Previously, Yu Jingchen would be reminded of Nan Zhiyun when he saw Yu Wan'er in such a state, but now he found it rather irritating.
"If you have something to say, then say it. Why are you hesitating?" Yu Jingchen's expression was impatient.
"Your humble servant... your humble servant heard that Your Majesty and Consort Shu are both going on the spring hunt... this humble servant also wishes to go..." Yu Wan'er knelt before Yu Jingchen.
"What are you going for? The hunting grounds are not places you can go to as you please," Yu Jingchen replied, though he didn't directly refuse.
"Your humble servant... your humble servant is a bit curious. My royal brothers and sisters have all gone before... this humble servant has never been, so I wish to go too. I beg Your Majesty..." Yu Wan'er stammered, finally finishing her sentence.
However, what she said was true. Last year, Yu Jingchen had allowed these three children to go on the spring hunt, but Yu Wan'er was timid, had been ill during that time, and her mother consort had also forbidden her from going, so she had missed out.
"Then go," Yu Jingchen agreed, perhaps a little too easily.
Yu Wan'er had only intended to try, she never expected Yu Jingchen to actually agree. She felt somewhat overwhelmed by the favor.
"Yes, thank you, Your Majesty!" Yu Wan'er quickly expressed her gratitude.
Yu Jingchen didn't say much more, only stating, "If you have nothing else, go back. We will have people prepare for you these few days. Do not run around then."
"Yes, this humble servant understands. This humble servant takes her leave." Yu Wan'er's tone clearly indicated her current good mood.
Seeing Yu Wan'er leave, Yu Jingchen said no more. He carried Nan Zhiyun back into the room and then set her down.
"Does Your Majesty dislike the Second Princess?" Nan Zhiyun couldn't help but ask.
"It's not a matter of dislike. She is a princess. As long as she behaves herself, I will not be lacking towards her," Yu Jingchen had never placed much importance on familial affection. He had only allowed these children to be born because of the circumstances at the time, so he had not invested much emotion in them.
Nan Zhiyun did not respond to his answer. She suddenly wondered if His Majesty would react similarly if she were to have children in the future.
Seeing Nan Zhiyun's expression, Yu Jingchen knew what she was thinking. He placed his hand on her head, "Yun'er is overthinking again. I am very much looking forward to a baby with Yun'er. When our child is born, it won't be like this." Yu Jingchen said.
"Mhm," Nan Zhiyun said nothing else. The matter of children was still some way off, wasn't it... Nan Zhiyun actually didn't have much expectation for pregnancy. To be honest, she was quite worried and afraid. So, let nature take its course.
"Let me see your injury," Yu Jingchen was now solely concerned about Nan Zhiyun's earlier cry of pain, and wanted to confirm the extent of the injury. He had checked it after yesterday's events, and it was somewhat red and swollen. He had applied medicine, but it seemed to have had little effect.
Nan Zhiyun was startled when Yu Jingchen said he wanted to see. She had been asleep when Yu Jingchen applied medicine last night, but now... Nan Zhiyun couldn't accept it.
"No..." Nan Zhiyun refused.
"Are you feeling shy now? I've already seen everything there is to see. Why are you feeling shy now? Is there any part of you that I don't know?" Yu Jingchen teased.
Nan Zhiyun blushed profusely at Yu Jingchen's words. Just as Yu Jingchen was about to reach out and lift Nan Zhiyun's skirt, he was immediately stopped by her. Her movements were filled with a sense of panic.