When I opened my eyes, Zhen Huan knelt in front of me and had a miscarriage

After hearing what Nian Shilan said, Yinzhen smiled: "Oh? Are you worried about your reputation, or are you worried about my kingdom?"

Nian Shilan's heart tightened, but she still maintained a gentle smile: "I am naturally worried about the emperor's country. Although I am a concubine, I always remember my duties and dare not overstep them. However, I am also afraid that if the emperor is criticized by the court officials because of me, I will be blamed even if I die."

Upon hearing this, Yinzhen looked at her deeply, as if weighing the truth of her words.

After a moment, he chuckled and said, "I know what you are thinking and I understand your difficulties. I will not let you become the target of public criticism."

Nian Shilan felt relieved and quickly thanked him: "Thank you for your consideration. I will be more cautious and live up to your high expectations."

The two continued to walk side by side, and the moonlight stretched their shadows long.

Just stand quietly in the imperial garden, enjoying this rare tranquility.

The night breeze blew gently, bringing bursts of floral fragrance.

But after a while, Yinzhen began to cough violently.

Nian Shilan immediately stepped forward and supported Yinzhen, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, how are you?"

She asked even though she knew the answer, pretending to be concerned.

When Yinzhen finished coughing and removed his hand, he found bright red blood in it.

Nian Shilan acted as if she was surprised and frightened, and her face changed drastically.

"Blood! Imperial Physician! Call the Imperial Physician!"

The Hall of Nourishing Heart.

Xie Yun and Wen Shichu both came.

Xie Yun was boiling medicine, while Wen Shichu was taking Yinzhen's pulse.

This is also why Nian Shilan must keep Wen Shichu in her hands, because compared to Xie Yun, Wen Shichu is more favored by Yinzhen.

"Doctor Wen, how is the emperor's health?"

Wen Shichu said, "Your Majesty, you probably caught a cold and have been worried too much recently, which has caused your body to become weak. I have already written a few tonic prescriptions for your Majesty. Doctor Xie is currently preparing them and they will be served soon."

Nian Shilan breathed a sigh of relief, "That's good, that's good."

Then she looked at Yinzhen and said, "Your Majesty, you really made me worry. If it is because of me that your health is damaged, I will die."

Yinzhen just looked at Nian Shilan quietly, seeing the worry in her eyes, and even a few tears in her eyes.

Anyone who sees that expression will be impressed by the sincerity of the emotions.

But for some reason, Yinzhen felt it was a little fake.

After an unknown amount of time, Yinzhen finally spoke to break the silence: "Well, it's getting late. Go back and have a good rest. There are still many things waiting for you to deal with tomorrow."

Nian Shilan wiped away the tears from her eyes and bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty, please take care of yourself and rest soon."

"Yeah." Yinzhen nodded.

Nian Shilan left the Palace of Tranquil Longevity, and soon her expression changed.

Without even turning her head, she said, "Tell Doctor Xie to start working."

"Yes, this slave knows."

After the Fourth Prince's marriage, life in the palace became much more peaceful.

And just like that, we returned to the past.

There is no news about the Flying Guillotine either, and no one knows what it has found.

Even Su Peisheng didn't know.

When Jin Xi asked Su Peisheng about the emperor's feelings as usual, even Su Peisheng was a little confused.

But the only thing that is certain is...

Yinzhen's health was getting worse and worse.

Doctor Wen had been asked to serve by his side early on, but his treatment was like a mantis trying to stop a chariot and did not seem to have much effect.

Yikun Palace.

Zhou Ninghai limped in and saw Nian Shilan talking to Tong Jiarubi.

Seeing Zhou Ninghai come in and stand next to Songzhi, Nian Shilan knew that he probably had something to report, so she spoke.

"Okay, I'm tired today, you go down first."

Tong Jia Rubi nodded, "Yes, I will take my leave."

As she spoke, Tong Jiarubi stood up, as if she remembered something.

"By the way, Your Majesty, I have always heard that Your Majesty loves to eat crab roe cakes. Recently, my appetite has been poor, and I really want to try it. I wonder if I can enjoy it?"

Crab roe crisps?

If Tong Jiaru hadn't mentioned it, Nian Shilan would have almost forgotten about it.

Ever since the Fourth Prince set up his own house and got married, she hasn't eaten crab meat cakes for some time.

This reminded her of the time when the Fourth Prince used to prepare fresh crabs for her, and he would arrange for the kitchen to cook them and serve them in front of her.

"Miss?"

Nian Shilan came back to her senses, "Oh, Songzhi..."

Songzhi took a step forward, "My Lady."

"Go and arrange for the small kitchen to make it and send it to Lady Chen."

"Yes."

Tong Jia Rubi smiled and said, "Thank you, my concubine. I will take my leave."

After Tong Jiarubi walked away, Nian Shilan looked at Zhou Ninghai.

"What's the matter?"

Zhou Ninghai said, "Replying to the Imperial Concubine, it is General Nian, no, it is Lord Nian, who has already entered the capital."

Nian Shilan's eyes flashed with joy, "Really? No one knows about it, right?"

"Don't worry, your majesty. Commander Ling is in charge of this matter, and those who are in charge are all our confidants. Don't worry, your majesty, no one will leak it."

"That's good, that's good."

It was not until today that a genuine smile appeared in Nian Shilan's eyes.

Only after hearing the news that her family was safe did Nian Shilan feel that all this was real and not just some illusory fantasy.

Zhou Ninghai added, "It's just that your Majesty, there is one thing that I feel is quite serious."

"you say?"

"The Emperor has ordered the Blood Dropper to thoroughly investigate the matter between you and the Fourth Prince. Although we have done a good job and no one has exposed or slandered the Empress, but..."

"If the emperor has any suspicion in his heart, I'm afraid it's..."

Speaking of this, Nian Shilan naturally understood.

That being the case...

"Go tell Concubine Wan that it's time to do what I ordered her to do."

Zhou Ninghai nodded, "Yes."

After receiving the order, Zhou Ninghai quietly left Yikun Palace and headed straight for Zhen Huan's Suiyuxuan.

It was late at night, but a faint light was still on in Suiyuxuan, as if waiting for some important news.

Zhen Huan was sitting in front of a bronze mirror, playing with an exquisite jade hairpin in her hand, her eyes revealing a hint of deep thought.

Zhou Ninghai's arrival made her slightly stunned, but she quickly regained her composure.

"Empress Wan, Empress Guifei has given an order." Zhou Ninghai said in a low voice, informing her of Nian Shilan's plan one by one.

After hearing this, Zhen Huan sneered, "Your Highness is really good at this."

However, this is not a bad thing.

Zhen Huan turned around and said to Zhou Ninghai, "Go back and tell the imperial concubine that I will act according to her plan. However, I also want her to understand that once this matter begins, there will be no turning back."

Zhou Ninghai nodded in agreement and left Suiyuxuan. Zhen Huan began to prepare. She knew the seriousness of the matter and the consequences of failure. But she knew that this was her only chance to fight for a future for her family.

She stood up, walked to the window, looked at the dark night sky outside, and thought about how to implement this plan.

She knew that Yinzhen's health was not as good as before, and if he was given some "help", he would decline even faster.

So, Concubine Wan began to make secret arrangements.

She used her power as Nian Shilan in the palace to select some palace maids with outstanding looks and secretly gave them to Yinzhen.

At first, she only served as a royal maid, but when a person is sick, what he lacks most is comfort and companionship.

These palace maids were not only outstanding in appearance, but also good at flattering and pleasing others. As a result, with their company, Yinzhen gradually neglected the affairs of the court and his physical health.

Nian Shilan watched coldly from the side and knew exactly what Zhen Huan was doing.

Although she was not directly involved, she was secretly fanning the flames to ensure that Zhen Huan's plan could proceed smoothly.

She knew very well that Yinzhen's health was not as good as before, and if she exerted a little more effort, he would collapse completely.

As time went by, Yinzhen's health condition deteriorated.

I began to feel overwhelmed and often felt exhausted.

At the same time, Nian Shilan instructed Su Peisheng to send those memorials to the seriously ill Yinzhen.

She knew that Yinzhen would definitely see it.

Sure enough, despite his illness and frailty, Yinzhen still insisted on handling state affairs, but his efficiency was much lower than before.

The court officials began to talk and expressed concern about Yinzhen's physical condition.

Of course he knew about this.

So he gradually assigned some things to the Fourth Prince and the Third Prince.

Originally, he had many grudges about the Fourth Prince and the Imperial Concubine, but the Third Prince was really not living up to his expectations.

Two out of three times it was wrong.

Compared to the excellent and steady Fourth Prince, he is really not worthy of being looked at.

Because of this, the Fourth Prince gained more supporters in the court.

After all, if you don’t take position at this moment, you will miss the opportunity.

During this period, Nian Shilan seemed to be hiding, with no movement or sound.

He even started pretending to be sick and avoiding seeing people.

But she knew that her plan had been largely successful.

Yikun Palace.

"Your Majesty, Doctor Wen just sent a message saying that the Emperor will die in the next few days. Your Majesty, do you want to go visit him?"

Nian Shilan sneered, "When the whole country is in mourning, I will naturally go back to visit. Now look, there is no place for me in the Yangxin Palace."

In order to be able to go to the Yangxin Palace to accompany the emperor, the concubines in the harem took turns to go.

Yinzhen often woke up for a while and fell asleep for a while. When he woke up, he would read memorials.

He summoned ministers and the Fourth Prince to discuss state affairs.

There really was no place for her.

It was also because of this that Yinzhen’s health deteriorated day by day.

Thinking about his old enemy who was about to die in front of him, Nian Shilan felt happy.

She was just thinking about it when Fu Dong suddenly came to report.

"Your Majesty, Concubine Wan is here."

"Let her in."

Zhen Huan walked into Yikun Palace with a hint of melancholy on her face, but her determination could not be concealed.

After she bowed to Nian Shilan, the two sat opposite each other and smiled at each other.

"My Lady, our business will soon be accomplished."

Nian Shilan smiled and said, "I know you did a great job on this matter. I should thank you."

This is a polite remark, but it is also a test.

After all, after this matter is over, there will probably be another showdown between Zhen Huan and her.

"How dare I accept your words, Your Highness. I came here to discuss something with you." Zhen Huan spoke in a deep and powerful voice.

"Nian Shilan smiled slightly, with a hint of amusement in her eyes: "Oh? Princess Wan, please speak frankly if you have anything to say."

Zhen Huan took a deep breath and said slowly: "I know that the emperor is seriously ill and the court is in turmoil. If the fourth prince ascends the throne, you will be the most honorable person in the harem. In this case, I hope that the imperial concubine can let me and Huipin go when the time comes..."

Hearing this, Nian Shilan's smile faded and her eyes became sharp: "Concubine Wan, what you said is wrong. I have never thought of becoming your enemy, but we each serve our own master and have to fight. But now, the emperor is about to pass away, and the harem and the court will usher in a new structure."

Zhen Huan nodded and continued, "I understand. Therefore, I want to cooperate with Your Majesty to jointly support the Fourth Prince to ascend the throne. Together, we can ensure that the Fourth Prince will succeed to the throne smoothly."

Nian Shilan was silent for a moment, as if weighing Zhen Huan's proposal.

She knew that what Zhen Huan said was true. Now was a critical moment, and no matter how confident she was, she could not be completely sure that the Fourth Prince was the crown prince.

But Zhen Huan served Yinzhen every day, making it convenient for her to do things.

Moreover, Zhen Huan's proposal would only mean saving two lives for her, but would better preserve the Fourth Prince's position on the throne.

If I don't agree now, I'm afraid the two of them will become estranged. But if I agree, I can take it to the next level and ensure that there is no risk. Why not do it?

"That's a good idea." Nian Shilan finally spoke with a firm tone.

Zhen Huan was slightly stunned, and then said, "I have another unwelcome request."

Nian Shilan raised her eyes and asked, "Princess Wan, please speak."

"I beg the Imperial Concubine, please do not harm my family after the Fourth Prince ascends the throne. I would rather give up everything and preserve the honor and peace of my family."

Zhen Huan's eyes revealed determination and firmness.

Nian Shilan thought about it and nodded: "Of course. As long as you sincerely help my fourth prince to ascend the throne, I will definitely protect the queen and the Nian family."

The two smiled at each other, as if they had reached some kind of tacit understanding.

From then on, Zhen Huan and Nian Shilan began to work closely together to pave the way for the Fourth Prince to ascend the throne.

With their careful planning, the Fourth Prince gained more and more supporters in the court, while Yinzhen's health became increasingly weaker.

But everyone is waiting, quietly waiting.

But I didn't know that the fall of an emperor would come so quickly.

That day, when Yinzhen woke up in the morning, he felt much better, but on that stormy night, Yinzhen passed away.

The news of the emperor's death spread quickly throughout the Forbidden City like thunder, and the entire palace was suddenly plunged into grief and chaos.

Upon hearing the news, Nian Shilan and Zhen Huan immediately changed into plain clothes and went to the Yangxin Palace with solemn faces, where they kept vigil for the emperor with other concubines and ministers.

After learning the news of his father's death, the Fourth Prince was heartbroken, but he was also aware of the heavy responsibility he had to shoulder at the time.

He quickly calmed himself down and began to deal with the emperor's funeral and enthronement arrangements.

With the assistance of Nian Shilan, the Fourth Prince arranged everything in an orderly manner, showing extraordinary calmness and wisdom.

On the day after the emperor's death, the Fourth Prince, with the support of his ministers, officially ascended the throne in the Hall of Supreme Harmony and changed the era name to a new one.

At the coronation ceremony, the Fourth Prince wore a dragon robe and a crown, and sat majestically on the dragon throne, accepting the worship of his ministers.

Nian Shilan, as the Queen Mother, sat aside.