Story of Yanxi Palace: Fu Ying's banner will never fall

One morning ten days ago, the sunlight shone through the window into the house, but it could not dispel the tense atmosphere.

Wei Yingning's good friend Zhiheng suddenly fell ill.

What no one knew was that it was this little incident that made Wei Yingning's originally peaceful days become turbulent once again.

Because Zhiheng was responsible for an important task in the embroidery workshop - to embroider a dragon robe for the emperor and deliver it to the Yangxin Palace on time.

However, the palace maids in the embroidery workshop were busy preparing for the Queen Mother's upcoming birthday celebration and were unable to attend to the event.

Faced with this dilemma, Zhiheng had no choice but to ask Wei Yingning for help.

"Aman, please help me! I know you are very busy, but if you go and come back quickly, we can complete the task in less than an hour."

Zhiheng lay on the sickbed, her face as pale as paper, and her voice as weak as a candle in the wind.

Wei Yingning looked at her haggard appearance, her heart filled with worry and heartache.

She agreed without hesitation: "Don't worry about your recovery. I will send the dragon robe right away. You should drink the medicine quickly and rest in peace."

After saying that, Wei Yingning gently scooped up a spoonful of medicine and carefully brought it to Zhiheng's mouth.

Zhiheng was filled with gratitude, her eyes sparkling with joy, and she said quickly: "Aman, I knew you were the best to me!"

After drinking the medicine, she closed her eyes contentedly, as if temporarily forgetting the torture of the illness.

Wei Yingning looked at Zhiheng's painful expression and couldn't help but sigh softly.

She felt that Zhiheng was a little strange recently. She mentioned Yingluo frequently and longed to become a palace maid as respected and admired as Yingluo.

This change made Wei Yingning confused and worried.

What exactly caused Zhiheng to have such thoughts? Wei Yingning decided to wait until Zhiheng recovered and find an opportunity to have a good talk with her to find out what she really thought.

After all, in this palace that is as deep as the sea, every step must be taken with caution, and the slightest mistake may lead to an irretrievable situation.

As a friend, Wei Yingning hopes that Zhiheng can keep her original intention and live happily and peacefully.

No matter how earnestly he advised her, it seemed to be of no avail. She was now desperately embroidering the dragon robe, and eventually fell ill from overwork and was bedridden.

Wei Yingning couldn't help but ask, "Zhiheng, why are you doing this?"

"Ah Man, I have no choice! Our family is not well-off. My father is in the government and needs money to run things. My mother is ill and my younger brother is still young and ignorant. The family can only rely on me for their livelihood."

Zhiheng's face was full of sorrow. After she told the truth helplessly, she burst into tears quietly.

She thought to herself that no one in this world could truly understand her heart.

I dream of becoming successful and distinguished one day, so how can I be willing to be a humble palace maid in this small embroidery workshop for the rest of my life?

"Zhiheng, you don't have to be so anxious. I am willing to give you all the savings I have accumulated over the years." Wei Yingning said anxiously.

Seeing her best friend in such a state and with such a haggard face, she couldn't help but become worried that her friend would ruin her health for money.

However, Zhiheng shook her head slightly, indicating that she was unwilling to accept help from others, and urged Wei Yingning, "Aman, you don't have to worry, I can handle it well. Go to the Yangxin Palace and present the dragon robe for me."

"Well, in that case, I will go to the Yangxin Palace to deliver the dragon robe first. You should take a good rest and recuperate. I will come to see you when I have dealt with it properly."

Wei Yingning slowly put down the bowl of medicine in her hand, and then hurriedly walked out of the bedroom.

Wei Yingning held the exquisite dragon robe in her hand and walked quickly towards the Yangxin Palace.

Since Wei Yingning still had the daily clothes to be presented to the emperor to be made, she had to deliver the dragon robe to its destination as soon as possible and then rush back to the embroidery workshop to continue embroidering the daily clothes.

So she quickened her pace and hurried along the way.

The threshold in front of me was getting closer and closer. I could reach the Palace of Tranquil Longevity by just crossing it.

However, at this moment, a man appeared in front of Wei Yingning without any warning.

Seeing the elegantly dressed man in front of her made her panic and she stepped back subconsciously, but because she moved too hastily, she lost her balance and eventually tripped to the ground.

At the same time, the dragon robe that was originally placed steadily on the tray also fell down and landed heavily on the ground.

Faced with such an embarrassing situation, Wei Yingning hurriedly picked up the tray again and knelt down to salute, her eyes fixed on the corner of the man's clothes in front of her.

This person could be seen near the Palace of Tranquil Longevity, so his identity must be extraordinary, most likely a prince or noble.

Considering his age, Wei Yingning thought to herself that the person in front of her must be Prince Hongzhou.

So she said tremblingly: "I greet the Prince!"

Hearing the voice, Hong Zhou narrowed his eyes slightly and responded with a smile.

"Hmm? Although you are a clumsy little maid, you are quite smart. In that case, then raise your head and let me take a good look at what you look like."

There was a hint of curiosity and amusement in his words.

"I, your servant, would never dare to pollute your eyes!"

Wei Yingning was trembling all over and buried her head deeper, her heart filled with endless fear.

You know, this Prince Heqin is known to the world for his notoriety and lawlessness!

"It's okay. There's no need to be so reserved." Prince Hongzhou raised the corner of his mouth and waved his hand casually, signaling Wei Yingning to stand up.

Although she was extremely reluctant in her heart, how could Wei Yingning dare to have the slightest intention of disobeying such a powerful person?

She had no choice but to stand up slowly, praying silently in her heart: I hope that other palace servants will happen to pass by here at this moment, so that she can get away and avoid being alone with this difficult Prince He.

However, the opposite happened. It was quiet all around, without a single person in sight.

It seems like there is no way to escape today... Wei Yingning couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

Sometimes fate is really helpless. No matter how you try to escape, what is coming will eventually come.

Wei Yingning finally stood up with her head still lowered. She took a deep breath and mustered up the courage to speak.

"I still need to rush to the Yangxin Palace to present the dragon robe. If I delay for too long, I may cause the emperor to blame me, so I will bid farewell to you, Your Majesty."

"Wait!" Prince Hong Zhou suddenly called out to Wei Yingning who was about to turn around and leave.

He was holding a folding fan, and said jokingly, "Look, the dragon robe has fallen to the ground. It is in such a shabby state. How can I give it to my brother?"

After saying this, he looked at Wei Yingning with interest, as if he was looking forward to seeing how this little palace maid would respond next.