freenovelworld Chapter 320 Do You Know? Lin Yitang 34
Chapter 320 Do You Know? Lin Yitang 34
The news that Lady Lin was almost two months pregnant caused a stir in the harem. Since Lady Rong gave birth to the little prince Zhao Zhao, there had been no news from the harem. Everyone speculated that it was because the Emperor was getting old, and was almost forty this year.
Madam Rong was always proud of having the only son of the emperor, who was the emperor's heir. Who would have thought that after giving birth to Princess Fushou, Madam Lin, who had been infertile for many years, would become pregnant again.
After news of Lin Yitang's pregnancy spread, she stayed quietly in Wutong Pavilion. The Emperor came to Wutong Pavilion on the same day he learned the news. Then the Empress made a few hypocritical and polite remarks, showing her virtue in front of the Emperor and exempting her from paying her respects.
Three months passed quietly. Madam Lin squinted as she listened to Lian Yun's report, "Madam, you have no idea, those people are like rats in a treacherous hook, impossible to guard against."
Madam Lin suddenly opened her eyes, her gaze filled with hostility. Those people really thought she was someone important. "Have you found out anything?"
"There are three forces behind this. One is Lady Rong, who did not want to give birth to a prince. Another is related to the Cao family. Finally, there is the method of the royal princes. It seems that the Prince of Yan and the Prince of Yong are involved, but it seems that Zhao Zongquan is behind it."
Zhao Zongquan? Isn't that the man rumored to be weak-willed? It seems the throne is incredibly tempting, and Zhao Zongquan is probably planning to reap the benefits without lifting a finger.
"Alright, keep a close eye on them. A gentleman takes his revenge even after ten years. Once my Lin family has gained significant influence in the previous dynasty, they'll have a good end." Lin Yitang said through gritted teeth.
"Yes, besides that, there were some minor skirmishes?" Lian Yun asked angrily.
Lady Rong was spared because she could provide a target for Lin Yitang. Cao Shi needed the combined efforts of the court and the harem. As for the prince, Lin Yitang would deal with him after her son ascended the throne. As for the others, Lin Yitang didn't care.
"Then let's teach them a lesson," Lin Yitang said expressionlessly.
Lian Yun immediately cheered and chuckled sarcastically, "Don't worry, my lady, I will definitely 'treat' them well and make sure they never forget it."
An hour later, after school, Zhao Huiyue skipped and hopped to the main pavilion. When she saw Lin Yitang, her childish voice came: "Mother, today the teacher talked about Xiang Yu's 'breaking the cauldrons and sinking the boats'."
Lin Yitang held Zhao Huiyue's small hand and gently stroked her hair, saying, "My Huiyue is the most talented!"
Zhao Huiyue shyly turned her head away, but her eyes caught sight of her mother's belly. She gently placed her hand on Lin Yitang's belly, her careful and cautious manner making Lin Yitang laugh.
"Little brother, stay in your mother's tummy and wait until you come out. Then your sister will teach you to read and write." The child's innocent words created a cheerful atmosphere in the Wutong Pavilion.
“Huiyue, listen to your mother. Whether it’s you or your younger siblings, you can’t wrong yourself. Your mother doesn’t want my Huiyue to wrong herself either,” Lin Yitang said seriously.
Women already had a hard time in ancient times. If they had to compromise themselves for their younger siblings, wouldn't they be living even less of a life?
Although Zhao Huiyue did not yet understand her mother's meaning, she nodded slightly and replied, "Huiyue understands."
Lin Yitang patted Zhao Huiyue's little face with satisfaction, "Go and change your clothes quickly. After you finish the homework your teacher assigned you, come and have dinner with your mother."
"Okay, then Mother will be good." Zhao Huiyue ran out of the main pavilion.
Lin Yitang shook her head helplessly. This little girl was really lively.
Xiao Dengzi strode into the house. Lin Yitang's gaze drifted to Xiao Dengzi, who bowed and said, "Madam Lin, Young Master Lin has delivered a letter to you."
She took the letter from Xiao Dengzi, checked it, and then opened it. She saw that her younger brother was congratulating her on her pregnancy and telling her to take good care of herself. He also said that everything was fine with him in Quanzhou.
The Bai family was based in Bianjing. From the time they arrived in the capital, Lin Yitang would meet with the Bai family once a month. Sometimes, there would be rumors that Bai Ruonan had entered the palace to express her favor to the wife of the Marquis of Ningyuan.
Bai Ruonan was doing alright thanks to her care, but Gu Yankai had taken a concubine who was said to be the younger sister of his first wife.
Liangqie was the second legitimate daughter of the Dongchang Marquis's family. However, after the old Marquis and his wife passed away, the title of Dongchang Marquis was inherited by his half-brother, and he did not have a good relationship with Xiao Qinshi.
The Dongchang Marquis's mansion was already running out of money and wanted to curry favor with the Ningyuan Marquis's mansion, which now had connections with the noble ladies in the harem.
Those who are unaware of the situation on the surface have no idea that Lin Yitang has a bad relationship with the Ningyuan Marquis's family. They would only think that by associating with the Ningyuan Marquis's family, she has established a relationship with a powerful person.
Therefore, the Dongchang Marquis's mansion set a trap, causing Gu Yankai to marry Xiao Qinshi. Ever since Bai Ruonan and Gu Yankai became irreconcilable enemies, Bai Ruonan kept her courtyard closed, never allowing Gu Yankai to enter, and only carefully taught Gu Tingye and Gu Tinglan.
As for whether Madam Qin is willing or not, that is not something that the Dongchang Marquis's Mansion or Gu Yankai cares about. After Gu Yankai and Bai Ruonan had a falling out, he felt that he had lost face and wanted to marry a good concubine to suppress Bai Ruonan and make her submit.
It's not that no one wants Bai Ruonan dead, but Bai Ruonan's backer is a noble person in the palace. If Bai Ruonan dies for no reason, who knows if she will be punished by the noble person? They dare not offend her.