Her hair was cloud-like and beautiful! She opened her eyes and found herself back in the third year

Chapter 290 Fang Shixin Wants to See You

Qin Yizhen still felt a little uneasy, but now that Fang Shixin was under the control of Empress Dowager Cheng and Cheng Yan, she didn't think she had much ability and naturally didn't dare to cause trouble.

Besides, Cheng Yan isn't brainless; she still trusts him.

In his previous life, it was probably because Fang Shixin colluded with Liang Xize that Cheng Yan was worried that the gunpowder and firearms would fall into the hands of the Western Liang. Therefore, despite knowing the danger, he still made this trip.

In this life, because of the arson case at Fanghua Pavilion, Fang Shixin and Liang Xize have already become enemies. In addition, Song Nian has already sent Liang Xize back to Xiliang, so it is very likely that none of this will happen.

Thinking this way, Qin Yizhen felt much more at ease.

In the days that followed, Cheng Yan continued to go to the camp as usual, while Qin Yizhen stayed at home to rest and prepare for childbirth. When she had nothing to do, she taught Ming Nianxue to read and write, and taught her the etiquette of a noble lady.

Lady Changting and her daughter Lu Jianjia, Lady Min and her daughter Min Siyue, as well as Song Pingping, Hongying, and others, plus the newly acquainted Chen Song, often came to keep her company, making her pregnancy less boring.

Chen Songyi is a kind and intelligent girl, but for certain reasons, she really likes Qin Yizhen and trusts Qin Yizhen completely. She tells Qin Yizhen everything she asks.

However, Qin Yizhen would carefully consider the questions she asked. She would only tell her the facts and then ask her how to solve them, without inquiring too much about her relationship with Fang Shixin or her background.

Chen Songyi trusts her, and she has to live up to that trust.

Two months passed like this, and it was almost June when Qin Yizhen belatedly realized that Chen Songyi trusted her so much because he knew what kind of person she was.

Given all the help Chen Songyi has given her, as long as Chen Songyi doesn't harm others or himself, she will not only refrain from plotting against or hurting him, but will also step in to protect him when he encounters danger.

It's true that Chen Songyi likes her and trusts her, but it's also true that recently, he used her as a shield to deal with everyone in the Chen family.

In the sweltering heat of June, the household had already begun using ice. Ming Nianxue remembered that her father had died while working to earn money to cut ice, so she was unwilling to use it. Because of the heat, she stayed in the courtyard and rarely went out.

Chen Songyi came often, and Qin Yizhen talked to her about many things. As they talked, they started talking about Wang Xianrong.

Who was Wang Xianrong? There is no record of her in history. Even the fact that the Marquis of Pingxi's mansion had concubines is also not recorded in history. When Chen Song first came to Qindu and inquired about the Marquis of Pingxi's mansion, he was almost disillusioned when he heard these things.

I thought this historically recognized love story wasn't even a pure one, but after learning about the origins of the three concubines from Qin Yizhen, my attitude towards Cheng Yan improved considerably.

"I don't know her, but if the princess is willing, I can go and see her."

Qin Yizhen raised an eyebrow: "Are you going to try to persuade her? She seems quite stubborn, and you might not be able to convince her."

“Why would I advise her?” Chen Song shook his head. “We often say that we should learn to respect blessings and respect other people’s fates. Whether she rises to great heights or rots into the mud, what does it have to do with us?”

"Wasn't the princess talking to me about the Women's Affairs Department? Although it might take some time to prepare, since she's capable, I'll try to persuade her to take on the task."

"Ask her to handle the Women's Affairs Department?" Qin Yizhen raised an eyebrow. "Then you should give it a try."

Although she didn't know if Wang Xianrong had figured it out, giving it a try wasn't out of the question.

"Thank you for making the trip."

"Don't mention it, it's nothing."

Chen Songyi freeloaded at the Pingxi Marquis's residence. When Qin Yizhen got tired, she would take her leave appropriately without being tactless or annoying.

Qin Yizhen took a nap, and when she woke up again, she was hot. The sky was dark, and there was a light on in the room. Cheng Yan was sitting by the bed fanning her.

Qin Yizhen took the handkerchief he offered to wipe her sweat, wiped herself, and then asked him to help her up.

"Is it dark yet? Did I sleep for a long time?" She didn't remember sleeping for very long.

"It's only afternoon, but it's going to pour rain when it gets dark," Cheng Yan replied, helping her put on her embroidered shoes and get out of bed. "It's too stuffy, let's go for a walk."

Qin Yizhen hummed in response, then belatedly asked him, "Why did you come back this afternoon?"

"Fang Shixin wants to see you," Cheng Yan suddenly said.

Qin Yizhen paused for a while before she came to her senses and realized what he was talking about.

"Fang Shixin wants to see me?"

"Hmm." Cheng Yan's expression was somewhat grim. "The final product has been completed, but the Empress Dowager... ordered someone to prepare poisoned wine for her. She said she wants to see you."

"Do you want to see her?"

He originally disagreed with the idea, feeling that Fang Shixin had no good intentions, and that Qin Yizhen was already six months pregnant in such hot weather that it was really unnecessary.

However, Empress Dowager Cheng felt that although Fang Shixin could not be kept, her actions had indeed been meritorious. If this was Fang Shixin's dying wish, it was not impossible to grant it. However, Empress Dowager Cheng was also worried about Qin Yizhen and the child in her womb.

After hesitating for a long time, the two finally decided to come back and ask Qin Yizhen.

If Qin Yizhen wants to see you, then go; if Qin Yizhen doesn't want to see you, then don't go.

Qin Yizhen looked conflicted, reaching out to touch her already large belly. This child was indeed a filial one, very well-behaved in her belly, not causing her much suffering, though occasionally a bit fond of liveliness.

She would only move slightly when you reached out to touch her, stretching out what was either her little foot or her little hand.

"Never mind, I'll go anyway." Qin Yizhen bit her lip and thought for a moment before nodding. However, she was very wary of Fang Shixin's covetousness of Cheng Yan and her attempt to replace her.

"Then arrange a place to have a thorough examination. Fang Shixin will also have her examined when she comes over. Oh, and put up a low screen in the middle so I can sit and talk to her, but she can't see my belly."

"She probably doesn't know I'm pregnant, right?"

"Probably don't know."

"That's good." Qin Yizhen breathed a sigh of relief. If Fang Shixin knew that she was pregnant, she might go crazy.

Why would she be so desperate?

We're all from the same place. Look how smart and adorable Chen Songyi is. No matter how good a man is, if he's already taken, you shouldn't think about him anymore.

There are countless men in the world; surely not only one of them is good.

Cheng Yan described Fang Shixin as "stupid, greedy, selfish, and shameless."

Perhaps her knowledge and talent did indeed make her seem wonderful, but the flaws in her heart could never be concealed.

"Yizhen, there's no need to pity her."