"The Emperor is in good health," he said as he came in, "He instructed Miss Fourth to first take care of the affairs outside the palace, and then come to reside in the palace for some days next year!"
Yun Jinnian was astonished, "This..."
"Noble Consort’s health isn’t well!" Eunuch Hai gently reminded.
Yun Jinnian immediately understood, "Please, eunuch, after you return to the palace, report to the Emperor that Princess Yijia knows!"
After a short sit, Yun Jinnian gave Eunuch Hai a packet of Snow Lotus Leaf Tea and a vial of Blood Lotus Pills.
"Eunuch Hai, keep these pills for yourself to take!"
Eunuch Hai began to smile.
As a eunuch, there are always some ailments, but ever since Eunuch An started taking the medicine Yun Jinnian had given, his complexion had greatly improved, and he even seemed to breeze along as he walked, drawing envious glances.
So the pills Yun Jinnian provided were worth much more than money or jewels.
Eunuch Hai happily took them and went back to the palace to report.
On the way, he opened the porcelain bottle and took a sniff. The lotus scent was rich.
It seemed even better than what Yun Jinnian had prepared for the Emperor.
He quickly popped a pill into his mouth, swallowed it with warm water, and leaned against the carriage wall, savoring the sensation.
Although he had just taken it and it might be psychological, Eunuch Hai felt more energetic.
Upon returning to the palace, Eunuch Hai reported back at Yangxin Hall.
The Emperor nodded slightly, "You may leave."
He had never felt before that having a child was such a joyous matter, but now that he had Noble Consort, he indeed wanted to have a child with her.
If it was a boy, he would one day hand over Tianchu Country to him; if a girl, he would ensure she lived a life like the Commandery Princess of Town, elevated and honorable for her lifetime.
Eunuch Hai responded and withdrew.
Regarding Noble Consort’s situation, he would not speak of it now; at least not until his master instructed otherwise. He acted as if he knew nothing.
Eunuch Hai thought to himself, then saw Noble Consort approaching slowly, swaying her hips, "This servant pays his respects to Noble Consort!"
"Eunuch Hai, no need for formalities!" Noble Consort spoke softly, with an aura of seduction that seemed to tempt at every moment.
"Thank you, Noble Consort!"
Noble Consort laughed, "Eunuch Hai, I heard that Princess Yijia is called the most beautiful woman in Tianchu Country, is that true?"
"To answer Noble Consort, this servant is ignorant and rarely leaves the palace, I have never heard of it!"
"How does Princess Yijia look?"
Noble Consort thought for a moment before speaking, "How does she compare to me?"
"Noble Consort is the Emperor’s wife, dignified and extraordinary. The Commandery Princess, though also noble, is to some extent lighter!"
Noble Consort laughed again, "You’re right. Oh, you serve beside the Emperor; did he ever mention wanting her to come to the palace to attend?"
"To reply to Noble Consort, when Divine Doctor Han came to the palace, he mentioned that Princess Yijia should not enter the palace, and the Emperor consented. His decree is unchangeable, and even if the Emperor wants the Commandery Princess to come to the palace, it is to adjust Noble Consort’s health!"
Speaking of adjusting health made Noble Consort’s teeth itch with anger.
That lowly consort of the Loyal Prince dared to give her Barrenwort, but she didn’t suffer either. She took actions against the Loyal Prince’s wife’s most cherished grandson. Now, the Loyal Prince’s wife probably has trouble sleeping and eating.
But there was still Noble Consort Wei in the palace.
Noble Consort Wei cared most about the Second Prince, and she would always find opportunities to discipline the Second Prince, ensuring Noble Consort Wei tastes her own bitter medicine.
As for Princess Yijia, it’s said her medical skills are exceptional. She would meet with her and see.
As long as she does not oppose her, everything will be fine, but if she does, there are plenty of ways to deal with her.
"Alright, you may leave!"
Eunuch Hai responded and withdrew.
Noble Consort tidy up her thin dress, swaying her hips as she entered Yangxin Hall, calling out sweetly, "Your Majesty..."