Yixiu is reborn, fights against her elder sister, and becomes the queen mother

"Then your humble servant and Concubine Hui..."

Wen Shichu cautiously explored.

Yixiu chuckled, "That depends on how well you do this mission. After all, Huipin's status is there. If the emperor is in good health, he will definitely ask about the death of such a living person. How can I do anything then?"

Yixiu wanted to tell Wen Shichu that this matter was not only for her, but also for himself. Only by tying the interests of both people together could Wen Shichu do this matter wholeheartedly.

"I understand, I understand. Thank you, Your Majesty."

After Wen Shichu left, Xiudong asked Yixiu, "Empress, are we going to help Wen Shichu and Huipin get together? Or should we just leave no future troubles and resolve everything?"

Yixiu thought about it. Although getting rid of both of them could minimize the risk, Yixiu didn't want to let go, whether it was the medical skills of Doctor Wen and his son, or the influence of the Shen family in Shandong.

"Never mind, forget it. I'll have someone keep a close eye on me. With such a big handle in my hand, I'm not afraid that they won't do anything for me in the future."

Yixiu sighed and continued, "But what about Wen Shichu's new wife? It seems like their relationship isn't very good."

Xiudong saw that Yixiu was a little tired from talking, so she hurriedly offered her a cup of tea.

She smiled and said to Yixiu, "Please forgive me, Your Majesty. I have been with you for a long time, so I can guess what you are thinking.

I thought that after questioning Imperial Physician Wen, Her Majesty would definitely investigate his affairs, so I inquired about the situation of both the Wen and Zhou families.

Yixiu chuckled, "You are becoming more and more mature in your work. Pick out some useful things and tell me!"

Xiudong replied: "Yes!"

The situation of the Wen family is very simple. Doctor Wen and his wife are loving and harmonious. There is only an old concubine in the family and no children. The Wen family now has only one son, Wen Shichu.

The situation of the Zhou family is a little more complicated. Although Zhou Xiuniang seems dignified and virtuous, she is actually involved in many big businesses in Beijing and even often travels around disguised as a man.

"This woman is truly remarkable. To be able to achieve this as a woman, she must be no ordinary person. It's no wonder she looks down on Wen Shichu."

Yixiu sighed.

As a woman, Yixiu certainly knows how difficult it is for women to do business like men. She has reached her current position only because of her son and Su Chou, who have cultivated so many forces.

But Zhou Xiuniang did not rely on anyone, but on the few opportunities that her maternal grandparents had left in the capital, and she made a name for herself on her own. It was truly rare.

"What a coincidence! Zhou Xiuniang's stepsister, Zhou Qingniang, is one of the concubines bestowed upon His Royal Highness the Crown Prince by the Emperor."

Yixiu also felt a little strange about what happened that day. Zhou Qingniang looked ordinary, so why did the emperor choose her? (The emperor had secret guards and a stick-sticking department around him, so Yixiu couldn't let anyone keep an eye on her.)

"This Zhou family is truly full of extraordinary people!"

Yixiu sighed again.

Xiudong suggested, "Since that's the case, why don't you summon both Zhou Xiuniang and Zhou Qingniang to the palace? Firstly, to test their scheming and abilities, and secondly, to see how this matter will be resolved in the future."

It is impossible for Yixiu to only believe Wen Shichu's one-sided statement. If he said that the two of them had agreed to divorce, does that mean they had definitely agreed to divorce?

Yixiu doesn't trust anyone, she only trusts herself.

"Your plan is good, girl. If that's the case, then let's arrange it this way! But we need a reason. Just say that I want to give instructions to the prince's concubines and princesses so that they can serve him well in the future. As for Wen Shichu's wife, Zhou Xiuniang, let's use the excuse of letting the sisters have a small gathering and call her into the palace!"

"Yes!"

After receiving instructions from Wen Shichu, Shen Meizhuang pretended to be sick.

Everything should be done step by step. It is impossible that a living person who has been in good health all the time can suddenly die. This is really suspicious.

.........

East Palace

"I have the Empress' message. She wants to teach you all some rules so that you can serve the Crown Prince well and help the Concubine maintain stability in the Eastern Palace. Once you have packed up, please follow me to Jingren Palace and don't keep the Empress waiting."

Jianqiu looked at the four concubines and ladies who were called by the housekeeper and said.

The four concubines below had different expressions. Princess Yu was the first to open her mouth and bowed with a smile:

"I obey your order. The Queen is kind and has taught us the rules. We will study hard and live up to your kindness."

Ming Gege couldn't help but secretly criticize in her heart, what a flatterer.

But she quickly followed suit with a smile, "Being personally taught by the Empress, even if it's just a casual pointer, is a blessing we'll benefit from for the rest of our lives. Aunt Jianqiu, you must have worked really hard to come here today."

After saying that, she bowed behind her, took out a jade bracelet of excellent quality from her sleeve, and slowly walked forward to put it into Jianqiu's hand.

"I am a dull girl, if I have made any mistakes, please correct me, aunt."

Yu Gege glared at Ming Gege, but seeing Jianqiu was here, she didn't say anything and could only grit her teeth.

Li Gege looked innocent and bright. She just smiled and nodded, and did not try to please Jianqiu.

Zhou Gege stood aside, her appearance as calm as a chrysanthemum. Apart from the necessary etiquette, she didn't say a word, nor did she make any extra expressions or movements.

Jianqiu did not refuse Minggege's bribe, but generously put it into her arms.

She smiled and said, "Please go change your clothes, ladies, and follow me later!"

After saying that, the four concubines followed their personal maids to change their clothes quickly. It would be bad to let Jianqiu and the queen wait for them.

Princess Zhou was dressed in the simplest and plainest way. Her appearance was ordinary to begin with, and if she dressed too much, she would look rather ugly. However, this simplicity had a certain elegance and beauty.

She was the first to finish cleaning up, and Jianqiu came up to her and said with a smile:

"Ms. Zhou's elder sister, Mrs. Wen Zhou, also came to the palace today. The Empress was kind and thought that Mrs. Zhou might not have seen her sister for a long time, so she allowed Mrs. Zhou to have a good talk with Mrs. Wen."

Zhou Gege's face was filled with surprise. Although she had heard that Zhou Xiu Niang had a good marriage and her husband was very capable in the Imperial Hospital, could it be that this imperial physician had defected to the Empress Dowager and gained face in front of the Empress Dowager?

Zhou Gege thought to herself that something was wrong. The relationship between her and Zhou Xiuniang could not be said to be bad, but rather incompatible. Now she had not yet gained a foothold in the East Palace. If Zhou Xiuniang and the Queen said something secretly, there was no guarantee that the Queen would hate her.