Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

025 Hua Fei's Fury

(Qingliang Hall)

After Suxi returned to Qingliang Palace, he was severely punished for failing to bring An Lingrong with him as he wished. He was ordered to kneel on the icy ground of Qingliang Palace.

The next morning, Concubine Hua woke up early. Although she tried to hide it, the fatigue and worry in her eyes revealed her uneasiness.

"Your Majesty." Songzhi knew very well that Nian Shilan was feeling emotionally unstable at the moment, so she was extremely cautious in her words, fearing that she would touch her sensitive nerves.

"The bitch Zhen Huan actually colluded with An Lingrong and intended to snatch the emperor's favor from me." Nian Shilan whispered angrily, her tone full of dissatisfaction and resentment.

"Your Majesty, please calm down. It's not worth getting sick over such trivial matters." Song Zhi consoled softly, trying to calm Nian Shilan's emotions.

"How is Zhou Ninghai doing in the Ministry of Punishment?" Nian Shilan asked.

"Thanks to my careful management, his situation is relatively good and not too miserable." Song Zhi answered truthfully, trying not to make Nian Shilan worry too much.

"I want to pick him up in two days." Nian Shilan said, her tone revealing her concern for Zhou Ninghai.

"But Your Majesty, as for the Emperor..." Songzhi hesitated for a moment, but finally raised the question.

"Forget it, let's discuss this matter later." Nian Shilan pondered for a moment and finally decided, "We'll make plans after my brother comes back."

"I understand." Songzhi responded.

"Songzhi, go and ask Concubine Cao to come to Qingliang Palace." Nian Shilan had another new instruction.

"Yes." Songzhi responded, then paused for a moment and asked hesitantly, "Madam, Suxi is still kneeling outside. Should we let him get up?"

Nian Shilan nodded slightly and said coldly: "Go tell him that this punishment is to teach him a lesson. If he makes any mistakes again in the future, I will never let him off easily. The Ministry of Punishment will be his final destination."

"Yes, your majesty." Songzhi took the order and left.

Not long after, Cao Qinmo arrived at the Qingliang Palace.

She had a very pleasant conversation with Nian Shilan. Cao Qinmo's wit and strategy made Nian Shilan's mood gradually improve, and the clouds on her face also dissipated.

(Taohuawu)

"Your Majesty, I heard that Concubine Hua intended to invite An to perform in Qingliang Palace last night, but unexpectedly the Emperor was also present, so Concubine Hua was turned away." Jianqiu said with a hint of sarcasm.

The Queen raised her eyebrows slightly when she heard this, and seemed quite interested in the news. She asked, "Are you saying that An agreed to be with Concubine Wan at Bitong Academy last night?"

"That's right, your Majesty." Jian Qiu replied, "This An promised lady is so close to Wan Guiren, I'm afraid they are already on the same side."

Yixiu didn't speak immediately. She nodded slightly and fell into deep thought.

"Jianqiu, pick two smart and clever palace maids and send them to Fanying Pavilion." Yixiu ordered.

Jianqiu immediately understood what Yixiu meant, and she replied respectfully, "Yes, Madam, I will do it right away."

(Fan Ying Pavilion)

An Lingrong sat on the chair, with a hint of worry in her eyes. Ningxiang noticed it and asked softly, "My lady, what's wrong with you? Are you worried about something?"

An Lingrong sighed softly and said, "Ningxiang, I don't know why, but I always feel a little uneasy."

Ningxiang immediately comforted her: "Don't be afraid, my lady. I and Manxiang are here. We will always protect you."

At this moment, Xiao Chengzi walked in quickly and reported: "My lady, Aunt Jianqiu is here."

An Lingrong was slightly startled, wondering: "What is she doing here?"

But he quickly regained his composure and ordered, "Please ask her to come in."

Xiao Chengzi responded and left. After a while, Jianqiu came in with two palace maids.

Seeing this, An Lingrong immediately stood up to greet her and said respectfully, "Aunt Jianqiu, why are you here? What does the Queen want?"

Jian Qiu replied with a smile on her face: "The Queen is considerate of you, young lady. She knows that you have just arrived and is afraid that you will not be used to it, so she specially asked me to pick two smart palace maids to serve you."

Although An Lingrong understood the Queen's intention, she still showed gratitude on her face: "Thank you so much, Your Majesty."

Jianqiu turned to the two palace maids and pretended to admonish them, "You must serve An Da Ying well. Once you enter Fanying Pavilion, you will be An Da Ying's people. You must be careful and considerate. Do you understand?"

The two maids answered in unison: "We understand."

Jianqiu nodded with satisfaction, then said goodbye and left.

An Lingrong watched her leave, but she couldn't help but become more alert.

She knew that although these two palace maids appeared respectful and obedient on the surface, they were actually spies sent by the queen, so she had to be more careful.

After Jianqiu and the two maids left, An Lingrong turned to the new maids and asked gently, "What are your names?"

"My name is Xier." A palace maid answered respectfully.

"My servant Xiu'er." Another palace maid replied right after.

An Lingrong nodded, and then said: "From now on, you will be responsible for the sweeping work outside. You are not needed here in the inner room. Now, you can go down first."

"Yes, I'll take my leave." Xier and Xiuer answered in unison, then retreated respectfully.

After they left, Ningxiang couldn't help but say: "Young Master..."

An Lingrong turned to look at Ningxiang, a trace of seriousness flashed in her eyes, and instructed: "You and Manxiang should pay more attention to Xi'er and Xiu'er in the future. After all, they are sent by the Queen. Don't let them make any mistakes here. At the same time, you must always be vigilant to ensure our own safety."

"I understand." Ningxiang replied solemnly.

She knew that the young lady's words meant that she needed to be more careful in the days ahead.

(Taohuawu)

The queen was sitting upright on the couch, flipping through an ancient book in her hands, with Huichun serving her respectfully.

Empress Yixiu wore a lake blue Manchu dress, looking dignified and elegant.

At this time, Jianqiu came back from outside. She walked to the queen and reported softly: "Your Majesty, I am back. I have done everything you asked me to do."

The queen looked up at Jianqiu, a hint of inquiry flashing in her eyes: "Are you back? Are you done with everything?"

Jian Qiu nodded and replied, "Yes, your Majesty. An promised to be very grateful for the gift from the Queen and showed great gratitude."

The queen gently put down the book in her hand and nodded slightly, but then frowned again. She reminded: "You still have to be more careful. After all, they are palace maids sent over openly. An promised that they will inevitably be on guard and pay more attention."

Jian Qiu replied respectfully: "Yes, I understand. I will always pay attention to make sure everything is under control."