Love at First Sight, Chapter 63 Tonight, a splendid show awaits.

Lady Li sat alone in her chamber, carefully sewing clothes for the child she had yet to bring into the world. The brazier in the room glowed with warmth; she lacked for nothing here, and a servant cleaned the place thoroughly every day. No one dared neglect her because of past events—if anything, the attendants seemed even more attentive, not just toward her but especially toward her unborn child.

Even Tian, the concubine, could hardly recognize her now. Lady Li was five months pregnant, her belly distinctly round. She ate heartily and moved little, so her once delicate face had grown plumper, even to the point of a double chin, and with the thick, loose garments of winter, her former graceful figure was all but hidden.

Tian sat by her side and reached out to touch her belly. Smiling, she said, “Sister Li, this child is growing well indeed. With such a prosperous look, you’re certain to bear a healthy son.”

“Nonsense, it’s just that I’ve put on weight. Ah, pregnancy is truly exhausting,” replied Lady Li, retreating a bit, unwilling to let Tian continue touching her stomach.

Sensing her discomfort, Tian quickly withdrew her hand, looking somewhat embarrassed. “I got carried away,” she admitted. “I’m both happy and envious to see you like this.”

“You’re the only concubine left; His Highness will still visit you,” Lady Li offered in consolation.

Tian sighed. “I’m afraid that’s no longer possible. Perhaps you haven’t heard—on New Year’s Eve, His Highness took Wen Yueqing to the palace banquet, and ended up injured.”

Lady Li’s concern was immediate. “Was His Highness badly hurt? How is he now?”

“Don’t worry, Sister Li, he’s all right now,” Tian reassured her.

Relieved, Lady Li pressed on, “You said His Highness brought that wretch to the banquet? How could that be?”

She could hardly believe it. Wen Yueqing was merely a maid—what right did she have to enter the palace?

“I heard she disguised herself as a young eunuch and clung to His Highness until he agreed to bring her,” Tian said with obvious distaste.

Just hearing Wen Yueqing’s name made Lady Li seethe. She had tried not to think about her, but now, learning this, she could not keep her composure. Grinding her teeth, she spat, “Wretch! She’s nothing but a witch, bewitching His Highness. Once I’ve borne my child, I won’t let her go unpunished.”

“Sister Li, calm yourself. Anger isn’t good for the baby,” Tian cautioned, supporting her arm to steady her, worried that agitation might endanger the child.

Lady Li composed herself and looked at Tian. “Look at you—you’re beautiful, talented in every art. Why don’t you try harder to win His Highness back? Back when it was just the two of us, we both shared his favor.”

Now that they had a common enemy in Wen Yueqing, Lady Li was eager to ally herself with Tian.

Tian offered a bitter smile. “No matter how good I am, I can’t compete with her tricks.”

Scooting her stool closer to Lady Li, she whispered, “Actually, I know a secret—Wen Yueqing is involved with the Fifth Prince.”

Lady Li was stunned, her eyes wide with shock. “What? The Fifth Prince too?”

Tian’s expression grew more mysterious. “Chun’er saw them with her own eyes—together in the garden, the Fifth Prince tried to take her away.”

She straightened, watching Lady Li’s astonishment.

“Does His Highness know about this?” Lady Li’s face twisted, caught between a sneer and a scowl.

“That’s why I’m here today,” Tian said softly. “I plan to have His Highness catch them in the act.”

“Oh? And how do you intend to do that?” Lady Li’s interest was piqued.

“It’s simple, but I’ll need your help,” Tian replied sweetly.

Uncertain, Lady Li pressed, “This is no small matter—tell me exactly what you need before I agree.”

Seeing her caution, Tian wasn’t surprised. Lady Li had grown shrewder, no longer the foolish, muddle-headed woman lost in her pregnancy.

“To tell the truth, I have a certain aphrodisiac. If they both ingest it tonight, alone together, even strangers wouldn’t be able to resist, let alone two people already drawn to each other. Don’t worry, this plan cannot fail.”

“But how can you be sure His Highness will witness it?” Lady Li was still uneasy, though she admitted it was a cunning idea.

“My people will lock them in a room together and come inform us. By the time His Highness arrives, they’ll have already been discovered.”

Realization dawned on Lady Li, and she could not suppress a surge of delight. It was a ruthless move—what man could endure such betrayal? The woman he loved and the brother he trusted, carrying on in his own residence, right under his nose.

If this plan succeeded, Wen Yueqing would never be with His Highness again.

Lady Li looked at Tian with admiration. “Sister Tian, your scheme is impressive. I never realized you were so clever.”

“Don’t praise me,” Tian replied with a smile. “We’re only driven to this by Wen Yueqing. Now, we’re in the same boat—please help me.”

“Very well, I’ll work with you,” Lady Li agreed, nodding.

Tonight, a fine show awaited.