Selling wife for fame? Kick out the scumbag and marry the new emperor to enjoy the harem of favors

Chapter 177 He still chose her.

“Jingming Palace has an underground heating system, which is much warmer than a brazier. It’s cold today, so it’s good for the child to recover,” Xie Jiu said. “Furthermore, Jingming Palace is closer to the imperial physicians, so they can respond more promptly if anything happens.”

Princess Wenxi is now Xie Jiu's adopted daughter, so it's reasonable for her to be taken to Jingming Palace for care.

Zhao Xingjin naturally didn't object and even went along with them.

The Empress was sent back to Weiyang Palace.

Jingming Palace.

After settling Princess Wenxi in the side hall, Xie Jiu and Zhao Xingjin returned to the main hall to rest.

"You'll have to work hard during this time, especially since it's the holidays and a very busy period," Zhao Xingjin said.

Xie Jiu shook her head, "It's alright, as long as the child is alright. During this time, let Wenxi's meals be prepared separately in the small kitchen of Jingming Palace. That way, we can be more at ease. She can't afford to eat anything wrong right now."

"Alright, you've always been in charge of the kitchen, so you can make the arrangements yourself." Zhao Xingjin nodded.

After saying this, Xie Jiu took the initiative to bring up the matter of selecting people today.

"After observing them, I think the second daughter of the Marquis of Pingyang and the eldest daughter of the Marquis of Qing'an are the most outstanding. They are exceptionally beautiful, have a steady temperament, and are also intelligent and perceptive."

"I have met the eldest daughter of the Marquis of Qing'an a few times when she was in the Prince's Mansion. Although she is young, she is gentle and quiet, and knows how to behave properly. She is very polite and does not lack the demeanor of the women of our Great Jing."

Zhao Xingjin searched his memory and gave a fair assessment.

"I don't recall the daughter of the Marquis of Pingyang. Tell me, which of the two is more suitable?"

Xie Jiu smiled wryly, "I couldn't decide, so I suggested two candidates to Your Majesty."

"What, is the daughter of the Marquis of Wuxin unsuitable?" Zhao Xingjin asked in turn.

Thinking of that radiant woman, Xie Jiu shook her head.

"Intelligent, but too impulsive and quick-tempered, prone to acting rashly and speaking too bluntly."

It's really inappropriate.

After hearing this, Zhao Xingjin understood and didn't ask any more questions. After pondering for a moment, he still spoke seriously.

"Let's talk about Qing'an Earl's eldest daughter. Daughters take after their fathers. Pingyang Earl is talented and intelligent, but he is too kind-hearted. I'm afraid his daughter will inherit that trait from him."

As expected, they chose Zhao Zhiyu.

Xie Jiu lowered her eyes, concealing the emotions within them.

In fact, Zhao Zhiyu didn't need to come looking for her.

But then I thought about it again. In the previous life, it must have been the Empress who selected people for Zhao Xingjin. This time, the person in charge has changed, and it's someone who shouldn't exist in the first place. Anyone would worry that things might change.

If you have a goal in mind, it's safer to take proactive measures.

"It's fine if His Majesty makes the decision. Should we inform the Earl of Qing'an and Prince Yi about this matter first?" Xie Jiu said softly.

When she asked, Zhao Xingjin did not answer. After pondering for a moment, he gently patted her hand.

"You don't need to worry about these things, I will arrange them. Right now, I just need you to take good care of Wenxi. I have other things to attend to, I will come to see you later."

Since the other party was unwilling to say more, Xie Jiu didn't ask any further questions and watched him leave Jingming Palace.

Afterwards, they went to the side hall to see the children.

When she came in, Qinlan was sitting by the bed watching Princess Wenxi wipe away her tears.

Hearing footsteps approaching, she immediately stood up and bowed, "Consort Jin." "Rise, how is the princess?" Xie Jiu asked softly.

"The swelling on my face has subsided quite a bit, and my breathing is easier." Qinlan's eyes were full of worry. "Just as Physician Yu said, I've started to have a fever. When I touch it, my forehead is a little hotter than before. I took a handkerchief and wiped my hands, feet, and neck with warm water, but I don't know if it will help."

Upon hearing that the child had started to have a fever, Xie Jiu hurried over and reached out to touch Princess Wenxi's forehead.

His brows furrowed immediately.

"That's true. We need to be even more careful. The child is still young, and a high fever can lead to long-term health problems. We need to keep wiping the body to lower the fever after the child takes the medicine. Qingfang, go and fetch some hot water. Also, have someone prepare the fever-reducing medicine prescribed by the imperial physician as soon as possible."

Qingfang didn't dare delay and went immediately.

"Alright, don't blame yourself too much. This was an accident. Once you understand the seriousness of the situation, just be more careful. The princess relies on you a lot, and you know her habits best. Now is the time to serve her well. Don't overthink things and get distracted."

Xie Jiu looked at Qin Lan and gently comforted her.

Qinlan immediately knelt down and kowtowed, "Thank you so much, Your Highness, for pleading for me today. I will take good care of the princess. Once the princess has recovered, I will take my punishment myself!"

"Let's talk about that later. The princess needs someone to keep an eye on her at all times, so you'd better stay alert." Xie Jiu waved his hand.

Before long, Qingfang brought hot water, and Xie Jiu personally wiped Princess Wenxi's body, fed her medicine, and then left.

Fortunately, the imperial physician's medicine worked. About half an hour after drinking it, the child's fever subsided, and his complexion improved significantly.

He remained unconscious, likely due to extreme weakness, having vomited profusely earlier.

When Princess Wenxi woke up, it was already the early hours of the next day.

Xie Jiu was still asleep when Chunrong woke him up. He quickly put on an outer robe and rushed to the side hall.

At that moment, Princess Wenxi was nestled in Qinlan's arms drinking water when she saw Xie Jiu. Suddenly, she felt inexplicably wronged, and tears streamed down her face.

"Don't cry, sweetie. What's wrong?"

Xie Jiu's heart softened, and she quickly stepped forward to take the child, holding him in her arms and gently comforting him.

"Your Majesty... Waaah..."

Princess Wenxi choked up, it was unclear whether she was calling for her mother or calling for her empress, but it was still heartbreaking to hear.

"Don't be afraid, Consort Jin is here. Everything is alright now. Are you hungry? Is your body itchy?" Xie Jiu raised her hand to wipe away the girl's tears, then turned and ordered, "Go quickly and fetch the imperial physician to take a look."

Leaning against Xie Jiu's chest, Princess Wenxi looked up at her with tears in her eyes. The candlelight in the room was dim. Xie Jiu had come quickly and hadn't combed her hair. Her long hair was loose, and her outer robe was loose, revealing her sleeping clothes underneath. The warmth of her body emanated from Princess Wenxi, making the little girl suddenly remember the times when she slept with her mother.

Back then, when I coughed at night and wanted to drink water, my mother would put on an outer robe, sit up in my arms, and gently watch me drink from the teacup.

Princess Wenxi lowered her eyes and snuggled even closer into Xie Jiu's arms.

Sensing the little girl's movements, Xie Jiu lowered her head and asked softly, "Would you like some porridge? Would you like the kitchen to bring some plain porridge?"

"I want to drink millet porridge," Princess Wenxi said in a muffled, somewhat hoarse voice.

It's probably because I vomited and hurt my throat.

“Millet porridge is also available, it’s all prepared, I’ll go and get it right away!” Chunrong immediately responded.

Soon, the imperial physician arrived and, after a careful examination, said that there was no major problem, but that the patient should pay attention to a light diet in the near future, and try not to eat eggs, fish, shrimp, etc. It would be better to eat more fresh fruit.

Upon receiving this reply, Xie Jiu finally breathed a sigh of relief and ordered someone to properly escort the imperial physician away.

He ate some more with the little girl, coaxed her to sleep, and then returned to the main hall.

There's no need to lie down anymore; once you're all ready, it's time to pay your respects to the Empress.