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The royal family has a longstanding rule: women born with disabilities cannot be included in the royal records. I suffer from an eye ailment, and even if His Majesty wishes it, the court officials would not agree.
The court was indeed in an uproar, with officials from the Ministry of Rites submitting petitions, but His Majesty did not relent.
Gu Yanran had heard about this matter, but she could not sit idly by; she came to seek trouble with Gu Waning.
The key to whether the marriage can be annulled lies with you, Gu Waning pondered for a moment before speaking.
Pei Zhirui wanted to marry her simply because he saw her as weak and unworthy of anyone else's affection.
Gu Yanran remained silent.
Recently, despite her best efforts, she had been unable to win Pei Zhirui's heart. Even their intimate moments had become perfunctory.
The only way for a side consort to become the main consort is through having children, but the doctor said I am unlikely to conceive. What other options do you have?
A look of dejection crossed Gu Yanran's face; it had been a year since she married into the prince's household, yet her belly showed no signs of life.
I can help you conceive a child.
Gu Waning did not notice Gu Yanran's subtle gesture of pressing her abdomen, but she understood Gu Yanran's aspirations well.
After all, she had aspired to be empress since childhood, and offspring were her most crucial weapon.
If even the Imperial Medical Institute has no solution, what can you, someone who cannot heal herself, possibly do?
Gu Yanran scoffed, dismissing Gu Waning's words.
If Gu Waning truly had such great abilities, she would have already fixed her eyes and wouldn’t need to curry favor with her here.
I only ask you this: is it absolutely necessary for you to have the title of main consort?
Gu Waning reiterated firmly to Gu Yanran.
Of course. As long as you can reject the imperial decree of marriage and allow me to take my place as the main consort, I will agree to any condition you propose.
A look of determination crossed Gu Yanran's face; aside from the title of royal consort, she desired nothing else.
With my mother and brother gone, everything I want must be fought for by myself, no matter the means.
You are willing to sacrifice anything for a child; then I will help you achieve your wish.
Gu Waning spoke with newfound resolve, shedding her previous timidity.
Sister had yet to send any news, and she could not afford to be disheartened; she had to stand up on her own.
Gu Yanran looked at Gu Wanqing with some suspicion. In the past, the timid girl who hid in the courtyard and avoided going out was now calmly negotiating terms with her. Seeing her so resolute, it seemed she was fully confident.
Shizi Mo's dark eyes surged with intensity; this was the Gu Wanqing he recognized. It was impossible to ignore the brilliance radiating from her. Her eyes, which once reflected only a world of darkness, now sparkled with light.
"Hongling, go fetch that small bottle from the little makeup box on the vanity," Gu Wanqing instructed.
Hongling turned and entered the inner room, quickly retrieving the small bottle from where Gu Wanqing had indicated.
"Miss, here it is," Hongling said as she handed the bottle to Gu Wanqing.
Gu Wanqing placed the item on the table and explained, "This is the Ninghua Pill, made from ginseng, deer antler, and various other precious herbs. Its medicinal properties are potent; once taken, it can quickly lead to pregnancy."
Gu Yanran glanced skeptically at the small bottle on the table and asked, "I’ve never heard of this medicine before. Where did you get it? Is it really reliable?"
Gu Wanqing often secluded herself in the courtyard; how could she have obtained such a thing?
"Don't worry about where I got it. You can give it a try," Gu Wanqing replied.
This pill was something Gu Wanqing had found in Shimin's pharmacy; it was rare, and she had kept it for herself without expecting it would come in handy.
In less than a quarter of an hour, Gu Yanran tightly clutched the Ninghua Pill that Gu Wanqing had given her as she stepped out of Qiushui Courtyard. She had no other options left and believed that Gu Wanqing was making this choice out of necessity.
After a long silence, Gu Yanran finally spoke up. "Cousin, may I ask you for a favor?"
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