Chapter 955: Chapter 955: The Stand-in Empress vs. the True Love Concubine (Part 20)
"You..." Gu Shengyin suddenly thought of something and was about to speak but abruptly stopped.
Clearly, she hesitated about the words she was about to say.
Yun Qi gently kissed her hair and tenderly asked, "What’s wrong?"
Gu Shengyin recalled his previous words about being open with each other about everything. She finally asked, "We’ve been married for so long, and there’s still no news. Are you feeling any pressure?"
It took Yun Qi a moment to understand what kind of "news" Gu Shengyin was referring to.
Children.
However, this silly girl didn’t know that a significant reason she hadn’t become pregnant was because of him.
Even without fully understanding this aspect, Yun Qi knew that having a child was a major deal for women.
Especially in ancient times, where medical standards were comparatively very low, it was like taking a trip to the Ghost Gate Pass.
She was only sixteen.
Younger girls faced greater danger during childbirth.
He had even secretly consulted an Imperial Physician, who assumed the Crown Prince was eager for an heir and explained all the precautions in detail.
Including some foods that should best be avoided as they would affect conception.
Yun Qi discreetly arranged for some specific dishes to be made in the Eastern Palace’s small kitchen.
The menus for the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess in the Eastern Palace’s small kitchen were absolutely confidential, so naturally, they would not be disclosed.
Therefore, no one ever suspected that the Crown Prince was using his own way to prevent the Crown Princess from having an heir too early.
The first reaction Yun Qi had upon hearing her words: Had someone caused Rourou distress over this matter?
His expression turned stern, and he asked, "Has someone been gossiping in front of you?"
Gu Shengyin shook her head, "No, it’s just my own speculation."
Yun Qi relaxed and held her a bit tighter, smiling as he said, "No such thing. How long have we been married? No one with eyes would bring this up."
Fearing Gu Shengyin would overthink, he continued, "And don’t worry. On the contrary, I think it’s quite nice for just the two of us right now. Once we have children, you won’t have the extra energy to spend with me."
When he said this, he was like an ordinary husband whining to his wife, without a trace of the dignity of a Crown Prince of a country.
Gu Shengyin’s heart was filled with infinite sweetness by this unrestrained affection.
Yun Qi then said, "Moreover, I’ve heard the Imperial Physician say that having children too early is not good for your health. I’m not in a hurry, so let’s take it slow..."
In the sleeping quarters, whispered conversations could faintly be heard, occasionally accompanied by the Crown Princess’s delighted laughter.
Clearly, the couple was enjoying a happy conversation.
Cai He looked up at the sky.
Yes, cloudless and a truly beautiful day.
The Thousand Autumns Festival of the Empress arrived amidst the Manufacturing Bureau’s meticulous preparations.
As a daughter-in-law, Gu Shengyin naturally arrived at the palace early.
"Zhaohua has arrived." The Empress was dressed lavishly today, the golden robe embroidered with coiling phoenixes exuding luxurious grandeur, and the nine-tailed phoenix hairpin with pearls on her head shone brightly.
Today’s Empress was so splendid that it was almost intimidating to gaze directly at her.
"For Mother’s Thousand Autumns, it’s only natural for your son and daughter-in-law to be the first to congratulate you." Gu Shengyin smiled mischievously.
She then glanced at the Empress and, acting somewhat plaintive, said, "I specially dressed up for today, but standing before Mother, who could possibly notice me?"
Her flattery made the Empress burst into laughter.
After her words, Gu Shengyin solemnly bowed towards the Empress, "I wish Mother a forever youthful presence and everlasting vitality like pine and cypress!"