After eating, the Emperor originally intended to take Lin Wanyi for a walk. Of course, crowded streets are a no-go; instead, they just drove around the city casually in a carriage. The rightful source is NoveI★Fire.net Having just eaten her fill, Lin Wanyi did not feel too comfortable with the carriage’s bumps. After a moment of thought, she started speaking. "Your Majesty, let’s return home, your status is noble, it’s safer at home." Dong Yuzhong looked at Lin Wanyi with great gratitude, clearly pleased with her understanding and sensibility. He had been serving the Emperor for so long and feared those concubines who grew arrogant from favoritism. In his opinion, this private royal visit was unnecessary. Though the Imperial Guard had disguised themselves for protection along the way, it wasn’t as safe as being in the palace. There had been an assassination attempt before, so it’s better to return to the palace. The Emperor also understood Lin Wanyi, so he nodded and said. "Then let’s go back. Next time, I will take you to Yunzhou." "Alright, I will wait." The two exchanged a smile, feeling greatly satisfied with the half-day spent outside the palace. With a broadened mind, one’s body grows healthier. So upon returning to the palace, Lin Wanyi no longer felt nauseous and her appetite improved further. Moreover, Chunqi spent nearly half a month using over a hundred chickens sent by the Imperial Kitchen and finally captured the essence of lotus leaf chicken. She added her secret ingredient, making the dish "fit for the heavens, rarely savored by mankind." Luckily, Yihua Palace’s small kitchen wasn’t situated at the palace’s entrance. Otherwise, the tempting aroma would have surely drawn passersby to a halt. Lin Wanyi’s belly, now over four months pregnant, had become rounder compared to its slight bulge at three months. Mrs. Yun specially mixed some ointments harmless to the fetus for her. Fearing stretch marks on her belly. When diagnosing among the common folk, Mrs. Yun had seen the decorated bellies of some peasant women. Though it posed no hindrance, each time she saw it, she felt the hardship of women. Especially in the palace, where the Emperor’s favor largely depended on beauty. If Lin Wanyi really got stretch marks, it wouldn’t be good for her future. The ten-month pregnancy ends in childbirth. Each aspect is very challenging. Lin Wanyi’s body bears the risk of twin pregnancies, which would be more difficult. So it’s better to pay more attention. Every morning and evening, Xia An would softly wipe this ointment all over her body. Thus, Lin Wanyi now looks a lot better than she did when she was first pregnant. This afternoon, Lin Wanyi had just risen from her nap, still feeling a bit weary. She saw the Emperor coming in from outside. His face showed rare excitement. Upon seeing her, he couldn’t hold back and kissed Lin Wanyi on the cheek. Xia An saw this and immediately followed Dong Yuzhong out, looking quite calm. "What’s the matter, Your Majesty? You seem very happy." "Tomorrow, the Empress Dowager can return to the palace. She was supposed to arrive earlier, but delays on the road pushed it to now." "No wonder Your Majesty is pleased." The weather gradually became warmer. Due to pregnancy, Lin Wanyi felt more warmth than others. So while resting in the palace, she was already wearing summer clothes. The Emperor also suffered from heat; if not for Lin Wanyi’s pregnancy, he would hope she could make more summer clothes for him. What she makes is always more attentive than the embroidery workshop’s work. Thus, the wear is especially comfortable. Sitting up from the bed. The Emperor stepped forward to help her, and they both sat back down on the couch by the bed. Then, Lin Wanyi spoke. "My belly, in another month, I’m afraid it won’t be concealed. Have you thought about how to announce it, Your Majesty?" The Emperor, asked this by her, also felt it was about time. About half a month ago, Doctor Dou had personally diagnosed Lin Wanyi. He wasn’t exactly a gynecology expert, so he hadn’t detected any signs of twins. He only mentioned that Lin Wanyi’s child was in good condition. In fact, just by observing her complexion, it could be seen. After all, Mrs. Yun had been working hard on her conditioning, so Lin Wanyi’s earlier frailty had now improved greatly. "I plan to report to the Empress Dowager first, and then choose a suitable opportunity to visit your palace and spread the news. But once the news is out, you must be cautious. Who knows what those people might do to my child!" Mentioning this, a flash of disgust crossed the Emperor’s eyes. Second Prince, Second Princess, all had suffered the schemes of those women in the palace. Thus, the Emperor held deep concern for Lin Wanyi. "Rest assured, Your Majesty, Mr. Qiu and Nanny Du have guarded this palace tightly, thoroughly sweeping all things inside and out. Outsiders will find it hard to execute any kind of scheme." At this point, as if remembering something. He continued speaking. "By the way, your brother has sent news, saying he has recovered and wishes to return to the palace for duty. Should I temporarily send him to your palace?" Lin Wanyi knew about the Emperor appointing her brother. Such a position as Imperial Guard Captain was already quite noticeable. If sent to her palace, wouldn’t it be a cause for envy among all the concubines? Therefore, after thinking, she cautiously said. "My brother is Your Majesty’s Imperial Guard; it’s better for him to guard Qian’an Hall. Mr. Qin sent two palace maids who know some martial arts three days ago, they can defend against some threats." Palace maids skilled in martial arts were actually instructed by the Emperor. Not that danger in the palace required maids to fight dramatically. But a maid skilled in martial arts could report swiftly in an emergency, faster than others. Thus the Emperor could respond quickly to emergencies. At the mention of these, Lin Wanyi felt extremely grateful. Not wanting to be too extravagant. "Alright then, as you say, let your brother stay at Qian’an Hall; when your health stabilizes, you could deliver some food to Qian’an Hall to see your brother." Lin Wanyi smiled and said to the Emperor. "Alright, I will definitely go daily, and see my brother by the way." The words "by the way" were emphasized, teasing the Emperor. The weather outside was sunny and bright, yet the sun was somewhat intense. "Would you like to walk along the corridor, I have free time today, and can accompany you for dinner." Ever since returning from the royal visit, it’s the Emperor’s first time entering Yihua Palace. On one hand, fearing excessive publicity drawing too much attention from outsiders. On the other hand, he was indeed busy, as all related people to Cui Shixiu’s assassination attempt had been captured. But after repeated investigations, there hadn’t been any results.