Chapter 592.2: charm of the imperial princess (1/2)

“One should distinguish between what can and cannot be said.” Leaving those words behind, Su Xi-er walked out and caught up with the Grand Empress Dowager.

“Royal Grandmother.” Su Xi-er softly called as she grasped her hand.

The Grand Empress Dowager squeezed her hand. “Rulan, your hand isn’t as warm as this Dowager’s. What exactly did you do in Beimin’s imperial palace to have resulted in this state?”

“Drawing water from the well, sweeping the floor, and getting rid of weeds; that’s all. No matter how tough it was, it is all in the past. I am now experiencing the sweetness that comes after hardship.” Su Xi-er’s face was wreathed in smiles.

“Sweetness that comes after hardship… This Dowager also suffered in the past, but make sure to nourish your body properly.” The Grand Empress Dowager patted Su Xi-er’s hand and headed towards her repose palace.

Upon entering the palace, the Grand Empress Dowager immediately summoned an imperial physician to take a look at Su Xi-er. After a few short tests, the physician came to the same conclusion that others had: Su Xi-er had a cold constitution.

The Grand Empress Dowager’s eyes grew dim. It’s hard for those with a cold constitution to get pregnant. This is a big problem!

The imperial physician added. “Imperial Princess, you don’t have to worry. The warm jade bed in the royal court can alleviate your condition. When used in conjunction with some medicinal soup, your condition can be improved. Just remember that you should stay away from cold water and frigid winds and such, keeping yourself warm at all times.”

Su Xi-er nodded. “I will take note.”

After giving some instructions, the imperial physician left with his medical box.

With an aching heart, the Grand Empress Dowager reached out for Su Xi-er’s hands and tried to warm them while ordering the servants to bring some hot water and pastries. Only when the banquet was about to begin did the Grand Empress Dowager finally let go of Su Xi-er’s hands.

“It’s almost time for the banquet, so Prince Hao should be here any moment to accompany you there.” The Grand Empress Dowager glanced outside the repose palace.

As if the person in question had heard her, the voice of a eunuch sounded out at that moment. “Prince Hao arrives.”