"What are your names?" Two palace maids and two young eunuchs in the main hall of Ledao Hall were paying their respects to An Lingrong.

"My lady, my name is Xier. I am nineteen years old and I used to work in the production office." A palace maid who was about twenty years old spoke first. She had a solemn and serious expression on her face.

"My name is Zhou'er. I'm sixteen years old and used to work in the flower room." Another little palace maid also spoke, looking quite smart.

"My name is Xiao Chengzi, I am 21 years old this year, and I used to work in Chengqian Palace."

"My name is Xiao Shenzi. I am fifteen years old this year and I used to work in Chengqian Palace." The two young eunuchs also introduced themselves.

"Since you have followed me, I will not treat you badly in the future, but I hope you can all understand the word 'loyalty'.

In this harem, every step is full of risks, but you have to think carefully, every one of you in this palace, who is unfaithful, will have a good ending? If I find out who is betraying me, I will not let him off easily." An Lingrong put away the smile on her face and spoke in a cold tone.

"We, your servants, will never have any second thoughts and will serve you loyally!" After saying this, they kowtowed to An Lingrong.

"Juqing, give the reward." An Lingrong spoke, and Juqing distributed the reward money, and several people expressed their gratitude again.

An Lingrong knew that these words might not necessarily make these people loyal to her, but it was always right to speak out the ugly truth in advance. She was being harsh this time because she didn't want them to be negligent.

Afterwards, An Lingrong asked Juqing to go to the warehouse to find a pair of jade bracelets suitable for giving as gifts. Juqing personally delivered them to Fangruo to express his gratitude.

After moving into Yixingxuan, An Lingrong set up a banquet. At that time, she was considered to be in great favor and had a lot more money on hand, so she invited Noble Lady Fucha, Concubine Xin and Concubine Chun to have a drink together, as a way of celebrating the new house.

Half a month later, Yu agreed to lift the house arrest and met the emperor in the imperial garden. The song "Fragrant Plum Blossoms" from "The Peony Pavilion" made her regain the emperor's favor, and the Yangxin Palace once again welcomed the nightly singing.

Just after paying respects to the emperor in Jingren Palace that day, Songzhi delivered a message to Yanxi Palace.

"Chang Yi is in Wan'an. Our queen specially asked me to deliver the invitation. She said that now our queen is in charge of the affairs of the harem. Only when the harem is harmonious can the emperor deal with the affairs of the former dynasty with peace of mind.

The young lady had a misunderstanding with Yu Yingduo before, and this time she came to our queen, saying that she wanted to hold a banquet in the Imperial Garden to invite you and the young ladies from all the palaces to enjoy the spring scenery together, to clear up the misunderstanding, and to live in harmony in the future." Songzhi bowed lightly before speaking to An Lingrong.

"Thank you, Empress Hua Fei, for the invitation. Miss Songzhi, please make this trip. Since the Empress has asked for it, I will definitely be there on time." An Lingrong said calmly, and then looked at Songzhi and smiled indifferently. Songzhi had no choice but to kneel down and say goodbye.

At dinner, Noble Lady Fucha invited An Lingrong to dine with her. When she saw An Lingrong, she said:

"Yu must have hated you terribly because you were stripped of the title of Madam Miaoyin. Now that she has regained her favor and invited you to come, it is Sima Zhao's intention. Don't be fooled by her." As he said this, he pulled An Lingrong to sit down.

"If an enemy comes, we will fight him; if a flood comes, we will block it with earth. What is coming will eventually come. Don't worry about me, sister. The food here is much more exquisite than mine. Let's get started quickly." An Lingrong spoke, her eyes fixed on the delicious food on the table.

"How can I say hello to you? Are you stupid?" Noble Lady Fucha tapped An Lingrong's forehead.

"Since I already know that this matter is not good for me, I will be more careful. Don't worry, sister." An Lingrong patted Fu Cha Guiren's hand to comfort her, then handed the chopsticks to Fu Cha Guiren and said:

"She has already set up the stage. If I don't go, wouldn't it be a waste of her good intentions? I will be fine. Just wait and see, sister."

An Lingrong picked up a shrimp and put it into Noble Lady Fucha's bowl, then started eating it.

"Just tell me what you need me to do. I will help you within my ability." Noble Lady Fucha had no intention of eating at all. She looked at An Lingrong seriously.

"Sister, you don't have to do anything. Just attend the banquet beautifully."

After experiencing a lifetime, An Lingrong knew Concubine Hua's tricks too well. If she wanted to deal with the Queen, she would need to plan carefully.

Hua Fei has always played it straight. She would not even bother to frame someone. All she wants is to kill her opponent directly.

This kind of straight ball should also be hit back with a straight ball. Just look at the place where the banquet is held, facing the Imperial Lake, and you can tell what she is thinking at a glance.

At night, An Lingrong asked Juqing to arrange a meeting with Mixia.

It was early spring and the afternoons were still a bit chilly, so An Lingrong asked Juqing to bring an extra blue phoenix cloak. After getting dressed, she went to the Imperial Garden for a banquet with Noble Lady Fucha.

Spring is indeed a good season. The Imperial Garden is also covered with a layer of spring colors. Banquets are held by the water, and people enjoy the scenery and chat. It is a very lively scene.

It was almost noon when Concubine Hua arrived. Everyone bowed and took their seats, and the Spring Viewing Banquet began.

"Concubine Yi, do you like my arrangement?" Concubine Hua looked at An Lingrong, but the arrogance on her face never faded.

"What Her Majesty has arranged is naturally the best. I would like to offer a toast to Her Majesty and thank Her Majesty for her good intentions in fulfilling my promise."

An Lingrong raised her cup and drank it all. Concubine Hua's expression was unhappy for a moment, but soon changed into a look of contempt. She drank the wine in her hand and said:

"I can't say that I have good intentions. I assist the six palaces and have the responsibility to help the emperor calm down the harem. I promised that I knew I was wrong, so I asked me to help hold this banquet. I hope you can reconcile as before. Only when the harem is harmonious can the emperor feel at ease. Concubine Yi, what do you think?"

An Lingrong listened and bowed again: "Your Majesty cares about the Emperor's friendship, and we are far behind. Since Your Majesty has honored me, I will obey your arrangements in everything."

Hua Fei didn't say anything else and looked at Yu Da Ying. Yu Da Ying stood up, raised her glass and looked at An Lingrong: "I hope my sister can forgive me for being ignorant." After saying that, she raised her glass and drank it all.

"I promise, it would be too polite to say that. There has never been any harmony between you and me. These are just rumors spread by people outside. I promise you won't believe those slanders." An Lingrong said as she drank the glass of wine in her hand.

The banquet began with singing and dancing performances, which was quite lively. Not only that, Concubine Hua also invited a play and set up a small stage in the pavilion beside the Imperial Lake. After the banquet, all the concubines were invited by Concubine Hua to watch the play.

"Sister Yi, wait a minute. I have something else to say to you. I hope you will give me a chance." An Lingrong left last, and Yu Da Ying really stopped her.

"What's the matter, sister? Tell me quickly, the show over there is about to start!" An Lingrong turned around and smiled at Yu Da Ying.

"Sister, are you still blaming me?" Yu Da Ying suddenly stepped forward and grabbed An Lingrong's arm, with a fierce look in his eyes.

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