Pampered by the Toughest Man After Divorce
Chapter 1005 - 805 The Look of Affection

Chapter 1005: Chapter 805 The Look of Affection

Over the years, the old Emperor indeed took in many favored concubines, but the constant beauty was none other than the Virtuous Consort; her position had never been touched. There was a newly-arrived talented woman who thought the Virtuous Consort was out of favor and went to her palace quarters to show off her might. As a result, when the Emperor found out, he immediately ordered the talented woman to be poisoned. Since then, no concubine dared to set foot in the Virtuous Consort’s courtyard.

Now, upon mentioning her visit, the Emperor’s usually indifferent face suddenly showed emotion, and he immediately ordered, "Summon her quickly!"

The Virtuous Consort entered shortly after, still dressed in white, her appearance simple and tranquil. Upon seeing the Empress there, she first greeted the Emperor, then paid her respects to the Empress. The Empress couldn’t let her show such respect, hurriedly saying, "Virtuous Consort, sister, please rise, you truly mustn’t."

The Emperor also set down his utensils and quickly walked over to her: "My beloved consort, rise. Why do you have time to come today?"

The Virtuous Consort gently began: "Your Majesty, your servant has something to discuss with you in private."

"Good," the Emperor immediately agreed: "Let’s talk in our chambers."

Anyone could see that the Virtuous Consort was the truly favored one. What was the Empress in comparison?

Watching the two of them quickly disappear into the front hall, the Empress felt quite upset and lost all appetite, soon rising to leave.

Somewhat bewilderingly, the Empress found herself at the Crown Prince Palace as she wandered.

This time, she did not have her maids announce her arrival; instead, she walked in herself. She had just reached the doorway when she heard a loving exchange coming from inside, "Your Highness, try this shrimp, it’s braised, and I’ve peeled it for you."

"Not bad, this crab is tasty too, I’ll peel one for you."

"Thank you, Your Highness, mmm... it is indeed delicious. Did we change cooks today? Everything is seafood."

"Indeed, we brought them over from the third brother’s palace. He now craves spicy food, and our previous cook is skilled in spicy cuisine. Here, Nini, have some more soup, it’s good for the body," said the Crown Prince.

"But I’m so full already, I can’t have anymore."

"Then just take a few sips."

"It’ll make me fat..."

"You look good even when chubby."

"..."

The Empress could no longer bear to listen.

This was how a husband and wife should eat together, wasn’t it? Unlike her meals with the Emperor. She also wondered what the Emperor and the Virtuous Consort might be discussing now. The Virtuous Consort has been out of sight for so long, always keeping out of conflicts. The Empress couldn’t help but worry that the Virtuous Consort might suggest making the fourth prince king in the Capital City, posing a great threat to the Crown Prince.

As she pondered, a little dumpling suddenly popped out from nowhere and threw himself onto the Empress’s legs: "Imperial Grandmother, hug Doudou!"

Hearing the noise, the two inside hurried out. Seeing the Empress at the door, the Crown Prince couldn’t help but ask, "Mother, what brings you here? And why are you standing at the door? Have you dined yet?"

The Empress spoke indifferently, "I have, with your father the Emperor."

Nangong Nini also came out. She was always observant and, seeing the Empress’s worried demeanor, couldn’t help but ask, "Mother, why do you seem unhappy? Is there... something on your mind?"

The Empress shook her head lightly: "The Virtuous Consort has just seen your father the Emperor."

Nangong Nini felt a tightness in her heart and pretended to be unaware: "Oh, that’s why, Mother. But there’s nothing to worry about. I heard the Virtuous Consort has been secluded in the palace for a long time; she probably just came out for a rare visit."

The Empress remained gloomy: "Who knows what she is up to now, it wouldn’t be because of the matter concerning the fourth prince, would it? He has just been made a prince, but his future location remains unknown."