Chapter 238: The Person Fuqiu Loves
Chapter 238: The Person Fuqiu Loves
Zhongcui Palace.
After listening to Xiao Mingzi's report, Shen Zhinian's eyes flashed with a faint light: "Not only did Noble Wen see through this situation, but he also took the opportunity to trick Noble Zhou to avenge the last ridicule."
"It seems that I have underestimated her in the past."
Tang Luochuan had instructed that pregnant women should not drink tea that is too strong, so there were no tea leaves in the teacup that Fuqiu handed to Shen Zhinian.
"The Jiang family has already lost Jiang Wange, and the Queen's health is like that. They don't have much time left. Concubine Wen was carefully selected by the Duke of Zhenguo from the family, so it's normal for her to be smart."
Shen Zhinian shook his head: "You don't understand..."
She had never underestimated Jiang Wange and knew that she was not stupid.
It was just that in the first few encounters, Jiang Wange gave her a very abrupt feeling, but now she was gradually able to keep her composure. It was as if she had adapted to the environment and began to show her true strength.
Shen Zhinian always felt that Jiang Wange must be hiding some secrets...
Xiao Mingzi asked, "My queen, if you are afraid of Noble Lady Wen, can you continue to attack her from other places?"
Shen Zhinian put down the teacup: "No need."
Before getting rid of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion, the emperor still needed Jiang Wange as a chess piece in order to confuse the Jiang family, and he would not let anyone touch her.
If she attacks too frequently, it will backfire.
But... you can ask someone else to do it.
Shen Zhinian curled his lips and smiled: "Secretly reveal the news to Concubine Zhou, let her know who is the one who tricked her this time."
Although Concubine Zhou didn't have much ability, she was pregnant with the royal heir and had Concubine Liu behind her. If she really wanted to cause trouble, she could still cause some trouble for Jiang Wange.
Let them fight!
"Slave, you obey!"
As soon as Xiao Mingzi left, Xia Feng came in and reported, "Madam, Imperial Doctor Tang is here to check your pulse."
"Invite him in."
Tang Luochuan put down the medicine box and bowed respectfully: "I pay my respects to Her Majesty Roupin. May Your Majesty be blessed with good health!"
Shen Zhinian smiled and said, "Thanks to the careful care of Imperial Doctor Tang over the past few months, not only has the heir grown well, but I have not been tortured by pregnancy reactions. Imperial Doctor Tang has made an invaluable contribution, so there is no need to be polite."
"Come here, give me a seat."
Fuqiu quickly moved a stool over and placed it next to Shen Zhinian so that Tang Luochuan could take his pulse.
Tang Luochuan didn't dare to look at Shen Zhinian's beautiful face, and hurriedly lowered his eyes: "Thank you, Madam."
He took out a silk handkerchief from the medicine box, placed it on Shen Zhinian's wrist, and began to take her pulse.
After a while, Tang Luochuan retracted his fingers, stood up and bowed, saying: "Please check your pulse this time. Your Majesty and the heir are still very healthy. You just need to take care of your body as usual."
"If your Majesty has no other instructions, I will take my leave."
Shen Zhinian nodded: "Send Doctor Tang out."
Handan wanted to step forward, but Fuqiu got there first.
When they reached the gate of Yonghe Palace, Tang Luochuan stopped and said, "Miss Fuqiu, please stay."
A blush flashed across Fuqiu's face, but she didn't know what to say to Tang Luochuan. She took a deep breath, mustered up the courage, and took out the things in her sleeves.
"Last time, my throat was uncomfortable, and it was thanks to Doctor Tang's loquat paste that I got better. I couldn't find a chance to thank you, so I embroidered this purse to express my gratitude."
"Please rest assured, Doctor Tang. I have already made this matter clear with the Majesty. This purse is a thank you gift, and it does not count as a private transaction!"
Tang Luochuan lowered his head to glance at the purse in Fuqiu's hand. The stitches were very fine and the embroidery was exquisite, which showed that the person who made it had put a lot of thought into it.
Looking up and meeting Fuqiu's sparkling eyes, Tang Luochuan's expression did not change much, and his tone was polite but distant.
"As an imperial physician, it is my duty to cure illnesses and save lives. The jar of loquat paste is just a piece of cake. Miss Fuqiu, you don't have to be polite. I appreciate your kindness, but there is no need for a thank you gift."
"I still have something to do in the Imperial Hospital. Goodbye."
Fuqiu's hands froze in mid-air, her eyes somewhat hurt: "Doctor Tang..."
Tang Luochuan did not stop because of her call.
Handan walked behind Fuqiu without knowing when, sighed, patted her shoulder and said comfortingly: "Everyone has gone far away, don't look at them anymore."
"We grew up together. Others can't see your feelings for Doctor Tang, but I know. Every time he comes to check the Queen's pulse, you will be much happier than usual that day."
"But Doctor Tang is an official, and he is highly valued in the Imperial Hospital, so he has a bright future. We are just slaves, how can we be worthy of him? You'd better not have such unrealistic fantasies..."
She didn't mean to discourage Fuqiu, she just didn't want her to be too sad.
Fuqiu, who was always steady, was now full of stubbornness: "If Doctor Tang had no interest in me, I would naturally not dare to have any hope. But you are using the difference in status and position to make me give up, but I don't agree with that."
"My mother taught us since we were young that our destiny is in our own hands. Even if we are in a quagmire, we must have an optimistic heart, so that we can change our lives."
"Who said that a slave can only be paired with a servant? A master can only be paired with a young lady? I just don't agree with this kind of matching principle!"
Handan was stunned for a moment.
She thought of the many ladies in the harem who were once palace maids. As long as they could catch the emperor's eye, they could become masters.
So it seems that it is not unreasonable for Fuqiu to be attracted to Doctor Tang...
"Then...you should work hard. If Imperial Doctor Tang is also interested in you, Her Majesty will definitely be willing to make the decision for you."
Although Fuqiu never showed any behavior that revealed her true feelings every time Tang Luochuan came to Zhongcui Palace, they grew up together, so how could Shen Zhinian not understand Fuqiu's admiring eyes.
With Shen Zhinian's current status, it would not be difficult to cancel Fuqiu's slavery and marry her to Tang Luochuan.
But both of them are her confidants. If the goddess has the intention but the king has no dream, forcing them together will only make them a pair of resentful couples.
So, Shen Zhinian chose to let nature take its course.
Regardless of whether it is Fuqiu or Tang Luochuan, they are both cautious in nature and will not do anything out of line to be caught by outsiders.
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After Concubine Meng had a miscarriage, the emperor had no mood to enter the harem, and he rarely even came to Zhongcui Palace.
Although he often sent people to deliver some rewards, the specifications of those things were still far inferior to those of Yawenyuan.
Everyone felt that Lady Wen was already so favored even before she went to bed. How glorious it would be to officially serve His Majesty!
After these days, the emperor finally adjusted his mood and turned over Jiang Wange's card.
When the news reached Yawenyuan, everyone was filled with joy!
Especially the rhythm of ink, the shadow of paper, the style of brush and the feeling of inkstone, all of which make me secretly happy.
After all, only when the young lady goes to bed with him do they have the opportunity to serve His Majesty!
Jiang Wange was also excited. She had waited for so long and finally this day came!
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