Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

119 Grounding

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"Congratulations, Your Majesty, on your promotion to Imperial Concubine. This is a great grace from Heaven, and Your Majesty is blessed with great fortune." The palace maids and eunuchs congratulated again in unison, their faces filled with joy and admiration.

Their voices echoed throughout the palace, adding a touch of solemnity and joy to this glorious moment.

Zhen Huan sat upright on the couch. She gently raised her hand, motioning everyone to stand up, with a gentle yet dignified smile on her face: "Everyone, stand up."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" The palace maids and eunuchs bowed again, their gratitude evident in words.

"Huanbi, please go and see off the official who is conferring the title, and express my gratitude on my behalf." Zhen Huan turned to look at Huanbi who was waiting on the side, and whispered.

"Okay, I'll obey your command." Huanbi responded and left, her steps light and powerful.

"Your Majesty, after the enthronement ceremony is successfully concluded, please remember to go to Jingren Palace to listen to the Queen's teachings and express your gratitude to the Emperor and the Queen." Jin Xi reminded gently.

"The envoy has just reminded me." Zhen Huan turned her head to Liu Zhu and said, "Liu Zhu, quickly bring me the wedding dress. I need to change into it immediately."

"Yes, sir." Liu Zhu smiled as bright as a flower.

The tray in her hand held a dazzling imperial concubine's dress, which was golden in color and was carefully woven from precious smoked mink.

The dress is interwoven with gold and silver threads, and as the hem of the skirt sways lightly, four oriental pearls complement each other, and the end is dotted with corals. The whole dress is noble and gorgeous, which is breathtaking.

"What a beautiful auspicious dress." Liu Zhu exclaimed, with envy gleaming in his eyes.

Fortunately, Zhen Huan had taken careful precautions in advance to ensure that the clothes were intact, so they could be presented so flawlessly before our eyes.

After Zhen Huan put on this extraordinarily luxurious auspicious dress, she looked even more dignified and elegant, as if she were a fairy walking out of a painting.

Just at this moment, Huanbi also walked in lightly, holding a delicate armor in her hand, with a gentle smile on her face. She carefully put the armor on Zhen Huan one by one, showing her thoughtfulness and consideration.

(Jingren Palace)

Yi Zhengxiu pretended to have a severe headache and leaned on the bed with a slightly pale face.

Huichun, who was standing by, gently massaged her temples, trying to relieve the sudden headache.

"It's all because of my poor health that I got a headache at this critical moment. I'm afraid I'll miss the auspicious time because of it. It's really a sin." Yixiu said apologetically, with a hint of weakness and self-blame in her voice.

When Yinzhen heard this, a trace of concern flashed in his eyes. He said gently, "It's okay. Just rest and take care of yourself. It won't be too late to go out when you feel better."

Jianqiu walked into the inner room with a beaming face, her voice filled with joy that was hard to conceal, and she said softly, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, Imperial Concubine Xi has arrived and is waiting outside."

Upon hearing this, Yixiu sighed softly, as if she was helpless about her physical condition.

She said softly, "Your Majesty, you may go ahead. I will tidy up a bit and come right after."

Yinzhen nodded, his eyes showing his understanding and tenderness towards Yixiu. He said, "Okay, I will go out to welcome Concubine Xi first, and you can prepare with peace of mind."

After saying this, he stretched out his body and strode out of the room with great strides, showing the demeanor of an emperor.

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The curtains hung lightly, revealing a soft and hazy light and shadow, making Yinzhen's vision slightly blurred.

He called softly, "Wanwan?"

Then, he realized his slip of the tongue and quickly corrected himself, "Huanhuan."

Upon hearing the voice, Zhen Huan slowly walked out from behind the curtain, smiling gently, and bowed, saying, "Your Highness, I pay my respects to you."

Her voice was clear and pleasant, like a spring breeze, gently brushing Yinzhen's heart.

Yinzhen looked closely and saw that Zhen Huan's outfit was particularly outstanding today. He praised sincerely: "Huan Huan is so beautiful today."

Zhen Huan couldn't help but blush when she heard this. She lowered her head shyly and replied softly: "As long as Si Lang likes it, I will be satisfied."

When Yixiu walked out of the inner room, what caught her eye was Zhen Huan's dazzling and gorgeous dress. A hint of surprise flashed across her eyes, and a hint of injustice rose in her heart, but she still maintained a decent smile on her face.

"Your concubine greets the Queen." Zhen Huan's voice was clear and pleasant, and her smile was gentle and moving.

This scene may seem warm and harmonious to others, but in Yixiu's eyes it is particularly dazzling, as if it is silently showing off something.

"No need to be so polite." Yixiu responded calmly, her eyes wandering over Zhen Huan, as if she wanted to see through every subtle fluctuation in her heart.

Her eyes were sharp and deep, as if they could see through all disguises and cover-ups.

Fortunately, Yixiu noticed the subtle damage on Zhen Huan's wedding dress and immediately came up with a plan.

Yixiu pretended to be surprised, with a hint of concern and confusion in her voice: "What...what is going on? Why is the auspicious dress like this?"

Her eyes moved around Zhen Huan, and she seemed very surprised by the situation.

Zhen Huan couldn't help but feel a little puzzled when she heard this. She had clearly arranged everything in advance, so why did such an omission occur? She frowned slightly, with a hint of confusion and uneasiness in her eyes.

Seeing this, Jianqiu stepped forward and said in a cautious and respectful voice, "Your Majesty, the royal dress of Concubine Xi does seem to have some minor damage."

When Yinzhen heard this, his brows furrowed, and his eyes revealed a bit of displeasure and confusion.

He followed Zhen Huan's gaze and discovered that the silk thread on the hem of the gorgeous auspicious dress had quietly torn at some point, revealing the lining underneath, which looked quite embarrassing.

Zhen Huan was shocked when she saw this, and she quickly knelt down to apologize, with a voice full of fear and self-blame: "I really didn't know that my wedding dress was damaged to this extent, so I rashly came to see the emperor and the queen. This rude behavior is really my fault. I beg the emperor and the queen to forgive my mistake."

Her words were earnest and her attitude was humble, showing she was extremely sincere.

Yixiu was also feeling mixed emotions at the moment. She quickly weighed the pros and cons, turned to look at Yinzhen, and said in a gentle tone: "Imperial Concubine Xi has always been cautious. This incident must have been caused by the negligence of the servants in the Ministry of Internal Affairs. I believe that she did not do it intentionally. Please forgive her this time, Your Majesty, considering that this is her first offense and she has no ill intentions."

However, Yinzhen's expression remained serious. After hesitating for a moment, he slowly spoke: "The Imperial Concubine Xi damaged the auspicious dress, which is an act of disrespect for the emperor. I cannot forgive you lightly. But considering your past behavior, I will punish you by confining you to the Suiyu Pavilion for three months. Without my decree, you are not allowed to go out without permission."

When Zhen Huan heard this, she felt unwilling and aggrieved, but she did not dare to show it on her face.

She tried hard to hold back the tears in her eyes, bowed respectfully, and her voice trembled a little: "I thank the emperor for his grace. I will reflect on my mistakes in the Suiyu Pavilion to atone for my mistakes."

Afterwards, under the gaze of everyone, Zhen Huan slowly turned around and set out on the journey back to Sui Yuxuan.