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

Although the morning in Yihua Palace was quiet, Concubine Zhao's heart was full of waves. She sat in front of the window, looking at the direction where His Majesty left, feeling warm and a little sad. The loss of the child was a pain she couldn't express in words, but she knew that she couldn't stay immersed in grief forever.

Concubine Zhao stood up, walked to the dressing table, and began to dress up. She took a deep breath, trying to make herself look stronger. Seeing this, Caiwei asked softly, "Concubine Zhao, today is not the day to pay respects, are you going out?"

Concubine Zhao smiled slightly and said, "Let's go to Weiyang Palace and pay our respects to the Empress."

Although Caiwei was a little confused, she still answered obediently: "Yes, Jieyu."

Concubine Zhao chose an elegant dress and paired it with simple jewelry, making herself look dignified and gentle.

After finishing her makeup, Concubine Zhao walked out of the bedroom, and Caiwei put a cloak on her. She admired the beautiful scenery of Yihua Palace, felt the tranquility and peace of the morning, and tried to calm herself down.

On the way to Weiyang Palace, Concubine Zhao was full of thoughts. Caiwei noticed her silence and asked curiously, "Concubine Zhao, why do you want to pay respects to the Queen Mother?"

Concubine Zhao stopped and turned to look at Caiwei. A trace of gratitude flashed in her eyes. She said, "The Queen helped me so much before, but I never thanked her for anything. I can't help feeling a little guilty."

Caiwei nodded after hearing this, and then advised: "The Queen is kind-hearted, please don't blame me for being nosy. You finally regained your favor, why not surrender to the Queen? This way you will have someone to rely on in this palace. You can't always rely on the favor of His Majesty."

After hearing this, Concubine Zhao pondered for a moment. After so many years of palace life, she had a clear understanding of the situation in the palace. Indeed, surrendering to the queen was a good choice, and she could find a strong backing in the palace.

She nodded gently and said, "You're right. I'll consider it."

Caiwei was delighted to see that Concubine Zhao finally gave in, and she quickly complimented her, "Concubine Zhao is wise."

When they arrived at Weiyang Palace, Zheng Xiyan was having breakfast. A young eunuch came in and reported respectfully, "Your Majesty, Concubine Zhao is here to pay her respects to you."

Hearing this, Zheng Xiyan smiled slightly and said, "Why is Concubine Zhao here? It's so cold, let her in quickly!"

"Yes!" The young eunuch responded and withdrew. After a while, Concubine Zhao, accompanied by Caiwei, walked into the main hall of Weiyang Palace.

Concubine Zhao walked into the main hall of Weiyang Palace and immediately saw Zheng Xiyan sitting in the main seat. She was dressed in gorgeous queen's attire, with an elegant temperament, dignified and majestic.

She hurried forward and bowed, saying respectfully: "Your Majesty, I greet you. May you be blessed with good health."

Zheng Xiyan smiled and waved her hand, signaling Concubine Zhao to excuse herself. She looked at Concubine Zhao carefully, and seeing that she looked good, she asked with concern, "It's so cold today, why are you here?"

Concubine Zhao bowed her head slightly and replied, "I came here because I wanted to pay my respects to the queen."

Zheng Xiyan nodded, surprised by Concubine Zhao's frankness. She waved her hand, signaling the palace maids and eunuchs in the hall to leave, leaving only Concubine Zhao and herself in the hall.

Zheng Xiyan asked: "Tell me! You came to see me, not just to greet me, right?"

Concubine Zhao took a deep breath and looked up at Zheng Xiyan, with a determined light in her eyes, "The Queen is indeed smart."

Zheng Xiyan sighed softly and said, "Last night, Concubine De gave birth to the fourth prince. I think it reminded you of the sad past."

Concubine Zhao looked sad and nodded, her voice choking, "I think about my dead child all the time."

Zheng Xiyan comforted him, "Your child is gone and will never come back. Concubine Rong is also dead. It's better to learn to forget the past."

Concubine Zhao wiped the tears from her eyes and looked at Zheng Xiyan solemnly, "I understand. After going through so much, I also understand a lot of truths. In this palace, perhaps the Queen can be a better support for me than Your Majesty."

Zheng Xiyan chuckled and said, "So, you are surrendering to me?"

Concubine Zhao nodded and said firmly, "That's right. If it weren't for the Queen's secret help during the time I was confined, I would have died long ago. The Queen's great kindness will be unforgettable to me."

Zheng Xiyan played with the jade ruyi in her hand and smiled slightly, "As the master of the harem, it is my duty to take care of the concubines."

Concubine Zhao took a deep breath and continued, "My Queen, I am willing to be loyal to you from now on. Please protect me."

Zheng Xiyan put down the jade ruyi in her hand and looked at Concubine Zhao with sharp eyes, "Be loyal to me? You are in favor now, and it is not difficult for you to get pregnant with a dragon heir again. Why should I believe that you will be loyal to me?"

Concubine Zhao said excitedly: "Empress, in this harem, the favor of His Majesty is fleeting. Even if I give birth to a prince, I have no one to rely on. I have no family to rely on. I will have a hard time in this palace. Only you, Empress, are the real master of the harem. I can only survive in this palace by relying on you."

Zheng Xiyan smiled with satisfaction when she heard this. She knew that the joining of Concubine Zhao might bring her considerable help in the future.

"Okay! I promise you." Zheng Xiyan's voice was firm and powerful.

Upon hearing this, Concubine Zhao was overjoyed and quickly bowed and said, "Thank you, Queen."

At this time, Biluo came in and reported respectfully: "Empress, His Majesty has left the court and is coming this way."

Zheng Xiyan smiled happily when she heard this. She quickly stood up and said to Concubine Zhao, "Let's go with me to welcome His Majesty!"

Concubine Zhao also stood up quickly and responded, "Yes!"

So, the two of them walked out of the main hall of Weiyang Palace together and went outside the hall to greet Xiao Xuanchen. Their faces were filled with smiles, and when Xiao Xuanchen's figure appeared in their sight, they both knelt slightly and performed a standard palace etiquette.

"Your Majesty, your servant pays homage." Zheng Xiyan and Concubine Zhao said in unison.

Xiao Xuanchen looked at the two of them, with a hint of surprise in his eyes. He didn't expect Concubine Zhao to come to Weiyang Palace so early in the morning. He nodded slightly and said, "Everyone, get up."