jdhmnovel Chapter 249 Fang Nanxi's Transmigration to the Qing Dynasty 3
Chapter 249 Fang Nanxi's Transmigration to the Qing Dynasty 3
Chapter 249 Fang Nanxi's Time Travel in the Qing Dynasty (3)
Although the Fujin (principal wife) verbally said she would promote Fang Gege (princess Fang), she didn't really take it to heart. In her view, if Fang Nanxi suffered some hardship, she would be able to rely on her in the future.
She could promote a princess to keep the inner court in check, but she absolutely did not want to cultivate another arrogant and unruly person like Li Shi.
However, the scenario that the Fujin (principal wife) envisioned for Fang Nanxi to suffer did not materialize.
Fang Nanxi held silver notes in her hand, her wealth abundant, more than she could possibly spend in a short time. With money paving the way, and the loyal Xingluo and Qiushuang by her side, and without the need to rise early to pay her respects, she lived a carefree and enviable life.
As March arrives, the weather in Beijing gradually warms up, and everything comes back to life.
Fang Nanxi suddenly had a whim to go fishing at the small pond near Qinglan Garden. She instructed Xingluo to prepare the necessary items, and then went to the pond.
She lay comfortably in a reclining chair, surrounded by exquisite tea snacks and tea sets. To her right, a fishing rod hung quietly in the water, while Xingluo attentively served Fang Nanxi as she brewed tea.
After leaving Qinglan Garden, Qiu Shuang noticed that it was getting late and prepared to remind Fang Nanxi that it was time to go back for lunch.
She hadn't gone far when she saw two men standing near the small pond. Qiu Shuang warily eyed them, when suddenly one of them shouted sternly, "How dare you! You haven't even bowed to the Fourth Prince yet!"
"Greetings to the Fourth Prince." Qiu Shuang was startled and hurriedly bowed.
The Fourth Prince before me had delicate features, with deep and sharp phoenix eyes, and a tall but slightly thin figure. Perhaps due to his status as a prince, he exuded an innate air of nobility.
The Fourth Prince was tricked and made some mistakes while handling affairs at the Ministry of Works in recent days, and was scolded by the Emperor.
Feeling frustrated, he had come to this secluded place to find some peace and quiet, but unexpectedly, he encountered a beautiful woman leisurely fishing. Her relaxed and carefree demeanor instantly calmed his previously agitated mood.
However, he did not show himself rashly. Few people usually came to this small pond, and the fact that this woman appeared here seemed too coincidental to him, so he couldn't help but be suspicious.
Fourth Master glanced at Su Peisheng beside him, and Su Peisheng immediately understood, saying to Qiu Shuang, "You know what to say and what not to say, right?"
Qiu Shuang nodded repeatedly. Although she didn't know why she had encountered the Fourth Prince here, she was Fang Nanxi's person and would naturally inform her own princess about it.
Fourth Master glanced at Fang Nanxi lying on the chair again, then turned and left, with Su Peisheng following closely behind him.
"Princess, it's getting late, lunch is almost here," Xingluo gently reminded her.
Fang Nanxi put down the book in her hand, glanced at the empty fishing rod, and sighed softly: "Sigh, no luck again today."
"Xingluo, pack up, let's go back to Qinglan Garden," Fang Nanxi said.
"Yes, Princess." Xingluo quickly began packing her things. She didn't have much to begin with, and Qiushuang came over to help.
After the three returned to Qinglan Garden, Qiu Shuang said, "Princess, the Fourth Prince was just near the small pond."
Fang Nanxi's lips curled up slightly, revealing a smile. In fact, she had already planned to meet with the Fourth Master.
If they never had a chance to meet, then in the 46th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign, Niohuru and Geng entered the mansion, and three years later, Nian would also enter the mansion.
She must get pregnant before these three people enter the manor, raise the child safely, and find the real culprit who framed the original owner in order to complete her basic mission.
"Okay, go and bring lunch over," Fang Nanxi said calmly.
After Qiu Shuang left, Xing Luo couldn't help but ask, "Was the princess doing this on purpose?"
Fang Nanxi gently tapped Xingluo's head and chuckled. Xingluo was quite clever and could guess her intentions, while Qiushuang couldn't. However, Qiushuang was honest, steady, and trustworthy.
"It's good that you understand. I've been in this manor for almost a year, and both the primary wife and the secondary wife have been deliberately preventing me from seeing the Fourth Master. If I don't use some tricks, they'll really think I'm easy to bully." Fang Nanxi's eyes revealed a hint of determination. She not only wanted to secure a place for herself, but also to avenge the original owner of this body.
In the following days, Fang Nanxi continued to go fishing at the small pond every day, looking leisurely and unhurried, as if she didn't care at all whether her plan would succeed.
Meanwhile, Fourth Master has been coming to the small pond every day these past few days, and he always manages to see Fang Nanxi.
The main reason was the pleasant weather recently, and Fang Nanxi's relaxed demeanor seemed to have a magical power that gradually dispelled his unease and anxiety.
He couldn't help but come frequently, just to catch a glimpse of Fang Nanxi.
Su Peisheng was quite puzzled by this. If the Fourth Prince cared about this princess, he could have just summoned her directly. Why did he have to sneak around to the small pond every day without speaking to Fang Nanxi? Su Peisheng really couldn't understand the Fourth Prince's thoughts.
In mid-March, a light drizzle began to fall from the sky. The rain was fine and dense, as soft as cow's hair. Fang Nanxi did not go to the small pond today.
In the manor, everyone thought she was frail, and that going fishing on a rainy day would inevitably seem a bit deliberate.
However, Fang Nanxi was not in a hurry. She had just turned sixteen this year and celebrated her birthday in February. As long as she got pregnant before she turned seventeen, that would be fine.
She knew all too well that Niohuru was no innocent victim, and might even be carrying some secret medicine from the previous dynasty. Since things were relatively peaceful in the manor, she could patiently wait for her opportunity.
Although the relationship between the Fourth Prince and his wife was lukewarm, the Fourth Prince still considered his wife's feelings and would stay overnight in the main courtyard on the first and fifteenth of each month.
After finishing dinner, the Fourth Prince took a book and sat on a recliner to read, while his wife dressed and groomed herself.
Suddenly, Chun Tao, a maidservant of Consort Li, rushed into the main courtyard in a panic, shouting as she ran, "The Third Prince is ill and wants to see the Fourth Prince."
Upon hearing this, the Fourth Prince's expression instantly turned serious. He only had two sons in his household. The Second Prince had always been in poor health, while the Third Prince had just turned one year old this year. They had held a simple first birthday banquet in February because they were worried that a grand celebration would diminish the Third Prince's good fortune.
"My lord, as the third prince's legal mother, I should accompany you," the princess said with a worried expression, a hint of fierceness flashing in her eyes.
She knew in her heart that Li was becoming increasingly unruly. Today was the fifteenth, and she actually sent someone to the main courtyard to call the Fourth Master away.
After saying this, the princess instructed Lanxin to quickly help her with her hair and makeup. Fortunately, she hadn't changed her clothes yet, only removed some hair ornaments, and was ready in less than fifteen minutes.
When the Fourth Prince heard his wife say this, he didn't stop her. He knew that Lady Li was vying for the Emperor's favor and might use the Third Prince's illness to achieve her goal. However, there were few children in the household, and he cared deeply for his children, so he was usually quite lenient with Lady Li.
The Fourth Prince and his wife arrived at Ruixiang Courtyard, the third largest courtyard in the mansion. It was where the Fourth Prince agreed to let Lady Li move in when she became a secondary consort.
Upon hearing the commotion, Madam Li immediately composed herself, adopting a pitiful appearance with tears still glistening in her eyes. Although she was already twenty-nine years old (assuming she was two years older than the Fourth Prince) and had given birth to three sons and one daughter, she still retained her charm.
"My lord, you've finally arrived! I was so worried about the Third Prince!" Li Shi completely ignored the Fujin and rushed straight into the Fourth Prince's arms.
The Fujin's face immediately darkened. Li Shi was being so intimate with the Fourth Prince in front of her, completely disregarding her, the Fujin.
The Fourth Prince also felt somewhat uncomfortable. It was one thing for Li to act this way in private, but in front of his wife, he still wanted to maintain some composure. After all, Li was now the mother of two sons and a daughter.
"Ahem, Madam Li, be mindful of your manners. Have you summoned the royal physician? How is the Third Prince?" The Fourth Prince gently pushed Madam Li aside and asked.
Only then did Lady Li notice the Fujin (principal wife), and she quickly greeted her, saying, "Greetings to the master, greetings to the Fujin."
In truth, Li knew perfectly well whether the Third Prince was ill or not; she was merely using an excuse to summon the Fourth Prince to Ruixiang Courtyard.
"Not yet, I... I haven't called the physician yet," Li stammered in reply.
When the Fujin saw Li's guilty look, she knew that Li was using the Third Prince's illness to compete for favor. She was a little displeased, but still said worriedly, "The Third Prince has just turned one year old and is still very weak. We should quickly ask the royal physician to come and take a look."
"Su Peisheng!" Fourth Master immediately gave the order.