The struggle for the throne among nine princes—I really don't want to be the crown prince.

Chapter 118 Good Things Are Always Coming

At Cining Palace, Shen Ye dragged along the Fifth Prince, who happened to be serving there, and insisted on playing four rounds of mahjong with the Empress Dowager, and even got a free lunch, before leisurely returning to Yuqing Palace.

Because of the Empress Dowager's permission, Shen Ye and the Fifth Prince Yunqi both drank some wine.

Although it wasn't much, I still felt a little dizzy.

As Shen Ye walked towards Yuqing Palace, he thought about what had happened that day and felt that he was living a pretty good life.

Drinking, eating, and playing cards!

Oh, it would be even better if Emperor Qianxi had some free time and bestowed a couple more beauties upon them.

Back at Yuqing Palace, Shi Jingrong and Nian Xinyue were playing chess.

One was wearing an apricot-yellow long dress, and the other was dressed in the red attire of a newlywed bride. They sat together, giving the impression of complementing each other's brilliance.

Upon seeing Shen Ye, Nian Xinyue quickly stood up and bowed.

Shi Jingrong then habitually came to Shen Ye's side, handing him a cup of tea while saying, "Drink less alcohol, it's not a good thing anyway."

Shen Ye smiled and said, "I had a good chat with my fifth brother at the Empress Dowager's, so I didn't actually drink much."

At this point, he glanced at the chessboard and said, "You two really have a refined taste. In this sweltering heat, you're wasting your brains on this."

Hearing Shen Ye say this, Shi Jingrong said, "I had heard before that Xinyue was a talented woman, and seeing her today, I can confirm that her reputation is well-deserved."

"Xin Yue is not only good at chess, but also very good at music."

"When we have free time, we can play the piano or chess, and life won't be so boring!"

Just as Shi Jingrong was about to continue, she suddenly covered her mouth.

Seeing Shi Jingrong looking like she was about to vomit, Shen Ye quickly supported her and gently patted her back, saying, "Jingrong, what did you eat? If you feel like throwing up, just throw it up. You'll feel better after you do!"

Shi Jingrong didn't continue vomiting, but coughed lightly and said, "I'm fine, I just suddenly felt a little nauseous."

"It's probably because it's too hot!"

Shen Ye casually said, "Then let's have some tea first."

As he spoke, he said to Zhou Bao, who was serving him, "Go and invite Imperial Physician Zhang over."

“Your Highness, this is such a trivial matter, there’s really no need to disturb the imperial physicians,” Shi Jingrong said. “If the imperial physicians come, who knows who they’ll alert!”

"It wouldn't look good if people made a fuss about it then."

Shen Ye naturally understood what Shi Jingrong meant by "not good-looking"—she was afraid that Emperor Qianxi would have objections if he found out.

However, Shen Ye was not the former crown prince who always considered Emperor Qianxi's reaction before doing anything. He said directly, "It would be better if nothing happened."

"Don't worry, I'm here for you."

As he spoke, he waved to Zhou Bao.

Having followed Shen Ye these past few days, Zhou Bao had a good understanding of the Crown Prince's personality. Seeing Shen Ye wave his hand, he quickly ran out.

Nian Xinyue stood to the side, watching this scene with a sense of envy.

Of course, there was a hint of anticipation amidst her envy. She knew she couldn't compare to the Crown Princess, but she also hoped that if she fell ill, the Crown Prince would take it just as seriously.

For the entire Imperial Medical Academy, Yuqing Palace was second only to Qianqing Palace in importance.

Moreover, it was to treat the Crown Princess.

Within ten minutes, a royal physician in his fifties, carrying a medicine box, followed Zhou Bao in.

"Greetings, Your Highness." The imperial physician bowed respectfully upon seeing Shen Ye.

The former crown prince remembered this imperial physician, who was a highly skilled physician. When Yuqing Palace needed an imperial physician, they would usually seek him out.

"Physician Zhang, there's no need for such formalities. The Crown Princess is suddenly feeling unwell. Please take a look at her quickly."

Shi Jingrong had regained her composure by now. She smiled and said, "I just suddenly felt nauseous, but I feel much better now."

"I'm tired, Doctor Zhang."

Physician Zhang made a few modest remarks, then placed a piece of silk cloth on Shi Jingrong's wrist and began to take her pulse. In the blink of an eye, Physician Zhang's expression changed, and he immediately asked Shi Jingrong to switch to the other arm.

He quickly stood up and bowed to Shen Ye, saying, "Congratulations, Your Highness! Congratulations, Your Highness! Your Highness's pulse was slippery this time." "Your Highness is pregnant."

Shen Ye was taken aback upon hearing Physician Zhang's words.

Since his transmigration, he has spent most of his time living with Shi Jingrong.

If Shi Jingrong is pregnant, then this is his child.

His child!

Shen Ye had thought about this question before, but upon hearing Physician Zhang's words, he was still stunned.

Shi Jingrong was also overjoyed.

When her relationship with the Crown Prince was lukewarm, she did not force the issue of having children.

However, during this time, her relationship with the Crown Prince was very close, and she began to have a faint expectation for the child.

However, she was only looking forward to it, and she did not expect that the good news would come so quickly.

Just as she was so excited that she didn't know what to do, Shen Ye smiled and said, "Good, good, Zhou Bao, reward Physician Zhang with a thousand taels of silver and a hundred bolts of silk."

A thousand taels of silver is definitely not a small amount.

Although Shen Ye is now wealthy, he rarely spends thousands of taels of silver so lavishly. However, this time, Shen Ye showed no stinginess whatsoever.

Because it's worth it.

After Physician Zhang gave some more instructions, Shen Ye let him leave. However, he also asked Zhou Bao to request the Imperial Hospital to have someone come and take the Crown Princess's pulse every day.

After arranging for Physician Zhang to leave, Shen Ye asked Shi Jingrong to sit down and then instructed her, "Jingrong, you don't need to worry about things in the palace for the time being."

"If you need anything, just come to me."

Shi Jingrong had recovered from her initial surprise and said casually, "Your Highness, I've only just gotten pregnant, there's no need to be so nervous."

Shen Ye said, "Although there's no need to be too nervous, you should still pay attention to the things that need to be paid attention to."

Just as the two were talking, a young eunuch came to report that Yin Jishan was requesting an audience.

Upon hearing this news, Shen Ye frowned slightly.

Yin Jishan was the son-in-law of Suo'etu, so the two were practically inseparable.

Shen Ye had already begun to deal with his relationship with Suo'etu, and naturally did not want to get too entangled with Yin Jishan.

Moreover, with Shi Jingrong pregnant, he really had no mind to pay attention to Yin Jishan after such wonderful news.

So he said calmly, "Just say I'm busy right now and can't see you."

With the Crown Prince's absence from Suo'etu, the servants at Yuqing Palace were already mentally prepared, so they didn't pay much attention to the Crown Prince's absence from Yin Jishan.

Shi Jingrong, who was already sitting in a chair, frowned slightly and said softly, "Your Highness, Yin Jishan is always steady and reliable in his work."

"He must have something important to discuss with me this time."

"Your Highness, why don't you meet him?"

"Let's see what he's here for."

Shen Ye smiled and said, "Since Jingrong says so, then I will go and meet her."

"You need to rest more now. If you feel tired, lie down for a bit."

Listening to Shen Ye's instructions, Shi Jingrong's smile grew even wider.

She chuckled and said, "Your Highness, don't worry, I'll take good care of myself. Besides, I have Xinyue here with me, so you can go and do your work without worry."

Seeing Shi Jingrong looking radiant, Shen Ye smiled and said nothing more.

Soon, Shen Ye arrived at the study. Just as he sat down, Yin Jishan walked in with great respect.

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