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

Seeing this, Wei Yingluo quickly reached out her hand to rub the Queen's temple and asked softly, "Your Majesty, what's wrong with you? Are these lists of concubines troubling you?"

Empress Fucha sighed slightly and said slowly: "Alas, Yingluo, the Emperor will hold a beauty pageant in the early spring of next year. This is the first time the Emperor has held a beauty pageant since he ascended the throne. I still feel a little worried."

Wei Yingluo understood Empress Fucha's thoughts. She knew that as the empress of the Qing Dynasty, she should not feel jealous or dissatisfied with the selection of concubines, but deep down in her heart she found it difficult to completely let it go.

At the same time, the preparations for the beauty pageant were tedious and complicated, requiring constant screening and verification, which had consumed a great deal of Empress Fucha's time and energy.

Empress Fucha continued, "This selection is related to the continuation of the royal bloodline and the stability of the harem, and must be treated with caution. Therefore, I am really worried that some people with ulterior motives will sneak in and cause trouble for the harem.

Also, looking at these young and beautiful women, I can’t help but think of myself back then…”

Wei Yingluo comforted her, "Your Majesty, don't worry too much. I believe you will definitely choose the right girl. Besides, Your Majesty, you have always been a model of generosity and kindness, and you are deeply respected and loved by everyone. I believe that under your leadership, the harem will be harmonious and peaceful. As for the specific matters of the selection, we can work together to ensure that everything goes smoothly."

Empress Fucha nodded, agreeing with Wei Yingluo's statement, "Yingluo, you are right."

She is fully aware of the heavy responsibility she shoulders and cannot let her personal feelings affect the overall situation.

So, she decided to put aside her worries and devote herself to the preparations for the audition.

"Empress, you don't have to worry about the emperor's favor. Yingluo believes that no matter how many new people come, the person the emperor loves and respects the most will always be you. Even if all the women in the Qing Dynasty are added together, they can't compare to you in the slightest!"

Wei Yingluo spoke in a firm tone, as if conveying an unshakable belief to the Queen. She deliberately exaggerated her tone, hoping that this would make the Queen happy and put her worries aside.

As expected, when Empress Fucha heard this, she smiled like a spring flower, unable to hide it. She covered her mouth with her hand, but the laughter still leaked out from between her fingers: "Yingluo, you... are such a clever girl."

However, at this moment, a low and majestic voice suddenly came: "Which palace maid is so bold as to guess my thoughts."

The emperor's voice echoed in the air, carrying an elusive emotion.

Wei Yingluo couldn't help but secretly curse Hongli in her heart. Why did he always break into the Queen's Palace without saying hello? She had to be more careful with her words in the future.

Hearing the emperor's voice, Empress Fucha and Wei Yingluo hurriedly turned around and bowed to the emperor.

When the Queen saw the Emperor coming, a hint of joy flashed in her eyes, but then she noticed the Emperor's accusation against Wei Yingluo just now, so she signaled to Wei Yingluo with her eyes, asking her to leave quickly.

Wei Yingluo nodded in understanding, indicating that she understood the Queen's meaning.

However, just as Wei Yingluo tried to sneak away, the emperor coughed softly. Wei Yingluo immediately understood that she could not escape and had to answer the question just now.

Wei Yingluo knelt down slowly, her voice firm.

"Your Majesty, I did not speculate on your thoughts. I just told you the truth as I saw it. Your deep affection for the Empress is evident to all heaven. The servants of Changchun Palace all admire you very much. This is a fact that everyone can see."

After hearing these words, the emperor felt extremely relieved.

Seeing this, the Empress said tenderly, "Your Majesty, listen to this girl. I feel a little embarrassed."

Then, she waved her hand gently, signaling Wei Yingluo to leave the inner hall. Wei Yingluo quickly stood up, saluted, and left in a hurry.

The emperor gazed at the queen with a shy expression on her face, and a long-lost tenderness surged in his heart.

He realized that he had not seen Rongyin so shy for a long time, and he couldn't help but feel pity for her.

At this moment, the emperor only had the queen's gentle and beautiful face in his eyes, as if time had frozen at this moment.

"Rong Yin, my feelings for you are indeed as that palace maid said just now. The selection of concubines is a rule left by our ancestors. I have no other choice. You should not worry."

The emperor knew very well that asking the empress to organize the selection would not only be tiring, but she would probably feel uncomfortable too. So he hurriedly put down the memorial and rushed over from the Yangxin Palace to comfort the empress.

He hugged the queen's shoulders tightly, as if he was afraid of losing her. Their bodies were pressed tightly together, and their breathing sounds intertwined.

The emperor looked down at the queen, his eyes full of affection and concern. He gently stroked the queen's hair and said softly: "I know this matter makes you very embarrassed, don't worry, I will always protect you."

The queen felt the emperor's love and care, and the uneasiness in her heart gradually dissipated.

She raised her head, looked at the emperor tenderly, smiled slightly, and said, "I understand in my heart, and I will make good preparations for this matter."

Empress Fucha's voice was gentle but firm, expressing her trust and support for the emperor. She worked hard to manage the harem in order to reassure the emperor so that he could handle the affairs of the previous dynasty.

As for me, as long as I have his promise, I will be satisfied.

The emperor felt extremely relieved when he saw the queen's smile. He knew that the queen was a smart and strong woman who would be able to prepare for the selection.

He stroked the queen's cheek and said, "With you here, I feel relieved. You always manage the harem in an orderly manner. I believe this time will be no exception."

The empress nestled in the emperor's arms, feeling his warmth and strength. She believed that as long as she had Hongli's company and support, she could overcome any difficulties. She silently thought that no matter how many challenges lay ahead, she would go through them hand in hand with him and protect him together.

At this moment, the atmosphere in the palace became particularly warm. The figures of the emperor and the empress leaned against each other, like a beautiful painting.

Their love becomes more indestructible at this moment, as if it can withstand all the wind and rain in the world. And this deep affection will become the most precious wealth in their lives, forever engraved in each other's hearts.