As the morning light gradually brightened, the atmosphere in the palace became increasingly heavy.
Outside Consort Su's palace, several palace maids and eunuchs whispered to each other, their faces filled with unease and worry.
The imperial physicians were busy in the room, trying to stabilize Consort Su's condition, but she remained unconscious. Xiaolian stood on the side, hands tightly clenched, her eyes filled with anxiety and helplessness.
At this moment, Empress Chen, upon hearing the news, hurried to Consort Su's palace. Her arrival made the already tense atmosphere even more solemn.
"What happened?" Empress Chen's voice carried authority and concern.
Xiaolian quickly stepped forward and knelt down to pay her respects: "Your Majesty, Consort Su fainted suddenly after drinking tea this morning. The Imperial Physician is currently doing everything possible to save her."
Empress Chen's brows furrowed as she quickly walked into the room, her gaze fixed on Consort Su's pale face. She turned to the imperial physician and asked, "Physician, how is the condition of the consort?"
The Imperial Physician replied, "Your Majesty, Consort Su's condition is unstable, showing signs of a miscarriage. We are doing everything we can to save her."
Empress Chen's expression became more serious: "Who brewed this tea? Is it possible that something has been added to it?"
Xiaolian panicked and quickly responded, "It was brewed by this servant, but I can assure you that nothing unusual has been added. This tea has always been Your Majesty's favorite jasmine tea."
Empress Chen After a moment of contemplation, she immediately issued the order: "Send this tea for inspection right away and find out if there is anything unusual. At the same time, investigate whether there have been any unusual personnel entering or leaving the palace recently."
Lotus's mood became even heavier. She realized that this incident might trigger a series of harem disturbances, and it might even involve herself.
She pondered in her heart, the mastermind behind this was so cunning, actually directing the blame towards the people closest to Consort Su, leaving them in an indefensible predicament.
Lotus silently prayed in her heart, no matter her own fate, she only hoped that her loyal mistress, Consort Su, could safely navigate through this crisis.
Empress Chen's eyes flashed with a hint of contemplation. She turned and left, ordering the palace maids, "No matter what, we must protect the lives of Consort Su and the child."
Empress Chen quietly accompanied Consort Su in her palace, comforting her softly from time to time. Consort Su's emotions seemed very fragile, and Empress Chen was filled with sympathy and worry.
In the afternoon, after finishing the court affairs, the Emperor came to Consort Su's palace. Seeing Consort Su's pale face and weak state, the Emperor furrowed his brows, feeling a tinge of sorrow in his heart.
Empress Chen quietly accompanied Consort Su in her palace, comforting her softly from time to time. Consort Su appeared very fragile emotionally, and Empress Chen felt sympathy and concern in her heart.
After the emperor finished court, he also came to Consort Su's palace, inquiring about her condition with concern. At this time, Consort Su had already regained consciousness but still appeared extremely weak.
Imperial Physician reported to the Emperor with a serious expression, "Your Majesty, Consort Su has been drinking this tea for a long time. I'm afraid it may be irreversible. If we had discovered it two months earlier, there might have been a chance, but now... I'm afraid the child may not survive."
Upon hearing this, Consort Su's eyes flashed with determination, "Imperial Physician, I must save this child, no matter what. This child must be saved."
Imperial Physician shook his head, with a hint of helplessness in his tone: "Consort Su, even if induced labor is performed now, the child is not yet at full term. Even if forcibly delivered, it would be difficult to survive."
At this point, the Emperor spoke with unquestionable authority in his tone: "Just follow the medical advice of the imperial physician and do your best to treat her. The most important thing is to ensure the safety of the mother."
In the next two days, the atmosphere in the palace was heavy. The imperial physicians took turns day and night to provide treatment, but ultimately could not reverse the situation. In the end, Consort Su's child could not be saved.
Upon learning this news, Consort Su was overwhelmed with grief. Her eyes were filled with endless regret and sorrow, as if she had lost the most important part of her life.
The emperor looked at Consort Su's sorrow, filled with pity and self-reproach. He stood quietly by Consort Su's bedside, silently accompanying her, but not knowing how to comfort her.
Upon learning the news that the child did not survive, Empress Chen, while sympathetic towards Consort Su, became more vigilant, realizing that there may be deeper conspiracies behind this incident.
After learning this news, the other concubines in the palace each had their own thoughts. Some sympathized with Consort Su's plight, while others secretly assessed the impact of this tragedy on the power dynamics within the harem.
Consort Luo heard the unfortunate news of Consort Su's child in her own palace, and couldn't hide her joy.
She sneered and couldn't contain her satisfaction: "Consort Su, when you first entered the palace, you opposed me. Now, you can't even keep the child in your belly. Let's see how arrogant you can be in the future."
Consort Luo slowly got up and walked to the mirror to touch up her makeup, her eyes shimmering with a cunning light.
She muttered to herself, "The power dynamics in the harem are about to change again. Consort Su has fallen out of favor. It's time to let others know who truly has the ability to control the harem."
Her mind is treacherous and cunning. Instead of showing any sympathy for the misfortune of Consort Su, she sees it as an excellent opportunity to elevate her own status. Consort Luo has already planned how to use this event to further solidify her position in the harem.
At this moment, Empress Chen is pondering in her palace. She knows that the death of Consort Su's child is not just a tragedy, but may also be part of the scheming and plotting in the harem. She is well aware that behind this tragedy, there may be hidden even more complex conspiracies and collusions.
Empress Chen has decided to be more careful. She needs to protect herself and at the same time, she needs to protect those innocent concubines, preventing them from becoming victims of the scheming in the harem.
Emperor Han Yu is waiting in the bedroom, his eyes revealing deep concern.
Empress Chen entered the room, and their eyes met, both sensing the burden in each other's hearts.
She walked to the window, gazing at the moonlight outside, and after a moment of contemplation, said, "Your Majesty, this matter is too suspicious. Consort Su has always been in good health, how could this happen suddenly? servants are worried that there may be someone secretly manipulating this behind the scenes."
Emperor Han Yu Walking up to her, he whispered, "I share the same concern. The inner palace is full of intrigue and hidden currents. This incident may not be as simple as it appears on the surface."
Empress Chen Turning around, her gaze firm, "Your Majesty, this matter must be thoroughly investigated to see if someone is behind it. If anyone dares to harm within the inner palace, they must not be spared."
The emperor nodded, a hint of coldness flashing in his eyes: "I will order a secret investigation, and will not allow the harem to become a battleground for power and profit. The matter of Consort Su must be handled carefully to avoid causing greater turmoil."
Empress Chen leaned against the window and said softly, "This matter has dealt a great blow to Consort Su. The servants are worried that she might..."
Emperor Han Yu held Empress Chen's hand, his gaze firm and gentle: "Don't worry, I will personally visit Consort Su again to give her the necessary comfort. At the same time, we must strengthen the protection of other concubines to prevent similar tragedies from happening again."
Empress Chen nodded, her voice firm: "Yes, servants will dispatch more personnel to enhance surveillance and protection within the palace."
Emperor Han Yu flashed a hint of concern in his eyes: "You've worked hard, Empress. Since the establishment of the Zhou Dynasty, more than a year has passed, but neighboring countries are still watching closely. I must focus entirely on state affairs, guard the country's borders, prevent external threats, and ensure the peace and stability of the nation. I hope the Empress can share the burden of palace affairs."
He paused for a moment, then continued, "The royal offspring are of utmost importance. Currently, apart from Consort Su, only three concubines are pregnant. I hope the Empress can take good care of them."
Empress Chen Su Ran responded, "Your Majesty, please rest assured. I will do my utmost to protect these three concubines and ensure the safety of their children."
The gentle night breeze swept away some of the heavy atmosphere.
Empress Chen and Emperor Han Yu are in the bedroom, discussing how to deal with this crisis. Both of them understand that the storm is far from over, and the undercurrents in the palace are still surging.
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