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"Yo!" What kind of wind is this, I wonder what advice does Your Highness Duke Ming have for coming here today? " Consort De couldn't hide her haggard look even after she was dressed up. She was angry at the young palace maid and didn't look too happy when she saw Murong Chong.

Murong Fu didn't mind. He found a chair to sit down and scanned the entire room before slowly saying, "The Empress's complexion is so poor. I believe there's been a lot of bad news coming from the northwest side."

"What do you mean?" Consort De sat up straight and waved for the ladies to withdraw.

Murong Fu smiled lightly and said, "I saw the Duke of Qin enter the palace just now, so it must have gone smoothly. He had been ordered by royal father to clean up the corruption case in the northwest for two to three months. The officials of the several cities have all been investigated, and the father of the Empress has also been investigated."

"What does that have to do with you!" The investigation of the case had been carried out meticulously. By the time the investigation was completed, he had already gathered a large amount of evidence and directly captured the person. When he received the distress letter from Zhao Yuan, the person was already on his way to escort him.

Murong Ying continued, "Although Imperial Father is kind, Lord Zhao's case is too important. If it falls into the hands of the Duke, then he will definitely die. I'm afraid that even if we implicate the Empress, the reason for Lord Zhao's audacity must be because of the Empress' support …"

"What nonsense are you talking about!?" "I have been Uncle since I was a child and grew up in Jincheng. I am a member of the Liu Family and have no relationship with the Zhao Family!" Consort De retorted angrily.

In any case, this case, it's not under my control, and even if I wanted to help the Empress, I could do nothing about it. I've only come here to kindly remind the Empress that Royal Consort is pregnant with her grandson, so Royal Father is naturally overjoyed. Since Royal Father is handling this case as he pleases, Imperial Father will definitely let him handle it.

"According to you, there's no other way." Consort De sneered, "I originally had nothing to be afraid of. Right now, the emperor isn't coming to my Palace of Deception at all, and I don't have a single child or woman either. They're just waiting to die. The Zhao Family can only blame themselves for losing their family members."

"Does Empress not care about the Zhao Family? "The Liu Family is now quite prosperous, and there are still two adults in the court. They don't look too well, especially since Tutor Liu is not that old. If this is related to the Liu Family, then Empress will …" Murong Hui had only spoken half of his sentence when he saw Consort De's face go pale for a moment before he paused.

Consort De was initially arrogant. Seeing that he wanted to say something, she only assumed that he had been ordered by Imperial Concubine Lian to come over and make a fool of her. She abruptly stood up and snappily said, "I still have things to do, so I won't see His Highness off!"

"Actually, it's not like there's no other way." Murong Mingtian stood there without moving, and once again, he lightly said this sentence.

Consort De looked at him doubtfully, hesitated for a moment, then took two steps forward and asked, "Do you have any ideas?"

"Actually, it's very simple. As long as there's something urgent that can divert the attention of the Duke of Qin and Imperial Father, the northwest case can be settled faster and no longer be investigated deeply. Once the Empress has cleared up the case, there will naturally be no other people involved."

"What's important?" Consort De frowned and asked.

If not, she would not have been promoted to her current position without even a child. I will take my leave, if the Empress can't think of a good way, then I should be able to think of when I came to attend this wangfei's birthday banquet tonight. The Duke of Qin and the Royal Concubine both came to the palace. "

Consort De was still confused. She walked around the room and began to ponder. Mu Rong Zhen walked briskly out of the Palace and his expression darkened again. He hoped that this jealous and smart woman wouldn't disappoint him.

Although it was not a big deal, there were still a few more bright red palace lamps, which made it seem very festive. The evening breeze of early spring blew over, and there was still a slight chill in the air. The air was slightly moist and fragrant.

In the main hall, Qian Yulian was wearing a purple-red cloud-patterned Qian Shui skirt. She was long enough to be seen on the ground, and she wore a light yellow cloud-shaped vest with large red peonies embroidered on it. She looked very grand with a bun on her head, and a Eight Treasures Pearl Chaste was stuck in her hair.

The emperor wore a golden dragon robe and sat beside her with a smile on his face. The empress was wearing only the usual emerald green palace attire and only had two green jade hairpins on her ordinary jade bun. There was a bright pearl flower inserted behind the empress, showing that she didn't want to snatch away the stars.

The other concubines were all dressed properly, no one dared to suppress Qian Yulian's limelight. Duanmu Rong'er, Qian Wuyue, Lu Shiyun, Baili Xiu, and Zhong Huan Xue, the juniors, were all dressed up meticulously.

The crown prince sat quietly on his seat, wearing a blue brocade robe that revealed his snow-white skin. A faint smile hung on his face, and occasionally, his ink-like black eyes would sweep across the crowd, clear and unwavering. Even if Duanmu Rong'er were to speak to him, he would only give a simple reply or nod slightly.

Since Mu Rong Ming had not yet sat down, he naturally had to help the palace maid prepare Qian Yulian's birthday so that she wouldn't ruin everyone's mood.

Yun Shengyue felt that the moment she entered the hall, everyone's eyes were focused on her stomach. She became slightly nervous and subconsciously leaned towards Murong Yu. Murong Yu lowered his head and gave her a comforting smile before pulling her to pay his respects to the empress. They also paid their respects to Qian Yulian together.

When the emperor saw them, he immediately smiled even more happily. "Quick, take a seat. Yue Er's complexion isn't bad. It's been over five months, and her body isn't that heavy. She still needs to make up for it."

"Chenqie knew that the emperor would be especially happy to see Yue'er, so she specially used chenqie's phoenix chariot to bring her here. Since we can still enter the palace, we won't be able to go out for a few more days." Qian Yulian quickly took the credit.

The emperor smiled. "Alright, alright. It just so happens that Yu'er has returned as well. We can be considered reunited. It's a good thing to be frugal, even if it's not a big deal. Our family can happily eat together."

"Your Majesty is right!" This concubine already told all of the palace ladies not to send gifts. Although we're from the royal family, we spend far more money than that small family. "

"Mm. Imperial Concubine Lian has done a good job. Everyone should learn from now on and be happy today. We won't talk about anything else, so we'll just eat and drink and chat idly." The Emperor laughed heartily and used his chopsticks first.

"Are you tired? "If you're so tired, you might as well not come." In the afternoon, he went to the imperial study to report to the emperor. When he returned, Yun Shengyue was still sleeping, but the servants of the Blue Lotus Palace had come to urge him a few times. He had waited for Yun Shengyue to wake up before coming over.

Although they had only arrived a short while later and no one seemed to care about it on the surface, it was not good if someone wanted to be calculative. "You should have called me. Look, Imperial Father and Queen Mother are both here. We will be the latest."

"What are you afraid of? I just want you to be fine." Murong Yu didn't mind.

The crown prince only gave her a smile before turning his gaze away. She said softly, "There's no need for you to be so nervous. I slept late today, so I slept a little too long. Instead, I felt weak."

"In that case, let's leave early and have a good rest when we get back."

"That's not good. It's already too late, and it's not good for me to leave early. I just need to eat something."

"Then what do you want to eat? I'll get it for you. "

Murong Yu's feelings were not concealed at all. Although Yun Shengyue felt a little embarrassed, she also felt a sweetness in her heart. Just as he was replying with a smile, Murong Ming entered the room and passed by them for a moment before returning to his seat without saying anything.

Yun Shengyue nervously glanced at Murong Mingyue. His expression was calm and he did not look in her direction. Murong Yu shook her hand and said with a bit of jealousy, "You're not allowed to look at him!"

Beauty Li, who was sitting not too far away, looked at Consort De who had been winking at her, before standing up and saying to the emperor, "Your Majesty, it has been ten years since Consort Sis left the palace, and this is her first birthday. Not only did she not arrange it, she did not accept the gift.

"Oh, what's a good idea that doesn't require money?" The emperor hesitated, but the empress had already spoken.

Beauty Li didn't even look at the empress, but still reported to the emperor, "Chenqie had nothing to do, so she practiced a dance for the emperor. Beauty Li didn't look at the empress, but still reported to the emperor," Chenqie didn't have anything to do with anything, so she practiced a dance for the emperor.

Qian Yulian took a glance at Beauty Li and the Queen, smiled and said, "You are quite considerate. Although I have not been back for long, I have heard that my sister's dancing skills are outstanding. Today, if I can borrow Your Majesty's light for a full eye, I would be able to get a better gift than anything."

"Elder sister is too kind. I only wanted to amuse everyone and to liven up the mood. There was originally a younger generation around, so how could I still stand to watch a dance." Beauty Li said humbly.

The emperor smiled and said, "That's fine too. Just eating and drinking is a little monotonous, so Beauty Li will lead the way. In a while, Rong'er, Yun'er, and the other girls will also make a show to celebrate your mufei's birthday. Yue'er can be spared when she's pregnant."

Duanmu Rong'er, Lu Shiyun, and the rest looked at each other. Although they did not expect it, they could only nod in agreement.

Beauty Li went out to prepare a while before she came in. She had already changed into a peach pink muslin dancing dress with long sleeves and four palace maids in light green dancing dress behind her.

As soon as he walked to the center of the hall, the clear sound of the zither rang out, and Beauty Li suddenly jumped up, her two hands moved behind her back, her long sleeves drew a beautiful arc in the air, and after spinning a few times, they leisurely floated down to her side, the four palace maids also waved their long green silk dances, the sound of the zither became gentle, and Li Mei's figure became light, just like a lotus flower fairy in a blue wave, her faint smile always rippling on her face, making her appear extremely enchanting, it seemed like she had obtained the favor of the emperor after entering the palace for two years.

After dancing for a while, the music stopped. Li Mei stopped dancing and drew a strange arc in the air, like a blooming lotus flower. The four palace maids also threw colorful petals all around them, and for a moment the hall was filled with colorful and fragrant scents.

Duanmu Rong'er hurriedly stood up and looked at the empress before bowing respectfully to the emperor. "This son wouldn't even dare to embarrass himself by saying that Lady Li's dance is so good."

"What's there to be afraid of? As long as your heart's fine. The imperial concubine won't mind." The empress spoke slowly, and the emperor nodded.

Duanmu Rong'er then smiled and said, "Your son hasn't made any preparations yet, so let's just play a song and wish Imperial Concubine eternal youth and good fortune!"

Qian Yulian was smiling elegantly, and the hall was filled with a happy and harmonious atmosphere. Although Mu Rong Zhen and Mu Rong Yu didn't talk much, they were smiling the whole time. On the other hand, Murong Yu continued to help Yun Sheng carry the items. He did not even look at the people in the hall.

"I didn't know you were so fond of osmanthus cake."

"Ever since I was young, I liked eating osmanthus cake, especially when it was made by my mother." Ever since I was young, I loved eating osmanthus cake, especially when it was made by my mother. Yun Sheng's face blushed slightly as he spoke softly. As he spoke, he could no longer hear what he was saying behind him.

He was overjoyed to be able to chat about this with Yun Shengyue. "Daughter is good. I like everything you give birth to. Come, eat another cinnamon cake and let our daughter have a sweet and fragrant time."

"Yes, what spices was in the petals that Lady Beauty Li sprinkled out when she was dancing just now? They're still so fragrant, I can't even smell the fragrance of the osmanthus cake anymore." Yun Sheng asked as he ate his osmanthus cake.

"I don't know much about these spices. If you like it, I'll go ask around."

"No need, I don't like it. Although the smell is nice, it's a bit too strong. What I like the most are the pure and light fragrance of Jade Orchid, osmanthus, and plum blossoms."

"Alright, then let's get those flowers." Murong Yu said lovingly.

Yun Shengyue looked at him and asked, "Didn't you go back to the manor? I've already improved my race a lot, and planted some in your yard. "

"Really?" I came back in such a hurry that I didn't notice it. " Murong Yu smiled embarrassedly. When he was filled with anger, how could he have seen any flowers?

With much difficulty, after Duanmu Rong'er and the rest finished their songs, guqin, or dancing, the banquet was almost over. However, Yun Shengyue suddenly felt a faint pain in her stomach, thinking that the pain had intensified after eating too much, so she pulled Murong Yu and whispered to him.

Murong Yu immediately became nervous. "Why does my stomach hurt? "Is there anything else that feels uncomfortable?"

"A little dizzy and a little disgusting." After a short moment, the pain intensified as his abdomen began to plummet. Yun Shengyue also tensed up as her face turned pale. "Is there something wrong with the child?"

"What?" Murong Yu stood up abruptly and raised his voice. Upon hearing the commotion, everyone immediately looked over.

Yun Sheng hurriedly stopped him in his tracks, but it was too late. The Emperor looked over and asked, "What's wrong?" "Yu'er."

Murong Yu said anxiously, "Reporting to Imperial Father, Yue'er said she has a stomachache. Your son is looking for an imperial physician."

"What?" Yue Er's stomach hurt? This... Hurry, hurry over Imperial Physician Xuan! " When the Emperor heard that he was even more anxious than Murong Yu, he immediately stood up and ordered his subordinates to call for the imperial physician. He then walked over to them from his seat.

The empress and Imperial Concubine Lian looked at each other before following. Seeing everyone concerned, Yue'er sighed in her heart and stood up in a rush. Standing up, however, she felt even more uncomfortable.

The emperor hurriedly said, "Quick, don't move. You should sit down first. The imperial physician will arrive shortly."

"Why does it suddenly hurt? Did you eat something bad? " the queen asked, approaching at a leisurely pace.

Murong Yu looked at the osmanthus cake on the table in confusion. Imperial Concubine Lian became anxious, "How can big sister speak like that? Tonight, everything we eat is the same. We were sent to the hall after being tested by a servant."

"Don't panic, wait for the imperial physician to come first." The emperor waved his hand before turning back to look at the crown prince. "Send someone to invite Yunfei over."

"Your son has already sent people to look for him." As soon as he heard that Yue'er had something on, he immediately sent people to find Yunfei.

Not long after, an imperial physician rushed over. Although Yun Shengyue did not cry out in pain, her face looked worse. Murong Yu was burning with anxiety, while the others had various expressions of disapproval as they made their guesses.

"What's going on? Is my royal grandson alright? " The imperial physician had just checked his pulse, but before Murong Yu could say anything, the Emperor anxiously asked.

The imperial physician looked at the emperor nervously and said with a trembling voice, "Reporting to the emperor, this humble subject would like to take another look and ask for the princess to extend her other hand."

Seeing that the imperial physician was in the middle of treating her, he did not make a sound. He looked around and suddenly bent down to pick up a few petals from the ground and sniffed them before walking over and saying, "Your Majesty, the spices on these petals contain musk. First, please move the diligent imperial concubine to another hall to undergo treatment."

"What?" "Musk!" The emperor looked at Beauty Li in shock and anger. Upon hearing his words, Beauty Li's body turned limp as she shook her head repeatedly.

However, Murong Yu didn't have time to look at the expressions of the others. He hurriedly carried Yun Shengyue and left. The emperor said from behind, "Yunqing, I'll trouble you to follow and take a look. You must protect my grandson!"