novelkee Chapter 133 Noble Lady Fucha Intercepts the Emperor's Favor 133
Chapter 133 Noble Lady Fucha Intercepts the Emperor's Favor 133
Guarjia Wenyuan curled her lip in disdain:
"Consort Wan, look at how cowardly you are!"
We entered the harem through the imperial selection process, wasn't it all for the sake of winning the Emperor's favor?
If we don't compete, are we just going to sit here foolishly waiting for our youth and beauty to fade away?
Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqing felt somewhat embarrassed. She bit her lip and retorted:
"Your Highness Wen is mistaken. I am not a cowardly person."
I just feel that since we are in a lowly position and have little influence, we should be cautious and prudent.
Now, Consort Wan has not only regained the Emperor's favor, but she is also pregnant with his child.
The Emperor has recently shown great care and affection for Consort Wan.
At this moment, it would be unwise for us to openly compete with her for her favor.
Upon hearing this, Guarjia Wenyuan snorted coldly and said:
"Hmph! Is Consort Wan afraid of that Consort Wan if she speaks like that?"
In my opinion, Zhen Huan is not a threat at all!
She simply used her alluring and seductive face to seduce the emperor.
"I, this humble lady, believe my beauty is no less than that of Zhen Huan."
Lin Wanqing inwardly scoffed at how foolish and reckless this Guarjia woman was, but outwardly she maintained a smiling face.
"Consort Wen, please be careful with your words. Consort Wan is currently enjoying the Emperor's favor."
Why should we be so eager for quick success at this time?
In my opinion, it would be better to temporarily demonstrate our magnanimity and kindness before the Emperor.
Once the Emperor grows tired of Consort Wan, we'll seize the opportunity to vie for his favor.
Upon hearing this, Guarjia Wenyuan curled her lip in disdain and sneered:
"Consort Wan, Consort Wan, why are you always so timid and hesitant?"
No wonder you have never won the Emperor's favor.
I am not like you; I am not as timid and fearful as you.
Besides, shouldn't magnanimity and virtue be qualities that the Empress possesses?
We are merely concubines, what right do you have to talk about being virtuous and magnanimous?
Furthermore, our Empress herself is not a magnanimous person.
Seeing the atmosphere becoming increasingly tense, Wu Changzai quickly stepped forward to act as a peacemaker.
She gently and softly advised, "My two elder sisters, please don't get angry over such a small matter."
We are all sisters serving the Emperor, and should therefore prioritize harmonious relationships.
Guarjia Wenyuan glanced sideways at Wu Changzai and said sarcastically:
"You certainly know how to play the good guy! In this harem..."
If one does not try every means to win the emperor's favor,
I'm afraid I'll only ever be an insignificant, unknown servant in this lifetime.
Upon hearing this, Wu Changzai's face flashed with embarrassment, but she still smiled and said:
"What Consort Wen says is true, but the timing is not right now."
Seeing this, Lin Wanqing said softly:
"In my opinion, we might as well try a different strategy."
We can use the opportunity of visiting Consort Wan, who is pregnant, to naturally get closer to the Emperor.
In this way, we can not only demonstrate our magnanimity and understanding of the bigger picture,
At the same time, it is also possible to find a suitable opportunity.
Upon hearing this, Guarjia Wenyuan retorted sharply:
"Hmph! Why do we need to be so cautious?"
Thinking back to when Consort Shu, Consort Jing, and Consort Jin were pregnant...
However, she has never monopolized the Emperor's favor.
She would even voluntarily give up the opportunity to serve the emperor to other sisters.
Only Consort Wan insisted on being so pretentious, clinging to the Emperor and refusing to let go.
The most taboo thing in the imperial harem is jealousy.
Upon careful consideration, it's clear that Consort Wan is in the wrong no matter what!
Lin Wanqing nodded, agreeing with what Consort Wen said.
Indeed, Consort Shu and others all understood that they could not monopolize the Emperor, so why was it that Consort Wan could not do so?
She also felt that Consort Wan was being too pretentious.
Wu Changzai hesitated before speaking, "But Consort Wan is pregnant with the Emperor's child, so it is only right that Your Majesty spends more time with her."
Guarjia Wenyuan glared at her and said indignantly:
"Hmph! Precisely because she is already pregnant with the emperor's child, she should give us the opportunity to serve her in bed!"
She's already pregnant, but we still don't have a child.
In this harem, the emperor's favor was fleeting.
But our offspring are our future support!
Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqing was secretly surprised.
She never expected that Consort Wen, who didn't seem particularly intelligent on ordinary days,
Such insightful words.
Lin Wanqing clapped her hands gently and praised:
"What Consort Wen said makes perfect sense."
However, Consort Wan was deeply favored by the Emperor.
Getting her to give up the opportunity to serve the emperor will likely not be easy.
Upon hearing this, Guarjia Wenyuan immediately replied:
"If she won't give in, does that mean we can't try to win her over?"
"Isn't Consort Wan the most skilled at playing the zither?"
Lin Wanqing looked troubled and gently shook her head, saying:
"Although Consort Wen says my zither skills are passable..."
However, if one relies solely on this skill to win the emperor's favor, one will likely end up falling into a lowly category.
Moreover, if one is not careful and offends the Emperor, it would truly be a loss that outweighs the gain.
Guarjia Wenyuan, however, disagreed.
"Consort Wan is far too cowardly!"
If you want to attract the emperor's attention, why care about the means you use?
Furthermore, Consort Wan was able to regain the Emperor's favor...
"Isn't it precisely by playing the long flute that he attracted the emperor's attention?"
After listening, Lin Wanqing hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded slightly.
Guarjia Wenyuan turned her gaze to Wu Changzai and Liu Changzai.
He opened his mouth and asked:
"You two are both from the Han Banner Army, so you must each have your own talents?"
Upon hearing this, Consort Wu nervously pursed her lips before cautiously whispering:
"Your Highness... Your Highness is skilled in embroidery, so I probably won't need it."
Guarjia Wenyuan's eyes lit up instantly, and she said:
“You could very well embroider some exquisite items and then present them to the Emperor.”
"Who knows, the Emperor might just be attracted to you?"
Consort Liu whispered, "I only know how to sing a few little tunes."
However, performing before the Emperor would be considered improper, so I have never dared to attempt it.
Guarjia Wenyuan waved her hand dismissively and said nonchalantly:
"What's there to be afraid of! As long as we can win the Emperor's favor..."
What are these things? Just go for it!
It's better than being out of favor and dying in the palace.
Lin Wanqing: "Alright then, let's give it a try."
In the days that followed, the palace suddenly became lively.
Today, Consort Wan, dressed in an elegant and simple outfit, sat gracefully in the pavilion in the Imperial Garden.
With delicate hands, she lightly plucked the strings of the zither, and her singing voice echoed throughout the entire Imperial Garden.
Liu Changzai then went to Yimei Garden to admire the plum blossoms and sing songs. His melodious voice drifted on the wind.
Wu Changzai would meticulously sew a beautiful sachet every few days.
Or it could be a finely embroidered nightgown, which was sent by a messenger to the Hall of Mental Cultivation.
Guarjia Wenyuan was the most direct, often dressing up carefully to visit the Hall of Mental Cultivation.
The big orange cat really enjoyed being charmed and pampered.
Fucha Peiyun and Nian Shilan were pleased to see these women in the palace so actively vying for the emperor's favor.
As long as their behavior isn't too outrageous.
The two chose to turn a blind eye and not interfere too much.
Moreover, Fucha Peiyun even made a special trip to greet Su Peisheng.
Please ask him to do these women a favor when the time is right.
They tried to persuade the big fat orange to visit their palace more often.
Although Da Pang Ju cares about Zhen Huan, Zhen Huan is currently pregnant and cannot serve the emperor.
Big Fat Orange readily accepted the women's invitations and had them serve him in bed one after another.
As a result, he naturally visited Suiyuxuan much less often.
Zhen Huan is currently pregnant and has long since given up on the chubby orange.
She didn't care much about whether or not she was favored by the emperor; it was just that Consort Wen and others had stolen the emperor's favor from her.
They don't even take her seriously.
If any of these women become pregnant, the Emperor will inevitably be distracted, and his concern for the unborn child will certainly diminish.
But at the same time, Zhen Huan couldn't help but have some concerns deep down.
She worried that if the emperor paid too much attention to the child in her womb, he might notice something was wrong one day.
After all, the child she was carrying was not the emperor's flesh and blood.
Consort Wen and Consort Wan, among others, vied for the emperor's favor.
The Emperor was invited to Suiyu Pavilion less and less frequently.
Zhen Huan remained relatively calm, but Huan Bi couldn't contain her temper.
After hearing that the Emperor had stayed overnight at Consort Wen's place again today, Huanbi could no longer sit still.
Huanbi, supported by her personal maid, went to Zhen Huan's main hall.
As soon as Huanbi entered the main hall and sat down, she said anxiously:
"Elder sister, those vixens are getting more and more arrogant these days!"
Look at their arrogant and domineering attitude! They've even tried to steal your pet!
What should we do if this continues?
As she spoke, her brows furrowed and her hands unconsciously clenched into fists.
Zhen Huan put down the book in her hand and said calmly:
"Never mind, let them be."
If the Emperor's heart is no longer with me, even forcibly trying to keep him will be futile.
Upon hearing this, Huanbi couldn't help but touch her protruding belly, and said with concern:
"But elder sister, what if the Emperor never comes to Suiyu Pavilion again?"
What about the children in our wombs?
Will the Emperor forget them all?
At this point, her eyes were already red.
Seeing this, Zhen Huan frowned slightly and softly comforted her:
"Huanbi, do not panic."
The Emperor's grace is like flowing water; for us, the most important thing now is to give birth to the child in our womb safely.
For now, it's best for us to keep a low profile.
Huanbi tightly tore at the handkerchief in her hand, her brows furrowed, her face full of anxiety and resentment:
"How can you be so unhurried, elder sister!"
That Consort Wen is so arrogant, look at her haughty attitude...
She must be desperately hoping to conceive a son soon, so she can surpass you!
Upon hearing this, Zhen Huan merely smiled slightly and said calmly:
Does she think that as long as she gets pregnant with the emperor's child, she can rest easy?
The affairs of the harem are the most unpredictable. Since we entered the palace, we've been through so much; you should be more composed by now.
You forgot, this Consort Wen was born into the Manchu Banner Army.
If she were truly pregnant, the first person to be restless would be the Empress.
Consort Shu, who also came from the Manchu banner system, would probably not let this matter go unchecked.
At this point, Zhen Huan paused slightly.
After thinking for a moment, he continued, "Perhaps Consort Wen's pregnancy is not such a bad thing for us."
In this way, she can draw the attention of the Queen and other treacherous individuals to us.
That does give us a temporary respite.
However, after hearing Zhen Huan's words, Huanbi still felt indignant and resentful.
My worries only increased:
"Elder sister, even if what you say makes sense, what if Consort Wen is really that lucky and gets pregnant?"
But they're taking advantage of the Emperor's favor to deliberately target us sisters. What should we do?
Seeing Huanbi so worried, Zhen Huan couldn't help but sigh softly.
He reached out and patted the back of her hand to comfort her.
"Don't worry too much. Even if Consort Wen is pregnant, her foundation in the palace is still shallow."
Furthermore, her current arrogant behavior and lack of restraint will only create more and more enemies for her.
We just need to quietly stand by and watch, waiting for our opportunity.
Seeing Zhen Huan so timid and hesitant, hiding in the Suiyu Pavilion,
Guarjia Wenyuan, Lin Wanqing, and others became increasingly cunning in their quest for the emperor's favor.
They used every trick in the book, dressing up in their finest attire, trying every possible way to attract the emperor's attention.
Zhen Huan thought that it wouldn't be long before the palace would be filled with the good news that one of these women was pregnant.
However, to her utter surprise,
The news that finally reached her ears was that Consort Hui, Shen Meizhuang, was more than three months pregnant.
And thus, he was granted the title of Consort Hui!
This news brought Zhen Huan mixed feelings of joy and sorrow.
On the one hand, learning that her good friend Mei Jie was finally pregnant was undoubtedly a great joy;
On the other hand, since she regained favor,
Mei Jie, who was once her closest friend, has gradually become distant from her.
If it were in the past, Sister Mei would have rushed to Suiyuxuan to visit her immediately.
But to this day, more than a month has passed, and Sister Mei has still not stepped into the Broken Jade Pavilion.
Even if they happen to meet on the street, they only exchange a few words before parting ways in a hurry.
Then consider that Sister Mei is already more than three months pregnant.
The baby in her womb was even a month older than she was.
Presumably, Sister Mei also wanted to ensure that this pregnancy would be safe and sound.
That's why we've been waiting until now to reveal this news, right?
It seems that after so many ups and downs, Sister Mei is indeed much more cautious and careful in her actions than before.
After much deliberation, Zhen Huan decided to visit Sister Mei in person.
Along the way, Zhen Huan's feelings were somewhat complicated. She looked forward to seeing her sister Mei soon and rekindling their sisterly bond.
They also worried that the rift between them was already too deep to be erased.
They finally arrived at Xianfu Palace, where Zhen Huan and the others first respectfully paid their respects to Consort Jing.
Consort Jing was as kind and approachable as ever. After exchanging a few pleasantries with Zhen Huan,
They were then permitted to go to Cunjutang, where Shen Meizhuang was staying.
Upon hearing the palace maid announce Zhen Huan's arrival, Shen Meizhuang frowned slightly.
Seeing this, Caiyue whispered:
"Your Majesty, Consort Wan didn't come earlier or later, but of all times!"
In my humble opinion, she's trying to take advantage of you again.
"Should I go and tell her you are resting and ask her to come another day?"