"It has indeed grown quite a bit. Children grow so quickly; you can notice some differences every day."
"I heard from my mother, there’s an old saying: children are born without worries, but they grow worry-free. Right now, still in my belly, the child can’t stretch its arms and legs, but once born, it grows very fast. Your Majesty, look at our Second Princess; she can already stand firmly while holding Nanny Ji’s hand."
Whenever the Second Princess is mentioned, Lin Wanyi’s mouth can’t help but smile.
One must admit, Second Aunt’s Golden Needle technique is truly remarkable, coupled with Doctor Dou’s diligent care, the Second Princess is in increasingly better condition.
Not only is there no discernible difference from ordinary people, Lin Wanyi even feels her body is quite sturdy and robust.
In another month, she will be almost one year old. Looking at her now, she’s not only clever and smart, but also lively and active.
Both Nanny Ji and the wet nurse, who take care of her closely, find it somewhat strenuous.
Therefore, at Lin Wanyi’s behest, Qiu Ming selected a steady Chief Palace Maid to serve at Xianyi Palace.
She’s twenty years old this year and named Yunxiang.
"Last year’s full month I couldn’t accompany the Second Princess, but this year’s first birthday, I must make up for it."
The Emperor has some reservations about the Second Princess’s birth chart.
But after all, she’s his child and has been through so much, so he’s already come to terms with it.
Instead, his mind is more on Lin Wanyi’s pregnancy.
But Lin Wanyi knows the Emperor is still somewhat concerned.
Twins are inherently unlucky in the Imperial Family unless it’s a boy and a girl, so the Emperor once silently prayed.
Even if they weren’t, he’s not anxious anymore.
Because everything necessary had been arranged.
Lin Wanyi was under house arrest, so some news didn’t reach her.
The Emperor, however, thinks there’s nothing serious, especially as it might be beneficial later, so he shared some information with her.
"Noble Lady Bai has been pregnant for over three months."
Hearing this, Lin Wanyi’s smile froze in surprise.
Lin Wanyi’s question brought a trace of displeasure to the Emperor.
Seeing the Emperor’s slightly angered expression, Lin Wanyi quickly realized.
"Is Noble Lady Bai’s child not yours?"
"Humph, as if she could?"
Mentioning this, a murderous flash flickered in the Emperor’s eyes.
An audacious person who dared to attempt to mix royal bloodlines.
If not for Lin Wanyi’s twins, he would have had her dealt with.
Her presence now is merely borrowing her name.
Should they indeed be two Princes, naturally one might "be sent away."
Lin Wanyi’s mind was full of questions; Noble Lady Bai was once such a proud person, how could it be?
Could it be she changed during her confinement at Changning Palace?
She looked up at the Emperor, waiting for his answer.
After a moment, the Emperor slowly spoke.
"Do you remember Master Zhiyuan entering the palace to perform the ritual at the end of February?"
"The child belongs to one of the young monks. He and Noble Lady Bai were once acquaintances, and after she entered the palace, he angrily became a monk. Who knew they would meet again briefly in the palace, rekindling their past affection, leading to a child."
The Emperor never favored Noble Lady Bai; her pregnancy now openly declares she made him a cuckold.
She shouldn’t have been so foolish as to keep the child, right?
This is asking to be handled.
"Where did the news come from? Chu Daying?"
"Hmm, the two of them live in the same palace. Chu Daying kept a watch on this matter, and thus it erupted."
Lin Wanyi didn’t even need to imagine how lively it was outside.
A palace concubine without favor being three months pregnant is simply outlandish.
This is a matter severe enough to punish nine generations.
Noble Lady Bai must be terrified.
"She probably wonders why I vouched for her, claiming she once received favor."
Unusual occurrences indicate trouble.
This is an eternal truth.
Unfortunately, Noble Lady Bai lacks power in the palace and has no one to lean on outside.
She encountered such an opportunity and "thrived" again.
Not only regained her status as Bai Pin but also was granted the main hall at Changning Palace.
Moreover, a continuous stream of rewards and supplements flowed into her palace.
It infuriated Chu Daying, turning her eyes red with anger.
"I’ve already ordered Chu Daying to help take care of Noble Lady Bai’s fetus. With her jealousy of Noble Lady Bai, just watch, naturally there will be a show."
The Emperor is unmistakably averse to betrayal.
Especially when being cuckolded openly in the palace, no one would tolerate that.
Therefore, for Noble Lady Bai... no, Bai Pin, her time is surely limited.
Thinking of this, Lin Wanyi couldn’t help but sigh.
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But for her own child’s sake, hoping to accumulate more blessings, Lin Wanyi spoke.
"Your Majesty, if that child could be born safely, could he be spared? No matter what, his arrival helped shield my unborn children from some calamity. If we really..."
"I understand, I didn’t intend to trouble a child. If he can be born smoothly, he will be sent to Baolin Temple. Master Zhiyuan is a virtuous monk and will know what to do."
As for the handling, it’s not something the Emperor cares about.
Hearing this, Lin Wanyi felt more touched.
She doesn’t know why, but she increasingly feels the Emperor has softened compared to before.
Perhaps because he’s about to become a father again, so he considers many things.
"It’s truly wonderful to be with Your Majesty."
She nestled into the Emperor’s arms, feeling the overwhelming heat but not the slightest irritation, instead finding a deep sense of peace.
Days rushed by, and soon it was time for everyone to set off to the traveling palace to escape the summer heat.
Lin Wanyi was confined, naturally unable to go.
And last year’s list did not include Lin Guifei or Princess Consort Lan; instead, there was a powerful Empress Dowager and Chu Daying tasked with caring for the fetus.
Princess Consort Yi seized the opportunity to speak favorably before the Emperor.
Thus, the "obedient" Chu Daying was reinstated to her position as Lady Chu.
Once the grand entourage left for the traveling palace, Lin Wanyi felt the palace quieted a lot.
For some reason, even the weather felt less stifling.
That afternoon, she sat on the bed, eating chilled watermelon, watching Yunxiang help the Second Princess learn to walk.
Toddling back and forth amusingly.
Now the Second Princess, dressed in a cool summer outfit, appeared fair and cute.