newbobooks Chapter 127 Irony
Chapter 127 Irony
"A big noise? How big?"
An Lingrong had not heard of these details and looked at Concubine Hua curiously.
"I heard the bed creaks all the time, hehe!"
Hua Fei added with gloating satisfaction.
"I wonder if Zhen Huan can sleep well, or if she's vomiting blood out of anger?"
Ever since her brother left, she had grown cold towards the emperor and no longer felt sad when he favored someone else.
"Sister Hua Fei, the beds in each palace are made by the Imperial Household Department. How could those astute people use inferior wood to make flimsy beds?"
What she didn't mention was that the emperor didn't look like he was in good physical condition.
Unless the Queen is involved.
"Sister Shufei, everything I said is true!"
Seeing that the younger sisters didn't believe what she said, Concubine Hua emphasized firmly.
"Sister, I see you don't have any black spots under your eyes, right?"
Looking at An Lingrong walking forward, Concubine Hua asked Songzhi in confusion.
"What does Concubine Shu mean?"
"Reporting to the Queen, the Concubine Shu is saying that you didn't go to Suiyuxuan to eavesdrop last night, so how could you know so much."
Songzhi covered her mouth and laughed.
"Hey! You, An Lingrong, dare to tease me."
Hua Fei quickened her pace angrily, but the corners of her mouth rose.
The fact that the cautious An Lingrong could say such words shows that she did not consider herself an outsider.
When the two of them entered the room, An Lingrong saw the obvious disappointment on Concubine Ke's face.
She then gave Hua Fei a look, indicating that she should watch the show carefully and try not to interrupt.
After all, she was blocked and couldn't respond quickly, which would easily make Zhen Huan hate her.
Hua Fei snorted in dissatisfaction, but finally sat quietly on the chair, staring at the door intently.
In order to make fun of Zhen Huan, the concubines who had not slept with her all came to Jingren Palace early.
Among them, only Shen Meizhuang looked towards the door worriedly.
An Lingrong glanced past Shen Meiyu and glanced at Concubine Hua who was staring at the palace door with interest, and the corners of her mouth rose slightly.
The tea in Jingren Palace was refilled, and Zhen Huan and Huanbi, who had arrived late, appeared in everyone's sight.
"Oh! Sister Wanpin, you're really late. Are you exhausted from serving the Emperor last night?"
Concubine Ke was the first to jump out and make sarcastic remarks.
Zhen Huan paused as she was about to step over the threshold, and she walked into the hall calmly.
"Sister Kepin, I remember it's not time to pay respects yet. Could it be that Sister Kepin deliberately changed the time?"
The time for the concubines in the harem to pay their respects is in accordance with the ancestral system. Zhen Huan's question was quite sharp.
"My loyalty to the Empress, the Queen Mother, and the Empress is evident to all. It's no wonder Wanpin has been able to lure the Emperor to Suiyuxuan for three consecutive days, with such sharp tongues."
Concubine Ke not only responded to her words, but also bluntly said that she was seducing the emperor.
"Sister Kepin, you're joking. The Emperor is wise and wise, and it's not something a mere woman like me can influence."
It has become a common occurrence recently for the emperor to have a meal with someone and then go somewhere else to stay the night.
Zhen Huan glanced at the pregnant Concubine Shu, Concubine Ke and Shen Meizhuang without leaving a trace.
"Sister Wanpin is absolutely right. The Emperor has his own reasons for doing things. We sisters shouldn't let a little joke ruin our relationship."
Cao Qinmo persuaded kindly.
"Sister Cao is right. Harmony is the most important thing for sisters in the harem. Sisters Kepin and Wanpin, please come and try the Empress's Lu'an tea. It has only been served for a short time."
The good-natured Concubine Jing came out to smooth things over.
As for what she was thinking, no one knew.
Zhen Huan readily picked up the teacup, and Shen Meizhuang, who had been paying attention to her, also felt relieved.
Huan'er has been strong-willed since she was young. She has to figure out what happened last night on her own. It is useless for others to persuade her.
Seeing that the palace had become quiet, the queen gave Jiang Fuhai a look.
"The Queen is here!"
After the queen asked everyone to stand up, she spoke with a smile.
"What were the sisters talking about just now? I heard everything from inside."
Concubine Ke, who had been waiting for a long time, spoke first.
"Your Majesty, the Emperor stayed at Suiyuxuan last night, and I am here to congratulate my younger sister Wanpin."
"Good, good, good! The sisters in the harem should live in harmony. Concubine Ke, you have done a great job."
After praising Concubine Ke, she turned to Zhen Huan.
"Princess Wan, you must serve the Emperor well and have children for the royal family as soon as possible."
"I will remember the Queen's teachings."
Zhen Huan could not refute the fact that the emperor did not stay overnight with her, so she could only agree with frustration.
Huanbi, who was hiding in the back, even controlled her breathing, for fear of attracting everyone's attention.
The emperor got up from the bed with a dark face. She helped him change his clothes in fear and trepidation, but she didn't get a single word from him.
Only Su Peisheng looked at her with a smile before leaving.
The completely opposite attitudes of the master and servant in the Yangxin Palace made her feel confused.
Zhen Huan felt that today's greetings took an unusually long time, and she finally waited until it was over.
Outside the gate of Jingren Palace, I ran into Concubine Hua who was waiting on the road with a smile on her face.
The palace rules were strict, so Zhen Huan had no choice but to step forward and pay her respects.
"Your Highness, I pay my respects to Her Majesty Hua Fei."
As soon as she saw the bright and beautiful Concubine Hua with rosy complexion, Zhen Huan thought of the child she had lost.
She added another sentence as her heart was filled with anger.
"Why didn't Concubine Hua travel in a sedan chair today?"
"My legs and feet are not in good condition. I want to walk more."
As soon as Concubine Hua finished speaking, Huanbi, who was following behind Zhen Huan, felt her legs go weak and she staggered to the side.
"Oh! Concubine He looks a little weak. Sister Wanpin, please take good care of her."
While An Lingrong was back in Yonghe Palace, Concubine Hua, who hadn't had the chance in the palace, quickly satisfied her craving.
"Sister Wanpin, after all, He Changzai was promoted by you, you can't treat her harshly."
"I feel a little distressed when I see the black and blue marks on He Changzai's eyes."
"Noble Lady Cao has been with me for several years, and now she lives alone in Taiji Palace with the princess."
"Don't even mention how comfortable that little life was."
She looked at Huanbi with a smile as she said this.
Seeing Songzhi winking at her, Concubine Hua quickly said something.
"Alas! I still have to visit Princess Wen Yi, so I'll be leaving first."
Huanbi secretly followed her elder sister, whose face was ashen. As soon as she stepped into the main hall, she knelt in front of her and hurriedly tried to excuse herself.
"Sister Wan, it was the Emperor who insisted on staying in the side hall yesterday. If you don't believe me, the torn clothes are still there."
Zhen Huan, feeling extremely exhausted, stepped forward to help the person up and comforted him gently.
"Huanbi, I'm not angry. You're not feeling well, go back and rest."
Everyone in the palace was staring at Sui Yuxuan, and she couldn't argue with Huanbi at this time.
"Aunt Jinxi, send He Changzai back to the side hall to recuperate."
Zhen Huan gave the order with a smile.
Huanbi walked out the door and heard Liuzhu's excited voice coming from behind her.
"My lady, there is a letter from home."
She really wanted to turn around and ask if there was any word about her in the letter.
But Cui Jinxi forcefully helped the person walk towards the side hall.