The crabapple tree is fragrant in the tent, and the bright moon is in my arms

Zhao Yue propped herself up from the bed, her eyes half open and half closed: "Is it raining?"

Taoxi smiled and wrung out the handkerchief: "My lady, it's time to get up!"

He Quan put the breakfast on the table and said, "My lady, please wear this today. I have already picked out the jewelry."

Zhao Yue sighed, rubbed her eyes, put her hand on He Quan's arm, and got up from the bed.

Taoxi's handkerchief was also brought to him. After washing up, Zhaoyue took a few bites of breakfast.

Then he left Ningzhu Pavilion and went towards Yanxi Palace.

On the way, Taoxi whispered, "My lady, something happened in Fengyi Palace yesterday. It was very dangerous."

"What's the matter?" Zhao Yue asked curiously.

He Quan followed behind them, not too close but not too far away.

Tao Xi: "Yesterday at midnight, a lot of poisonous snakes fell from the beams in the Queen's bedroom. I heard they were this thick!"

She put her hands together to measure the size, then opened her arms: "It's still this long!"

"..." Zhao Yue looked at her seriously and said, "It's so thick and long, could it be a snake king that has become a spirit and can swallow the queen in one gulp?"

Tao Xi shook her head: "The Queen was so frightened that she almost miscarried. At the critical moment, the Imperial Guards came in and fought with the snake, saving the Queen."

She patted her chest, looking frightened: "Fortunately the Queen is fine, otherwise His Majesty would be furious."

Zhao Yue stopped and stared at her: "Tao Xi, where did you hear this?"

"The Yulin Guard who was on patrol this morning said he also killed a big snake yesterday."

Zhao Yue patted her head and took a step forward: "The Imperial Guards in the Imperial City are really skilled. You should stay away from them in the future."

"Hmm?" Tao Xi tilted her head and took a step back to He Quan's side: "What do you mean, young master?"

He Quan: "My lord, I am worried about you. The Yulin Guards can kill a snake as thick as a bowl with one sword. I am afraid that they will get too angry and stab your small body as well."

Taoxi: “……?”

Although Yanxi Palace is closer than Fengyi Palace, it still takes a while to walk there.

It was windy today, and even though Zhaoyue was wearing a thick cloak, her cheeks were still a little red.

Caiyue was standing at the palace gate. Seeing Zhaoyue, she smiled and bowed: "Please come in, noble lady Zhao."

Zhaoyue smiled and nodded. Xiao Quanzi stayed in the outer courtyard. When Taoxi helped her in, they passed by Yanhuiyuan. Thinking of Hua Daguo, she looked at her a few more times.

Lingpin, Fangfei and Hua Daying had already taken their seats. Fangfei and Zhaoyue looked at each other and both smiled.

There were also two unfamiliar ones, one with a round and cute face, and the other beautiful and quiet, with eyebrows and eyes somewhat similar to Lingpin.

Zhaoyue withdrew her gaze and guessed in her heart that it should be the Rui Changzai introduced by the Queen, and Lingpin's sister, Meng Da Ying.

There was a hint of surprise in her eyes. The maid in the flower room actually had a higher rank than Meng Da Ying. Zhu Dingyuan was really afraid that there would be chaos in the harem.

The appearance of Zhaoyue made the already silent hall even quieter. The charcoal fire was burning brightly and it was warm as spring inside. Everyone took off their cloaks. Taoxi held her cloak and stood quietly behind her.

She sat next to Concubine Fang, waiting for Concubine Gao to appear.

Meng Da Ying and Rui Chang Zai on the opposite side had their pupils trembling and even their lips slightly opened when they saw her.

It was the first time they saw Zhaoyue, and also the first time they saw such a beautiful person.

Although she was wearing a dress suitable for her noble status, she had a seductive temperament. She did not look tacky like the charming lady. On the contrary, her exquisite face complemented her charming demeanor, which was impossible to ignore.

When she glanced at me lightly, I felt numb all over and my bones went weak. She just sat there and the air seemed to become ambiguous. She was like the unbreakable spring love and the blooming crabapple tree, making people willing to admire her.

Rui Xin clenched her hands under her sleeves and tried hard to regain her composure.

Meng Shuran thought about her sister's words, "the stunning Concubine Zhao," and there was a glimmer of self-mockery in her eyes.

This is not just stunning, it is simply bringing disaster to the country and the people.

Ning Ruxin also arrived. She glanced at the people in the hall and sat down opposite Zhaoyue, next to Lingpin.

Zhaoyue looked up at her. Her face was still the same as before, but she was covered with too much makeup, making her look pale. In addition, the strong wind outside made her cheeks very red. At first glance, she looked white and red, which was a bit strange.

The incense stick was almost burned out, and there was no trace of Concubine Gao. Caiyue stood beside the concubine's seat, with her head lowered, and did not explain.

The highest-ranking person among those present was Concubine Fang, and since she didn't ask anything, they had no choice but to continue sitting there.

Zhao Yue brought the hot tea and took a sip. Concubine Fang looked at her and said, "You choked on the wind a few days ago. The wind is so strong this morning. Do you feel uncomfortable?"

Everyone's eyes fell on Zhao Yue. The smile on her lips was soft and charming, and her eyes were shining with warmth: "Thank you for your concern, sister. I'm much better now. But sister, you are wearing thinner clothes than the rest of us."

Concubine Fang: "I am the daughter of a military official, so of course I am in good health." She blinked and smiled.

Lingpin on the opposite side looked at their smiles, rolled her eyes and snorted coldly.

She knew Zhaoyue was good at talking, so she turned her gaze to Ning Ruxin beside her: "I haven't seen Concubine Ning for a long time. You look so good. Look at your cheeks, so rosy."

Lingpin smelled the rich scent of makeup on her body, and her tone of voice became more and more varied.

Ning Ruxin reached out her hand and gently stroked her face: "Really? I can't compare to your sister's beauty. The red rouge on your lips really matches your sister's skin tone."

Unexpectedly, Ning Ruxin was not angry at all and even complimented her. Lingpin didn't know how to respond for a moment, so Zhaoyue spoke up: "It really suits Sister Lingpin's skin tone. It looks great."

Concubine Fang also spoke up: "Is it a new tribute from the Ministry of Internal Affairs? I also think it is very beautiful."

Lingpin looked into their eyes and moved her lips: "It's just, it's just ordinary lip balm. If you like it, I'll send some to you sisters later."

Ning Ruxin: "I am so sorry, Sister Lingpin is so generous. I admire you."

Concubine Fang: "Thank you very much, sister."

Zhao Yue also smiled sweetly: "Thank you, Sister Lingpin."

Meng Ying and Tong Rui Chang Zai also stood up and saluted: "Thank you, Lady Lingpin."

Lingpin forced a smile. Why did the conversation suddenly come to this point? She picked up the tea and took a few sips: "Has the Imperial Concubine not stood up yet?"

If she stayed any longer, she was afraid that something would be missing again.

The figure of Concubine Gao appeared. She walked out from the side screen with light steps, the pearl hairpin on her bun swaying slightly, and she was holding a snow-white cat in her arms.

She sat down in the main seat and said in a gentle tone, "Why, am I late?"