bookcurios Chapter 1264 Did she think in the wrong direction before?
Chapter 1264 Did she think in the wrong direction before?
The hands that were used to ruling the country and reviewing memorials were now wandering on Shen Zhinian's soft and delicate skin, igniting clusters of burning flames.
Shen Zhinian clung to the emperor's broad back, his consciousness gradually dissipating in the surging tide of emotions, allowing himself to indulge in this extreme intimacy.
In the midst of confusion and love, a flash of inspiration suddenly flashed through Shen Zhinian's mind -
Pregnancy is not a one-person thing. Did she think in the wrong direction before?
Why couldn't anyone in Zhongcui Palace find any clues?
Why is it that she has such a fertile constitution, but there is no movement yet?
Maybe... the problem isn't with her at all.
Once this idea came into being, it began to grow.
Ever since Concubine Chun became pregnant, there has been no good news from any concubine in the harem.
Although Your Majesty cannot be said to be equally kind, he has never stopped visiting the harem.
If it's really his dragon body that's in trouble...
If it is really as she guessed, then the hidden means and intentions of the person behind it must be extremely vicious.
It's not just aimed at her, it's directed at Kunimoto!
The emperor seemed to notice Shen Zhinian's momentary stiffness, and his movements paused slightly. His hoarse voice was filled with the confusion of emotion: "Niannian?"
Shen Zhinian suddenly came back to his senses and realized that this was not the time to think deeply.
She quickly suppressed all her outward emotions, pinched her fingertips hard into her palms, and used the slight sting to force herself to relax.
Shen Zhinian softened his waist again, raised his neck, and offered his lips in response, hiding all the storms in his misty eyes and gentle moans.
"His Majesty……"
Her voice was soft and gentle, with a breath that was alluring, which perfectly concealed her momentary distraction.
Nangong Xuanyu's Adam's apple moved, and he indulged himself in the warmth and softness again.
However, Shen Zhinian's body still responded enthusiastically, and his mind could not fully immerse himself.
If her guess is true... who in the deep palace has such extraordinary ability and courage?
This earth-shattering guess made Shen Zhinian feel a chill to the bone in the afterglow of his passion, and he instantly fell into a deeper predicament.
She couldn't confirm it.
The emperor's health is the sole responsibility of He Zhong, the chief physician of the Imperial Hospital.
He is the emperor's absolute confidant, his mouth is as tight as an iron barrel, and he is loyal only to the emperor.
Without the emperor's personal permission or the request for assistance from the judge of the Heyuan Court, who among the other imperial physicians would dare to rashly peek at the emperor's pulse?
That is a serious crime of spying on the emperor's whereabouts. The lighter punishment is exile, and the worst is losing your head!
Even if Shen Zhinian was the Imperial Noble Consort, there was no way she would extend her hand to such a sensitive matter as taking the emperor's pulse.
What's even more difficult is that she can't even reveal any doubts to Nangong Xuanyu.
Should she directly tell this man, "Your Majesty, I suspect someone has tampered with your body, making it difficult for you to have children?"
What kind of person is Nangong Xuanyu?
His first reaction would definitely not be to believe it, but to ask Shen Zhinian how he knew that?
Why did no one mention it before, but she was the only one who noticed it now?
More importantly, this man will certainly ask, since it is difficult for him to have children, why can Concubine Chun get pregnant?
Since there has been no news from the harem for a long time, why did Shen Zhinian only come to worry about this matter today?
How should she respond then?
Should she confess that she had been wearing a contraceptive bracelet and had never worried about pregnancy, but now that she had taken it off for a long time and still hadn't gotten pregnant, she realized something was wrong?
What's the difference between this and seeking death...
In Shen Zhinian's opinion, forcing a second child was a recipe for disaster when the time was not right. Using the bracelet to postpone pregnancy was the best way to protect herself, and there was nothing wrong with that.
But in these nine-story palaces, in the eyes of the emperor and in the hearts of the people of the world, the primary significance of the existence of concubines is to continue the royal heirs!
She has a fertile physique, but she secretly uses contraception. This is a serious crime of deceiving the emperor!
If the secret is leaked, not only will Shen Zhinian's newly acquired and highly coveted position of Imperial Noble Consort be overturned in an instant, but the entire Shen family will be implicated and convicted!
The warmth from the lovemaking just now had long since dissipated, leaving only the fear of cold sweat.
Shen Zhinian lay in Nangong Xuanyu's arms, listening to the emperor's gradually steady breathing, with a pair of clear and bright eyes open, her mind clear.
This road is blocked.
Neither open observation nor secret questioning is feasible.
She could only keep this huge secret deep in her heart and not reveal a single detail of it.
At the same time, a more covert and roundabout way must be used to verify this speculation that is enough to shake the country's foundation.
Although Nangong Xuanyu was immersed in the tide of love, the emperor's suspicion and sharpness were engraved in his bones. The woman in his arms had just been extremely stiff and distracted for a very short time, but she had not completely hidden it from him.
The emperor's arm was still around Shen Zhinian's waist. His low voice was filled with the laziness of afterthought as he inquired, "Nian Nian seems to be worried tonight?"
Shen Zhinian's heart suddenly tightened, but she didn't show it on her face. Instead, she pressed her cheek closer to his warm chest to hide the shock that flashed across her eyes.
Her voice was soft and tender, as if she was still immersed in the afterglow of love: "I dare not hide it from Your Majesty."
"I was simply promoted suddenly. Remembering the heavy responsibilities of a Royal Consort, assisting in the management of the six palaces and setting an example for the concubines, I was afraid I might neglect something and fail to live up to Your Majesty's high expectations... I was a little anxious for a moment."
At this point, Shen Zhinian sighed softly: "To be honest, Your Majesty, the burden on my shoulders is indeed much heavier than before."
These words are sincere and heartfelt, and are completely in line with the mentality of a concubine who ascends to the position of vice queen.
I am extremely nervous and afraid that my virtue is not worthy of my position.
When Nangong Xuanyu heard this, the subtle doubt in his heart immediately dissipated, and was replaced by a sense of pity.
He tightened his arms, holding her tighter in his embrace, his chin gently rubbing against the top of her head, his voice slowed down a bit: "Silly Nian Nian, why put so much pressure on yourself?"
"There are many concubines in the harem, so you don't have to do everything yourself. If there are any tedious tasks, or if you find someone you like and feel capable of using, you can ask them to share some of the responsibilities."
"You don't have to do everything yourself. If you exhaust yourself, I will feel bad for you."
This is the emperor's consideration, and also the authority given to Shen Zhinian.
She can choose someone she likes to share her worries.
Shen Zhinian snuggled in the emperor's arms and responded obediently, "Your Majesty is right. I understand."
Her voice was gentle, as if she was truly soothed by the emperor's words, suppressing those thrilling speculations deep in her heart.
Silence returned to the tent, leaving only the intermingling of body temperatures and breathing sounds.
Soon after, the emperor's breathing became even and long, and he fell into a deep sleep.
Shen Zhinian slowly opened his eyes, not feeling sleepy at all.
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The situation in the harem is becoming increasingly murky, and the evil hands in the dark have not yet been uncovered. How could she dare to easily delegate power to others?
The next morning, Nangong Xuanyu got up before dawn.