kingnovel Chapter 92 Consort Fucha regains favor.
Chapter 92 Consort Fucha regains favor.
You smell so good; no wonder you attract butterflies to this place even in winter, and you make my heart flutter.”
In this life, Zhen Huan wouldn't dare to play hard to get; she no longer has the confidence to do so.
She now understood very well that the Emperor's affection for her could not withstand the test.
She hadn't forgotten about the newly promoted Consort Lian.
There was also Consort Fang and Chun'er
Zhen Huan looked dejected. "Your Highness, I feel extremely guilty for not being able to protect our daughter."
The chubby orange cat patted Zhen Huan's hand. "Those things are in the past. We'll have children in the future."
Zhen Huan was not happy to hear this, but she did not utter a word of rebuttal.
He only gave a vague reply. The chubby orange-haired man said, "It's getting late, and the banquet is over. I'll escort you back to Suiyu Pavilion."
The two walked in silence, the atmosphere somewhat somber.
Fucha Peiyun and Nian Shilan had already quietly left. To be honest, Zhen Huan wasn't playing hard to get.
Fucha Peiyun was quite disappointed. If Zhen Huan tried to play hard to get again, she would definitely make her regret it.
Although Zhen Huan has regained the emperor's favor this time, it's impossible for her to enjoy the emperor's full favor again.
Upon arriving at the entrance of Suiyu Pavilion, Zhen Huan curtsied.
"Thank you for seeing me off, Your Majesty. Please return to the palace and rest soon."
The chubby orange cat grabbed Zhen Huan's hand and said, "Huan Huan, I will stay at Suiyu Pavilion tonight."
Zhen Huan raised her eyes, "According to the rules, His Majesty should go to the Empress's Jingren Palace today."
The chubby orange cat didn't want to go to the Empress's palace again. "The Empress is recuperating, so I won't disturb her peace."
Zhen Huan lowered her head, concealing the upturned corners of her mouth. She was happy to make the Empress suffer.
The Empress's patron is about to fall; Consort Hua, Consort Shu, and Consort Jing are the Empress's true threats.
It seems the Empress wouldn't care about a mere Consort Wan. Although the Empress is high and mighty, she has so many enemies.
Once the Empress Dowager dies, she believes the Empress will soon be brought down.
Zhen Huan and the chubby orange cat entered the Suiyu Pavilion together. The arrival of the chubby orange cat...
This brought the once quiet Suiyuxuan back to life.
After parting ways with Nian Shilan, Fucha Peiyun returned to Yanxi Palace.
When she finally stepped into the gate of Yanxi Palace, she saw that everyone in the palace was already waiting respectfully.
Upon seeing Fucha Peiyun's figure, the palace maids and eunuchs of Yanxi Palace immediately knelt down in unison.
They shouted in unison:
Congratulations on Your Majesty's promotion to Imperial Concubine! May Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings and peace.
Upon hearing these words of congratulations, Fucha Peiyun was slightly taken aback.
Then it dawned on her that at the New Year's Eve banquet, the chubby orange tree had also promoted her rank in the imperial harem.
Only then did she feel happy. She smiled, gently raised her hand to signal everyone to stand up, and said softly:
"Rise, all of you. I'm in a good mood today. Ye'er, here's a reward."
Ye'er replied, "Yes, Your Majesty."
Upon hearing that there would be a reward, the others immediately knelt down and kowtowed to thank their master for the gift.
Fucha Peiyun waved her hand
Ye'er accepted the order and left. A short while later, she came out carrying a series of exquisite purses.
These purses were filled with loose silver coins.
Everyone accepted the rewards and expressed their gratitude repeatedly.
In addition to bestowing gifts, Fucha Peiyun also specially arranged for red envelopes to be prepared for New Year's Eve.
These red envelopes were bulging, filled with copper coins and loose silver.
It symbolizes that the new year will bring abundant wealth and good fortune.
As soon as their mistress, Fucha Peiyun, returned, everyone got busy.
The prepared wine and dishes were brought to the table one by one, with palace maids and eunuchs bustling about.
Once everything was on the table, everyone in Yanxi Palace sat around the fireplace.
Everyone gathered together to celebrate the New Year and welcome its arrival.
After the New Year's Eve banquet, Zhen Huan gradually regained her former favor.
She no longer stayed in seclusion as before, but began to move around the various palaces frequently.
The first place Zhen Huan went to was Xianfu Palace, where Consort Jing lived.
Consort Jing was gentle and dignified, and was pregnant.
Zhen Huan saw that Consort Jing had already risen to the rank of Imperial Noble Consort. She thought that if she could win over an Imperial Noble Consort to help her deal with the Empress...
Then she would definitely be more confident in dealing with the Empress.
When Zhen Huan entered Xianfu Palace, Consort Jing greeted her with a smile, but in her heart she knew that Zhen Huan wouldn't come to the palace without a reason.
Zhen Huan smiled and held Consort Jing's hand, saying:
"Sister is now pregnant with the emperor's child, which can be considered as the fulfillment of her long-cherished wish. Congratulations, sister."
Consort Jing gently stroked her belly and replied, "My sister must have something to say to me today."
Zhen Huan bowed slightly and said softly, "Sister, you are an elder in the palace and surely know the Empress better than I do."
The Empress has many tricks up her sleeve; my sister has been unable to conceive for many years. Could it be that the Empress has some ulterior motive?
"Why did you become pregnant after the Empress confined you to your quarters, sister?"
Zhen Huan paused for a moment, then wiped the corner of her eye with a handkerchief.
"My sister finally got pregnant, but because she trusted Lady An, she let the Empress harm my daughter."
A flicker of hesitation crossed Consort Jing's eyes before she slowly spoke:
"I understand my sister's thoughts, but I have always only sought a peaceful life."
Right now, I just want to protect the baby in my womb and don't want to get involved in any more disputes.
Feng Ruozhao harbored resentment towards Zhen Huan, who knew perfectly well that Feng Ruozhao was now following the lead of Consort Shu.
Everyone in the palace knew that Consort Shu had done Feng Ruozhao a great favor.
On the surface, without Consort Shu's patronage, how could she have been remembered by the Emperor?
Where would she get the chance to get pregnant and become a concubine?
What were Zhen Huan's intentions in trying to win her over at this time?
Zhen Huan's heart tightened, but she still refused to give up and continued:
"Sister, aren't you afraid that the Empress will secretly sabotage and endanger the baby in your womb?"
Consort Jing's expression changed slightly upon hearing this. She had finally conceived after so many years, and she couldn't bear to hear such words.
Zhen Huan's words made sense, but when she heard them, she still felt that they were a curse on her child.
However, she wasn't the type to say such unpleasant things.
After a moment of silence, she said, "What my sister says makes sense. I will consider it carefully."
Seeing this, Zhen Huan knew she couldn't press the matter any further, so she bowed and took her leave.
On her way back to Suiyu Pavilion, Zhen Huan secretly resolved that she would do everything she could to bring Consort Jing to her side.
Unfortunately, no matter how eloquent and persuasive Zhen Huan was in the following days...
Consort Jing maintained a polite yet distant attitude throughout, pretending not to notice Zhen Huan's attempts to win her over.
Immediately afterwards, Zhen Huan went to Jingyang Palace, where Consort Jin was staying.
Consort Jin has always been a woman of deep thoughts; if she could be won over, she would be a valuable ally.
But to everyone's surprise, Consort Jin only exchanged a few polite words with Zhen Huan, and was not moved by her words at all.
Zhen Huan had no choice but to bring up the incident where Cao Qinmo pushed her away at the flower-viewing banquet.
Consort Jin, Cao Qinmo, didn't even change her expression, which made Zhen Huan wonder if she had made a mistake.
Finally, Zhen Huan arrived at Consort Xin's Chuxiu Palace. Consort Xin had a straightforward personality, and Zhen Huan originally thought she could be honest with her.
Unexpectedly, Consort Xin treated Zhen Huan with the same perfunctory attitude, completely unmoved.
Faced with these repeated setbacks, Zhen Huan couldn't help but feel a surge of displeasure.
Although she has now successfully regained the emperor's favor, she has not yet achieved exclusive favor.
Moreover, her current rank is merely that of a concubine.
After several failed attempts, Zhen Huan had no choice but to seek out Shen Meizhuang again to discuss a solution.
The two women knew that in the palace, their strength alone was far too weak.
Although Zhen Huan has regained the Emperor's favor, it will still be difficult for her to gain the allegiance of others.
Moreover, they have very few advantages left.
If they wanted to fight against the powerful Empress's faction, relying on just the two of them would be an impossible task.
In the palace, Zhen Huan, Shen Meizhuang, Consort Jing, and Consort Xin maintained a relatively harmonious relationship. It was precisely because of this that...
That's when the two of them came up with the idea of winning them over to fight against the Empress.
As for Consort Jin, Cao Qinmo, it was because she was quick-witted.
She is skilled in political maneuvering, and if one can gain her support, it will undoubtedly be an asset to one's side.
Zhen Huan was well aware that these three people now had a good relationship with Consort Shu.
But Zhen Huan remembered that Consort Jing used to be with Consort Shu because Consort Shu had the Sixth Prince.
But Consort Jing herself is now pregnant and has been promoted to Consort. Is she really willing to remain subservient to others forever?
Consort Xin and Consort Jin were brought in incidentally, but unfortunately, she failed to win over any of the three.
She knew that the three men would not be loyal to her; she just wanted to recruit more people to deal with the Empress.
It can only be said that Zhen Huan was too impatient; she had only just regained the Emperor's favor and was already thinking about dealing with the Empress.
After Zhen Huan left Xianfu Palace, Consort Jing and the others went to Yanxi Palace.
When Consort Jing arrived, Fucha Peiyun hurriedly came out to greet her. The two were now close, so there was no need for formalities.
Fucha Peiyun helped Feng Ruozhao sit down.
"Sister, why did you come today? You're quite pregnant now, you should be careful."
Feng Ruozhao sighed and said, "Zhen Huan came to see me today, trying to win me over to deal with the Empress."
Fucha Peiyun frowned. "Of course my sister won't agree to this. There's no rush to deal with the Empress."
Judging solely from the fact that Zhen Huan has just regained the emperor's favor, acting so hastily seems inappropriate.
Feng Ruozhao nodded, "Although I also hate the Empress, I do not want to work with Zhen Huan."
She's too eager for quick success; who knows what will happen in the future?
Fucha Peiyun: "She finally had a daughter, but the Empress ruined her."
He naturally harbored resentment towards the Empress, and given her recent loss of favor, she must have realized the importance of offspring in the harem.
Then I'll hate the Empress even more. Oh, let's not talk about such unlucky things. How's the baby in my sister's womb lately?"
Feng Ruozhao gently touched her abdomen, a tender smile on her face.
"My baby seems to be well-behaved; my older daughter hasn't had morning sickness for a long time."
I imagine she'll be a well-behaved little princess. Now, all I hope for is a smooth delivery; nothing else matters.
Fucha Peiyun also smiled and said, "That's good, whether it's a prince or a princess."
"As long as my sister can give birth safely, life will be much better from now on."
Just then, Ye'er came in and served pastries and tea.
Fucha Peiyun personally handed a cup of hot milk to Feng Ruozhao.
"Sister, have a cup of tea to soothe your throat."
Feng Ruozhao took the tea and sipped it lightly. "If she were a princess, I wouldn't be too worried about her future."
Fucha Peiyun immediately understood that she was worried about the princess's future marriage alliance.
"Sister, don't be afraid, I'm here for you. I can't guarantee that the princess won't go on a marriage alliance."
But my sister can guarantee that the princess will live a good life.
Feng Ruozhao looked at Fucha Peiyun with a puzzled expression. "What does my sister mean?"
"Sister, do you remember the late Emperor's Clam Princess?"
Feng Ruozhao nodded, then shook her head. Although Feng Ruozhao had heard of this princess...
However, the specific details of the events are unclear.
Princess Fucha Peiyun was married off to Mongolia, but because of her intelligence and competence, she was highly respected there and lived a smooth life.
If we carefully nurture the princess from a young age, teaching her poetry, etiquette, riding, archery, and strategy,
Even through marriage alliances, one can still control their own destiny.
Feng Ruozhao's eyes lit up. "Sister is right. It's elder sister who's narrow-minded."
Although her elder sister had read a few books, it wasn't enough for her to teach the princess.
My sister doesn't know how to ride or shoot, what should we do?
Fucha Peiyun: "Sister, don't worry, I can teach you riding and archery."
If we don't understand strategies for reading, we can learn them.
If you're bored during pregnancy, you can read more books; it will not only help you pass the time but also broaden your horizons.
When the princess grows up, we can teach her too.
Upon hearing this, Feng Ruozhao couldn't help but smile and said:
"In the end, my younger sister is more thoughtful and meticulous. It's just that this little princess hasn't even been born yet."
"Is it perhaps a bit premature for us to begin preparing for these matters now?"
Fucha Peiyun waved her hand gently, "Sister, you don't know this, but it's best to be exposed to knowledge and skills from an early age."
Moreover, if we prepare in advance, the implementation will be much smoother later.
Feng Ruozhao nodded slightly, "What my sister said makes sense."
As the two were discussing, Xue'er rushed in to report:
"Your Majesty, Consort Jin has arrived."
Upon hearing this, Fucha Peiyun immediately waved her hand, signaling Xue'er to quickly invite the person into the hall.
Before long, Consort Jin entered the room.
She was about to bow when she was stopped by Fucha Peiyun, so Consort Jin stopped being so formal and gracefully took her seat.
After they were seated, Consort Jin couldn't wait to tell them about Zhen Huan's visit to her palace in an attempt to win her over.
He told the whole story to Fucha Peiyun and Feng Ruozhao.
Consort Jing also mentioned Zhen Huan's trip to the palace, and Consort Jin gave a cold laugh.
"Does she think we're all idiots? Why wasn't she this attentive before we got pregnant?"
Consort Xin arrived shortly afterward; she was always straightforward.
"Zhen Huan is really delusional. We get along well with Consort Shu."
What makes her think we would betray Consort Shu and ally with her?
Fucha Peiyun knew that the three of them had only come to express their stance to her today.
Consort Jin was originally her person, as were Consort Jing and Consort Xin.
Fucha Peiyun wasn't afraid they would side with Zhen Huan; it was obvious to everyone which side they were on.
He then said, "Zhen Huan has always been arrogant, and now that she is focused on avenging her daughter, it's understandable that she's a bit impatient."
Consort Jin coughed lightly and said, "Let's not bring up Zhen Huan's matter again, it will only cause us trouble."
What were Consort Jing and Consort Shu talking about earlier?
Feng Kuzhao recounted his previous conversation with Fucha Peiyun to Cao Qin and Lü Yingfeng.
Cao Qinmo and Lü Yingfeng were immediately intrigued, regardless of whether the baby in their wombs was a boy or a girl.
Speaking only of their gentle and virtuous nature, their biggest worry was that their daughter would be sent to a foreign land for a political marriage in the future.
The two men had never heard of a clam princess, nor could they imagine raising their daughter from a young age.
Hearing the method proposed by Consort Shu now can be said to have opened the door to a new world.
Having served in the palace for many years, they knew long ago that it was better to rely on oneself than on others.
Once a daughter is married, even if her maternal family is powerful, they are no longer able to exert their influence.
If the daughter is capable on her own, then there is no need to worry about her being bullied in the future.