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"Hurry up and call the imperial physician. Also, notify the third prince, this is his child and me, after all." Zheng Ziyi still hadn't forgotten the Third Prince at this time.

"Alright, Empress, hold on." Lulu hurried out.

Mu Zheng's mood was dampened by Zheng Ziyi's words. She was just about to continue reading the imperial reports when she heard from the lily that Zheng Ziyi was about to be born.

"What? Is there still a month left? How could that be?" the Emperor asked in alarm.

"Eh, it's because, on the way back just now, the Empress accidentally tripped and struck her stomach, causing her to be premature."

At this moment, there was already no one left to take the blame. Lu Luo could only come up with such a reason, or else her secret would be exposed.

"Quick, quick, call the imperial physician." When Mu Zheng heard that, he immediately ordered for the imperial physician to be called.

Mu Lingfeng had long since arranged for the Imperial Physician and the midwife who were on standby for today.

Very quickly, the imperial physician and his entourage followed the emperor over.

"Empress, the Emperor has come." Lulu was the first to walk in, she supported Zheng Ziyi and whispered to her.

"It's all my fault, my walking was too careless. Imperial Physician, you have to protect my little prince." Zheng Ziyi understood and quickly shouted these words to the emperor.

When the emperor heard these words, his heart ached. He quickly let the imperial physician and the others in, while he waited outside.

"What? It happened so quickly? Isn't there still a month left?" When the empress and empress dowager heard this, they were shocked as well.

After staying in the harem for so many years, the Empress began to feel suspicious. The empress was even more certain that her guess was right. This child definitely wasn't the emperor's.

"I heard that she accidentally fell while walking, which resulted in her being born prematurely." Su mama reported.

"What a coincidence!" the Queen asked doubtfully.

This servant had only heard of it, but wasn't clear on the specifics.

"Oh, then let's quickly go and take a look." The empress thought that the empress dowager was still here, so she pretended to be worried and prepared to leave.

"Alright, go quickly and report back to This Dowager if anything happens." Her Majesty's movements were inconvenient and she could only worry.

"Yes, Imperial Mother." The empress quickly took her leave.

Along the way, she met Leng Rumei, who was also rushing over.

"Today, she deliberately went to cause trouble for me. She must have known that she was about to give birth, so she wanted to take the chance to frame me and find an excuse for her evil birth. Fortunately, I was prepared. Otherwise, I would have been tricked by her. " The Queen was glad.

"That's right. If she really fell and was born prematurely, then if she died, then …" The two of them laughed as they spoke.

"Yeah, I haven't seen such a happy occasion in a long time." The Queen covered her mouth and laughed. The two of them spoke as they walked towards the Violet Jade Palace.

Just as the two of them reached the door, they heard the loud cry of a baby coming from inside.

"Looks like it was born successfully." The empress and Leng Rumei were disappointed, but quickly pretended to be in a hurry and walked in.

Following that, the midwife walked out. "Congratulations, Your Majesty. Congratulations. Imperial Concubine Zheng has given birth to a little princess …"

"Little Princess, Little Princess." Mu Zheng muttered to himself, not sure if he was happy or disappointed.

But now, it was certain that the empress and the others were extremely happy.

This Zheng Ziyi had always said that the foetus was strong and powerful, and must be his son. When the Emperor heard this, he was also extremely happy. Almost everyone believed that it was a little prince. How could the emperor not be disappointed?

This palace already had enough princes. Besides Mu Zhuo and Mu Lingfeng, there weren't many outstanding princes. The Emperor had still been counting on this one. He hadn't thought that it would actually be a princess. This time, he really slapped Zheng Ziyi's face.

When Mu Lingfeng, who was not far away, heard this news, he clenched his fist and punched the tree beside him. He then turned around and left without a single trace of nostalgia.

In the blink of an eye, it was the little princess' Full Moon Feast.

Zheng Ziyi was born prematurely because she was not careful with her steps, and was punished by the empress dowager. Furthermore, she was born with a princess, so she didn't dare to be arrogant and complacent.

On the contrary, the empress and the others were much happier. The little prince turned into a small princess and was no longer a threat. Zheng Ziyi was also missing a bargaining chip.

"Aiya, this little princess is so cute. I was really too naughty when I first brought the crown prince. The princess is more gentle and quiet, Consort Zheng, you've had a blessing. " At the Full Moon Banquet, the empress had purposely praised the little princess, but had actually mocked Zheng Ziyi.

When the other concubines heard this, they couldn't help but laugh. Previously, Zheng Ziyi had been too arrogant, but now she had become the joke of the entire palace.

It was one thing to see the empress laugh at him, but Zheng Ziyi couldn't take it any longer if the other concubines also joined in.

She coldly laughed, "Regardless of whether it is a prince or a princess, I have at least one. However, there are still some people who have nothing to offer. Even after entering the palace for so long, they still haven't grown any leaves for the imperial family."

When Zheng Ziyi's words came out, those concubines who had no sons rolled their eyes in anger, unable to utter a single word.

During the banquet, in order to celebrate the arrival of the little princess, everyone had given gifts that they had meticulously prepared. Although Zheng Ziyi had a smile plastered on her face, she was still brooding over what the empress had just said.

As he was speaking, he heard the eunuch call out from outside, "Third Prince has arrived."

When Zheng Ziyi heard this, her face that was trying to force a smile a moment ago suddenly lit up with joy. She was truly happy from the bottom of her heart. It had been a long time since she last saw Mu Lingfeng. She missed him so much that she almost went crazy.

She knew that Mu Lingfeng was definitely unhappy that he gave birth to the little princess, but he was, after all, their flesh and blood. Now he would come and see his own daughter. Zheng Ziyi looked at him, his eyes filled with uncontrollable love. From the moment he entered the room to the moment he walked past his.

"Ling Feng is also here. I heard that you were out on business a while ago. When did you come back?" The Emperor looked at Mu Lingfeng and asked in an indifferent manner. In his heart, he still held some resentment towards Mu Lingfeng, but it was rare for him to be happy today.

"Reporting to royal father, this son knows that royal father has always loved poetry, so I specifically went to the peak of Mount Hua to beg for this painting as a hermit. Today, I coincidentally made use of the little princess' banquet to gift this painting to royal father."

Mu Lingfeng said as he handed the painting over. From start to finish, he hadn't glanced at Zheng Ziyi.

When Mu Zheng heard him say that the peak of Mount Hua was already interested. As a person obsessed with painting, he naturally knew who lived on the peak of Mount Hua. He had no name — he was the art sage worshipped by all those who loved paintings. Everyone wanted to take a look at his painting, as long as it was that one. That was enough. Mu Zheng didn't even dare to hope that he could obtain it.

When he saw Eunuch Qin take the painting, Mu Zheng could not wait to stand up. He immediately opened the painting carefully.

The picture was grand and magnificent, filled with exquisite brushes and beautiful flowers. There was no one there, the mist lingered about, and the summit of the mountain was faintly discernible. Looking at it directly, one would feel as if they were stuck at the peak of the mountain, unable to extricate themselves.

Mu Zheng looked at it for a long time. He was immersed in it for a long time. After a long time, he finally came to his senses. With a loud voice, he exclaimed, "Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!"

"Is this really the work of an unknown hermit?" Mu Zheng asked in disbelief.

Because he understood Nameless, ever since he sealed his brush, he hid himself at the peak of Mount Hua and wholeheartedly painted, not allowing anyone to disturb him. No matter who went to request for a painting, as long as it wasn't someone fated to, he wouldn't give it away. If he had to, he would die to show his sincerity.

Mu Zheng was a person who really loved painting. Naturally, he wouldn't bother them for his own personal reasons. Not to mention that this mountain was abnormally steep and was not a place that an ordinary person could climb.

"Yes, this son of mine led more than a hundred people and spent a few months' time and effort to reach this mountain peak. "When the Art Sage heard that your son was loyal and sincere, he was very touched. That's why he gave this painting to your son."

Mu Lingfeng said in a flowery voice, trying to sound serious.

"If that's the case, that's great." Mu Zheng was moved, his suspicion towards Mu Lingfeng vanishing.

"Come, you have rewards with these hundred warriors!" Mu Zheng said happily.

"Father, this, this son does not want any rewards. I just hope that you can stay healthy and have good luck for ten thousand years. I am afraid these warriors will not be able to get it either. " Mu Lingfeng said in a low voice.

"Why?" Mu Zheng had his men carefully put away the painting and asked in doubt.

Mu Lingfeng told Mu Zheng about everything he had heard from the guards, but the bravest one of them had turned out to be him.

Hearing this, Mu Zheng was moved. He never thought that for his sake, this Mu Lingfeng would pay such a price. Not only was he loyal, but he was also brave and fearless.

"Come, sit down. Come to my side." This was a great honor for Mu Lingfeng.

"Thank you, Imperial Father." Mu Lingfeng kneeled down to express his gratitude, but "inadvertently", revealed the long scar on his leg.

"This is?" Mu Zheng was shocked when he saw this scar.

"This, it doesn't matter. I just fell down when I was about to go down the mountain. I fell down for a distance and was cut by a stone." Mu Lingfeng hurriedly pulled his skirt to cover himself as he said this.

"I didn't expect you to be injured this badly. Why didn't you say so earlier?" Mu Zheng was even more touched and heartbroken.

"This, okay, since royal father asks, then I can only report it to him truthfully." Mu Lingfeng said awkwardly.

"My son fell off the cliff and fainted at the foot of the mountain due to his injuries. I had thought that I would not have the chance to bring this painting before my royal father. I didn't expect someone to come later. " Mu Lingfeng recalled.

"Oh, who is it?" Mu Zheng, who was sitting beside him, could not help but ask.

"After your son fell down the mountain, he was saved by a masked woman. This masked woman looked after your son carefully, and only then was your son able to save his life." When she saw that her son had fully recovered and was going to leave in secret, she anxiously lifted her veil and discovered his true face. So she is the woman Xue Shaoli whom my father bestowed the marriage upon me earlier. "

Mu Lingfeng had already thought of an excuse to show his loyalty while paving the way for him to bring Xue Shaolei back.

As Mu Lingfeng said this, everyone present was moved. Firstly, it was because Mu Lingfeng was loyal to the Emperor. Secondly, it was because he was moved by this fated marriage.