Pregnant Before the Royal Marriage

Chapter 816: Chapter 816: Admiration _1

“I really have no idea.” Concubine Ya shook her head, “I have no excuse to go to Elegance Palace.”

Jiang Ning smiled knowingly, “So, you want me to take you to Elegance Palace and hopefully bump into the Emperor?”

Concubine Ya knelt down, “I hope the Princess Consort could assist.”

Jiang Ning held her chin and looked at her, laughing, “Concubine Ya, are you doing this because you want luxuries, or because you’ve fallen for the Emperor?”

Concubine Ya said softly, “Perhaps others see the Emperor as an old man, not as handsome and charming as the Crown Prince. But to me, the Emperor is composed, affectionate, and knowledgeable, which reassures me. I respect and admire him. Whether you believe it or not, Princess Consort, to me, he is the most powerful and exceptional man in the world.”

Jiang Ning laughed, “Why wouldn’t I believe it? It’s human nature to adore strength. It’s not like you’re the only woman in the Harem trying to win over the Emperor.”

“Will the Princess Consort be willing to help me?”

“It’s not impossible. Anyway, I had planned to visit Elegance Palace.” Jiang Ning glanced at her, “Don’t you need to freshen up?”

Concubine Ya looked down at herself and shook her head, “No need.”

“Are you sure?” Jiang Ning cast doubt on her, “Maybe you don’t know, but the Emperor has always liked those who are gorgeous and stunning. Your pale, plain looks might not be what he prefers.”

Concubine Ya responded, “I am aware of it. However, if I dressed flashy under circumstances like mine, it might not please the Emperor.”

“Alright, you’re the boss of your own affairs.”

Jiang Ning stood up, “Let’s go.”

Huang Ying had already prepared food boxes, filled with Xiaoqian’s and Wenzan Lingzi’s favorite snacks.

It was the first time they hadn’t come back for lunch. Wenzan and Lingzi were still young, Jiang Ning felt uncertain and wanted to check on them.

Concubine Ya offered, “Shall I help you carry it, Princess Consort?”

Jiang Ning handed the basket to Gufeng without looking at her, laughing, “No need to bother Concubine Ya for such a small matter.”

Concubine Ya looked embarrassed.

She was not trusted at all, yet she offered help eagerly. It was her own fault, really.

No matter what, she was a princess of an enemy state, probably no one in the Imperial Palace completely trusted her.

Concubine Ya quietly followed Jiang Ning to Elegance Palace.

Just as they entered, bursts of children’s laughter echoed.

Jiang Ning easily recognized Lingzi’s voice.

It was joyful and unrestrained.

As they got closer, clear sounds of hoof beats could be heard.

Jiang Ning frowned slightly.

Indeed, as soon as they entered, they saw Lingzi, wearing a red riding suit, riding a pony in the spacious horse ring. As the pony trotted along, Lingzi giggled incessantly.

Just like a small bundle of flame.

Xiaoqian and Wenzan were standing off to the side. Wenzan looked envious, while Xiaoqian appeared anxious.

He was, after all, older and had started to worry about Lingzi’s safety.

However, the man leading the horse was Chief Lin. It seemed steady and there seemed to be no danger.

Lin Shimo, who was usually dressed loosely, was now in short, neat attire. His long hair was tied in a high, flowing ponytail. Tall and slender, a purple waistband accentuated his slim waist.