Since the emperor and the empress are out offering sacrifices to heaven this time, they will not be able to come back for a while.

Because of this, the emperor had previously instructed Concubine Hua to take care of the affairs of the six palaces during this period of time.

However, Yongzheng also knew Hua Fei's character very well.

In order to protect his pregnant concubines, Yongzheng had already comforted Zhen Huan and others and asked them not to conflict with Concubine Hua.

At this time, Nian Gengyao was fighting for the court, and Yongzheng certainly could not disappoint Nian Gengyao. It was for this reason that he chose to promote Hua Fei's position.

Even though the palms and backs of his hands are made of flesh, the emperor still has to put the affairs of the court first.

Compared with them, Zhen Huan and others can only wish for the best.

……

"Empress Qi, the Empress is gone. Now the Imperial Concubine Hua is the most respected one in the palace. Our lives are becoming increasingly difficult..."

In Changchun Palace, Chun'er, who rarely comes here, is complaining to Concubine Qi.

Chun'er is on the Queen's side, and everyone knows it.

Concubine Hua never has a good face towards people in the Queen's camp.

Even Concubine Qi had been reprimanded several times before, and Chun'er, who was just a concubine, was in an even more precarious situation.

There was no other way, Chun'er could only come to seek refuge from Concubine Qi.

Among the Queen, apart from the Queen herself, the person with the most honorable status is Concubine Qi.

Unfortunately, Concubine Qi herself was in a very difficult situation. She could barely protect herself, let alone bring Chun'er under her protection.

"Alas, in this situation, what can I do?"

Concubine Qi shook her head and ordered people to serve Chun'er a few more plates of snacks to comfort her. At the same time, she advised, "Don't expect me to do anything. You can only take care of yourself and endure it slowly!"

When the Queen returns, the Emperor will remove Concubine Hua's authority to assist in managing the six palaces, and then everyone's life will naturally become a little better.

"But what if the emperor still lets Concubine Hua help manage the six palaces?"

Chun'er is feeling very worried right now. Looking at the snacks in front of her that are emitting tempting aroma, she finds it hard to swallow for a moment. At the same time, it also reveals the "possibility" that even Concubine Qi is unwilling to face.

"If it really comes to that, what else can we do? Forget it, just accept our fate!"

At this age, Concubine Qi no longer has the mind to be jealous, let alone have lofty ambitions?

I’m sorry, I didn’t have that thing even when I was young, let alone now?

So when faced with Chun'er's worried speculation, Concubine Qi seemed very free and easy.

Just get through it if you can. If you really can't, you still have a son, so you won't be in such a desperate situation.

Concubine Qi does have the "capital" to lie down and take it easy, but Chun'er can't be so calm.

"Your Highness, you are the only healthy concubine right now. If the imperial concubines act arrogantly during the period when the Empress is away from the palace, and you speak up for justice and protect the lower-ranking concubines, the Emperor will definitely reward you if he knows about it!"

Chun Er blinked and tried to get Concubine Qi to come out and fight against Concubine Hua.

"Do you think I'm a fool?"

Concubine Qi glared at Chun'er and said unhappily, "What was Concubine Hua like when she was still Concubine Hua? Haven't you seen it?"

At that time, he was already invincible in all the six palaces, not to mention that he has been upgraded now.

Concubine Qi admitted that she was not smart, but she would never be stupid enough to let others lead her by the nose!

"Your Majesty, please forgive me. I was only thinking about you..."

Chun'er tried to persuade Concubine Qi for a long time but failed to arouse her fighting spirit. Instead, she made her angry. She immediately thought it was a bad idea.

Chun'er picked up a piece of dessert and ate it for a while before saying casually, "I heard from the servants before that when they were in the Old Summer Palace, Imperial Concubine Hua seemed to have paid special attention to Concubine An and others. Now that I think about it, she has been named 'Imperial Concubine', but she still has no children. Tang said that the Emperor will adopt a few princesses and princes for her in the future..."

Chun'er didn't continue talking, but started eating snacks in silence.

The things in Changchun Palace are not bad. Although the shape is a bit rough, they are fragrant and sweet in taste, so it is better than nothing.

As soon as Chun'er said this, Concubine Qi's eyes suddenly changed.

Her weakness is actually very obvious: he is her son.

Concubine Qi herself had no intention of fighting for power, because she was counting on Hongshi to be named the crown prince!

To say something extremely outrageous, as long as her son becomes the crown prince and the emperor passes away, she will become the Holy Mother Empress Dowager!

This idea only came to Concubine Qi recently.

Before this, Concubine Qi had never been so bold. After experiencing the Queen's repeated teachings, Concubine Qi went from being "full of hope" to being hit by reality to being "dejected". After experiencing such a gap back and forth and going through so many twists and turns for a while, she felt that she had finally gained enlightenment.

Instead of vying for favor with those fancy newcomers, which would only end up making the emperor take her interest in nothing, it would be better to give up those thoughts and focus on raising her son.

As long as the Third Prince can make a name for himself in the future and is ambitious enough, his good days will be just around the corner!

However, after Chun'er's "provocation", Concubine Qi, who had been in a calm mood, suddenly became nervous.

If... Shen Meizhuang and the others gave birth to a prince, and then he was taken away to be raised by Concubine Hua, that would be a huge problem!

"Empress, what's wrong with you?"

Chun'er had deliberately said such words in order to make Concubine Qi nervous.

So, when Chun'er noticed that Concubine Qi's expression changed, she laughed secretly in her heart, but then turned around and looked confused.

"Nothing, you can go back, I'm tired."

No matter how uneasy Concubine Qi felt, she would never show it in front of someone like Chun'er.

Therefore, Concubine Qi pretended to be calm and sent Chun'er away with just a few words.

After Chun'er left, Concubine Qi said to Cuiguo beside her: "Cuiguo, I will give you a task now, you must do your best to complete it!"

"Don't worry, your Majesty. I may not necessarily do my best according to your instructions!"

Cuiguo had overheard the entire conversation between the two and was already feeling uneasy.

But she couldn't avoid it. Concubine Qi suddenly called her name. She felt very upset, but she had to nod forcedly.

"I want you to keep an eye on Concubine Hua!"

Concubine Qi said coldly: "If there is any disturbance there, you must tell me!"

"what……"

When Cuiguo heard this, her eyelids started twitching wildly. She felt that Concubine Qi thought too highly of her.

Asking her to monitor Concubine Hua - this is simply not something that an ordinary person can do!

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