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Since the news of the queen giving birth to a stillborn spread, Chen Feng'er has been confined to bed, hardly able to move.
Physician Fu knelt by her bedside and said with a heavy heart, "Your Highness, the complications during this childbirth were severe, and you may never be able to conceive again. Furthermore, you have been left with a serious illness."
Chen Feng'er's eyes were filled with despair and helplessness as she looked weakly at the moonlight outside the window, her heart ashen.
For someone who had always wanted to bear children for the royal family, this was undoubtedly the heaviest blow. Her own dreams and expectations had vanished overnight.
Rumors in the palace spread like wildfire, with some secretly spreading the word that the empress was jealous of the new concubine and intentionally caused the deaths of other concubines' children. There were even whispers that Chen Feng'er framed her own sister. These rumors cut like knives into Chen Feng'er's already shattered heart.
In the palace corridor, a few palace maids are whispering to each other.
"Have you heard? They say the Empress Dowager caused the death of the new concubine's child and framed her sister for it," one maid whispered softly.
Another palace maid retorted dissatisfiedly, "How is that possible? The Empress has always been compassionate, how could she do such a thing? Don't easily believe rumors."
"But where did this rumor come from? Why does it feel like the entire harem is spreading this?" asked the third palace maid curiously.
"Who knows, the affairs of the harem are always inexplicable," the second palace maid shook her head and said.
At this moment, a eunuch passed by, stopped, and said sternly, "You palace maids, do not speak nonsense. The Empress has suffered a lot during her pregnancy, and you are spreading rumors here."
The palace maids immediately fell silent, knowing that the eunuch was right, but their hearts were still filled with doubt and unease.
Meanwhile, in Chen Feng'er's chamber, Emperor Han Yu was holding her hand, his eyes filled with deep affection and helplessness. He gently reassured her, "Feng'er, don't be afraid. I am here. I won't let anyone harm you."
Chen Feng'er weakly smiled, her eyes filled with tears: "Your Majesty, I know. But these rumors... I'm really scared."
"Feng'er, rumors end with the wise. You are my queen, my beloved wife, I will protect you and not let these groundless talks harm you," Han Yu said firmly.
Chen Feng'er leaned on Han Yu's shoulder, feeling some unease in her heart, but finding a bit of comfort in Han Yu's embrace. In this palace full of conspiracies and schemes, only Han Yu's embrace could provide her with the most genuine warmth and sense of security.
Chen Feng'er weakly shook her head, tears filling her eyes. "Your Majesty, but the servants... the servants can no longer bear you a child, they can't even fulfill the basic responsibilities of the harem anymore..."
Han Yu held her tightly, tears shimmering in his eyes: "Feng'er, you are my empress, your well-being is more important than anything else. I don't care about the descendants, as long as you are safe."
At that moment, Consort Sun hurriedly arrived and, seeing Chen Feng'er's condition, couldn't help but feel immense heartache.
She gently patted Chen Feng'er's hand and comforted, "Empress, you must stay strong. The palace has all of us, and we will support you together."
Days passed, but Chen Feng'er still couldn't shake off the shadow of losing her child.
Whenever night falls, she always sees the child playing in the sky in her dreams, but the reality upon waking is so cruel.
Emperor Han Yu feels immense heartache over this and doesn't know how to comfort Chen Feng'er. Whenever he sees Chen Feng'er's vacant eyes and emaciated face, his heart feels like it's being cut by a knife.
"Feng'er, if possible, I am willing to use everything I have to exchange for your happiness," Han Yu said softly to Chen Feng'er, but Chen Feng'er just looked quietly out the window, as if she hadn't heard his words.
The palace maid Xiao Yan and Consort Sun, as well as their daughter Chen Xi, also often come to visit Empress Chen. They try various methods to make Chen Feng'er happy, but to no avail.
Chen Feng'er's heart has closed off, and she has lost interest in the world.
During this difficult time, Chen Feng'er has felt love and support from all sides, which has gradually brought her some comfort.
Despite the vast unknown ahead, at least she is not facing it alone.
At this moment, outside the palace, Luo Ling couldn't help but feel sympathy upon learning about Chen Feng'er's situation. She had quarreled with Chen Feng'er before, but facing such a tragedy, she also felt a hint of pity, and couldn't help but ponder the cruelty and ruthlessness of the harem.
As time passed, Chen Feng'er's body gradually recovered somewhat, but she could no longer walk as she used to.
There must always be someone by her side to attend to her, as she is unable to take care of herself or stand for long periods, like a disabled person.
Whenever the night is quiet, she always recalls that painful night, filled with endless sadness and helplessness. These pains and sorrows will torment her for the rest of her life.
In the council chamber, Han Yu sat solemnly on the dragon throne, his eyes flashing with a cold light.
He summoned the scouts and sternly asked, "Have you found out who was responsible for the sudden premature birth of the empress and the scream that followed?"
The scout knelt on the ground, sweat dripping from his forehead, and replied, "Your Majesty, I have searched the palace thoroughly, but I have not been able to find any clues about the person who screamed that night."
Han Yu's brows furrowed, and his voice carried dissatisfaction: "In the harem, someone is able to come and go in the night without a sound, causing such great harm to the empress. What are you all doing?!"
The scout trembled in response: "Your Majesty, please calm down. We will redouble our efforts and definitely uncover the truth."
Han Yu pondered for a moment before speaking slowly, "This matter is of great importance and must be thoroughly investigated. If someone dares to commit a crime in the harem, then the safety of the harem cannot be guaranteed. I want you to immediately strengthen the patrols in the palace and closely investigate every suspicious person."
The scout responded and withdrew, while Han Yu fell into deep contemplation. He knew that this matter not only concerned the safety of the queen but also the stability of the entire royal family. He would not tolerate any threat to the queen's existence and must expose the mastermind behind this.
That night, Emperor Han Yu once again went to Chen Feng'er's palace. Seeing her weak appearance, his heart was filled with worry and self-blame.
He gently held Chen Feng'er's hand and tenderly said, "Feng'er, no matter what happens, I will be by your side, protecting you."
Chen Feng'er gave a faint smile, but it was filled with sadness. She softly said, "Your Majesty, thank you. But it seems like the servants have lost the strength to continue forward."
Han Yu looked at her with aching heart and comforted her softly, "I will help you regain that strength, no matter the cost."
The night deepens, and everything in the palace falls silent. But in the hearts of Han Yu and Chen Feng'er, there are tumultuous emotions that are hard to calm.
On this night, they keenly feel the fragility and impermanence of life, as well as their deep reliance on each other.
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