vrcanaries Chapter 405 Entrust the 2nd Princess to Her
Chapter 405 Entrust the 2nd Princess to Her
Concubine Xue looked at the swaddled Second Princess and frowned slightly: "Why do I feel that the Second Princess's cry is very weak, and she looks smaller than a normal baby?"
Two imperial doctors have come forward to examine him.
After a while, they looked at each other and said, "Madam Xuepin, the Second Princess... The Second Princess was born weak, I'm afraid..."
Although the imperial physician did not finish the rest of the words, everyone understood what he meant, and their expressions couldn't help but be a little subtle.
The chances of infant mortality are already high, not to mention among ordinary people, even among the royal family.
Judging from the situation, it is still unknown whether the eldest princess can be raised...
Perhaps because she was about to become a mother, Shen Zhinian couldn't help but feel some pity: "Is there any way to keep the second princess safe?"
The imperial physician said respectfully, "Replying to Concubine Rou, we can only take good care of her now. If the Second Princess can live to be one year old, she should be fine."
The little prince who had been anticipated for so long turned out to be a princess, who was as weak as a kitten. It was not known whether she could survive.
Lady Zhou is so useless!
The disgust in Concubine Liu's eyes became even stronger!
"My lady..."
Cuizhu reminded calmly.
No matter what, the Second Princess is still a royal daughter. If His Majesty heard of the Queen's behavior, I'm afraid it would make His Majesty unhappy.
Concubine Liu also understood this, suppressed her annoyance, forced a smile and said: "The birth of the second princess is a great joyous event in the palace!"
"Everyone who delivered a baby today has made a contribution, and you will be rewarded!"
The midwives then said with joy, "Thank you, Imperial Concubine!"
"Send someone to tell His Majesty the good news later."
As soon as she finished speaking, Concubine Liu put her hand on Cuizhu's arm and returned to the main hall.
Before leaving, she took a deep look at Shen Zhinian's belly.
From the moment she knew that Concubine Zhou had given birth to a princess, Shen Zhinian understood that Concubine Liu would definitely target her.
Seeing Concubine Liu's eyes at this moment, Shen Zhinian sneered in his heart!
No one can take away the child she gave birth to after ten months of pregnancy!
No matter what, Concubine Zhou gave birth to a princess, and many people's hearts fell back into their chests. They said a few words of congratulations and left.
Shen Zhinian also sat in a sedan chair and returned to Zhongcui Palace.
After staying with him all night, she really couldn't hold on any longer.
When Concubine Xue was about to leave, Caiyi called her: "Madam Xue, our young master wants to see you!"
Xuepin was a little surprised.
She has never had any contact with Concubine Zhou. Concubine Zhou has worked so hard for so long and should have a good rest. Why should she meet her at this time?
Although Xuepin had some doubts in her heart, she still followed Caiyi in.
Concubine Zhou's body had been cleaned and moved back to the bedroom from the delivery room.
The second princess was taken away by the wet nurse to be fed.
Many people secretly laughed at Concubine Zhou for not having the luck to give birth to a prince. But when she knew she gave birth to a princess, Concubine Zhou breathed a sigh of relief.
When she was pregnant, she was looking forward to giving birth to a prince and living a glorious life. But after experiencing so many calculations in the harem, Concubine Zhou deeply understood how terrible the palace was!
She only hopes that her children can live a peaceful and happy life.
If the princess is well, she will not become a pawn in the struggle for power between the imperial concubine and the Duke Dingguo's Mansion.
Logically speaking, after a noblewoman gives birth to a child, she should be promoted to the position of concubine.
But Concubine Zhou knew her own limitations.
The position of concubine is the main position in a palace. The concubine must be included in the imperial jade book and become a true member of the royal family.
The most important thing to the royal family is their reputation. How could they allow a concubine with a broken arm to hold a high position and simply attract ridicule and criticism?
The best ending for her is to be settled somewhere as a noble person, well-fed and well-dressed, and live out her retirement life in advance.
Anyway, this is how my life is.
Children without a mother to protect them are always pitiful, and the royal children are no exception...
What's more, her second princess was born weak and had to live at least one year old to save her life.
The love of the parents is far-reaching.
She had to arrange a place for the second princess while she had just given birth and was weak and His Majesty still had sympathy for her.
Only the head of a palace is qualified to raise the royal heir.
The Imperial Concubine wanted a prince all her life, and since she already had an older princess, she would not raise a weak second princess who could die at any time.
Concubine Rou was pregnant herself.
Concubine De has three princes.
The only ones left are Concubine Liang and Concubine Xue.
Logically speaking, Concubine Liang was one of the four concubines and a well-known good person in the harem. It should be the most appropriate to entrust the eldest princess to her.
But Lady Zhou had been with Concubine Liu for so long that she had more or less understood some things. Concubine Liang might not be really pure and kind...
Moreover, there is nothing wrong with Concubine Liang's health. If she has her own child one day, will she still take good care of the delicate Second Princess?
But Concubine Xue is different.
She was a cold-hearted woman who never fought with the world. After she had a miscarriage, the imperial physician said she would never get pregnant again, and she had always longed for a child.
If I get the second princess, I will definitely take care of her like a treasure!
Maybe her second princess can survive this disaster and grow up safely!
Seeing Concubine Xue coming in, Concubine Zhou stood up and saluted, regardless of her body having just given birth: "Your concubine greets you..."
Concubine Xue quickly stepped forward to stop her: "Lady Zhou, you are weak, there is no need to be so polite."
"I wonder why you asked someone to invite me in at this time?"
Concubine Zhou used her only remaining hand to tightly grasp Concubine Xue's hand and said tearfully, "Your Majesty, you should understand that I, with my crippled body, am incapable of raising the Second Princess."
"I don't want the Second Princess to be laughed at when she grows up because she has a disabled mother!"
"So, so I have an unwelcome request. I want to ask Madam Xue to be the mother of the second princess! I will ask His Majesty for this!"
The pupils of Xuepin's cold eyes slightly dilated, showing her surprise without disguising herself: "...Are you serious?!"
Concubine Zhou nodded heavily: "I believe that Your Majesty will treat the Second Princess as if she were your own flesh and blood. As long as Your Majesty is willing and His Majesty agrees, the Second Princess will be your daughter from now on."
When she said this, Concubine Zhou felt a little pain in her heart.
But she knew that this was the best thing to do for the second princess.
Concubine Xue didn't even care about her usual image and nodded repeatedly: "Yes! I am willing!"
Concubine Zhou smiled with relief: "In this case, I am relieved..."
"It is better for the Second Princess to follow the Queen than to follow this crippled mother of mine. No matter where I go, I will pray for the Queen and the Second Princess..."
"Before her arm was cut off... I had made some clothes for the Second Princess and put them in the cabinet inside. When the matter is settled, I will ask Caiyi to hand over those clothes to Her Majesty..."