Chapter 370 Crown Princess 34
Sheng Huan heard this and touched his belly.
Feeling the movement below was more active than before, she smiled and nodded: "This time, I will leave the care of my baby to the two imperial doctors."
"I will do my best. Don't worry, Crown Princess. You are in good health and the baby is well taken care of. Both mother and child will be safe."
Before Sheng Huan could say anything, several palace maids were visibly relieved and their happiness was beyond words.
With the imperial physician accompanying them, everyone in Jinxiu Residence felt much more at ease, and the palace maids and eunuchs continued to work.
It was almost afternoon when Sheng Huan was helped to change into a palace dress. The orange dress made her look elegant and bright.
While looking in the mirror, Sheng Huan saw Yinreng's figure in the bronze mirror.
Yinreng naturally noticed that Sheng Huan was looking at him. He smiled at the bronze mirror and strode over.
"How are you preparing?"
Sheng Huan raised his eyebrows and inserted the hairpin into his hair: "It's almost done, why is Your Highness back?"
Yinreng quickly walked behind Sheng Huan, hugged her from behind with his hands, and pressed his chest against hers, bringing a slight warmth. The man's big hand had already skillfully landed on her bulging belly.
"I will come back to pick you up. We will go to the Palace of Heavenly Purity together later."
Tonight is New Year's Eve, and it is a family dinner, so the dinner is held in the Qianqing Palace. Although the Qianqing Palace is very close to the Yuqing Palace, the weather is cold and the roads are slippery, so he really didn't feel comfortable letting her go there alone, so he came back.
Hearing this, she tilted her cheek slightly and rubbed the man's face, which was close at hand. Her eyes were dark and shiny, like black pearls shining underwater, clean and clear. Her voice was soft in laughter, as if she was acting coquettishly:
"Thank you for coming to pick me up, Your Highness."
"It's nothing." Yinreng felt tickled by her rubbing, and his heart softened, especially the delicate touch, which was really like the finest silk. The voice also sweetened his heart. He smiled and shook his head:
"What did the imperial physician say? How is Chu Hua feeling?"
"Dr. Zhao and the others said that my body is in very good condition and the due date is coming soon. I will probably give birth in the next few days."
Yinreng heard this and touched his wife's belly again: "I have already told Doctor Zhao and Doctor Li that they will not leave you at all tonight. If you feel any discomfort, remember to tell me."
"Don't worry, Your Highness. I know everything."
Yinreng hummed, hiding the worry between his brows. The imperial physician said there was nothing wrong, and besides, the Qianqing Palace was the emperor's territory, so there must be nothing wrong.
If this wasn't New Year's Eve and the first grand family dinner after Chuhuan got married, and the two palaces were so close that it wouldn't take even half a cup of tea, and the Emperor and the Empress would both be present and would both want to see the Crown Princess, he would have wanted to give up.
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The Qianqing Palace is one of the three centers of the inner court and the residence of Emperor Kangxi. The guards here are extremely strict. However, because today is New Year's Eve, this strictness does add a bit of joy and liveliness.
At this time, many princes' wives had already arrived at the scene.
"Where's my second brother? Why can't I see him?"
The tenth prince Yin? was next to his ninth brother Yin'er. He looked around with his eyes rolling around, but when he saw no one, he scratched his head suspiciously.
"Crown Prince? He must be with the Emperor right now." Upon hearing this, the eldest prince snorted.
The prince did not have to move out of the palace to build his own residence, so he was naturally closer to the emperor and had more time to be close to him. Unlike them, who moved out of the palace to build their own residences after their wedding, although they had freedom, they always felt that something was missing.
When several princes heard this, they pretended not to hear it. After all, their eldest brother often did this and they were used to it.
"The Crown Prince is here, the Crown Princess is here!"
Just then, outside, the eunuch's announcement was heard.
The eldest prince was a little surprised. The prince was not with the emperor?
Everyone subconsciously looked outside the door and saw a man and a woman walking in.
Then the eldest prince saw that the prince, who was always dignified and elegant but actually arrogant, was actually supporting the woman beside him with his head slightly lowered. He didn't know what he was saying, but the woman had a slight smile on her face.
The eldest prince was puzzled.
Then, they saw that the prince actually took off the cloak for the princess himself.
The movements were gentle but smooth, as if they had been done countless times.
"Second brother, second sister-in-law."
Several brothers and their wives came over and nodded slightly in greeting.
Sheng Huan and Yinreng nodded slightly, and Yinreng casually handed the cloak in his hand to Fang Jiusheng behind him.
The Fourth Concubine, Ulanara, had sharp eyes. When she saw the cloak handed out, her eyes moved slightly. This cloak seemed to be a reward from the Emperor’s father to the Crown Prince. There were only three sets in the palace, and she saw one set at the Empress Dowager’s place. Unexpectedly, the Crown Prince’s set ended up being made into the Second Sister-in-law’s cloak.
She turned her eyes slightly, and felt a little bitter when she thought that her second sister-in-law had established herself firmly on her feet as soon as she entered the Eastern Palace, not to mention having a child.
She has been married to her grandfather, but they still have no children.
"Second brother, were you going back to the East Palace to pick up second sister-in-law just now?" The Ninth Prince's eyes moved between Yinreng and Sheng Huan, as if he was joking.
Yinreng did not refute, but only said: "Your second sister-in-law is in a heavy body."
Upon hearing this, Sheng Huan glanced at Yinreng as if a little embarrassed, and his dignified brows slightly frowned.
Yinreng smiled, as if he saw something. He stretched out his hand and naturally straightened his wife's wrinkled collar.
When several princes and their wives saw this, a hint of surprise flashed across their eyes.
Unexpectedly, the relationship between the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess seems to be really good, otherwise the movements would not be so skillful. Moreover, judging from the appearance of the Second Sister-in-law, she seems to be used to it as well.
After sitting down at the table, several men were talking, and several sisters-in-law were also talking to Sheng Huan.
"Second sister-in-law, your belly looks quite big. Are you going to give birth?" The third wife, Dong E, glanced at Sheng Huan's belly and was a little curious.
Sheng Huan nodded: "The imperial physician said it will be soon, in the next few days."
"That would be truly auspicious. If he comes out during the New Year, he can celebrate the New Year with us." The Fourth Lady replied cheerfully.
The first wife didn't say anything, but touched her belly which was only a month pregnant and had not been announced. She just hoped that she could successfully give birth to a legitimate son. Otherwise, thinking of her master and Concubine Hui, her eyes darkened, but she couldn't help but look at Sheng Huan's belly...
Sheng Huan lowered his head, pretending not to see her gaze, and smiled gently: "Fourth brother's wife is right, it's just right to celebrate the New Year."
Emperor Kangxi now has several princes, but including Sheng Huan, there are only four of them who have married their first wives.
Although they are sisters-in-law, they have only met each other a few times and are not very familiar with each other.
"Your Majesty has arrived, and the Empress Dowager has arrived!"
Before they said a few words, there was a burst of whipping sounds from outside. A large group of people reacted and knelt down.
Yinreng was originally sitting next to Sheng Huan. When she stood up, he held Sheng Huan firmly with his big hands. He was worried that she would fall, and he was also supporting her to make her feel better.
Sheng Huan noticed his kindness and winked at him. Yinreng nodded slightly, with sweetness in his eyes.
The First Lady saw this scene and frowned. Her emotions towards Sheng Huan were actually very complicated. Naturally, she was always paying attention to her. Now, seeing that the Crown Prince cared about her so much, she felt even more uncomfortable. The Crown Princess seemed to be living a really good life, very happy and relaxed.
When the two of them are together, everything around them seems to be relaxed.
As for her, the first wife thought, although the eldest prince was very good to her and even didn't like to visit his concubines, but... she felt that she was not very happy.
"Your Highness, Your Majesty, the Queen Mother!"
Naturally, no one knew what the eldest lady was thinking, and they all greeted her in unison.
"Today is a family dinner, no need to be polite, please take a seat."
Sitting high up, Kangxi said casually. After sitting down, he looked in the direction of Yinreng and Sheng Huan.
"The Crown Princess is about to give birth. I just got some ginseng supplements from my storehouse. You two can take them back with you when you return. If you need anything, just go to the Ministry of Internal Affairs."
At the banquet, when everyone heard this, no one knew what they were thinking, but they still had smiles on their faces.
"Thank you, Father Huang."
Yinreng and Sheng Huan stood up at the same time, and Yinreng's hand under the table subconsciously supported Sheng Huan.
Kangxi waved his hand, not knowing whether he saw it or not: "Everyone, sit down. No need to go through all that formality."
The banquet began soon, with stringed instruments and music, singing and dancing, it was very lively.
At the banquet, eunuchs and palace maids on Sheng Huan's side often brought new dishes, which were steaming hot compared to those on other tables.
Concubine Hui was sitting not far away from Sheng Huan. She coldly watched the Crown Prince pick up food for the Crown Princess and their warm atmosphere. She felt more and more aggrieved in her heart, and her eyes unconsciously showed a little bit of resentment.
Then, the woman who was eating snacks suddenly raised her eyes and looked over.
When Concubine Hui met the woman's eyes, she was slightly startled, but quickly forced a smile. Sheng Huan also nodded slightly, curled his lips and looked away, but that smile was quite meaningful.
She leaned close to Yinreng and whispered, "Concubine Hui is watching us."