An Lingrong after rebirth

"She gestured to Yixiu to hand the letter back to her, and then said: Wanpin, how has Longyue been these days? Zhen Huan didn't expect the emperor to suddenly call on her."

"After a brief hesitation, he immediately replied: Your Majesty, rest assured, Longyue has wet nurses to take care of her, everything is fine."

"Where is Wen Yi? Your Majesty, since coming to the garden this time, this girl Wen Yi has been much more lively than in previous years. She asks the maids to take her around the garden every day."

"I hardly see her even during the day! This girl looks a lot like Prince Hongzhao, isn't she? When I was in the palace, I often took Wen Yi to the Yanx Palace."

"Sixth Prince is lively, and with Wen Yi and Wen Rong, he is much more lively than before."

"Xiao Liu has been taught very well by Concubine Shu. You have been sitting for a long time today. Go back first. I will go to see the children later."

"Jing Fei and the other two were stunned. Asking them to leave was as sudden as asking them to have two children. But since the emperor had already spoken, there was no reason for them to refuse."

"They stood up, bowed, and left. In a blink of an eye, only the emperor and his wife were left in the palace. Yixiu felt that the emperor must have something to say."

"But when I saw that the other party looked calm and not angry at all, I felt a little relieved. I thought about it and asked: Your Majesty... is there anything you want to tell me?"

The emperor shook his head after hearing this. The queen hasn’t finished speaking yet?

Yixiu was startled, then reacted immediately. She did not speak immediately, but poured the emperor a cup of tea before saying, "Your Majesty, it is indeed a great achievement for Concubine Shu to give birth to the Sixth Prince, but after all, Concubine Shu's background is a little..."

"Of course, I don't necessarily want to stop Your Majesty from being promoted to the position of Concubine Shu, but if I issue an order right now, it will inevitably lead to discussions among the censors outside."

"I think it would be better to wait until she gives birth to the dragon fetus safely. Then I can give her the title of concubine. It will be legitimate and others won't be able to say anything."

"There was no scheming in Yixiu's voice, and it sounded like she was caring for the emperor in front of her. Although the emperor didn't have any feelings for Yixiu, he seemed to respect the Empress."

"I will also carefully consider what Yixiu said! But now regarding An Lingrong, there is the Empress Dowager's letter first, and the Emperor was about to make her a concubine, but Yixiu interrupted her. Naturally, I feel a little dissatisfied."

"But I won't say this. The emperor took a sip of the teacup and said, 'What the queen said makes sense, but you have also seen what the queen mother said in the letter.'"

"If I don't make her a concubine for the time being, how will I explain this to the Queen Mother?"

"Your Majesty, the Queen Mother is kind and has always hoped that Your Majesty would have many children. Concubine Shu has the Sixth Prince, so it is normal for the Queen Mother to show more concern for you."

"Yi Xiu's eyes turned slightly, and then said, "How about the emperor first issue an order to let Shupin enjoy the status of a concubine, and then promote her to a concubine after she gives birth to a child, what do you think?"

"After all, Shupin, Wanpin, and Xianpin entered the palace together. The three of them belonged to the Khan's Army Banner. Their family backgrounds are much higher than Shupin's, and they all have children. Wanpin and the others are still concubines. If only Shupin was promoted, I would be worried..."

"It was a long speech, but all the emphasis was put on the last sentence. Yixiu and the emperor have been married for many years and they really know each other too well."

"As long as Wanpin is mentioned, Shupin's position will definitely not be promoted today. As expected, when Yixiu said this, the emperor's frown began to relax without him knowing when."

"The Queen has thought it through. Well, let's do as you say, Su Peisheng."

"Your Majesty," Yixiu said before Su Peisheng entered the room; "Is there anything else for the Queen?" Although there were not many people in the palace now.

"But there are a lot of things to do. Shupin is pregnant now. If she still helps to manage the affairs of the six palaces, will it be tiring for Shupin?"

"The Queen spoke again; Su Peisheng had already bowed and stood in front of the two people. Seeing that they were still talking, Su Peisheng silently took two steps back and did not speak."

"The emperor said softly, the queen's words make sense, but now in the palace besides Shupin, there are only Xianpin and Qipin, and neither of them has ever assisted in palace affairs, so this is a tricky situation."

"Your Majesty, I feel that the royal heir is the most important thing. It would be better to let Concubine Xin or Concubine Jing return to the palace first. This way, Concubine Shu won't have to worry about palace affairs"!

"No, since you're already here, there's no reason to go back suddenly. If it gets out, it might cause some gossip."

"Seeing the emperor shaking his head, Yixiu smiled slightly, "It's my fault for not thinking it through. If that's the case, then we can only let Concubine Xian or Concubine Qi learn to take care of the affairs of the six palaces."

"But the emperor also said that neither of them has ever managed palace affairs. Is that inappropriate?"

The emperor frowned and thought for a moment, then finally shook his head, "Qi Concubine is naturally not suitable. Xian Concubine is from the Shen family, so she has her own plans. Why not let her take care of her first?"

"Your Majesty, Concubine Xian has the Seventh Prince, and this is her first time, will it be...~It's okay."

"Yi Qu was interrupted by the Emperor before he could finish. The Emperor raised his hand and said, "Xianpin was raised in the capital. If she were not a girl, it would not be an exaggeration to say that she is well-read."

"You can also call her smart. The Seventh Prince has spent most of his time in the Yanxi Palace since he was born. Now he doesn't go to the palace much and has less things to do. You can let Xianpin practice and get familiar with the work. She can also help you with some responsibilities in the future."

"Seeing the emperor's words, Ding Yixiu frowned and nodded. Your Majesty is thoughtful and I can't compare with you. In this case, let's do as your Majesty says."

"Yes! Su Peisheng, Your Majesty, I am here."

"Return to the palace with an order. Shupin has contributed greatly to the birth of the dragon fetus. From now on, she will enjoy the status of a concubine. Considering Shupin's hard work during her pregnancy, the affairs of the six palaces will be temporarily handed over to Xianpin."

Yes, I obey your command!

Su Peisheng turned around and replied, then left. But a moment later he turned around and came back in, "Your Majesty, Lord Zhang Tingyu wants to see you for something, and he is waiting in the Yinqin Palace."

The emperor stood up and said, "Queen, please take a rest. I will return to the Qinzheng Palace first."

"Yes, I will see the emperor off respectfully. Yixiu stood up and knelt to pay her respects. When the emperor left and stood up again, her face was full of amusement."

"Jianqiu stepped forward and helped Yixiu sit down, and asked with a puzzled look on her face; Your Majesty, the Emperor does not intend to let anyone return to the palace. There is still the Queen Mother. Why did he hand over the power of the palace to Concubine Xian so easily? This servant really does not understand."

"Do you think that if Xianpin and Shupin become good friends and are given palace power, it will inevitably make them both more powerful? I am stupid and can't think of anything else. Please enlighten me, Your Majesty!"

"How many people in this world don't think about themselves? They both have children. It's too early to say this now, but who can guarantee that they won't turn against each other one day in the future?"

"Yi Xiu sneered and continued; Now that the power of the palace has been taken away from Shupin and given to Xianpin, I just don't believe that Shupin will really not have any dissatisfaction in her heart? They both have children and need power, hehe..."

"Even if I don't have any other thoughts now, one day in the future, maybe this matter will make Shupin think of it. Isn't it true that people's hearts change quietly amidst a series of dissatisfactions and injustices?"

Yixiu's words made Jianqiu's eyes light up, "When the day comes when we fall out, Concubine Shu will only think that it was Concubine Xian De who did it on purpose."

"Thinking about it carefully, I can only conclude that Concubine Xian had already betrayed me, and she will be even more ruthless than others!"

When these things happen, just keep them in your heart and don't tell others!

"Yes, Madam, I have something else to tell you. The Emperor was here just now, so I couldn't report it in time. Yixiu raised her eyes. What's the matter?"

"Your Majesty, the Fourth Prince is here again today. Jianqiu's words made Yixiu's eyes flash with anger, but she didn't show it on her face."

"This child is indeed filial, but this filial piety is used in the wrong place. The handkerchief can't get any benefit? Madam, please forgive me for saying this, but the Fourth Prince may be an option!"

"After hearing this, Yixiu turned around and looked at Jianqiu. Do you want me to raise the Fourth Prince?"

"My lady, the Third Prince has Concubine Qi with him, so he will never agree with you. The Fourth Prince has no mother, and I heard that he gets up early to study in the courtyard all day long, which is much better than the Third Prince."

"Jianqiu's words made Yixiu sneer, her eyes turned cold, no matter what the Third Prince is, he is still the master, it's not your place to say this!"

"Jianqiu looked a little flustered and knelt down hurriedly. I said something wrong, please forgive me, Your Majesty!"

"Forget it. Be more cautious in the future. What you said is right. Ever since Concubine Ding was poisoned, Concubine Qi has become more difficult to control. Although the Third Prince is older, he does have some of Concubine Qi's stupidity. He is really not fit for important tasks."

Madam, if that is the case, then the Fourth Prince...

"Not appropriate," Yixiu thought for a long time and finally shook her head. If it were just the two of them, I wouldn't suggest giving him some grace."

"But the Fourth Prince is not favored by the Emperor. Now there are the Sixth Prince and the Seventh Prince in the palace, and Concubine Shu is pregnant again. How can he, a prince who has been away from home all year round, get all the benefits in the palace?"

"The Emperor doesn't like him, and I can't change that no matter what I do. He can't turn things around. Your Majesty has thought it through. The next time the Fourth Prince comes, I will come back and get him."

"Just go back, don't get involved in these things for no reason. Yes, Huichun just said that Wanpin happened to leave our place when Si Ade was going back today."

"Yixiu looked a little confused. Wanpin? Are there any abnormalities with them? Madam, Huichun said that the Fourth Prince asked the servants around him to leave and talked to Wanpin for a long time. When he finally left, the Fourth Prince's expression was not the same as before. He looked unpredictable..."

Jianqiu's words made Yixiu feel a little alert.

"Compared to Concubine Hua, Concubine Wan is the one Yixiu fears the most. Even though she is of ordinary origin, she has that face, which makes Yixiu feel even more uncomfortable."

"Wanpin is smart. The Fourth Prince is frustrated. With her intelligence, she will surely be able to appease him. However, such appeasement is really up to her. Let someone report this matter to the Emperor."

"I want to see what it will be like when the person whom the emperor regards as his eyeball meets the object of my life..."

"Yi Xiu's words made Jian Qiu's eyes light up slightly. He was the most loyal person in the world to the Queen, and he didn't know how Yi Qu had experienced those things."

Naturally, she couldn't bear to see Zhen Huan, who looked so much like Tong Rouxuan, being favored by the emperor and getting into crises frequently.