How I Pampered the Tyrant Into Devotion With My Space-Chapter 681: Another Baby?

They traveled north, slowly reaching the Capital.

Tang Zan was waiting for Pei Shu’er at the gate of the Capital.

Upon entering the Imperial Palace, Tang Zan anxiously inquired about Pei Shu’er.

"Were you injured when you were in Da Zheng?"

Pei Shu’er smiled, "That was a long time ago."

Seeing Tang Zan still looking at her seriously, Pei Shu’er restrained her smile and answered earnestly.

"No, our people withdrew quickly, then went to Daxia to sell the fabric."

Actually, these things were already mentioned in the letters, but there were many details that weren’t told, so Pei Shu’er still supplemented them to Tang Zan.

"I think, in Da Zheng, it was either Yan Huan Yu or Lin Shiyao causing trouble."

Even though there are other reactionary forces in the country, including Yan Hengyin’s forces which haven’t been completely eradicated.

But right now, the only ones with such power, apart from these two, really aren’t anyone else.

As for Lin Shiyao, Pei Shu’er always knew she had strong negotiation skills.

Plus, with the advantage of rebirth, she also had a thorough understanding of matters regarding important figures.

The Emperor of Zheng was either persuaded by Lin Shiyao.

Pei Shu’er felt a bit complicated; she wanted to completely eliminate Lin Shiyao. But perhaps due to the protagonist’s aura, Lin Shiyao always managed to escape.

She had a premonition that perhaps only at the scene of the original ending would things become clear.

But she wasn’t confident in controlling this Power of Plot, and it was uncertain if she and Tang Zan might also be defeated by Lin Shiyao.

Tang Zan nodded, "It’s Lin Shiyao. The people from the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion have already found out. She fled back to the Southern Border and is now serving as the Holy Daughter of the Southern Border, and even saved the Emperor of Zheng’s life."

Pei Shu’er raised an eyebrow, "Became a Holy Daughter even after losing a hand."

Tang Zan said, "So this just shows how extraordinary Lin Shiyao is."

Pei Shu’er sighed; the protagonist is indeed the protagonist.

Just like an unkillable cockroach.

After knowing Pei Shu’er wasn’t injured, Tang Zan talked with her about the current state affairs.

In his heart, he indeed had a prejudice against the harem being involved in politics, but this did not include Pei Shu’er.

First of all, Pei Shu’er was intelligent and insightful, and moreover, she had knowledge far beyond this era; she could see issues very clearly.

For instance, the recent official corruption case was handled well by Pei Shu’er.

If they had blocked it with a tough approach, these officials might have retaliated. Now they were walking on a tightrope, with no room for any mistakes.

Otherwise, the entire chess game could result in a total loss.

Fortunately, she was smart enough and adept at studying human nature, making those corrupt officials feel disappointed and frustrated while also pointing out a path for them.

Letting them not fall into desperation out of hopelessness, leading to rebellion.

Now, even if those corrupt officials wanted to rebel, they would have to see if their subordinates were willing.

Now, with the hard-won opportunity for lower-tier officials to be promoted, disregarding past records and only looking at their future records, those officials were the first to be willing.

Moreover, with so many examples of lower-tier people rising, those officials wouldn’t be foolish enough to ruin their own future.

The promotion from superiors was no longer a reference standard, so who would try to please their superiors anymore.

Precisely because Pei Shu’er understood the thoughts of these people, Tang Zan truly admired Pei Shu’er from the bottom of his heart.

Moreover, with so many reviewing agencies, it was also quite particular; even the reviewing agencies themselves didn’t know exactly how many reviewing and supervisory agencies there were.

It seemed very intricate but was very effective.

After discussing, Tang Zan reached out to Pei Shu’er.

"Come, let me hold you."

Pei Shu’er walked over with a smile, and Tang Zan rested his head on Pei Shu’er’s shoulder, gently sniffing the fragrance of her hair.

"Have you gotten fatter?"

It had been five months on this journey, and considering the fatigue from travel, it was a miracle if Pei Shu’er gained weight.

Moreover, he knew Pei Shu’er’s weight was usually very stable, rarely gaining weight.

Pei Shu’er teased, "Really? Where have I gotten fat?"

Tang Zan’s gaze fell on Pei Shu’er’s waist.

"Your waist became thicker."

Pei Shu’er chuckled softly without saying anything.

It wasn’t until Pei Shu’er reached the door of the Imperial Study Room that Tang Zan embraced her waist from behind.

The gesture was gentle as a feather.

He caressed Pei Shu’er’s rounded belly, a flash of astonishment in his eyes quickly replaced by joy.

"Are you pregnant again?"

Pei Shu’er nodded, her gaze carrying some reproach.

"Yes, I told you to use protection, but you didn’t listen."

Tang Zan’s face was full of joy, his words sounding as sweet as honey.

"How was I supposed to know it would happen so coincidentally?"

Pei Shu’er couldn’t help but sigh and roll her eyes.

"It’s easier to conceive in my space. I haven’t told you this before."

Tang Zan and Pei Shu’er had been together for so long without easily conceiving.

Previously, during tender moments in the space, they hadn’t conceived either.

At that time, he thought it was a safe period, so he naturally assumed it was very safe.

Little did he know...

This time it succeeded.

Tang Zan hugged Pei Shu’er, feeling both pained and guilty.

"We agreed only to have Tang Chong."

Recalling how hard it was for Pei Shu’er during her first pregnancy, Tang Zan began to feel anxious.

Pei Shu’er understood Tang Zan’s emotions and patted his arm.

"Actually, having two kids isn’t bad; at least they’ll have company, right?"

Tang Zan kissed Pei Shu’er’s hair.

Thinking about Pei Shu’er being pregnant and traveling with Tang Chong, over such a long distance, for five months, he hadn’t even known Pei Shu’er was pregnant.

"If you had told me earlier, I wouldn’t have let you go."

Pei Shu’er shrugged, her eyes full of tenderness.

"That’s why I didn’t say. Now in Dayan, this is the only way to have a path to survival. If it were someone else, it wouldn’t be as good."

Tang Zan said coldly, "I don’t care about those people’s lives."

Pei Shu’er sighed, knowing that Tang Zan, as an Emperor, was indeed very ruthless.

She advised, "Population is very important; a population can drive consumption. Now Great Tang already has the smallest population among several countries."

"If we don’t recover, we will eventually be swallowed by other countries. At that time, if the country falls into chaos, all our efforts before will be wasted."

Tang Zan’s voice was low and hoarse, "But when I think of you carrying a big belly, running through so many countries, I feel distressed."

After saying this, Tang Zan picked up Pei Shu’er and placed her on the bed.

Then he ordered someone to bring water to wash her feet, giving Pei Shu’er a foot bath, and even carefully massaged her.

"I remember during your first pregnancy, your feet started swelling at this time."

Pei Shu’er laughed, "Our second baby is very well-behaved. Besides kicking, he hasn’t caused much trouble, and during the journey, I spent most of the time in the space."

Tang Zan laughed, "At least he’s sensible, otherwise, when he’s born, let’s see how I’ll handle him."