dtnovels Chapter 125 The Melon of Consort Fucha 6 125
Chapter 125 The Melon of Consort Fucha 6 125
After Guarjia Wenyang and Wu Yining left Consort Qi's main hall side by side...
The two walked towards the side hall.
As she walked, Wu Yining suddenly stopped and gently bit her lip.
A hint of hesitation flashed in his eyes, but he finally mustered the courage to speak:
"Sister Guarjia, we entered the palace in the same batch and are so fortunate to be able to live in the same palace."
In the future, we can support and look after each other in the palace.
Upon hearing this, Guarjia Wenyang turned his head slightly and glanced at Wu Yining casually.
A disdainful smile played on his lips as he said casually:
"Hmph, I am a noble lady, while you are just a lowly concubine."
If you can obediently follow my orders,
"Then, considering our shared residence in the same palace, I might spare you a little favor."
Seeing Guarjia Wenyang's arrogant and overbearing demeanor, Wu Yining couldn't help but feel annoyed.
But then she thought again, this Guarjia Wenyang not only had a much higher rank than her, but also a better family background.
Thinking of this, Wu Yining suppressed her dissatisfaction.
He forced a fawning smile and said:
"Sister, you are of noble status, so naturally I will obey your every command."
"If you, elder sister, would say the word, I would go through fire and water without hesitation."
Seeing Wu Yining so obedient and compliant, Guarjia Wenyang nodded in satisfaction and gave a soft hum, saying:
"Well, at least you know what's good for you."
Having said that, he ignored Wu Yining and strode forward with his head held high.
Wu Yining's personal maid, Zhishu, said indignantly, "This Consort Guarjia is going too far!"
She's just a noblewoman, and she only dares to put on airs in front of the young master.
Hearing her personal maid's complaint, Wu Yining glared at her and warned her in a low voice:
"This is the palace, where there are eyes and ears everywhere. You must not talk nonsense!"
If someone with ulterior motives overhears this and it gets back to them, we'll be in big trouble!
Moreover, those as simple as Consort Guarjia are the easiest to deal with.
At this point, Wu Yining paused slightly, then continued thoughtfully:
"However, people with simple minds like this Noble Guarjia are much easier to deal with."
However, in my humble opinion, this Noble Lady Guarjia seems to have a rather bad temper.
If you encounter her in the future, remember to be respectful and never provoke her.
Otherwise, if I really anger her, even if I wanted to save you, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to.
Upon hearing this, Zhishu trembled with fear and hurriedly nodded in response:
"Yes, yes, yes, what you say is absolutely right, Your Highness. This servant has remembered it all."
"We will act with utmost care, so please rest assured, Your Highness."
After returning to his residence, Guargia Wenyang
He immediately ordered his personal maid, Jinglan, to go to various places to gather information and bring it back.
Of course, given their current positions and network of connections,
Such probing is unlikely to yield any important information.
But it also allowed her to learn more about the situation in the palace.
Since they were newcomers and unfamiliar with the place, it would be helpful for them to learn more about the various palace mistresses.
They should be more careful.
Of course, Guarjia Wenyang was not the only one who did this; newcomers to the palace all wanted to learn more about the situation inside.
Three days later, the concubines in each palace got up early to prepare to go to Jingren Palace to pay their respects to the Empress.
This was also the first time that Guarjia Wenyang and the other newcomers appeared in front of everyone in the harem.
Fucha Peiyun also got up early and carefully washed and dressed herself.
Looking at his well-behaved and adorable son Hongchang beside him,
She smiled and coaxed, "Chang'er, be good. Today, Mother is going to Jingren Palace to pay her respects to the Empress."
"How about Mommy lets Little Tiger and Sister Lanyi play with you?"
Little Hongchang blinked his big eyes, "Mother, together!"
Fucha Peiyun shook her head. "No, the Empress is not a good person."
"I'll take you there so the Empress will notice you. Your mother is afraid she might do something rash and hurt you."
Fucha Peiyun patiently comforted him for a few more minutes before Xiao Hongchang reluctantly nodded.
Fucha Peiyun then turned around with relief and, with the help of Ye'er and the others, put on the newly made qipao.
Wearing a five-tailed phoenix hairpin on her headdress, which was a privilege reserved for imperial concubines.
Just in time, we boarded the sedan chair and set off for Jingren Palace.
As soon as Fucha Peiyun arrived at the entrance of Jingren Palace in her sedan chair, she saw other concubines arriving one after another.
Fucha Peiyun immediately noticed that Consort Jing, Feng Ruozhao, was dressed in the same elaborate attire.
"Sister, how have you been these past few days? How is Princess Shujia?"
Feng Ruozhao bowed to Fucha Peiyun, and the two held hands.
"Thank you for your concern, sister. I'm doing well, and Shujia is eating and sleeping well too."
Fucha Peiyun smiled and said, "That's good, this baby..."
"You need to eat well and sleep soundly to grow fast and stay healthy."
At this moment, Consort Jin, Cao Qinmo, said, "What Consort Shu says is true. My concubine Wen Yan is healthier than Wen Yi."
This has saved me a lot of trouble.
Consort Xin, Lü Yingfeng, said, "Who says otherwise? My Shujing is just like her elder sister Shujia and Wenyan."
She eats milk and then sleeps, and wakes up and then eats again; she doesn't fuss at all.
Fucha Peiyun smiled after hearing this:
"That's wonderful! Wait a while longer, until they're a bit older..."
The older sisters could then bring their children to Yanxi Palace for a stroll.
Let's get together and have some fun!
Fucha Peiyun looked at the newcomers at the end of the line.
The person sitting at the very front, wearing a pale yellow cheongsam, should be the infamous one who filed a formal complaint.
The truly beautiful Gua Liu Gua Er Jia Wen Yang
Guarjia Wenyuan and the others stopped their idle chatter upon seeing Fucha Peiyun and Consort Jing.
He quickly got up and walked forward.
Guarjia Wenyuan, who was walking at the front, slightly curtsied and said softly:
"Noble Lady Guarjia greets the Imperial Concubine Shu. May the Imperial Concubine enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Immediately afterwards, a woman dressed in a light blue qipao followed suit and bowed, saying:
"Noble Lady Borjigit greets the Imperial Concubine Shu. May the Imperial Concubine enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Lin Wanqing, dressed in a pink cheongsam, gracefully bent her knees:
"Noble Lady Lin greets the Imperial Concubine Shu. May the Imperial Concubine enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Then, a woman dressed in a light green cheongsam, Wu Yining, stepped forward and respectfully said:
"I have often seen Consort Shu at the Wu Palace. May Consort Shu enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Finally, it was Liu Yunxue.
"I have long greeted Consort Shu at Lady Liu's residence. May Consort Shu enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Five beautiful women, each with their own unique charm, curtsied to Fucha Peiyun.
A true visual feast
Fucha Peiyun slightly raised her eyes and glanced at everyone, her gaze lingering on Guarjia Wenyuan for a moment longer.
He chuckled and said, "Get up, all of you." The women thanked him and rose.
Fucha Peiyun slowly opened her mouth:
"Today I met all of you sisters for the first time, and you are all beautiful and clever."
There are many rules in this palace; you are new here, so you must learn them carefully.
Guarjia Wenyuan took the lead in replying, "Your Majesty's teachings will be firmly remembered by all of us concubines."
At this moment, Nian Shilan arrived, and everyone hurriedly bowed to her.
"Greetings to the Imperial Noble Consort Hua."
Nian Shilan glanced indifferently at the newlyweds and sat down at the head of Fucha Peiyun's table.
"Get up."
The Empress only emerged from behind the screen after seeing Nian Shilan appear.
The Empress emerged from behind the screen, and everyone bowed and greeted her.
The Empress looked with satisfaction at Guarjia Wenyuan's beautiful face.
With such beauty, it was inevitable that she would be favored; if she could also be obedient, the Empress would be even more pleased.
The Empress then looked at the other women besides Borjigit; some were gentle, some were elegant, and some were proud and charming.
The Empress found familiarity with all three men; if she could bring them to her aid...
With more pieces in her hand, she was confident she could suppress the arrogance of Nian Shilan and Consort Shu.
The Empress sat down, a kind smile on her face.
"My sisters, you've all arrived so early today. Are you getting used to life in the palace?"
Guarjia Wenyuan and the others hurriedly curtsied and bowed their heads, saying, "Thank you for the Empress's concern, everything is fine."
The Empress looked at Nian Shilan and said, "Sister, you did a good job organizing this talent selection."
So many new sisters have been chosen for the Emperor.
Now that we've met all of you new sisters today, we'll have more companions from now on.
With so many new sisters in the palace, it's suddenly become lively again.
Nian Shilan smiled faintly, but with a hint of mockery.
"Your Majesty is too kind. This selection of concubines was conducted in accordance with the rules set by our ancestors. How could I dare to claim credit for it?"
But Your Majesty, how have you been taking care of your health these days?
The affairs of the inner palace are numerous and trivial, and I am busy all day long, feeling quite exhausted.
I wonder when this burden on my shoulders will be lifted.
The Empress's smile froze; she had long since recovered.
Her so-called health maintenance was nothing more than the Emperor no longer trusting her.
The emperor no longer wanted her to interfere in palace affairs, so he kept her recuperating.
The Queen longed to tell everyone that she had fully recovered.
Taking this opportunity, she demanded that Nian Shilan return the power of the palace to her.
However, she knew very well that the final decision on this matter rested with the Emperor.
Regardless of her condition, as long as the emperor does not want her to take power, everything is in vain.
After a brief moment of embarrassment, the Queen quickly regained her composure.
She smiled faintly:
"Thank you for your concern, sister. Although my health is better than before, I am still feeling a little unwell."
The new concubines have just entered the palace, and there are many complicated matters to attend to. I'm afraid we'll have to trouble them with their care and efforts.
Nian Shilan's lips curled slightly upward, and she responded with a half-smile:
"Since Her Majesty the Empress has not fully recovered, then I, your younger sister, will have to endure this hardship for a while longer."
We only hope that Her Majesty the Empress will recover soon!
After saying this, he gave the Empress a meaningful look.
The Empress's face instantly stiffened, and she forced a smile as she said:
"Then I'll have to trouble you, sister. I thank you in advance for your kindness."
"Thank you for your kind words, sister. I also hope to recover my health as soon as possible."
Fucha Peiyun picked up her teacup, and after smelling that there was nothing strange in the tea, she took a sip.
At this moment, Jianghu Hai seized the opportunity and raised his voice.
"All the ladies-in-waiting bow to Her Majesty the Empress!"
Upon hearing this, Guarjia Wenyuan and the others, who had been huddled to the side watching the show,
He quickly suppressed his curious and amused gaze, instantly becoming dignified and serious.
One by one, they quickly adjusted their posture and stood up straight.
Immediately afterwards, they all lifted the hems of their cheongsams in unison and knelt down to pay their respects.
After the ceremony was over, the group said in unison:
May Your Majesty the Empress enjoy boundless blessings and peace!
The Empress nodded slightly, a kind smile appearing on her face, and said:
"Get up, everyone."
Having received the Queen's permission, everyone quickly expressed their gratitude:
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
The Empress then spoke again, saying, "Let's meet the concubines again."
Seeing this, Jiang Fuhai, who was standing nearby, quickly shouted:
"All the ladies pay their respects to the Imperial Noble Consort Hua."
As soon as they finished speaking, the group turned to the direction where Nian Shilan was sitting and respectfully bowed:
May Your Highness the Imperial Noble Consort Hua enjoy boundless blessings and peace.
Nian Shilan merely glanced at the group of people indifferently, then spoke slowly and deliberately:
"Now that Her Majesty the Empress is unwell, all the affairs of the palace, big and small, will be temporarily handled by me."
I have always admired those who abide by the rules. If any of you dare to be jealous and quarrelsome all day long...
They come to me to complain and whine over the most trivial things.
Don't blame me for being ruthless then!
That single, subtle glance exerted considerable pressure on the newcomers, including Guarjia Wenyuan.
The five women immediately bowed their heads and said in unison, "We, your humble servants, will certainly abide by the palace rules."
Nian Shilan said, "Get up."
Upon seeing this, Jiang Fuhai raised his voice again.
"All the ladies pay their respects to Consort Shu."
Guarjia Wenyuan and others hurriedly bowed to Fucha Peiyun.
May Your Highness the Noble Consort enjoy boundless blessings and peace.
Fucha Peiyun smiled and nodded, saying softly:
"Sisters, as you enter the palace for the first time, I know you must have many anxieties in your hearts."
Don't think that Consort Hua is strict; it's all for your own good.
As long as you can behave yourselves, be careful with your words and actions, and abide by your duties as concubines,
So whether it's Consort Hua or I, the Empress
We will do everything in our power to protect you and not let anyone easily bully you.
After speaking, Fucha Peiyun gave everyone an encouraging look and said softly:
"Alright, get up, everyone."
Upon hearing this, Guarjia Wenyuan and the other young ladies-in-waiting hurriedly expressed their gratitude, saying in unison:
"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. We will remember it forever."
The Empress was very displeased with Nian Shilan and Fucha Peiyun's overstepping of their bounds.
But there was nothing wrong with what they said, so she could only endure it.
Jiang Fuhai quickly raised his voice.
"All the ladies pay their respects to the Noble Consort Jing."
Guarjia Wenyuan and others then hurriedly paid their respects to Feng Ruozhao.
Feng Ruozhao said gently, "Sisters, there's no need to be so formal."
"We both serve the Emperor in the palace, so we should naturally get along harmoniously."
The newlyweds should claim yes.
After the newlyweds have met all the concubines
The Empress coughed lightly, and everyone's attention returned to her.
"The green nameplates for all the ladies have been prepared. The Emperor will begin selecting your names tonight."
This palace hopes
May my sisters serve the Emperor wholeheartedly in the future.
They adhered to their duties, ensuring the continuation of the royal line and the flourishing of their descendants.
If any of the younger sisters performs exceptionally well, when the time is right...
I will certainly put in a good word for them before the Emperor, helping my sisters to be promoted in rank.
The Empress's words were naturally tempting, but everyone was well aware of her current status.
Although the Empress is still the Empress, her words carry far less weight than those of Consort Hua and Consort Shu.
After all, the empress has no sons or power, and her family is not very supportive.
However, no one would be foolish enough to say these things aloud.
Guarjia Wenyuan and the others hurriedly said, "We, your humble servants, thank the Empress for her grace."