I traveled with them to the Northern Song Dynasty

Chapter 154 The Five Women's Breakup
...

The Qiao and Wei families have had a stroke of good luck.

For several days in a row, Zhao Yu had the two women serve him in bed.

It wasn't until Qiao became pregnant that Wei was left to fight alone.

As for the women that Zheng Xiansu recommended to Zhao Yu, Zhao Yu gave Zheng Xiansu plenty of face, accepting them all without hesitation.

This directly resulted in five women in Kunning Palace becoming pregnant with Zhao Yu's child by the time Zheng Xiansu gave birth to his second child.

It can be said that Zhao Yu truly gave the women of Kunning Palace a proper celebration.

The women in Zhang Chun's palace and the women in Cai Xuan's palace were simply incomparable.

It is not difficult to see from this that Zheng Xiansu will always be the Empress of the Zhao Song Dynasty and the mistress of Zhao Yu's harem. Her resources, no matter what kind, including the resources to impregnate the women in Zhao Yu's harem, are incomparable to those of others.

Zhao Yu also cooperated with Zheng Xiansu to prove this point.

That evening, Zhao Yu had just finished talking with Lady Wei and Gu Lin, the envoy recommended by Zheng Xiansu. He was holding the two of them in his arms, glancing at Lady Wei's belly out of the corner of his eye, thinking, "Zhao Gou, I will wait for you to come back in ten months to see you." Suddenly, a maid came to report: "Your Majesty, the Empress is about to give birth."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yu quickly got up and began to make arrangements for the matter.

In fact, Zhao Yu's actions were completely unnecessary. Pei Sui and others had already made arrangements for the matter, and someone had also invited Li Lin and Ye Shiyun over as a precaution.

However, all of this was unnecessary. Having already given birth to one child, Jung Hyun-suk's second delivery went very smoothly. In the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, Jung Hyun-suk gave birth to the baby safely, and both mother and child were healthy.

That's right.

Zheng Xiansu's second child finally gave birth to Zhao Yu's eldest son, making the Zhao Song Dynasty the most legitimate heir.

Upon hearing the news, Zhao Yu breathed a sigh of relief, and Zheng Xiansu wept with joy. The heavy burden on their shoulders was immediately lifted, and many people who were worried about the succession of the Zhao Song Dynasty also felt relieved.

Zhao Yu immediately issued an edict granting a general amnesty, citing the birth of his eldest son as the reason. The edict stated:

I, in my humble state, bear the great legacy of my ancestors, ruling over all nations with ever-increasing caution, fearing I may fall short. Now, with the blessings of Heaven and Earth, my eldest son has been born, a joyous occasion celebrated within the palace, auspicious light surrounding the house. This is the blessing of our ancestors, and the boundless grace of the nation and its people.

The eldest son inherits the throne, which is the foundation of the nation. The joy of his birth truly foreshadows the prosperity of the family and the country. I am grateful for Heaven's favor and abundant grace, how could I dare to keep this joy to myself? Therefore, I hereby issue an edict of leniency and compassion, to be proclaimed to all corners of the land.

From the date of this imperial edict, all criminals imprisoned throughout the land, except those convicted of the ten heinous crimes, intentional homicide, and treason, shall be demoted and released, and given a chance to reform. It is hoped that they will repent and return to goodness. Taxes in all regions shall also be reduced to alleviate the burden on the people, so that they may know of the Emperor's benevolent heart and share in the Emperor's grace.

I hope that all within the four seas will understand my will. May the ministers guarding the lands diligently carry out my will, ensuring that my benevolence reaches far and wide without any omissions. May my Great Song Dynasty henceforth become ever more prosperous, and may the people live in peace and happiness, forever enjoying a time of peace and prosperity.

The proclamation was spread far and wide, so that everyone could hear of it.

When it came time to name Zhao Yu's eldest son, Zhang Chun eagerly came to offer her advice, saying, "'Tang' means sacred wood, so we can use the character 'Tang' to name the fifteenth prince."

Sometimes, Zhao Yu really wished he could kick Zhang Chun to death.

'Relying on your status as a time traveler and your knowledge of history, you can be incredibly reckless sometimes!'

'Luckily, I'm also a time traveler and have some knowledge of Song Dynasty history, otherwise you would have definitely screwed me over!'

"Zhao Cheng" is actually the name of the son born to Zhao Ji by Zheng Xiansu in history.

However, Zhao Cheng died the day after his birth, a truly short-lived child.

The key point is that Zheng Xiansu never had a son after Zhao Cheng; otherwise, it's uncertain whether Zhao Ji's throne would have passed to Zhao Huan.

Clearly, Zhang Chun hoped that Zhao Yu's eldest son would die young like Zhao Cheng, that Zheng Xiansu would never have another son, that she could replace Zheng Xiansu, and that her son would become the crown prince or even the emperor. She would then become the empress dowager through her son's status. As for Zhao Yu, need I say more? The new generation will inevitably surpass the old, and Zhao Yu, the old generation, will naturally die on the beach.

'Zhang Chun needs to be taught a lesson again. I need to find a chance to give her a good talking-to and show her why flowers are so red!'

Zhao Yu glanced at Liang Shicheng without leaving a trace.

Liang Shicheng, with his keen and insightful mind, immediately understood and said, "Tamarisk is a type of willow tree. Its old branches are red, its leaves are like scales, its young leaves are used for medicine, and its branches can be used to weave baskets, yokes, etc. It is not suitable for a crown prince."

Zhang Chun glanced at Liang Shicheng, a flash of resentment crossing her eyes. She thought to herself, 'You castrated dog! You ruined my plans. If I ever get the chance, I'll make you pay for what happened today!'

Unexpectedly, Liang Shicheng didn't even glance at Zhang Chun, clearly showing that he wasn't afraid of Zhang Chun at all.

That said, it seems that no one has ever really been afraid of Zhang Chun.

This is also normal.

Zhang Chun was actually just one of Zhao Yu's concubines, a concubine with no real power and no ability to harm anyone. Zhao Yu had plenty of women like her, so who would be afraid of her?

With Liang Shicheng's offer of a way out, Zhao Yu readily agreed: "Hmm... Zhao Cheng is indeed not the name of the crown prince, which is inappropriate. Moreover, this child was hard-won; the Empress was pregnant twice before giving birth to him. I only hope that he will be healthy and live a long life. In that case, how about naming him 'Shou' (longevity)?"

Those present immediately echoed in agreement:

"Your Majesty is wise. The fifteenth prince is named 'Shou' (longevity), which is auspicious and truly a blessing for our Great Song Dynasty and a boon for all its people!"

"The character '寿' (longevity) not only reflects His Majesty's deep expectations for the fifteenth prince, but also demonstrates the enduring blessings of our Great Song Dynasty. It is truly the best choice!"

"The character '寿' (shòu, meaning longevity) is composed of '丰' (fēng, meaning abundance) on top and '寸' (cùn, meaning inch) on the bottom. '丰' signifies a bountiful harvest and a prosperous nation, symbolizing peace, prosperity, and strength for the Great Song Dynasty. '寸' means measure or measure, implying that those in positions of authority must be discerning and know right from wrong to govern the country and benefit all people. The fifteenth prince's name, '寿,' perfectly embodies this meaning; it is truly a match made in heaven, a very auspicious and lucky combination!"

"..."

Those present chanted in unison, their words filled with piety and joy, as if the difference between the characters "柽" (tamarisk) and "寿" (longevity) could truly protect this newborn baby and ensure his lifelong health and happiness.

Whether others believed it or not, Zhang Chun felt a chill run down his spine. He had a very bad feeling that because the child's name had changed, his fate might have changed as well.

Zhao Yu saw through Zhang Chun's thoughts at a glance. He thought to himself, 'Didn't you ever consider that what changed wasn't his name, but his father?'

Before long, Zhao Shou was brought before Zhao Yu. Zhao Yu looked at the child and saw that he had a full forehead and a square jaw, with the appearance of a dragon and phoenix, and the features of a dragon. He looked blessed with good fortune and showed no signs of dying young.

Zhao Ya was overjoyed!

Zhang Chun also saw Zhao Shou's face, and her heart sank into an abyss. 'It's over, history may be completely changed!!!'

Things were developing in the direction Zhang Chun feared most.

The next day, Zhang Chun waited absentmindedly all day, but still did not receive news of Zhao Shou's untimely death.

On the contrary, Zhang Chun took the opportunity of visiting Zheng Xiansu to see Zhao Shou and found that he was very strong and robust, and looked like he would grow up to be strong.

Zhang Chun was heartbroken. She felt that the Empress's position under Zheng Xiansu's back might never belong to her, and her dream of becoming Empress Dowager was completely shattered.

Zhang Chun was furious, so when the five women gathered, she vented her anger on Ye Shiyun, saying, "It's all your fault! You produced this lousy 'Barefoot Doctor's Guide,' and now look what's happened! Zhao Yu has an eldest son, and none of our sons have a chance to become the crown prince. You can't help at all, and you just cause trouble. What's wrong with you?!"

Unlike Yuan Qingcheng, Ye Shiyun didn't indulge Zhang Chun. She directly cursed, "Get out! Don't take it out on me! Zhang Chun, I'm warning you, don't mess with me. If you piss me off, I'll tell Zhao Yu that we're time travelers, that you're so desperate to become Empress Dowager, that you want to seize Empress Zheng's position first, then kill her, take control of the Song Dynasty, and have him banish you to the cold palace to eliminate any future trouble!"

Still not satisfied, Ye Shiyun slammed the table shut and declared, "Let me tell you, if I, Ye Shiyun, don't have it easy, nobody else will either! You know I mean what I say!!!"

Zhang Chun was immediately rendered speechless by Ye Shiyun's retort!

The key point is that Zhang Chun knows that Ye Shiyun, this woman who has no sense of the big picture, is capable of anything when she goes crazy.

Last time, when Ye Shiyun was about to give birth to Zhao Cun, she almost revealed their secrets to Zhao Yu.

Moreover, Ye Shiyun now trusts Zhao Yu completely and has no suspicion of him whatsoever.

If she upsets Ye Shiyun, Ye Shiyun might actually report her to Zhao Yu.

At this moment, Zhang Chun realized that Yuan Qingcheng, who was more considerate of the overall situation, was much better than Ye Shiyun, who would want to fight to the death if things didn't go her way at the slightest provocation.

Unbeknownst to Zhang Chun, Yuan Qingcheng was also reflecting at that moment, thinking to herself:
'Poetry and romance make life so much more enjoyable!'

'I should learn from Shi Yun and stop giving in so easily!'

"Yes, I am now Zhao Yu's true imperial consort. Zhao Yu takes care of everything for me, so I don't need Zhang Chun to guide me at all. Why should I give way to Zhang Chun?"

"In my past life, I had more than ten times the number of fans as Zhang Chun. Every time she saw me, she was incredibly polite and showered me with compliments."

'In this life, Zhang Chun is well-versed in history, which gave him a slight advantage in the early stages. However, history has changed, and Zhang Chun's advantage will definitely diminish over time.'

As for politics, I think Zhang Chun's abilities are just so-so. If it weren't for Zhao Yu, who could she possibly defeat?

"And I, if I simply solve the problem of feeding the people of this era, how could my achievements compare to those of a nobody like Zhang Chun?"

Ma Xiaojiao patted Ye Shiyun's back and said, "Shiyun, calm down, calm down. You don't know Chun-jie, she loves to talk nonsense when she's in a bad mood. Don't take it to heart."

Ye Shiyun bluntly said, "Whether she's obsessed or not is none of my business. Do I owe her anything? How many people have I helped with my 'Barefoot Doctor's Guide'? To date, none of Zhao Yu's many children have died young. Isn't that all thanks to me? Why does she say such things about me?"

Ye Shiyun said indignantly, "Furthermore, it's uncertain whether she and her son would have survived without me. Instead of being grateful to me, she blames me for creating the 'Barefoot Doctor's Manual.' Don't you think she's ungrateful?"

Not long after Zhao Cheng was born, he developed jaundice, and it was quite severe.

It was under Ye Shiyun's guidance that Qian Yi used Yinhao Decoction supplemented with acupuncture at acupoints such as Danshu, Ganshu, Zhiyang, Yanglingquan, and Zusanli to cure Zhao Cheng.

Last winter, Zhang Chun caught a severe cold, which was cured by the imperial physician under the guidance of Ye Shiyun using Ephedra Decoction and Cinnamon Twig Decoction, supplemented by acupuncture at acupoints such as Hegu, Fengchi, and Dazhui.

Ye Shiyun considered herself Zhang Chun and Zhao Tang's savior, so she naturally dared to speak to Zhang Chun like that.

In fact, because she possessed medical skills whose depth was unknown to anyone, and because Zhao Yu's children had a 100% survival rate to date, Ye Shiyun held a transcendent position in the harem. Even Zheng Xiansu had to treat Ye Shiyun with utmost respect.

Is Ye Shiyun afraid of Zhang Chun?
Already in the wrong, Ye Shiyun immediately overturned the table, then shamelessly used her favor to bully Zhang Chun. Zhang Chun was completely outmatched and now only regretted it, 'Why did I provoke her?!'

Unexpectedly, Ye Shiyun pressed her advantage, continuing, "You're always trying to steal Empress Zheng's throne. Do you even have her skills? Look at her, when have you ever acted like this, complaining about this today and that tomorrow, as if it's all our fault that you didn't become Empress!"

As the saying goes, "Don't hit someone in the face, and don't insult someone by revealing their shortcomings." Ye Shiyun's words completely broke Zhang Chun's defenses. She said angrily, "Ye Shiyun, that's enough! If you keep doing this, I'll turn against you!"

Ye Shiyun retorted sharply, "I'm not afraid of breaking up, why would I be afraid of you turning against me? Come on, let's break off our friendship, let's see if I dare!"

"you……"

Zhang Chun wanted to say something more, but before she could, Li Lin grabbed her by the collar and dragged her out.

Zhang Chun wasn't afraid of Ye Shiyun, Yuan Qingcheng, or Ma Xiaojiao, but she dared not provoke Li Lin from the bottom of her heart.

Now that Li Lin has taken direct action, Zhang Chun immediately followed her out obediently.

After they left, Zhang Chun wanted to say something, but Li Lin bluntly said:
"What happened today is not Shiyun's fault, it's all your fault. You hoped that Empress Zheng would not have a son so that you could take her place, but that was just wishful thinking on your part. In my opinion, you are not suitable to be empress at all. Zhao Yu was right to choose Empress Zheng instead of you. To tell you the truth, the four of us talked privately and we all agreed that even without Empress Zheng, you would not be the empress. You are not suitable to be empress at all."

“Take my advice: honestly rely on Zhao Yu to realize your political dreams. This is the path you should take. Stop having unrealistic fantasies, or you will be playing with fire and one day you will get burned.”

"Furthermore, as Zhao Yu's fitness coach, I can tell you with absolute certainty that with your physique, you simply won't outlive Zhao Yu. Don't be fooled by Zhao Yu's nightly revelry; you have no chance of becoming Empress Dowager, and no one can live to become Empress Dowager during his reign."

"Finally, on behalf of the three of them, I want to tell you this: if you remain stubborn, don't come looking for us again. We don't want to be empresses, nor do we want to be implicated by your stupidity."

That's all I have to say. Take care of yourself.

After saying that, Li Lin went back, leaving Zhang Chun behind, who was abandoned by everyone, deeply shocked, and still didn't know what she had done wrong...

……

(End of this chapter)