After killing four concubines, the queen was sentenced to death and reborn

"There's nothing big going on. It's just that Concubine Zhao regained favor a few days ago. But Your Majesty has been staying in the Weiyang Palace these days." Jing Yang reported truthfully.

Prince Xiang frowned slightly, "Talented Lady Zhao? The dancer that Your Majesty took in to the temporary palace last year?" There was a hint of surprise in his tone, and he was obviously a little surprised by the news.

"Your Highness, that's right." Jingyang nodded in reply.

King Xiang pondered for a moment, a playful smile appeared on his face, "It seems that Xiao Xuanchen has deep feelings for her!" His words revealed a wisdom and depth that could see through everything.

"Why do you think so, Your Highness? She is just a dancer." Jing Yang asked with some confusion.

Prince Xiang chuckled, "You don't understand Xiao Xuanchen, and you don't understand the emperor's mind." He paused and continued, "Most of the women in the harem entered the palace through the selection, and some were sent to him by the queen mother, but none of them was the one he wanted. But Zhao Cairen was chosen by him personally to stay by his side. Do you understand the deep meaning of this?"

Jing Yang was stunned when he heard this, and then he suddenly realized, "I am stupid, please enlighten me, Your Majesty." He lowered his head respectfully, waiting for King Xiang's instruction.

King Xiang smiled and shook his head. "The harem seems calm, but undercurrents are surging. Behind every woman are different forces and interests. Maybe Zhao Cairen is just a chess piece used by Xiao Xuanchen to balance the harem. Although she was born in a humble family, she is now favored by Xiao Xuanchen, which is undoubtedly a huge threat to other women in the harem. Or maybe Zhao Cairen does have some outstanding qualities, and the most important thing is that she is the woman he personally chose."

"I understand." Jingyang lowered his head respectfully, but his heart was surging.

King Xiang's voice was low and firm: "Order your men to keep a close eye on King Ming's palace these days and report any disturbance immediately." His eyes revealed unquestionable majesty.

Jingyang took a deep breath and straightened his back, "I obey your command." He turned around and was about to leave, but was stopped by King Xiang.

"Remember, this matter is of great importance, so you must proceed with caution." King Xiang's voice was full of seriousness.

"Yes!" Jing Yang nodded in agreement, and then slowly withdrew. In the next few days, he must closely monitor the actions of the Ming Palace, and not let go of any disturbance.

In the Purple Palace, Zheng Xiyan and Xiao Xuanchen were discussing the list of people to accompany them on the autumn hunt. She gently unfolded the list, her finger paused on the names of Concubine Chen and Concubine Shu for a moment, then looked up at Xiao Xuanchen.

"Your Majesty, apart from the fact that Wen Chongyi is pregnant and cannot move around, she naturally cannot accompany you on this autumn hunt. As for the other concubines, I have drawn up a list for your Majesty to review." Zheng Xiyan's voice was soft but firm.

Xiao Xuanchen took the list and glanced at it casually. His gaze lingered on the names of Concubine Chen and Concubine Shu for a moment, and his brows slightly frowned. "Concubine Chen and Concubine Shu don't have to accompany you." He said lightly.

Zheng Xiyan frowned slightly and said softly, "Your Majesty, after all, Concubine Chen and Concubine Shu are concubines. If they do not accompany us on this autumn hunt, it may cause trouble. I hope Your Majesty will think twice."

Xiao Xuanchen pondered for a moment, and finally nodded, "Forget it, let them go with us."

Zheng Xiyan breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, "Your Majesty is wise. Your Majesty hasn't visited Wen Chongyi at Zhonghua Palace for several days. After all, Wen Chongyi is pregnant. Your Majesty can't forget her."

Xiao Xuanchen smiled and said, "I understand. I will go to Zhonghua Palace to see her later. I hope the Queen can rest assured."

After Zheng Xiyan paid her respects, she slowly left the Purple Palace. Shuang Ning saw this and hurried forward to support her. Zheng Xiyan gently waved her hand, "I want to take a walk and don't want to sit in the phoenix carriage anymore."

The master and servant walked side by side on the palace road, followed by a group of people. Shuang Ning couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, why did you let Concubine Chen and Concubine Shu accompany you on this autumn hunt? Wouldn't it be better if they didn't go?"

Zheng Xiyan stopped and looked back at Shuang Ning, a hint of deep meaning flashed in her eyes, "Ji'er and Yi'er are so young, they naturally can't go to the temporary palace with you. They have bad intentions, how can I let them stay in the palace at ease. Although the Queen Mother is old and doesn't want to move around, she will stay in the palace, but in order to ensure that nothing goes wrong, it is better to let Concubine Chen and Concubine Shu go with you, so that I can feel at ease."

Shuang Ning suddenly understood and nodded, "I understand."

The next morning, Zheng Xiyan came to Shoukang Palace to pay respects to the Queen Mother. The Queen Mother sat on the couch, looked at Zheng Xiyan and asked, "Are you ready for the autumn hunt?"

Zheng Xiyan smiled and said, "Mother, everything is almost ready. His Majesty has already set the date for departure."

The Queen Mother nodded, "Okay."

Zheng Xiyan smiled and said, "Last year, the Queen Mother didn't go to the palace with me. It would be great if we could go together this year."

The Queen Mother shook her head and said, "I am old and don't want to move around. Let's forget it."

Zheng Xiyan did not force it, but just smiled and said, "Mother is right."

The Queen Mother suddenly became serious. "But I want to remind the Queen that I don't want to see the Emperor bring back any dancers or singers again. Not everyone can enter this palace."

Zheng Xiyan nodded solemnly, "I understand, and I will definitely advise Your Majesty more."

The Queen Mother nodded with satisfaction. "Well, I hope the Queen won't disappoint me."

"I will keep this in mind and will never let you down." Zheng Xiyan answered solemnly, with a determined light in his eyes.

The Queen Mother nodded with satisfaction, "Okay, I feel relieved with your words."

At this time, Princess Xuanhua came in holding Jun'er and called sweetly, "Mother, sister-in-law."

Zheng Xiyan smiled and looked at Princess Xuanhua and Jun'er, and asked, "Will Xuanhua not go with us on this autumn hunt?"

Princess Xuanhua shook her head and said softly, "No, I'll stay here to accompany my mother and Jun'er. My dear sister-in-law, go and have fun."

Zheng Xiyan nodded, "Okay, Xuanhua is really thoughtful."

Princess Xuanhua added, "Don't worry, sister-in-law. I will also go to Weiyang Palace to visit Ji'er and Yi'er. I won't let them be alone."

Zheng Xiyan felt warm in her heart and said with a smile: "Then the emperor's sister-in-law would like to thank Xuanhua."

Princess Xuanhua shook her head slightly, "You are too polite, sister-in-law."

Zheng Xiyan stood up and walked over to tease Jun'er in Princess Xuanhua's arms. Looking at his innocent smile, she said with a smile, "Jun'er is really well-behaved. It seems that this personality is inherited from the prince consort, and is not very similar to you."

Princess Xuanhua gently stroked Jun'er's little face, her eyes full of tenderness, "Ah! There's nothing wrong with letting him be."

Hearing this, Zheng Xiyan joked, "You have been staying in the palace these days, and your husband has been running to the palace every day, which is really enviable! Mother, why don't you let Xuanhua leave the palace?"

The Queen Mother looked at Princess Xuanhua and Jun'er, her eyes full of smiles, "You have only lived here for a few days? Let the Prince Consort wait for a while!"