roccoschili Chapter 113 Persuading the Queen Mother
Chapter 113 Persuading the Queen Mother
He Tingxi heard this and thought of Qu Xiaowan's expression just now. He said calmly: "How can I be happy following He Jingcheng? It's good enough if I'm not depressed."
As soon as she finished speaking, Ling Xiyue thought of Su Mei. She nodded and agreed, "That's right. It's not even a month after the marriage, and he's already taking a concubine. It would be uncomfortable for anyone."
Shi Hui, who had been pushing the wheelchair, couldn't help but start a conversation when he heard Ling Xiyue mention Su Mei.
"Not only did he take a concubine, but the Second Prince also ignored the Second Prince's wife and stayed in Sumei Courtyard every day."
Ling Xiyue was stunned, looked at Shi Hui in shock, and asked curiously: "Shi Hui, you know this too?"
At this moment, Shi Hui realized that he had said too much. He quickly lowered his head and smiled awkwardly.
"Well, well, I just heard it." Shi Hui hesitated.
He Tingxi just shook his head speechlessly at Shi Hui's words and actions, and did not scold Shi Hui.
Ling Xiyue noticed the change in Shi Hui's expression, but she didn't ask any more questions. Thinking of Su Mei, she couldn't help but admire him, "This Su Mei is really capable."
At this point, Ling Xiyue suddenly looked at He Tingxi and said meaningfully, "It seems that you men all like this type of woman, right?"
Seeing Ling Xiyue staring at him with a meaningful look in her eyes, He Tingxi was startled. He quickly denied, "Don't look at me. I've already told you that I don't like it."
"is it?"
Ling Xiyue just responded calmly, then she turned to look at Shi Hui and asked curiously: "Shi Hui, what about you?"
Seeing Ling Xiyue looking at him, Shi Hui was stunned. He quickly avoided her gaze and looked away.
He coughed lightly a few times tactically to change the subject.
"My lady, are you tired? How about taking a rest before going on?"
Seeing Shi Hui's guilty expression, Ling Xiyue probably guessed something, but she didn't ask any further questions.
"It's okay, let's go."
Ling Xiyue looked forward and continued walking.
Seeing this, Shi Hui's tense nerves finally relaxed.
When He Tingxi thought of Shi Hui's reaction, the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, but he didn't say much.
……
He Jingcheng and Qu Xiaowan went to the harem, and after paying New Year's greetings to the Queen Mother and others, they stayed in the Queen's Palace for lunch.
Seeing that it was not yet time for dinner, He Jingcheng asked Nanny Dong to take Qu Xiaowan for a walk in the palace while he had a private chat with the Queen.
He Jingcheng and the Queen sat and talked.
"Mother, I have something I would like to ask for your help." He Jingcheng went straight to the point.
"As I see from your mysterious behavior, I know that you have something to do. Tell me, what is it?" the queen asked with a smile.
"Mother, why don't you help He Tingxi find a concubine?" He Jingcheng smiled wickedly.
"Marry a concubine? Why? Isn't this too easy for him?" The queen was very confused.
"It's definitely not a favor to He Tingxi. Considering that He Tingxi only favors Ling Xiyue, it will create conflicts between him and Ling Xiyue." He Jingcheng explained.
The queen stared at He Jingcheng blankly. After a moment, she smiled knowingly.
"That seems to be the meaning. It is well known to everyone that He Tingxi dotes on Ling Xiyue. If a concubine is arranged for He Tingxi at this time, it will definitely create a lot of conflicts for them."
"So, mother, go talk to the Empress Dowager. She will definitely agree to help He Tingxi marry a concubine." He Jingcheng continued.
"What should I say? Do you have any good suggestions?" asked the Queen.
"For example, He Tingxi's leg disease is about to recover, but Ling Xiyue is still pregnant. He Tingxi will feel a little lonely. Besides, He Tingxi is the eldest grandson of the emperor and has the responsibility to give birth to more offspring for the royal family, doesn't he?" He Jingcheng smiled evilly.
The Queen nodded when she heard this, "That is indeed the truth. In this case, the Queen Mother has no reason to refuse."
Seeing the queen give in, He Jingcheng was overjoyed. He smiled and said, "Well, I'll trouble you, mother, for this matter."
"I know. When it comes to your affairs, your mother has always helped you." The queen smiled helplessly.
"Yes, I know that my mother loves me the most." He Jingcheng flattered.
The Queen looked at He Jingcheng and paused. Suddenly she thought of something and deliberately asked, "If the Empress Dowager asked you, you should not marry a concubine, right?"
He Jingcheng was stunned, then shook his head and made up an excuse.
"Mother, I definitely won't marry. Right now, Xiaowan hasn't confirmed whether she's pregnant yet. It doesn't seem reasonable for me to marry a concubine at this time."
The queen looked at He Jingcheng's slightly guilty expression. She frowned and stared at He Jingcheng.
"You did find a good excuse. But is it really the case? Do you think I don't know that you took a concubine after your father's birthday?"
When He Jingcheng saw the queen speak frankly, he did not hide it anymore.
"Yes, I have taken a new concubine." He Jingcheng nodded in acknowledgement.
"You already had two concubines before you got married, and less than a month after marrying Xiaowan, you took in another concubine. You are really romantic and amorous." The queen couldn't help complaining.
He Jingcheng heard the Queen's sarcasm, but he was very calm.
"Mother, it's normal for men to be romantic, so if the Empress Dowager asks me if I want to marry a concubine, you should answer that I don't want to marry one, and say that I already have Xiaowan and concubines, so I won't add any more members to the backyard."
After thinking it over for a while, the queen had to compromise.
"Okay, I'll do as you say."
"Thank you, mother." He Jingcheng finally smiled.
Looking at the smiling He Jingcheng, the Queen said in a slightly reproachful tone: "You are just like your father in treating women. In comparison, He Tingxi is more affectionate."
He Jingcheng lowered his head and raised his eyebrows when he heard this. He didn't refute or say anything.
Seeing that He Jingcheng didn't say anything, the queen spoke again, "Go out and sit down."
"Yes."
He Jingcheng and Qu Xiaowan had lunch in the palace and then left.
After lunch, the Queen went to the Queen Mother's bedroom, ostensibly to spend time with her.
After the Queen and the Queen Mother chatted for a while, she slowly got into the topic.
"Mother, Xiyue seems to be five months pregnant, and her belly is already quite obvious." The Queen specifically mentioned Ling Xiyue.
The Queen Mother recalled the state of Ling Xiyue when she saw her this morning. She nodded, "Indeed, but not too much."
"Speaking of Tingxi, Doctor Jian came here in October to treat his leg disease. It has been nearly three months. I think he should be able to recover soon." The queen continued.
"Yes, it is estimated that Tingxi should be able to walk in March. This is something worth celebrating." Thinking of this, the Queen Mother gradually smiled.
"It is indeed something worth celebrating. Thinking about Tingxi, a tall and handsome prince, it would be great if the children born would all look like him." The queen said with a smile.
"Yes, you are right. Tingxi is handsome. He is the most handsome among all the emperor's grandchildren. Every time I see him, I can't help but look at him a few more times. With his appearance, he really needs to have more children." The Queen Mother nodded, agreeing with the Queen.
Thinking of He Tingxi, the Queen Mother's face was filled with pride.
The Queen was secretly delighted to see that the Queen Mother had fallen into the trap, but she lowered her eyes and sighed slightly.
"Ugh--"