binnovel Chapter 37 Consort Fucha is Awake
Chapter 37 Consort Fucha is Awake
After washing up
Nian Shilan exhaled softly, as if most of the gloom in her heart had dissipated, and her mood instantly became relaxed and cheerful.
Nian Shilan turned to look at Cao Qinmo, who was sitting quietly to the side, savoring her fragrant tea. Seeing that the other woman's expression was calm and composed,
My previously anxious heart gradually calmed down.
At this moment, Nian Shilan couldn't help but fall into deep thought: How much of the Emperor's favor towards her was genuine?
How much of it was just pretense? This question lingered in her mind, making it difficult for her to let go.
However, regardless of the final answer, one thing remains undeniable and irrefutable.
—That was her powerful maternal family, the Nian family.
Especially her older brother, who always doted on her like a precious jewel.
That is, the love and care that her own brother, Nian Gengyao, poured into his younger sister, Nian Shilan.
It can be said to be completely pure and utterly sincere to the extreme!
That is why, no matter how many thorns and obstacles lie ahead of her,
Despite facing countless hardships and difficulties, Nian Shilan secretly vowed...
I must rack my brains and do everything I can to protect the Nian family.
After all, for her, the Nian family was more than just her maternal family.
It was also her solid support and spiritual pillar that enabled her to gain a foothold in this treacherous and deceitful court.
Nian Shilan slowly picked up the fragrant tea from the exquisite teacup before her, and gently parted her lips...
After taking a small sip, he looked thoughtfully at Consort Cao sitting to the side.
"Consort Cao, tell me, what should I do from now on?"
Nian Shilan's tone carried a hint of anxiety and unease.
Upon hearing this, Cao Qinmo quickly turned to look at Nian Shilan, who then gently leaned towards her.
Immediately afterwards, Cao Qinmo carefully leaned close to Nian Shilan's ear and whispered something in a low voice for a long time...
A few days later, the sun shone brightly, and a gentle breeze caressed the vermilion gates and golden glazed tiles of Yikun Palace.
In this peaceful and serene atmosphere, Su Peisheng walked into Yikun Palace with steady and respectful steps.
He held a bright yellow imperial edict in his hands, followed by several eunuchs, and the group looked solemn.
When Su Peisheng arrived at the main hall of the palace, Nian Shilan was already sitting in the main seat, exuding elegance and grace.
Su Peisheng unfolded the imperial edict and read it aloud in a clear voice:
"By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees: Consort Hua is dignified, virtuous, gentle, and kind; she is hereby promoted to the rank of Imperial Noble Consort Hua..."
As Su Peisheng finished reading the imperial decree, the entire Yikun Palace was immersed in joy and celebration.
The palace maids knelt down and kowtowed to congratulate the newly promoted Consort Hua.
However, despite already knowing this outcome, Nian Shilan felt no joy whatsoever.
She sat there quietly, a hint of loneliness and self-mockery in her eyes.
Looking back on the past, she couldn't help but feel that she had been far too naive.
They actually harbored so many unrealistic fantasies about the emperor's favor.
Those sweet words and tender care from the past now seem like nothing more than fleeting memories.
Although her heart felt as if it were being overwhelmed by bitter seawater, Nian Shilan knew that what she saw as a glamorous scene was actually quite different from her current state.
In fact, it's like walking on thin ice; the slightest mistake could lead to utter ruin.
However, for the sake of the entire Nian family, and for her brother who had always loved and supported her, she had to keep herself calm.
She took a deep breath, suppressing all her bitterness and helplessness, and adjusted herself in an astonishing speed.
In an instant, her previously tense face blossomed into a beautiful and charming smile, like a flower touched by a spring breeze.
The smile was so radiant and beautiful that it was almost unbelievable that just moments before she had been immersed in pain.
She slightly raised her chin, like a proud peacock, exuding an innate air of nobility and arrogance.
At this moment, it was as if nothing around her had changed; she was still the aloof and awe-inspiring Consort Hua.
Her arrogant and domineering demeanor, as always, made people afraid to look directly at her, lest they anger this capricious person.
Just then, the eunuch Su Peisheng, who had come to deliver the imperial edict, handed the edict to Consort Hua.
Nian Shilan knelt on the ground with her back straight and her expression haughty. She stretched out her delicate hand and steadily took it.
After expressing her gratitude, Nian Shilan stood up.
Immediately afterwards, she subtly winked at Songzhi beside her.
Songzhi understood immediately and quickly stepped forward, stuffing a heavy purse into Su Peisheng's hand.
Su Peisheng happily accepted the purse, secretly plotting how to say a few good words for Consort Hua to the Emperor later.
He already had a good impression of Consort Hua, even though she was indeed somewhat arrogant and domineering.
But Consort Hua never truly looked down on the eunuchs who served her.
Not only that, but he is also very generous with his tips, always giving generously.
Furthermore, Consort Hua was someone specially favored by her mistress, Consort Shu; both logically and emotionally...
He was always happy to say a few good words for Consort Hua in front of the Emperor.
On a sunny day, Nian Shilan, dressed in a magnificent cheongsam, strolled leisurely through the Imperial Garden with graceful bearing.
Beside Consort Hua was Consort Cao Qinmo, who was holding Wenyi.
Together they admired the blooming flowers. A gentle breeze carried their fragrance, making her feel refreshed and intoxicated.
Just as Shilan was immersed in the vibrant spring scenery, unexpectedly,
She suddenly noticed a group of figures slowly walking towards her in the distance.
She couldn't help but stop and look intently.
After the group of people got closer, Nian Shilan realized that the person who came was Zhen Huan!
Zhen Huan, with her slightly protruding belly, was followed by a group of palace maids, her steps slow and steady.
Upon seeing her enemy, Nian Shilan's anger erupted like a volcano, burning fiercely.
Although she couldn't lay a hand on Zhen Huan, how could she easily let go of such a golden opportunity to mock Zhen Huan?
Zhen Huan felt that she was having a really bad day, having run into Consort Hua.
But Consort Hua had already seen them, so Zhen Huan couldn't very well turn back the way she came.
However, since she is pregnant now, Consort Hua probably wouldn't dare to make things too difficult for her.
It's just that a war of words is inevitable.
Zhen Huan, protecting her pregnant belly, bowed and greeted Consort Hua, saying, "May Your Highness Consort Hua enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Nian Shilan slightly raised her chin, the corners of her mouth curling upwards into a cold, utterly contemptuous smile.
Then, in a sarcastic and cynical tone, he said:
"Oh, look who this is! Isn't this our beloved Consort Wan!"
What brings you here today? You've taken the time to stroll around the Imperial Garden.
Aren't you afraid of tiring out your unborn child?
In my opinion, you should stay in the Broken Jade Pavilion and rest peacefully during your pregnancy. Why bother going out and wandering around?
Could it be that she's planning to use some seductive tricks to seduce the Emperor again?
Hmph, even pregnant, she's still so restless, all she does all day is seduce the Emperor to your Broken Jade Pavilion, she's truly shameless!
Look at Consort Shu, how well she knows her place! Unlike you, so frivolous and petty!
After saying this, Nian Shilan even raised her hand.
She gently stroked the magnificent pearl and jade headdress on her head.
At the same time, he turned his gaze to Zhen Huan, his eyes filled with undisguised provocation and disdain.
Zhen Huan's originally beautiful smile froze on her face.
It seemed to have been blown away without a trace by a gust of cold wind.
Her slender, delicate hands gripped the handkerchief tightly, so much so that her knuckles turned slightly white.
These were undoubtedly the most offensive and hurtful words she had ever heard in her life!
She has always been confident in her talent and skills.
She considered herself completely different from those women who served their monarchs solely based on their beauty.
However, at this very moment, Consort Hua mercilessly pointed her finger at him and insulted him, calling him a vixen.
This insult was like a sharp sword piercing straight into her heart, filling her with unprecedented shame and anger.
Zhen Huan trembled with anger, her cherry lips slightly parted, wanting to immediately retort in order to defend her dignity.
But at that moment, Nian Shilan spoke first: "Oh dear, look at your face, it looks terrible."
However, I haven't even touched a single hair on your head!
"If you dare say that I angered you to the point of affecting your pregnancy, then you're wrongly accusing an innocent person! Consort Cao, let's go!"
After saying that, he swayed his body and strode away with a smug look on his face.
"Yes, Your Majesty," Consort Cao replied, carefully holding Princess Wenyi in her arms and following closely behind Nian Shilan.
Soon, they disappeared like a gust of wind.
Zhen Huan was left standing alone, her anger burning fiercely, yet she had nowhere to vent it.
Nian Shilan's unconventional behavior greatly frustrated Zhen Huan.
Zhen Huan felt a tightness in her chest, unable to vent it, and her face turned pale and then flushed, a truly dramatic sight!
Zhen Huan usually relied on her quick wit and sharp mind...
He has always been eloquent and persuasive, leaving his opponents speechless.
Especially when facing Consort Hua, he often refuted her with his eloquent tongue, leaving her speechless.
But now, faced with Nian Shilan's reckless and unbridled behavior, she was speechless for a moment.
They could only stand there dumbfounded, watching helplessly as the other party swaggered away with an air of superiority.
That deep sense of humiliation was like a venomous snake, tightly coiling around Zhen Huan's heart and constantly gnawing at her soul.
However, she could not lash out on the spot, and could only suppress her anger and resentment, letting the resentment accumulate deeper and deeper in her heart.
After Shilan and Cao Qinmo and others walked a distance together,
The two of them burst out laughing at the same time.
At this moment, Princess Wenyi, who was in Cao Qinmo's arms, was also attracted by the sudden laughter.
She blinked her big, bright eyes, staring curiously at the two women in front of her who were laughing so hard they were doubled over.
They seemed to want to figure out what was making them laugh so heartily.