I swept the harem by pretending to be weak

The experience of this woman, Concubine Chen, was quite legendary. She was able to climb from a maidservant to a high-ranking concubine, which showed that she was quite capable. Her status in the palace was also something that anyone with eyes could see.

The emperor has always been very fond of her. It is said that as long as she can conceive a second child, she will be immediately promoted to a noble concubine.

Although the queen was the most noble woman in the entire harem, the emperor did not actually like her very much because the eldest princess she gave birth to was born mentally retarded and had difficulty even going out to see people.

Apart from visiting her palace on the first and fifteenth days of the month as per the established rule, he rarely went to her place at other times.

The reason why Concubine Chen was loved by the emperor was largely because of the second princess. After all, Concubine Chen was not as beautiful as Concubine Shu who was imprisoned. At best, she was just average looking. Even with the Queen Mother's love, it was not enough to support her to her current position.

If there really is something wrong with the Second Princess' bloodline, or if she is really the illegitimate daughter of her and a guard, then the situation in the palace will really change.

"Are you telling the truth? Do you have any evidence? If you falsely accuse a high-ranking concubine, I have the right to beat you to death!" The queen, who was high above everyone else, was obviously shocked by her words and asked hurriedly.

"Every word I said is true!" Han Cairen said this without hesitation.

Suddenly, the entire main hall was filled with whispers, and almost everyone looked at Chen Fei with shocked and incredible eyes.

"That seems a bit strange. I remember that when I was pregnant with the second princess, this sister Han had not yet entered the palace." Concubine Chen did not get angry or panic because of Han Cairen's accusation. She fiddled with her armor and said this casually.

"I really don't know what's wrong with Sister Han's brain. She can actually find out the news from the palace even though she is so far away." Chen Fei said with a smile.

Only at this point did Liu Zhirou begin to take this Concubine Chen seriously. Although she came from a poor family and was often criticized for her behavior, and often took advantage of the Second Princess' illness to steal the emperor's favor from others, her ability was beyond doubt.

Faced with such serious accusations, which could even cost her her head, she remained calm as if nothing had happened. One has to admire her.

"I dare not lie. This is not the information I have heard. I know this because of what Concubine Shu said before!" Han Cairen was obviously shocked by Concubine Chen's reaction, but she quickly realized that at this point, no matter whether this matter was true or not, she would not back down. Once she backed down, she would surely end up dead without a burial place.

"As I remember, the Shufei you are talking about now should have been demoted to Guo Shuren. She herself cannot give birth to a child, so she is jealous of others for being able to have children. Sister Chun's child is gone because of her. How can we believe the words of such a lunatic?" Chen Fei's words were still to the point, and Han Cairen was in a very unfavorable position.

"What the Empress Chen said is right." The beautiful lady Yu at the side chimed in, "Could it be that this Han Cairen has not received the emperor's favor for a long time, so she has gone crazy and is just making random accusations based on a few idle words?"

Liu Zhirou glanced at this guy with a strange look. If she remembered correctly, this beautiful lady Yu was also selected in the same talent show as them, and among the same wave of beauties, she was the one with the highest rank and the most favored one. When she met her a few days ago, she could clearly see the pride hidden in her heart. But she didn't know why she stood with Chen Fei today and acted so loyal.

However, these things had little to do with her. Although on the surface she was harmed by Concubine Shu, in fact she did not suffer any loss, so she did not intend to retaliate or anything, let alone take sides early.

Although this incident had a very bad impact, it was not a big deal for Liu Zhirou. However, if Concubine Chen really fell because of this incident, then another position would be vacant among the four concubines. At that time, these unlucky children of the concubines might have to fight against each other again.

But the facts have proved that Chen Fei, who has been a favored concubine for so many years, is not just a bunch of idlers. Until now, she has not revealed any flaws.

If the emperor is not too suspicious, then this hurdle may be passed smoothly. But if the emperor is really suspicious, even if he cannot be sure whether the second princess is his blood, things will become difficult.

But no matter what, this Han Cairen probably won't have a good ending.

"Women like you and me have lived in the deep palace for a long time. The people we interact with are either palace maids or eunuchs. How could the guards have an affair with them?" Unexpectedly, Concubine De spoke up. Although her words were not to shirk responsibility for Concubine Chen, they could be regarded as a very severe questioning.

"I dare not talk nonsense. Everything is true. The guard is none other than Duke Deng's fifth son and Commoner Guo's younger brother, Guo Jieshu!" Han Cairen bit her lip and without hesitation gave out a rather incredible name.

Liu Zhirou's heart moved. This was not the first time she had heard this name. Her sister-in-law Gan and her sister Liu Zhijin both seemed to have a certain connection with this man.

Liu Zhijin's hesitation when providing her with information later seemed to be largely related to this person.

If it were in reality, it would certainly be a very strange thing, but this world is not normal, so it is not strange. Didn’t her sister Liu Zhijin swear that this was a book, and they all traveled to a book, and she just happened to know the plot?

What was so special about this man Guo Jieshu that attracted so many women to approach him like sharks smelling blood? Liu Zhirou was still very curious about this.

But considering her current status, if she casually made friends with other men, it would be like courting trouble. Moreover, the current situation was so sensitive, so she gave up the idea.

Although she had some ways to fool them, she didn't want to cause trouble. Her biggest goal when she came here was to replenish her energy bar by showing weakness, and then draw skills to find her way home, rather than gossiping with a group of ancient people.

What they are like has little to do with her.