Dugu Jingyao is reborn as Li Chu's beloved

Chapter 426 Testing Li Wanqing

In fact, Li Chu and Dugu Jingyao both suspected Li Wanqing, but she did things cleanly and efficiently without leaving any loopholes, so the two of them could not do anything to her.

It was not until the third day after they pretended to quarrel that Dugu Jingyao finally waited for Li Wanqing. In fact, Dugu Jingyao had already woken up, but she specifically asked Shi Jian to say that she had not woken up yet, but it was almost time for her to wake up.

So she said, "Since the princess is about to wake up, I am a free man anyway, so it's okay for me to wait for her."

Upon hearing this, Shi Jian sent someone to lead Li Wanqing to the flower hall. She said, "Then Li Liang Di, please go to the flower hall with this maid first. I will go and see if the princess has woken up."

Li Wanqing nodded slightly and went to the flower hall, while Shi Jian went to find Dugu Jingyao.

Seeing Shi Jian coming back, Dugu Jingyao knew that Li Wanqing must not have left yet, so she said, "Since she is patient, let her wait a little longer. Would Yue'er help her with her makeup?"

Liu Jingyue naturally agreed readily, and then began to dress up Dugu Jingyao carefully. After about two quarters of an hour, the makeup was ready. Dugu Jingyao took a closer look and was satisfied: the makeup was light, and it looked like she was not wearing any makeup, and there was even a hint of illness on her face, which was exactly what she wanted.

Then Shi Jian combed her hair into a simple bun, helped her change her clothes, and then went to the flower hall.

Arriving at the flower hall, Dugu Jingyao put on a weak look and said, "Sorry, I kept Sister Li waiting for so long."

Hearing Dugu Jingyao's words, Li Wanqing stood up and saluted, saying, "Your Highness pays respects to the princess."

Dugu Jingyao helped her up when she passed by, and then said, "Sister, don't be so polite, please sit down."

Li Wanqing thanked him and sat down as he said. Dugu Jingyao was also helped by Si Jian to sit at the top of the table. Li Wanqing glanced at the top of the table and found that Dugu Jingyao still looked very weak and pale, and did not look very healthy.

As soon as she sat down, Dugu Jingyao asked, "Why did Sister Li come here today?"

Li Wanqing was about to stand up and apologize when she heard this. Dugu Jingyao saw her and said, "Didn't I tell you not to be so polite? Sit down and talk."

Li Wanqing hadn't intended to truly apologize, so after thanking him, she sat down and said, "I had intended to visit you two days ago, but when I learned of your Highness's quarrel with you on the first day, Sister Zheng had already arrived. I figured since someone had already offered me this much-needed help, I decided not to join in the fun. As for yesterday, I heard that Aunt Xu, who was with my mother, and the Crown Prince had arrived, so I didn't want to interrupt your conversation. So, I didn't come until today."

Dugu Jingyao smiled and said, "Sister Li is a smart person. Even if you come after Sister Zheng, it will not make things worse, but icing on the cake."

Li Wanqing was puzzled. After all, Dugu Jingyao had always been closer to Zheng Wan, so why was she talking about her good points today and wanting her to come visit? Was she suspicious of her?

However, she quickly rejected this idea. She asked herself that there should be no flaws, otherwise Dugu Jingyao would not have to test her here, but would have sent someone to arrest her directly.

When she came to her senses, she only heard Dugu Jingyao calling her: "Sister Li, Sister Li..."

Li Wanqing then said, "Princess, you call me concubine?"

Dugu Jingyao nodded and asked, "Yes, I called you several times just now, but you didn't answer me. Are you thinking about something? Or are you feeling unwell?"

Li Wanqing smiled awkwardly. "Maybe I woke up early today, so I was a little distracted just now. I'm really sorry."

Dugu Jingyao said, "Okay, I'm glad you're alright. By the way, I'm in the early stages of my pregnancy, and the doctor told me to move less. If you have time, please come and stay with me. After all, Yue'er will be leaving the palace once my father recovers."

Li Wanqing was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Okay, as long as you are well, Princess, I can come and accompany you anytime. After all, I have nothing to do every day except reading and writing. I hope you don't mind me bothering you."

Dugu Jingyao smiled and said, "What are you talking about, little sister? How could I possibly dislike you? After all, talking to a smart person is a happy thing."

The two just smiled at each other and didn't talk about it anymore. Dugu Jingyao turned around and asked, "By the way, Sister Li, why do other people here all advise me not to get angry with His Highness, but you don't seem to be trying to persuade me?"

Li Wanqing replied, "Your Highness said I'm a smart person, and I agree. Furthermore, if persuasion were effective, Your Highness and Your Highness would have reconciled long ago. So, I believe that once Your Highness understands the situation, she'll naturally stop quarreling with Your Highness."

Dugu Jingyao covered her lips and smiled, "Oh, it seems that my sister still understands me! If you continue like this, you will soon see through me."

Li Wanqing quickly knelt down and said, "I dare not."

Dugu Jingyao pretended to be angry and said, "What are you doing? Get up!"

Li Wanqing wondered if she had said too much. She didn't dare to get up, fearing she'd exposed herself. Dugu Jingyao said, "Get up. I've already said you're smart, but you can't be too smart. Otherwise, you might end up being too clever for your own good."

Li Wanqing was a little confused. Was Dugu Jingyao threatening her or reminding her? She could only bow her head and say, "Thank you, Princess. I can save myself the trouble."

Dugu Jingyao put on a smiling face again and motioned Shijian to go over and help Li Wanqing up. Li Wanqing then stood up with the help of Shijian's strength.

After chatting for about an incense stick of time, Dugu Jingyao yawned, covering her lips. Li Wanqing could see that, regardless of whether Dugu Jingyao was truly sleepy or not, she was ready to send her away. So she took the initiative to salute and said, "I was so engrossed in chatting with the princess that I forgot the time. The princess is pregnant and deserves more rest."

Dugu Jingyao apologized, "I'm so sorry. I've often felt sleepy since I became pregnant. But if you have time, you can come and sit with me more often."

Li Wanqing bowed politely and said, "Princess, please have a good rest. I will take my leave now."

Dugu Jingyao nodded slightly to show her agreement, and Li Wanqing then withdrew.