Feng Wuyang saw Liu Liu cheering up and became even happier, giggling and gently nudging Liu Liu's body.
"Imperial Sister-in-law, aren't you happy? You're going to be a mother, and I'm going to be an aunt. When this little darling is born, you must let him come to see me. What should Auntie prepare for him?"
Cui'er watched the two women's gleeful expressions and felt a growing unease. The Emperor hadn't been happy just now; on the contrary, he had been very gloomy. She was terrified he might do something to betray Her Majesty.
But how could things concerning the masters be decided by lowly maids like them? Still, she had to remind Her Majesty. Her Majesty was so happy about having a little baby inside her. If anything happened to the baby, what a blow it would be to her!
Feng Wuyang and Liu Liu were chatting. Seeing Cui'er silent for a long time, she turned her head and asked curiously, "Cui'er, why aren't you coming over to congratulate your mistress?"
"Yes, this servant congratulates Mistress." Liu Liu also noticed Cui'er's odd behavior, but she didn't want to question Cui'er in front of Wuyang. She waved her hand and ordered, "Cui'er, everyone in Weiyang Palace gets a reward. Go and arrange it immediately."
"Yes, Your Ladyship," Cui'er nodded. The happier her mistress was, the more uneasy she felt. Nevertheless, she dutifully accepted the order and walked out. Soon, thunderous cheers could be heard from outside the sleeping chambers. It seemed everyone knew about the Empress's pregnancy.
Inside the sleeping chambers, Wuyang looked at Liu Liu and took her hand. "Imperial Sister-in-law, your body seems a bit weak. For the baby's sake, you must be more careful from now on. Look, everyone is so happy. You must eat well and get plump, so the baby will be beautiful."
"Thank you, Wuyang. I will," Liu Liu smiled and nodded. At this moment, she was no longer cold or indifferent; she had softened entirely because she was about to become a mother. A woman is only truly perfect when she becomes a mother.
"But that girl Cui'er seemed a bit off. Ask her what's going on later."
Wuyang reminded Liu Liu. Liu Liu nodded. Just then, Cui'er walked in and, hearing their words, turned her head unnaturally to look elsewhere. Wuyang suddenly remembered something, looked around, and asked curiously.
"Where is Imperial Brother? Cui'er, where is the Emperor?"
"The Emperor has returned."
Cui'er's expression flickered as she replied uncomfortably. Liu Liu saw the expression on Cui'er's face clearly, and her heart sank. She subconsciously touched her stomach, gently.
Recalling the Emperor's words yesterday about the De Fei's child being adopted by her, and today she was pregnant, he was actually unhappy. She didn't know what he would do next. She secretly resolved, "Baby, Mama will protect you. Shall we try together?"
"Returned? Why is he like this? This is his child, and he still has the heart to leave? Imperial Brother is truly too much," Princess Wuyang said indignantly. Liu Liu patted her arm and smiled softly. "The Emperor naturally has state affairs to attend to. I believe he will come to see me. Wuyang, don't be angry. Imperial Sister-in-law is tired and wants to rest for a while."
Hearing Liu Liu's words, Wuyang immediately nodded obediently. "Alright, Imperial Sister-in-law. You rest, I'm going back. I'll come back to accompany you later."
"Mm, don't forget to go see Jin Shu. He'll be worried," Liu Liu nodded, reminding her. Wuyang left Weiyang Palace with a smile. After the princess left the sleeping chambers, Liu Liu's eyes fixed on Cui'er's face, remaining there for a long time, making Cui'er's scalp tingle. She asked softly, "What's wrong, Your Ladyship?"
"Speak. I know you must have something to say. Don't make me angry."
Liu Liu's words were somewhat cold, and her expression became serious. Cui'er quickly knelt down. "Your Ladyship, just now, when the Emperor heard that Your Ladyship was pregnant, he seemed displeased, very displeased. This servant fears... Your Ladyship should be careful."
As soon as Cui'er finished speaking, Liu Liu felt her head buzz. She felt dazed. What was all this for? That man didn't like her being pregnant but wanted to give her a child to raise. She didn't know what he was thinking.
Liu Liu couldn't figure it out, but she was certain that the harmony they had just established had disintegrated again, and she hated him terribly at this moment. Yes, she hadn't hated him before, but now a kind of hatred had emerged.
Human emotions are truly strange, Liu Liu thought with a bitter smile and waved for Cui'er to get up.
"Get up, Cui'er. Perhaps we are overthinking things. But from now on, everything I eat must be tested with a silver hairpin. I cannot let anyone harm my baby."
Liu Liu's expression returned to its cool detachment. She placed her hand on her belly. Even if she couldn't become the Crown Prince of Tian Feng, baby, Mama can still make you a superior person in the martial world. Does it matter if you are the Crown Prince or not?
By evening, Feng Xie appeared and bestowed many gifts upon Liu Liu. His handsome face flickered with the glow of joy.
His dark eyes sparkled with the brilliance of gems, and his thin lips curved into a tempting smile, dazzling Liu Liu. She didn't know what this man meant. Didn't Cui'er say the Emperor was unhappy?
Now it seemed that was not the case at all. She didn't know if he was genuinely happy or just putting on an act. If he was genuinely happy, she would accept him wholeheartedly. If it was fake, she had to admit his acting skills were too profound.
"Your Majesty, why are you so happy?" Liu Liu asked indifferently.
Feng Xie took Liu Liu's hand. The icy touch of his fingertips, he tenderly brought it to his lips and blew on it, saying softly, "Liu'er is pregnant. How can I not be happy? This is the future Crown Prince!"
Liu Liu carefully scanned his eyes. They were dark and unfathomable, with two flames flickering within, as if he were extremely happy, making it impossible for her to discern clearly. Was he truly looking forward to this child, or did he have other intentions?
Feng Xie felt both heartache and pain at Liu Liu's wariness. Had she started guarding against him for the sake of the child in her womb? His hand slowly slipped away. He truly loved this child.
"Liu'er, what's wrong?"
"Mm, nothing," Liu Liu shook her head, a smile forming on her lips. Since he was happy, she didn't need to fall out with him at this moment.
If he liked to pretend, then they would all pretend together and see what schemes he had. Liu Liu smiled charmingly at Feng Xie. "Thank you, Your Majesty."
"Liu'er, you're being too formal," Feng Xie's heart was filled with bitterness. He reached out and hugged Liu Liu, burying his head in her neck, inhaling her faint, elegant fragrance. However, Liu Liu was always ticklish and couldn't help but push him forcefully. "Your Majesty, I'm ticklish."
"Mm," he replied, but he didn't release her. He only moved his face away slightly. Seeing her so happy for the baby in her womb, he didn't know what to do next. He, Feng Xie, the pride of heaven, felt a sense of powerlessness for the first time. Should he protect this child, or should he not want him?
These two questions had been tormenting him all day. If he couldn't come up with an answer, he probably wouldn't be able to sleep tonight. Was there a solution that would satisfy both sides? His large hand touched Liu Liu's belly, and he sighed inwardly, "Baby, you've really come at the wrong time."
Liu Liu looked at Feng Xie's cautious demeanor, which was completely unlike what Cui'er had said. However, Cui'er wouldn't have said it for no reason, so she had to be even more careful. At this moment, she didn't have any martial arts skills and couldn't even protect her own baby.