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The Emperor is truly astonishing; he doesn't just keep to himself but surprises everyone. What do you mean by not being interested in women? That's complete nonsense! The Imperial Physician couldn't help but curse; this was too shocking.
His heart was about to leap out of his chest.
Oh, this girl is impressive, covering herself so thoroughly.
Liu Qingxi felt a chill run down her spine under the doctor's intense gaze, and she was starting to feel unwell.
"Doctor? What's wrong with my body?"
Your face is turning blue and red; what's going on?
She felt a wave of anxiety, nearly scared to death.
The doctor looked at her with a mix of confusion, entanglement, shock, and various complex emotions.
He didn't say a word, which made Liu Qingxi feel as if she had some serious illness.
The doctor's gaze was too complicated, and coupled with her own weakness and lack of energy, she couldn't muster any spirit.
Finally, just as Liu Qingxi was feeling increasingly anxious, the doctor slowly spoke: "Madam, you are fine; however, I have good news for you."
What? Countless question marks flashed in Liu Qingxi's mind. How could it be good news? She had just been terrified half to death.
Then, after a long silence from the doctor, he suddenly revealed a shocking piece of news: "Madam, you are pregnant!"
What???
Pregnant??? Liu Qingxi was momentarily stunned in place.
Pregnant? She was actually pregnant? Their child with Yang Yichen! The crystallization and testament of their love. Joy surged within her, filling her limbs and bones.
But? In an instant, she thought about it; at this critical moment, she had no personal freedom, trapped in Dugu Hao's hands, not knowing when she could escape.
Is it joy? Is it worry?
Liu Qingxi didn't know whether her current situation was good or bad for the child. What could she do? What should she do?
No! She wasn't sure what Dugu Hao would do to her.
A child? What a miraculous existence, growing little by little, crying upon birth, slowly learning to walk. If it were a girl, she would dress her in beautiful skirts; if it were a boy, he would be as adorable and handsome as Yang Yichen.
A sense of satisfaction flashed in her bright black eyes, but soon reality struck her down! No, she couldn't just sit and wait for death!
"Doctor, can I ask you for a favor? And Cui Ping?"
Cui Ping was the maid who had been taking care of Liu Qingxi during these days.
The doctor and Cui Ping exchanged a conflicted glance before nodding.
"Can you not tell your master about my pregnancy?" Liu Qingxi's dark eyes were filled with pleading.
"Why?" The two were puzzled. Isn't pregnancy good news? It's the emperor's child, after all, and once born, it would hold an esteemed position, enjoying honors that others do not. Why not announce it?
If it were any other woman, she would be eager to declare the news and solidify her status.
No one had ever thought like Liu Qingxi.
However, as they looked at her in confusion, Liu Qingxi slowly spoke up, revealing a shocking truth that could leave anyone speechless!
"This is not your master's child!"
Pfft... The doctor and Cui Ping nearly spat blood.
What did they just hear? The woman cherished by their master was actually not carrying his child?
Who could save them? Who could tell them this wasn't true?
Yet, in the midst of their astonishment, Liu Qingxi nodded firmly again!
That's right! She had no other choice now. Yang Yichen had not found her for such a long time; he must have encountered some obstacles.
If she could still wait quietly before, now that she was pregnant, she had to protect her child on her own.
Since it was uncertain whether Dugu Hao would let him go, she could only take a risk.
Now, the doctor and Cui Ping were aware of this news, and she could only do her best to keep them from revealing it.
Her actions were naturally based on certain considerations. Since both of them worked for Dugu Hao, if their master was displeased, they would surely face consequences as servants.
Believing in this fact, she informed them that for their own safety, they would temporarily help keep it a secret.
As long as she could hide this for a while, perhaps she could hold on until she found a way to escape, and Yang Yichen would come looking for her.
The longer she delayed, the greater her chances of being rescued.
In fact, many times, she felt that Dugu Hao's feelings for her were not true love but rather an obsessive desire for possession that stemmed from unattainability.
When one does not possess something, they think about it constantly; however, once they obtain it and lose the initial novelty, they may discard it like a worn-out shoe.
The so-called brief interactions during her time at Ten Li Pu did not make Liu Qingxi feel that she had such a significant impact on Dugu Hao.
She had not become so narcissistic as to believe she could receive love from so many people.
After everything was said and done, she even shared many past experiences: "Your master does not truly love me. I have my own husband, my own children, and my own family, and I love them dearly."
"Being imprisoned here is not what I desire, but now I carry a life within me that is connected to my bloodline. I hope he can grow up healthy."
"Perhaps you consider this from your master's perspective, but I believe that if you tell him this news, what do you think will happen to you? In his fury, what might he do?"
Liu Qingxi's words were logical and persuasive, winning the sympathy of both individuals while also threatening them. Anyone with sense would know how to choose what was best for themselves.
The two fell into deep thought, battling within themselves. One voice urged them to remain loyal to their master, while another warned that loyalty could lead to perilous consequences.
What should they do?
How should they choose? Should they lie to protect Liu Qingxi and save themselves, or uphold their loyalty and righteousness?
"You may have family, children. Put yourself in their shoes—what would happen if they faced such a situation? What if they encountered danger? I implore you, spare this young life. I will be eternally grateful to you."
Perhaps when Liu Qingxi mentioned family, it resonated with them, igniting a spark of compassion.
"Alright, miss, I promise you!"
For themselves and for the remaining light in the dark palace, they decided to fight!
Liu Qingxi was overwhelmed with joy and tears, expressing her immense gratitude: "I will never forget your great kindness for the rest of my life."
Just as she was about to kneel, the two hurriedly stopped her: "Miss, please don't do that. You are pregnant now; you must take care of yourself. You cannot overexert yourself and should avoid eating raw or cold foods..."
The doctor provided a long list of instructions while Liu Qingxi listened attentively. Meanwhile, Cui Ping carefully noted everything down beside her.
"This is some common advice. Just pay attention to a few things. As long as the young lady is healthy and not overly fatigued, there shouldn't be any major issues. Rest assured, the child is very healthy."
The doctor's words made Liu Qingxi's heart, which had been hanging high, finally settle down into her stomach.
"Thank you!" Liu Qingxi expressed her sincere gratitude once again.
If these two individuals had not met her requests today, she would have been completely helpless. What could a defenseless pregnant woman do in front of a man and a young lady?
Fortunately, she felt immensely relieved, grateful to see a glimmer of hope.
As she looked at him with gratitude, the doctor slowly walked out.
At the corner next to the palace, the imperial physician had just arrived there when he looked up and suddenly saw Dugu Hao standing at the corner.
"Your servant pays respects to Your Majesty. Long live the Emperor!" He quickly knelt down to pay his respects, internally wiping sweat from his brow.
"What was the outcome? How is her health?" Although Dugu Hao's words were brief, they were filled with deep concern for Liu Qingxi.
At this moment, he felt extremely fortunate that he had agreed to help Liu Qingxi conceal her pregnancy.
If he had told Dugu Hao that Liu Qingxi was already pregnant, given this emperor's cold nature, he didn't know if he would still have his head on his shoulders.
In the moment of lowering his head, he composed his expression and thoughts before raising his head again; the imperial physician's face showed no excess emotion.
"Replying to Your Majesty, Miss Liu is doing well, but she has been overthinking lately, feeling a bit down. A few days of rest should help."
However, the most common method was employed, and Liu Qingxi indeed appeared to be troubled.
Dugu Hao, whose thoughts were entirely focused on Liu Qingxi, did not notice the physician's unusual behavior.
He nodded slightly, signaling the physician to withdraw.
Once he saw Dugu Hao gradually walking away, the physician wiped the sweat from his brow, relieved to have gotten through it.
He hoped that in the coming days, nothing unexpected would happen with Liu Qingxi and Cui Ping.
Otherwise, not only would his own life be at stake, but the fates of Liu Qingxi and Cui Ping would also be in jeopardy.
Offending a ruler is no laughing matter.
After Dugu Hao learned that Liu Qingxi was not seriously ill, the tension in his heart eased slightly.
Fortunately, there were no issues; seeing Liu Qingxi in discomfort made him feel uneasy as well.
Imprisoning her was not truly his desire; initially, he only wanted to save her life.
After rescuing her from the hands of the bandits and seeing her unconscious form, he looked at her peaceful sleeping face, where her long eyelashes cast gentle shadows on her egg-like visage.
He did not send her back immediately; instead, he quietly brought her back to the palace.
This warm feeling was like a Poppy flower, intoxicating him and making it hard for him to extricate himself.
Over time, he found it difficult to part with her. Initially disdainful of using underhanded methods, he approached her under a different identity, simply to avoid being treated differently by Liu Qingxi due to their status difference.
What he desired was this return to simplicity, a life of tranquility and leisure.
Liu Qingxi's simple existence provided him with all of this.
This sense of complete relaxation, which had never been experienced with anyone else, allowed him to let go of his physical and mental defenses. He could enjoy a meal without worry or sit there without thinking about anything at all. He could tend to flowers and plants, watering them and enjoying the peaceful comfort of picking chrysanthemums by the eastern fence while leisurely gazing at the Southern Mountain.
He felt like a thief, stealing someone else's beautiful life, unwilling to let it go.
That clean face, as pure as white paper, made it impossible for him to do anything immoral.
Was it a choice between reason and emotion? Should he follow his heart or maintain this innocence and beauty?
The outcome was uncertain, but he thoroughly enjoyed this current way of life.
He knew that Yang Yichen was desperately searching for him. He understood that this person was his subject, a loyal minister who had contributed greatly to his rise to the throne.
Yet, he still refused to let Liu Qingxi go.
If it were in an outdoor courtyard, it would have been discovered long ago.
Only in the heavily guarded palace, with troops stationed and palaces standing tall, could Yang Yichen remain undetected.
He hid in the shadows and quietly glanced at the girl. Her once warm dimples, serene smile, and bright eyes seemed to lack their usual brilliance.
Whether this choice was right or wrong, he could not know. But giving up was out of the question.
After another glance, he turned and left.
Inside the palace, Liu Qingxi stepped outside to admire the beauty of the flowers and plants, relaxing her mind and breathing in the fresh air.
For the sake of her child, she needed to maintain a cheerful disposition.
Meanwhile, at the Capital Yang Family, in an atmosphere thick with gloom, Yang Yichen dragged his weary body home. After more than ten days of poor sleep and eating, he had lost a significant amount of weight; his bony appearance was heart-wrenching.
Wen Family wiped away tears from the corners of her eyes: "You child, even if Qingxi hasn't returned, you can't let yourself become like this! Otherwise, when she comes back and sees you like this, won't she be angry?"
However, Wen Family's words fell on deaf ears. Without Liu Qingxi, he felt like a walking corpse, drifting through life in a daze.
Suddenly, it seemed he heard Liu Qingxi's name whispered near his ear. A strange light flickered in his pitch-black eyes.
Liu Qingxi?
Yes, before finding her, he must take good care of his body. Only when he is healthy will he have the strength to continue searching.
Only after finding her can he take her back from the other person's hands.
This was the first time since Liu Qingxi's disappearance that Yang Yichen lay quietly on the bed, closed his eyes, and had a good sleep.
At the moment he fell into a deep sleep, a flutter of emotions stirred within him.
In his dream, he saw Liu Qingxi, like a butterfly, running towards him.
Then, under the grape trellis in the yard, they had tied a swing. Liu Qingxi sat gently on it, her silver bell-like laughter echoing through every corner of the yard.
He stood behind her, gently pushing the swing, gradually losing himself in her smile.
As the scene shifted, a chubby doll appeared in Liu Qingxi's arms, with eyebrows and eyes just like hers. The round, bright eyes almost melted his heart.
When she looked at him, her adorable smile made him want to kiss her twice.
Perhaps this was destined; Liu Qingxi had just discovered she was pregnant, and in the next moment, such a beautiful scene appeared in Yang Yichen's dream.
Will the beautiful wishes come true?
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