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Chapter 1169 - 1081: Worries

Chapter 1169: Chapter 1081: Worries

His hands were trembling!

While he was wholeheartedly focusing on the enemies outside, he unexpectedly neglected the danger lurking in his own rear courtyard. If his momentary negligence had caused Pan’er to encounter misfortune, he would never forgive himself in this life!

"What are you standing around for? Check, go quickly!"

He roared at the civil and military officials who had hurriedly followed him!

Yesterday, he had been with Pan’er and the child, braving the storms together. He had patted his chest and solemnly vowed to protect Su Pan’er, but in the blink of an eye, Pan’er had almost lost her life. How could he not be anxious?

"Your Majesty, do not panic."

Su Pan’er, seizing the moment, clasped Qin Yi’s hand and gently patted it, the firmness in her eyes inexplicably soothing his emotions.

"No one wished for this to happen. The ministers are the nation’s pillars, and they were busy all night yesterday. The fact that those traitors could infiltrate the palace was unexpected by everyone; naturally, no one is to blame."

Her words reminded Qin Yi and gradually calmed him down.

Su Pan’er smiled, "I know Your Majesty is concerned about this concubine’s well-being, but right now, I have suffered only a minor scratch, which really does not warrant such a fuss. Besides, I had already sent someone to pursue the assailant immediately after the incident, so we should have news soon."

Over the years, Qin Yi and Su Pan’er had developed a deep understanding of each other. Now, having calmed down, he instantly realized his own overreaction just before.

"Pan’er, rest assured, you can leave the follow-up matters to me! Trust me, I will surely find the culprits and snuff out their vain hopes from the bud."

"I naturally trust in Your Majesty’s resolve and believe in the ministers’ ability to apprehend the criminal. With this matter in the hands of the officials, I certainly feel at ease."

Su Pan’er smiled warmly, turning to look at the civil and military officials who had followed Qin Yi here, "You must have heard by now. Today is the First Princess’s birthday. As fortune would have it, since we meet by chance, why don’t all the ministers take a seat and join me in a drink of wine?"

The ministers, led by Ye Han, State Duke Hwa, and Lord Zhang, exchanged glances and stealthily observed Qin Yi’s expression. Seeing that the calm had returned to his face, they couldn’t help but speculate more about the Empress and His Majesty’s relationship. Indeed, the Empress’s methods were exceptionally clever!

She had soothed the initially furious His Majesty with just a few words, far more effectively than these seasoned officials could achieve with their long-winded speeches.

Especially now, with the Empress carrying the royal heir in her womb, an accident at this moment would be a disaster involving multiple lives! No wonder His Majesty was so anxious.

With this in mind, the crowd exchanged knowing glances, each silently making a decision.

State Duke Hwa stepped out from the crowd, a light smile on his face as he clasped his hands in a salute, "Today is the First Princess’s birthday, and it is commendable how she sympathizes with the people by keeping the celebration simple. We are embarrassed! It is our honor to be invited by the Empress to celebrate the First Princess’s birthday! How could we possibly refuse?"

Is that an acceptance?

"Bring seats! Esteemed officials, please take a seat quickly."

Su Pan’er instructed the people behind her, her smile growing wider, "The First Princess is still playing outside, unaware of the earlier incident. Dear ministers, please take your seats and let us talk."

She sincerely invited the officials to sit down, but how could they dare to sit when His Majesty remained standing?

Su Pan’er, left with no choice, could only gently shake the sleeve of Qin Yi’s dragon robe.

Despite his lingering rage, Qin Yi gradually regained his composure. His face returned to a serene expression as he casually took his seat at the head of the table. "Please, all of you lords be seated!"

The assembled ministers thanked him and took their places.

Qin Yi also took Su Pan’er by the hand and sat her down beside him, his anxious mood slightly easing.

"Sit down quick, look at you standing with that big belly for so long, be careful or you might get a cramp in your leg in the middle of the night again."

As the twins grew gradually in Su Pan’er’s belly, she began to experience various symptoms of pregnancy such as frequent urination, urgency, nocturnal leg cramps, dry mouth... and so on, one issue followed by another. Luckily, Su Pan’er understood medical principles herself and could handle most minor ailments on her own.

His disregard for the fact that they were not alone caused the corners of Su Pan’er’s mouth to twitch slightly; this man really had no self-awareness! Several Imperial Court ministers were still waiting right there, and he unexpectedly said such things to her, not afraid of being laughed at by the lords?

"Her Highness thanks His Majesty for his concern. This consort is not tired."

Just as Su Pan’er finished speaking, the Imperial Physician arrived.

Naturally, the Imperial Physician was there to check on Su Pan’er’s condition. Actually, she hadn’t been frightened at all, and the palm of her hand had already been bandaged. The Imperial Physician’s visit was merely a routine check-up. Seeing the Empress in good spirits, he then reported back to His Majesty.

"Her Highness has been taking good care of herself. Right now, her constitution as well as the dragon child in her womb are both in good health. As for the wound on her hand, a few days of rest and remembering to change the dressing daily will suffice."

Such a minor injury and they had called for the Imperial Physician? Su Pan’er didn’t think it necessary at all.

But seeing how worried Qin Yi was about her made her heart feel as sweet as if she had drunk honey.

After sending the Imperial Physician away, Su Pan’er noticed it was getting late and gently shook Qin Yi’s sleeve, "Yan Yan has been taken outside by Her Highness to go fishing. She’s still a child and should live happily, especially since today is her birthday. Given what’s happened, I do feel somewhat guilty towards the child. Presumably, she should be returning soon. Everyone has been busy all morning; you must be hungry by now, right? Why don’t we have something to eat and drink first, so that we can all relax a bit?"

The few ministers present were all crafty enough to hold their current positions.

By saying so much, the Empress probably did not want those present to talk about the assassination attempt, right?

Immediately, everyone expressed their agreement, then moved over to the adjoining patio and took their seats, swiftly diverting the conversation to all kinds of topics. The atmosphere instantly became lively.

When the juniors, who had gone out to play with Little Yan Yan, returned, the Eunuchs had just brought in the containers of wine.

After the customary greetings, they all took their seats.

With the addition of the ministers, Little Yan Yan’s birthday banquet might not have been luxurious, but it was especially warm and intimate.

They clinked cups and deliberately forgot the earlier incident of the Empress’s attempted assassination, careful not to show any signs in front of the First Princess.

What relieved Su Pan’er the most was Little Yan Yan’s attitude!

She was sitting with Little Sugar Bean, the two sisters extremely amiable and well-behaved, a stark contrast to the usual unruly and wild Little Yan Yan, as if she had become a different person.

After the third round of drinks, someone came in and secretly reported to Lord Zhang, who spoke softly to His Majesty for a moment before he and Ye Han stepped out. From then on, until the end of the family banquet, neither of them returned.

It seems there has been a change in plans!

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