I swept the harem by pretending to be weak

At the same time, in Weiyang Palace.

"What did Concubine De do before? Does anyone know?" Concubine Xian couldn't help but frown when she heard what Miao'er said when she came back to report.

Since the death of the late queen, Concubine De has been staying in her own Jingming Palace for a long time and almost never goes out. What is the purpose of her going out this time?

I hope it is not directed at them, otherwise, Concubine Xian will have to free up some of her energy to formulate corresponding plans.

"Your Majesty, Concubine De had visited Concubine Chun who lives in Changchun Palace and had dinner with her before returning. I'm not sure exactly what they talked about, but Concubine Chun is very strict with her subordinates, so the news wouldn't leak out so easily." Jian Ying reported the information she had obtained at this time.

After all, this was not a secret. When Concubine De went to Changchun Palace, although it was already late, there were still many palace servants active outside. With just a little inquiry, it would be clear where she went and what she did.

"If that's the case, then it doesn't matter. Although Concubine Chun is timid, she is still smart. She won't provoke us at this time." Concubine Xian thought for a moment and said softly.

Although she did not approve of Liu Zhirou, she still had some respect for her. As a merchant, even if she had some luck, it was not easy for the woman to get to where she is now.

This also made her feel a sense of empathy. After all, when she was serving the emperor, General Lin had not yet become famous, and she was just a small official girl.

However, although every move had to be carefully considered at that time, it was not as difficult as it is now. Whether my father is capable or not, each has his own disadvantages.

"But, it is said that she has always been on good terms with Lan Meiren. Will she insist on interfering in things here?" Miao'er looked worried.

“So what? Concubine Lan’s father was a subordinate of my father. After Concubine Lan entered the palace, she has always been on good terms with me. This time, such a big thing happened, and it was me who uncovered it, which saved Concubine Lan’s child.” The virtuous concubine rarely showed some childish comparison.

She didn't tell Miao'er the more important things. Liu Zhirou came from a humble family and had just entered the palace. Of course, she was overwhelmed by the surprise, but also because of this, she was very careful and cautious at every step in the palace.

The possibility of her risking her future for a new friend in the palace was really slim.

The virtuous concubine had also experienced such a situation, so of course she knew more about it.

"I'm worried that Concubine Zhang won't be willing to die." Jian Ying was worried about another thing. Even she felt that her queen was too impulsive and too anxious this time.

She also couldn't understand one thing. Even if the queen wanted to give birth to her own child, there was no need for her to attack Lady Lan, right?

If the Empress and Lady Lan gave birth to children at the same time, then there would be two children, which would be two guarantees, wouldn't that be better?

But Jian Ying didn't dare to ask, and could only talk about Concubine Zhang in a roundabout way.

"Of course she won't, but based on the impression she has left on outsiders for such a long time, who would believe what she says? After all, this is not the first time she has done such a thing, right?" Concubine Xian still didn't care. Her eyes were cold and dull, as if there was everything in them, and yet there seemed to be nothing.

"But the reason why she did this is because of A'man's instigation. If this news leaks out, people will inevitably suspect the queen. And A'man doesn't seem to be trustworthy either." Jian Ying was also very puzzled about this matter.

She admitted that A'man seemed to be a capable man, but someone who was not loyal enough and moved between the various forces in the harem should not be trusted.

"At least in this regard, A'man's interests are consistent with ours. Jianying, you are still too young and don't know how deep the water in this palace is." Concubine Xian sighed, but she did not mean to reveal all her cards to Jianying.

It’s not that she doesn’t trust Jian Ying. If even those who come from outside the palace are not trustworthy, then who can she trust inside the palace?

But there are some things that the fewer people who know about them the better, such as the plan of using sperm to have a child and Aman's background.

"By the way, Jianying, you seem to have a lot more appetite recently." Concubine Xian mentioned this as if unintentionally.

Jian Ying's heart trembled violently, and she felt so guilty that she almost couldn't stand.

Did the virtuous concubine...know what she had done before?

What would Concubine Xian do? Would she send someone to kill her and Brother Tian?

She is not afraid of death, but...but what happens next...

But she finally calmed down.

"Your Majesty, because I was injured before, my body is in urgent need of replenishment, so I ate a little more." Jian Ying made up an excuse casually, with hope in her heart. Since the Empress Xianfei did not directly expose her tricks, it proved that there was still room for easing.

"In that case, go to the pharmacy and get some more ginseng to replenish your body. What's the use of just eating ordinary food?" Concubine Xian said casually, not seeming to notice how lame Jian Ying's excuse was.

Immediately afterwards, Concubine Xian did not discuss anything related, but pushed away the two palace maids who were about to support her, moved to the dressing mirror alone, and suddenly began to dress up.

Logically speaking, this is a very abnormal behavior. After all, most people get up early, dress up, and then go to meet others beautifully.

It was already night time, and it wouldn't be long before I went to sleep. Dressing up at this time was really a bit redundant and weird.

But Jian Ying had just suffered a severe shock and was so distracted that he did not notice this.

She is now struggling with whether or not she should confess to the virtuous concubine. If the virtuous concubine only mentioned it casually and was not aware of what he was hiding, and she told it to others, wouldn't she be walking into a trap, not only harming herself but also Brother Tian.

But if I don't say it, and the virtuous concubine really finds out, then there will be no room for easing the situation. This is a naked betrayal and no one can tolerate it.

Although Miao'er noticed it, she has always been the most loyal supporter of Concubine Xian, so she didn't think there was anything wrong with what Concubine Xian did.

In Miao'er's heart, even if the virtuous concubine said that the sun rises from the west, she would only feel that everyone else is drunk and she is the only one sober, let alone dressing up in the evening.