Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

037 Night Raid

When Huanbi returned to the banquet, there was an elusive trace of joy across her face, with a hint of pink on it. Zhen Huan caught sight of this subtle change, and a trace of sadness rose in her heart.

What on earth was she expecting? Wasn't this exactly what she had carefully planned?

Yinzhen seemed to notice that Zhen Huan was in a low mood, so he asked softly, "Huan Huan, what are you thinking about?"

Zhen Huan came back to her senses and replied, "I seem to be a little tipsy and was a little dazed just now."

"Liuzhu, go and make some hangover soup for your young lady." Yinzhen ordered.

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhu immediately left. Zhen Huan smiled at Yin Zhen and said, "I appreciate your consideration, Your Majesty."

When Yinzhen saw the crape myrtles blooming in the courtyard, he ordered his servants to pick out a few pots of the most beautiful flowers and send them to Zhen Huan's residence.

He smiled and said, "I saw that the crape myrtle flowers are blooming so beautifully at this moment, so I thought that you might be able to add some vitality to your place, so I have already ordered someone to send it over. This is the season when the crape myrtle flowers are at their most gorgeous."

After hearing this, Zhen Huan was filled with gratitude and replied respectfully: "I thank the emperor for his kindness. I am honored to receive such a gift from the emperor."

Cao Qinmo saw this and said softly with a gentle smile: "The emperor is really considerate and caring to Lady Wan."

Zhen Huan smiled and responded, "The Emperor treats every sister in the harem equally and impartially. He also cares for you, Sister Cao."

Cao Qinmo turned her gaze gently towards Yinzhen, her eyes full of affection, and she whispered softly: "The emperor's grace is like the spring rain, silently nourishing every corner of the harem. From the noble queen to each of us concubines, we are all bathed in the emperor's care."

After Cao Qinmo finished drinking the wine in the glass, she gently wiped her lips with her handkerchief, elegantly and calmly.

Suddenly, a palace maid came quickly with a trace of panic on her face. She quickly approached Cao Qinmo, leaned over and whispered something in her ear.

Cao Qinmo's expression suddenly became solemn. She quickly stood up, respectfully bowed to the Emperor Yinzhen, and said anxiously, "Your Majesty, I have something urgent to deal with, so I must leave first."

Seeing this, Yinzhen frowned slightly and asked with concern: "What on earth has made you so hurried?"

Cao Qinmo tried her best to remain calm, forcing a smile from the corner of her mouth, and replied: "A palace maid from Wen Yi reported that she vomited milk again. I am worried and need to go and check on her immediately."

Yinzhen showed a trace of worry on his face, and asked with concern: "Has the imperial physician come to diagnose it?"

Cao Qinmo responded, a hint of worry flashing across her eyes, "The imperial physician has been here, and he said that Wen Yi has a weakness from birth, and coupled with the recent unbearable heat, this is why he has these symptoms. His condition has eased before, but I didn't expect it to flare up again today."

Her words revealed deep worry, and tears welled up in her eyes. "I am really worried about her."

Concubine Hua, who was standing by, seemed to be unaware of the situation. She showed a surprised expression and asked in confusion: "Didn't I remember that you said it had improved before? How come it's…"

At this time, Yinzhen stood up and said firmly: "I will go with you to take a look."

The originally joyful atmosphere was instantly dissipated by this sudden news, and the banquet came to a hasty end.

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An Lingrong walked side by side with Zhen Huan. After a brief moment of contemplation, she asked softly, "Sister, don't you think this is a little unusual?"

"Tell me what you have to say." Zhen Huan tilted her head and listened carefully.

An Lingrong continued, "It is common for babies to spit up milk, but it is really puzzling that Princess Wen Yi does it so repeatedly. If we talk about the climate, Concubine Hua's Qingliang Palace is undoubtedly the coolest place in the palace."

Zhen Huan thought for a moment and responded, "Princess Wen Yi is already one year old. I don't think I've ever heard of her spitting up milk. This is indeed a bit sudden."

An Lingrong smiled slightly and continued, "Perhaps this is just a common ailment for babies. As long as we take good care of it, it will gradually get better."

Zhen Huan nodded gently and said calmly, "I hope Concubine Cao and Concubine Hua can take good care of Princess Wen Yi."

An Lingrong lowered her eyes, a worried look on her face: "For the sake of personal glory and wealth, a mother can be so cruel, it's really sigh-worthy."

She felt a spontaneous pity for Princess Wen Yi, thinking that the cute little girl like a pink ball might be suffering at this moment.

Zhen Huan shook her head slightly and said softly, "We don't need to discuss this any more."

(Bitong Academy)

Due to Wen Yi's condition, Yinzhen has chosen to stay in Qingliang Palace in recent days.

At this moment, Zhen Huan was affected by the sultry weather and felt depressed and dull in her heart.

She didn't know whether her emotion came from her longing for Yunli or her concern for Yinzhen. Her thoughts were in a mess and she pondered for a long time.

Suddenly, there was a deafening roar outside the house, followed by rumbling thunder. The roar of thunder startled Zhen Huan. Her heartbeat accelerated instantly and she felt a little scared and uneasy.

She quickly sat up and covered her ears with her hands, trying to block out the heart-pounding roar.

Huanbi rushed over upon hearing the noise and asked with concern, "My lady, are you okay? There was thunder outside, you must have been frightened. In the past, you were always accompanied by your wife in the mansion, and after entering the palace, you were usually accompanied by the emperor. Let this servant stay with you tonight."

Zhen Huan lowered her head slightly and said to Huanbi in a low voice, "After all, there is another person by your side."

Her words revealed a complex emotion, as if she was lamenting the passage of time and the changes in people and things.

As for who the "other person" she was referring to was, whether it was Huanbi, Concubine Hua, or someone else, Huanbi had no way of knowing, and Zhen Huan did not say it clearly.

Huanbi mistakenly thought that Zhen Huan was talking about Concubine Hua, and she responded softly: "Empress Hua does have General Nian as her backing, and we really can't easily conflict with her."

However, Zhen Huan shook her head slightly, and her mind did not seem to be on this.

"You go down first. I want to be alone." There was a hint of fatigue and helplessness in Zhen Huan's tone.

Seeing this, Huanbi did not dare to ask more questions, but just answered obediently: "Okay, then I will wait outside, young master, you can call me anytime if you need anything."

After saying this, Huanbi quietly left the room, leaving Zhen Huan alone to face the silent night.

-

Zhen Huan was immersed in her own thoughts when she suddenly felt the bed curtain being gently lifted. She looked up and saw Yinzhen's figure coming into view.

Her heart warmed up, and she immediately threw herself into his arms, saying with a choked voice, "Silang, Huanhuan is so scared."

Yinzhen immediately hugged her tightly, his voice gentle but firm, "Hanhuan, don't be afraid, I'm coming, I'm coming."

His words were like a warm current, instantly calming the fear in Zhen Huan's heart.

Zhen Huan regained consciousness a little and noticed the sound of rain outside. She asked softly, "It's raining so hard outside, why is Si Lang here?"

Yinzhen smiled and explained, "It was thundering outside. I know you are afraid of thunder, so I came here specially."

Zhen Huan listened to his words, and a warm current surged in her heart. She hugged Yin Zhen's hand tightly, and her voice was trembling, "Silang, will you always be so good to Huan Huan?"

Yinzhen sensed her uneasiness. He looked at her affectionately and said firmly, "Yes, I will always treat you well."

His words were like a reassurance, gradually dispelling the fear and anxiety in Zhen Huan's heart.

(Qingliang Hall)

At this moment, Concubine Hua was wearing a bright red nightgown, sitting alone on the bed with empty eyes, as if she was thinking deeply about something that was troubling her.

Song Zhi, who was standing by, asked cautiously, "My queen, aren't you going to rest yet? It's late."

Hua Fei did not respond, but was immersed in her own thoughts.

Seeing this, Songzhi gently reminded, "Your Highness, the Emperor has been gone for a long time."

When Yinzhen was mentioned, Concubine Hua's expression finally fluctuated a little. She raised her head slightly, and said with a hint of dissatisfaction: "Where is the emperor?"

Song Zhi answered hesitantly, "The Emperor... He went to Bitong Academy."

As Songzhi finished her words, the atmosphere in the room instantly became extremely tense.

Songzhi lowered her head, not daring to breathe, for fear of angering Concubine Hua.

Concubine Hua was furious at this moment. A fierce look flashed in her eyes. She picked up a pillow and threw it out, shouting, "Zhen Huan, you bitch!"

Her voice was full of anger and jealousy, as if she wanted to vent all her dissatisfaction.

Songzhi was so frightened that she trembled all over and dared not move at all.

Hua Fei became more and more agitated. She gnashed her teeth and growled, "Kill her, you must kill her!"