The Empress was stunned. Following Yu Nianzhao's gaze, she looked down at her own belly. In an instant, a thought flashed through her mind. She covered her mouth with excitement, and her eyes reddened.
With a look of anticipation and fear, she asked Yu Nianzhao anxiously, "Is... is it true?"
Yu Nianzhao blinked her beautiful eyes, speaking mysteriously, "It's too early to talk about these things now. Just wait for a while longer, and you'll know."
She then pulled out a talisman and handed it to the Empress. "This is a peace charm. Empress, you can carry it with you for safety and to ward off small misfortunes."
"Thank you, Zhaozhao." The Empress quickly reached out to take it, looking at Yu Nianzhao with eyes more tender than when she looked at Emperor Anqing. "Zhaozhao, meeting you is truly wonderful. I hope your words will help fulfill my heart's desire."
She gently stroked her abdomen, and the glow of maternal radiance filled her eyes.
