Transmigrating into a book, seducing him to rise to power

As the sun sets, its orange-red afterglow spills across the earth, casting a soft veil over everything.

Su Jingyao gently put down her zither. Her protruding belly was quite obvious. Six months pregnant, she felt a little tired after doing anything.

She insisted on playing the piano to provide prenatal education for her unborn child. She played soothing melodies, and every note expressed her endless love for her child.

During this time, she also tried to think less and maintain a relaxed state of mind.

"Master, the sun has set. Why don't you go for a walk?" Miaoyun asked softly from the side, her eyes full of concern.

Su Jingyao turned to look at the darkening sky outside the window and nodded.

"Let's go for a walk. It's October, so it's not so hot and humid anymore."

After saying that, she slowly stood up.

Miaoyun quickly stepped forward and carefully helped her up.

Miaoxia, Miaoyue, and Miaoxue, who were beside her, also followed her out. After all, she was pregnant and always had a lot of people around her when she went out.

Besides the four palace maids, there were also two eunuchs. Everyone was very careful, afraid that Consort Su might suffer any mishap.

If anything were to happen to her, none of the palace servants in Xiyan Palace could bear the responsibility.

Su Jingyao slowly walked towards the small garden outside the East Palace. Knowing that she couldn't walk for too long, she didn't go to the Imperial Garden, which was so far away.

The small garden outside the East Palace was also in full bloom at this time, and the begonias, hibiscus and periwinkles newly transplanted and cultivated by the palace servants in the palace flower room swayed gently in the breeze.

Su Jingyao strolled through the small garden, enjoying the fragrance of the flowers and admiring the beautiful scenery, which made her feel exceptionally relaxed.

Suddenly, a clear and melodious female voice broke the tranquility of the garden.

"I never expected to run into the Crown Princess and Consort Tang while out for a walk today. Now I've run into the Consort. What a coincidence!"

An Jinyan's voice was melodious, with a hint of deliberate intimacy.

Su Jingyao turned her head to look when she heard the sound, and saw that the Crown Princess was followed by Consort Tang and Consort An slowly approaching.

The three of them happened to meet by such a coincidence.

Su Jingyao stepped forward gracefully, raised her head slightly, looked at the Crown Princess, and had a faint smile on her face.

Her belly was already quite noticeably protruding, but she did not perform a formal curtsy; she simply nodded slightly to the Crown Princess.

"I pay my respects to my elder sister. My belly is quite large, so Your Highness may excuse me from this greeting. Please forgive me."

Ling Yue had rarely seen Su Jingyao since the ban was lifted, and upon seeing her today, she felt a strange and indescribable feeling welling up inside her.

Ling Yue looked at Su Jingyao's prominent belly. Everyone was cherishing her during this pregnancy, and Jun Zechen even exempted her from paying her respects every day.

After Su Jingyao became pregnant, she rarely left the palace. Even when she did leave, it was only when His Highness accompanied her for a walk.

So Ling Yue really hadn't seen her for a long time.

Despite being six months pregnant, Su Jingyao's appearance was still dazzlingly beautiful. Looking at her from afar, it was almost impossible to believe that she was a woman who was six months pregnant.

It seems that God really favors this woman too much.

Her elegant demeanor, fair and delicate skin, and lively eyes are all captivating.

Ling Yue tried her best to calm her inner turmoil, maintaining a calm expression on her face.

He said slowly, "No need for formalities, Consort. The imperial heir is the most important thing."

"Did the older sister bring her two younger sisters for a walk in the small garden?"

Su Jingyao asked with a smile, a hint of curiosity in her eyes.

"I was out for a walk with Consort Tang when we ran into Lady Anliang by chance," Ling Yue explained calmly.

An Liangdi and Tang Fengyi took a small step forward and respectfully bowed to Su Jingyao to greet her.

An Liangdi raised the corners of her mouth, revealing a bright smile, and said, "Sister Concubine, it's been a long time. You still look so radiant."

"An-mei, you still have such a sweet tongue, and you are radiant too."

Su Jingyao smiled gently, her gaze falling softly on An Liangdi with a touch of warmth.

After saying that, Su Jingyao slowly turned her gaze to Tang Fengyi.

Tang Fengyi wore a light blue dress today, which fluttered gently, making her look charming and lovely.

"Tang Fengyi doesn't seem as slender as she did when I first met her."

Upon hearing Consort Su's words, Consort Tang was startled, but she quickly tried to remain calm.

He said calmly, "I've probably been feeling a bit tired lately and haven't been wanting to go out much, so I've gained some weight."

There was a hint of nervousness in her voice.

Su Jingyao covered her mouth and chuckled softly, her laughter clear and melodious.

She laughed and said, "I was just joking with Sister Tang. She is still as slender as ever and as beautiful as ever."

Her eyes were full of smiles, which made people feel her sincerity and kindness.

When Consort An heard the concubine say that Consort Tang had become thinner, she turned around and looked her over carefully. She did seem to be less thin than when she first entered the Eastern Palace.

A thoughtful expression appeared on her face.

Su Jingyao then said, "Sister, I'll look around a bit more and then head back. I'll take my leave now."

After saying that, she nodded slightly, turned around, and continued walking forward.

Seeing this, An Jinyan quickly took her leave from the Crown Princess and then hurried after her.

Ling Yue stood there, watching Su Jingyao and An Jinyan's figures gradually disappear into the distance, a conflicted look flashing in her eyes.

She wouldn't let An Jinyan off the hook, but she didn't expect that after she was released from confinement, An Jinyan would become so close to Su Jingyao.

A complex mix of emotions welled up inside her; she didn't want to hurt Su Jingyao.

She will repay the kindness Su Jingyao showed her at her birthday banquet.

Following closely behind Su Jingyao, An Jinyan lowered her voice and said, "Sister, do you know that Consort Tang has now become the Crown Princess?"

"Huh? What does this have to do with me?"

Su Jingyao stopped and gently plucked a hibiscus flower with her slender fingers.

She then brought it close to her nose and gently inhaled it; the delicate floral fragrance instantly enveloped her.

"Sister Concubine, let me be frank, I wish to stand on the same side as you."

An Jinyan's eyes revealed a hint of anticipation.

The Crown Princess has His Highness's favor, and Consort Tang can also win His Highness's heart. An Jinyan is isolated and helpless, and is no match for them.

If Consort Tang becomes pregnant again...

Thinking of this, a sense of worry welled up in An Jinyan's heart.

A thoughtful look flashed in Su Jingyao's eyes. She frowned slightly, and her gaze became deep.

An Jinyan was indeed clever. Knowing that Tang Fengyi had ingratiated herself with the Crown Princess, she realized that she was outnumbered and outmatched, so she immediately approached her.

Moreover, Tang Fengyi's expression today was very strange.

Because of her pregnancy, Su Jingyao is very familiar with some of the subconscious reactions that women have during pregnancy.

Su Jingyao had only casually tested Tang Fengyi, and although Tang Fengyi's expression did not show any obvious change, Su Jingyao still keenly noticed the momentary stiffness in her body.

It seems we need to have Li Jing test this Tang Fengyi.

If Tang Fengyi is indeed pregnant, An Jinyan will not have an easy time. It is understandable that she is so eager to side with her.

But what good does it do her?

Su Jingyao narrowed her eyes, as if she were immersed in the fragrance of flowers.

"Sister An, all I want now is to give birth to the royal heir; I have no desire to get involved in your power struggles."

Su Jingyao gently stroked her swollen belly, her eyes radiating maternal warmth, her tender gaze seemingly capable of melting everything.

An Jinyan quietly leaned close to Su Jingyao's ear and lowered her voice.

"Sister, don't you want to replace the Crown Princess and become the future Empress?"

"Sister, you're beautiful, you have a good family background, and you'll have a prince in the future. Haven't you ever thought about that position?"

As she said this, An Jinyan narrowed her eyes slightly, staring intently at Su Jingyao's expression, not missing a single subtle change.

Su Jingyao's eyes flickered slightly, revealing a complex emotion.

An Jinyan's words hit the nail on the head, but she didn't plan to take action or reveal her ambitions yet.

She frowned slightly, her voice slow and gentle, like flowing water.

"Sister An, the Crown Princess is His Highness's first wife. I have never thought about that position. Although the Crown Princess is not familiar with me now, I have always regarded the Crown Princess as my elder sister."

His voice carried a hint of firmness and sincerity, while also revealing a touch of helplessness and regret.

"Don't say things like that again. I'll pretend I didn't hear it this time."

Su Jingyao's expression was slightly serious, with a hint of warning in her eyes.

An Jinyan knew that Su Jingyao wasn't as ambitious as her, and her words today were a test.

She lowered her eyelashes and said in a pitiful tone, "Sister Consort, I am also worried that the Crown Princess may hold a grudge against me. Now that she and Consort Tang are getting so close, I am really afraid."

As she spoke, a hint of sorrow and fear appeared on An Jinyan's face. She lowered her head slightly, making it impossible to see her expression.

Su Jingyao sighed and looked at her with a hint of heartache.

"It's understandable that Sister An wants to gain His Highness's favor, and it's also understandable that the Crown Princess is jealous of you because of the deep bond between them."

Why don't you two make peace?

Su Jingyao's eyes were filled with concern and expectation, as if she was genuinely worried about An Jinyan.

"Sister Concubine, it's not that easy. The Crown Princess already hates me."

As An Jinyan spoke, she picked up a handkerchief and gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes. Her shoulders trembled slightly, as if she were truly heartbroken and crying.

A conflicted look appeared on Su Jingyao's face. Her brows furrowed slightly, and her lips were pursed, as if she was struggling with whether or not to say something.

He hesitated, opening his mouth several times but making no sound.

Seeing this, An Jinyan quickly asked, "Does Consort have something to say?"

Su Jingyao sighed softly again, as if filled with endless worries.

"After Sister An entered the Eastern Palace, we shared the same plight, and I didn't want to see you like this. Today, when I saw Consort Tang, I had a feeling that she might be pregnant..."

Upon hearing this, An Jinyan was startled. Her eyes widened, filled with astonishment and disbelief.

Tang Fengyi is pregnant?!

An Jinyan stared at Su Jingyao with a look of astonishment, as if she wanted to confirm with her.

Su Jingyao shook her head.

"This is just my guess. But if, as you say, Consort Tang has indeed sided with the Crown Princess, and if she is truly pregnant but hasn't announced it, then Sister An, you must be careful..."

At this point, Su Jingyao looked at An Jinyan with a worried expression, as if she was concerned for her.

An Jinyan naturally understood the unspoken meaning in Su Jingyao's words. If the Crown Princess intended to use Tang Fengyi's unborn child against her, then she...

No, she needs to be prepared!

A fierce glint flashed in An Jinyan's eyes, but it vanished in an instant, so fast that it was almost imperceptible.

Seeing this, Su Jingyao said softly, "I'm tired from my walk today, so I'll go home."

An Jinyan forced a smile and said, "Younger sister respectfully sees older sister off."

Su Jingyao slowly turned and left, her figure light and graceful, each step carrying a calm and unhurried charm.

Her face still wore a gentle smile, but behind that smile lay a hint of cunning and smugness that was hard to detect.

Today's trip has truly broadened her horizons; she's witnessed a truly spectacular show.

She originally thought that An Jinyan would make the first move in the conflict between An Jinyan and Ling Yue.

Unexpectedly, after being released from confinement, Ling Yue so quickly won over Tang Fengyi.

This move was truly unexpected, forcing her to look at Ling Yue in a new light.

Su Jingyao's eyes gleamed with a playful light, an expression of anticipation for a good show.

She slightly raised her chin, a faint smile playing on her lips.

If Consort Tang is indeed pregnant, but the Crown Princess has been keeping it a secret, then she most likely wants to give An Jinyan a surprise at the Crown Prince's birthday banquet in half a month.

However, her reminder today has made An Jinyan begin to suspect Tang Fengyi, and it remains to be seen who will prevail between the two.

This situation is getting more and more interesting, and it's really something to look forward to!