bookcurios Chapter 200: A Joyous Event in the Northern Frontier
Chapter 200: A Joyous Event in the Northern Frontier
In her letter, Qin Liangyu expressed her concerns about the security of the ceremony and the various conditions in the southern military camp. Of course, she added a few words of casual conversation at the end, urging her not to overwork herself. Although the letter seemed plain, it was full of longing and concern.
Chen Futu grinned from ear to ear at the sight of the delicate handwriting.
As long as it's not unrequited love, it's fine. Now it seems that Sister Qin also has those kinds of thoughts.
When she goes back to northern Xinjiang for the Chinese New Year, I'll have to spend every day with her.
Let's see what kind of people are in the Imperial Household Department now?
A deposed empress, a deposed princess, a princess from another country, Dong Xian'er being hunted down by a playboy, and oh yes, an assassin from the Red Moon Pavilion.
Compared to these women, Qin Liangyu was much more normal.
Although she wasn't as stunningly beautiful as Liu Longyue or Guan Xing, she possessed the qualities of a virtuous wife and loving mother. This was the reason why Chen Futu liked her so much. He felt safe and at home by her side, a feeling he didn't have when he was with other women.
Chen Futu was laughing nonstop as he held the letter.
The complex emotions on Guan Xing's face deepened, and she said softly, "It's clear that the young master is very fond of General Qin."
Chen Futu snapped out of his daze, carefully tucked the letter into his robes, and said solemnly, "Miss Guanxing is right, I do indeed admire Qin Liangyu."
This statement is very frank, with no concealment whatsoever.
Qin Liangyu is the white moonlight in my heart. No matter how beautiful or gentle other women are, they cannot compare to her.
Upon hearing this, Guan Xing smiled but didn't say anything more. Li Xiuning, on the other hand, seemed a little unhappy and lowered her head to eat, appearing absent-minded.
The three of them had their own thoughts during the meal. After discussing the selection of the Women's Army into the Tianji Tower, Li Xiuning and Guan Xing were about to leave.
Guan Xing went ahead, and Chen Futu grabbed Li Xiuning. She stubbornly tried to break free, but Chen Futu, with a dark face, forcibly pulled her into his arms, then held her tightly, and whispered, "Are you angry?"
"You only have eyes for Sister Qin. If I had known, I would have stayed outside the city to train troops and never come back."
Li Xiuning stubbornly turned her face to look at the door.
It wasn't that she was eager to compete for the position of Crown Prince's consort; on the contrary, she liked Qin Liangyu very much. However, she felt somewhat uncomfortable at the moment. They were both individuals with distinct personalities, yet the Crown Prince's differential treatment was too obvious.
Chen Futu understood her thoughts perfectly. He pinched her soft cheek and said affectionately, "Those words were meant for others. Neither you nor Zhensu can compare to you."
"Really?" Li Xiuning raised her spirited eyebrows; how could she not believe it?
"Are you kidding me? Did you come back pregnant?" Chen Futu seized on the key point, and Li Xiuning snorted, "Do you want me to abort the child?"
"What nonsense are you talking about!" Chen Futu glared at her irritably, then ordered Dian Wei to summon the royal physician.
A female physician arrived at the inner courtyard shortly after. Chen Futu was taken aback, realizing he had been so focused on finding a renowned doctor for Guanxing that he had forgotten about her.
Her name is Zizhu. She is a physician who has served the old lady for a long time. Although she is not particularly good-looking, her medical skills are quite good. Moreover, she is now a teacher at the academy and is very engrossed in studying the book "Barefoot Doctor". To put it bluntly, her medical skills are now among the best in the world.
"Zizhu, quickly take a look at General Li."
Chen Futu gestured, and Zizhu immediately understood when she saw Li Xiuning's flushed face. So she helped take her pulse, and soon she said with great joy, "Congratulations, Your Highness, General Li is pregnant."
"really?"
"It's absolutely true. I'll tell Madam the good news right away."
"Wait a minute," Chen Futu hurriedly called out to Zizhu, "Keep it a secret for now, and don't let anyone else know."
"Why?" Zizhu asked, puzzled.
The old lady talks about having a grandson all the time. If she knew that Li Xiuning was pregnant, she would definitely be happy.
"Just keep it a secret. Now prepare some medicine to prevent miscarriage."
"I see……"
Zizhu left, completely bewildered, carrying her medicine box.
After she left, Li Xiuning leaned closer and said unhappily, "What does the young master mean? Does he look down on me?"
"nonsense!"
Chen Futu stood up and hugged her. "I'm doing this all for your safety. You know what kind of people are in the mansion right now. To ensure the peace of our home, you should stay in the house in Pingkang Ward for now."
Li Xiuning suddenly realized that, upon careful consideration, there was indeed no woman with a clean past in the inner palace, and it would be unsuitable for her to stay.
"Don't go to the military camp before the baby is born. I will have Luo Wushuang and Du Hongxue take over the military command for you. Usually, I will let my little sister accompany you, since she has nothing to do anyway."
"Do whatever you want."
Li Xiuning nodded, but there was some worry in her eyes.
Chen Futu kissed her brow. “As for titles, you don’t need to worry at all. All the titles in the manor right now are fake. They are just a matter of taking advantage of the situation and are mixed with too many interests. You just need to know that your and Sister Qin’s positions are unshakable.”
Upon hearing this, Li Xiuning's slightly furrowed brows finally relaxed.
It's not so easy to say you won't compete. Li Xiuning may be a bit carefree, but as someone who is about to become a mother, she also needs to think about the future.
Now that she heard Chen Futu's assurance, she was completely relieved. Suddenly, she pushed Chen Futu onto the chair, straddled him, and said with a blush on her face, "Husband, do you have time now?"
"Oh? What do you want to do?"
"you guess."
As Li Xiuning spoke, she took off her outer robe, revealing a large expanse of snow-white, jade-like skin.
Chen Futu was immediately embarrassed and quickly pressed down on her restless little hand, "Stop fooling around, it's broad daylight, aren't you ashamed?"
"What's there to be afraid of? With General Dian guarding outside, no one else can get in. Weren't you quite formidable back in the military camp?"
"This is the royal residence of the monarch. Do you want me to become a tyrant?"
"Hehe, I don't know if he's a tyrant or not, I only know that I want to drink the 'gentleman's soup' now~"
Li Xiuning tore open her red dress with a wild abandon and pressed herself against him.
Dian Wei pricked up his ears outside the door, and upon hearing the noise, quickly closed the door. He then walked a few feet away, surveyed the surroundings, and ordered his servants to step back.
Seeing this, the servants dared not approach any further and all avoided them.
But this matter could not be kept from those who were observant, and a maid hurriedly went to report to the old lady.
The old lady was startled. "Who?"
"It is General Li Xiuning."
"So it was her. My son, like his father, is attracted to strong-willed women. Fine, tell the servants to keep their mouths shut. If I find out anyone is gossiping behind my back, they'll be in for a beating."
The maid acknowledged and hurried away.
If word got out that the Crown Prince was having an affair with a woman in the royal palace, it would damage his reputation, especially since it happened in broad daylight.
The old lady didn't care about any of that. All she wanted now was to hold her grandson. Whether it was Qin Liangyu or Li Xiuning, they were both people the young master liked. If anyone dared to gossip, she would be ruthless.