Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

028 Wen Yi's Birthday

Ever since An Lingrong became pregnant, Yinzhen chose to spend almost every night in An Lingrong's Fanying Pavilion, except for spending time with the Queen on the fifteenth of every month and resting in Zhen Huan's Bitong Academy for a few nights.

This change made everyone in the harem look at her strangely. They were jealous of An Lingrong's special favor, but at the same time they could do nothing about it. They could only silently endure this sudden palace turmoil.

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In the blink of an eye, Wen Yi's birthday arrived as scheduled. Wen Yi's birthday was June 19th.

Although the weather was hot, the banquet was still held as scheduled at Jiuzhou Qingyan.

Because of its location close to Fanyue Lake, the guests at the banquet could clearly hear the sound of stringed instruments and orchestral music coming from the water pavilion in the distance. The music was clear and distant, lacking the summer noise and adding a bit of elegance and tranquility.

(Jiuzhou Qingyan)

Zhen Huan sat at the banquet, her eyes moving among the people, finally fixing on the empty seat diagonally opposite.

That was Yunli's seat, and she couldn't help but feel ripples in her heart.

Yunli…we will meet again eventually, she said silently in her heart, her thoughts drifting away.

Yinzhen naturally noticed the empty seat and said with a smile, "I wonder what new thing this old Seventeen has seen that he refuses to move from."

The still very young Shen Beile replied, "My royal brother knows the seventeenth brother. He is the most casual and free."

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As the banquet was about to begin, Concubine Duan walked in slowly, carefully supported by two or three palace maids, and she saluted tremblingly.

Seeing this, Yinzhen asked with concern: "It's so hot outside, why did you come all the way here? Actually, this is not an occasion that you have to come to."

A smile appeared on Concubine Duan's pale face, and she responded softly: "Princess Wen Yi's first birthday banquet is a grand event in the palace, and I naturally have to come to congratulate her. Besides, I haven't seen Wen Yi for a long time, and I miss her very much."

Cao Qinmo hurriedly signaled to the wet nurse to bring Princess Wen Yi into Concubine Duan's sight.

Concubine Duan gazed at Wen Yi, her face filled with endless tenderness and kindness. She stretched out her hand, as if wanting to hug this lovely little life, but then took it back in an instant.

She looked at Wen Yi deeply for a while, then said with a helpless smile: "I really want to hug Wen Yi myself, but I'm afraid that with my body, I might hurt her accidentally. I really have the will but not the strength."

She turned to the palace maid who was supporting her and called softly, "Jixiang."

Jixiang immediately handed an exquisite necklace to Cao Qinmo.

The collar was made of silver, with a sparkling ruby ​​in the middle and lifelike butterfly patterns carved around it, making it look both noble and elegant.

Yinzhen glanced at the collar, and a sense of familiarity flashed in his eyes. "This collar looks quite familiar. It seems to be your dowry. Wen Yi is still a young child. Why did you give her such an expensive gift?"

Concubine Duan leaned to one side and coughed a few times. Her cheeks were flushed with a strange color due to coughing.

She smiled and replied, "Your Majesty has a good memory, but I have been ill for many years, and it would be a pity to leave these things with me. Wen Yi is such a lovely child, giving them to her will make the most of their value."

Cao Qinmo obviously didn't expect Concubine Duan to give such a generous gift. She was surprised and delighted, and hurriedly thanked her on behalf of Wen Yi: "Thank you, Concubine Duan, for your kindness."

Concubine Duan gently stroked Wen Yi's cheek and said with emotion: "The last time I saw her, she was still one month old. Now she has grown so big. With such a delicate appearance, she will definitely be a beauty in the future."

Cao Qinmo smiled and said modestly: "Your Majesty, you are too kind. Please take your seat."

After standing and talking for a while, Concubine Duan was already panting and sweating profusely. Seeing this, the palace maids hurried forward to help her sit down.

At this time, Zhen Huan unexpectedly met Concubine Duan. A trace of surprise flashed across Concubine Duan's eyes, and then she whispered, "The emperor has found another beauty."

The queen responded with a smile and said gracefully, "Concubine Duan rarely goes out because she is often unwell, so she still has the same vision as before."

Listening to their conversation, Zhen Huan found it ridiculous. She thought that the reason why Concubine Duan was willing to lend a helping hand in the previous life was probably because of her face that was very similar to Chun Yuan.

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The banquet was halfway through, and Zhen Huan originally wanted to go out for some fresh air, but then she thought that Yun Li should be drinking alone by the lake at this moment, so she suppressed the impulse in her heart and decided to stay at the banquet.

"My lady, I feel a bit stuffy here and want to go outside to get some fresh air." Huanbi asked softly.

Zhen Huan turned her head, smiled and nodded, and whispered: "Okay, go ahead, but remember to be careful and don't go too far."

Huanbi replied "yes", bowed respectfully, and then stepped back lightly.

At this time, Cao Qinmo also suggested: "Your Majesty, although today's singing and dancing are grand, it seems a bit too formal. Since this is a family banquet and everyone present are royal relatives, why don't we find some more relaxing activities to liven up the atmosphere?"

Yinzhen turned around, looked at Cao Qinmo, and said with a smile: "You are the host of the banquet today. If you have any good suggestions, please tell me."

Cao Qin thought for a moment and said, "I think that the sisters in the palace all have their own talents. Why don't we write these talents on paper and then draw lots. Whoever draws what will perform it on the spot to entertain the guests. What do you think, Your Majesty?"

After hearing this, Yinzhen nodded and said approvingly: "This is a very fresh idea. Let's do it as you say."

Cao Qinmo acted quickly, and soon came forward holding a square bottle with blue and white patterns. "Ms. An is pregnant now, so she shouldn't work too hard. I will be in charge of drawing lots and making orders."

Upon hearing this, Yinzhen jokingly said, "Why, as the one who came up with the idea, you don't plan to show it yourself?"

Cao Qinmo smiled slightly and said modestly: "I really don't have any special skills. I can only make some pearls to kill time. Such skills are not worthy of being presented in a high-class hall. However, I have already thought about it. No matter which sister performs a performance, I will give her a string of pearls to show my appreciation. What do you think, Your Majesty?"

Yinzhen nodded in approval: "This is also a good idea."

Concubine Qi interrupted and said, "What if the talent written on the paper drawn is not a sister's strong point?"

Cao Qinmo smiled and said, "Even if it's not your strong point, everyone should have some basic skills. Besides, everyone here is a sister who sees each other every day. Just perform as you like. The important thing is to participate."