novelkee Chapter 72 Consort Fucha expresses her gratitude.
Chapter 72 Consort Fucha expresses her gratitude.
Fucha Peiyun lowered her head and said, "Your Majesty, I do not deserve such praise."
The big, chubby orange cat clinked its tongue.
Consort Shu, being from the Fucha family, was much more magnanimous in her dealings with others than the Empress.
In the past, if he wanted to be promoted to the rank of a concubine in the harem, the Empress would definitely object.
Big Fat Orange hadn't paid attention to these things before, plus he didn't have much money.
He was rather stingy with the ranks in the harem, but he could be more generous with the concubines.
My daughter can't be wronged.
Fucha Peiyun said, "Your Majesty, it is already late. I am not feeling well and I am afraid of offending you."
Why don't you go and rest with one of your sisters?
Upon hearing this, the chubby orange frowned slightly, but didn't press the matter.
"In that case, I will visit my beloved consort another day." With that, he left with Su Peisheng.
Honestly, the big orange cat feels like it was used and then thrown away.
After thinking about it, I realized it was impossible.
Su Peisheng then cautiously asked, "Your Majesty, where do we go next?"
Su Peisheng naturally understood his master's intentions when he heard his master mention Consort Jing and the others.
I was thinking that the Emperor must visit Consort Jing, Consort Xin, or Noble Lady Cao.
The chubby orange cat said, "Old man, how could you not know that we're going to Xianfu Palace?"
Su Peisheng chuckled. This Xianfu Palace was none other than Consort Jing's residence.
"Alright, let's prepare to go to Xianfu Palace."
Before long, the chubby orange arrived at Xianfu Palace.
Upon hearing that the Emperor had arrived, Consort Jing hurriedly dressed in her finest attire to greet him.
"May Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings and peace." Consort Jing bowed gracefully.
Big Fat Orange helped her up and led her into the hall.
Consort Jing ordered someone to bring out the carefully prepared snacks.
"Your Majesty, weren't you going to Consort Shu's place tonight? Why are you here at my palace?"
Consort Jing knew perfectly well that it was Consort Shu who had spoken well of her, which was why the Emperor had come to her palace.
Consort Shu has shown such great kindness that Consort Jing truly doesn't know how to express her gratitude.
This also proves that her choice of Consort Shu was the right one.
She was on good terms with Consort Hui and Consort Wan, but they never thought of her.
Although Consort Shu did this to win her over, actions speak louder than words, and when it comes to intentions, no one in the world is perfect.
Consort Shu was Feng Ruozhao's benefactor, and she should remember her. In the future, she should also do her part for Consort Shu.
"My beloved concubine, do you not know?"
Consort Jing: "How could I have known?"
"It was Consort Shu who suggested that I come to see you tonight," said the chubby orange.
Of course, I also miss my beloved concubine very much.
Consort Jing knew that the Emperor had become suspicious of her and Consort Shu, and she could not let the Emperor see through her.
"Your Majesty, Consort Shu is usually quite arrogant, yet she is so considerate and thoughtful."
Your Majesty and I only chatted briefly today, and she mentioned how she had been missing His Majesty lately.
I also greatly envy Consort Shu for having such a fine child as the Sixth Prince.
My younger sister kept it in mind; she truly has the heart of a Bodhisattva.
Your Majesty, I have heard that Consort Shu now offers daily offerings of the hairpin of the Two Immortals of Harmony bestowed upon her by the Empress Dowager.
"I truly admire your prayers for the continuation of the harem's line of children."
Consort Jing smiled radiantly, her eyes filled with sincerity.
Upon hearing Consort Jing's words, the chubby orange cat showed a hint of relief on its face.
"The fact that Consort Jing praises Consort Shu so highly shows the deep friendship between the two of you."
Consort Jing hurriedly said, "I always thought Consort Shu was arrogant, and I don't usually interact with her."
I went to see Consort Shu today; I really do like the Sixth Prince.
That's how I came to know how generous and kind Consort Shu was.
If all the women in the harem were as generous and kind as Consort Shu, the harem would surely be a harmonious place.
The chubby orange cat nodded, then asked with great interest, "Who does my beloved concubine usually like to hang out with?"
Consort Jing smiled and said, "I don't usually like to move around much, so I chat with Consort Hui quite often."
Because of Consort Hui, I also visited Consort Wan's Suiyu Pavilion once or twice.
Consort Jing often visited Mei'er and Huan'er, but when he went to her palace, they never mentioned asking him to come and see her.
Compared to the other two, Consort Shu is more dignified.
He thought of Huan'er; he hadn't visited her in a long time, and no one had come to invite him from Suiyu Pavilion.
She probably still resents him. I am the emperor, and I cannot bow down to a woman again and again.
The news that the chubby orange cat had stayed overnight at Consort Jing's palace attracted the attention of the harem.
The promotions of Consort Cao and Consort Xin also spread.
Consort Cao became Consort Jin, and Consort Xin became Consort Xin.
The three of them have one thing in common.
Consort Jing's suggestion reminded the Emperor of her.
Consort Jin and Noble Lady Xin were promoted because of Consort Shu.
Smart people know that this is Consort Shu trying to win people's hearts.
Now, Consort Shu, of the Fucha clan, has become another major obstacle in the palace.
It's hard to ignore.
In contrast, everyone in the harem had almost forgotten the existence of the Empress and Consort Wan.
The Empress and the Empress Dowager were both very dissatisfied with Consort Shu's actions.
The Empress felt her authority was being challenged repeatedly, first by Consort Hua Nian Shilan, and then by Consort Shu Fucha Peiyun.
If she is not released from confinement, she will have no place as empress in the harem.
Unfortunately, the Empress Dowager can no longer speak for the Emperor.
However, the Empress Dowager sighed in front of Zhu Xi, "This Fucha clan member is indeed a restless person."
As usual, Shen Meizhuang went to Suiyuxuan to persuade her good friend Zhen Huan.
"Huan'er, if you don't pull yourself together, there will be no place for you in this palace."
Consort Hua is holding a beauty pageant for the Emperor, Consort Shu's position is secure and she is starting to curry favor with Consort Jing, Consort Cao, and Consort Xin.
Now, thanks to Consort Shu's advice, Consort Jing has regained favor.
Consort Cao became Consort Jin, and Consort Xin became Consort Xin.
"The two of us are already like a tree standing alone, unable to support itself."
Zhen Huan sighed softly.
"Sister Mei, it's not that I don't want to cheer up, it's just that my heart has grown cold."
The Emperor is heartless; true affection is hard to find in this deep palace.
Shen Meizhuang held Zhen Huan's hand,
"Huan'er, we were forced into the palace against our will."
But if one becomes despondent, one will only be bullied by others.
Although Consort Shu seemed to have good intentions, who knows if she had ulterior motives?
We don't know if she's our friend or foe.
You still need to find a way to regain divine favor.
Zhen Huan wasn't unwilling to cheer up; it was just that the Emperor hadn't set foot in Suiyu Pavilion for so long.
She refused to believe that the Emperor had no feelings for her whatsoever; she was waiting for the Emperor to set foot in Suiyu Pavilion again.
But she couldn't tell Mei-jie about these things; they were her pride.
Zhen Huan said, "Sister Mei, please give me a little more time. I haven't forgotten my poor daughter."
Shen Meizhuang sighed and left Suiyu Pavilion with her entourage.
Zhen Huan watched Shen Meizhuang's retreating figure and murmured, "Noble Lady Fucha, Consort Shu, Imperial Concubine Shu..."
They've been so lucky, step by step; it's truly enviable.
After receiving the imperial decree promoting them, Consort Jin and Noble Lady Xin knew that it was Consort Shu who had petitioned the Emperor for their promotion.
They then took gifts to Yanxi Palace to express their gratitude to Consort Shu.
However, they saw Consort Jing in Yanxi Palace, who looked radiant today.
"Sister Shufei, thank you for mentioning my elder sister to the Emperor yesterday."
Fucha Peiyun replied, "Sister, you're too kind. I'm always generous to my own people."
Consort Jin and Noble Lady Xin were both very puzzled. Consort Jing was not someone who cared about favor, and she had not been favored for a long time.
How come Consort Jing has suddenly become the emperor's favorite again?
After the two paid their respects to Consort Shu, they sat down.
Consort Jin, Cao Qinmo, and Noble Lady Xin, Lü Yingfeng, said, "This concubine is very grateful for the great kindness of Consort Shu."
Fucha Peiyun smiled faintly; her main goal this time was to promote Cao Qinmo.
To avoid seeming too abrupt, she mentioned Lü Yingfeng to the chubby orange.
Her argument with Lü Yingfeng was nothing more than a few words exchanged; they had no real grudges.
It's always better to win them over than to push them away, so I took the opportunity to win them over as well.
Fucha Peiyun said, "Sister Jinpin and Sister Xin, please don't worry. I'm mainly worried about Princess Wenyi and Princess Shuhe."
"From now on, Hongchang, the younger sister, will need his two older sisters to take good care of him."
Lü Yingfeng was a clever woman. Although Consort Shu said she didn't care, they couldn't forget the kindness shown to them.
She had long since fallen out of favor, and who knew when the Emperor would remember her? Could she possibly endure that?
But Shuhe cannot suffer injustice forever.
Thank you so much, little sister! I promise I'll bring Shuhe to visit you often in the future.
I just hope my sister won't find us annoying.
Cao Qinmo was even more grateful after hearing this, and quickly replied, "Sister will often bring Wenyi to visit my palace."
Fucha Peiyun smiled and nodded, then turned to Ye'er beside her and instructed:
"Ye'er, quickly go to the storeroom and pick out two bolts of fabric with bright and vibrant colors."
Make two new outfits for Princess Shuhe and Princess Wenyi each.
Ye'er obediently replied, "Yes, Miss, I'll go get it right away."
After saying that, he turned around and walked quickly toward the warehouse.
Seeing that Lü Yingfeng and Cao Qinmo were about to decline, Fucha Peiyun...
"This is my gift to the two princesses, not for you."
Seeing this, the two could no longer refuse and hurriedly thanked her again.
Seeing that the two no longer declined, Fucha Peiyun's smile deepened.
Just then, Ye'er returned with Liu'er, carrying the fabric.
Fucha Peiyun instructed Ye'er and Liu'er to directly give the fabric to the palace maids of Lü Yingfeng and Cao Qinmo.
"This fabric is soft and comfortable; the two little princesses would look absolutely stunning in clothes made from it."
Lü Yingfeng and Cao Qinmo thanked them again.
"The little princess should be dressed up beautifully, but actually, my sister likes the little princess even more."
Unfortunately, it was a brat who was born. I wonder which bastard plotted against my sister.
"My sister will only have this brat from now on."
Consort Jing and Noble Consort Xin only then realized that Consort Shu had been tricked into being unable to have children.
They vaguely knew that Consort Shu had been framed, but they didn't know that she had been rendered infertile.
The two quickly changed the subject, with Consort Jing speaking first, "Sixth Prince is such a good child, yet his sister dislikes him so much."
Sister, you really feel sorry for the Sixth Prince. Since that's the case, why don't you just give the Sixth Prince to me, sister?
Consort Xin also joined in the fun, saying, "This concubine also likes the Sixth Prince very much. How about lending him to me?"
"Sister Jingfei, Sister Xin, please don't tease me. The Sixth Prince is my darling, how could I bear to give him away?"
Fucha Peiyun smiled and playfully scolded.
Consort Xin covered her mouth and laughed:
"Your Highness, Consort Shu's words are contradictory. Just now you were complaining that he was a brat, but now you're calling him your darling."
Fucha Peiyun sighed softly:
"That's true, but they're still my own flesh and blood."
Even if we can't have any more children, we can only focus all our attention on him.
Upon hearing this, the group felt a pang of sadness.
But in reality, they all knew that Consort Shu wasn't that concerned about her inability to perform.
If they really cared, they certainly wouldn't bring it up openly in front of others.
It's just unclear what Consort Shu's intention was in bringing this up.
Consort Xin said, "Your Majesty truly doesn't know who plotted against you."
Fucha Peiyun gave a meaningful smile. "I know, but I can't say."
Consort Xin, "that one from Jingren Palace?"
Fucha Peiyun shook her head
Xin Guiren had a bad feeling and unconsciously picked up the tea beside her and drank it.
If it wasn't the Empress, it couldn't be Consort Hua. Who else in the palace could it be? The answer is obvious.