Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

008 A lotus flower emerges from clear water, naturally free of decoration

The next morning, the news in the palace spread quickly like a spring breeze. The empress dowager personally issued an imperial decree, depriving Yu Daying of her title of "Lady Miaoyin" and demoting her to a court lady.

At the same time, the Queen Mother ordered that Xin Changzai, who had been punished before, be released and comforted.

This news caused an uproar in the harem, and the concubines in the harem also had their own thoughts.

Some expressed sympathy for Yu Da Ying's experience, but others were secretly glad that they were not caught up in this turmoil.

Xin Changzai was surrounded by palace maids. Although her face looked a little haggard, there was a determination in her eyes.

She knew this was her chance to get back on her feet.

In the following days, the harem became lively again.

The palace maids were busy preparing clothes and jewelry for Xin Changzai, while the eunuchs were busy delivering various messages and items.

Yu Da Ying was placed in a remote courtyard and lived a life that was completely different from before.

Zhen Huan, Shen Meizhuang and others had also heard about all these changes.

(Smashed Jade Pavilion)

Shen Meizhuang walked closer and said with a hint of joking: "You are really leisurely. The news in the palace has spread everywhere."

Zhen Huan pretended to be confused: "Oh? What's causing such a stir?"

Shen Meizhuang replied, "I promised that the Empress Dowager would deprive me of my status as Lady Miaoyin and demote me to a court lady, while Concubine Xin was also released."

An Lingrong had also heard about it, but was just confused, "How could it be the Empress Dowager's decree? Isn't the Empress Dowager always indifferent to these harem affairs?"

Shen Meizhuang continued to explain: "I heard that when the palace maid reported it, the Queen happened to be in the Queen Mother's palace, so the Queen Mother issued an imperial decree."

"It is not appropriate for the Queen to punish Yu Guan's woman at this moment. After all, the Emperor is still interested in her, so the Queen Mother took action." Zhen Huan explained.

An Lingrong nodded: "I see."

Zhen Huan now turned to An Lingrong, her eyes sparkling, "Lingrong, now is your chance."

An Lingrong was puzzled: "Why do you say that, sister?"

Zhen Huan smiled: "The reason why Yuguan's daughter was favored was nothing more than that she could sing Kunqu Opera, but you, Lingrong, your singing voice is truly beautiful, far better than hers by several times."

An Lingrong hesitated: "Sister, can I really do this?"

Shen Meizhuang smiled and interrupted, "Of course you can. As long as you practice diligently for a few more days, you will definitely be able to make the emperor fascinated by what you hear."

An Lingrong lowered her head shyly: "Sisters always make fun of me like this, I really don't care about you anymore."

Zhen Huan said solemnly: "To tell you the truth, the emperor has chosen to stay in Changchun Palace these two days to comfort Concubine Xin. You should practice more diligently. If you can surprise everyone with one move, wouldn't that be a wonderful thing?"

Shen Meizhuang also echoed, "Huan'er is right, Lingrong, now is the perfect time for you to show your skills, don't let the opportunity slip away and let others take the lead."

After hearing this, An Lingrong nodded slightly and said softly, "I have already remembered your teachings."

-

Two days passed like this, and Zhen Huan still asked Xiao Yunzi to place a swing in the imperial garden, thinking about the day when she could go there and enjoy it leisurely.

Just last night, Yuguan girl knelt in front of the gate of the Hall of Mental Cultivation and sang affectionately all night long. Her tenacity and sincerity melted the ice in Yinzhen's heart quietly, and at this moment she began to show a proud expression again.

"My lady, you have not seen Yu's appearance with your own eyes, but I felt extremely uncomfortable when I saw her." Huanbi couldn't help but complain.

Zhen Huan knew Huanbi's temperament very well. She was always easily dissatisfied with others, so she gently advised: "She is now a member of the palace. We should not talk about her behind her back, so as not to cause unnecessary trouble."

"Yes, my lady, I spoke out of turn." After hearing this, Huanbi immediately realized her mistake and apologized quickly.

"How has Lingrong been doing these days?" Zhen Huan asked curiously.

"Ms. An has been practicing "The Lotus Picking Song" diligently in the Yanx Palace these past two days. She hopes to win the emperor's favor." Huanbi replied.

"I heard that the emperor admires Concubine Xia very much and even bestowed her with a title?" Zhen Huan asked again.

"Yes, she is Concubine Zi now." Huanbi said.

At this moment, Zhen Huan was filled with thoughts. She remembered that in her previous life, Xia Dongchun was severely punished by Concubine Hua early on, but in this life, she was able to survive safely until now.

"I heard that Concubine Zi has the support of the Empress behind her. There are also rumors that the Empress suggested that the Emperor go to the Yanx Palace to visit Concubine Zi." Huanbi continued to add.

"No wonder she is so favored." Zhen Huan sighed.

At this time, Xiao Yunzi walked in with light steps. He respectfully reported: "My lady, today is sunny and the breeze is not dry. It is a good day for swinging. Would you like to go to the Imperial Garden for a visit?"

Lingrong has not yet received the emperor's favor. If she deliberately "coincidentally" meets the emperor at this moment, Zhen Huan can't help but wonder, what would she feel in her heart?

Zhen Huan thought for a moment, then said softly: "Forget it, let's stop doing it today and wait for two days."

(Yanxi Palace)

At this moment, An Lingrong was practicing a piece of music hard in her room, but unfortunately, Zi Changzai was also present, and the atmosphere between the two became tense.

Zi Changzai sneered arrogantly, "Are you trying to seduce the emperor with this vulgar tune? You have no sense of shame in public."

An Lingrong tried her best to remain calm and didn't want to have a direct conflict with her. She humbly replied, "Greetings, Concubine Zi, I have no such intention."

Zi Changzai was not willing to give in and continued to mock him, "I don't think you dare to have such an idea. Do you still want to turn a sparrow into a phoenix? You'd better save yourself the trouble."

An Lingrong caught a glimpse of bright yellow from the corner of her eye, and an idea came to her mind, and tears immediately welled up in her eyes.

Seeing this, Zi Changzai sneered in dissatisfaction: "Why are you crying? I didn't bully you. It's really bad luck."

At this moment, Yinzhen's voice suddenly sounded: "What are you doing?"

Xia Dongchun was startled and turned around quickly to salute: "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you."

An Lingrong was stunned at this moment. She was wearing a turquoise dress today, like a blooming hibiscus, fresh and refined.

Ningxiang, who was standing by, saw this and quickly reminded her to bow. An Lingrong then came to her senses and hurriedly bowed: "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you. May your Majesty be blessed with good health."

Yinzhen smiled and said, "The lotus comes out of the clear water, naturally without any decoration. You guys get up."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Yinzhen turned to Xia Dongchun, his tone somewhat serious: "I was passing by here and heard a touching song, so I wanted to come and see who the beauty was. I didn't expect to see you scolding someone when I walked in. It seems that I came at the wrong time."

Xia Dongchun was terrified at the moment and did not dare to resist at all. She replied in a low voice: "I just...just felt that my rest time was disturbed, so I gave you a little warning."

Yinzhen ignored her and looked at An Lingrong and asked, "Who are you?"

An Lingrong replied respectfully: "I promised An."

Yinzhen nodded and asked again: "What song did you just sing?"

An Lingrong replied: "In reply to your Majesty, I sang "The Lotus Picking Song"."

Yinzhen nodded slightly and praised: "In the south of the Yangtze River, you can pick lotus, and the lotus leaves are so lush. This beautiful scenery is like a beautiful piece of music, which is really refreshing and pleasant to listen to."

An Lingrong quickly thanked him: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your compliment."

Yinzhen glanced at Su Peisheng, then turned and left the Yanx Palace.

Su Peisheng understood and said to Xia Dongchun, "Zi Changzai, the emperor asks you to return to the palace and reflect on your mistakes for a month."

Then, he said to An Lingrong, "An promised that the emperor will summon you to sleep with him tonight, and a maid will come to inform you of the specific arrangements later."

Before Xia Dongchun could resist, she was sent back to her palace by the palace maids.

An Lingrong, supported by Ningxiang and Manxiang, returned to her room and began to prepare for the evening's sleeping arrangement.

-

Tonight, there were no jade tables and golden cups sent by the flower room, and no Queen to interfere, so An Lingrong successfully served in the emperor's bed.

She was gently carried by the eunuchs to the couch in the Hall of Mental Cultivation. The moment she looked up at Yinzhen, a shy and charming smile appeared on her face.

Then, a night of tenderness and sweetness quietly unfolds...