Xie Mingxi did not ask why Sheng Hong was unhappy with Concubine Mei.
Concubine Mei never fought for power, and she never asked about court matters. The only thing that could interest Concubine Mei was that Sheng Hong had no heirs.
Empress Dowager Yu's period of filial piety has passed, and more and more people will mention this matter. If it weren't for the urgent matter of cutting down the vassal vassal, some of the officials would have already submitted memorials to ask the emperor to open up the harem.
Sheng Hong knew that he couldn't hide it from Xie Mingxi, so he glanced at Xie Mingxi apologetically and sighed softly: "Mingxi, I'm sorry."
This apology he said was for Concubine Mei.
As long as Ah Luo has a daughter, it is his decision.
But in the eyes of everyone, having no heirs is the fault of the Queen of the Middle Palace.
Concubine Mei's thinking is the same as that of most people in the world. It is the woman's fault that she cannot give birth to a son. If she cannot give birth to a son, she should "give up her talents" to other women.
Xie Mingxi glanced at the apologetic Sheng Hong, but there was no trace of emotion on her face: "Why are you sorry for me? Why do you say sorry to me?"
Sheng Hong: "..."
Sheng Hong was full of apologies and annoyance and choked back.
Xie Mingxi's faint voice sounded in her ears: "Today is just a few words from my mother and concubine. If I can't bear it. In the future, everyone will blame me, the queen, for being jealous and unworthy. What should I do?
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"Sheng Hong, this is a decision made by both of us as husband and wife, and it is also the path we choose together."
"No matter how many people criticize me in the future, you don't need to say sorry to me."
"I am not a weak person who can be bullied, nor am I that kind of woman who only hides behind you when trouble comes. I will stand up and face all the storms with you."
Xie Mingxi did not raise her voice deliberately, and did not rush or slow down, just like usual.
However, Sheng Hong's blood was surging when he heard it, and there was an intense heat surging in his chest.
He took a step forward, reached out and hugged her tightly into his arms.
He bent his head and whispered in her ear: "Mingxi, you are right. As a husband and wife, we are of the same mind and are not afraid of any storm. From now on, I will never get sulky over such trivial matters again."
Xie Mingxi raised her head slightly and kissed his thin lips.
Breathing intertwined, lips and teeth intertwined, nurturing each other.
…
That night, Mrs. Mei tossed and turned and didn't sleep well. When she woke up the next morning, her eyes were bloodshot and her expression was gloomy.
Qin Se was worried and was about to send someone to ask for the imperial doctor. However, she was stopped by Concubine Mei: "I am old and sometimes I don't have enough sleep. There is no need to alarm the imperial doctor."
It doesn't matter if you alert the imperial doctor, I'm afraid that Xie Mingxi will be alerted immediately...
Mrs. Mei would never admit that she had always been a little jealous of Xie Mingxi, her daughter-in-law.
Xie Mingxi usually smiled lightly and was always respectful to her mother-in-law, never being rude. But whenever she thought about how the majestic Queen Mother Yu was defeated by Xie Mingxi and died little by little, she felt a twinge in her heart.
Chill.
She and Xie Mingxi had never blushed. But she knew subconsciously that if she angered Xie Mingxi, Xie Mingxi would fall out of favor as quickly as she turned over a book.
Concubine Mei survived in the palace for more than 20 years, relying on this cautiousness and seeking advantages and avoiding disadvantages. In short, she would never offend anyone she could not afford.
She just said "no" about Xie Mingxi last night. She felt guilty and really didn't have the courage to see Xie Mingxi.
Seeing Concubine Mei's insistence, Qin Se had to give up: "It doesn't matter if you don't ask the imperial doctor, the empress will have a rest for a day. I will send someone to Jiaofang Palace to deliver a message..."
Before she finished speaking, Mrs. Mei stopped her and said, "No need. The Queen is very busy every day. Don't bother the Queen with such trivial matters."
Qin Se: "..."
Master and servant have been together for thirty years, and she is very familiar with Mrs. Mei. At this time, Mrs. Mei is clearly feeling guilty and timid.
Qin Se was surprised in her heart and agreed with her mouth.
…
Concubine Mei did not want to "alert" Xie Mingxi, so Xie Mingxi took the initiative to come to Hanxiang Palace to pay her respects, but Concubine Mei could not avoid seeing her.
As the Queen of the Central Palace, Xie Mingxi was really busy every day. She usually came to Hanxiang Palace to pay her respects every few days. She came to pay her respects two days in a row, which was very rare. She had to make Concubine Mei worry too much.
Concubine Mei suppressed her uneasiness and calmly observed the changes in Xie Mingxi's expression.
Xie Mingxi seemed oblivious and smiled as usual and said hello: "How did your concubine sleep well last night? How is your appetite?"
How does she know she can't sleep well or eat well?
Concubine Mei became more and more frightened and pretended to be calm on her face: "I'm getting older and it's hard to fall asleep. I didn't sleep well last night. I'm a little weak today and my appetite is not as good as before. Qin Se wanted someone to send a letter to Jiaofang Palace, but I
I stopped you. You are busy managing palace affairs every day, so I can’t help you. I can’t cause any trouble for you."
Xie Mingxi responded with a smile: "The mother's health is the most important thing. If she feels unwell, just let the imperial doctor come and take a look."
He opened his mouth and issued an order, notifying the envoy from the Zhou Academy to come.
Three years ago, the envoy of the Zhao Yuan "made meritorious service" and corrected Empress Dowager Yu. Not long after the death of Queen Mother Yu, the envoy of the Zhao Yuan was expelled from the capital and exiled thousands of miles away. During the exile, he fell seriously ill and died.
The Imperial Hospital was purged. Doctor Zhou, the most skilled and senior physician, became the envoy of the hospital.
Zhou Yuanshi was summoned to Hanxiang Palace, checked the pulse of Concubine Mei who felt guilty and uneasy, pondered for a moment, and prescribed a prescription to soothe the mind and calm the mind.
This kind of prescription is the so-called Taiping prescription. It is also a prescription often taken by concubines in the harem. It is most suitable for people who think too much and have nothing to do but have random thoughts.
Xie Mingxi told Qin Se: "Serve my concubine well and drink medicine these days. In five or six days, it will be my concubine's birthday. You must not delay your concubine's birthday party."
Qin Se responded respectfully.
After Xie Mingxi left, Princess Mei frowned and sighed.
It’s over!
Xie Mingxi must have known what she and Sheng Hong said last night, and he deliberately came to "beat" her today.
In the past few days, she had to take medicine and have a good rest. Don't make Xie Mingxi unhappy by not spending enough energy on the birthday party.
Seeing her master like this, Qin Se felt a little distressed, but also a little amused, and comforted her in a low voice: "The Queen is so concerned about the health of the Princess, and she personally summoned the imperial doctor to diagnose and prescribe her. The Queen should feel comforted and happy,
Why are you sighing so much here?"
There are some words that cannot be said to Qin Se.
Concubine Mei only sighed a few words in a low voice: "There is a difference between closeness and distance. There is a layer of belly between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. I really can't bear this concern!"
What is the difference between closeness and distance?
The difference between closeness and distance is that she does everything in order to save her own face. But you, in fact, do not regard the other person as a caring person of yours.
Therefore, no matter what Xie Mingxi does, Mei Taifei will "interpret" different meanings from it.
