An Lingrong after rebirth

I know you are a reasonable person, don't worry! The emperor and I are very clear about what should be given to Xiaoliu, and it will definitely not be less.

Yes, I understand. Don't worry, Queen Mother. All right, get up quickly! An Lingrong and Shen Meizhuang left Shoukang Palace with many rewards, and the banquet in Qianqing Palace finally ended.

An Lingrong had just returned to the Yanx Palace and sat down when Yan Gui came hurriedly and said, "Your Majesty, the eunuch Xiao Xiazi who serves the Emperor is here. He said he has the Emperor's oral order that we will have dinner in the Yanx Palace tonight."

An Lingrong was not surprised by this. Three people were promoted today. Concubine Jing had been in the palace for many years and had not seen the emperor for many years. Shen Meizhuang was pregnant again.

Although the emperor said that he was not fair, I could still save some face in front of him with my good voice. The emperor would not forget to come to the Yanxi Palace today.

An Lingrong ordered the small kitchen to prepare a few dishes that the emperor liked. There was no need to make more of the others. Yes, Yan Gui bowed and left.

An Lingrong closed the book in her hand, turned around and said, "Lian'er didn't eat anything at the palace banquet just now, and she is a little hungry now. Ask the kitchen to make a plate of rose yam cake."

Lian'er responded and went down, leaving An Lingrong alone in the hall. Her fingers were rubbing the edge of the book unintentionally, and her mind was full of thoughts, wondering how she should respond when the Emperor came today.

Now that she has Zhen Huan as a substitute, the emperor can simply ignore her voice. She is afraid that she is not as favored as when she first entered the palace.

Although she was not as stingy as Concubine Hua in her favor to the Emperor, who wanted to monopolize him, now that she had a son, she would even rather not have him, and she no longer wanted to be favored.

But in this harem, the life of an unfavored concubine is really not a life for a human being. For the sake of her son, she has to think of a way!

For example, as noble as Concubine Duan, one of the four concubines, was not favored and lived in a side hall of Yanqing Palace until now, with only Jiji serving her.

Although there must be a reason for Concubine Hua, if Concubine Duan was favored, Concubine Hua would not dare to do that! Therefore, if An Lingrong wanted to protect herself and her son, this favor was a fact that she had to fight for.

Now I can't rely on the low-profile methods to make money like before, I still have to think of a way! The palace banquet ended late, and An Lingrong didn't wait long before it got dark.

Waiting at the door holding the child in her arms, An Lingrong looked in the direction of the Qianqing Palace and thought to herself, why hasn't she arrived yet?

Normally, it's not this late, but now we're here, not to mention coming to eat, so we should be here earlier! I waited and waited, but there was no sign of anyone.

After waiting for another half a cup of tea, An Lingrong's arms were sore from holding the child. Finally, she couldn't bear it anymore and said, "Yan Gui, go to the Yangxin Palace and ask if the emperor has arrived yet?"

Didn't you say you came out a long time ago? Yan Gui responded and was about to turn around when a figure flashed at the palace gate and a person came in. An Lingrong looked carefully and saw the person, her face darkened.

But he saw Xiao Xiazi, who came alone. It must be that the emperor broke his promise. He turned around and stopped after receiving An Lingrong's instructions.

After a while, Xiao Xia Zi came in front of An Lingrong, knelt down and saluted, saying: "Your servant pays his respects to Concubine Shu." An Lingrong forced a smile.

"Eunuch Xia, please excuse me. Why are you here alone? What delayed the Emperor?" The smile on little Xia Zi's face seemed a little forced. "Your Majesty, after the palace banquet, Concubine Wan sprained her ankle when she went to Sui Yuxuan.

The emperor had just found out about it, so he went over to take a look. An Lingrong nodded and said, "So that's what it is." She changed her arm to hold her son, her expression unchanged. "Thank you, Eunuch Xia, for making the trip."

Thank you for your hard work, Lian'er...

Lian Er stepped forward and handed over a purse. Xiao Xia felt a little embarrassed. Her Majesty was too polite.

Eunuch Xia, you don't have to be polite. This news is not what you wanted. But I am very confused as to why the emperor only knows about what happened in the afternoon now!

Your Majesty, the Emperor just met Chun Changzai from Suiyuxuan on his way to Yanxi Palace! An Lingrong's eyes flashed with a trace of doubt, and she nodded in understanding. So that's how it is. The Emperor can't live without people. I just spoke to the eunuch.

Yes, "I thank Madam Shupin for your consideration. I will take my leave." Seeing Xiaoxia leave, An Lingrong let out a sigh of relief, holding the child and turned back to the palace.

Lian'er and Qiufang looked at each other and saw a hint of anger in each other's eyes. Suiyuxuan was not on the road to Yanx Palace, and the emperor would not reach Suiyuxuan no matter which way he walked.

Besides, it was so late, the concubines should have rested and should not be hanging around outside. Why did Concubine Chun appear in a place where she shouldn't be and meet the emperor?

Even if she wanted to go to the Imperial Hospital, she wouldn't take this route. I never thought that although Chun Changzai seemed innocent on weekdays, she actually had such a conspiracy behind her.

I just don't know whether the noble lady from Suiyuxuan, Wan, is involved in this. Qiufang shook her head at Lian'er. I guess the emperor won't come tonight.

He said, "I'll go in and take a look first. Lian'er, go to the small kitchen and bring up the prepared dishes." Lian'er responded and went to the small kitchen. Qiufang straightened her clothes and turned to go into the main hall.

Looking up, I saw the Sixth Prince sleeping beside me. An Lingrong was lying on the couch. I picked up the book I had read during the day. Qiufang came forward and said, “Your Majesty…”

An Lingrong didn't even raise her eyelids, "Are you asking if I will be sad?" Qiufang shook her head. The queen was an open-minded person, so how could she be sad just because the emperor didn't come?

That noble lady Wan had received help from the empress when she was in the garden, so why did she do something like intercepting the emperor's favor now? It seems that her favor to the emperor is not as indifferent as before.

An Lingrong turned a page of the book and asked, "Do you think it was Concubine Wan who ordered Concubine Chun to do this?" Qiufang was stunned, "My lady, Concubine Chun is still young and cannot sleep with you. Xiaoxia said that Concubine Wan had a crooked foot..."

Qiufang stopped talking before she finished. An Lingrong did not urge her. Qiufang thought for a moment before she spoke: "Your Majesty, do you mean that Concubine Chun deliberately revealed the fact that Concubine Wan sprained her ankle, either by herself or under the instructions of someone else?"

Let the Empress and Concubine Wan confront each other? The concubines in the harem are bored all day long. If a concubine is picked and the Emperor breaks his promise, she will be ridiculed by others when she pays respects the next day.

No matter what Chun Xiangzai's reason is today, as long as Concubine Wan doesn't reject the emperor, she has intercepted my favor. Add to that the arrangements for the next day, I can't help but hate Concubine Wan.

Even if Concubine Wan rejects the Emperor and asks him to leave, then this favor of mine will become a charity from a Concubine Wan... hehe...

After hearing this, Qiufang's expression changed slightly. Everyone knows that the emperor favors Concubine Wan. Today, Concubine Chun is using this trick, no matter what the result is.

The already estranged relationship between the Empress and Lady Wan will have another crack. Yes, I will not fail if I take action. This palace is being completely targeted.

The queen means the scenery...

No need to say more, just know it. Before Qiufang could finish her words, An Lingrong raised her hand to interrupt her.

Concubine Chun led the emperor to Shatter Yuxuan. This may have nothing to do with her. If she had kept the emperor, then I would have fallen for this plan. So what if I hated Concubine Wan from now on?

What the Queen said is that if the Queen does not react to something like this, everyone will think that the Queen is easy to bully.

No one would think that the queen is generous. If there are any rumors of ulterior motives, that would be a real disaster! The queen is still young, and it is too early to say that she is virtuous.

Qiufang had been in the harem for many years and could see the essence of the problem at a glance. An Lingrong nodded, put the book aside, and leaned back with her head supported by her hands.

If this is the case, what will the Queen do? I sprained my ankle and I don't know if I can go to pay my respects to the Queen tomorrow. If she doesn't go, I won't do anything.

No matter what, I will always be thinking of Concubine Xian, and it is impossible for me to knock on your door, An Lingrong responded, "By the way, how was Concubine Xian's dinner?"

Your Majesty, rest assured. Aunt Zhuying will be watching over it personally, so nothing will go wrong. Well, we still have a noble lady named Fucha in our palace. That day, she was promoted and moved out, so the Yanx Palace should be cleaned up properly.

Your Majesty, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has also sent three people to your promotion this time, but Lian'er and I have already investigated it carefully. It will be clear in a few days. Your Majesty, please wait, and I will report back to you when the time comes.

Just as Qiufang finished speaking, Lian'er poked her head in from the door. An Lingrong couldn't help laughing when she saw it, "Look at Lian'er, what's the matter?" "Come in and tell me what's the matter."

Lian'er scratched her head, "Madam, dinner is ready. I want to ask, can I go to bed now?" An Lingrong nodded, "Go ahead. Eat early and have a good rest. You have to get up early tomorrow to pay your respects!"

Hey! The servant immediately served the meal and called the wet nurse over. Qiufang went down with her, leaving An Lingrong alone to have dinner.

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Inside the Broken Jade Pavilion

Chun Chang was happily eating a piece of cow's milk cheese in her hand. Zhen Huan took a sip from the teacup, with a hint of worry between her brows.

The Emperor looked at Zhen Huan's outstretched legs. She could have injured her leg just by walking. A shy smile flashed across Zhen Huan's face.

"Your Majesty, please stop making fun of me"... That's right, Sister Wan is an adult, but she can't walk as steadily as me! Concubine Chun swallowed a mouthful of cake and replied with a smile!

The emperor shook the beads in his hand and said, "Chun Changzai... I remember I am fifteen, right? Yes! Your Majesty, I will be sixteen after the New Year."

Chun Changzai tilted her head, and her innocent look made the emperor smile.

In just one year, Chun'er's clothes have become several sizes bigger. If she continues to eat like this, she will have to make clothes before the New Year!

Sister Wan, I just like the cakes you serve. Since Concubine Chun said so, Zhen Huan didn't know what to say. She smiled and turned to ask, "Has the emperor had dinner yet?"

The emperor shook his head. "I haven't used it yet. Have you used it? No, why don't I accompany the emperor to use it?" After Zhen Huan said this, she looked at Chun Changzai.

The other party seemed not to understand what Zhen Huan meant and just looked at the two of them with a smile. Zhen Huan had no choice but to ask Huanbi to serve the meal.

The three of them sat together. With Chun Changzai, who kept talking, the atmosphere was not too awkward. After finishing their dinner, Chun Changzai patted her bulging belly and said with a smile, "Sister Wan, this food is really delicious. I'm full!"

Zhen Huan smiled, turned around and instructed, "Huanbi, pack some milk and cheese cakes and take them back to Chun Changzai. Even though she may be full now, she may be hungry soon."

Huanbi smiled and knelt down, saying, "Yes, I will prepare it right away." At this time, Zhen Huan finally couldn't hold back any longer, "The Emperor heard that you...

The nameplate I turned over was that of Concubine Shu. I am fine here, but Your Majesty, you should still...!

The emperor pinched the beads in his hand and said, "Hanhuan is so virtuous. How can you still think about others at this time? But are you willing to push me to someone else?"

Your Majesty is a wise ruler. Today is a good day for Concubine Shu. Your Majesty should accompany Concubine Shu. I have already asked Xiao Xia Zi to report to Concubine Shu.

I will have lunch with her tomorrow, Concubine Shu is so generous...

Shiro...

Zhen Huan looked at the emperor lovingly, her eyes full of the affection of a little girl, "The emperor likes sister Wan, and he can go wherever he wants." Sister, don't think so much.

whee………

Chun Er's words were unintentional, Your Majesty, please don't take it to heart. If others knew about it, they would say that Chun Er was ignorant. Zhen Huan reached out and nodded to Chun Chang Zai's head, without any blame in her tone.

Chun Changzai has the mentality of a child, so she naturally speaks without any taboos. But what she said is right. I can go wherever I want, and no one will have any objections.

The prince said this, and Chun'er was going to be proud. Just as Zhen Huan finished speaking, Huanbi came in with a package of cakes, "My lady, the milk cheese cakes are ready."

Concubine Chun seemed to like it very much and took it personally. She stood up and said, "Your Majesty, Sister Wan, I'm leaving now." After that, she ran out with a smile.

The two shook their heads and laughed. Before they could say anything, Chun Changzai ran back and said, "Sister Wan, it's so dark outside, please take me back!"

As soon as she finished speaking, she slapped her forehead as if she had thought of something. No, Sister Wan sprained her ankle and can't walk. The Emperor has just finished dinner and needs to take a walk. Why don't you take me there to see me off?

Zhen Huan was stunned when she heard this, but she didn't think much about it, and said to the emperor with a smile: Since Chun'er has brought it up, Your Majesty will take the trouble to send Chun'er away!