An Lingrong after rebirth

Your Majesty is cautious and thorough in her work, even the Emperor would praise her, but he just wants to be in the front. I, your concubine, envy your Majesty so much that I can't wait to see her, so how could your Majesty be wrong?

Shupin was polite. An Lingrong chuckled and said, "When your Majesty is free someday, please come to the Yanx Palace. I will definitely make sure to welcome you."

Concubine Jing knew that the words were meant to send the guests away, so she stood up and nodded. Well, this time the enthronement ceremony for the two younger sisters must include her own.

There are still many days to go in the harem. I am leaving first. Yes, I will respectfully send off Concubine Jing. After sending Concubine Jing out, the two turned around and sat down again. Shen Meizhuang couldn't help but sigh.

Even a noble concubine like Concubine Jing can't have everything go smoothly. I saw what she said today, and she seemed very helpless. An Lingrong's eyes turned slightly, "Sister, do you think it's a good thing that Concubine Jing was promoted today?"

"Hmm?" "Rong'er, what do you mean?" The Queen's action today was not considering Concubine Jing. She wanted the Emperor to give in and let me share Concubine Hua's palace power.

Shen Meizhuang suddenly realized, "No wonder Concubine Jing said for no reason that you have a good son." The Queen Mother didn't want the Queen's plan to fall into the hands of the Yanx Palace, so she promoted Concubine Jing to a higher position.

So that's how it is. Concubine Jing is being treated as a traitor. My sister can see clearly, although I am more grateful to the Queen Mother for doing this. But people's hearts have always been fickle.

Who knows who will be favored by the superiors one day and abandon me without hesitation? An Lingrong lowered her eyebrows and said with a sigh.

Although Shen Meizhuang knew that what An Lingrong said made sense, seeing An Lingrong like this, how could she agree with her? She stretched out her hands and held An Lingrong's hands, saying, "Rong'er, don't say such discouraging words."

Although Concubine Jing was used as a shield, she did get the upper hand. From now on, she and Concubine Hua both have the power to assist in managing the harem, and neither is more noble than the other.

Moreover, the palace affairs were assigned, and Concubine Hua could not control Concubine Jing, and she would definitely be in trouble. Sister, although we have not been in the palace for long, we also know Concubine Hua's temperament.

Once the power in her hands was divided, she would not just watch and do nothing. Having said that, An Lingrong smiled and shook her head.

Sister, allow me to say something disrespectful. Concubine Jing is weak. If she really had the courage to fight against Concubine Hua, how could she have been suppressed by Concubine Hua for so many years?

I see that Concubine Jing does not have the courage to confront Concubine Hua head-on. No matter whether it was the Queen's plan or someone else's...what happened today was not a good thing.

Shen Meizhuang thought about it and nodded. What Rong'er said made sense...

An Lingrong waved her hand and said, "Never mind. My sister and I will guard this little piece of land. It's enough as long as no one comes to bully us. We are all in the ocean. We just need to take care of ourselves. How can we care about others?"

Yes, what my sister said is that the background of my sister's servants and maids has not been fully investigated. Everything they eat, use, and drink must be checked by Zhuying or Luo Rui.

If anything happens, sister, please don't mind the trouble and send someone to tell me in the Yanxi Palace. I will do my best to help.

"Rong'er, don't worry, you have said these words many times, I remember them in my heart." That's good, I have been out for a long time, I should go back to the Yanxi Palace.

Sister, you've worked hard today, take a break early, and let someone pour the tea! Shen Meizhuang nodded, got up to send An Lingrong out, and went to rest when she came back.

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Inside Yikun Palace

Concubine Hua stared at Cao Moqin with a look of rage on her face. “You stopped me in Jingren Palace and stopped me from arguing with that vicious Queen.”

Now that the power of my palace has been divided, you are still like your mouth has been sawed off. If you don't say a word, what use do I have for you?

As soon as Hua Fei finished speaking, she slapped the table, scaring Song Zhi so much that he trembled. Cao Moqin knelt below, looking terrified.

After a moment of silence, she saw that Concubine Hua was about to get angry again, so she quickly said, "Your Majesty, I congratulate you." Concubine Hua almost laughed when she heard what Cao Moqin said.

"Congratulations"? I'm being bullied to death by the Queen, and you say congratulations to me? Cao Moqin, are you crazy?

Your Majesty, it is a fact that you are late today, and it is also justified for the Queen to punish you. After the Queen pays her respects, she must go to Shoukang Palace.

If the Empress makes a scene in Jingren Palace, the Queen will have even more reason to do so. Offending the Central Palace is a serious crime. Even if the Emperor favors you, what if the Queen Mother ignores you?

The punishment will not be the division of part of the palace power. This concubine thought that this was the real purpose of the Queen's plan. Concubine Hua was stunned by what Cao Moqin said, and after a moment she slapped the table again.

This old woman is really a vicious woman. Fortunately, the queen held back at that time and didn't let the queen succeed. Hua Fei just reacted. If it's like what you said.

"Why should I be so happy?" Cao Moqin forced a smile. "Your Majesty, Concubine Jing is in your palace. So what if she has the same authority to assist in managing the harem?"

In the emperor's heart, the most important person is you, Your Majesty. No matter how noble Concubine Jing is, she cannot surpass you. So does it matter whether the palace power is in the hands of Concubine Jing or the Empress?

Only the Her Majesty thought that even now, it was not impossible to ask Concubine Jing to reply immediately. The Her Majesty still had the power, but she felt much more relaxed. Isn't this happiness?

Concubine Hua had an impatient temper, and Cao Qin made her smile with just a few words. She picked up a jade wheel in her hand and rolled it across her face.

Humph! Who is Feng Ruozhao? I am not afraid of her. Even if the Queen Mother intends to promote her, she is a hopeless person. Could it be that she has the ability to suppress me?

What the Empress said is true. The Empress is the most senior person among the Emperor, and with General Nian here, how could Concubine Jing dare to act arrogantly in front of the Empress!

Ultimately, the affairs of the palace will be handled by the Empress. Only the Empress can handle them well without any mistakes. Concubine Hua chuckled again.

The three of them have been promoted, and I am helping to manage the harem, so I can't be too stingy. Songzhi, you pick a few good things from the storehouse and send them over! In addition, the Sixth Prince is very valued by the Emperor and the Empress Dowager. I can't just sit back and watch.

Choose carefully. I will go to the Yanx Palace in person to save the Empress Dowager's face. After hearing this, Cao Moqin smiled and said nothing.

Both of them have given birth to children, one is a noble lady from the royal palace who has not even had a title, and the other is the mistress of a palace. Such a gap makes Cao Moqin feel very unbalanced and really disheartening.

However, he only thought about this in his mind and did not dare to show it in front of Concubine Hua.

The day when An Lingrong returned to the palace was close to the Sixth Prince's full moon day. Just a few days after returning to the palace, it was the Sixth Prince's full moon day. This day was also the canonization ceremony of An Lingrong, Shen Meizhuang, and Jingfei.

One concubine, two concubines, An Lingrong's promotion, and the Sixth Prince's full moon ceremony, it was a very lively occasion. Before dawn, An Lingrong was called by Qiu Fang.

The imperial crowns of concubines were divided into two layers, each with an eastern pearl, and both were decorated with a golden pheasant. The pearls hanging from the tail of the pheasant were pearls, a total of 172, which was considered quite luxurious.

An Lingrong looked at herself in the mirror. She didn't know if it was because of the child she had given birth to, but her skin had become whiter and her features had become softer.

Qiufang put the blue-dot peacock hairpin given by the Empress Dowager on An Lingrong, and looked in the mirror. The Empress' temperament has become more calm and steady.

Only you are willing to praise him. Is Xiaoliu awake? Madam, the Sixth Prince is also very happy today. He is awake now. When I went to see him, he had his eyes open and was looking around with a smile.

This kid, did he wake up so early because he knew there would be a reward today? An Lingrong laughed. How is the Yonghe Palace? Her Majesty Lian'er has gone to see it, and Her Majesty Xianpin is also ready.

I am waiting for Jiaozi to pick me up. Who arranged this Jiaozi? Your Majesty, the canonization ceremony of Concubine Jing is also today. The sedan chair today was arranged by Concubine Hua.

Concubine Hua always arranges her subordinates to do things, so she doesn't know what Jiaozi is doing. Let's go.

Let's go to Yonghe Palace. If Qing Jiaozi's matter is not a problem, I will go for a walk with Sister Mei. It's nothing. Yes, but today's court dress is a bit heavy, so the queen needs to walk slowly.

Let Lian'er and the wet nurse take Xiaoliu directly to Shoukang Palace. The Queen Mother will surely attend today's full moon banquet. I can feel at ease with her around.

An Lingrong gave an order, and Qiufang hurried down to make arrangements. When they came back, the master and servant left the Yanx Palace, turned the palace gate, and soon arrived at the gate of Yonghe Palace.

Shen Meizhuang happened to be supporting Shen Meizhuang and walked out, Sister Mei, Shen Meizhuang looked up and saw An Lingrong, and said with a smile, Ronger, you are here.

An Lingrong walked closer to Shen Meizhuang, reached out and held her hand. "Sister Mei got up early today, are you feeling unwell? Don't worry, Rong'er, you've been much better these days, and you're not feeling unwell."

An Lingrong nodded and looked at the Jiaozi beside her. Is this the new Jiaozi arranged by Consort Hua for today's enthronement ceremony? Well, everyone in the palace knows that you and I don't like Chengjiao. This was sent by Consort Hua early in the morning.

An Lingrong pulled Shen Meizhuang, Zhang took two steps, looked around to see if there was anyone around, and then whispered in Shen Meizhuang's ear: "Sister, Concubine Hua has always been careless and doesn't pay attention to details when doing things."

Although this sedan was sent by Concubine Hua, there is no guarantee that it will not be tampered with. Although the maternity clothes are a bit heavy today, for the sake of caution, let's walk.

Shen Meizhuang nodded and said: Let's go on foot. It's fine with me, but if Concubine Hua knew...

Sister, everyone in the harem knows that you and I don't like to ride in sedan chairs, but even so, Concubine Hua still sent a sedan chair. This is already a great honor for you and me.

But it is precisely because of this that we are in a difficult position to make a decision. Today, this little girl has been tampered with, and Concubine Hua can't say anything... But if there is no problem...

If I were the person behind this, I would definitely help no matter what, to disgust you and me...

Shen Meizhuang frowned and said: "Yes! Jiaozi has no problem. We just want to reject Concubine Hua's kindness. No matter what we do, it's not right..."

Precisely because of this, we must prevent future troubles, even if it means offending Concubine Hua. If something happens, others can just sit back and reap the benefits without doing anything.

Shen Meizhuang nodded, a trace of worry flashed across her brows. "Sister, what you said makes sense. What should we do? No way?"

An Lingrong shook her head and said, “We can’t stop her. Our sister’s health is the most important thing. Even if it means offending Concubine Hua, we have no choice but to do so.”

That's right, Concubine Hua doesn't like us, so one more or one less doesn't matter. After the decision was made, there was no more hesitation, and the two of them led their people to Jingren Palace together.

The sedan still remained at the gate of Yonghe Palace, as if foreshadowing the coming storm. The Queen of Jingren Palace's instructions were only a few words.

Maybe it was because Shen Meizhuang was pregnant, or maybe it was because the emperor was beside her, the queen continued as soon as she finished speaking: "Xianpin is pregnant, it is not appropriate for her to kneel for a long time, Jingfei, and your two sisters, please stand up!"

Thank you very much, Her Majesty. After they stood up, the Queen said again, today is not only the enthronement ceremony for several people, but also the full moon banquet for the Sixth Prince. Why didn’t Concubine Shu bring the Sixth Prince?

An Lingrong knelt down and saluted, saying: "Your Majesty, thinking that the Queen Dowager would come, I had the Sixth Prince sent to Shoukang Palace early in the morning."

Yixiu's expression did not change. She smiled and said, "That's good. The Empress Dowager loves the Sixth Prince. It's better to have more children, Jingfei."

"I am here," the Queen said, turning to look at Concubine Jing who was very calm. The Emperor and the Queen Mother have taken a liking to you. When you are helping to manage the harem in the future, you must be careful and not make any mistakes!

You are making things difficult for the Emperor and the Empress Dowager, understand? I will follow the Empress' instructions. Concubine Hua is impatient, so from now on, all matters in the Imperial Kitchen will be left to you.

You don't have to worry, I will tell Concubine Hua not to interfere, you can just manage it with confidence. Concubine Jing pursed her lips, Concubine Hua has been managing the harem for many years, and she is more experienced than me, I dare not have such thoughts.