Forced Into the Palace: Becoming the Emperor's Favorite-Chapter 418 Visiting the Imperial Consort

"Moreover, although the rumors outside are still largely about the Dong Family being guilty, who knows when the winds might change? If Your Highness goes to see Consort Yin Ning now and offers some comfort, it would help clear any suspicions about yourself in the future, wouldn’t it?"

"Will she believe it?"

Imperial Concubine Yi obviously didn’t think this approach would work.

But what Ruan Ming said next made her completely shed her pride.

"Your Highness, what does it matter whether she believes it or not? The most important thing is whether the people of this realm believe it. If they do, it adds another layer of resource to our Third Prince’s reputation for virtue, does it not?"

"There is much truth in this, then I will reluctantly make the visit."

"Yes, I will arrange it right away."

The news that Imperial Concubine Yi was going out of the palace to visit Consort Yin Ning soon reached the imperial court.

At this moment, the Emperor was not yet aware of Lin Wanyi’s pregnancy.

After all, ever since the Fourth Prince left the palace, he had been busy with the "Fourth Prince Consort’s serious illness."

Additionally, since Mrs. Yun was still preparing the medicine, he couldn’t enter the palace either.

Of course, there was a hint of personal feelings involved as well.

To draw out the mastermind, he had invested significantly.

He had publicly and privately cursed his Princess Consort’s fate many times.

Although he prayed and sought blessings before the gods, he still felt it might affect the Fourth Prince Consort’s longevity.

Therefore, letting the Emperor "remain in the dark" for a few days brought him some peace of mind.

Poor Emperor was unaware of the little thoughts in the Fourth Prince’s head.

But upon hearing about the turmoil at the Dong Family’s gate, the Eldest Princess Hui Xian’s assistance, the miraculous recovery of the Fourth Prince Consort, and Imperial Concubine Yi’s intention to visit Lin Wanyi, a sneer appeared at the corner of his mouth.

That Marquis of Northwest was indeed as arrogant as ever.

Did he still think the Emperor was the same inexperienced and voiceless figure from before?

This whole situation with the Dong Family was a scheme orchestrated by him and the Fourth Prince.

They not only intended to deceive Princess Hui Xian but also use her to draw out the Marquis of Northwest and capture him.

Yet, he still continuously underestimated the Emperor and Fourth Prince, which was utterly laughable.

However, the more he behaved this way, the more confident the Emperor felt.

Individuals who had fallen due to their arrogance were not without precedent.

For instance, Prince Zhan served as a good example.

Unfortunately, the Marquis of Northwest failed to see it. 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

Or perhaps he saw it but remained unafraid.

This was a great provocation to the Emperor.

Thus, in a cold voice, he spoke to Dong Yuzhong.

"Since Imperial Concubine Yi is going out of the palace to visit Consort Yin Ning, I will accompany her. Go inform the concubine."

In the Emperor’s words, there was a subtle undertone.

But Dong Yuzhong could decipher the concern for Consort Yin Ning.

After all, since the Dong Family’s incident, Consort Yin Ning hadn’t left the residence for quite some time.

According to the scouts on duty, she had grown noticeably thin.

The Emperor wasn’t planning to involve Lin Wanyi at this point.

However, to see her under legitimate pretenses, he spoke up now.

Dong Yuzhong respectfully answered "yes" and went to make arrangements.

On the third day, Imperial Concubine Yi’s chariot appeared at the traveling palace.

First, she paid her respects to the Empress Dowager and then went to see the Emperor before proceeding to her intended purpose—Lin Wanyi.

In the Yihua Palace.

The servants had already received the news.

But Lin Wanyi instructed them not to be overly attentive, lest they become a laughingstock for Imperial Concubine Yi.

Who knew what purpose she had in this visit and what her intentions were?

Having been confined in the traveling palace, Lin Wanyi hadn’t heard anything about the matters outside.

Thus, amidst her worries, she lost her appetite for several days.

Now, in her fourth month of pregnancy, though the morning sickness had passed, she still appeared unwell.

Especially when compared to when she was pregnant with the twins, the difference was stark.

Although she was restricted then, it was at her own request.

Mrs. Yun visited her every few days to adjust the pregnancy remedies.

And there were no concerns outside the palace.

But now it was different; she constantly worried about her maternal family.

So, no matter how much Chunqi tried to get her to eat more, it was of no use.

In just a few days, she lost weight, and it showed on her face.

Her changes caught the attention of the Second Princess.

The child was now almost two and a half years old.

She was stable in speech and walking.

Every day when checking on Lin Wanyi, she would arrive with a smile, sweetly calling "Mother Consort."

Other children, guided by her, would chatter around Lin Wanyi, lively and cheerful in their company.

Lin Wanyi only appeared somewhat better when spending time with the children.

Thus, the nannies also took notice.

Whenever they had nothing else to do, they would bring the children into the main hall.

Even though it was already midwinter, making such a trip was uncomfortable.

It couldn’t extinguish their enthusiasm to accompany Lin Wanyi.

The Emperor and Imperial Concubine Yi coincidentally witnessed this scene.

Previously, the Emperor had only heard about Lin Wanyi’s unwell condition, but he didn’t expect it to be so severe.

She had visibly lost weight and lacked energy.

The Emperor’s hands, clasped behind his back, tightened repeatedly.

But with Imperial Concubine Yi beside him, he dared not speak and risk losing everything.

On the other hand, Imperial Concubine Yi felt unhappy witnessing Lin Wanyi’s condition.

She held no deep resentment against Lin Wanyi.

It was merely that she was accustomed to high status and couldn’t tolerate anyone threatening her position.

Moreover, her Third Prince was destined for the throne, and it was Lin Wanyi’s own fertility that was to blame.

Having a princess to live peacefully wasn’t enough.

No, she had to bear a Fifth Prince, obstructing her view.

Thus, she ended up in such a plight.

Yet, she had to keep up appearances.

So she opened her mouth and asked.

"Oh, sister, what happened? It’s only been a few months and you’ve lost so much weight. How can you take care of the Princesses and the Princes like this? If it’s too difficult, let me take them back for careful nurturing."

Her words hit precisely where it hurt.

With Lin Wanyi losing her maternal family, the children were all she truly cared about.

In a single sentence, she intended to take them away, effectively cutting off her arm.

Hearing this, the Emperor’s anger surged.

His gaze visibly turned cold, but Imperial Concubine Yi didn’t notice.

She remained engrossed in belittling Lin Wanyi.

Sadly, she didn’t achieve the outcome she desired.

The phrase "a mother’s love makes her strong" perfectly described Lin Wanyi.

Though weakened, she remained resolute when it came to her children.