ushernet Chapter 221 The War God Emperor and His Beloved Concubine (Continued)
Chapter 221 The War God Emperor and His Beloved Concubine (Continued)
"The Imperial Concubine likes your zither playing, so play for her."
The emperor gave the order expressionlessly. To be honest, he didn't want to listen, nor did he want anyone to disturb him and Yue'er, but since Yue'er liked it, he reluctantly listened.
Consort Rong froze for a moment, then forced a smile and said, "Yes, Your Majesty..."
She thought it was her music that attracted His Majesty, but she didn't expect it was the Imperial Concubine who wanted to listen.
Consort Rong looked up, her eyes filled with undisguised surprise. His Majesty doted on the Imperial Concubine so much that he was even holding her here.
His Majesty truly dotes on her. Whenever we see her, he always treats her with utmost care and affection.
She was a concubine, after all. Playing the zither for a noble concubine, what did they take her for?
But if His Majesty were here, and His Majesty also enjoyed the music…
After calming herself down, Consort Rong sat down and slowly began to play the zither, the melodious music complementing the moonlight.
It certainly has a unique flavor.
Chu Yue watched Consort Rong playing the zither. If other men saw her, they would probably fall in love with her.
She turned to look at the emperor again, but the emperor only stared at her. Chu Yue turned back to look at Consort Rong.
They really haven't given up yet. His Majesty has only been here a short while, and Consort Rong has already arrived. They really have a lot of ulterior motives.
His Majesty has openly shown favor to her alone, and no smart person would go looking for trouble.
This Consort Rong is truly extraordinary; she has such courage.
However, what means wouldn't be used to climb the ladder?
If one is lucky enough to win His Majesty's favor, wouldn't that be a meteoric rise to power?
However, when she came close to her, Chu Yue shook her head slightly, deciding to let her see as much as she wanted.
"Your Majesty, look, that star is so bright..." Chu Yue pointed to the sky, her sweet voice urging the emperor to look up.
The emperor looked up as instructed and echoed, "Yes, it's very bright."
Chu Yue and the emperor discussed the stars in the sky, taking turns talking as if they were the only two people in the world.
Consort Rong's hands nearly trembled as she played the zither. She tried to calm herself, her face stiffening.
Is the Imperial Concubine treating her like a courtesan, humiliating her? Making her play the zither but refusing to listen, and then pretentiously discussing stars in front of His Majesty.
It's not suitable for refined occasions!
The zither music went off-key for several notes, and Consort Rong was somewhat agitated. Looking at His Majesty's gentle manner and tone towards the Imperial Consort, she felt an overwhelming sense of envy.
If His Majesty also favors her, she will surely be even more gentle and considerate than the Imperial Concubine.
She usually appears stern and aloof when she sees His Majesty, but she is always so gentle and tender towards the Imperial Concubine.
If only she had gone instead.
The two continued their discussion, but Consort Rong's fingers began to ache. She had come here to attract His Majesty's attention, not specifically to play the zither for the Imperial Concubine.
Consort Rong felt a surge of resentment and jealousy rising within her. When had she ever been so humble and subservient?
The music seemed to sense her anger, turning harsh and shrill.
Chu Yue curled her lips in disdain. Can't even handle this little bit of stimulation? And yet she's out here being annoying?
She turned around and looked at Consort Rong with some worry, then at His Majesty.
The emperor glanced at her coldly, his good mood ruined. He said in a deep voice, "Consort Rong's zither skills need more practice. Guards, take Consort Rong back."
There are always idle people in the palace who can't even play the zither properly.
Consort Rong's face turned pale instantly. Was His Majesty treating her like a servant?
"Yes, Your Majesty, I shall take my leave..."
Her voice trembled and she was weak as Consort Rong took her zither and went back.
"Moon, it's getting late, let's go back." The chill was intensifying, and the emperor was worried that she would catch a cold.
Chu Yue had no choice but to nod: "Okay..."
The emperor smiled and steadily carried her back to Weiyang Palace.
Chu Yue thought the emperor would stop tormenting her, but she was wrong; the emperor naturally had plenty of energy.
Chu Yue tried to push him away, but the emperor held her hands captive, showering her with passionate and domineering kisses.
Another sleepless night...
The incident in the Imperial Garden was like a pebble dropped into water, creating ripples that quickly subsided.
The Empress merely scoffed dismissively, thinking that only a fool like Consort Rong would be so presumptuous as to seek discomfort.
She had seen through it all long ago, but she regretted her carelessness in sending Chu Yue instead, as she couldn't control her now.
When others found out, their expressions didn't change much. It wasn't surprising; hadn't His Majesty always favored the Consort?
Those who tried to vie for the emperor's favor, Consort Rong's fate was relatively mild.
...After the emperor's tireless efforts day and night, Chu Yue's belly began to move.
That day, when the sun was high in the sky, Chu Yue still hadn't gotten up.
Xiao Tao wondered if she should wake her up so she could eat something before going back to sleep.
After waiting for a while, Xiao Tao decided to wake up her mistress, so she lifted the beaded curtain, but was immediately frightened.
Chu Yue was in a deep sleep, her brows furrowed and her forehead sweating, as if she was in great discomfort.
"Your Majesty! Your Majesty, what's wrong?" Xiao Tao was frantic; she should have come to check on you sooner.
Her mistress usually sleeps very late, and she assumed today would be no different.
But what's going on now?
Seeing that the Empress was in such distress, Xiao Tao cried anxiously, "Your Majesty, what's wrong?"
"Guards! Summon the imperial physician!"
"Summon the imperial physician!"
The imperial physician was summoned to Weiyang Palace, and the emperor quickly learned of the news. His expression darkened as he rushed over.
When they arrived, the imperial physician was still taking the emperor's pulse. The emperor was anxious and worried: "What happened? How is the Imperial Concubine?"
Chu Yue had already fainted, lying there pale and extremely weak.
The emperor's heart clenched. When had Yue'er ever been so weak? Apart from the last time she was like this to save him, she had always been perfectly fine.
Sitting down by the bed, the emperor anxiously grasped Chu Yue's other hand and looked at the imperial physician: "What exactly is wrong with the Imperial Concubine?"
They're all quacks; they can't even give a proper diagnosis after a long time!
Seeing that the imperial physician's complexion was not good, Xiao Tao panicked and couldn't help but ask, "Imperial Physician, what's wrong with Her Majesty?"
The imperial physician withdrew his hand, his expression somewhat serious. He knelt on the ground and said, "Your Majesty, the Imperial Concubine has experienced a miscarriage scare and is feeling weak. I will immediately prescribe some medicine to stabilize the pregnancy. Your Majesty should take it as soon as possible so that the fetus will be safe."
"Is Her Majesty pregnant?" Xiao Tao exclaimed in surprise.
The emperor paused, "Is the moon already up?"
But did it upset the baby?
What on earth is going on?!
"How could the Imperial Concubine have suffered a miscarriage? What exactly happened?!"
The emperor's heart clenched with anxiety.
"Your Majesty... Your Highness... Consort is more than a month pregnant. During the first three months, vigorous sexual intercourse is not allowed, as the imperial fetus is fragile. It is clear that Consort cannot withstand the touch of the rain, which is why the pregnancy has been affected."
After the imperial physician finished speaking, he immediately kowtowed, acknowledging that he had offended the emperor and deserved to die.
The emperor's face immediately stiffened, and he began to lose face.
"Quickly fetch the medicine! The Imperial Concubine and the unborn child must be safe!" The Emperor disregarded his own reputation; Yue'er and the child were the most important people to him.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will go immediately."
The imperial physician hurriedly ran off.
"Your Majesty, this servant will go and prepare some of the Empress's favorite foods so she can eat them when she wakes up."
Xiao Tao was somewhat worried. The Empress was in poor health, and His Majesty doted on her. It was also Xiao Tao's fault for not noticing that the Empress was pregnant, and now she was suffering so much.
"Go..."