Chapter 105 The Fight Between the Snipe and the Clam

Chapter 105 The Fight Between the Snipe and the Clam

August arrived in the blink of an eye, and the Mid-Autumn Festival was just around the corner. As the court and the harem were busy, just as Ma Jia had wished, the person she was most jealous of met with misfortune.

Consort De summoned the imperial physician early in the morning, and not only that, she also started bleeding.

This time, Lady Ma Jia was smarter. Looking at the completed palace rules, she didn't plan to have them handed over to the Empress immediately. She wanted to use the opportunity of copying the palace rules to clear herself of suspicion.

"Does Your Majesty really not want to go and take a look?" Qin Meng asked as she entered Ma Jia's bedroom carrying pastries.

"No, she's pregnant with twins and has started bleeding. I don't believe she can still manage to attend the palace banquet." She looked up at Qin Meng. "Thank you for your hard work. Go to the nanny's to collect your reward later. I never mistreat those who have made contributions."

In high spirits, Ma Jia spoke very generously to Qin Meng.

Qin Liu and Qin Meng were both brought into the palace from outside by her.

Qin Liu had been by her side longer, but Qin Liu always liked to argue with her, so she wasn't as likable as Qin Meng.

Look how well Qinmeng handled things this time; it made her very happy.

"Thank you for the reward, Master." Qin Meng expressed her gratitude with great excitement.

"If you do a good job, you'll be rewarded next time. You won't be shortchanged following me."

Compared to the joy at Yanxi Palace, the situation at Jingyang Palace was not so optimistic.

Not only did Consort De experience a miscarriage, but she also started bleeding.

The imperial physician diagnosed that Consort De would have to stay in bed and rest until she gave birth.

Pregnant with twins and bedridden every day, Fanghua knew without a doubt what the fate of the Yehenara clan would be.

A woman's energy and physical strength for childbirth cannot be cultivated through diet alone.

If you really have to lie in bed for several months, I'm afraid the adults won't be able to take it before the baby is even born.

This story begins after Consort De's breakfast.

She was the only mistress living in Jingyang Palace, and it was close to the Imperial Garden. After her pregnancy sickness subsided, she thought about going out for a walk.

The person fell down as soon as they stepped out of the palace gate, and there was nothing on the ground yet.

The fall caused chaos around her, and an inconspicuous palace servant took the opportunity to pick up several round stones that Consort De had fallen not far away.

And so, the murder weapon that caused De Guiren to fall disappeared, and even if someone investigated, they would not find out the truth.

It must be said that the palace is full of talented people.

When the twins had an accident, Empress Fanghua naturally had to go and see for herself, because it was an auspicious sign.

When Fanghua arrived, Kangxi had already arrived. She didn't know how he had gotten there so quickly from such a long distance, but Fanghua didn't care at all and maintained an extremely virtuous demeanor.

"Your Majesty, how is Consort De?" Fanghua asked breathlessly; anyone with eyes could see how anxious she had been when she arrived.

The beads of sweat on her forehead made it even more clear that she was genuinely worried about the child in Consort De's womb.

"Your Majesty, please don't worry. You are not well, so don't hurt yourself over trivial matters. Consort De is fine. The imperial physician said that she has only had some bleeding and needs to rest and recuperate."

Emperor Kangxi stood up and personally went to support the somewhat frail Empress. The concern and worry in his words were far beyond what Consort De and her ilk could match.

"Come, let me help you sit down. Someone, bring tea. How did you learn to be so oblivious to manners?"

Seeing the Empress's face covered in sweat and her body trembling slightly, Kangxi felt extremely distressed. "You too, your health is already poor, why did you make this trip? In the future, you don't need to come in person for such matters."

The Emperor's care and protection of the Empress naturally aroused jealousy among others.

The frail Yehenara woman on the bed was also deeply hurt by the Emperor's words.

In the Emperor's heart, even in all her condition, she couldn't compare to the Empress's health. Ha, Your Majesty, how heartless you are!

No one dared to voice their grievances; they could only accept their fate and feel envious and jealous.

"It's not as serious as Your Majesty makes it out to be. I just walked a little too fast. I'll be fine once I slow down. The imperial physician said that I'm already feeling better." Fanghua said shyly, and naturally sat down with his help.

"Don't blame the palace servants. There aren't many people serving in Jingyang Palace to begin with. If the Emperor punishes them, then Consort De will have no one to serve her." Fanghua patted the Emperor's hand half-jokingly, as if pleading for the palace servants.

The Emperor did not disappoint Fanghua. "Since the Empress has spoken so, I will naturally give you face. Humph, a bunch of unruly people."

After sitting down, Kangxi no longer went to Yehenara's bedside to watch over her, but sat directly next to the Empress and held her hand without letting go.

"It's still hot outside, how come your hands are so cold? You never take care of yourself."

The Emperor's care for the Empress truly caught everyone's attention; who else in the entire harem could show such concern besides the Empress?

Niohuru looked at the two of them without the envy and jealousy others felt. She wore a faint smile, completely unconcerned about the deep affection between the emperor and empress.

Her eyes held a hint of teasing and amusement. "With the Empress here, the Emperor has no eyes for anyone else. I truly envy Your Majesty."

The Imperial Concubine's words not only drew everyone's attention, but also caused Emperor Kangxi and Fanghua to turn their attention to her.

Fanghua naturally saw the teasing and mockery in her eyes, and felt helpless.

This imperial concubine really doesn't know how to stir up trouble. Is she trying to make things difficult for me?

Do you think others aren't jealous enough?

"Your Majesty, please pay attention to the Consort. Listen to this, I can smell the sourness in her breath." Although Fanghua was not in good health, she had a sharp tongue, and we couldn't let her make fun of us.

"If Your Majesty doesn't do something about this, the ladies in the harem will be overwhelmed by the sourness of our Consort." After saying this, Fanghua couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh.

Kangxi's eyes were full of doting and indulgence towards the Empress. "She's just a woman with a sharp tongue. I'll deal with her myself in the future. For now, let her be jealous. She's always been a jealous person."

He knew that the Consort and the Empress were at odds, so he would not embarrass the Empress in public, nor would he embarrass the Consort.

"The Empress is not well, so you'd better control your temper, or I'll punish you." Kangxi glared at the Consort, telling her to behave herself.

"Yes, yes, yes, Your Majesty, I was too talkative. Please don't take offense." She then lightly patted her lips twice to express her apology.

"Is the Emperor satisfied now?" The Imperial Concubine gave Kangxi a reproachful look.

Emperor Kangxi was truly at a loss with her. "You just can't behave yourself. You're a mother now, so don't act like this in the future. Be careful not to spoil my princess like this."

Upon hearing the mention of the princess, the Imperial Concubine's smile became even more genuine. "Look at what Your Majesty is saying. Xizhu was raised with all my love and pampering. It's not normal for her to be a little spoiled."

Her daughter, of course, has to be pampered as she grows up.

“Okay, okay, okay, you’re right. There’s nothing for you to do here. Go back and stay with Xizhu. Be careful she doesn’t cry because she can’t see her mother.”

Emperor Kangxi only wanted to send Consort Gui back; he was afraid that if the matter continued, the Empress would be harmed by Consort Gui's anger.

"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I will return to accompany the princess now."

The Imperial Concubine didn't linger for a moment. She curtsied and left Consort De's bedchamber with her entourage.

She left with a swagger, and anyone with eyes could see that the Imperial Concubine had been pleased by the Emperor.