Who said the heir would die out? The concubine is pregnant again!

Zhou Zisu's hand was already outstretched, but Liang Yunqian didn't hand it to her; instead, he handed it to Yingzhu across from him.

In that instant, Zhou Zisu's bright smile froze on her face!

He actually prepared this roast duck for Shen Yingzhu?

Yingzhu was also surprised. In fact, she didn't care who Liang Yunqian gave the roast duck to; she even thought he should give it to Zhou Zisu first.

After all, they had known each other longer, and Zhou Zisu was his benefactor, so it was only natural that he treated Zhou Zisu better.

"Fine, I'll give it to you!" Yingzhu thought she had no right to complain, but Liang Yunqian still handed her the roast duck.

Despite her surprise, Yingzhu caught the roast duck.

She knew perfectly well that there was no need to be modest at this point. Even if she did, Zhou Zisu wouldn't be happy, and Liang Yunqian would be even more unhappy. So she might as well accept it.

"Thank you, Your Highness. The outside is crispy and the inside is tender; it is indeed delicious."

Feeling extremely embarrassed by her empty palm, Zhou Zisu slowly clenched her knuckles, her long nails digging into herself. When she looked at Shen Yingzhu again, her eyes were filled with jealousy.

She's Liang Yunqian's savior! What is Shen Yingzhu anyway? A month's service as a concubine, how can she be compared to a savior of three years?

Her pride wouldn't allow her to lose to Shen Yingzhu like this! Amidst a flurry of thoughts, Zhou Zisu managed a smile.

"How forgetful I am! I completely forgot we're at Wenzhu Pavilion. Today is your housewarming celebration, your special day. Yunqian must have been worried about upsetting you, so he gave it to you first. I don't mind at all, please eat first, sister!"

The way they said it made it sound like they were a family, and Yingzhu was just an outsider.

Does it matter whether she minds or not? She really knows how to flatter herself!

However, with Liang Yunqian present, Yingzhu couldn't retort to his face. She ate slowly and carefully, taking a bite of duck meat, and then smiled and praised:

"Aunt Zhou, you are so magnanimous, not holding a grudge against us lowly maids. The young master is truly blessed to have such a confidante who understands him so well!"

Zhou Zisu, who had been praised, glanced at Liang Yunqian with a shy smile.

Whenever she saw his handsome face, she felt pleasing to the eye, and all her anger would disappear.

As soon as Yingzhu finished speaking, another piece of chicken appeared on the plate. She looked up and met Liang Yunqian's sharp gaze.

"Eat more vegetables, talk less!"

It was clearly Aunt Zhou who was talking, but he only criticized her. What kind of logic is that?

"Yunqian doesn't like to eat duck meat, he only eats braised pork with preserved vegetables and fatty meat, and he doesn't eat braised pork either... You must remember these things so that you can better serve Yunqian in the future."

Aunt Zhou gave him detailed instructions, acting as the mistress of the house who knew Liang Yunqian best.

Yingzhu had absolutely no interest in knowing Liang Yunqian's preferences.

"I only serve the young master in the evenings. I hardly ever see him during the day, and he doesn't let me take care of his daily needs."

"If it weren't for Aunt Zhou being here today, the young master wouldn't have stayed for dinner, and I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to use any of the young master's preferences you mentioned."

The words "serving in the evening" sounded particularly jarring to Zhou Zisu.

She hasn't consummated her marriage with Liang Yunqian yet, so Shen Yingzhu's words were clearly a mockery of her!

Suppressing her anger, Zhou Zisu smiled and said, "Sister, your vision is too narrow. You can't just look at what's in front of you. You are a woman destined for pregnancy according to the Taoist priest. You will soon be pregnant."

Yunqian will naturally grant you the title of concubine then. You will still need to serve him in his daily life, so it's always good to learn more.

Sensing that Zhou Zisu was testing her, Yingzhu feigned embarrassment and chuckled dryly:

"Aunt Zhou is joking. The young master has no intention of taking me as a concubine. He will send me away after I give birth."

"Yunqian, are you really going to send Yingzhu away? What will happen to her then?"

Zhou Zisu looked worried and gasped, covering her face with her handkerchief. Liang Yunqian raised his eyebrows and glanced at Shen Yingzhu.

His face was sullen, revealing no sign of anger or displeasure. Yingzhu couldn't guess what he was thinking, only hearing his indifferent reply.

"Let's discuss it again once she's pregnant."

He neither admitted nor denied it, giving only an ambiguous answer, which inevitably made Zhou Zisu uneasy.

The meal seemed to last forever, and Liang Yunqian found it incredibly noisy, unable to get any peace and quiet.

After the meal, the servants served tea, but Zhou Zisu remained seated, seemingly with no intention of leaving.

Zhou Zisu continued chatting, and Yingzhu responded sporadically. She didn't urge her, as she had to play the role of a helpless and obedient girl in front of Liang Yunqian.

Liang Yunqian instructed Qingfeng, "Prepare water for washing up."

Without even a greeting, he bluntly gave the order, clearly indicating that he was telling the guest to leave.

Zhou Zisu smoothed the stray hairs at her temples, took a deep breath, and stood up to resign.

A smile played on her lips, but it vanished the moment she turned and left, the butterfly wings on her handkerchief torn and deformed.

"Yun Qian is becoming increasingly distant from me, while he's growing closer to Shen Yingzhu. How could he have changed so suddenly in just one month?"

"It wasn't like this before, Your Highness. Back then, when you and Your Highness sat together, Your Highness would serve you food first."

This servant suspects that Shen Yingzhu might be in cahoots with that Taoist priest and possesses sorcery! What talk of a woman who is supposedly pregnant? She's probably just covering up her witchcraft!

Mei Xin's words reminded Zhou Zisu that she should investigate; perhaps she could find some clues...

Inside Wenzhu Pavilion, Qingfeng had already prepared hot water and served the two of them to wash up before withdrawing.

Yingzhu stepped forward to help him undress, but Liang Yunqian grabbed her wrist.

"You and Zhou Zisu seem to get along very well?"

Meeting his probing gaze, Yingzhu pondered for a moment and said:

"No, not really! Aunt Zhou is very enthusiastic and keeps talking, but you don't respond. I can't let her words fall flat, that would be too embarrassing! So I can only keep talking."

"Who told you that I stayed for dinner because of her? Didn't I tell you I'd celebrate your move with you? What are you pretending to be confused about?"

"That should be noon, right? Why would someone come at night? I thought you were very busy and would postpone it!"

Yingzhu blinked her doe-like eyes, looking completely innocent. Liang Yunqian was speechless, yet he was also furious. He stared intently at her and warned her sternly.

"You are not allowed to tell anyone again that you will leave the Prince Rui's residence after giving birth!"

"Why?" Yingzhu's eyes flashed with surprise. "Could it be... that the young master is reluctant to let me leave?"