She Is Carrying the Emperor's First Grandchild!

Upon hearing that Chen Yuanzhu wanted to plead for Chen Xiang again, Ye Chengyan's expression darkened.

"I've told you many times, this is an order from Father Emperor. I have no say in the matter!" He was filled with frustration. Originally, the Empress had only been assigned as the primary consort, with Rong Dongling added, which was already sufficient. It was his desire for Chen family's influence that led him to add Chen Yuanzhu to the mix. But now, Chen Xiang had proved to be such a failure!

He had hoped that with the Emperor away from the capital, he could feign ignorance and protect Chen Xiang's position. But the Emperor had swiftly removed Chen Xiang from office. These days, he was anxiously fearing that the Emperor might be displeased with him, and he regretted not handling Chen Xiang personally.

Chen Yuanzhu turned her head away, weeping softly, and then wiped her tears with a handkerchief.