Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

004 Zhen Huan pretends to be sick to avoid favor

(Smashed Jade Pavilion)

The three sisters came to Suiyuxuan, a quiet and elegant place, with the air filled with the faint scent of tea and flowers.

They sat together by the window. Outside the window was a green garden with flowers in full bloom. A few bees were dancing among the flowers, and occasionally a few birds were singing happily on the branches.

Shen Meizhuang looked at the scenery outside the window and sighed: "The scenery here is so beautiful, it seems to make people forget all their worries."

An Lingrong also nodded in agreement: "Yes, it's really quiet here, very suitable for us to chat."

Zhen Huan sat quietly, she closed her eyes, as if feeling the peaceful atmosphere.

After a while, she opened her eyes, smiled and said, "I feel there is a special energy here that can make people calm and clear-minded."

At this moment, Huanbi served the tea and said softly, "Please taste the tea, ladies. I know that Lady An doesn't like Lu'an tea, so I specially changed it to scented tea."

An Lingrong smiled and said, "Miss Huanbi is really thoughtful and considerate. She once stayed at Sister Zhen's house and she remembered it so carefully."

Huanbi responded: "Ms. An has a deep affection for our mistress, so I will naturally pay more attention to her."

Shen Meizhuang teased, "I thought Liuzhu was a sharp-tongued person, but I didn't expect Huanbi to be the same."

Huanbi smiled and nodded slightly.

Shen Meizhuang said to Zhen Huan with emotion: "Huan'er, fortunately you are here, so I can avoid being harassed by Concubine Hua in the morning."

Zhen Huan advised: "Sister Mei, the hearts of people in the harem are unpredictable, we must always be vigilant."

Shen Meizhuang said again: "Huan'er, although your place is good, it is located in a remote place."

Zhen Huan smiled and responded: "It's quiet here, I also like it."

She turned to An Lingrong and asked, "Lingrong, how is your palace?"

An Lingrong said frankly: "Life in the palace is roughly like this. My sisters have also seen that Concubine Xia is arrogant and domineering. I try my best to avoid her and only befriend my sisters."

Shen Meizhuang nodded: "That's great, it can save us from a lot of trouble."

Zhen Huan reminded: "After all, the maids in the palace are different from us and are not as considerate as we are. Therefore, you need to be more careful when employing people."

Shen Meizhuang agreed: "You are right. Caiyue and Caixing, the maids I brought with me, are the ones who grew up with me, so naturally we are closer."

Zhen Huan asked Xiang An Lingrong again: "Lingrong, how is the situation in your palace?"

An Lingrong said gratefully, "Thanks to my sister for choosing two maids for me, Ningxiang and Manxiang. They are steady and I am very satisfied with them."

"Huan'er's meticulous care for Lingrong is really enviable. Even I felt jealous for a moment." Shen Meizhuang said with a smile.

"Sister, please stop making fun of me." Zhen Huan said coquettishly.

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After Shen Meizhuang and An Lingrong walked away, Zhen Huan turned to Xiao Yunzi and whispered, "Go under that crabapple tree. There are things there that you need to dig out carefully. Remember, be gentle to avoid attracting unnecessary attention."

Xiao Yunzi responded respectfully: "Yes, I will do it right away."

Then, Zhen Huan turned her gaze to Huanbi and said softly, "Huanbi, go to the Imperial Hospital and quietly ask Lord Wen Shichu to come over. This matter is of great importance. You must be careful and don't let outsiders know."

Huanbi nodded and agreed: "Yes, I'll go right away."

A moment later, Wen Shichu arrived at Suiyuxuan as promised.

Zhen Huan signaled everyone to leave, leaving only Huanbi and Wen Shichu.

"Your humble servant greets the young lady." Wen Shichu bowed respectfully.

"Brother Shichu." Zhen Huan called softly.

"Sister Huan, is something wrong with you?" Wen Shichu asked with concern.

Zhen Huan gestured, and Huanbi handed the musk dug from under the osmanthus tree to Wen Shichu. After carefully examining it, he said in surprise, "My lady, where did this musk come from?"

"The crabapple tree in Sui Yuxuan hasn't bloomed for a long time." Zhen Huan sighed softly.

"I understand." Wen Shichu nodded, "What does my lord want me to do?"

Zhen Huan stared at Wen Shichu, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "Brother Shichu said that he would protect me, does it still count?"

"Of course. I, Wen Shichu, will always put Sister Huan first." Wen Shichu said solemnly.

"Then please help me, Brother Shichu." Zhen Huan took a deep breath, "I don't want to sleep with you."

Wen Shichu was not surprised, as if he had expected it: "Okay, everything will be up to Sister Huan. I will also take this musk back to the Imperial Hospital for research."

"Then I'll have to trouble Brother Shichu." Zhen Huan turned to Jinxi, "Jinxi, send Doctor Wen out."

"Yes." Jin Xi replied, and then led Wen Shichu out of Shuiyuxuan.

(Changxi Hall)

Since Zhen Huan intended to avoid favor, the first person to sleep with her was Shen Meizhuang.

At this moment, Shen Meizhuang was standing at the door chatting with Caiyue, "My lady, look how much the emperor loves you. He knows that you like chrysanthemums, so he sent so many chrysanthemums here."

"It's the season when chrysanthemums are in full bloom. What else can I give if not chrysanthemums?" Shen Meizhuang said shyly.

"My lady, I am not joking," Shen Meizhuang's maid whispered, "Look at the emperor these past few days. Apart from occasionally visiting those concubines, he has spent most of his time in our palace."

Shen Meizhuang chuckled after hearing this, "You girl, your words are becoming more and more exaggerated."

Although she said so, there was no blame in her eyes, but instead a hint of pride and relief.

"My lady, look at that chrysanthemum, it's blooming so beautifully, and the twin ones, they look just like the emperor and you." Caiyue covered her mouth and giggled.

"Why are you saying these things in broad daylight? You have no shame at all." Shen Meizhuang said lightly.

At this time, Emperor Yinzhen came over and heard the two people laughing. He asked with a smile: "What are you two talking about so happily?"

Seeing the emperor coming, Shen Meizhuang hurriedly bowed and said, "Your Highness, I pay my respects to you."

Yinzhen helped Shen Meizhuang up, his eyes full of smiles: "Get up, I want to know what you talked about that made you laugh so happily."

Caiyue answered first: "Your Majesty, our young master loves chrysanthemums very much, so she is very grateful for your reward."

Yinzhen looked at the chrysanthemum embroidery on Shen Meizhuang's body and asked, "You have a special liking for chrysanthemums. Can you tell me why you like chrysanthemums so much?"

Shen Meizhuang said softly, "'I would rather die with fragrance on the branch than be blown away by the north wind'. I admire the integrity of chrysanthemums."

"Your reading attainments are quite extraordinary." Yinzhen looked at her with approval.

"I only know a little bit, and I hope Your Majesty will forgive my ignorance." Shen Meizhuang responded gently with a smile on her face.

"The reason I visited you this time is actually because I hope you can learn some management affairs in the palace. The Queen often feels unwell, and Concubine Hua is a little impatient." Yinzhen said slowly.

"But I'm not good at this." Shen Meizhuang answered truthfully.

"That's why I hope you can study." Yinzhen said firmly.

"I am willing to do my best." Shen Meizhuang replied.

"That's right. I heard that the greenhouse has carefully cultivated several pots of green chrysanthemums, and I specially gave them to you as a reward." Yinzhen said.

Shen Meizhuang thought of Zhen Huan's suggestion, so she declined, "Your Majesty, I think the green chrysanthemum is so rare that it would be more appropriate to place it in the imperial garden for the sisters to appreciate it together."

Yinzhen thought for a moment and nodded in agreement. "Your idea is very thoughtful. Let's do as you suggest. In addition, this hall name sounds a bit old-fashioned. Since you love chrysanthemums so much, let's change the name to Shuangrui Hall."

"I am grateful for the emperor's generous gift." Shen Meizhuang bowed deeply to express her gratitude to Yinzhen.