jdhmnovel Chapter 375 History repeats itself
Chapter 375 History repeats itself
Back at Lu Garden.
Princess Yuqing only said one sentence to Lu Qingyao, "I'm entrusting my daughter to you," before hurriedly returning to the princess's residence through a side gate.
The princess's appearance had a strange sense of familiarity.
Lu Qingyao glanced at Xiuxiu, wanting to ask what was going on.
Xiuxiu understood immediately and said, "Yesterday, after Lord Cui left Lu Garden, he went to the palace. I thought he was going to enter the palace, so I waited outside the palace gates until dark before Princess Yuqing finally appeared..."
As she spoke, Xiuxiu leaned close to Lu Qingyao's ear and said mysteriously, "Sister, let me tell you, I saw the two of them returning to the Cui residence together. Lord Cui even carried the princess inside, tsk tsk!"
"Ah! So you spent the night at the Cui residence?" Lu Qingyao's eyes widened.
"That's right, otherwise why would I have disguised myself as a maid and come back with Miaomiao?"
Lu Qingyao nodded thoughtfully, "Did anyone else see this?"
"No, I've taken care of all the tailings around the princess's residence and our gate. Besides, I don't dare approach the people the princess brings with her. I don't know why, but lately there seem to be a lot of people watching the princess."
Jiang Miaomiao just watched her mother and aunt Miaomiao, ignoring her presence, whispering to each other.
Just like the aunties in Taoxi Village.
Although he spoke very softly, she heard every single word he said.
Feeling the need to explain, she tugged at her mother's sleeve, "Mother, the princess slept with me last night."
Lu Qingyao was stunned and almost burst out laughing.
She pinched her daughter's cheek and said, "Mother knows."
"Mother, I've found my real father! Uncle Cui really is my father! From now on, with the princess and the prime minister protecting us, we can rest easy."
Lu Qingyao: "...I understand!"
The little guy's arrogant attitude is really asking for a beating.
After Cui Yan asked her about Miao Miao's background, she guessed that the family of three would most likely recognize each other.
Miaomiao will probably stay at the Cui residence for a few more days.
But just a few days later, the little guy came bouncing back.
Could it be that Prime Minister Cui finds her too noisy?
Lu Qingyao squatted down in front of her daughter and asked, "Miaomiao, let me ask you, does your biological father love you?"
"I like it, and it even taught me how to write."
"Why is the princess rushing back so urgently? Has something happened at the Cui residence?"
“Yes, it’s a big deal.” Miao Miao nodded like a chick pecking at rice. “Mother, it’s terrible! The Emperor and the Crown Prince ate the imperial rice, and they’re probably not long for this world…”
Xiuxiu followed, and was about to step into the house when she heard this. She withdrew her foot, turned around, and went back out.
Hmm! It's best for her to know as little as possible about what happens in the palace.
Lu Qingyao instinctively covered her daughter's mouth and quickly went out to check.
Seeing that Xiuxiu and Xier were guarding outside and all the servants had been sent away, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.
He secretly grumbled to himself.
Princess Yuqing is really something; she doesn't even try to hide things from her daughter about palace matters.
Before she could ask any more questions, the little guy started chattering in her ear.
“Mother, the Emperor and the Crown Prince are sick. I heard they both ate something called Imperial Rice. Imperial Rice can be used as medicine and also as a dish. The Emperor often eats Imperial Rice porridge, but eating too much of it can be addictive, causing delirium, hallucinations, and even epilepsy. My mother, the princess, said that someone might be deliberately trying to harm them.”
Upon hearing this, Lu Qingyao's expression changed instantly.
He pulled Miaomiao up and walked outside. When he reached Xiuxiu, he said, "Xiuxiu, have someone prepare a carriage. We're going to Prince Jing's mansion now."
"Sister, shouldn't we send out invitations first?" Xiuxiu actually wanted to tell her sister that the capital city was not like Jiangzhou.
If they went directly to Prince Jing's residence without sending an invitation, they probably wouldn't even get past the gatekeeper.
“It’s too late. I suspect that Princess Jing also ate the imperial rice that Miao Miao mentioned. A few days ago, I went to see Jiang Yue, and she said that Princess Jing was pregnant. The Emperor was so happy that he bestowed many things upon Princess Jing, including the imperial rice that Miao Miao mentioned. The Emperor even regarded it as a divine medicine and asked Prince Jing to make soup for the Princess.”
Lu Qingyao was extremely worried.
She also sent several sheep to her aunt in Miaomiao's name to help her recover.
King Jing, don't be foolish enough to actually put that thing in the soup.
Jiang Miaomiao felt a headache coming on when she heard this.
This emperor grandfather must be senile; he'd give anything to a pregnant woman to eat.
Not only do they harm themselves, but they also harm their descendants.
Others might be a burden to their fathers, but he's a burden to his son.
"Mother, I have a way to get into Prince Jing's mansion." Miao Miao said as she ran back into the house.
She started rummaging through drawers and cabinets again, looking for her jade pendant.
I thought it was useless before, but now it's actually come in handy.
We arrived at Prince Jing's residence.
The gatekeeper, seeing that they were unfamiliar faces, did not even present their visiting cards before wanting to see the princess.
Dreaming.
He was about to send them away when he said, "Madam, you should present your visiting card first. Even with a visiting card, the princess might not necessarily see you, let alone without one."
"Can I enter without a visiting card?" Jiang Miaomiao took out a jade pendant and waved it in front of him.
The doorman was about to say no when the words caught in his throat.
He remembered that the little girl had come to the palace with Princess Yuqing that winter.
The girl is so beautiful, even though more than half a year has passed.
He still remembers.
Moreover, she also possessed her master's jade pendant.
They must be the master's distinguished guest.
"Yes, of course you can enter." The gatekeeper immediately put on a smiling face. "My lord has entered the palace. This servant will go and inform the princess right away."
After saying that, he quickly ran back.
After waiting for a short while, the nanny who was with Mu Qianxue came out.
The doorman felt a pang of unease, relieved that he hadn't offended these people. He had the keen eye to memorize their faces.
Mu Qianxue was taking a nap on the couch when she heard Lu Qingyao and Miaomiao arrive.
She went out to greet her happily, and saw the little girl running towards her, hugging her tightly.
He asked with great concern, "Aunt, are you alright?"
Mu Qianxue was taken aback at first, and then she realized what was happening.
The girl my aunt called out to was her.
It was only after their marriage that Prince Jing told her that Miao Miao was Princess Yuqing's daughter and his own niece.
It's hard to believe that such a coincidence could happen in the world.
No wonder she felt that Miao Miao's eyes were somewhat similar to those of Prince Jing from the very first time she saw her.
But Miaomiao is Yao's daughter, and has absolutely no connection to the royal family.
I didn't even consider any other possibilities.
I never expected it to be my own niece.
Mu Qianxue smiled and gently rubbed the little one's cheek. "How could Miaomiao bear to come see her aunt?"
"Not only me, but my mother has also come. She has something to discuss with you."
Lu Qingyao didn't bother with formalities and immediately grabbed her hand, asking her all sorts of questions.
"Is Your Highness feeling unwell anywhere?"
"What did the Princess eat today?"
"Is royal rice included in the Princess's meals?"
"I'm fine, Sister Yao, what's wrong with you?" Mu Qianxue was bewildered by Lu Qingyao's question.
But she still replied, "I had some stewed mutton for lunch and just had some porridge. Sister Yao, I haven't thanked you for the mutton you sent. This mutton is especially delicious."
Jiang Miaomiao's heart pounded, as if history was repeating itself.
Adding that stuff to the soup makes it extra fragrant.
Oh no!
My aunt probably ate it.
I wonder how much they ate?
Will it affect the fetus?
……