Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

124 The Mountain and the Flowing Water were intercepted

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Last night, the moonlight was like water, filling every corner of Chuxiu Palace.

Li Ying sat alone in front of the window, gently stroking the guzheng. A piece of music "High Mountains and Flowing Water" flowed from her fingertips. The sound of the guzheng was melodious and plaintive, as if it could penetrate the night and reach people's hearts.

This beautiful melody happened to be heard by Yinzhen, who was strolling in the palace due to his overwork and sleepless nights. He involuntarily followed the sound and was deeply attracted by this unexpected elegance.

On the next morning, the news spread quickly throughout the Forbidden City like a spring breeze.

People were talking about Li Ying's talent and beauty, as well as the fact that she was favored last night.

Among the many envious or jealous gazes, there was one person who seemed particularly resentful, and that was Huanbi.

(Smashed Jade Pavilion)

"What's going on? Why are you so angry?" Zhen Huan asked with her red lips slightly opened.

"Your Majesty, the Emperor unexpectedly stayed in Chuxiu Palace last night, accompanying Li Changzai." Huanbi reported in a low voice, with a trace of injustice in her eyes. "After thinking about it carefully, I feel that Li Changzai came to visit you yesterday. I am afraid that she has already seen through the fact that the Emperor might come to our place, so she took the opportunity to show up frequently in front of the Emperor. Her intention is self-evident."

"Since she is the emperor's concubine, it is only a matter of time before she is favored. Why do you have to worry about it?" Zhen Huan said calmly, "Everything in the world has its destiny. We just need to follow the will of heaven."

"I am just indignant. Her pretentious appearance makes it hard for people to look up to her." Huanbi responded indignantly, her eyes full of dissatisfaction and disdain for Li Changzai.

"Forget it, speak softly." Zhen Huan whispered, with a faint smile on her lips, "If she really wants to use me to climb up, she should also see if she has the ability to do so. Don't let me, a hard stone, become a stumbling block under her feet and sprain her ankle."

Huanbi looked around and confirmed that no one was around, then whispered, "Eldest sister, I just feel unfair. The emperor clearly said yesterday that he would stay in the Yangxin Palace, but he ended up going to the Chuxiu Palace. Isn't this obviously disheartening?"

Zhen Huan sighed softly and gently consoled him, "Flowers bloom and fall in their own time. There are many women within the palace walls. How can we easily guess the emperor's intentions? Her temporary favor does not mean it will last forever. But you, I noticed that you seem to no longer mention your sweetheart in the past two days. Is there any misunderstanding or unhappiness between the two of you?"

"Eldest sister! You just love to make fun of me." Two red clouds instantly appeared on Huanbi's cheeks, and she lowered her head shyly.

Seeing this, Zhen Huan raised a gentle smile and said softly, "Seeing you like this, I specially picked a new hairpin for you yesterday and put it in the cabinet. Go get it yourself, but remember the old rules and don't be too ostentatious."

"Yes, elder sister." Upon hearing this, Huanbi was overjoyed and quickly responded and left with brisk steps.

Zhen Huan looked at Huanbi's departing back, shook her head lovingly, her heart full of tenderness.

(Jingren Palace)

"Your servant respectfully wishes the Queen Her Majesty the best of health." Mu Wanrou bowed in a dignified manner and spoke softly.

"No need to be polite, just stand up." Empress Yixiu spoke in a gentle tone, with a scrutinizing look in her eyes.

"Your Majesty, I thank you." Mu Wanrou stood up and slowly walked into the hall. She sat gracefully on the chair that had been prepared beside the queen, with a proper smile on her face.

"Now that you are pregnant with the dragon fetus, you must take good care of yourself and go out less often to avoid any mishaps. If the dragon fetus is harmed, it will be a misfortune for our Qing Dynasty." Empress Yixiu's words revealed concern and majesty.

Mu Wanrou's eyes flashed with gratitude and awe when she heard this. She bowed slightly and replied softly, "I am grateful for the Queen's deep concern and will remember it in my heart. I know that my current position is all given by the Queen. How dare I slack off or forget my roots? I will follow the doctor's advice and take care of my baby with peace of mind, and live up to the Queen's high expectations."

Yixiu's gaze fell on Mu Wanrou's slightly bulging belly, his eyes were deep, as if he was weighing something.

"I am very pleased that you are so sensible. Now that Concubine Yu is under house arrest for some reason, and Concubine Xi is pregnant, there are many things to do in the palace. You are the only one I can rely on. I hope you can live up to my trust and act prudently."

Mu Wanrou was startled when she heard this, and then she replied solemnly: "I understand your majesty's expectations, and I will do my best to live up to your high expectations. I will be careful and ensure that nothing goes wrong."

Yixiu nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction flashed in her eyes, and she continued: "I have seen your loyalty and hard work. When the time is right, I will propose to the emperor to promote you to a higher position to show your achievements."

Mu Wanrou was filled with excitement and gratitude when she heard this. She quickly stood up and bowed respectfully, saying, "Thank you very much, Queen, for your cultivation and kindness."

"Well, you can leave now, have a good rest and take care of yourself." Yi Xiu waved his hand gently, indicating that Mu Wanrou could leave.

"Yes, I'll take my leave." Mu Wanrou bowed again and then slowly walked out of the hall.

After Mu Wanrou left, Jianqiu walked out from behind the screen and said to Yixiu with a serious look, "My lady, that noble lady Shu, although seemingly gentle, is actually very scheming. She actually secretly conceived a dragon seed, which is beyond my expectation."

Upon hearing this, Yixiu sneered, and swept his eyes towards Jianqiu with a sharp look like a knife, saying lightly: "Now you have learned to shirk responsibility. If you were not too lax with her on weekdays, how could she have taken advantage of you? Isn't this a dereliction of duty on your part?"

Jianqiu's face turned pale when she heard this, and she immediately knelt on the ground, asking for forgiveness in a panic: "It's all my fault. I was careless and let this happen. Please punish me, Your Majesty."

Yixiu waved her hand gently, signaling Jianqiu to stand up. Although her tone was somewhat dissatisfied, it also revealed a bit of helplessness: "Forget it, things have come to this point, and it is useless to pursue it. Since she is pregnant, it is God's will. However, I will not let her succeed easily. Opportunities are always reserved for those who are prepared."

Jian Qiu secretly breathed a sigh of relief when she heard this, and quickly stood up and replied respectfully: "Yes, I understand. I will be extra careful and never let something like this happen again."

Yixiu nodded slightly, looking into the distance with deep eyes, as if thinking about something.

(Chuxiu Palace)

That night, Yinzhen chose to stay in Chuxiu Palace, where the lights were dim, reflecting the tenderness and secrets within the palace walls.

At the same time, in the Yanghe Palace where Wen Yuan lived, there was silence. Only the occasional sound of gurgling water outside the window and the faint sound of a zither in the distance penetrated the silence of the night like fine threads and gently brushed Wen Yuan's heart.

The sound of the zither is melodious and lingering, and seems to carry some unspoken emotion, which makes people imagine endlessly.

"That vixen, taking advantage of my house arrest, actually dared to try to seduce the emperor. How despicable!" Wen Yuan was furious, her words were full of resentment and unwillingness. She clenched her fists, as if she wanted to vent all the anger in her heart.

Seeing this, Jingtai stepped forward and comforted her: "My lady, calm down. Don't get angry because of that villain. Relax your mind. In more than a month, you will be free again. By then, are you afraid that you won't have a chance to teach her a lesson? The most important thing now is to take care of your body and conserve your energy for the future."

After hearing Jingtai's words, Wen Yuan gradually calmed down, although she was still furious.

Wen Yuan lay on the bed, listening to the melodious sound of a zither coming from afar. She became increasingly irritated and uneasy. She tossed and turned, trying to block out the disturbing sound, but in the end she could not fall asleep.

Finally, she could no longer endure the torment and pretended to have a nightmare and let out a few faint cries. Her voice was weak and helpless, which made people feel pity for her.

Jingtai was watching carefully from the side, and seeing Wen Yuan in so much pain, he became extremely anxious.

She knew Wen Yuan's intention very well, so she took advantage of the guards' shift change and ran out quickly, heading straight for the Huanfu Palace opposite.

When she reached the palace gate, she took a deep breath, mustered up her courage and shouted loudly: "Your Majesty, our young lady suddenly had a nightmare and the situation is critical. Please go and take a look."

Yinzhen and Li Ying were preparing to go to bed in the palace when they were interrupted by the sudden shout. He could not help but frown.

However, when he heard Wen Yuan's delicate and helpless voice, he couldn't help but feel an indescribable heartache and pity.

"Your Majesty?" Li Ying looked at Yinzhen who suddenly stood up, her face full of confusion and doubt.

She originally thought that she could spend a good night with Yinzhen tonight, but she didn't expect to be interrupted by this sudden change.

Yinzhen looked back at Li Ying, a hint of apology flashed in his eyes, but more of it was determination.

"You go to sleep first, I'll be back soon." After he said this, he didn't stay any longer, turned around and left Huanfu Palace, heading straight for Yanghe Palace opposite.

Li Ying looked at Yinzhen's departing back, feeling mixed emotions.

She clenched her fists so hard that her nails almost dug into her palms, but she still couldn't vent the anger and unwillingness in her heart.

She lay powerlessly on the bed, beating the quilt with her fists feebly, as if this could vent her dissatisfaction in her heart.

however.

She knew that she had no choice but to accept this reality.

The night is getting darker.

Li Ying lay on the bed, looking at the carvings on the bed, with a thousand thoughts in her mind.

She understood that in this deep palace, she was just a chess piece and could not control her own destiny.

She could only wait silently, waiting for a turning point that might never come.