lcionline Chapter 687 I'll Carry You Over
Chapter 687 I'll Carry You Over
There was a pair of lotus flowers embroidered on her pink bellyband.
He had one more piece of clothing on him than Nangong Xuanyu.
Shen Zhinian held the chess piece in his hand and looked at Nangong Xuanyu with a smile, his eyes showing some agility and cunning: "Your Majesty, are you sure you want to continue?"
If he loses another game, this man will... Wouldn't that be a loss to the dignity of the emperor?
Nangong Xuanyu's eyes deepened, and the look in his eyes when he looked at Shen Zhinian was filled with admiration but also a hint of helplessness.
Nian Nian shouldn't think too much during pregnancy. After giving birth to Ah Xu, she was either in confinement or handling the affairs of the six palaces. The last time they played chess was a long time ago.
At that time, Nangong Xuanyu thought that he already had a thorough understanding of her chess skills, so he made this bet today.
He never thought that he had underestimated Nian Nian.
This woman's chess skills are on par with his.
It seems that Nian Nian was hiding her abilities before.
Whenever Nangong Xuanyu thought that he knew Shen Zhinian well enough, he would discover something mysterious about her.
This is also the reason why, even though the two have known each other for such a long time, the emperor still feels a strong sense of novelty towards Shen Zhinian.
He did not answer Shen Zhinian's question, but made it clear with his actions.
Nangong Xuanyu threw the chess piece in his hand into the chess box, stood up, picked up Shen Zhinian horizontally, and walked towards the bathroom.
"After playing chess for such a long time, it's time for Nian Nian to take a bath and rest. I'll carry you over."
The bathroom is connected to the bedroom, separated by a bead curtain and a screen.
In order to stabilize his body, Shen Zhinian subconsciously climbed up Nangong Xuanyu's neck with his slender arms.
Seeing the oversized bathtub, the corners of her mouth twitched fiercely...
Shen Zhinian couldn't help but feel lucky that there was no one else in the inner room, otherwise she would be too embarrassed to see anyone with their current appearance...
Playing chess is very time-consuming, and by this time the sky was already turning pale.
During the day, all the concubines in the palace came to Zhongcui Palace to pay their respects. Shen Zhinian was really afraid that Nangong Xuanyu would keep making trouble again...
After all, she is a mortal, not made of iron, and she really doesn't have that much energy.
"His Majesty……"
Shen Zhinian placed her hands on Nangong Xuanyu's chest and said shyly, "I still have a lot of things to do during the day."
"Please let me go this time, okay?"
Nangong Xuanyu looked down at Shen Zhinian, and suddenly felt helpless: "What are you thinking about?"
"In a little while, I will go to court. You are not afraid, but I am worried that the imperial censors in the court will say that I am a tyrant who indulges in beauty."
"It turns out that Nian Nian thinks about these things all day long..."
Shen Zhinian: "..."
Ah, no.
Who first proposed this "prize"?
Why is it that every time this man is the one who is not serious, he always manages to put the blame on her perfectly in the end?
Shen Zhinian did not indulge Nangong Xuanyu this time. She snorted and said, "Whether it is me who thinks about it all day long, or your majesty, you know it in your heart."
"Nian Nian is just a weak woman, she can't bear such a heavy burden..."
Nangong Xuanyu shook his head: "You, you."
"You have a sharp tongue anyway. I can't argue with you."
Shen Zhinian raised his head and said, "It is said that if you are right, you can go anywhere in the world, but if you are wrong, you can't go anywhere."
In the bathtub, Nangong Xuanyu's hands were not very honest. But as he said, he would go to court in a while, so he didn't torment her this time.
After the two of them finished bathing, Nangong Xuanyu carried Shen Zhinian back to the bed tent. Li Changde's respectful voice rang out outside: "Your Majesty, it's time to go to court..."
His Majesty has been an extremely diligent emperor since he ascended the throne. It is only when it comes to Concubine Chen that he needs to remind her to go to court.
His Majesty always said that he valued rules and would not allow any woman in the harem to be an exception. But he made exceptions again and again for Concubine Chen...
Of course, Li Changde only dared to think about this in his heart and did not dare to say it out loud.
After all, he still needs his head...
Nangong Xuanyu summoned the palace maids to come in and serve.
He touched Shen Zhinian's cheek and said gently, "Nian Nian, take a good rest first. I will come to see you when I am done with my work."
Shen Zhinian glared at him unhappily: "In a little while, all the concubines in the palace will come to pay their respects. How can I have time to rest?"
She shouldn't have been fooling around with this man last night.
"Isn't this simple?"
Nangong Xuanyu said, "Li Changde, pass on my order, tell them not to disturb Concubine Chen's rest, and everyone should come to pay respects after lunch."
Li Changde had gotten used to the emperor making exceptions for Shen Zhinian time and time again: "I obey your order!"
only……
He glanced secretly in the direction of the bed curtains.
It seems that last night, His Majesty and Concubine Chen...the Concubine Chen couldn't even get up in the morning.
Not only Li Changde, but all the palace maids in the inner chamber thought so.
Although they were a little worried, they were mostly happy.
Although this is against the rules, what in the palace is more important than your majesty's favor?
As long as His Majesty favors the Queen, no one dares to interfere.
Moreover, if the favored concubine didn't have any airs at all, could she still be called the most favored concubine in the harem?
Shen Zhinian could already imagine what everyone in the harem would think of her after this decree spread.
But Nangong Xuanyu’s imperial decree has been issued, what else can she do?
She hadn't had a good rest in the past two days, and now she was so sleepy that she couldn't even open her eyes.
Shen Zhinian decided not to wrong himself. If anyone was dissatisfied, they could go find Nangong Xuanyu.
……
as predicted.
Everyone's reactions were similar to what Shen Zhinian had guessed.
Some were surprised, some were dissatisfied, and some were jealous.
Only Concubine Liang smiled gently and said, "Your Highness, Concubine Chen has to assist in managing the six palaces, take care of the fourth prince, and serve His Majesty. It's normal for you to be tired because you are too busy to handle everything."
"In this case, the sisters in the harem should be more considerate of her."
When Concubine Kang heard this, she lowered her eyes slightly to hide the sarcastic smile in her eyes.
If the fingers of Concubine Liang's hand holding the teacup had not tightened slightly when she said this, she would have really believed it.
Concubine Kang was really curious. Concubine Liang pretended all day long and kept all the bad emotions in her heart. Wasn't she afraid of making herself sick?
Of course, Concubine Kang had an appreciative look on her face: "I'm sure Concubine Chen will be very happy to know that Concubine Liang is so sensible and considerate of her."
Concubine Liang smiled and nodded to Concubine Kang.
Ruoli stood behind Concubine Liang and rolled her eyes.
It's normal to feel tired when you are unable to cope with everything.
In her opinion, Concubine Chen was just spoiled because of her favor. She was just appointed as a concubine, but she didn't take the concubines in the harem seriously.
Who knows, before long, she will be even more arrogant and domineering than Liu was when she was a royal concubine!