Chapter 130 She Would Never Go Against Money
Chapter 130 She Would Never Go Against Money
His expression suddenly changed, and he walked up to the queen with big strides: "Mother, when did I ever say I wanted to divorce my wife? As long as Pei Yan is here, I will never take a concubine or a concubine, and I will never have two hearts!"
His tone was firm, and there was deep stubbornness in his dark eyes.
The Queen looked at him with a look of disappointment: "Don't think that I don't know. You and her had a quarrel again these few days. In the beginning, I didn't agree with your marriage..."
"enough!"
Jiang Hong interrupted her, a look of deep impatience on his face. He flicked his sleeves, and walked away with a sullen face without looking back.
The Queen was so angry that she gasped violently. Mei'er immediately supported her and said, "Calm down, Queen. This matter cannot be rushed. The Crown Princess is making such a fuss. Sooner or later, His Royal Highness will get annoyed with the Crown Prince. By then, even if you don't match them up, His Royal Highness will find another beauty."
Lin Shuning looked at the plain-looking palace maid in surprise. The maid seemed to be about the same age as her, but she was already a smart person.
She spoke at the right time: "Yes, Queen, since His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is unwilling, we cannot force him. I will just let this matter go."
Her refusal was not very tactful, but she knew that the queen would not dare to force her unless she agreed.
As the legitimate daughter of a first-rank official, she was given the title of concubine by the prince, which was already a great injustice. Not to mention that the principal wife was the daughter of a third-rank official. This was simply trampling on the face of the Shangshu Mansion. Once it was spread out, both the Shangshu Mansion and the royal family would surely be ridiculed by the world.
What's more, now is the critical period for the prince to compete for the throne. The queen will definitely not bring the matter of marrying a concubine for the prince to the emperor's attention at this critical juncture.
The queen took a deep breath and waved her hand: "Forget it, forget it."
Seeing that she looked unhappy, Lin Shuning said, "The Queen is not feeling well today, so I will not disturb you to rest. I will visit you another day. I am leaving now."
After saying that, he bowed with Lian'er and walked out.
After all, this is the palace, so we still have to observe etiquette and maintain our dignity, otherwise someone might use this as an excuse to hold us back.
After retreating to the door and breathing in the fresh air, Lin Shuning finally relaxed: "Let's go back."
She really didn't want to stay in such a damn place as the harem for even a moment longer.
It's a pity that God didn't want it.
As soon as she and Lian'er came out of the Queen's bedroom garden, they saw a sedan chair carrying a concubine slowly driving in front of her. The person sitting on it was Concubine An, who had been demoted.
A look of surprise flashed across Lin Shuning's eyes.
Even though Concubine An had done such a heinous thing, she was still allowed to ride in a sedan chair and her clothes were still as noble as usual, as if this turmoil had no real impact on her except that she was demoted in nominal rank.
The background is really too hard.
She bowed slightly and said without any emotion, "Your humble servant greets Madam An."
"Get up," Anpin smiled, "You came at the right time today. I have something to ask you. Would you like to come to my bedroom and sit down?"
The lazy tone seemed to be an invitation, but in fact the tone was completely commanding.
"No need," Lin Shuning refused subconsciously, "If Concubine An has anything to say, just say it here."
This Concubine An is extremely bold and will do anything to achieve her goals. Such a cruel and scheming person must be stayed away from.
Concubine An glanced at Yunque beside her. Yunque stepped forward and whispered a few words in Lin Shuning's ear, roughly meaning that Concubine An had some private illness and wanted her to take a look.
Concubine An gently stroked her charming face and sighed, "Miss Lin, don't think too much. If there weren't so few women in the Imperial Hospital of this palace, I wouldn't have bothered you. But don't worry, after the consultation, I will give you a generous consultation fee."
She deliberately emphasized the word "rich".
When Lin Shuning heard this, she immediately agreed: "It is a blessing for me to be able to treat Concubine An."
She would never go against money.
Concubine An smiled with satisfaction, she waved her hand, and the ceremonial procession started moving.
The sedan chair was not moving very fast, so Lin Shuning and Lian'er could easily keep up. After about two incense sticks of time, the sedan chair in front stopped at the door of a palace. Three big words were written on it: Luanxiang Palace.
"Come in." Concubine An got down from the sedan chair and glanced at Lin Shuning. There was a flash of resentment in her eyes.
If it weren't for her, how could she have been stripped of her title and become relegated to a rank lower than that bitch Concubine Xi.
Although her food, clothing and other expenses were the same as before, she still felt uncomfortable.
But on second thought, Lin Shuning is different from ordinary noble ladies. She comes from a distinguished family, has a stunning appearance, extraordinary medical skills, and is smart and quick-witted. No matter from which aspect, she is an indispensable good seedling.
If it could be used by them, wouldn't it be of great benefit?
Thinking of this, the resentment in Concubine An's eyes disappeared. She forced out a kind smile and looked at Lin Shuning with burning eyes: "The hairpin that Third Miss is wearing today is really unique. If I remember correctly, this should be a reward from the Emperor, right?
This hairpin was presented as a tribute by a skilled craftsman from Xiliang. I begged the emperor for a long time, but he refused to give it to me. I never expected that it would appear on your head today."
"is it?"
Lin Shuning reached out and touched the hairpin, and smiled politely: "It is indeed exquisite and unique. If Madam An likes it, you can take it."
How could Concubine An not hear such polite words? She immediately pressed down Lin Shuning's hand and said, "This is a gift from the Emperor. How can I take away someone else's love?"
Lin Shuning sneered. She had no intention of giving it at all.
The two of them exchanged a few more polite words and then walked towards the inner hall one after the other.
Lin Shuning looked around. Although the Luanxiang Palace had a nice name, there were very few plants in the garden. In addition, it was already autumn, and the leaves of the few trees were almost all gone, making the place look even more desolate.
But she soon realized that she was wrong.
As the heavy door curtain was opened, an indescribable fragrance immediately hit Lin Shuning in the face from the extremely magnificent inner hall. He was so irritated that he could not open his eyes and sneezed several times in a row.
Lian'er also wrinkled her nose, obviously choking from the smoke, but Concubine An and the serving palace maids seemed to be fine.
Lin Shuning rubbed her nose and tried to make herself feel better. She looked at Concubine An who was sitting on the couch and asked, "What's wrong with Concubine An? I will treat you now."
She really wanted to finish the treatment as quickly as possible so that she could leave here quickly. If she stayed here any longer, she would probably faint from the suffocation in less than a quarter of an hour.
Concubine An looked shy and stretched out her slender jade fingers to take off her clothes.
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