The Legend of Zhen Huan: Year after year, we share the spring breeze

After respectfully seeing the emperor off, the two returned to the palace.

Before Zhen Huan could speak, An Lingrong took the lead and said, "Sister, let's talk!"

Zhen Huan nodded.

Jinxi led the others out.

Seeing her unfriendly expression, Zhen Huan apologized, "Rong'er, I was reckless today, but I..."

"I know you're thinking of me, sister, but I don't need it." An Lingrong's expression was more serious than ever. "I don't need the emperor's favor."

Zhen Huan was stunned.

An Lingrong used the cake on the table as an analogy, "The Emperor's heart is like this cake. A large portion is given to the country, a portion to the ministers of the previous dynasty. The remaining small portion is the harem, and it is divided into many small portions to various concubines. When it comes to us, there is only a little left."

He scooped up a small piece with a spoon and held it up to Zhen Huan.

"Holy Grace is the most unreliable thing in this world, like the stars in the sky. Although they are bright and dazzling, how many people can pick them? He can give it to us easily, and he can also take it away easily. Whoever takes it seriously first will lose!"

An Lingrong looked at Zhen Huan meaningfully, but she also knew that now was the time when Zhen Huan and the Emperor had the strongest feelings for each other, so Zhen Huan would not take these words to heart and would just stop there.

"I'm not as smart and clever as my sister, nor as dignified and steady as Sister Mei. I can't read his eyes, and I can't understand the deeper meaning behind his simple words. When facing the emperor, I often feel anxious and uneasy. I have to pretend to be myself, and I have to think twice before saying anything. Even when I smile, I have to think about how to curl the corners of my mouth upwards. I'm tired. I don't want to live like this."

"I know that sister's actions are due to the words of Hua Fei who provoked her a few days ago. Sister Mei and I didn't take it to heart, but you took it to heart."

Zhen Huan was struck by her words: "Rong'er, you are a rare clear-headed person, but in this harem, life is hard without favor."

"My elder sister is the most favored among the six palaces, and my elder sister Mei is also highly regarded by the emperor. I have the protection of my two elder sisters, so how can my life be difficult?

If one day I need to fight for divine favor to keep us safe, then I will fight for it."

Zhen Huan recalled the twists and turns An Lingrong had experienced since entering the palace, and she felt that it would be a good idea to protect her under her wings. At least it would allow her to retain her pure and passionate nature and not be contaminated by the mire of the harem.

After thinking this through, Zhen Huan calmed down.

An Lingrong's tone was sincere and genuine as she continued, "Sister Mei and Sister Mei have known each other since childhood and have grown up together. The tacit understanding between you is deep-rooted. You can guess each other's intentions with just a glance or a gesture. But I joined later, and tacit understanding can't be cultivated overnight. I know that the education you received taught you to hide your emotions, your thoughts, your likes and dislikes, and your sorrows and joys. But I come from the countryside and have little etiquette or education. If my actions have displeased you, please tell me frankly. If I can change, I will. If not, we will part ways amicably. I treat you the same way."

"My sister is so frank that it makes me feel ashamed." Zhen Huan finally understood why Shen Meizhuang regarded her as her best friend in just a few months.

The woman in front of him had clear eyes, a pure mind, and was independent of the world. She was like a flame that dispelled all the coldness and darkness. All hypocrisy was insignificant in front of her.

Just as he finished speaking, Su Peisheng sent someone to deliver Shen Meizhuang's message: "Mrs. Shen asked the two young ladies to rest in peace."

An Lingrong breathed a sigh of relief. The emperor did not become suspicious, and she finally passed this hurdle today.

"Sister, do you have anything to ask me?"

The emperor's visit to Suiyuxuan today was beyond their expectations and disrupted their plans. Zhen Huan took on the task and managed to make everything go smoothly.

"No." Zhen Huan also understood what she meant. After the conversation just now, Zhen Huan trusted An Lingrong even more. "If you want to talk, I'm all ears. If you don't want to talk, I won't ask a single question. I'm sure Sister Mei will do the same."

"Thank you for your understanding, sister."

"By the way, what did you say about my bed?" Zhen Huan remembered something.

An Lingrong was stunned for a moment before she realized that Zhen Huan was asking about something she had unconsciously said when Yongzheng arrived. "I was going to say that your bed is very comfortable. It's no wonder that it was decorated by the Emperor himself. This is the first time I've seen a pepper wall!"

"It's late, why don't you stay here tonight?" Zhen Huan asked tentatively.

An Lingrong said without hesitation, "Okay." After a moment's thought, she added, "Forget it. You're too far from Jingren Palace. I'll probably have to get up half an hour earlier tomorrow. I'd better go back while it's still cool at night!"

Zhen Huan laughed and asked Xiao Yunzi to send An Lingrong back to Yanxi Palace.

After washing and changing clothes, Zhen Huan lay on the bed, which still had the same smell as An Lingrong's head and Shen Meizhuang's.

"My lady, you must be tired today, so go to bed early!" Jin Xi helped her cover herself with a blanket.

Zhen Huan thought about today's events and said with a smile, "I'm not tired, it's Rong'er who is tired!"

Jin Xi thought about An Lingrong's singing, "From what I see, it seems that Miss Wen has no intention of gaining the Emperor's favor!"

Zhen Huan nodded. "In this palace, many people hide their edge. For example, Concubine Duan, Concubine Jing, and Noble Lady Xin, they just want to live in peace! I was careless today. Rong'er may be intelligent, but she comes from a humble family and has a shallow foundation. If she were to go up against Concubine Hua one day, I'm afraid she wouldn't even be able to fight back. Restraining her edge is the best solution!"

"With you and Concubine Shen's protection, her life in the palace will not be difficult!"

Zhen Huan shook her head. "No, I always feel that she has a mysterious aura. It's still uncertain who will protect whom in the future!"