Looking at Qin Nanxian's retreating figure, Jiang Zuiyao felt somewhat uncomfortable in her heart. From the conversation just now, one could guess that Qin Nanxian seemed to be burdened with something difficult.

Also, there is nothing easy about adult life.

When Jiang Zuiyao looked away, she saw Linghui still kneeling and said, "Get up."

Linghui looked at Jiang Zuiyao and asked, "Madam, don't you blame me?"

Jiang Zuiyao shook her head: "I told you not to mention this matter again, so I won't blame you."

Only then did Linghui dare to stand up with confidence. Looking at Jiang Zuiyao's cautious look, she asked with some anxiety, "Isn't the Xijun that the master accepted just to guard against this slave?"

The sudden mention of this caused Jiang Zuiyao to look up again, frowning and asking: "Why do you think so?"

Linghui said: "Master has no shortage of people to serve him, but he still called for someone, and he used to be from the palace. In the past few days, I have discovered that Xijun is very smart."

Jiang Zuiyao did have this idea. Linghui and Li Yan, who were waiting closely beside her, both had masters behind them. She should have one of her own to follow her.

After seeing Xijun at the inn that day, Jiang Zuiyao suddenly had this idea. Xijun used to serve the imperial concubine, so she was naturally a very clever maid. In addition, she was in a crisis at that time and needed someone to save the sea of ​​​​fire. Jiang Zuiyao

He happened to appear at this time and became her life-saving straw. Naturally, Xiyun had to grasp it firmly and serve him loyally.

Naturally, Jiang Zuiyao would not tell Linghui these thoughts and made an excuse: "You are overthinking it. I was alone when I was out and there was no one around to take care of me. I can't let Qin Nanxian take care of me alone.

I just took Xijun in. Even though she is back now, I can't abandon her, and I can't do such a thing as killing the cook when I'm full."

There was nothing wrong with these words, and Linghui could only nod in agreement and not mention it again. She just thought about it and said: "Master, beware of Li Yan. Don't look at his dedicated service in daily life.

But he may not be loyal."

This was the first time that Li Yan had been with Jiang Zuiyao for so long, and Linghui said such words for the first time. Jiang Zuiyao knew that it was the informant sent by Shaojiang to keep an eye on her, so she had been wary of it for a long time.

After a short wait, Qin Nanxian came back and said to Jiang Zuiyao: "The Queen Mother said she would think of a way to let us go out of the palace to do business first."

Everyone left the side hall and walked out. Jiang Zuiyao originally wanted to greet the Queen Mother before leaving, but after hearing Eunuch Cui say that the Queen Mother was playing chess with the empress in the palace and could not be disturbed, she left the palace directly.

He got on the carriage and went straight to Zuiyao Pavilion. Jiang Zuiyao didn't return to Shao Mansion at all. At noon, Li Yan came and said: "Young madam, the master asked you to go back."

Jiang Zuiyao didn't rest since she came back. She had just prepared the items for developing the serum, and as soon as she took a bite of rice, Li Yan came running over.

Jiang Zuiyao was minding her meal and asked without thinking, "Father, you want to ask me about Shao Ziqing's injury?"

Li Yan nodded: "The master and his wife were frightened when they saw that the eldest young master was so seriously injured, and wanted to ask questions."

Jiang Zuiyao immediately became unhappy: "What? Father, are you going to question me?"

Li Yan immediately replied smartly: "Of course not. I just want to know what crime the young master committed and why he received such a heavy punishment."

Jiang Zuiyao is not stupid. Shaojiang clearly wants Li Yan to stabilize her first. When she returns home, he will definitely not look good on her.

That's why Jiang Zuiyao didn't take the bait and said coldly: "If father wants to know what crime Shao Ziqing has committed, he can send someone to the palace to ask. I have important matters in my life right now and I don't have time."

When Li Yan heard this, he wondered: "Madam, if you are unwilling to go back, it will be difficult for me to reply."

Jiang Zuiyao immediately became angry: "You stupid thing! Do you still want me to worry about the thoughtfulness of a slave like you?"

Li Yan didn't dare to take the blame, so he quickly admitted his mistake: "I don't dare! Madam, please don't be angry, it's my fault."

Jiang Zuiyao rolled her eyes at him unhappily and said displeasedly: "I have important things to do now, which are related to the safety of thousands of people in Beizhuang. If I am delayed for a moment, do you know how many people will die in Beizhuang?"

Can you, a slave, take care of me?"

Jiang Zuiyao deliberately made his words very serious. This was elevated to the level of national peace and security. How could Li Yan dare to stop him: "How can I afford this slave's life?"

Jiang Zuiyao smiled coldly, threw the bowl in his hand on the table, and shouted angrily: "Then what are you doing standing here stupidly? Why don't you go and reply quickly? Don't keep your father waiting, go and tell him that now

What I have to do cannot be delayed for a moment, and this is what the Queen Mother means."

This sentence alone was enough to make Shaojiang stop thinking.

After Li Yan walked away, Jiang Zuiyao's expression softened. She finished her meal with peace of mind and dove into the laboratory.

None of the servants in Zuiyao Pavilion could help Jiang Zuiyao do anything. At most, they could prepare her thirst-quenching herbal tea, fruits, and plenty of chicken, duck, and fish.

Seven or eight days of this busy work passed. Jiang Zuiyao sat tiredly by the window to rest. She had to admit that she was seven or eight months pregnant and her body was really struggling. If it had been in the past, she would have been busy until midnight

Not even feeling tired.

Linghui, who came in to change tea, saw that Jiang Zuiyao was resting at this moment, so she dared to speak: "Young madam, Mr. Qin sent someone here to send a message, saying that He Wan'er is still in Nanxian Hall, please don't forget to bring her back."

Jiang Zuiyao was shocked for a moment: "Yes, I forgot about her."

Jiang Zuiyao quickly got up and walked out while saying, "My memory is not good now. I was still thinking about her when I entered the palace that day, so I forgot about her this time."

He arrived at Nanxian Hall in a carriage. When he saw Qin Nanxian, he said awkwardly: "Fortunately, you sent someone to remind me, otherwise I would have completely forgotten about her."

Qin Nanxian smiled warmly: "I guess you must have forgotten it."

"Where is she?"

"It's in the backyard, I'll take you there."

Jiang Zuiyao followed Qin Nanxian to the backyard. After passing several rooms, she remembered Qin Feng and asked, "Where is Qin Feng? Is he awake?"

Qin Nanxian walked forward and replied: "I woke up a long time ago and went out to do something for me."

Jiang Zuiyao patted her head helplessly: "I feel like I'm stupid when I'm pregnant. I can't remember anything. I originally thought I'd say thank you in person, so I forgot about it."

Qin Nanxian smiled nonchalantly and said, "It's okay to deal with such small things later, don't take it to heart."

Jiang Zuiyao said extremely seriously: "That's not possible. How can I ignore Qin Feng's injuries while trying to save me?"

While they were chatting, they arrived at the residence where He Wan'er was locked up. Qin Nanxian followed Jiang Zuiyao's instructions and did not treat her harshly. He just let her stay in the room and restricted her freedom.

Jiang Zuiyao deliberately let the people in the east courtyard think that she had left He Wan'er at the Shao family in order to lure Shao Ziqing back to her home. In fact, she had already had a backup plan and secretly sent He Wan'er to Qin Nanxian.

After all, Shao Mansion is Shao Ziqing's territory. If Shao Ziqing takes away He Wan'er, Jiang Zuiyao will have nothing to hold on to.
Chapter completed!