Chapter 245: Mischievous Children
Chapter 245: Mischievous Children
It was impossible to persuade the princes and princesses, so they had no choice but to join forces with the young servants. They stood in two circles under the tree, carefully watching the situation above.
Just in case the young masters and ladies fell, they could serve as human cushions to slightly cushion their fall and prevent any injuries to this group of young masters and ladies, who were the descendants of the ancestors!
Everyone was highly focused and tense.
The children, however, were very happy. Even the usually quiet Shen Huatang couldn't contain herself at this moment.
Liu Hemeng, in particular, was very good at stirring up emotions. With a few whispered words, Shen Huatang pressed her lips together and followed SuiSui.
She still valued her reputation and was aware that she was in the royal palace, so she didn't dare to go too far. Instead, she tried to stay as much as possible behind SuiSui, thinking that even if the young lady fell, she would be there to catch her.
Although the crabapple tree was large, it couldn't accommodate so many children.
Feng Xuancai had just climbed up when he was rejected and had to come down. Now, he stood below, keeping a close eye on the situation to prevent any unforeseen incidents.
However, with Feng Xuanrui and the others together, the tree seemed a bit crowded.
Especially when Feng Xuanrui and Feng Xuanbin climbed and then got stuck!
They were squeezed at the front, unable to move, and with SuiSui right behind her seventh brother, she couldn't move either when he stopped.
Liu Hemeng and Shen Huatang, who were queued behind her, were also stuck.
Like tree bears, they hugged the tree, not daring to move.
Feng Xuanbin was a bit exhausted and almost took a step back, nearly sitting on SuiSui's head.
Aunt Xiang's heart lurched to her throat as she watched.
The problem was that she didn't dare to cry out loud, for fear of scaring the young masters and causing Feng Xuanbin, who was already struggling, to fall.
If he fell, those behind him would likely be pulled down as well.
Climbing trees was indeed too dangerous.
Aunt Xiang thought to herself that from now on, she would walk around the tree with SuiSui and not let the young lady encounter any dangers.
The previous incident had already left a significant shadow in her heart.
Aunt Xiang felt that she couldn't put the children in harm's way again and again!
The Queen had trusted her, and regarding the previous incident, she had only mentioned it briefly without saying more.
Aunt Xiang felt guilty and had been keeping a close eye on SuiSui these days.
As Aunt Xiang thought, her eyes remained fixed on the tree.
Feng Xuanbin was also aware that his sister was behind him.
Therefore, even if he couldn't hold on, he had to hold on tightly!
He mustered all his strength and hugged the tree tightly, humming as he reminded Feng Xuanrui, "Sixth brother, hurry up and climb! I can't hold on anymore!"
While climbing was manageable, staying still required considerable strength to control one's body and prevent falling.
It was better to climb upward than to wait here.
Feng Xuanrui also wanted to climb!
But it was so high above!
Moreover, the branches forked, and some were too thin to step on, while others were too far to reach.
Feng Xuanrui looked left and right, unsure which way to go.
As he got stuck, the others had to wait behind him.
During this wait, the children's stamina was gradually depleted.
When Queen Qi heard the news and rushed over, she saw the children hanging in a row on the tree.
Feng Xuanbin's voice was already tinged with sobs as he said, "Sixth brother, why don't you climb already!"
Feng Xuanrui's voice was hoarse as he replied, "I... I can't climb anymore!"
SuiSui remained silent, hugging the tree obediently.
Her small figure looked adorable.
If it weren't for the fact that she was on the tree, Queen Qi might have enjoyed the view a little longer.
But she was on the tree!!!
Oh heavens, what are you bunch of mischievous children doing???
Queen Qi's heart lurched, and she dared not shout to stop them, fearing that it would startle them and cause them to loosen their grip.
Queen Qi quietly directed the servants in the mansion, and after calming the children down, she took them down one by one.
As soon as SuiSui climbed down, she spotted her mother and rushed over excitedly, calling out, "Mother!!!".
Queen Qi had originally intended to give her a lecture.
But seeing SuiSui's sparkling eyes and knowing how happy the little girl was, she couldn't bring herself to say anything to dampen her spirits.
Instead, she gently hugged her daughter and snuggled close, saying, "Let's go, time for lunch."
The lecture could wait until later.
At this moment, King Qi was chatting with Concubine Guo.
The two weren't particularly close, as Concubine Guo had only been in the mansion for a little over five years.
Compared to the King, Concubine Guo had spent more time with the Queen.
The Queen was gentle and kind to Concubine Guo and did not treat her with contempt.
This made Concubine Guo feel secure.
She thought that although her background wasn't particularly impressive, her luck wasn't bad.
At the very least, the Queen of the mansion didn't make things difficult for her, and as long as she remained obedient, she wouldn't be subjected to too many restrictions.
As for Concubine Lin, although she had a haughty temperament, as long as one didn't provoke her, there wouldn't be any issues.
Concubine Guo had initially thought that if she could live a peaceful and stable life like this, it would be pretty good.
At the very least, with the backing of the mansion, it would be easier for her family's business to thrive.
Never in her wildest dreams did she expect that one day, she would have a child.
This was an unexpected surprise in her otherwise mundane and dull days.
Concubine Guo was very excited that morning, unable to sleep as her mind raced with thoughts.
When King Qi came to see her, she wasn't overly excited.
After all, she and the King weren't very familiar with each other!
Moreover, the King seemed to be struggling to make small talk, which made the atmosphere a bit awkward.
The problem was that they still had to continue this awkward conversation for a while longer.
King Qi wanted to put Concubine Guo at ease with a friendly attitude, so she would feel secure and focus on nurturing the child.
Concubine Guo also didn't want the King to worry, especially since she was still living and eating in his mansion, so she needed to put on a good show.
Furthermore, if the King favored her child, her life as the birth mother would be much easier.
So, regardless of how awkward and uncomfortable it felt, they forced themselves to continue the conversation.
Towards the end, King Qi even asked dryly, "Are you hungry?"
Concubine Guo wasn't foolish; she knew that the King was simply running out of things to say.
She nodded gently, "I am."
King Qi didn't leave but instead ordered lunch to be served in Concubine Guo's room.
The two of them had another meal together, and it seemed to go relatively harmoniously.
Concubine Guo was pregnant, so King Qi didn't have her serve him and instead had Si Si take care of the meal arrangements.
Concubine Guo felt a bit embarrassed, but King Qi waved his hand, indicating that it was no trouble.
King Qi's thoughts were still on his little sweetheart.
So, after lunch, he said a few more reassuring words to Concubine Guo before getting up to leave.
As soon as he left, Concubine Guo felt like the sky was bluer, the water clearer, and her heart more at peace.
Perhaps it was because they hadn't spent much time together, coupled with their difference in status.
Concubine Guo always felt tense and nervous when facing King Qi.
She was always on edge, so it was hard to feel truly happy.
Now that he was gone, and she was alone with her familiar maid, Concubine Guo finally breathed a sigh of relief.
The maid, Liang Er, watched her with a mix of exasperation and amusement.
However, she was smart enough not to say anything and quietly continued with her tasks.
After lunch, King Qi strolled back to the main courtyard, intending to find his little sweetheart for a snuggle.
But when he returned, he only saw the Queen and not SuiSui.
This caused King Qi to raise an eyebrow in curiosity as he gently asked, "Where's my sweetheart?"
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