Chapter 973: Chapter 823, Hopping Up and Down Chapter 973: Chapter 823, Hopping Up and Down Luo Qiong had become pregnant, and like a giant panda, under the direction of Princess Consort Ma, the entire Prince Residence revolved solely around her.

At this, Daohua felt repeatedly fortunate that, when rebuilding Pingxi Hall, she had made sure a separate door was opened on the eastern side to avoid Princess Consort Ma’s meddling.

However, Daohua didn’t stir up trouble, but Princess Consort Ma came to her doorstep.

“Second Lady, the Princess Consort said that the First Lady wants to eat fruits and vegetables from the Four Seasons Fruits and Vegetables Shop. She asks that you send some to Chen Courtyard every day.”

Looking at the old woman who seemed to wield the Imperial Authority, strutting over to boss her around, Daohua said speechlessly, “Go back and tell the Princess Consort to manage her own daughter-in-law, and not to trouble others needlessly.”

The old woman choked, thought for a moment, and then said, “This was ordered by the Prince, who said that everyone in the residence should prioritize the child in the First Lady’s womb.”

Daohua couldn’t be bothered to talk more with an old woman, “Fine, the Prince’s words do not include Pingxi Hall. Go show off somewhere else.” Saying this, she gestured with her tea, signaling Wang Manman to see the person out.

Pingxi Hall.

Seeing the old woman return without success, Princess Consort Ma’s complexion immediately darkened.

When Luo Qiong saw this, she offered a cup of tea with a smile, “Mother Consort, don’t be angry. Hadn’t I already told you when you sent someone earlier that my second sister-in-law would not agree?”

Princess Consort Ma looked at Luo Qiong, holding back her impatience, and asked, “What exactly are you playing at?”

Luo Qiong touched her belly with a smile, “Sending someone to Pingxi Hall was just a pretext. The outcome isn’t important; what matters is that Mother Consort has a reason to confide grievances to Father Prince, and considering the unborn grandson, Father Prince surely won’t continue to favor Pingxi Hall.”

Princess Consort Ma’s eyes lit up, instantly understanding Luo Qiong’s meaning, and looked at her with satisfaction, “Being pregnant with my golden grandson, your wit has sharpened quite a bit.”

Luo Qiong kept smiling without responding, behaving as if whatever Princess Consort Ma said was correct.

To seek the title within the Prince Residence, the most urgent matter was to prevent Father Prince and Pingxi Hall from reconciling.

This mother-in-law’s ability to whisper in someone’s ear was indeed remarkable. Knowing Prince Xiao Yeyang and his wife’s personalities, whenever Father Prince spoke for them, the couple would undoubtedly be unhappy.

She must use her pregnancy wisely, pushing the Father Prince away from Pingxi Hall.

That very afternoon, Prince Ping returned from outside. Princess Consort Ma immediately found him with a grievance-laden voice.

“Prince, your concubine wishes to get along well with Yeyang and the others, and I’ve been honestly not troubling them lately. Now Chenchen’s wife is pregnant and wants to eat something from the Four Seasons Fruits and Vegetables Shop. I thickened my face to ask, but Yeyang’s wife flat out refused.”

“I was helpless, and I invoked the Prince’s name; even then, Yeyang’s wife unhesitatingly sent the old woman away.”

“Prince, your concubine isn’t speaking ill behind others, but Yeyang and Chenchen are blood brothers after all. Even if they have some misunderstandings, the child is innocent.”

“With Yeyang’s wife so ruthless, does she even consider the Prince’s feelings? Has she thought about how eagerly the Prince anticipates his grandchild?”

Princess Consort Ma pretended to wipe tears while sneaking a glance at Prince Ping’s reaction. Seeing his frown and silence, she relayed what Luo Qiong had taught her.

“Prince, I don’t have such face, but Yeyang’s wife is usually dutiful to you. Maybe you could speak on behalf of your future grandson?”

Prince Ping frowned at Princess Consort Ma, “Chenchen’s wife insists on eating only from the Four Seasons Fruits and Vegetables Shop?”

Princess Consort Ma asked, “Doesn’t the Prince also wish for that?”

Prince Ping paused, then waved his hand dismissively, “Fine, I understand. I’ll have Huai En go talk to them later.”

Princess Consort Ma’s expression brightened, “Many thanks to the Prince.”

After Princess Consort Ma left, Prince Ping sat in his study, scratching his head and looking at Huai En, “Do you think Yeyang’s wife will agree?”

Huai En hesitated, then honestly shook his head.

Prince Ping nodded, “I feel the same.” He inwardly lamented that a father-in-law dared not command his daughter-in-law; this was also his quandary.

“In that case, since Yeyang’s wife sends fresh vegetables and fruits to me every day, you take my share to Chen Courtyard.”

Huai En was startled, “Then what will you eat, Master?”

Prince Ping fell silent for a moment, then brightened as an idea struck him, “I shall stay at the Four Seasons Manor for a while. There I can eat as much as I want.”