A quick journey starting from Wu Dalang

Chapter 163: Being a Perfect Man in My Fair Princess (8)

Xia Yuhe's concern brought the emperor back to his senses: "It's okay, but when I think about how I have forgotten you for all these years, I feel sorry for you."

The emperor's inner words seemed to be spoken to Xia Yuhe, but also seemed to be spoken to the Empress Xiaoxian in his own heart. Xia Yuhe felt very strange about the emperor's eyes.

"Your Majesty, it's late, please go to bed." Xia Yuhe didn't want to say more. Seeing that the emperor didn't seem to be in the mood, she simply took the emperor to rest early. After a whole day of hard work, Xia Yuhe was already sleepy.

The emperor did not object and went to bed with his clothes on. The two men, who had not been seen for many years, fell asleep separately. The concubine Xiao Chang in the harem bit her handkerchief in anger, but it was of no avail.

Even Ling Fei's maid was a little anxious: "Your Majesty, why are you not anxious at all? The imperial concubine has suddenly emerged, which is very disadvantageous to you."

"The Imperial Concubine has a son and a daughter. How can I compare with her? Instead of competing with the Imperial Concubine, I'd better keep to myself and avoid being the first to be shot." Concubine Ling is not an impatient little girl. She knows her shortcomings clearly, so she will not go against anyone.

As for the discord between Concubine Ling and the Empress in the palace, it was purely because of the Emperor. The Emperor was not a law-abiding man, and naturally he did not like the Empress who stuck to the rules, so the Emperor favored Concubine Ling.

The Queen was naturally unhappy, not because the Emperor liked Concubine Ling, but because as a subject she was dissatisfied with the Emperor's one-sidedness, and as a result, she did not like Concubine Ling very much. However, she felt that there was no major conflict between her and Concubine Ling.

If Xia Yuhe was not aware of these things, she might have been misled by someone with ulterior motives and become the one who deepened the conflict. Fortunately, most of the palace servants in Chuxiu Palace had been arranged in advance by Shiyi, so there would be no one with ulterior motives, so there was no need to worry about this matter.

The third day after Xia Yuhe was conferred the title of Imperial Concubine was also the day for the whole palace to meet the Queen. All the concubines, both big and small, gathered in the Queen's palace early, eagerly waiting for the rumored Imperial Concubine.

"This Imperial Concubine has been practicing outside the palace for many years. She even forgot to pay her respects to the Empress."

"How could you forget? It's clearly disrespecting the Queen."

"That's not right. If I don't respect the Queen, given her temper, I'm afraid she will suffer. But she didn't. Maybe she has forgotten it after so many years of practice?"

When these words were spoken, several daughters covered their mouths and laughed. Concubine Ling looked unhappy. Now she also holds the power in the palace. If the Queen and the Imperial Concubine heard these words, they would probably suspect that she had ulterior motives.

"What are the sisters talking about? It's so lively?" The queen came out from the inner room, followed by Xia Yuhe.

"Your servants pay their respects to the Empress and the Imperial Concubine." The few people who were unwilling to do so hurriedly paid their respects.

"Everyone, please sit down. Imperial Concubine, please sit down too." The Queen nodded slightly, and Xia Yuhe sensibly found her seat and sat down.

"I'm sure you all know this. This is the Imperial Concubine Fucha who left the palace to practice and pray for the country," the Queen gave a brief introduction.

After a morning of chatting, Xia Yuhe finally matched the personal information with the face. After confirming the general situation and camp, Xia Yuhe breathed a sigh of relief.

Although the harem is a struggle among women, it is obviously simpler than the secrets in the business world. After all, in the harem, as long as you have a child, you can lie back and relax.

Thinking of her own two children, Xia Yuhe felt that she was lucky to have given birth to two at once, thus avoiding suffering. Thinking of this, Xia Yuhe quickened her pace.

"Lotus, I remember there are two pairs of ruby ​​headpieces sent by the Queen. They are very beautiful. You can match them with a complete set of jewelry and give them to Heshu and Ziwei. They will definitely like them."

"Yes, ma'am"

"Also, didn't the emperor reward you with a few pieces of good ink? You should also ask someone to deliver them to Huer." Although Shiyi changed his name from Xia Hu to Yongjue, Xia Yuhe was still used to calling him Huer.

Shiyi also entered the upper study to study. The eldest prince here was Yongqi, followed by himself. Yongqi had a good impression of this slightly younger brother.

At this time, Yongqi was deeply favored by the emperor and was considered the designated crown prince. Everyone was respectful to Yongqi, but excessive respect made Yongqi feel a little bored. The appearance of Shiyi filled this gap.

"Sixth brother, if there is anything you don't understand, you can ask me. I will tell you everything I know."

"Thank you, fifth brother. I will." In order to avoid Yongqi, Shiyi was very polite. Who would not like a brother who is destined not to compete with him for the throne and will even become his helper in the future?

Yongqi also likes Shiyi, not only because of the age difference, but also because of Xiaoyanzi. Xiaoyanzi and Ziwei are very close. Even though she still can't remember each other, she just thinks Ziwei is very amiable.

As a result, Xiaoyanzi also liked Xia Yuhe very much and often went to Chuxiu Palace to play. For a time, Chuxiu Palace was very lively, which made the Queen very dissatisfied.

"The Fifth and Sixth Princes are already adults, so why are they always interacting with the concubines in the harem? It's okay for the Sixth Prince, after all, she is his biological mother, but this Fifth Prince..."

"Fifth Prince has always had close dealings with Concubine Ling," Aunt Rong pointed out.

"It's not that I didn't know, I just thought that Concubine Yu and Concubine Ling were on good terms, but how could this Imperial Concubine be on good terms with the Fifth Prince?" The Queen couldn't help but think a little too much: "You should keep an eye on them and make sure nothing happens."

Rong Mama took the order and left. The Queen played with the Buddhist beads in her hand, feeling worried. She hoped that things were not as bad as she thought.

Obviously, what the Queen was worried about was not true at all. After Yongqi came to Chuxiu Palace, his eyes never left Xiaoyanzi. Xia Yuhe could see what Yongqi was thinking, but considering Xiaoyanzi's identity, she didn't say anything.

Anyway, Xiaoyanzi is not the emperor's biological daughter, and as an adopted daughter she is not listed in the jade record. She just has the identity of a princess for nothing. If she really gets together with Yongqi in the future, there will be room for maneuver.

"It's really lively here, Sister Imperial Concubine." Concubine Ling came uninvited with her daughter. Little Hejing was dressed up beautifully by Concubine Ling, and she was very lovable.

"Empress Ling"

Several children greeted each other one by one. Concubine Ling looked at Xiaoyanzi playing with Ziwei and sent Hejing over as well: "Go play with your brothers and sisters."

He Jing left obediently, and Concubine Ling took Xia Yuhe's hand affectionately and walked a little further away and said: "Sister Guifei has prayed for the country for many years. Now she is back in the palace. If you need anything, you can tell me. I will make sure to arrange everything for you."

"Sister Ling Fei, you are too polite. I am doing fine everywhere now, so please don't worry about me." Xia Yuhe could feel that Ling Fei meant well, but it was precisely because of this that Xia Yuhe had to refuse.