Yu Jingchen did not summon new consorts that night and stayed in the He An Palace. However, considering Nan Zhixun's condition, Yu Jingchen did not force her for any intimacy.
But...
"Your Majesty~" Nan Zhixun leaned against Yu Jingchen's chest, her eyes red-rimmed, looking as if she had been greatly wronged.
"I'll help you wash, hmm?" Yu Jingchen kissed Nan Zhixun's forehead.
"It's sore~ I can't even lift my hands..." Nan Zhixun felt her arms were too weak to lift, and... the sensation was not good, sticky and wet.
Yu Jingchen chuckled and had water brought in, then carefully wiped Nan Zhixun clean. Nan Zhixun was too weak to lift her hands, they didn't feel like her own anymore.
"All done." Yu Jingchen put the cloth back. Nan Zhixun was too tired to lift her hand.
"Tired?" Yu Jingchen found Nan Zhixun's weary look amusing.
"Mm, sleepy~" Nan Zhixun closed her eyes. Yu Jingchen sighed. This girl truly loved to sleep; he wondered how much time she spent sleeping every day.
Watching the young girl slowly fall asleep against him, Yu Jingchen's heart softened. He held her gently in his arms, ensuring she could sleep comfortably. As for himself... Yu Jingchen softly held Nan Zhixun's hand and began to massage it.
Meanwhile
Bai Yusheng, pale-faced, remained in her palace. Upon hearing that Yu Jingchen had stayed in He An Palace that day, her expression turned ferocious. If not for Nan Zhixun, why would she have been treated so by Yu Jingchen? However... Bai Yusheng dared not act against Nan Zhixun directly.
Her hand slowly moved to her abdomen. She had only drunk one bowl, and she had bled profusely. It was clear how heartless and decisive Yu Jingchen was. The dosage of that medicine was unbearable for anyone. Forget about pregnancy, it had likely severely damaged her body, leaving her in a sorry state for the future.
She was unwilling... unwilling!!! But she could do nothing now. Moreover, the "imperial favor" she received upon entering the palace had now completely dragged her into a quagmire. She entered the palace with the highest rank among the newcomers and was now a Jieyu.
Not only was she "favored" by the Empress Dowager, but His Majesty also "valued" her exceptionally. She was summoned on the very first night, promoted to Jieyu, and bestowed with numerous rewards. After serving him, she didn't even need to attend morning greetings, which showed how much attention she commanded now...
"Jieyu, you should rest. It's most important to nurture your health." The palace maids could not help but offer advice.
"Did Yu Yan, that fool, throw a tantrum today because His Majesty stayed in He An Palace?" Bai Yusheng's demeanor had become sinister compared to before.
"Yes, it is said that Concubine Jing smashed several cups upon hearing the news." The palace maid replied respectfully.
"She's a fool, but she should be a useful fool... She's going to die sooner or later, and I'd be happy to send her on her way!" Bai Yusheng's beautiful face was now terribly contorted. The palace maids dared not speak. When Bai Yusheng returned last night, she was on the verge of death. After waking, her temperament changed drastically, and they could only serve her with utmost caution.
Before, they all thought this Mistress Bai was gentle and polite. When she was first summoned on her first night, they all believed they had followed a good mistress. Who would have thought it would turn out like this? Especially the way this Jieyu Bai appeared now. Indeed, women in the harem put on a different face for show.