In the twelfth month of the eighth year of Yuntai, Akinori Zhaoshen officially abdicated as the retired emperor. From then on, he no longer meddled in politics and focused on recuperating.

After a simple coronation ceremony, Xuanyuan Hancheng once again sat on the dragon throne that he had not sat on for a long time. His heart was filled with emotions.

In the following days, Xuanyuan Hancheng methodically dealt with government affairs. Every day, he would visit his imperial father. When he saw that his imperial father's condition had improved, he felt relieved.

Xuanyuan Hancheng was not in a hurry to move out of the Crown Prince's Eastern Palace. Every day, he would go back and forth between the imperial study and Pingle Park.

Although Xuanyuan Hancheng only had Lin Jiabao, the Song Clan, and the Yu Clan in his harem, it would not be difficult to move to another palace.

However, Xuanyuan Hancheng considered that Guai Bao's body was too heavy and could not tire himself out. Thus, the matter of moving to another palace was temporarily delayed.

Xuanyuan Hancheng only issued an imperial edict regarding the matter of the ministers conferring titles to the harem.

He conferred the title of Noble Lord to Vice Prince Lin and posthumously conferred the title of Consort Xian to Consort Zhang.

The Song Clan and Yu Clan were both conferred the title of concubines.

Other than that, he did not hold a conferring ceremony.

Xuanyuan Hancheng knew that now was not the time to confer the title of Empress to Guai Bao. Thus, he did not care too much about the lack of a conferring ceremony.

Both inside and outside of court knew that this was because the retired emperor was ill. It was not good for the emperor to seal the harem at this time.

Seeing that the emperor was still living in the Crown Prince's Eastern Palace, he did not have any intention of moving.

The ministers praised the emperor for his filial piety and were less worried about the new emperor after he ascended the throne.

When Assistant Minister Zhang's family found out that their daughter was posthumously conferred the title of Consort Xian, the entire family was very gratified.

They were deeply grateful to the emperor and were full of gratitude.

In court, Assistant Minister Zhang followed the emperor's political views and followed his lead. This greatly facilitated Xuanyuan Hancheng's control over the civil officials.

The Yu Clan broke a set of exquisite tea sets. "Noble Lord!

Noble Lord!

She was just a Shun 'er, a palace attendant.

Now, he's being conferred the title of Noble Lord. Why?! "The more the Yu Clan thought about it, the more indignant they felt." We still don't know what's in her stomach! "

"Your Highness, please don't be angry. It's not worth it to harm your body." The head palace maid of the Yu Clan, Bi Ying, tried to persuade her.

"Sigh … She didn't even move the palace, nor did she have a conferring ceremony. What kind of concubine is she …" the members of the Yu Clan continued to complain.

"Don't say anymore, Your Highness. Be careful …" Bi Ying looked out the window worriedly. The walls had ears!

The Yu Clan immediately shut their mouths and could only vent their anger on their handkerchiefs. They wrung two more handkerchiefs before stopping.

In the afternoon, Xuanyuan Hancheng returned to Pingle Park after meeting several of his trusted ministers.

He was not in a hurry to see the Guai Bao. Instead, he changed his clothes and removed the cold from his body before going to the Guai Bao's hall.

As soon as he entered the palace, it was as warm as spring. More than ten braziers were placed in the hall, and they burned until they were golden charcoal. There was no smell of smoke at all.

Aside from Her Highness Empress, there was no one else in the Imperial Harem who received such top-notch treatment.

The members of the Imperial Household Department were all shrewd people. Everyone in the Imperial Harem was aware of Lin Guijun's special status.

Naturally, they would send anything good to Pingle Park. They were extremely attentive.

When Lin Jiabao saw that Xuanyuan Hancheng had returned, he stood up to welcome him. "Crown Prince … Oh, no, Your Majesty, you're back." Lin Jiabao still couldn't get used to it. Her husband had suddenly changed from the Crown Prince to the Emperor.

"Guai Bao, how do you feel today?" Xuanyuan Hancheng helped Guai Bao sit down and planted a kiss on Guai Bao's dimple.

"Very good. I even felt the baby move today." Lin Jiabao said excitedly. It was the first time he had felt the baby move.

It was the first time he had felt the magic of life. He stroked his bulging belly. The happiness of being connected by blood couldn't be described with words.

"It's true!"

Xuanyuan Hancheng carefully placed his hand on Guai Bao's belly and expectantly said to Guai Bao's belly: "Good child, quickly say hello to your father."

After waiting for a long time without any movement, Lin Jiabao giggled.

"The baby is probably asleep."

Just as Lin Jiabao's voice fell, Xuanyuan Hancheng suddenly felt Guai Bao's belly bulge.

"Ya!

The baby just kicked me! "Lin Jiabao said happily.

"Good child, don't kick your father until it hurts." Xuanyuan Hancheng also felt it and smiled as he spoke to Guai Bao's belly.

"It doesn't hurt." Lin Jiabao said as he snuggled up to Xuanyuan Hancheng. He really liked how worried his husband was about him.

After her husband became the Emperor, he still treated him like a treasure as before.

Xuanyuan Hancheng saw a few books on the table, "These are?"

"These are for the second prince's wedding. Imperial mother has to take care of the retired emperor every day and is also busy with the second prince's wedding. She is very busy.

There are only ten days left until the wedding. Imperial mother asked me to help check. "Lin Jiabao said as he handed the books to Xuanyuan Hancheng.

The second prince's wedding was brought forward, and the second prince's residence was still unfinished.

Empress decided to have them get married in the palace now and redecorate Jinyang Palace where the second prince currently lived. It would be used as a temporary residence after the wedding.

Xuanyuan Hancheng flipped through it, "Guai Bao, don't tire yourself out. Ask Mama Qiu to help you."

"I'm not tired. I see that you and Imperial mother are both so busy, so I also want to make some snacks." Lin Jiabao said somewhat shyly.

"Guai Bao is so obedient!

You've already done very well. As long as you and the baby are well, this is more important than anything else. "Xuanyuan Hancheng said softly to Guai Bao.

Ten days later, the second prince's wedding was held in Jinyang Palace as scheduled.

Xuanyuan Hancheng was very gratified to see that his younger brother was able to start a family in this life.

Lin Jiabao accompanied him to watch the ceremony. He was a bit envious when he saw the grand occasion.

However, Lin Jiabao also felt very satisfied when he thought of the night of the red candles and the auspicious dragon and phoenix veil that he had treasured to this day.

Xuanyuan Hancheng noticed the expression in Guai Bao's eyes and whispered into Guai Bao's ear, "Guai Bao, your husband owes you a grand ceremony. He will definitely make it up to you in the future."

He secretly swore in his heart that he would definitely give Guai Bao a grand coronation ceremony in the future.

When Lin Jiabao heard Xuanyuan Hancheng's words, he only lightly shook his head and revealed a brilliant smile.

The current situation was very good. He was very satisfied and wasn't greedy.

Xuanyuan Hancheng was dazzled by Guai Bao's smile. He interlocked his fingers with Guai Bao's and instantly felt the warmth in his heart overflow.

The second morning, the second prince brought the second prince's wife to Eternal Life Palace to pay a visit.

The emperor emeritus was still unwell and did not attend.

Wen Wenqian and Xuanyuan Hanqi first went forward to offer tea to the Empress Dowager. The Empress Dowager took a sip of the tea and said a few words of encouragement. Then she had Mama Zhou give a red envelope as a reward.

Afterwards, Wen Wenqian and the others knelt in front of the emperor to offer tea. Xuanyuan Hancheng took a sip of the tea and said to his younger brother: "Now that you're married, you're an adult. Imperial brother can't be willful in the future." He also had the Yuan Fu bestow a reward.

In the end, Xuanyuan Hancheng said to Wen Wenqian: "Give Lin Guijun a cup of tea as well."

Wen Wenqian had been looking down the entire time. Only now did he notice that Lin Guijun was sitting next to the emperor.

Seeing the Empress Dowager's face full of smiles, he didn't say anything.

Wen Wenqian steadied his mind and knelt in front of Lin Jiabao to offer tea.

"Lin Guijun, please have some tea."

Lin Jiabao took a sip of the tea and had Yuan Qing hand over a pouch. He personally handed it to Wen Wenqian.

"Second Imperial Concubine, please rise."

Afterwards, Wen Wenqian and the others went to greet the elders of the imperial family. After half a day, the two of them were a bit tired.

After returning to Jinyang Palace, Xuanyuan Hanqi felt a bit sorry for his imperial concubine. He pointed at her imperial concubine court dress and said: "Qian 'er, you must be tired. Quickly change out of this burden."

Wen Wenqian heard the Second Imperial Concubine's words and felt a bit of sweetness in her heart. She faintly smiled. This court dress was really heavy. After half a day, it almost crushed her.

"Yes.

This concubine will take her leave first. "

"Quickly go." Xuanyuan Hanqi also prepared to change his clothes. Wearing this imperial court dress was too tiring.

In the bedchamber, Wen Wenqian's dowry maidservant, Qi 'er, was helping her change her clothes.

"Young Miss, your court dress is really heavy. You also walked so much. You must be tired.

Ai … this palace is really big. After half a day of walking, it's really tiring! "

After changing her clothes, Wen Wenqian finally felt a bit more comfortable.

"Young Miss, my horizons have been broadened today. I've seen so many members of the imperial family.

Also, His Majesty isn't as scary as the rumors say. "Qi 'er was a bit excited as she chattered about what she saw today.

"How can rumors be trusted!" Wen Wenqian recalled His Majesty's handsome and cold expression and was a bit dazed.

"That's right!

Rumors really can't be taken seriously. That Lin Guijun's appearance isn't very good. He's not as beautiful as the rumors say. "

Qi 'er thought for a bit and said, "However, Lin Guijun is really as favored as the rumors say. He's actually sitting in the Empress's seat so openly. Even the Empress Dowager didn't say anything."

When Lin Guijun was mentioned, Wen Wenqian's face darkened. She had seen him when she and her mother entered the palace.

At that time, she only felt that this Shun 'er had an innocent and cute appearance, but there wasn't anything special about him. She didn't expect that Lin Guijun was actually so favored.

Qi 'er felt a bit indignant for her mistress, "Today, His Majesty actually wanted Young Miss to offer Lin Guijun tea. This is too … Young Miss is Count Jingxi's legitimate daughter. I heard that Lin Guijun was only a palace attendant …"

"Qi 'er, shut up!

This is the palace. Don't talk nonsense. You should know that trouble comes from the mouth.

Also, don't call me Young Miss anymore. "

Wen Wenqian interrupted Qi 'er. Although Qi' er was right, she still felt a bit uncomfortable about today's matter.

However, this was the palace after all, so it was better to be cautious.

"Yes.

Imperial Concubine is right. Qi 'er won't say anything. "Qi' er also knew that they were no longer in the same residence.

After New Year's Eve, the emperor emeritus's health improved slightly. However, the Empress Dowager, who had been taking care of the emperor emeritus, fell ill.

Fortunately, the imperial physicians treated the emperor emeritus. He was just a bit tired and didn't have any serious problems.

Xuanyuan Hancheng heard the imperial physicians' words and sighed in relief.

As the emperor emeritus's daughter-in-law, Wen Wenqian naturally had to go and wait for the emperor emeritus. Wen Wenqian was just finishing serving the Empress Dowager's medicine.

At this time, she heard an announcement outside the hall, "Lin Guijun has arrived!"

Lin Jiabao's figure entered everyone's sight. At this time, he was already more than seven months pregnant.

Lin Jiabao walked very slowly and was supported by Mama Gui as he slowly walked over.

When the Empress Dowager saw that the Jia Bao had arrived, she said nervously, "Aiya!

Jia Bao, why did you come? Slow down a bit. "

"Imperial Mother, I heard that you were sick and was very worried about you.

Are you feeling better? "Lin Jiabao walked in front of the Empress Dowager and asked with concern.

"Imperial Mother is fine. Jia Bao, your body has become heavier. You have to be careful!

Mama Zhou, quickly give the Jia Bao a seat. "The Empress Dowager ordered Mama Zhou.

Mama Zhou didn't need the Empress Dowager's order to have the palace servants move a chair behind Lin Jiabao.

Lin Jiabao sat down and said to the Empress Dowager, "Imperial Mother, please don't worry. Mama Gui has prepared very comfortable shoes for me. I can walk very steadily in them."

The Empress Dowager was very satisfied when she heard this and said to Mama Gui, "You did well. As long as you serve Lin Guijun well, I will reward you greatly."

"Yes.

This old servant will do everything I can. "Mama Gui quickly responded.

Then Lin Jiabao talked about some interesting things that had happened to him recently. Something about the baby turning around in his stomach and practicing martial arts.

The Emperor liked to listen to the movements of his stomach. The Emperor would also greet him through his stomach.

The Empress Dowager was amused when she heard this. She didn't know that Cheng 'er had such a side to him.

Wen Wenqian stood to the side and listened quietly. She didn't interrupt.

In these days in the palace, it wasn't the first time she had seen the Empress Dowager and Lin Guijun act like mother and son.

She had asked around and found out that the Empress Dowager and Lin Guijun had entered the palace together during the Xue family's assassination attempt. Lin Guijun had also saved the Empress Dowager before.

It was no wonder that the two of them were very close. Lin Guijun had always called the Empress Dowager "Imperial Mother". They were very intimate.

Ai … She was clearly the Empress Dowager's official daughter-in-law, but she was far from being able to surpass Lin Guijun.

After talking for a while, the Empress Dowager felt a little tired.

She said to them, "You should all go back early. I'm a little tired and want to rest for a while.

Jia Bao, you should go back quickly. Don't get sick.

Be careful on the way back. Mama Gui, be careful. "

"Yes.

This old servant will definitely be careful. "

Wen Wenqian and Lin Jiabao came out of Yong Shou Palace together. She gently supported Lin Jiabao as they walked down the steps.

"Lin Guijun, be careful of these steps."

"Thank you." Lin Jiabao was also very careful as he walked down the steps step by step.

"I haven't visited Lin Guijun in these days in the palace. I've been impolite." Wen Wenqian's voice was like the sound of flowing water. Her voice was very gentle and pleasant to listen to.

"Second Imperial Consort is too polite. Welcome to Pingle Park," Lin Jiabao happily replied. Very few people came to Pingle Park.

"Then I'll definitely come visit when I have time," Wen Wenqian said with a light smile.

At this time, Yuan Qing ran over. "Lin Guijun, the carriage is ready."

"Then, Second Imperial Consort, I'll go back first." Lin Jiabao was helped into the carriage by Mama Gui. He waved goodbye to Wen Wenqian.

"Lin Guijun, be careful on your way back." Wen Wenqian watched as the carriage that Lin Guijun sat in was carried away by four sturdy bodyguards.

Her eyes were tightly fixed on the luxurious and exquisite carriage. She didn't come back to her senses for a long time.