Too high to reach

Chapter 276 The Capable Don't Speak

Today, the Crown Prince's residence also had more than a dozen tables set up.

This was also an opportunity for the crown prince to amass wealth.

The Crown Princess entertained the female relatives in the back hall.

She has always been gentle and generous, and visiting guests all respect her.

However, the inner quarters of the mansion were in disarray because of Consort Zhang.

Consort Zhang came from a powerful family, was beautiful, and had a strong personality.

It was alright at first, but then she gave birth to two sons in a row, while the Crown Princess remained childless...

As a result, he couldn't control himself and gradually became arrogant and domineering.

They stood up straight in front of the Empress.

She dared to lay a hand on anyone in the manor she disliked or who was favored by the Crown Prince.

Some were sent to the estate by her, and others had their faces bruised by her.

Every single one of these actions was aimed at provoking the Crown Princess.

At first, the Crown Princess tried to manage things, but when the matter reached the Crown Prince, it often ended without any resolution...

People in the inner quarters are used to changing their allegiance depending on the wind, and many of them directly sided with Consort Zhang.

This is because the power to manage the household is still in the hands of the Crown Princess; otherwise, who knows what might have happened.

But the Crown Princess could only ensure that no major trouble was caused.

At this moment, Zhang Concubine's lackeys began to endlessly belittle the Mo family women.

Seeing that Consort Zhang seemed to enjoy listening, he only got more and more unpleasant to say...

The Crown Princess finally interrupted them: "It's fine to say such things here. Her entering the manor was our master's decision, and that's none of your business."

The person who spoke curled their lip, looking at Consort Zhang's expression.

Consort Zhang wore a sinister smile and remained silent, plotting Mo Yuan's fate.

Putting everything else aside, just because she has a vile sister like the Princess Consort of Qi, I won't let her go!
The Crown Princess continued, "The Prince has so much going on outside; let him have some peace and quiet at home." What she really thought was, "Who among us hasn't had their moment in the spotlight? Is this constant arguing never going to end?"
At this moment, the maidservant brought some fish and meat to the Crown Princess.

Upon smelling the odor, she suddenly gagged. Afraid of being impolite, she tried to hold it in, but how could she resist?
He immediately turned around and vomited repeatedly, bringing up what he had just eaten.

The maids were all very well-behaved; some patted her back gently, some took the spittoon, and others quickly prepared warm water for her to rinse her mouth.

The Crown Princess's personal maid exclaimed in surprise, "Your Highness!? Could this be...?"

The Crown Princess vomited for a while and felt a little better. Hearing the nanny's joyful exclamation, she suddenly realized that her period was late.

Her hand touched her belly... Could it be...? A surge of joy welled up inside her.

He quickly said, "Excuse me, I'm not feeling well. I'll go lie down for a bit. You guys continue!"

Consort Zhang stood up abruptly, staring warily at the Crown Princess.

Everyone stood up to see them off, then looked at each other, worried about offending Consort Zhang, and no one spoke.

The maids and servants swarmed around the Crown Princess and left.

Some people were rushing outside...it looked like they were going to fetch a doctor.

She is pregnant?

Consort Zhang narrowed her eyes, her heart filled with shock and anger, and she couldn't even think about the Mo family girl anymore. Her face was ashen as she gave a wink to the person next to her.

The Crown Prince's residence has a physician, who was summoned to the back in no time.

The doctor was very thorough, taking the pulse in both of the Crown Princess's arms...

The time seemed to drag on, making the Crown Princess nervous and her heart pound.

Finally, the doctor stood up, bowed deeply, and said, "Congratulations, Your Majesty! Although it's still early, we can definitely tell by feeling your pulse; it's a pregnancy!"

The maids inside the room all cried out in surprise.

The old woman asked anxiously, "Doctor, how is Her Majesty's pulse?"

"It's alright. Perhaps Your Highness has been a bit overworked lately. You'll need to rest in bed for a few days. Keep your meals light and try to stay in a good mood!"

The nanny readily agreed and, without the Crown Princess's instruction, gave a generous reward.

"Quickly send a message to the Crown Prince!"

The Crown Princess sat there, and even this usually composed person couldn't suppress her smile at this moment.

Ahead, the prince's brothers and friends were drinking and laughing with him. "It's a real shame that the seventh prince isn't here today."

"Yes, Seventh Brother's relationship with the Crown Prince has grown even closer. Why doesn't he come over and show some affection?"

"I heard she's quite the beauty, even more impeccably dressed than Princess Qi. His Highness Prince Qi is probably not happy about it..."

Everyone was laughing and joking.

Just then, news arrived that the Crown Princess was pregnant.

The prince was overjoyed. "Good!" he exclaimed, and downed a cup in one gulp.

"Congratulations, Your Highness! Double happiness!" Everyone stood up to offer their congratulations.

"Your Highness, we are about to have a legitimate son!"

"You may all return home after you've finished drinking. I'm going to see the Crown Princess!" "Go ahead, go ahead! After seeing your sister-in-law, you still have to consummate the marriage! You've got plenty to do!"

The Crown Prince laughed heartily, returned to the backyard, and went straight to the Crown Princess's bedchamber.

The Crown Princess was sitting, listening to the emotional ramblings of her maids... When she saw her husband arrive, she quickly got up.

"Sit down quickly! Sit down quickly! How are you?" The Crown Prince was genuinely happy. Although he had sons, he had no legitimate heir, which he always regretted.

"Don't worry, I feel fine," the Crown Princess said gently.

"This time, I'm sure I'll be able to have a legitimate son!"

"I hope it will be as Your Highness wishes..." The Crown Princess was even more excited, her eyes reddening.

"People often say that double happiness comes to the door, and today, I finally tasted it. It's really not bad!"

"This shows that His Highness the Crown Prince is a very fortunate person. Don't forget, you have to accompany Sister Mo today." The Crown Princess actually started teasing the Crown Prince.

The Crown Prince laughed heartily, chatted for a while, and then went to Mo Yuan's room.

The backyard was in chaos, so Qiuyue hurriedly went out to inquire. The servants on the road, thinking about the generous reward they would soon receive, all had smiles on their faces.

"Madam!" Qiuyue rushed back, "The Crown Princess is pregnant!"

"Really? Just received the news?"

"Yes! I only found out when I threw up during dinner!"

Mo Yuan smiled immediately, "Your Highness, this is double happiness!" She wasn't jealous of this.

Moreover, she was determined to win this prize!

"His Highness the Crown Prince has arrived!" someone announced.

The Crown Prince, who had rushed over, saw Mo Yuan under the lamp, smiling at him.

"Your Highness..." Her voice was soft and alluring.

The maids quickly went out.

The crown prince stood there, tilting his head to look at Mo Yuan. He had never noticed her before; she was truly a beauty…

"Your Highness? The Crown Princess received such good news as soon as Yuan Yuan entered the palace. Could this be the good fortune that Yuan Yuan brought?"

"Oh? That's quite possible!" The crown prince feigned surprise.

"Then... Your Highness, how will you reward Yuanyuan?"

Yes, that kind of woman is quite something.

"How about I give this entire prize to Yuanyuan?"

Mo Yuan walked to his side and tugged at his collar. "Today, you belong to Yuan Yuan. Or are you expecting double?"

Wow, what a little girl!
The crown prince was so excited, "You're so charming, maybe even three portions!"

After saying that, he pounced on it.

Of course, he couldn't do it...

……

Mo Yi was in a bad mood at the moment.

Li Jing was thinking of her and went back to his room early.

In the garden, they encountered Consort Feng, who smiled gently and said, "Your Highness, I have prepared a few dishes today, as well as the osmanthus wine I mentioned last time. Shall I have a couple of drinks with you?"

"I have something to do today, let's do it another day." Li Jing stopped, said this, and then left.

"Yes." Consort Feng blushed and glared at his departing figure with resentment.

Sure enough, Mo Yi was inside, resting her chin on her hand, lost in thought.

"What's wrong? Are you feeling down?" Li Jing asked as she entered the room.

“Your Highness…” Mo Yi got up and helped him take off his outer robe, wash his hands, and change his clothes.

"Actually, my sister and I have different personalities, and we weren't very close when we were still sisters. But we are sisters after all, and I always hope that she can be well... and that everyone can be well."

Li Jing pinched her cheek. "Everyone has their own path to walk. If you've done your best, don't overthink it. How's the matchmaking going?"

"That day, I took Miss Zhou Jiu to the Mo family..." Mo Yi smiled and described Zhou Jiu's reaction.

"Let her see first, see if she can handle that kind of life. Actually, if we're talking about choosing a husband, my second brother is the best. People always have to make choices. You can't have everything..."

Mo Yi smiled at Li Jing, "The Mo family is incredibly fortunate to have produced such a lucky woman as me. Don't be too greedy!"

"Heh, where did you learn such sweet talk?"

After joking around for a while, Mo Yi said, "I'm just worried about the Zhou family... Why would the Zhou family be willing to form a marriage alliance with the Mo family?"

"You don't need to worry about the Zhou family, I have a brilliant plan!" Li Jing teased her.

"What's the trick?"

"I already said it's a brilliant plan, why do you want it for nothing?"

"then what should we do?"

“What do you think…” Li Jing pulled her into a hug.

Today, the boast that the Crown Prince made was carried out by Li Jing...