readytorunbook Chapter 301: Not Over Yet
Chapter 301: Not Over Yet
The Queen knew that Zhen Huan and Shen Meizhuang had always had a very good relationship.
Since the Emperor wanted Jingpin and Shen Meizhuang to help Huafei, how could such a "good thing" not be known to Zhen Huan and others, who are his good sisters, at the first time?
Because of this, Jianqiu followed the Queen's order, brought some rewards, and went to Suiyuxuan in person.
At the same time, Jianqiu also told Zhen Huan the news.
"Speaking of which, this is really a happy event."
After Jianqiu finished speaking, she saw Zhen Huan's expression become visibly serious, so she smiled and said, "I still have to go back to serve the Queen, so I won't bother you any more!"
"Thank you, Aunt Jianqiu, for coming all the way here."
Zhen Huan took a deep breath, pretended nothing had happened, and personally sent Jianqiu away from Sui Yuxuan.
As soon as Jianqiu left, Zhen Huan finally didn't need to continue pretending, and her face suddenly became very sad.
"Sister Mei and Concubine Hua are enemies to the point of being at loggerheads. The Emperor suddenly ordered Sister Mei and Concubine Jing to help Concubine Hua deal with the affairs of the six palaces. This is clearly intended to put Sister Mei in the crossfire!"
As Zhen Huan walked back to the palace, she couldn't help muttering to herself.
"My lord! Please be careful with your words!"
Cui Jinxi was following nearby, so naturally she heard Zhen Huan's "mumbling to herself". She also quickly became nervous and reminded Zhen Huan to be careful as there might be eavesdroppers on the other side of the wall.
"I know……"
After hearing what Cui Jinxi said, Zhen Huan came to her senses and was shocked, and realized that she had said something wrong.
From an emotional point of view, what she said just now could be said to be out of concern for her good sister. However, from a legal point of view, if someone caught her words, they could easily interpret them as trying to guess the emperor's intentions and even expressing dissatisfaction with the emperor's edict.
It was precisely because of this that Cui Jinxi was worried that she hurriedly spoke out to stop it.
"Let's go in and talk first."
Zhen Huan brought Cui Jinxi to the inner hall and said worriedly, "The Queen asked Jianqiu to send these rewards. Rather than showing concern and comfort, I think it's more like she deliberately let me know..."
"There is indeed such a possibility."
Cui Jinxi nodded and said, "But, my young lady has just escaped from hardship. If she does this for the sake of Concubine Hui, I'm afraid both of us will be in danger!"
The reason why Zhen Huan was punished by the emperor before was because she stretched her hands too far, causing the emperor's dissatisfaction.
Now that Zhen Huan has finally been released from house arrest, if she were to argue with Yongzheng again on behalf of Shen Meiyu, she would probably be considered to have reverted to her old ways.
By that time, no one will be able to help!
"I know. I won't act rashly. I'm just worried..."
Zhen Huan first assured Cui Jinxi that she would not act rashly, and then said: "Jinxi, go see Sister Mei, and report back to me if there is any situation."
In Zhen Huan's opinion, even if the Queen deliberately asked Jianqiu to bring this news to her, as the person involved, the imperial edict must have reached Xianfu Palace earlier!
"Yes, this slave knows."
Cui Jinxi was relieved to see that Zhen Huan listened to her advice and did not go out in person, and then she said she understood.
……
Coincidentally, just when Zhen Huan was worried about Shen Meiyu, An Lingrong, who was in Yonghe Palace, also learned the news.
"My lady, I heard that the emperor has issued an imperial decree to let Concubine Jing and Concubine Hui help Concubine Hua to take care of the affairs of the six palaces!"
As soon as Fang Ruo got the news, she rushed back to Yonghe Palace, showing a speed far exceeding that of her peers.
"Is there such a thing?"
Hearing Fang Ruo say this, An Lingrong frowned slightly, and immediately felt that there was something unusual about this, so she asked, "Why do you want to help Concubine Hua take care of the six palaces?"
In her memory, Concubine Hua's passion for power was no less than that of the Queen.
What's more, the power to assist in managing the six palaces was originally a major "weapon" that Concubine Hua relied on to compete with the Queen.
For no reason, would Concubine Hua be willing to give up power?
"I heard that Concubine Hua was ill, so she took the initiative to go to the Yangxin Palace to ask the emperor for it."
Fang Ruo was quite good at getting information, and she also had several old sisters serving in the imperial court. She only needed to ask a few questions to get the general idea of the matter.
"I'm not feeling well, huh..."
Hearing this, An Lingrong couldn't hold it back and burst out laughing.
Concubine Hua was born in a family of military commanders and has always been strong and healthy. How could she be ill?
Even if he was really unwell, it was probably because the emperor had not been to Yiku Palace for a long time, which led to his homesickness!
"That's what I said, but who knows the details?"
When Fang Ruo saw An Lingrong laughing happily, she thought of the impression that Concubine Hua always gave people, and thought that this excuse was indeed a bit poor.
But regardless of whether Concubine Hua is really sick or not, as long as she thinks so and the emperor agrees, then no matter how ridiculous the reason is, everyone has to submit.
"Okay." An Lingrong didn't care about Huawei's mistaking a black cat for a white cat. She just thought for a moment and said, "In this case, I'm afraid Sister Wan will be busy again!"
Zhen Huan cares a lot about Shen Meizhuang, which can be seen from the previous "Liu Bin incident".
However, An Lingrong was not too worried.
Because Shen Meizhuang is indeed much more adept at housekeeping than them.
An Lingrong also had some speculation about this.
It is estimated that before Shen Meizhuang was selected to enter the palace, she had already received guidance from her family, which is why she has such ability.
What's more, Shen Meizhuang is not fighting alone, there is a Concubine Jing behind her!
"I thought so too. I was afraid that Lady Wan would do something again, so I wanted to tell you first. If something unexpected happens, at least you can be prepared."
An Lingrong thought Fang Ruo's words made sense and nodded.
Having said that, this is just a small matter. At most, the open and secret struggles with Concubine Hua will intensify.
But after the previous series of back and forth, the two sides are now on the verge of a final fall-out.
However, they were still too weak to confront Concubine Hua head-on, and Concubine Hua was afraid to do anything cruel to them while they were pregnant, so they were able to maintain an eerie peace.
From now on, perhaps the peace will be broken.
"This idea was probably specially contributed by a master."
After a moment's silence, An Lingrong felt that Hua Fei would definitely not be able to come up with such an idea herself, let alone take the initiative to make a suggestion.
Then, Concubine Hua must have been instigated by someone else to do this.
Looking at the other party's men, An Lingrong felt that except Cao Qinmo, no one could come up with such a "clever plan".
An Lingrong didn't take this matter to heart at first, but as soon as it got dark, Xiao Xiazi suddenly ran to Yonghe Palace in high spirits.
"My lady, great joy! The Emperor has turned over your card!"
Hearing this, An Lingrong's smile froze for a moment, then returned to normal, so quickly that no one noticed.
Well, it seems that things are far from over so easily!