play self pity? Acting weak? The concubine Jiaojiao went crazy

Zhaohua Palace, in the Imperial Concubine Hall.

Zheng Shiyao, who had just woken up from her nap, did not become anxious. She was still leaning on the soft couch, still a little sleepy, and couldn't help but yawned again.

The maids Hong Ling and Hong Jian were waiting beside them. Hong Ling said softly: "If your Majesty is still sleepy, can you continue to sleep for a while?"

"No need." Zheng Shiyao slowly sat up and asked them to bring water in to wash her face.

The maid waiting outside came in with water. Hong Ling and Hong Jian helped the imperial concubine to freshen up, and then served tea that had been prepared in advance.

While Zheng Shiyao was drinking tea, she glanced at the red water chestnut and the red paper, "Did something happen while I was taking a nap?"

Hong Ling immediately said: "Your Majesty, after lunch, the emperor came out of the royal study and went to Yuehua Palace."

The red note added: "But the emperor did not stay in Yuehua Palace for too long, and the emperor was originally strolling in the Imperial Garden, and happened to walk near Yuehua Palace, and then entered Yuehua Palace."

Zheng Shiyao listened to what they said and asked, "Is there any movement from the queen's side regarding this matter?"

Hong Ling and Hong Jian both shook their heads, and Hong Ling said: "The queen doesn't seem to care about this matter."

Zheng Shiyao sneered coldly: "Of course she won't care. She even hopes that Concubine Chen will be favored so that she can use Concubine Chen to irritate me."

The red note said: "Your Majesty just stopped by to visit Concubine Chen. As for Concubine Chen's body, the Queen still thought that she could be favored. She is a sick young man. If she hadn't come from Dingguo's palace, the empress could have taken care of her for any reason. How can she compete with you, my empress?"

Zheng Shiyao snorted coldly: "The queen would naturally like to have someone who can cause trouble for me."

Hong Ling thought for a while and said cautiously: "Your Majesty, no matter whether the emperor happens to come to Yuehua Palace to visit Concubine Chen, as long as the emperor goes there, it is enough to show that the influence of the Dingguo Palace is in the emperor's heart. The weight is enough, even if Concubine Chen is weak and not suitable for sleeping with her, if the Emperor is worried about her... what will the Empress do?"

Zheng Shiyao put the teacup in her hand aside, "Who did the queen send to take care of Concubine Chen's body?"

The red note immediately said: "This is Dr. Liu, the head of the Imperial Hospital. Madam, he is the Queen's man."

Zheng Shiyao smiled sarcastically, "The queen really takes good care of Concubine Chen. It wouldn't be difficult to find a way to add something else to her daily soup."

Hong Ling and Hong Jian looked at each other and instantly knew what the imperial concubine meant. They both said in unison: "Yes, I understand."

Zheng Shiyao fiddled with the lid of the tea cup and her tone became colder, "Those old guys from Taiyuan Hospital all claim to have superior medical skills. I have taken so many abortion pills, but there is still no movement at all. I am incompetent."

Hong Jian quickly comforted her and said, "My dear, the right time, place and people are needed to get pregnant. Please don't worry, my dear."

Zheng Shiyao frowned, "How can I not be in a hurry? When the queen entered the palace first and the emperor ascended the throne, she just sat on the throne. If the queen still has the upper hand in this matter, then I want to The road to marrying her instead would be even more difficult.”

Hong Ling said: "Your Majesty, how can the Queen compare with you? Moreover, Sir, you are working hard. As long as the Wang family collapses in the court, the Queen will have no one to rely on in the harem. By then, the queen will definitely be your Majesty." What’s in the bag.”

Hong Jian echoed: "Yes, Madam, Hong Ling is right. Madam, you are the one who favors the harem."

Zheng Shiyao sighed softly, "I hope heaven will follow people's wishes."

Red caltrop and red note: "My dearest lady, I will definitely do it."

Zheng Shiyao's eyes were cold. Sooner or later, the Queen's throne would belong to her, and the Queen could not stop her. As for Concubine Chen's medicine jar, it was even more impossible for her to get it under her hands. She was already so sick, and her condition worsened, and she finally died of the disease in this palace. , it’s not important.

……

The next day is the Mid-Autumn Festival.

On the moonlit night of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the emperor held a banquet in Chonghua Palace. The night banquet in Hegong Palace was naturally very lively.

Only Qin Shu still stayed in Yuehua Palace. She had no interest in getting involved in such excitement. It would be better to stay in the palace garden, cook tea, admire the moon, and talk to Xinlian and Xinyi. It was like a gang. It’s interesting to see people’s faces and hearts coming together.

Qin Shu was lying on the rocking chair, looking at the full moon in the sky. If she were in Nanxiang City at this time, her parents and brothers were by her side, and the whole family was happy, that would be a true Mid-Autumn Festival reunion.

For a moment, she couldn't help but sigh. In her previous life, she was an orphan and had never enjoyed the warmth of a family. In this life, God has been good to her since she was born, and completely made up for her missing part. , It's a pity that now she can only look at the moon with her family and express her love with the moon.

She is fine here, but her eldest brother is still far away in the western frontier. After all, it is bitterly cold in the frontier, and I don't know if he is living well there.

Xinlian and Xinyi also heard their master's slight sigh. They squatted next to them. The sweet-scented osmanthus mooncake is fragrant and delicious, sweet but not greasy, please give it a try."

Seeing them like this, Qin Shu knew what they were thinking, so she picked up a piece and said with a smile: "You two are good at craftsmanship. I used to like the snacks you made at home, so I want to try them."

Xinyi responded: "As long as the empress likes it, you can tell the slaves what you want to eat at any time."

After Qin Shu finished eating, she praised them a few more times. To be honest, as far as Xinlian and Xinyi's skills in making desserts were concerned, in her world, top-notch pastry chefs might not have the skill of these two.

Xinlian handed over the handkerchief, wiped Qin Shu's hands, and then served the tea.

Qin Shu took a sip of tea and faintly heard the faint sound of silk and bamboo, which was obviously coming from the night banquet in the palace.

Then, she said to Xinlian and Xinyi, "You two made these with your own hands. Try them yourself."

Not long after, there were footsteps approaching, and then, a respectful voice sounded in my ears.

"Your Majesty, Concubine Chen, the night wind is heavy with dew. The imperial doctor has told me, Your Majesty, you should pay more attention to keeping warm and don't catch cold. The Queen is also a lover..."

Before Qin Shu could wait for Cao Chang to finish speaking, she turned around and glanced at him, "Eunuch Cao, you are now the chief eunuch in my palace. Whatever I say and do is decided by me. Do you understand? "

Cao Chang was startled for a moment, then quickly replied: "Yes, I understand. Your Majesty is the master of Yuehua Palace, and I am just your servant, Concubine Chen. I will warn the people under you."

Yes, he is a smart man who knows everything. Qin Shu said: "Okay, I have my own heart and heart here. You don't need to worry about it. Just step back."

Cao Chang bowed respectfully and said, "Yes, I will retire."

After Cao Chang left, Xinlian asked, "My dear, is this Cao Chang trustworthy?"

Qin Shu looked indifferent and said: "He is a smart man. If it can be used, use it. If it is not useful, just get rid of it."

Xinlian and Xinyi knew the meaning of their master's words very well, so there was no need to ask any more questions.