Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

145 Mei agrees

(Jingren Palace)

"Your servants and others pay their respects to Her Majesty the Empress. May Her Majesty be blessed with good health and longevity." As all the concubines paid their respects in unison, Empress Yixiu sat upright on the phoenix chair, looking graceful and elegant with extraordinary bearing.

She raised her hand gently and said gently, "Everyone, get up. There's no need to be formal when we get together today."

"Thank you, Her Majesty." The concubines stood up one after another and took their seats in order. The atmosphere was solemn yet harmonious.

At this time, the newly promoted concubine Fan Ruowan walked in gracefully. She was dressed in gorgeous palace clothes and had a smile on her face. She walked to the center and performed standard palace etiquette: "I pay my respects to the Empress, to the Imperial Concubine Xi, and to all the ladies. May you be blessed."

Empress Yixiu looked at Fan Ruowan gently, a faint smile appeared on her lips, and she said softly, "No need to be polite, Princess Ping, you have been favored by the emperor recently, but remember not to be arrogant because of the favor. You need to be more diligent to live up to the expectations of the emperor and me."

"Thank you for your teachings, Your Majesty. I will keep them in mind and will not slack off in the slightest." Fan Ruowan responded, her tone full of humility and respect.

She slowly stood up and sat down in the designated seat. She glanced at every concubine present, thinking secretly how to maintain her innocence and kindness in this harem while dealing with all kinds of complex interpersonal relationships.

"The Queen's handwriting is indeed extraordinary. The graceful figure of this concubine is beyond our reach." Zhen Huan sighed, "Her grace is really unique."

"That's right. Look at the emperor. He has summoned her for three consecutive days. This favor is simply the envy of others. Even you, my sister, have to stand aside." Concubine Xin Lu Yingfeng joked.

"The Emperor's thoughts are like the clouds in the sky, unpredictable and unpredictable. Who can guess them completely?" Zhen Huan smiled lightly, with a hint of self-mockery in her tone, "What's more, I am getting older. Perhaps in the eyes of the Emperor, I have lost my former vitality and am no longer so lovable."

"Sister, what you said is wrong. No matter how favored she is, she can never compare to you in terms of talent and wisdom." Concubine Xin Lu Yingfeng hurriedly comforted her, her words full of sincerity and admiration.

"Thank you for your good wishes, sister. I hope everything will be as beautiful as you said." Zhen Huan responded gently with a smile on her face.

-

Not long after this Pingchangzai began to receive the emperor's favor, she heard that Yinzhen was particularly fond of a palace maid and specially granted her a position, named her a concubine, and allowed her to live in Zhongcui Palace. This move immediately made Pingchangzai's charm seem a little dim, as if the light around her was overshadowed by the new favorite.

(Yongshou Palace)

Xiao Yunzi walked in slowly, bowed and reported: "Your Majesty, I heard that the emperor recently appointed a palace maid as a concubine."

Oh? Is this true?" Zhen Huan was slightly surprised when she heard this.

"That's true. I couldn't believe it when I first heard it. How could the emperor be so fond of a palace maid?" Xiao Yunzi continued.

"In this deep palace, all the palace maids belong to the emperor. It is not uncommon for him to favor one or two of them. Do you know her name?" Zhen Huan asked calmly.

"My queen, I think she was called Mei Yue." After Xiao Yunzi finished speaking, she unconsciously covered her mouth with her hand and whispered, "Now, she is respectfully called Mei Da Ying."

"Meiyue, plum blossoms reflecting the moon, the name is indeed elegant and refined, but I don't know if the appearance matches it." Zhen Huan sighed lightly.

"I have heard privately that Mei Da Ying has an outstanding appearance, just like a fairy from heaven. But I am also wondering, if she is really so beautiful, why has she been unknown in Yime Garden for so many years? I think their rumors are exaggerated." Xiao Yunzi explained.

"Yimei Garden, it's that place again. The emperor seems to have a special liking for Yimei Garden." Huanbi interrupted from the side with a hint of playfulness in her tone.

"How old is this Miss Mei this year?" Zhen Huan turned to ask.

"I heard that he is already 22 years old." Xiao Yunzi answered respectfully.

"Okay, you can leave now." Zhen Huan waved her hand, signaling Xiao Yunzi to leave.

"Yes, I'll take my leave." Xiao Yunzi responded and left, and the room returned to silence again.

"Eldest sister, why has the emperor appointed so many concubines in recent days, but rarely sets foot here?" There was a hint of dissatisfaction and confusion in Huanbi's tone.

"Huanbi, you must remember that the emperor is the supreme ruler. His thoughts and whereabouts can never be monopolized or predicted by anyone. I know this very well, and you should understand it too.

Furthermore, within the palace walls, you must be careful with your words to avoid unnecessary trouble. The emperor's decisions are all based on his own will and considerations, and we concubines cannot comment or influence them. You must keep this in mind." Zhen Huan said earnestly.

"Yes, elder sister, I know I was wrong, and I will be more careful next time." Huanbi bowed her head and admitted her mistake with a sincere tone.

"Pick some top-quality items and send them to Zhongcui Palace to present to Pingchangzai and Meidaying as a token of appreciation for their dedication to serving the emperor. I am very pleased." Zhen Huan said.

"Yes, sir. I'll get to it right away." Huanbi responded and left.

-

When Huanbi led her attendants and walked in carrying gifts, it happened that Yinzhen was plucking the strings of the pipa in Yu Mei's residence. A melodious song "Three Variations on Plum Blossoms" sounded, and the atmosphere seemed particularly elegant and interesting.

(Zhongcui Palace)

Qingmingtang.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you. I wish you good health and long-lasting blessings." Huanbi bowed respectfully and continued without waiting for Yinzhen to speak, "Mei Da Ying, this is something that the Imperial Concubine specially asked me to send to you as a token of her appreciation."

"Your Majesty, you have taken so much trouble. I really cannot accept such a generous gift." Mei Yue stood up slowly and responded gently.

"The Imperial Concubine has specifically instructed that because the Emperor favors the young lady, the Imperial Concubine also likes her very much. She only hopes that the young lady can soon continue the royal bloodline and add to the joy." Huanbi's words were clever, and Yinzhen, who was listening, felt quite relieved.

"In that case, I will respectfully obey your command. Please convey my gratitude to the Imperial Concubine on my behalf. I will go to her in person to express my gratitude one day." Mei Yue smiled gently and expressed her gratitude.

"My lady, you are too kind. Now that I have completed my mission, I will take my leave." After saying this, Huanbi's eyes casually swept over Yinzhen.

Yinzhen then said, "Go back and tell your queen that I will have dinner with her tonight."

"As you command, I'll take my leave now." Huanbi bowed again, then led her servants away quietly.

-

Huanbi was about to turn around and leave, but unexpectedly she met Fan Ruowan, a maid from Hewan Palace, outside the palace gate.

Fan Ruowan, dressed in a soft blue exquisite Manchu dress, returned from Jingren Palace, revealing an indescribable nobility in her steps.

The pearl pendant hanging on her earlobe sparkled in the light. It was a grace bestowed by Queen Yixiu.

Fan Ruowan's face was naturally charming and seductive, with a hint of sharpness in her eyes that could not be ignored.

However, at this moment, she showed Huanbi a warm smile with a gentle attitude, and that smile seemed to be able to instantly dispel the coldness around her.

"I greet Concubine Ping and wish her all the best and happiness." Huanbi bowed and said.

"Miss Huanbi, you are too polite. Please stand up quickly. I wonder what brings you here this time?" Fan Ruowan responded gently.

"My lady, the Imperial Concubine ordered me to deliver some items to you. But since you were not here, they were given to Shanhu in the palace to keep." Huanbi replied.

"Miss Huanbi, please express my deepest gratitude to the imperial concubine on my behalf." Fan Ruowan said gratefully.

"My lady, you are too polite. The Imperial Concubine is very busy, so I will not disturb her any more. I will take my leave now." Huanbi said with a smile, her tone revealing a bit of respect and humility.

"Go slowly, young lady. Come and visit us often when you have time." Fan Ruowan nodded.

The two smiled at each other, Huanbi nodded slightly to show her friendliness, and then walked out of the gate of Zhongcui Palace and returned to Yongshou Palace.

Hewan Palace.

Pearl asked softly, "My dear, don't you feel unhappy at all?"

"Why should I be unhappy? Flowers bloom and fall, it's the law of nature, I have long understood it." Fan Ruowan answered calmly.

"But the emperor has been coming to your place first and then going to the other side these days. Don't you feel a little disappointed, my lady?" Pearl looked confused.

"At least I still have a place in the emperor's heart. What I fear most is being completely forgotten. That would be the real sorrow." Fan Ruowan pondered for a moment and then said, "The gifts given by the imperial concubine are all excellent. You need to keep them properly and select a few of the most exquisite ones to wear. We have to express our gratitude to her."

"But my lady, if it weren't for the Queen's support, how could we enter the palace?" Zhenzhu asked.

"Even so, look at the ever-changing situation in the harem. Although the Queen is in a high position and has great power, she is ultimately not as influential as Concubine Xi. We are just looking for a big tree that we can rely on for a long time. What's wrong with that?" Fan Ruowan answered meaningfully.