Wearing a book, hooking him up

Su Jingyao sat there quietly, her face as calm as water, her eyes without any waves of emotion.

She listened to the conversation of the concubines leisurely, as if she was out of the matter.

Halfway through, she stretched out her slender jade hand, picked up the exquisite scented tea, brought it to her lips, and took a sip. Her movements were smooth and elegant, showing her nobility and grace.

"Okay, Concubine Shen is indeed late today. After paying respects, please copy the palace rules in the side hall of Zhaochun Palace before leaving."

Her eyes seemed calm, yet revealed a hint of majesty, as if she was just talking about a trivial matter.

When Concubine Shen heard this, she was stunned at first, then an unwilling look appeared on her face. She bit her lip and pretended to sit in her seat unwillingly.

His expression seemed as if he was angry but dared not speak. There was a hint of resentment in his eyes, but he tried his best to restrain himself.

Su Jingyao looked at her expression at this moment and felt a little amused. These concubines in the palace were all good at acting.

Ye Jieyu frowned slightly, her eyes quietly moving back and forth between Concubine Shen and Imperial Noble Concubine.

She originally thought that Concubine Shen had already taken refuge with the Imperial Noble Concubine. After all, His Majesty had never summoned Concubine Shen since she entered the palace, and yesterday he conferred titles on all six palaces.

The title "Shen" was certainly not bestowed by His Majesty, but must have been bestowed by the Imperial Concubine.

Could it be that the title of Imperial Noble Consort was really bestowed upon Concubine Shen in order to make her cautious in her words and actions?

Concubine Lin also listened silently to the concubines' sarcastic remarks, with a hint of contemplation flashing in her eyes.

Now, Jieyu Shangguan is obviously on the side of the Imperial Noble Consort, and the position of Jieyu must have been decided by the Imperial Noble Consort.

Otherwise, Your Majesty has never summoned Concubine Shangguan to have an affair with her, so how could he have ordered Concubine Shangguan to be promoted twice? Look at how Concubine Shangguan is fawning on you when you come to pay your respects today. She really doesn't hold back at all.

However, it is rare to see Concubine Bai speaking so carelessly.

Concubine Lin raised her eyes and glanced at the Imperial Noble Concubine, and couldn't help wondering in her heart, what is His Majesty's attitude towards the Imperial Noble Concubine?

After she entered the palace, she heard that the emperor's favorite was Concubine Ling. However, because of the Imperial Noble Concubine's previous miscarriage, Concubine Ling was confined to her house, demoted, and even given many titles in the six palaces, but she did not get any benefits at all.

Moreover, the miscarriage of the Imperial Noble Consort was not caused by Concubine Ling. Concubine Ling was just not doing her job properly. The real murderer was her...

Therefore, Concubine Lin thought that Concubine Ling's importance in His Majesty's heart was just that, but last night her people heard that His Majesty had entered the Yikun Palace late at night.

Last night was the day when the Imperial Noble Consort was conferred the title. Could it be that His Majesty only pretended not to care about Concubine Ling, but actually cared about her very much?

After all, Concubine Ling is His Majesty's first wife. Even when His Majesty was the Crown Prince, he did not take a concubine because of Concubine Ling.

Could it be that the Imperial Noble Consort was a target set up in the harem by His Majesty in order to protect Concubine Ling?

Because Concubine Ling has a low family background and is not favored by the Queen Mother, so Your Majesty is planning for Concubine Ling step by step?

Concubine Lin sat there, her mind a tangled mess of thoughts, extremely confused.

She racked her brains but could not figure out what His Majesty's attitude was towards Concubine Ling and the Imperial Noble Concubine.

An indescribable strange color suddenly flashed in his eyes. He had to think of a way to test His Majesty.

She must find out who between Concubine Ling and the Imperial Noble Concubine is His Majesty's true favorite.

Before she entered the palace, she only wanted to live a peaceful life in the harem. However, when she first saw His Majesty, his handsome appearance left a deep impression on her heart.

He is the most powerful man in the world. Even if he is not good-looking, women are still attracted to him. What's more, His Majesty is younger and more handsome than she imagined.

Every time she saw him, a strong desire to possess him surged in Lin Guipin's heart.

My mother once said that one has to fight for the man she likes on her own. His Majesty seems to treat her differently, so of course she has to fight for him!

She longed to become the favorite concubine, the only favorite concubine of His Majesty.

She hoped that His Majesty would smile at her and be gentle to her.

However, she had been in the palace for too short a time, and His Majesty was naturally cold and indifferent. As long as she could spend more time with His Majesty, she firmly believed that His Majesty would fall in love with her.

Seeing that none of the concubines wanted to continue talking, Su Jingyao spoke slowly.

"Today I have something to announce. The Spring Hunt will begin in half a month. Your Majesty and I have decided to lead ten concubines to the Spring Hunting Pass. I have already drawn up the list and will send someone to notify you sisters. You all need to prepare well for this Spring Hunt."

After saying that, Su Jingyao's gaze fell on Concubine Shen.

"Now Concubine Shen has the highest position in the palace. During the Spring Hunt, both I and Concubine Ling will go to the Spring Hunt Pass. Concubine Shen will stay in the palace and be responsible for handling harem affairs."

When Concubine Shen heard this, she was immediately shocked. The Imperial Concubine actually didn't let her go?

She clenched her teeth and squeezed out a few words: "Yes, my lady."

Seeing Concubine Shen like this, Concubine Ye finally breathed a sigh of relief.

If Concubine Shen is also the Imperial Noble Concubine's person, and there are not many high-ranking concubines in the harem, then wouldn't the Imperial Noble Concubine really be able to cover the sky with one hand?

Then, Su Jingyao spoke again: "I feel a little tired today, sisters, please go back. Concubine Shen will stay and copy the palace rules. By the way, I will tell you how to handle the affairs of the harem."

The other concubines all withdrew politely and respectfully, and finally, only the two of them were left in the huge palace.

Concubine Shen raised her eyes slightly and stared at the Imperial Concubine who was sitting on the high throne.

Seeing the Imperial Concubine gradually change from being dignified and dignified to being careless, and the sense of being in control revealed in her every move, Concubine Shen felt her heart tremble involuntarily.

I thought it was really ridiculous that I thought the Imperial Concubine was stupid, but I was just being fooled.

But even if she knew it now, she could only depend on her.

Sometimes, she secretly felt fortunate that when she first entered the Eastern Palace, she was not foolish enough to make an enemy of the Imperial Concubine.

Concubine Shen knew very well that the Imperial Noble Concubine had been using her all along. However, if she did not choose to rely on the Imperial Noble Concubine, she would not even be able to obtain the position of concubine, let alone be able to slightly suppress Concubine Ling.

Concubine Ye has a powerful family background. Even though she is not very favored by His Majesty now, her position as a concubine is definitely secure just based on her strong family background.

In addition, Concubine Lin has become the mistress of a palace within a short period of time after entering the palace. It won’t be long before she will be promoted to the position of concubine.

"Your Majesty, why do you want me to stay in the palace?" Concubine Shen asked carefully.

Su Jingyao lazily leaned against the backrest of the Phoenix throne, her slender fingers casually turning the dazzling jewel ring on her hand, her whole body exuding an indescribable indifference.

"This time on the spring hunt, I will bring Concubine Ling, Concubine Lin, Concubine Ye and others with me. Their personal maids will also go with them. You can take this opportunity to place some people in their palaces. I will leave Nanny Li in the palace to assist you." Su Jingyao said slowly.

It’s called collaboration, but it’s actually supervision.

Su Jingyao doesn't trust anyone.

"Yes, your majesty." Concubine Shen responded quickly.

After agreeing, Concubine Shen had another question to ask, but she didn't know how to start, so she hesitated for a long time.

She finally mustered up the courage to say, "My Lady, while His Majesty and the high-ranking concubines are out of the palace, do you need me to get rid of Lady Chu's child?"

When saying this, Concubine Shen's eyes unconsciously showed a hint of ferocity.

Concubine Chu is of low status and it is impossible for her to raise a child herself. Now there are only her and Concubine Ling as concubines. There is no guarantee that His Majesty will give Concubine Chu's child to Concubine Ling.

However, she and Concubine Ling were already enemies, so she naturally could not let Concubine Ling be proud.

"You think His Majesty doesn't hate you enough?"

"The Queen Mother is still in the palace during this Spring Hunt. Even if Your Majesty doesn't care about Concubine Chu's pregnancy, do you think the Queen Mother will not send someone to look after it?"

Su Jingyao couldn't abort Concubine Chu's fetus without leaving any trace under the Empress Dowager's nose.

Even if there was no evidence left, if Concubine Chu was pregnant, the Queen Mother would suspect her first.

What's more, she had just ascended to the position of Imperial Noble Consort. If Concubine Chu had a miscarriage, wouldn't it make her, the Imperial Noble Consort, appear even more incompetent?

"Not only can you not harm Miss Chu's child, you must also protect this child. Do you understand?" Su Jingyao said lightly.

Concubine Shen couldn't help but look embarrassed by the Royal Concubine's merciless words, and her eyes drooped slightly.

"Yes, I was inconsiderate."

Then he frowned slightly and asked hesitantly, "What if Your Majesty gives Concubine Chu's child to Concubine Ling?"

Su Jingyao had a faint smile on her face. The smile seemed gentle, but the words she said were so creepy.

"This child can be transferred from his biological mother to Concubine Ling, or from Concubine Ling to you. Doesn't Concubine Shen want to see Concubine Ling gain and lose again?"

When Concubine Shen heard this, she was stunned at first, then a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth and a light flashed in her eyes.

He quickly responded, "Yes, your majesty is wise."

Concubine Shen smiled, but there was a hint of cruelty in her smile, and her heart was filled with disgust and resentment towards Concubine Ling.

If it weren't for Concubine Ling, how could she be so hated by His Majesty? Because of Concubine Ling, she no longer has His Majesty's favor in the harem and can only rely on others.

In this case, she would never let Concubine Ling have an easy time.

Changle Palace.

Concubine Lin sat quietly on the couch, her body slightly leaning forward, one hand on the edge of the couch, the other hand gently resting on her leg, her brows slightly furrowed, thinking carefully about the current situation in the harem.

The Imperial Noble Consort now holds tremendous power in the harem. Not only does she have a prominent family background, she also has a prince by her side. She is also deeply favored by His Majesty and even controls the power of the palace.

Faced with such an imperial concubine, she could not confront her head-on under any circumstances.

But does His Majesty truly love the Imperial Noble Consort, or is it just because of her family background and the prince?

On the other hand, Concubine Ling has no strong family background and no children. Everything she has was given by His Majesty.

It seems that Concubine Ling has been demoted because of the title of Imperial Noble Concubine, but His Majesty went to the Yikun Palace last night.

Those new concubines all said that she was the most favored among the newcomers. In the harem, except for the favor received by the Imperial Noble Consort, she was the one with the most favor.

However, only Concubine Lin herself knew that she did not feel the Majesty's favor at all.

Therefore, she urgently needed to know whether His Majesty treated Concubine Ling as coldly as he treated her.

She wanted to see if His Majesty was so cold-hearted by nature.

She had to confirm whether she was truly favored, or... was she being promoted by His Majesty just to serve as a shield for Concubine Ling!

During the days of spring hunting, she had to find out no matter what!

"Yuqi, I remember that Concubine Ling grew up outside the Great Wall and was particularly good at horse riding." Concubine Lin asked.

"Yes, master."

"My uncle is the General of the Central Army for this spring hunt. Find a way to pass the message to my uncle and ask him to find the horses that Concubine Ling and I took with us for the spring hunt. I will make arrangements then."

She wanted to know, if both Concubine Ling and she were injured, who would His Majesty save?

If His Majesty saves Concubine Ling, then her favor will be to protect Concubine Ling and she will definitely find a way to get rid of Concubine Ling.

If Your Majesty saved her, it means that Your Majesty cares about her, but is just cold and doesn't like to smile. Then after she becomes a concubine, you can find a way to deal with the Imperial Concubine...