Chapter 59 The Crown Princess is Pregnant

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the Crown Princess arrived late in a bright yellow palace dress.

Bright yellow is a color that in the Qing Dynasty could only be used by the crown prince and the crown princess, except for the emperor, empress, queen mother and other people at the top of the pyramid. It was a symbol of noble status.

The sun is shining brightly today, and the mottled light and shadows are cast on the Crown Princess's clothes, making them colorful and dazzling. As soon as she appears, she achieves the effect of being the most beautiful among all the beauties.

The flower hall, which had been a bit noisy at first, gradually became quiet, and the eyes of the noble ladies were all fixed on the Crown Princess.

That dress seemed to have a special magic that made people yearn for it and even want to wear it at all costs.

Dong E rolled her eyes and muttered quietly: "What are you showing off!"

Even as they said this, they bowed their heads honestly. Everyone bowed their heads and saluted: "Greetings to the Crown Princess."

Guaerjia was very satisfied with the effect of her appearance. After everyone saluted, she raised her hand and said, "Everyone, please stand up. This is just a flower viewing banquet. There is no need to be so polite."

"This was discovered by my brother accidentally. There is a merchant who is very good at taking care of flowers and plants. Please have a look." The Crown Princess pointed at the peonies scattered in the flower room. "In addition to Yao Huang, Wei Zi, Zhao Fen, there are even rare and precious varieties such as Bai Xue Ta and Qing Long Wo Mo Chi."

The Crown Princess stood with a smile on her face: "I cannot bear to hide such a beautiful scene in the deep palace, so I specially invite you all to come and enjoy it together, so as not to waste these blooming flowers."

As soon as Guaerjia finished speaking, the wives of officials from the prince's family began to flatter her. The back and forth was quite lively.

The concubines in the Eastern Palace were supposed to welcome and see off guests, but being ordered around by the Crown Princess like palace maids, with no duties to them, had a different meaning in the eyes of the other ladies.

Among them is the prince's favorite concubine, Li Jia, the mother of the two princes. She is a strong rival of the prince's wife, but today she was so obedient that she didn't even pretend to be sick. This is really strange.

The wife of Prince Zhi, Zhang Jia, turned her head away to admire the flowers and refused to socialize with the other noble ladies. Behind her followed four golden flowers, each one more pretty and charming than the other, with skin as white as snow, but their expressions were all cast in the same mold, without even a trace of smile.

Guaerjia's eyes lit up when she saw Zhangjia's, and she spoke loudly, "Sister-in-law is so lucky. Now she has four daughters and one son. Every day she is very busy and makes people envious. Unlike me, I don't have such good fortune."

Zhang Jia took a deep breath and spoke softly, "What the Crown Princess said is true. Not only am I blessed, but Hongxi and Hongjin are also favored by the Emperor. This is something that others cannot even ask for."

Guaerjia was stabbed and felt unhappy, but then she remembered her good news and straightened her back: "As for the favor, with Prince Honghui here, there is no place for other grandchildren."

Yihuan was a little puzzled. Even if the Crown Princess had an heir, she was so rampant when she didn't know whether it was a boy or a girl. What good would it be for her to provoke her sisters-in-law one by one?

Yihuan asked back, "Honghui is also acting according to the emperor's order. Could it be that the Crown Princess is dissatisfied with the emperor by saying this?"

Seeing the Crown Princess's pale face and speechless, Yihuan felt bored again. What was the point of arguing all day long? It would easily alert the enemy and make people vigilant.

"It was just a joke. Fourth brother's wife is really sincere." Guaerjia said with some embarrassment.

"Please forgive me, Crown Princess. This involves Honghui, and I am always too nervous." Yihuan also took a step back and thought, "To be honest, I am not well-informed. I have never seen so many varieties of peonies, especially the one with the Azure Dragon Lying in the Ink Pond. Just by hearing the name, I feel that it is not a common thing."

The Crown Princess suppressed the anger in her heart and said, "What's the point of this? Just take it away, sister-in-law."

"Thank you, Her Majesty the Crown Princess, for your reward." Yihuan bowed deeply. The Crown Princess felt much better when she saw Yihuan bowing her head in front of her.

Seeing this, Dong E took the opportunity to attack the snake: "My Lady Crown Princess, my sister-in-law likes this pot of Yao Huang." "Well, a few people came today to ask for money." The Crown Princess smiled and the atmosphere eased, "Today, I will be a rich man."

Dong E and Yihuan squinted their eyes, expressing their excitement about receiving a pot of fine flowers from the Crown Princess.

Suddenly, the Crown Princess, who was speaking, frowned and retched. The palace maid who followed her immediately brought a plate of sour plums, and another palace maid moved the flowerpot away.

"Your Highness, your symptoms could mean... you're pregnant?" a sharp-eyed noblewoman blurted out.

Guaerjia was very satisfied with the result. She smiled and touched her belly which was not yet showing any signs of pregnancy. "It is already three months. The prince said that he would wait until the pregnancy is stable before announcing it to the public. Today, I have let all the ladies see it in advance."

"The relationship between the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess is truly the envy of others. They are truly a loving couple." There was another wave of flattery. The Crown Princess listened with a blushing face. From time to time, her eyes swept over Li Jia who was still standing. She felt very happy.

That’s how it should be. I sit while you stand, and in the future your children will have to kneel at the feet of my children.

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Fortunately, with this basin of green dragon lying in the ink pool, Yihuan felt that the trip was worthwhile.

Yu Xiao whispered to Yi Huan, "Fu Jin, just now when you went to change your clothes, I was waiting outside and saw the two princes Hong Xi and Hong Jin. They were standing outside the hall and staring at Li Jia Gege. I could see that they looked unhappy."

"If the Crown Princess gives birth to a boy this time, they will have a hard time." Yihuan shook her head. This was the Eastern Palace's business, and Kangxi was watching it personally. They were just spectators.

When Li Jia was in great favor, she never thought that the Crown Princess would one day turn the tables.

For men of this era, having a legitimate son is an obsession.

Yihuan looked at Yuxiao and realized that she had overlooked something: "You are now old enough to get married. Do you have a tacit understanding with someone? Bring them to me and let me see them."

Yu Xiao knelt down in front of Yi Huan with a plop and said, "Fu Jin, I will not marry you. I have made up my mind to serve you in the future."

"What are you talking about!" Yihuan disagreed. In her previous life, older women who did not get married would also be criticized.

Yihuan feels that if she can strike a balance between love and career, her life will not be in vain. Of course, this was in her previous life.

In today's era, it is so difficult for a woman to live alone. Yu Xiao is still so young, how could she have such a desolate idea.

"Just tell me if you have any difficulties. We have been master and servant for so long that I can still make the decision for you." Yihuan said softly.

Yu Xiao's tone was too angry. "My family is poor, and I sold my contract. Fortunately, I can serve Mrs. Fu, and I have never been scolded. My food and clothing are much better than those outside. My parents found out, and sent someone to ask for my monthly salary so that my younger brother can get married."

"If it's a daughter, sell her. If it's a son, keep him." Yu Xiao said resolutely, "My money has nothing to do with them. They won't give it to me even if I throw it into the water."

"If I were to marry into a family of in-laws, I would be exploited by my brothers. It is better for me to be at my master's side." Yu Xiao kowtowed to Yi Huan, "Please don't chase me away, okay?"

Yihuan motioned her to get up quickly: "This is not a difficult thing. Look at the servants around the master and see if there is one you like. They are quiet in the mansion, but I know they are very powerful outside. Moreover, many of them are good citizens. If you marry them, you will be the mistress of the house."

Yu Xiao shook her head: "I dare to say that you are just randomly matching couples. They can even marry the daughters of minor officials. I don't have that blessing."

Yihuan nodded when she heard that, which meant she thought about it.