Everything starts from Menghualu

Chapter 455 Shen Zhiyi is pregnant and Shen Lang's order

Looking at Jiang Xuening's departing back, Xie Wei's mood suddenly became bad. He didn't know why, but he just couldn't bear to see Jiang Xuening caring about that mask.

After coming out of Xie Wei's house, Jiang Xuening really wanted to meet Zhang Zha, but she knew that it might not be appropriate to go now, so she suppressed the idea.

Time passed slowly. Two months had passed since the last assassination. During these two months, except that Zhang Zha lost his mother, nothing else seemed to have changed.

No, one thing has changed, that is, Shen Zhiyi's belly finally has movement.

"Sir, what did you say? It's true, it's true?" Cao Cheng said with a look of surprise.

"That's right, my lord. The princess' pulse is definitely a sign of pregnancy," the imperial physician said solemnly.
"Hahaha, okay, okay, okay, that's great. Come on, take the gentleman out." After Cao Cheng finished speaking, he went straight into the room.

As for the imperial physician, he was naturally led out by a servant and given a small gift.

"Husband, don't be so nervous, I'm fine." Shen Zhiyi said

"No, that won't work. You are different now than you were before. You can't think the same way as before. From today on, you have to be careful about everything. You can relax after three months." Cao Cheng said
"Oh, is that so exaggerated, husband? You are too much?" Shen Zhiyi said

"Okay, okay, Madam, I know you're having a hard time. Just be patient for a few months. I promise I'll be with you. You can go wherever you want, okay?" Cao Cheng coaxed.

"Well, I understand, but my husband, we have to agree that after our child is born, you are not allowed to regret it. I will go wherever I say." Shen Zhiyi said

"Yes, yes, ma'am, don't worry, we'll go wherever you say when the time comes." Cao Cheng hastily assured
After comforting his wife, he got up and went outside. He still had a lot of people to deal with today. As expected, people from the Imperial Study and the Cining Palace arrived soon.

By the time everyone had left, an hour had passed. Only then did he feel relieved. He then cheered himself up and returned to his room to accompany his wife.

In the following days, Cao Cheng spent his time accompanying his wife as she was pregnant, so he didn't pay much attention to what was happening outside. Naturally, he didn't know what was happening outside.

First of all, on the Xue family's side, because of Xue Dingfei, Xue Yuan now has to spend a considerable amount of energy every day dealing with his rebellious son, which makes him very tired.

As for Xie Wei, since the last incident, he no longer hides himself, but slowly walks to the front.

Shen Lang didn't say anything about this. After all, he really needed someone to restrain the Xue family.

At this time, the Queen Mother in the harem had some evil thoughts. Because Concubine Qin's due date was approaching, the palace also began to make corresponding preparations.

Of course, the Queen Mother's methods were also involved in this. Of course, Shen Lang also knew that someone was watching his child behind the scenes, so he also took many preventive measures.

Time passed slowly, and soon Concubine Qin had an attack. The palace was in a mess. Because Shen Lang had been well protected before, the process did not cause too much trouble.

However, after the child was born and confirmed to be a boy, the empress dowager took action. Concubine Qin, who was originally fine, suddenly felt unbearable pain and began to have spotting.

By the time Shen Lang reacted and sent people to treat her, it was too late. In the end, Concubine Qin died of hemorrhage. This incident also brought Shen Lang back to his senses from his joy.

He didn't understand. The palace didn't want their son to be born before because if their son was born, Shen Jie would have no chance. But now Shen Jie is dead.

What's the point of them dealing with their son? If he really died, who can they hand over the throne to? What does their mother think?

He couldn't figure it out for the moment, so he simply stopped thinking about it. After arranging enough manpower and imperial doctors to look after his son, he went straight back to the imperial study and then asked someone to call Xie Wei.

When Xie Wei learned that the prince was born and the imperial concubine had died, he knew that something big had happened, so he naturally did not dare to delay and soon arrived at the imperial study.

"Thank you, my dear, for finally coming. I have something unclear now, and I need you to help me think of a solution to find out what is going on." Shen Lang said directly
After hearing this, Xie Wei naturally bowed hurriedly, looking like he was listening carefully. Seeing this, Shen Lang expressed his doubts and then looked at Xie Wei.

After listening to this, Xie Wei pondered for a while, and then said directly, "Your Majesty, I have an idea. According to common sense, they really shouldn't take action now."

"But, it's not like they don't have any other chances now. After all, although King Linzi is gone, he still has a posthumous child. This is their other chance."

"Hmm? A posthumous child? But it's still uncertain whether the child is a boy or a girl. How can they confirm that the child in Xue Shu's belly is definitely a boy?" Shen Lang asked.
"Your Majesty, of course they can be sure, because no matter whether the child is a boy or a girl, they will make it a boy. This is easy for them to do, isn't it?" Xie Wei said
"What did you say? What do you mean? They, they want to? They are so bold! They actually dare to come up with such an idea. My dear, do you think that this idea is known to the Queen Mother?" Shen Lang asked

"Your Majesty, the Xue family is an outsider after all. For example, what happened to the imperial concubine today, I'm afraid the Xue family is still unable to do it." Xie Wei said slowly

After hearing this, Shen Lang didn't understand what Xie Wei meant. So he didn't speak for a while, because he didn't know what to say.

Xie Wei could understand Shen Lang's dilemma, so he would not rush him. Time passed slowly, and after an unknown amount of time, Shen Lang sighed.

"My dear, if this is really the case, then in your opinion, what are their plans for the next step?" Shen Lang asked

"Your Majesty, in fact, you already have an answer in your mind about what they will do next, right? But in my opinion, they will not act so quickly."

"We have to wait until Xue Shu's pregnancy is fertile before we take action. Of course, we can't rule out the possibility that they will take action first." Xie Wei said directly
"Yes, how could I not know all this? It's just that I don't want to believe it. I don't want to believe that all this was done by my mother." "Okay, my dear, I'm tired, you can leave now." Shen Lang waved his hand and said

After hearing this, Xie Wei retreated obediently. After all, he didn't have any good ideas now. He had already said enough just now. If he continued, it would only be counterproductive.

After Xie Wei left, Shen Lang did not stop thinking. It didn't matter to him whether Concubine Qin lived or died. What was important was his son, and his son could not die.

My only hope now is my son. If I can't save my son, then I will have no hope at all.

No, I must think of a way, but what should I do? Time passed slowly, and after an unknown amount of time, a smile appeared on Shen Lang's face.

So Cao Cheng, who had not left home for a long time, left his mansion, entered the palace, and went directly into the imperial study.

Shen Lang looked at Cao Cheng in front of him and felt a little hesitant. He didn't know whether he should do that or not, so he was still a little hesitant for a while.

But in the end he decided to go ahead, so he said directly, "My dear, I'm sure you've heard about what happened yesterday. What do you think now?"

"Your Majesty, yesterday's incident was obviously done intentionally by someone, and that person's goal was obviously to target the little prince. First it was Concubine Qin, and now it's probably someone else?" Cao Cheng said
"Yes, I think so too, so I am a little worried now, worried about my son's safety. My dear, what do you think we should do?" Shen Lang asked

"Your Majesty, the key point right now is how to let the little prince grow up safely, so I think it would be better to send the little prince directly to the Cining Palace." Cao Cheng bowed and said
"Huh? What did you say? You want me to send my son to the Cining Palace?" Shen Lang asked in surprise.

"That's right, Your Majesty. This is the only way I can think of to ensure that the little prince grows up safely. Only the Cining Palace can ensure that the little prince grows up safely." Cao Cheng continued.
After hearing this, Shen Lang was silent for a while. At this moment, he was thinking about the feasibility of this matter in his mind. It turns out that this is a good idea.

But he was also a little worried about this. After all, the child had been raised by his mother since childhood. He was afraid that he would be taught to trust the aristocratic families. What would he be afraid of then?
Cao Cheng knew how difficult it was to decide what he was talking about, so he didn't disturb him at all, but just waited quietly.

"My dear, putting this person in the Cining Palace is indeed a good idea, but have you ever thought about it? I believe in my mother, but what about others?" Shen Lang said
"Your Majesty, this, this, I don't know what to do." Cao Cheng hesitated
"My dear, I see that you don't know, but you just can't explain it. Never mind, since you have no other solution, then listen to my solution."

"My dear, in order to eliminate future troubles, there is no need for these other children to exist. Do you think I am right?" Shen Lang asked.
After hearing this, Cao Cheng's face suddenly changed. He certainly understood what Shen Lang meant.

Shen Lang, who noticed Cao Cheng's expression, naturally understood everything, so he continued, "Okay, since you already know, I'll leave this matter to you."

After saying this, Shen Lang didn't intend to give Cao Cheng a chance to refuse. He simply waved his hand to send him away. Seeing this, Cao Cheng could only leave the imperial study with a helpless look on his face.

Looking at Cao Cheng's departing back, Shen Lang's mouth showed a strange smile, and then he said to himself, "Cao Jianwei, I hope you won't let me down!"

At this time, Cao Cheng had already boarded his own carriage, but this time he did not return home. Instead, he sent someone back to tell him, and then went to the Duke's Mansion.

When Xue Yuan learned that he had arrived, he waited for him directly in the study. Soon Cao Cheng entered the study.

"Cheng'er, why do you look like that? Are you in trouble?" Xue Yuan asked

"Foster father, I am indeed in trouble, and it is a big trouble. I just came out of the palace and His Majesty told me so I suggested sending the child to the Cining Palace."

"Now, we have the final say on how to raise this child. But I didn't expect that His Majesty still has a trick up his sleeve. He told me to get rid of Shu'er's child." Cao Cheng said
"What? Get rid of Shu'er's child? This, this is still a way out for us. If we really get rid of it, then what? What?" Xue Yuan said in surprise
"Yes, foster father, so I am in a bit of a dilemma now. His Majesty is a man of deep thoughts. If I don't do what he says this time, I will lose his trust and he will do it himself."

"It will not end well then, but the trouble is, even if the child enters the Cining Palace, His Majesty can take the child away at any time."

"If that happens, then all our efforts will be in vain," Cao Cheng said worriedly.
After hearing this, Xue Yuan did not say anything, because he did not have any good solution at the moment. In fact, he also agreed with Cao Cheng's method.

However, the development of many things forced him to make a choice now. Time passed slowly and no one knew how much time had passed.

"Cheng'er, I think we can take a gamble. I will go to the Queen Mother tomorrow and ask her to ask for a grandson. As long as the child is in hand, you can do it." Xue Yuan said in a deep voice
"Well, godfather, the baby in Shu'er's belly is almost six months old. If we do it now, it's possible? It's possible?" Cao Cheng said hesitantly.

"Cheng'er, I know you can't bear it, but how can I bear it? After all, Shu'er is my daughter, but now that things have come to this, what else can I do besides this?"

"Go, Cheng'er, don't think too much. If something unfortunate happens in the end, it can only be said that it's Shu'er's bad luck. Your father won't blame you." Xue Yuan said
After hearing this, Cao Cheng's face became uncertain, but he finally nodded vigorously.

"Godfather, I understand. I will go back now." After saying this, Cao Cheng turned around and left.

Xue Yuan looked at his departing back with an unpleasant expression on his face, because at this moment he was thinking about what to say when he met the Queen Mother tomorrow.

Also, the development of this matter was always beyond his expectations, which made him very dissatisfied, and at the same time a sense of crisis emerged in his heart.

He always felt that if he continued like this, something big would go wrong, but right now, he simply couldn't figure it out. If he were given some time, he might be able to figure it out, but he didn't have any extra time now.

Because there was an outsider in the mansion, he had to do two things at once no matter what he did.

But at this time, Cao Cheng was not so unhappy, because from the beginning to the end, all this had been in his plan. How could he not be happy?

(End of this chapter)