Chapter 11
Lin Shuwan sighed: "It turns out that every emperor ascended to the throne by stepping on countless corpses."
Lin Shuwan held up his chin and asked, "Is Qin Zhao really destined to bring misfortune to his relatives? Why do I feel like there's something fishy going on?"
[This has nothing to do with our mission. You just need to give Qin Zhao a baby.]
"Okay!" After learning about Qin Zhao's story, Lin Shuwan became curious about this emperor. She took out the Youmeng Talisman and wrote the name of the emperor 'Qin Zhao' on the talisman paper with a pen.
After finishing writing, Lin Shuwan picked up the talisman paper and gently raised it. The talisman paper turned into a wisp of white smoke and disappeared.
After doing all this, Lin Shuwan blew out the candle, lay on the bed with his heart pounding like a drum, looking at the red gauze curtain above his head, feeling inexplicably nervous.
After a long while, she took a deep breath and slowly closed her eyes.
Royal Palace, Qinzheng Hall.
Qin Zhao, wearing a Ming Dynasty gold dragon uniform, sat at his desk, reviewing a memorial with a red brush in his hand. When he saw the contents, he snorted coldly, put the red brush aside, and threw the memorial into the fire bucket beside him, sneering, "What a nonsense!"
The jumping flames in the fire barrel quickly engulfed and burned the memorial.
Eunuch Liu next to him poured tea into Qin Zhao's empty tea bowl at the right time.
Qin Zhao picked up the tea and took a sip, when he suddenly felt a chill on his back. He was startled and looked behind him suddenly, and saw a pair of sharp eyes full of murderous intent.
Eunuch Liu was so frightened by Qin Zhao's sudden reaction that he almost lost control of the teapot in his hand. He quickly knelt on the ground and asked in panic, "Your Majesty, what's wrong with you?"
Qin Zhao frowned slightly and looked around with his sharp eyes, but found nothing unusual.
The Qinzheng Hall is heavily guarded, with more than twenty secret guards guarding it. How is it possible for someone to sneak in quietly?
Is he too worried?
Qin Zhao relaxed his brows and said calmly, "Nothing, get up!"
Eunuch Liu lowered his head and did not notice the emperor's gaze. When he heard the emperor's call, he stood up quickly and said, "Yes."
Qin Zhao sat on the dragon throne. He rubbed his brows tiredly, his heart feeling extremely heavy and dead.
Twelve years! He originally thought that as long as he sat in this position, he would have everything in the world.
However, till today, it is still difficult for him to live the life of a normal man!
The harem was like a mere formality. He could not get close to women. Every woman he favored died, not to mention having a child.
He is thirty-two years old now. Ordinary families would have grandchildren long ago, but he has neither.
Now in the court, many ministers have written to the emperor, asking him to select several suitable candidates from among the royal family as soon as possible, to make them the royal reserve candidates, and to start training and teaching these candidates as soon as possible.
So that there will be someone to inherit the throne in the future.
The ministers did not dare to say directly that the child was adopted by him, fearing that he would bring bad luck to the candidates. How ridiculous!
This was the throne he had obtained with great difficulty, and the political order he had stabilized with great difficulty. Could it be that he really went against the will of heaven and was unworthy of the throne, so that heaven made him a disaster?
He didn't want to hand over the throne to someone who wasn't of his bloodline. If the throne really changed hands in the future, he...
Qin Zhao suddenly felt a headache and his body was very tired. He was sleepy.
Qin Zhao stood up, not wanting to think any more, and ordered: "Liu Youxi, I am sleepy, arrange for him to take a bath and go to bed."
Eunuch Liu quickly responded respectfully, "Yes, I will arrange it right away."
It is only the Xu hour now. Your Majesty usually goes to bed at the Hai hour. It is really early today. Maybe he is really tired.
After Qin Zhao finished taking a shower, he felt that he could hardly keep his eyelids open. He lay down on the bed and soon fell into a deep sleep.
Suddenly, a sweet fragrance came, followed by the sound of crisp bells and the sweet laughter of a girl.
Qin Zhao suddenly opened his eyes and saw a girl in a red skirt and long hair sitting on a swing and swinging on it.
The weather was very good and the sun was shining brightly. It must be autumn. Many red maple leaves fell from the tree where the swing was hanging, like a red maple leaf rain.
The girl had a half fox mask on her palm-sized face, revealing her rosy lips and dimples. She wore a string of golden bells on her feet, but her feet were bare. As she swayed, the bells made crisp sounds.
Along with the crisp ringtone, there was also the sweet laughter of a girl.
The girl's black hair fluttered in the wind, and her eyes, which appeared through the gap in the mask, were particularly beautiful.
Qin Zhao looked in a daze at the surrounding environment and the girl not far away. Where is this place?
Who is this woman?
Lin Shuwan looked at Qin Zhao in front of him, with a bright light flashing in his eyes.
The man's facial features were smooth and powerful, as if they were cut by a knife, exuding a masculine aura. His eyebrows were thick and neat, and his slightly upturned eyes gave people a sense of majesty.
The eyes are even more eye-catching, as deep as obsidian, revealing a mysterious and charming aura. The straight nose and tightly closed lips reveal a firm will, which makes people feel awe.
He is truly worthy of being the chosen one recommended by Bao Jieer!
It's her thing!
Qin Zhao's eyes met Lin Shuwan's.
There was a sly gleam in Lin Shuwan's eyes, and then Qin Zhao saw the girl swing to the highest point, then she let go of the swing and rushed towards him.
"Oh!"
Lin Shuwan let out a cry of surprise and threw Qin Zhao straight onto a thick pile of maple leaves.
Countless maple leaves fell.
The sweet fragrance of the girl permeated Qin Zhao's nostrils, and her long hair fell like a waterfall, like spider silk, surrounding his entire body with light.
"Who are you?" Qin Zhao looked sharp and straight into the girl's clear eyes. He wanted to push the girl away, but he couldn't use any strength at all.
He didn't know whether he was dreaming or in reality, because the girl's body temperature and smell were very real, and he could also feel the pain of his back hitting the ground.
Lin Shuwan knelt and sat up. She pursed her lips slightly. She was very nervous and kept cheering herself up in her heart.
After some psychological preparation, she stretched out her white jade-like fingers and stroked his nose, lips, jaw and Adam's apple one by one. Finally, she tore open his clothes and circled his heart with her white fingers, bringing a subtle temptation.
"Guess?" Lin Shuwan chuckled, her voice was gentle and melodious, soft and touching, her pink lips were slightly raised, and a dimple was faintly visible on her cheek.
The girl's fingertips were slightly cool, and the places where they passed made him feel tingling.
"Are you a forest fairy or a fairy from heaven?" Qin Zhao was a little moved. His throat rolled slightly and he wanted to struggle, but he seemed to be held in place by magic and could not move.
Qin Zhao looked at the woman in front of him. From a closer look, he saw that her skin was as smooth as cream and as white as jade. The corners of her mouth had a faint smile and shallow dimples, which made people feel a little drunk. With the light sweet fragrance, it was like a pot of fruit wine, which was not intoxicating but made people intoxicated and fascinated.
He hadn't touched anyone for six years. Now, looking at the strange woman in front of him who was seducing him, he felt both fearful and tempted.
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Chapter 12
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
Lin Shuwan's hands pulled Qin Zhao's belt open.
She lowered her head slightly, her eyes revealing a hint of shyness and nervousness, like a girl who had just tasted love. She gently closed her eyes, feeling the warm breath coming from Qin Zhao's body, her heartbeat quickened, and her breathing became rapid.
She slowly approached Qin Zhao, her lips gently touching his forehead, then his cheek, and finally resting on his tightly closed lips.
The tip of her tongue swept across slightly, and her small pearly teeth gently bit his lips.
There was a tingling sensation on his lips, but Qin Zhao's gaze was still on her, watching the girl's long eyelashes trembling slightly, like a dancing butterfly, beautiful and moving.
Lin Shuwan's kiss gradually deepened. She placed her fair and slender hands on Qin Zhao's chest. She gently bit Qin Zhao's lips with her small pearly teeth, as if she wanted to swallow him whole.
The finger was still provoking him dishonestly, causing Qin Zhao's body to tremble slightly and his eyes to widen slightly, as if he couldn't believe that the other party's action was so bold.
Qin Zhao's breathing gradually became rapid, and his face turned red. He felt that all this might not be a dream, because he could feel a slight pain on his lips.
He slightly loosened his tightly closed lips, and his deft little tongue probed into them. A sweet taste filled his mouth. The little tongue explored cautiously, and its reluctant look made Qin Zhao's scalp numb.
In the past, he favored concubines, but he had never kissed any woman. He never knew that kissing could make people so happy and passionate.
Just when Qin Zhao was in a state of confusion, his clothes were roughly torn off, revealing his evenly distributed strong abdominal muscles. A slightly cold little hand traced back and forth on his lower abdomen, constantly exploring and testing the dangerous areas.
Qin Zhao groaned unbearably, her tongue moved away, the silver thread pulled, and her hot lips gradually moved down along his jaw, Adam's apple and neck...
Qin Zhao's breathing became heavier, and his voice became a little hoarse and low: "Do you know what you are doing?"
Lin Shuwan raised her head. Her red lips were as bright as blood, her fair cheeks were very rosy, and her beautiful eyes were now rippled with light. She looked particularly bright and even more beautiful.
Qin Zhao looked at the fox mask on her face and wondered if this woman was really a mountain fox transformed from a fox, specially here to seduce him?
"Don't you want to do...something that will make you and me happy?" Lin Shuwan blushed.
"Follow me...you might die within three days." Qin Zhao groaned, and his deep obsidian eyes suddenly filled with huge waves. His gaze was fixed on the woman on his body, and his voice became even hoarser, with an eroticism that could not be concealed.
Lin Shuwan's face changed slightly. The slightly cold fingers touched her and then left her immediately, but she still screamed in her heart.
Lin Shuwan took a deep breath and slowly sat up straight. She pursed her lips and raised her hand to untie her belt.
As the belt loosened, her beautiful figure was revealed, with curves in all the right places, shiny and fair skin, and a skin as white as ice.
Qin Zhao's breathing stagnated slightly and his eyes froze.
The maple leaves rustled in the air, making slight sounds as they fell to the ground.
The gauze skirt was pulled aside, covering the red maple leaves on the ground. The maple leaves were gently blown up by the breeze, and the gauze skirt wrapped the maple leaves in it, entangled and flying.
As the pain came, Lin Shuwan's face turned pale, his body stiffened, and he dared not move anymore.
Qin Zhao panted like an old ox, looking at the girl with a pair of scarlet eyes. An inexplicable smile appeared on the corner of his mouth: "What...? Are you scared?"
At this moment, he was moved by emotion. If his hands and feet were not unable to move, he would have already...
Qin Zhao looked at the jade-white skin in front of him. The soft touch and the feeling of confinement really drove him crazy.
Lin Shuwan bit her lips lightly with her pearly teeth, her heart settling.
"hiss!"
"Ah!"
The wind gradually grew stronger, blowing through the maple trees with a whistling sound. The gauze skirt hooked onto the maple leaves, tumbling over and over again, making a whimpering sound.
The lark stood on the treetop, humming non-stop.
The man's heavy breathing and the woman's gentle moans made this quiet maple forest more lively.
Not long after, Lin Shuwan became exhausted. She lay powerlessly on Qin Zhao's chest, sweat dripping from her body, her cherry lips breathing softly, and her long hair loose, surrounding their bodies.
Qin Zhao felt that his hands and feet could move. His eyes flashed slightly, and then he turned over while holding Lin Shuwan.
Qin Zhao lowered his head and kissed Lin Shuwan's lips fiercely, as ferocious as a wolf that had caught its prey, wanting to skin her alive and eat her whole.
Lin Shuwan felt that the hot temperature seemed to melt her ice cube, making her want to escape.
However, the iron claws held her tightly.
When the wind and rain stopped, the sweet scent on the woman's body became stronger and stronger, like fruit wine that was irresistible.
Qin Zhao looked at the confused woman under him, with an evil smile on his face. He took one hand out from Lin Shuwan's waist and tried to lift the mask on the woman's face.
A strong wind blew, and the maple leaf rain fell heavier and heavier.
Qin Zhao's eyes blurred and he seemed to fall into darkness.
He suddenly opened his eyes, and a bright yellow bed curtain appeared in front of him. Eunuch Liu knelt respectfully outside the screen and said, "Your Majesty, it's time to get up and go to court."
Qin Zhao sat up suddenly, looking around, his face full of surprise and confusion.
He is back?
Qin Zhao looked down at his neatly-knit pajamas. He tore off his shirt, leaving nothing behind. His face darkened inexplicably, and he reached out to touch his lips, where a tingling sensation still seemed to remain.
This was something that had just happened, and his body was reacting, but his body felt extremely dry, without any feeling of what had happened.
Qin Zhao felt an inexplicable irritation in his heart. He pounded the bed with some dissatisfaction. With anger in his eyes, he asked Liu Youxi: "Did I sleep in bed all night? Did I go out?"
Liu Youxi was stunned, but quickly replied: "Your Majesty. You slept on the couch last night and did not go out."
Qin Zhao's face became even more confused when he heard this, and he said in a cold tone, "Then am I abnormal? Am I talking nonsense?"
Liu Youxi wondered in his mind whether he should say yes or no. He couldn't see the emperor's expression, but he could tell that he was angry, as if he was unsatisfied.
Liu Youxi was worried and quickly replied, "Your Majesty, there is nothing wrong."
Qin Zhao took a deep breath and said, "Arrange a bath."
"Yes. I'll arrange it right away." Liu Youxi quickly stood up and went out to make arrangements.
After Liu Youxi left, Qin Zhao stood up and called the secret guards: "Go check if there is a maple forest with red maple leaves near the capital."
The secret guard responded: "Yes!"
Qin Zhao stood up and walked towards the bathing pool at the back. His mind was filled with the girl's sweet moans and the crisp sounds of bells. It was as if the seductive music was surrounding his ears, making him feel itchy.
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Chapter 13
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
He stepped into the bathtub, trying to sober himself up with the cold water. However, the coolness of the water did not dispel the desire in his heart, but made him long for the mysterious woman even more.
Qin Zhao closed his eyes and recalled the girl's face. Although she was wearing a fox mask, he could feel her charm. Her beauty was like the stars in the night sky, fascinating.
In that maple forest with red maple leaves, perhaps he can meet her again there.
After Qin Zhao finished bathing, he changed into bright yellow court robes with the help of the eunuchs. The expression on his face returned to its cold and solemn state, and he walked towards the audience hall.
The audience hall.
Hundreds of ministers, holding tablets in their hands, stood on both sides of the hall, discussing something in low voices.
When the ban on whipping sounded, the ministers stopped talking and fell silent.
Qin Zhao walked out, lifted up his court robes, and sat on the dragon throne.
Liu Youxi flicked his whisk and said loudly, "Go to court! If you have something to say, please get up. If not, please leave."
As Liu Youxi's voice fell, a figure walked out from the crowd. It was Prime Minister Xiao.
He walked to the center of the hall with a respectful look, then bowed to the emperor and said in a loud voice: "Your Majesty, under your wise leadership, our Dazhao Dynasty is now peaceful and prosperous. But..."
At this point, Prime Minister Xiao paused, glanced around, and continued:
"However, the dwindling number of descendants in your harem has made me and others deeply worried. The continuation of the royal bloodline is related to the stability and future of Dazhao. Therefore, I ask your majesty to confirm the crown prince candidate as soon as possible to ensure the future stability and prosperity of our Dazhao Dynasty!"
Qin Zhao's originally gentle expression immediately became extremely gloomy. This issue has been discussed in recent years and has been particularly intense this year.
"Don't worry, my dear ministers." Qin Zhao's voice rang out in the court, "I naturally understand the importance of royal blood. Regarding the matter of succession, I will carefully consider it and choose the most suitable heir. But this is not something that can be done overnight. It requires time and observation."
Prime Minister Xiao frowned slightly, hesitating to speak, as if he wanted to say something else, but when he met Qin Zhao's cold eyes, he closed his mouth.
Qin Zhao glanced at everyone in the palace and asked calmly, "My dear ministers, do you have anything else to say?"
The ministers looked at each other and no one stood up to speak.
Seeing this, Qin Zhao nodded, then slowly stood up, turned around, and walked away.
After Qin Zhao left, the court suddenly became extremely lively.
The ministers began to whisper and discuss among themselves.
One of them whispered, "Prime Minister Xiao is really getting more and more outrageous. He actually dared to force His Majesty to appoint an heir in front of so many people!"
Another person echoed: "Yes, this is embarrassing for His Majesty!"
However, some people disagreed: "Well, he does have a point. Your Majesty is not young anymore, and you should appoint a crown prince sooner."
Others agreed: "Yes, the country cannot be without a king for a day. If Your Majesty suddenly passes away and there is no heir to inherit the throne, it will be a mess."
Finally, someone concluded: "But His Majesty has not made a clear statement yet, it seems that this matter will have to wait a little longer..."
Amid the discussions among the crowd, Prime Minister Xiao stood there with a gloomy face, thinking secretly in his heart.
He knew that his behavior today was a bit extreme, but he had no choice.
Your Majesty is now over thirty years old, but still has no children. The situation in the court is becoming increasingly complicated. If the position of crown prince is not established as soon as possible, and if something unexpected happens to Your Majesty, Dazhao will be in turmoil. What should we do?
Thinking of this, Prime Minister Xiao couldn't help but sigh, his brows furrowed into a shape of a "川" (river).
In the evening, after finishing his shift, Prime Minister Xiao walked out of the palace with a heavy heart.
When he returned home, it was already dark and the lanterns in the mansion illuminated his figure.
As soon as he got home, the housekeeper came up to him and handed a letter to Prime Minister Xiao: "Sir, someone just delivered this letter."
Prime Minister Xiao took the letter without writing a single word on it. He walked into the study without saying a word and closed the door.
The study was quiet. Prime Minister Xiao sat in the armchair, took a deep breath, and then slowly opened the envelope. He unfolded the letter and took a look at the handwriting on the envelope. His face instantly became gloomy.
There was only one short line of words on it: "Interview in the private room of Wangyue Building tomorrow."
After reading the letter, Prime Minister Xiao was silent for a moment, then he placed the letter on the candle and lit it. The flame spread quickly, engulfing the letter until it turned into ashes. He looked at everything in front of him quietly, with the light in his eyes flickering.
Your Majesty has no children or heirs. In the past two years, court officials and royal relatives have begun to persuade Your Majesty to find five candidates for the crown prince from among the royal relatives.
Among the princes of the royal families, there are King Kang, King Jin, King Qi, King Yi, and King Yu. Among them, Qin Shuyi, the prince of King Kang, has the highest popularity in the court.
However, since His Majesty has not agreed to screen the candidates for the crown prince, many ministers have no choice but to take their stand, fearing that they will stand on the wrong side and thus affect the prosperity or decline of the family.
Prime Minister Xiao narrowed his eyes, stared deeply at the extinguished flame, and pondered secretly in his heart.
He knew that this was a rare opportunity. If he succeeded, it would not only make his position more stable, but also ensure the prosperity of the Xiao family for a hundred years. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but take a deep breath, and a trace of determination flashed in his eyes.
...
Listen to Songyuan.
Lin Shuwan woke up from her dream. She looked at the red gauze curtain in front of her, and her body seemed to still retain the excitement of last night's dream.
She turned over, with the quilt between her thighs. A blush appeared on her fair face. She couldn't help but bury her head in the pillow. Her soft voice was filled with a bit of excitement: "The Dream Talisman is really as famous as it is said to be. It really makes people linger~"
Bao Jieer said in a mean way: [Yeah, I treat you well, don't I? Hehe, the feeling in the dream is so strong that it will only make you more difficult to resist in reality~]
Lin Shuwan snorted softly and rolled around on the bed with her limp body.
Hearing the sound in the room, Madam Liu and Chunyu came in and asked, "Is the young lady awake?"
"Well, Ma'am, go wash up. It's time to pay respects to my mother-in-law." Lin Shuwan's expression immediately restrained. He rubbed his slightly hot cheeks and cleared out the dirty garbage in his mind.
Nanny Liu looked at Lin Shuwan's rosy cheeks and her bright and beautiful eyes. She didn't know why she felt that her young lady had become much more beautiful today.
Lin Shuwan washed, changed his clothes, and had breakfast before slowly walking towards Langyue Garden.
As soon as I entered the yard, I heard the clanging sounds of a Taoist priest performing a ritual. All kinds of yellow paper talismans were flying everywhere. A man in a yellow Taoist robe was jumping around with a peach wood sword in his hand, muttering to himself.
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Chapter 14
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
There were incense sticks, candles and various offerings on the table, and three thumb-thick incense sticks were burning.
The marquis's wife clasped her hands together, knelt on the ground and kowtowed with a pious look on her face.
The Marquis's wife's face was as pale as paper, without a trace of blood. The areas around her eyes were black and bruised. Her eyes were a little blurry and she looked dazed.
It was obvious that he had not slept well. It seemed that the nightmare talisman had once again successfully played its due role.
Lin Shuwan did not ask Bao Jie'er about the Marquis's dream, but she could guess that it must be related to the series of bad luck that happened to Chen Siyuan yesterday.
The Taoist priest who was performing the ritual stopped his magic and said to the Marquis' wife, "Madam, the evildoer that was pestering the prince has been temporarily suppressed by my magic power. The prince will be fine for the time being. But if you want to completely get rid of the evildoer, you need to perform the ritual for 49 days."
The Marquis's wife said very devoutly: "In that case, I would like to trouble Master Ruyi to stay in the Marquis's Mansion temporarily and help my son eliminate that evildoer!"
Lin Shuwan watched the Taoist priest and the marquis' wife talking to each other, and the corners of his mouth twitched involuntarily. He wondered whether he should avoid suspicion.
The Marquis's wife had already seen Lin Shuwan. Her eyes darkened and she asked Nanny Su to arrange for a Taoist priest to go down and rest. Then she snorted coldly and turned back into the house.
Lin Shuwan didn't care that the Marquis' wife might go crazy at any time. He followed her into the inner room and saw that the prince lying on the ground looked even more miserable.
Chen Siyuan was injured and unable to move, so he could only lie on the ground to recuperate. Fortunately, he also put a quilt under him, but he still caught a cold and looked drowsy.
There were quite a few brown stains on the quilt, and a smell of medicine and excrement filled the room.
Lin Shuwan frowned slightly. Chen Siyuan was just injured, not paralyzed. Why was he living such a miserable life?
Mrs. Hou sat in the armchair and looked at Lin Shuwan coldly.
Lin Shuwan walked forward with a smile on her face, and bowed respectfully to the Marquis' wife: "The daughter-in-law pays her respects to the mother-in-law."
The Marquis' wife was drinking tea from the cup, without even glancing at Lin Shuwan, nor did she ask her to stand up, obviously wanting to keep her company for a while longer.
Lin Shuwan was not annoyed. The original owner had suffered a lot of such trivial humiliation in the general's mansion, and the longest time he could endure was half an hour.
She can afford to wait.
The Marquis's wife drank a cup of tea, and about half a cup of tea time had passed. Seeing that Lin Shuwan's movements were still standard and polite, and his face didn't even blush, she felt even more uncomfortable.
"Get up!" The marquis's wife had no choice but to ask her to get up.
Lin Shuwan stood up obediently.
Madam Hou said in a cold voice, "Yuan'er was in so much pain last night that he couldn't sleep all night. As Yuan'er's wife, you actually slept well? You didn't ask about it at all?"
Her face was full of anger and her eyes were full of disappointment and blame.
She secretly sighed in her heart, thinking that she had chosen the wrong person. How could she let such a woman into the house? Now her son was sick, but his wife didn't seem to be worried at all. How could she not be angry?
The more the Marquis thought about it, the angrier she became. The nightmares she had continued to have made her extremely uneasy and terrified. She was afraid that she would not be able to see her son when she woke up. The anger that had been accumulating all night finally erupted, and her voice became louder:
"Yuan'er is my precious son!" The Marquis's wife said with great sorrow, "He is sick, and I, as a mother, feel so distressed that I wish I could take his place. But what about you? As the Marquis's Crown Prince's Consort and Yuan'er's newlywed wife, you still don't care about Yuan'er."
"My daughter-in-law knows she was wrong. It's not that I didn't care, but I accidentally caught a cold last night and I'm not feeling well. I was afraid of disturbing the prince's rest." Lin Shuwan lowered his head, his voice bitter.
As for why they caught a cold and felt unwell, everyone knew it well.
She paused, then continued:
"It's just that the prince is currently unable to move and can only recuperate in his mother-in-law's room. Even if the daughter-in-law wants to stay by his side to take care of him, she doesn't know how to do so. She's afraid that if the news gets out, it will damage the reputation of the Marquisate."
She sighed and said sincerely, "I know you have always loved the prince, but this situation is really helpless."
Mrs. Hou originally thought that Lin Shuwan was a weak person who would accept everything. She had also tried to test him on the third day of their marriage. She didn't expect that she would be retorted by him in this way after just a few words today.
The anger that had originally erupted was now blocked back, making it even more uncomfortable.
The Marquis's wife took a deep breath and became even more dissatisfied and resentful towards Lin Shuwan. A wife who was not loved by her husband and did not know how to please her mother-in-law, could only suffer in the backyard of the Marquis's Mansion and live out her life alone!
Thinking of this, Madam Hou's eyes became sharp, and she said coldly: "That being said, as Yuan'er's legal wife, you still have to fulfill your duty to serve your husband. Go and help Yuan'er wash and eat first."
After giving her instructions, the Marquis's wife turned around and went to have breakfast.
Lin Shuwan readily agreed and immediately directed several servants and maids to change the clothes and bedding for Chen Siyuan who was lying on the ground.
Chen Siyuan, who had just fallen asleep, was woken up by the tossing and turning, and the pain made him unable to fall asleep again. He looked at the rosy-faced and charming Lin Shuwan in front of him, and a feeling of anger rose in his heart for no reason: "It seems that the Crown Prince's Concubine slept well last night."
Lin Shuwan rolled his eyes in his heart. They are truly mother and son, they both can't stand seeing others doing better than them!
Lin Shuwan sat down beside Chen Siyuan, looked down at him, and said in a gentle voice: "Sir, let me serve you today!"
Chen Siyuan looked at her warily, his tone cold and hard: "No need, stop getting in my way."
He knew very well what this woman was planning. It was simply that he was injured and Qingluan was not around, so she wanted to take the opportunity to get close to him and try to get some favor from him. What a wishful thinking!
Lin Shuwan showed sadness and bitterness on her face, and said, "After all, the prince and I are husband and wife, and it is my duty to take care of the prince. The prince does not have to be so cold."
If the prince were a man, he would speak in a harsher tone and it would be better to send her away and not let her appear here again!
Chen Siyuan snorted coldly: "This prince already has a beloved one, I have given you the position of wife, when this prince is in better health, this prince will give you a child. Others, this prince can't give you, and won't give you! Don't dream of anything else!"
Lin Shuwan sneered in his heart, who cares!
The sadness and bitterness on Lin Shuwan's face became even stronger. She gently wiped the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief, and her eyes instantly turned red. Her voice was choked with sobs: "I came here today to discuss the matter of Miss Qingluan with the prince."
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Chapter 15
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
Chen Siyuan looked at Lin Shuwan's red eyes and felt a little guilty, especially since it involved Qingluan's matter. He dodged a little and said, "How is it?"
Lin Shuwan didn't care about Chen Siyuan's attitude and said, "I will arrange for the housekeeper to bring Miss Qingluan back the day after tomorrow and put her in the Luohua Courtyard next to the prince. Is that okay?"
"Hmm..." Chen Siyuan frowned and thought. He was injured now and there was no way for him to go and pick Qingluan up in person. Besides, it would be better to bring Qingluan back sooner rather than later. If his mother changed her mind halfway, it would be a waste of time and effort.
"The day after tomorrow, you must go to my house in person and bring Qingluan back! You must also take back Qingluan's indentureship contract, and cancel Qingluan's status as a lowly person at the government office, and bring Qingluan into the mansion as a concubine."
Lin Shuwan couldn't help rolling her eyes as she listened to Chen Siyuan's scumbag speech. He was really taking advantage of her!
Which wife would go to a brothel in person to redeem a prostitute, and then carry her into the back house to be her husband's concubine?
Where does this put the reputation of her as the legal wife, the Marquis' Mansion, and the General's Mansion?
Lin Shuwan would not go to the brothel to redeem someone, but she needed a chance to go out and meet the emperor.
She said, "I know, I will make arrangements."
When the marquis's wife came back, she saw that the two were in a good mood, talking and laughing.
A trace of satisfaction flashed in the eyes of the Marquis's wife, and she said to Su Mama, "Did Taoist Master Ruyi say that the prince can be moved?"
Nanny Su said, "Master Ruyi gave me some talismans and said that if I carry the talismans, there shouldn't be any problem."
Madam Hou arranged: "Send two strong guards to come and carry the prince back to the Diligent Learning Pavilion. It is not good for him to lie on the ground all the time."
Especially since it was her room, it would not be appropriate for the Marquis to stay in her room when he came back.
The Marquis's wife thought of the Marquis' frequent business trips to handle official business. When he finally came home, he never cared about her feelings, but rushed straight to the courtyard of his aunt and concubines, leaving her alone.
Such scenes were played out day after day, making the Marquis's wife feel extremely lonely and aggrieved, and the resentment in her heart became stronger and stronger.
Thinking of this, Madam Hou's gentle expression darkened again. Her eyes also changed when she looked at Lin Shuwan in front of her.
"Yes." Nanny Su turned around and went to look for someone.
After a while, two strong guards came in, carrying a brand new and sturdy stretcher. Both of them held talisman papers in their hands, and there were talisman papers on the stretcher. There was also a circle of people surrounding them, guarding Chen Siyuan at all times.
After all, the various accidents that happened yesterday were really shocking.
Lin Shuwan looked at Madam Hou's arrangements, raised his eyebrows and silently stood a little further away, fearing that it would affect the performance of this group of people.
She did not doubt what Bao Jie'er gave her. After all, she spent hundreds of dollars to buy the talisman paper. If it could be cracked by someone, how could she still trust the system?
really.
The two guards were carrying a stretcher, surrounded by servants. Just as they put Chen Siyuan on the stretcher and took a few steps, the guard in front tripped and twisted his wrist. He cried out in pain and involuntarily loosened his hand. Chen Siyuan, who was lying cautiously on the stretcher, fell to the ground unexpectedly.
The servants guarding nearby quickly reached out to catch it, but it was so dramatic that it missed the servants' hands and fell to the ground.
"Ah!" Chen Siyuan screamed, and his already injured ribs were injured again.
Madam Hou and Lin Shuwan were still following behind. When they saw Chen Siyuan falling down like this, Madam Hou screamed and said, "Why did it start again?"
Chen Siyuan held his waist, his eyes red, and said, "Mom! Give me a quick death, just have someone carry me over. If you do this a few more times, my son will probably be paralyzed."
Thinking about the period from yesterday until now, he had no idea how many accidents and incidents, big or small, had tormented him mentally.
Mrs. Hou thought so too, so she had to ask another guard to carry Chen Siyuan on her back and go to the Qinxue Pavilion quickly and carefully.
Although nothing major happened along the way, there were many small incidents, such as being splashed with bird droppings from a passing bird, or a security guard accidentally slipping and almost throwing Chen Siyuan out.
The journey that should have taken only a cup of tea took nearly an hour. By the time Chen Siyuan lay down on his bed, he had already fainted. The people who were watching and guarding him were sweating profusely and were more or less frightened.
The marquis's wife wiped the sweat from her face and breathed a sigh of relief with lingering fear. She finally sent the man to bed safely.
She turned to Nanny Su and said, "Go and ask the court doctor to come over and have him check on the prince."
"Yes." Nanny Su quickly arranged for someone to invite him.
Madam Hou sent away the escorting servants, revealing Lin Shuwan standing at the edge. Her eyes were full of worry, and she said tiredly, "Take good care of Yuan'er."
She was also tired. She had a nightmare last night and had been scared all the way. Now that she had relaxed, she felt a lot more tired.
"Yes." Lin Shuwan responded with lowered eyebrows.
The Marquis's wife instructed the servants of the Qinxue Pavilion to take good care of the prince, and then, unable to bear the fatigue any longer, she left with Nanny Su.
Lin Shuwan sat aside drinking tea, while Nanny Liu arranged for servants to help the prince clean up dirt and change clothes.
The court doctor came over, wrote a new prescription, and reapplied medicine to Chen Siyuan's wounds before leaving.
Lin Shuwan didn't say a word the whole time, and Nanny Liu arranged everything in an orderly manner.
After making the arrangements, she got up and took her people back to Tingsongyuan.
Nanny Liu served Lin Shuwan lunch and told him the interesting stories she had heard in Langyue Garden.
"Last night, Langyue Garden was not quiet either. In the middle of the night, a mouse ran into the prince's bed and bit his foot. The prince was frightened awake. It made a fuss for most of the night. I don't know if the Marquis's wife has been possessed recently. She kept screaming all night."
"The prince had a high fever in the middle of the night, causing the Marquis to not sleep much the last night. The prince's fever finally subsided in the morning, but he almost choked to death when he was having breakfast. When he was taking medicine, a lot of chickenpox broke out on his body, and it itched terribly."
"Miss, tell me, has the prince really been possessed by some evil spirit? Why does he keep having bad luck?"
Lin Shuwan listened to Chen Siyuan's misfortune and waited for Aunt Liu to finish before saying seriously, "Aunt, you should not talk about strange things."
Madam Liu thought she had offended the prince and made Lin Shuwan unhappy. She glanced at the girl carefully, but saw a faint smile on Lin Shuwan's face and said, "The prince's wife is right. It was I who overstepped my bounds."
After lunch, Lin Shuwan read for a while and then took a nap. In the afternoon, he went to the Qinxue Pavilion to visit the prince, and then went to pay his respects to the marquis's wife.
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Chapter 16
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
After dinner and a shower, it's time to go to bed.
Lin Shuwan turned over in bed, looking at the red candles dancing on the table not far away. She grabbed the quilt with her fingers and said to Bao Jieer, "What do you think we should play tonight?"
Bao Jieer said in a sly way: [You have already made a field battle possible, why don't you try it in the palace this time? ]
Lin Shuwan thought of the lewd night and her cheeks flushed: "I wonder if Qin Zhao has any feelings for me after last night?"
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Qin Zhao was a little restless all day. While reviewing memorials, he would ask Liu Youxi about the time from time to time. Sometimes he would sit at his desk and stare at the memorials in a daze.
He looked like he had a lot on his mind.
However, Qin Zhao didn't say anything, and Liu Youxi didn't dare to ask more.
It was not until the afternoon, just after Qin Zhao finished his afternoon tea, that he received news that the secret guard who had gone out on business had returned.
He quickly sent Liu Youxi away and called the secret guard over.
"How is it?" Qin Zhao asked eagerly with an expectant look.
The secret guard was slightly stunned, and quickly replied: "Your Majesty, there are three red maple forests near the capital. One is two miles away from Fajue Temple, one is Jingyue Lake in the suburbs of Beijing, and the other is the autumn hunting ground. But none of them has a swing."
Qin Zhao was slightly stunned, then waved his hand silently.
The secret guard retreated.
Qin Zhao sighed in his heart. Even if he knew where the maple forest was, he didn't know where to find someone.
I wonder if he will dream about her tonight?
I don't know if she will come to see him tonight?
With a hidden thought in mind, Qin Zhao handled his official business early today. After dinner and bathing, he lay on the dragon couch in his pajamas. He blew out the light and stared at the branches outside the window that were blown by the night wind, feeling both expectant and anxious.
Liu Youxi looked at the bedroom with the lights off, then he left and stood outside to watch obediently. He was a little confused, thinking that His Majesty was very strange today.
It was only the hour of Xu (around seven o'clock) and His Majesty had already gone to bed.
Is Your Majesty unwell?
That doesn't seem likely. The imperial physician came to check Ping An's pulse today.
Liu Youxi was puzzled.
Qin Zhao was lying on the bed, but he was in good spirits. He closed his eyes and kept trying to make himself fall asleep early.
Not knowing how long it had been, Qin Zhao felt a warm breeze blowing on his face.
Qin Zhao's eyes moved, and he suddenly opened them, and saw that the candle that had been blown out was rekindled.
The dim light of the candle allowed Qin Zhao to see clearly the person squatting on the edge of the bed.
The girl was wearing a moon-white dress and still had the fox mask on her face, revealing a pair of beautiful, bright eyes. The corners of her mouth were slightly pouting, her lips were rosy, and a sweet breath began to invade his nostrils.
She sat on the footstool beside the bed, holding her chin with both hands, staring at him, and said in a soft voice: "You went to bed so early today, are you waiting for me?"
The girl's feet were shaking slightly, and the bells were ringing softly, ding-ling~ding-ling~.
A faint light flashed in Qin Zhao's eyes. He reached out and grabbed the girl's wrist, pulling her into the bed curtain. His body half pressed on the girl. He reached out to control the girl's hands, and used the other hand to lift the mask on the girl's face.
Lin Shuwan chuckled and said, "If you take off my mask, your dream will be over, and I will disappear."
Qin Zhao's hand paused and he had to withdraw it. His hand gently touched the mask, then slid down to touch the girl's tender red lips, and then fell on the girl's fair and slender neck. He applied a little force, and the fair and slightly cool skin was filled with his warmth.
He stared into the girl's eyes and said in a low and dangerous voice: "Who are you? Why do you keep seducing me?"
Lin Shuwan felt the hand on her neck gradually gaining strength. She curled her lips slightly, not afraid of the man's dangerous aura at all. She bent her legs and placed them on Qin Zhao's legs, smiling coquettishly, "Your Majesty, don't you want to?"
A dark light flashed in Qin Zhao's inky eyes for a moment, and his hard chest felt the softness of the girl's body under him. He reached down and tore open the girl's clothes, revealing the girl's fair and beautiful collarbone, and a large area of soft skin on her snow-capped peaks.
Qin Zhao lowered his head and kissed the girl's soft and rosy lips.
The sweet taste wrapped into his mouth, making him intoxicated by it. The strength of his hands caressing the snow-capped peaks also increased a little. He loosened the hands that were pressing down on the girl's hands, ripped off the girl's belt and peeled off her clothes.
The man's strong body was attached to the girl's fair and soft figure, and the bright yellow bed curtains were swaying slightly in the breeze.
Qin Zhao clamped the girl's soft body, and the obvious feeling of being restrained made him sweat profusely. He lowered his eyes to look into the girl's passionate eyes, with a strong possessive desire and a domineering determination to win.
The clouds collect and the rain stops.
The bed curtains were filled with the scent of orange, which was extremely sweet.
On the bright yellow quilt, Qin Zhao's chest pressed tightly against Lin Shuwan's back, feeling the afterglow of the affair. His broad, slightly calloused hands gently kneaded and twisted the soft body.
Qin Zhao's hoarse voice sounded: "Can you tell me your name?"
Lin Shuwan breathed lightly. She reached out and grabbed the man's hand that was doing something naughty on Xuefeng, and said, "You can call me Wanwan."
"Wanwan..." Qin Zhao's eyes flickered slightly, and his hot breath whispered in the girl's ear, with a hint of ambiguity and charm, "Are you from Beijing?"
Lin Shuwan said in a charming voice: "Your Majesty, do you want to find me?
"
"If I want to find you, I can find you naturally." Qin Zhao said confidently, turning over and pressing Lin Shuwan under him, "No matter who you are, I will take you."
Lin Shuwan's eyes were blurred. She wrapped her arms around Qin Zhao's neck and offered her red lips, "Then Your Majesty must remember Wanwan's name well..."
Before he finished speaking, the room was once again filled with an ambiguous atmosphere.
Qin Zhao watched the girl intoxicated with love. He paused for a moment, gently kissed the girl's slender white neck, and asked, "Are you human?"
He was thinking about the possibility of finding her!
The possibility of keeping her by my side!
"Of course." Lin Shuwan felt the tenderness given by the man, bit her lips lightly, and moaned softly.
Qin Zhao probed step by step: "Are you married?"
Lin Shuwan panted: "What if there is a marriage?"
A cold light flashed in Qin Zhao's eyes, "Then I will snatch you away too!" The prerequisite is that she can safely survive the three-day curse he carries.
Lin Shuwan moaned and clasped the man's neck tightly with both hands.
The sweet, numb, charming and unrestrained night was suddenly broken by Liu Youxi's voice. Qin Zhao suddenly opened his eyes and tilted his head to look to his side.
There was no one beside me, and the bed was made clean and flat, as if no one had ever slept in it.
Qin Zhao's heart suddenly felt empty. He sat up with his brows drooped, feeling a little more lost and lonely.
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Chapter 17
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
After Qin Zhao finished bathing and breakfast, he attended the morning court as usual. He returned to the Qinzheng Palace and summoned the secret guards again, ordering them: "Go find a woman from the capital, with a maiden name containing wan? She is about sixteen or seventeen years old and pretty. Investigate all those who are married or not."
The secret guard didn't understand so he asked, "Your Majesty... which word is wan?"
Qin Zhao didn't know which word it was, so he said, "No matter which wan it is, as long as it has this sound, we will investigate it all."
The secret guard was somewhat speechless, but the master's order could not be disobeyed, so he replied: "I obey your command."
The secret guard left gracefully. Qin Zhao's hand gently stroked the jade ring on his thumb, his eyes full of determination to win. Wanwan...
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Spring Rain Tower.
Qingluan lay on the bed with a weak face, looking at the maid standing beside her, and asked, "Where will the prince come today?"
Qiaoqiao said, "Miss, the prince sent someone here yesterday, saying that he accidentally hurt himself yesterday and needs to rest and recuperate. He can't come to Chunyu Tower to accompany you."
Qing Luan bit her lip lightly, lowered her eyes slightly, hiding the gloom and anger in her eyes, and said softly: "The Crown Prince's Concubine is beautiful and charming. It's only a matter of time before the Crown Prince is attracted to her."
"Young lady, don't think too much. You know what happened to the prince in the building yesterday. I heard from the servant who delivered the message that after the prince returned yesterday, he had many accidents and injured his ribs. The palace doctor said that he had to rest in bed and could not move."
"And the servant who delivered the message also said that the prince has arranged for a prince consort to come to the building in person tomorrow to redeem you. The indenture will also be cancelled by the government, and you will be brought into the mansion as a concubine. Girl, your good days are coming!"
Qiaoqiao smiled and said with a happy face: "Miss, you have waited for the clouds to clear and the moon to appear. Now your wish has come true!"
Qingluan's eyes flickered slightly, she raised her head, her face full of happy smile, "Are you serious? Is the Crown Prince's Consort willing?" If it was really Lin Shuwan who came to the building to pick her up, wouldn't that be trampling on Lin Shuwan's face?
Qiaoqiao's eyes were full of smiles: "The prince has spoken, and the princess has no choice but to do it. And the marquis's wife has also agreed to let the girl enter the mansion. The servant even sent a set of red wedding dresses for the girl. You will look stunning in it tomorrow."
Qing Luan's eyes flickered, a faint light flashed across her eyes, and she raised her lips slightly, saying, "That's great, I can also stay with the prince."
"Then I will help the young lady pack her things first."
Qiaoqiao was the personal maid that Chen Siyuan prepared for Qingluan after Qingluan arrived at Chunyu Tower. She originally thought that she would waste her whole life in the brothel, and she felt a bit more disdain and resentment towards her master Qingluan.
Although Master Chen has feelings for Qingluan, why doesn't he redeem her? Even if she cannot be brought into the Marquis's Mansion, she can be placed outside as a concubine. What's the point of keeping her in a brothel forever?
I didn't expect that such a short time had passed and the prince was already bringing someone into the Marquis' Mansion?
I heard that it was the Marquis's wife who sold the person to Chunyu Tower personally. Now, she has made the Marquis's wife and the Crown Prince's wife agree to bring Qingluan into the palace. It can be seen that this Miss Qingluan is very capable!
Her good days are coming!
Lin Shuwan opened his eyes, his eyes flickered, and he stretched lazily. Although he had exercised in his dreams all night last night, he did not feel tired at all.
Today, I still went to Madam Hou's place to pay my respects in the morning and evening, and then went to Chen Siyuan's place to show my face and punch in. The whole day passed like this.
That night, Lin Shuwan did not enter Qin Zhao's dream again. He slept peacefully alone, preparing for the real meeting with Qin Zhao the next day.
We should also give Qin Zhao some room for expectation and imagination.
After three days of nourishment, her beauty became even more beautiful, her figure became more delicate, her chest and waist gradually changed, becoming more graceful and attractive.
Qin Zhao also tidied up and went to bed early tonight, closing his eyes and looking forward to meeting the woman in his dreams tonight.
However, I slept soundly that night without any dreams.
Before Liu Youxi came over to wake him up, Qin Zhao opened his eyes. He looked at the dawn sky outside the window. The bright yellow bed curtains made him feel a little dazed.
Is this the next day or is he still awake?
Liu Youxi heard the voice and walked into the inner hall and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, are you awake? Do you want to prepare a bath and breakfast?"
His Majesty is on a day off today and does not need to attend court, so he can get up later. He did not expect that His Majesty would wake up so early today.
Hearing Liu Youxi's voice, Qin Zhao's face suddenly turned cold. He knew that the man did not appear in his dream last night and did not look for him.
Will she never come again?
He hasn't found her yet!
Qin Zhao turned over and sent Liu Youxi away, saying in a low voice, "Leave! I need to lie down for a while."
Your Majesty, who has never stayed in bed, wants to sleep again and go into his dreams to find the woman who has been haunting him!
However, Qin Zhao tossed and turned in bed for nearly an hour, but he still couldn't fall asleep. Finally, he sat up angrily and called the secret guard: "Is there any news about the person I asked you to investigate yesterday?"
Qin Zhao sat up straight, straightened his clothes, and his tightly pursed lips showed a hint of annoyance.
"Your Majesty, I have investigated all the children of the noble and official families in the capital, both married and unmarried. There are currently fifteen girls with the word 'wan' in their names, aged sixteen or seventeen. Nine of them are married, and six are still married. Three of the married girls are still in the capital."
The secret guard flew out and replied with his head down.
Qin Zhao frowned, "What's his specific name? Do you have a portrait?"
The secret guard paused and groaned inwardly, you didn't say you wanted a portrait, and the portraits of women in the boudoir have always been private. It is extremely difficult to get those portraits!
Qin Zhao rubbed his brows and asked, "What are the names of the three married women?"
The secret guards said one by one: "The eldest daughter of the Minister of Revenue, Chen Wan, is seventeen years old. The daughter-in-law of the young grandson of the Deputy Commandant of Zhaowu, Shen Yunwan, is sixteen years old. The Crown Prince's Consort of the Marquis of Jing'an, Lin Shuwan, is sixteen years old."
Qin Zhao felt his head hurt even more, and he murmured softly: "Wanwan..." Who are you?
His brows furrowed even tighter, and his tone was urgent: "Send more people to find out for me as soon as possible!" There was still too little information. Unless he met them one by one in person, he would definitely recognize who they were.
"Yes, Your Majesty." The secret guard responded and retreated.
Qin Zhao was getting more and more upset. It was as if that woman appeared out of nowhere and disappeared without a trace. He had to find her!
Qin Zhao shouted to the outside world: "Liu Youxi!"
Liu Youxi's heart trembled, knowing that His Majesty was in a bad mood today. He hurriedly walked in carefully and glanced at the emperor inconspicuously. He found that the emperor was frowning, with a hint of displeasure in his eyes.
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Chapter 18
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
Liu Youxi secretly groaned in his heart, wondering if he had done something wrong to make His Majesty unhappy?
Liu Youxi knelt on the ground, lowered his brows and asked respectfully, "What do you want, Your Majesty?"
Qin Zhao waved his hand and said, "Get dressed and prepare meals. I will leave the palace today."
"Yes." Liu Youxi responded tremblingly.
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Lin Shuwan got up today and dressed up carefully. She was wearing a light blue brocade dress with exquisite patterns embroidered on the hem, her hair fell on her shoulders like clouds, her makeup was fresh and elegant, and she was beautiful and moving.
Lin Shuwan went to find Chen Siyuan.
As we walked along, we found that the entire prince's backyard was decorated with red wedding decorations.
Lin Shuwan looked at the red lanterns and red double happiness characters decorated in Qinxue Pavilion. Chen Siyuan also changed into a red wedding dress and lay on the big red wedding bed. The whole room was filled with a festive atmosphere.
Even the Luohua Courtyard next door was decorated in an especially festive manner, especially since Lin Shuwan's wedding had just happened. After Lin Shuwan returned home three days ago, the Marquis' Mansion had taken down all the red lanterns and decorations used for the wedding.
I didn't expect that a new one would be put up again in the past two days.
Lin Shuwan just found it ridiculous. For the sake of a concubine, he didn't even care about the reputation of the Marquis' Mansion and the General's Mansion. If this got out, the reputation of himself as the legal wife would be lost.
If this gets out, if Qin Zhao likes her, he will only feel more distressed for her.
She wants to establish this delicate and pitiful character.
Lin Shuwan's eyes drooped slightly, revealing a hint of sarcasm: "Sir, I will go and bring Concubine Qing back today."
Chen Siyuan was lying on the bed recovering from his injuries. He looked up and saw the sadness on Lin Shuwan's face. He softened his tone and said, "Well, go ahead and take the sedan chair and the ceremonial band from the back door."
Lin Shuwan took Madam Liu and Chunyu Chunxin to the back door, and saw a red sedan chair carried by eight strong men, with several ceremonial personnel in front and behind.
It looks fully equipped and very grand!
How could this be like a concubine entering the mansion? This was clearly no different from an ordinary family marrying a wife!
"Crown Princess..." Nanny Liu, Chunyu and Chunxin looked at Lin Shuwan with concern.
The Crown Prince is slapping the Crown Princess in the face!
Doesn't the Marquis' wife care?
Lin Shuwan smiled faintly and said, "Nothing, let's go."
"Yes." Nanny Liu brought Chunyu, the ceremonial music and the wedding sedan from the back door, and walked towards Chunyu Tower with music and drums.
Not until the wedding sedan and ceremonial music had gone away did a low-key carriage appear at the back door of the mansion, and Lin Shuwan got on the carriage with the help of Chunxin.
The carriage followed the wedding sedan slowly, not too far away but not too close.
The ceremonial music and the wedding sedan started from the Marquis' Mansion. It took three streets to reach Chunyu Tower. People passing by looked at them with some curiosity.
"Whose family is getting married or marrying off their daughter? Why is there no groom riding a horse to pick up the bride?"
"That's the nameplate of the Marquis of Jing'an's mansion. Didn't the Marquis of Jing'an get married not long ago? Why is there another happy event today?"
"I've seen the leading nanny before. She seems to be the wet nurse of the Crown Prince's wife who married into the Marquis of Jing'an's mansion. When the mansion was welcoming the bride, she was beside the flower bridge!"
"Ah, so where is this nanny going with Huaqiao?"
"From the direction I'm looking at, it seems like we're heading to Chunyu Tower. Could it be that this flower bridge is to take the prince's lover back from Chunyu Tower?"
"It was the Crown Prince's wife's wet nurse who went to pick up the bride in person. Ah..."
"Come on, come on, follow and see what's going on!"
Behind the wedding procession, a lot of people gradually gathered and followed over to watch the fun.
It took the wedding procession nearly half an hour to arrive at the gate of Chunyu Tower.
Chunyu Tower is not as extravagant and lively during the day as it is at night. The entrance is deserted. Although the door is open, it is very quiet inside.
When Qiaoqiao saw the flower bridge gradually approaching, her face lit up with joy and she quickly turned around and ran towards Qingluan's room.
Qingluan was wearing a bright red wedding dress with pomegranate branches and a phoenix crown and bridal robe, looking radiant. Her face was carefully made up, making her look particularly charming and radiant.
Qiaoqiao said with a happy face: "Girl, girl. Huaqiao is here! The sedan chair with eight bearers and the ceremonial band are almost downstairs!"
Qingluan's face lit up with joy: "Really?" She didn't expect that the prince could actually do this for her
The madam came in from outside at this time, with a shrewd smile on her face, and said: "Qingluan, today is your big day. I wish you and the prince a happy marriage. When you are successful in the future, don't forget me, your mother."
Qingluan smiled lightly, with a hint of sarcasm and coldness in her eyes. When she was sold to this building by the Marquis's wife, she was tortured by the madam because she didn't want to receive customers. Now she can escape from this place. When she has a firm foothold in the Marquis's mansion, she will definitely not let Chunyu Tower go!
The madam looked at the sneer on Qingluan's face and felt a little embarrassed. She didn't expect that the Prince of Jing'an was so deeply in love with a maid that he didn't even mind that she had stayed in the brothel for so long and wanted to take her back to the Marquis's Mansion as a concubine.
The Marquis's wife actually agreed.
It was clearly the Marquis's wife who took the initiative to send people here.
The bridal sedan arrived downstairs and the music stopped.
Matron Liu and Chunyu stood at the door. In their eyes, brothels were places of filth and they really didn't want to go in, so they called the eunuchs inside and asked the madam to come over.
Matron Liu handed over a hundred taels of silver to the other party.
The madam didn't raise the price. She took it with a smile, then took out a piece of paper from her sleeve, handed it to Madam Liu, and said, "This is Miss Qingluan's indenture."
Nanny Liu looked at it carefully, then put it in her arms and winked at Chunyu beside her.
Chunyu stood up and said loudly, "Aunt Qing, please get on the sedan chair!"
A woman wearing a red wedding dress and a red veil was helped out.
"She even wore a bright red wedding dress. This shows that she doesn't take the Crown Prince's Consort seriously!"
"This is too unruly. Isn't the Marquis of Jing'an afraid of being reported by the censors? They favor their wives and kill their concubines. They don't respect etiquette and laws?"
When Madam Liu and Chunyu saw the bright red wedding dress, their faces changed at the same time and looked very unhappy.
Madam Liu sneered, "Madam Qing, this wedding dress is not in accordance with the rules."
Qiaoqiao, who was standing next to her, said with a haughty look on her face, "Madam, the wedding dress for Aunt Qing was specially sent by the prince, who said that Aunt Qing should wear it when she goes out! Are you planning to disobey the prince's order?"
Nanny Liu cursed the prince in her heart, calling him a fool!
Thinking of my own young lady, I felt sorry for her for marrying into the Jing'an Marquis Mansion, where they had no sense of etiquette and no respect for hierarchy!
Madam Liu took a deep breath, stopped Chunyu who wanted to argue with Qiaoqiao, and sneered, "Since it is the prince's personal order, please ask Madam Qing to get on the sedan chair!"
The eight-man sedan chair and the bridal procession have been arranged, so there is no need to miss a bright red wedding dress.
Tomorrow, the Marquis of Jing'an's Mansion will probably be criticized to death by the censors!
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Chapter 19
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
Qin Zhao lifted the carriage curtain and looked at the crowded crowd not far away. He frowned slightly, stretched out his hand to call Liu Youxi and asked, "What happened ahead? Why are the people gathered here?"
Liu Youxi replied respectfully:
"Your Majesty, I just sent someone to inquire. Prince Chen of the Marquis of Jing'an took a prostitute as his concubine, but took her back with the ceremonial procession of his wife. Therefore, many people came to join in the fun."
Qin Zhao's brows knitted deeper, and his voice was filled with a hint of surprise and doubt: "Taking a concubine is fine, but it's actually a brothel girl, and using the ceremonial guards of the main wife? This is simply nonsense!"
The title of Marquis Jing'an is hereditary and has been inherited for three generations. Marquis Jing'an is the third generation, but his behavior has become more and more absurd. He has been gradually marginalized in the court and is about to fall.
Now this prince is even more disgusting than Marquis Jing'an and his father! Even more disgraceful!
"Ridiculous!" Qin Zhao's face was filled with anger. "How can a prostitute be worthy of using the ceremonial guards of a principal wife? This is simply a disgrace to the family!"
Liu Youxi hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, please calm down. People who don't know etiquette will be taught a lesson."
Qin Zhao snorted coldly: "If everyone is like this Prince Chen, my kingdom will be in chaos!"
Then he suddenly remembered something. He seemed to have heard the words "Prince Jing'an" not long ago?
The newlywed princess of Marquis Jing'an, Lin Shuwan...
Qin Zhao pondered for a moment and said, "Pass on my order to order the Censorate to impeach the son of Marquis Jing'an and punish him for contempt of the emperor's authority. Also, send someone to inform Marquis Jing'an of this matter and ask him to discipline his son properly."
Liu Youxi quickly responded, "As you wish."
The wedding procession gradually went away.
The sounds of ritual music faded away, and the onlookers gradually dispersed, leaving space on the main road.
Sitting in the carriage, Lin Shuwan was about to ask the driver to go to Hexiangju when Bao Jieer reminded him, "Qin Zhao's carriage is a hundred meters behind."
Lin Shuwan paused as she opened her mouth. She gently lifted the curtain and looked back. She saw a low-key and luxurious carriage parked there. Two tall horses with shiny fur stood there in high spirits. The carriage was carved with exquisite patterns, making it particularly eye-catching.
Around the carriage, there were several guards dressed in black and holding long swords. They looked serious, stood tall, and scanned the surroundings with sharp eyes, as if they were ready to deal with any possible danger at any time.
Lin Shuwan's eyes flickered slightly, he lowered the curtain, and said to Chunyu, "Let's go to Linglang Tower."
Chunyu knew that her young lady was in a bad mood today and didn't want to stay in the Marquis' Mansion. She came out specifically to relax, so she didn't ask anything else. She lifted the curtain of the carriage, stuck her head out and spoke to the coachman.
The carriage moved slowly towards the location of Linglang Tower.
Linglanglou is a jewelry store, which happens to be opposite Hexiangju.
As the carriages started moving, many of the carriages that were originally blocking the way dispersed, and Lin Shuwan and Qin Zhao's carriages began to move one after the other.
The carriage stopped at Linglang Tower.
Lin Shuwan got off the carriage with Chunyu's help.
Lin Shuwan was about to enter Linglang Tower with Chunyu when he suddenly heard a chuckle behind him, followed by a mocking remark: "Isn't this the Crown Prince's Consort from the Marquis of Jing'an's Mansion? The Marquis' Mansion is taking in a concubine today and holding a big wedding. I didn't expect the Crown Prince's Consort to have time to hang out outside."
As soon as Qin Zhao's carriage stopped at the gate of Hexiangju, he heard the words "Crown Prince's Consort of Jing'an Marquis' Mansion". He paused and turned to look over.
The sun was shining brightly, and the breeze was blowing. A woman in light blue brocade stood quietly on the steps at the entrance of Linglang Tower, her figure particularly eye-catching in the sun.
The woman's hair was carefully combed into a bun, which made her look dignified and elegant. Her face was small and delicate, only the size of a palm, and her facial features were just right and delicate and beautiful.
Especially those big, watery eyes, clear and bright, like a spring, revealing the inner tranquility and gentleness. Overall, she has both a tranquil temperament and a charming charm, which makes people intoxicated.
The light blue brocade dress wrapped around her petite and exquisite body, which was slender and graceful with beautiful curves and curves, like a dancing fairy, and every movement was full of agility and elegance.
Her skin was as white as snow, as delicate as silk, and exuded a light luster. The corners of her mouth were slightly raised, with a faint smile, like a flower blooming in spring, exuding a charming fragrance. The shallow dimples added a bit of sweetness and playfulness, making people want to get close to her.
The breeze gently brushed across her cheeks, blowing up a few strands of hair, adding a bit of elegance and agility. She raised her head slightly, and the sunlight shone on her, making her figure dreamy and illusory, like a beautiful painting.
Qin Zhao's eyes froze, staring straight at Lin Shuwan's face. This face was very unfamiliar, but the facial features were particularly familiar when taken individually.
Suddenly thinking of a possibility, his heart began to ripple like a stone thrown into a calm lake. As the ripples grew bigger, his heart began to become excited, as if an irresistible force was surging in his heart.
Is it her?
His face darkened slightly, and his deep black eyes stared at the woman opposite him.
Lin Shuwan turned around and saw a woman in a green shirt walking towards him with a look of contempt on her face.
Lin Shuwan recognized this woman. She was the daughter of a famous family in Beijing, and had always had a grudge against Lin Shuwan. Seeing Lin Shuwan at this moment, she naturally would not miss the opportunity to ridicule him.
Lin Shuwan sneered in her heart. She knew that this woman had always been jealous and resentful of her, but she didn't care about it. She raised her chin slightly and answered in a neither humble nor arrogant manner:
"It's Miss Li! There is indeed a happy event in the Marquis' Mansion today, but as the Crown Prince's Consort, I naturally need some private space to relax. But Miss Li, why are you here today? Are you here to hang out as well?"
Lin Shuwan's words made the woman's face change. She didn't expect Lin Shuwan to respond to her so directly. But she quickly regained her composure and continued to sneer:
"Humph, I was just passing by here, but I didn't expect to run into you, the Crown Prince's Consort. But since you mentioned the happy event of the Marquis's Mansion, I would like to ask, as the Crown Prince's Consort, what do you think of this wedding? After all, this is a big event for the Marquis of Jing'an's Mansion!"
Lin Shuwan heard the provocation in the woman's words, but she remained calm. She smiled and said, "Thank you for your concern, Miss Li. I naturally wish you a happy event. As for other matters, please don't bother Miss Li."
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Chapter 20
After the host binds to the childbearing system, one baby will be born.
Lin Shuwan's answer surprised the woman. She thought Lin Shuwan would be irritated by her and reveal his flaws. But Lin Shuwan was very calm and composed, which made her feel a little bored. So she looked at Lin Shuwan coldly and turned away.
Lin Shuwan looked at the woman's back as she left, her lips slightly raised, revealing a faint smile. She sighed softly, secretly relieved.
However, at this moment, Lin Shuwan suddenly felt a strong gaze staring at her. She raised her head and her eyes met Qin Zhao's deep and oppressive eyes.
Lin Shuwan frowned slightly, and a hint of displeasure and doubt flashed in her eyes. The man's gaze was too hot and direct, with a strong desire to explore and possess, as if he wanted to penetrate her.
The feeling of being stared at so directly made Lin Shuwan feel a little uncomfortable and offended.
However, this familiar face made Lin Shuwan unable to help but excitedly pour out his heart to Bao Jie'er.
"Ahhhh, Baojie, it's Qin Zhao! I saw the Qin Zhao of the real world!"
"So handsome! A mature and handsome uncle."
Bao Jieer said proudly: [Sister, I am right, right? Follow Bao Jieer and I will take you to eat delicious food, drink spicy drinks, and sleep with a good-looking and strong man~]
Lin Shuwan felt inexplicably shy when she heard this. She hastily withdrew her gaze, and her heartbeat accelerated involuntarily. She tried to stay calm, turned around calmly and walked into Linglang Tower. She completely treated Qin Zhao as a stranger, and her eyes were very strange.
Qin Zhao looked at her back, his lips tightly pursed, and his eyes were filled with dark currents. Then, he turned around and walked into Hexiangju.
Qin Zhao sat quietly in Hexiangju, playing with a fan in her hand, her eyes fixed on the teacup in front of her that was emitting heat, and the figure of Lin Shuwan lingered in her mind.
Those eyes and that figure really look like the woman in my dream.
Qin Zhao closed his eyes, but finally couldn't help but raised his hand to call the secret guards: "Go check on the concubine of Marquis Jing'an, no matter how big or small, everything is required."
"Yes." The secret guard took the order and quickly left to investigate.
Lin Shuwan walked into Linglang Tower in a panic. The beautiful and lingering dream she had before emerged in her mind, and she almost tripped and fell.
"Miss?" Fortunately, Chunyu beside her swiftly supported Lin Shuwan and looked up at her in confusion.
Lin Shuwan chuckled: "Nothing.
"Princess, you are here." The steward came forward immediately upon seeing Lin Shuwan.
Linglanglou is Lin Shuwan's dowry shop, and it was also left to her by the original owner's mother. It has good business performance and is considered a place frequented by noble ladies in the capital.
"Yeah." Lin Shuwan nodded, and took the manager to the room upstairs. He looked at the account book for a while, and discussed the matters in the store with the manager. Half an hour passed, and everything was fine, so Lin Shuwan took Chunyu downstairs.
As soon as she went downstairs, she saw Qin Zhao looking at jewelry. Perhaps she heard footsteps, Qin Zhao turned around and looked over. Their eyes met, and the emotions hidden in each other's eyes quickly reached Lin Shuwan's mind.
Lin Shuwan lowered his eyes slightly, without looking at Qin Zhao again, and walked straight past Qin Zhao. He immediately smelled the familiar sweet scent in his dream.
The emotions in Qin Zhao's eyes surged even more violently.
is her!
When Lin Shuwan turned around, a triumphant smile appeared on the corner of her mouth. She took Chunyu to the carriage of the Marquis' Mansion without even looking at Qin Zhao inside.
Qin Zhao looked at Lin Shuwan's carriage going away, exhaled deeply, and then frowned slightly.
She looked at him with a strange look, as if she didn't know him at all.
They were so close in the dream and did the things they loved to do, but now she has no impression of him at all.
Qin Zhao felt a sense of inexplicable loss in her heart. How could she not know him?
Liu Youxi looked at Qin Zhao's unpredictable expression, stepped forward cautiously, and asked respectfully: "Sir, it's getting late, it's time to return to the palace.
Qin Zhao said "hmm" with an unclear emotion and returned to the palace with his people.
...
Lin Shuwan returned to the Marquis' Mansion and first went to pay her respects to the Marquis's wife, and then presented the newest jewelry she had obtained from Linglang Tower to her.
Madam Hou was depressed and sat there with a gloomy face. She was very dissatisfied with Lin Shuwan for returning home so late, especially when she learned that the matter of taking a concubine today had caused such a huge momentum and even attracted the attention of the whole capital, which made her feel worse.
She glared at Lin Shuwan fiercely and said in a cold tone:
"Lin Shuwan, kneel down! I want to ask you, why did you let Aunt Qing use an eight-man sedan chair, bright red wedding dresses, and ceremonial music to welcome you into the mansion? Now the whole capital knows about this matter. Tomorrow there will definitely be many censors who will impeach our Jing'an Marquis Mansion.
You knew that this was against the rules, so why didn't you persuade the prince in advance? Where do you think the reputation of our Jing'an Marquisate is?"
Lin Shuwan lowered his head and knelt down obediently. He listened to Madam Hou's words, rolled his eyes, and said in a bitter tone:
"Mother-in-law, calm down. The prince used the ceremonial procession of his wife to welcome her back. The daughter-in-law felt that it was not in accordance with etiquette, but the prince insisted. The bridal sedan, ceremonial procession, and bright red wedding dress were all arranged by the prince. As the saying goes, if you become a nun, you should obey your husband. The daughter-in-law has no way to interfere or ask about it.
Besides, the prince's love for Miss Qingluan is so touching and known to everyone in the world, and everyone is happy to talk about it. The daughter-in-law also wants to help the prince and Miss Qingluan."
Madam Hou knew it was her son's idea and didn't want to let Qingluan, that bitch, down. But now she couldn't control her son, so she could only vent her anger on Lin Shuwan.
"That's also your problem!" Madam Hou didn't want to listen to Lin Shuwan's feet anymore, so she directly punished him and said, "You go to the ancestral hall and kneel for one night, and reflect on your mistakes."
Lin Shuwan sneered in his heart, raised his head and looked at him with tears in his eyes, then stopped talking.
The Marquis's wife waved her hand.
Nanny Su stepped forward, stretched out her hand to pull Lin Shuwan up, and said coldly: "Let's go, Crown Princess, I will take you to the ancestral hall."
Lin Shuwan thought back to the night he first arrived, when he woke up in the ancestral hall.
It's an old place, and with Baojie accompanying her, she is not afraid!
Lin Shuwan didn't even have dinner, so she was locked up in the ancestral hall by Nanny Su and made to kneel. Then she sent two people to guard the door of the hall and forbade anyone to bring her food or drinks.
Lin Shuwan sat cross-legged on the ground, looking at the tablet and white candles not far away. She put her hand on her chin and said to Bao Jieer, "Bao Jieer, do you think I should enter Qin Zhao's dream tonight?"
Bao Jie'er: [As far as I know, Qin Zhao has sent someone to investigate you. It is estimated that they will soon be able to obtain all your information. If you show your face tonight, you can also cultivate feelings for him in advance and sleep with him openly! Have a baby soon and return my points soon! ]