An Lingrong's Rebirth: Changing Fate from the Suiyuxuan

Chapter 512: Arrogant at First and Respectful Later

"The Emperor wants to appoint Wanpin as his consort. You in the Ministry of Internal Affairs are not unaware of this. Take a closer look at this auspicious dress!"

The angry voice of Concubine Duan came from the side, which brought Jiang Zhongmin, who was still daydreaming, back to his senses.

Looking at the big tear at the hem of the auspicious robe, even he, who was eloquent, lost the ability to speak for a moment.

Just as Concubine Duan said, the Emperor was going to promote Zhen Huan to the rank of concubine, and this had already been announced to the six palaces. The auspicious dress that would be worn on the day of the coronation was also carefully prepared by the palace embroiderers under the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Therefore, it is obviously impossible for Jiang Zhongmin to say that he knows nothing at this time.

However, Jiang Zhongmin also knew clearly what the damaged auspicious robes meant.

"Miss!"

After realizing what was happening, Jiang Zhongmin kowtowed deeply to where Concubine Duan and the others were, and said in a trembling voice, "I have instructed my men to carefully prepare all the things that will be needed for Concubine Wan's conferment. However, I really don't know how the auspicious dress became like this!"

Listening to Jiang Zhongmin's defense that was comparable to "knowing nothing about anything", everyone's eyes, including Concubine Duan's, were cold.

Yes, things have become like this now. No matter if he really didn't know or it was a false excuse, as long as Jiang Zhongmin is not stupid, he would not directly admit in front of everyone that it was his dereliction of duty.

Anyway, as long as he insists to death that he was ignorant of the matter, he can then turn around and push the blame onto the eunuchs below him. With the protection of the queen, there is a great possibility that Jiang Zhongmin will get away with it.

When she thought of this, Zhen Huan couldn't sit still anymore.

If it wasn't for chance, she would have had to wait until she was awarded the title before she would have discovered this.

If I am not paying attention and the emperor notices me, the result that awaits me will definitely not be good.

What's more, Zhen Huan now feels that this matter is not just an accident.

Behind this, there might be a conspiracy waiting for her to fall into!

Therefore, when Jiang Zhongmin began to try to clear himself of suspicion, Zhen Huan also looked at Concubine Duan for help.

Although almost all the concubines present could be said to be Zhen Huan's "allies", Shen Meizhuang and An Lingrong treated her sincerely, and Concubine Jing was separated from Zhen Huan because of Shen Meizhuang.

In comparison, Concubine Duan and Zhen Huan formed an alliance earlier, and they originally united because of Nian Shilan and their mutual interests.

Now, Nian Shilan has been overthrown, but she is still in the cold palace, and no one can guarantee that she will not make a comeback one day.

Concubine Duan was not a petty person. Even if the plan was successful, she would not destroy the bridge after crossing the river to help Zhen Huan.

So, when Concubine Duan received the pleading look from Zhen Huan, she thought about it and immediately came up with an idea.

"Manager Jiang, please stand up and answer the question first."

Concubine Duan glanced at Jiang Zhongmin indifferently, and then signaled Jiang Zhongmin that he didn't have to kneel on the ground.

Hearing this, Jiang Zhongmin's heart, which had been hanging in the air, was suddenly at ease.

Concubine Duan has a long history in the palace and is a fair and just person. Even the Emperor will listen to what she says.

Therefore, when Jiang Zhongmin heard Concubine Duan calling him to get up, he thought that his performance had successfully won the other party's trust.

Jiang Zhongmin hurriedly got up from the ground, but he didn't care about his slightly embarrassing behavior.

Next, he thanked Concubine Duan, expressed his apologies to Zhen Huan, and finally took his leave.

"My lady..."

Jiang Zhongmin thought these steps very well in his mind and was ready to take action.

Unexpectedly, he had just started talking when Concubine Duan's voice interrupted him.

"I am not going to criticize you too much because I think you were promoted by the Empress and you have only been in the Ministry of Internal Affairs for a short time. However, Wanpin's wedding dress is waiting to be used. No matter what, it is your negligence. I don't want to make a big deal out of it. If it disturbs the Emperor and the Empress, you will be to blame!"

"Yes, yes! Your Majesty is absolutely right!"

Jiang Zhongmin originally thought that he had been "gently let go" by Concubine Duan.

He didn't expect that it was all his illusion. Concubine Duan didn't believe his explanation at all. Instead, she put all the blame for the damaged auspicious dress on him!

Jiang Zhongmin was naturally very angry about this.

However, Concubine Duan was well versed in the art of speaking, and she could make things clear with just a few words.

Moreover, when Concubine Duan finished speaking, Jiang Zhongmin even heard a hint of "threat" in her words.

Obviously, if he did not agree with Concubine Duan's arrangement and did not handle the matter perfectly, Concubine Duan would not tolerate it.

Once the matter came before the Emperor, one side was his concubines, among whom Zhen Huan was the "favored concubine", and the other side was just a eunuch. It was obvious which one was more important!

Thinking of this, Jiang Zhongmin could only suppress his resentment and smiled at Concubine Duan and the others, "Ladies, please be patient. I promise! I will solve this matter perfectly according to Concubine Duan's wishes!"

"Ah."

Hearing Jiang Zhongmin's assurance, Concubine Duan nodded first, and then asked Zhen Huan, who was silent beside her, "Sister, what do you think?"

Zhen Huan originally had a lot to say, and especially when Jiang Zhongmin tried to shirk responsibility, her anger grew even more intense, and she almost couldn't control herself from cursing.

However, Zhen Huan was a lady from a noble family after all, and she had the comfort of An Lingrong and Shen Meizhuang by her side, all of which helped to distract her attention.

By the time Concubine Duan had almost resolved the matter, Zhen Huan's anger had long subsided.

Facing the question from Concubine Duan, Zhen Huan said expressionlessly: "I hope that Chief Steward Jiang can learn from this lesson and never let such an 'accident' happen again!"

"Yes!" Seeing this, Jiang Zhongmin immediately knelt down and kowtowed to Zhen Huan, "Please rest assured, Madam Wanpin, I will keep a close eye on those little brats and there will be no more mistakes!"

As he spoke, Jiang Zhongmin wiped the cold sweat from his forehead with his sleeve.

He had known that nothing good would happen this time when he came to Xianfu Palace, but when he really faced these concubines, Jiang Zhongmin realized that he had underestimated the enemy before.

Apart from anything else, if Jiang Zhongmin had not made things difficult for the little palace maid at the beginning because of his contempt for Concubine Duan, he would not have been in such a passive situation when facing Concubine Duan.

"Well, since nothing is wrong, you can kneel down and greet me."

Concubine Duan was also very satisfied with Zhen Huan's reaction. Seeing that Jiang Zhongmin was still standing there, she waved to him, indicating that Jiang Zhongmin could leave.

However, at this moment, another figure walked towards the hall, which surprised everyone.