Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

126 Love and Love Chapter~

(Yongshou Palace)

"Huan'er."

Shen Meizhuang was wearing a fragrant Manchu dress, which was delicately embellished with chrysanthemum patterns. She walked lightly, like a lotus, showing her gentleness and elegance.

"Sister Mei."

Zhen Huan looked up when she heard the voice. She was holding a book in her hands, and her eyes showed joy and kindness for Shen Meiyu's arrival.

"I've heard a lot. You cleverly solved Concubine Yu's 'nightmare'. Even the Empress Dowager praised you highly for this." Shen Meizhuang smiled, with a hint of approval and envy in her tone.

"It's just a small matter. It would be fine if it happened occasionally, but Concubine Yu has had nightmares these past few days. This matter has already caused a lot of discussion in the palace. At this cusp of the storm, I must be careful in what I say and do and set a good example to prevent others from finding fault and causing unnecessary trouble." Zhen Huan shook her head gently, her tone revealing a bit of helplessness and caution.

"I came here today to share a good news with you. My hand injury has improved a lot, thanks to the scar-healing gel given by Rong'er. The effect is really extraordinary." Shen Meizhuang said happily.

"That's good. Spring is here, and it will be hot summer in a few months. If the hand injury has not healed yet, it will be more likely to cause inflammation, which will be even more troublesome then." Upon hearing this, Zhen Huan also smiled with relief, and her tone was full of concern and advice for Shen Meiyu.

"Don't worry too much. I know what I am doing. Besides, even if something unexpected happens, isn't there Doctor Wen? He is a skilled doctor and will definitely keep me safe."

Shen Meizhuang gently patted the back of Zhen Huan's hand to comfort her. Her eyes were full of trust and dependence on Doctor Wen.

"Speaking of Imperial Doctor Wen, I accidentally heard a piece of news two days ago that Aunt Wen is arranging a marriage for Imperial Doctor Wen. It really makes people curious about which beauty will be lucky enough to marry Imperial Doctor Wen." As Zhen Huan spoke, she calmly observed the changes in Shen Meiyu's expression.

Sure enough, Shen Meizhuang's expression changed subtly in an instant. She forced a smile and responded with a trembling voice:

"Is... is that so? That is really something worth celebrating. Alas, I suddenly remembered that I still have some trivial matters to deal with in the palace. I will not disturb you any more. I will take my leave now."

After saying that, Shen Meizhuang hurriedly stood up and left the room almost as if she was escaping.

Looking at her slightly flustered back, Zhen Huan couldn't help but secretly guess that Shen Meizhuang's feelings for Doctor Wen might be much more complicated than what she showed on the surface.

(Imperial Garden)

Today, Huanbi is wearing a gorgeous lotus-red dress with exquisite embroidery. It is a delicate Suzhou embroidery pattern that is lifelike, adding a touch of gentleness and elegance to her.

In her hair, she cleverly wore a light pink pearl flower that Zhen Huan had recently given her. The pearl flower swayed gently, contrasting with her rosy face, making her look even more elegant and refined.

Dressed like this, Huanbi walked with such grace and elegance that at first sight, one might have thought she was a guest from the palace. Her temperament and demeanor are clearly visible.

"A journey of mountains and rivers, I head towards the other side of the pass, thousands of tents are lit in the night."

Huanbi recited poems softly, her voice echoing in the quiet air, revealing the faint sadness and boredom in her heart at the moment.

Just as she was immersed in this tranquility and reverie, suddenly, a subtle but abrupt sound came from the grass beside her, like a secret accidentally touched in the night, which instantly broke the tranquility around her, and made Huanbi's heart tighten suddenly, and she shivered involuntarily.

She quickly turned her head and swept her eyes in the direction where the sound came from. She saw the grass swaying gently, and then an apricot-yellow figure quietly appeared in her sight.

The figure seemed particularly soft and mysterious in the moonlight, as if it was a flower blooming inadvertently in the night, or a dreamy shadow floating from afar, which made Huanbi feel both surprised and curious.

She held her breath involuntarily, fearing to disturb this sudden encounter.

"The words of 'Longing' really resonate with people. Are you missing your relatives at home?" Prince Guo spoke in a gentle and caring voice.

Upon hearing this, Huanbi hurriedly bowed and said, "Your Highness, I greet you. I was just reciting a few words just now to relieve my boredom. I didn't expect to disturb your Highness. I am truly guilty." There was a hint of humility and shyness in her tone.

Prince Guo smiled and replied: "It is fate that I met Miss Huanbi by chance. I wonder if your life has been going well these days?"

"I'm fine, thank you for your concern, Your Highness." Huanbi replied with her head down, but ripples were rising in her heart.

Prince Guo's eyes fell on Huanbi's outfit and he praised her, "I usually see you wearing green clothes, looking fresh and refined. I never thought that today's lotus red outfit would set off your fair complexion and extraordinary temperament. It's really eye-catching."

Huanbi blushed slightly when she heard this, and smiled softly, "Your Highness, you are too kind. I am just a servant, how can I dare to deserve such praise? Your Highness, please don't tease me anymore."

Having said that, the twinkle in her eyes revealed her inner joy and gratitude.

Prince Guo looked at Huanbi, his eyes full of sincerity and confusion. He emphasized again: "I am speaking from the heart. I have not seen you for a few days. I have seen your changes. Huanbi, why do you always avoid me like this?"

Huanbi felt mixed emotions when she heard this. She bowed her head and replied softly, "Your Highness, I know that I am of humble origin and my status is far different from yours. In this Forbidden City, I am just a palace maid. How can I dare to hope to stand shoulder to shoulder with you? Please understand my difficulties and respect yourself."

Hearing this, Prince Guo felt nervous. He recalled the moments he had spent with Huanbi in the past and said firmly, "When we were together that day, we both clearly felt something was different. Huanbi, why do you want to degrade yourself to this level?"

"My lord..."

Prince Guo looked at Huanbi's evasive eyes and couldn't help feeling a little pity in his heart.

He took a gentle step forward, trying to close the distance between them, and whispered: "In my eyes, you are not just an ordinary maid in the Forbidden City. You have your own emotions and soul, and you deserve to be respected and cherished."

However, Huanbi stepped back even more resolutely. She lowered her head, clenched her hands, and her voice was trembling and firm: "My lord, I appreciate your kindness, but I know that my status is far different from yours. Such feelings will only bring trouble and harm to each other. Please understand my painstaking efforts, and please respect yourself and don't let this inappropriate feeling continue to spread."

Upon hearing this, Prince Guo felt mixed emotions. He understood Huanbi's concerns and persistence, but he also found it difficult to give up his feelings for her.

He sighed softly, his tone full of helplessness and respect: "Huanbi, I understand your thoughts. I will respect your choice. I also hope that you can take good care of yourself and stop letting yourself suffer."

After saying this, Prince Guo slowly turned around, leaving Huanbi with a lonely and determined back, as if telling her that even if the road ahead was difficult, he would silently protect her.

(Yongshou Palace)

Zhen Huan sat in front of the dressing table, gently fiddling with a jade hairpin in her hand, and faintly heard subtle sounds from outside the door.

She couldn't help but call out, "Huanbi."

There was some concern and tenderness in that voice.

Huanbi stood outside the door, her eyes slightly red, as if she had just experienced an inner struggle.

She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, then gently opened the door and stepped in, forcing a smile on her face: "My Lady, do you have something to talk to me about?"

Zhen Huan looked up at Huanbi, and her sharp eyes immediately captured the strangeness and fatigue in her eyes.

She put down the jade hairpin in her hand and asked gently, "What's wrong with you? You don't look well. Are you feeling unwell?"

Huanbi forced a smile, trying to hide her true emotions: "It's okay, Madam, I just stood outside for a long time and was blown by the wind and had a headache. I'll be fine after a rest."

As she spoke, she walked to the window and gently closed it, as if she wanted to block out all the trouble outside.

How could Zhen Huan not know what Huanbi was thinking? She sighed softly, stood up, walked to Huanbi, took her hand, and said earnestly:

"Huanbi, is there anything we can't talk about? If you have something on your mind, you might as well tell me. Maybe I can help you share some of your worries."

"If you find it difficult to say it, I won't force you. But you must know that I am not only the honorable Concubine Xi, but also your dearest sister. No matter what troubles you have, you can talk to me." Zhen Huan said gently.

"Eldest sister..." Huanbi's tears could no longer be held back and slid down her cheeks. She involuntarily threw herself into Zhen Huan's arms.

Zhen Huan gently stroked her back, giving her silent comfort until her crying gradually stopped.

When Huanbi's emotions gradually calmed down, Zhen Huan spoke at the right time, her voice full of tenderness and patience: "Now, are you willing to tell me?"

"Sister, I politely declined the prince's feelings tonight." Huanbi said softly.

"Why is that? Don't you have admiration for the prince?" Zhen Huan couldn't help but ask in confusion when she heard that.

"Although I think the prince is a man of outstanding character, I feel that compared with him, I am just an ordinary person and cannot be a match for him. Moreover, there are undercurrents and dangers in the harem. I can only feel at ease if I stay by my elder sister's side." Huanbi explained sincerely, her eyes full of attachment and loyalty to Zhen Huan.

"I have the Emperor as my support, so I am naturally fearless. And you, with me here, you don't need to be afraid of any storm. No matter what your wish is, I will do my best to help you achieve it. I want to emphasize again that there is no absolute matching or unmatched in the world, and no one is born superior to others. Therefore, you must not belittle yourself and underestimate your own value. Do you understand?" Zhen Huan's words were full of firmness and encouragement, and she looked at Huanbi tenderly.

"I really find it hard to understand why the prince has feelings for me. I am such an ordinary person. Sister, do you think I have such an illusion because I am too in love with the prince?" There was a hint of confusion and self-doubt in Huanbi's words.

"You have your own unique charm and outstanding qualities that are hard to ignore. As for what you said about the depth of love, perhaps it is this deep affection that allows the prince to see your extraordinary side." Zhen Huan responded gently.

"Sister, I understand what you mean, but my feelings remain the same. I would rather stay with you more." Huanbi said softly, her tone revealing determination and reluctance.

"Okay, I respect your choice. If one day your mind changes, remember to tell me the first time." Zhen Huan said.

"Yes, elder sister, I will." Huanbi replied, with a relieved smile on her face.