The queen has four sons and six daughters, and she can call the wind and rain

Yun Zhining was changing clothes in the inner room, while Qi Yejing and the others all moved to the main hall outside and sat down. Concubine Zhou poured a cup of warm tea for the eldest prince, and seeing that Qi Yejing was chatting with Empress Dowager Xiaoci and did not notice them, she asked in a low voice.

"Ming'er, why did you speak up for Ming Guiren just now? Wouldn't it be better to just sit back and watch her make a fool of herself?"

The eldest prince frowned slightly and looked at her seriously.

"Mother, you must always remind yourself that you are a noble concubine, and Ming Guiren is just a small noble. There is a huge difference between you and her, so you don't need to lower yourself to embarrass her. Even if she can really rise step by step, as long as you don't make any mistakes, she will always be inferior to you and will always pay respect to you. Why bother yourself?"

"But what if she wins the favor of your father and has a prince by chance? What should we do then?"

"Mother, do you think I am not as good as a baby?"

Concubine Zhou was silent.

The eldest prince also knew that she was worried about him, so he did not blame her.

"Mother, don't listen to the instigation of those people below. They just want to use you to overthrow Ming Guiren. If you fall into their trap, it will be like a quarrel between the snipe and the clam, and the fisherman will benefit. There are still a lot of people behind you waiting to step on your corpse to get to the top. Once you fall, they will be the happiest ones."

"So you just need to listen to me. You have to believe me. I will become very powerful and will become the son that father is most satisfied with. I will also protect you."

"Ming'er is right. As long as you behave yourself, I will never treat you unfairly. No matter how favored Ming Guiren is, she can never surpass you. Stop being jealous. Take good care of Ming'er and teach him well. I only have two sons now, and Ming'er is the eldest prince. I will have to rely on him a lot in the future. You must not let me down!"

Suddenly a voice came to her ears. Concubine Zhou was so scared that her face turned pale and her lips could not help trembling.

"Your Majesty, I, your servant, did not mean it just now. I just, ..."

"Okay, I know you're worried. I just said it before. As long as you're fine, I'll treat you well for Ming'er's sake. Don't let me down!"

Seeing that Qi Yejing had no intention of blaming her, Concubine Zhou finally breathed a sigh of relief, but a hint of guilt also rose in her heart.

"I am sorry for being petty and making Your Majesty laugh at me."

"Well, no one is perfect. It is a good thing to correct one's mistakes."

"Yes, I will abide by my duties in the future and will never again be jealous and cause trouble to the emperor."

"That's pretty much it."

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a sound of footsteps coming from the inner room. Qi Yejing quickly turned around and looked at the person who came. Concubine Zhou bit her lip, a hint of jealousy flashed in her eyes. The eldest prince patted his mother's hand and gave her some comfort.

The mist and clouds were like brocade, like reflecting water, which made Yun Zhining's almond eyes, rosy cheeks and skin as white as snow stand out more. Concubine Zhou touched her face subconsciously. She had been busy competing for favor with various concubines recently and had no time to take care of herself. In addition, her skin condition was worse as she got older. No, she would ask the nanny to take care of her when she returned. She didn't believe that she would lose to a little girl.

Yun Zhining didn't know that her outfit had irritated Concubine Zhou and thus triggered a new round of palace fighting. She just felt that the clothes suited her very well and she felt more grateful to the eldest prince. However, she felt heartbroken when she thought of the eldest prince's final outcome.

The eldest prince noticed that there was something wrong with the way Yun Zhining looked at him, so he took the initiative to ask.

"Why is Lord Ming looking at me like that? Is there something dirty on my face?"

"There are things, but there is no dirt."

This answer was beyond the eldest prince's expectations, and he suddenly became interested in his father's new favorite.

"Oh, then, Mr. Ming, please tell me, what is there on my face?"

"Intelligence and wisdom, as well as tolerance and generosity."

"puff!"

This time, not only the eldest prince was stunned, but even Qi Yejing and Empress Dowager Xiaoci were shocked by her words, and Concubine Zhou couldn't believe her ears.

"Mr. Ming, what are you talking about?"

"I say, the eldest prince is worthy of being the son of the emperor. He is very outstanding. He knows how to save face for women and can think of the best way. He is so smart and considerate at such a young age. He will become a great man when he grows up."

"Moreover, according to common sense, most children would not like a woman who competes with his mother for favor, but the eldest prince was able to break away from this kind of thinking and treat me with a higher-dimensional mindset. So I really think that the eldest prince has a very broad mind and is very tolerant."

"Of course, the reason why he has grown up like this is also because of the good teaching of the emperor and the imperial concubine. In time, he will definitely make brilliant achievements and will definitely not let down the emperor and the imperial concubine's training and expectations."

Any mother would not refuse others praising her child, not to mention that Yun Zhining was very beautiful and had a sincere look in her eyes. You could tell she was sincere at first glance. Concubine Zhou's grudge against her disappeared a lot in an instant. She even thought secretly that if Yun Zhining was honest and didn't play tricks on her, didn't plot against her, frame her, or hurt her child, she would be willing to live in peace with Yun Zhining and keep out of each other's way.

Concubine Zhou covered her mouth and laughed, as if she had heard of great joy. Qi Yejing also had a look of pride and honor on his face, because he was the one who raised the eldest prince, and he was very satisfied with this son. Seeing others appreciate and praise the eldest prince made him happier than praising himself.

"Ming Guiren is indeed a man of sharp vision and a kind heart. Ming'er has indeed performed very well at a young age. If he can grow up as usual and do something in the future, then Daye will have hope for the future."

The future of Daye?

Concubine Zhou's heart trembled and her breathing became hot.

Is what the emperor said what she was thinking?

Is that what you mean?

If that's true, then wouldn't she be able to become the empress dowager?

Ming'er is indeed smart. As long as they behave themselves and stand firm, Daye will belong to them, mother and son.

Thinking of this, Concubine Zhou looked at Yun Zhining with a much kinder look.

Yun Zhining was her lucky star. If she could always behave herself and not have conflicts with her, then when she became the empress dowager, she would confer the title of noble concubine on her and let her enjoy her old age.

Qi Yejing saw Concubine Zhou's expression clearly. He held up the teacup to hide the sarcasm on the corner of his mouth. His every word and action was also seen by Yun Zhining, who slowly clenched her hands hidden under her sleeves.

The emperor is heartless. In his eyes, everything can be exploited, including feelings and his own son.

The emperor is heartless. In his eyes, everything can be exploited, including feelings and his own son.

After repeating it silently twice, her heart slowly calmed down.