Rebirth: Phoenix Riding the Ninth Heaven

Wang Yuyan has planted her influence throughout the harem, closely monitoring everyone's every move. However, Emperor Qian remains consumed by the pain of losing Qiao Xinran, and he spares no expense to ensure she receives a lavish funeral.

Emperor Qian decided to bury Qiao Xinran and the Second Prince together and arrange their tombs in the same place to fulfill their wish of reuniting mother and son. This move attracted widespread attention and discussion inside and outside the palace, but Emperor Qian had made up his mind and no one could change his decision.

Meanwhile, Wang Yuyan's influence gradually permeates every corner of the palace, and she begins to take action against those who might threaten her position. For a time, panic and undercurrents surged in the palace, and everyone acted cautiously, fearing that they would be drawn into the vortex of this power struggle.

Ma Xiuxiu and those imperial doctors who could treat smallpox had all been stabbed to death with the death of Qiao Xinran. Qiao Xinran now wanted to use Meng Wanzhou as a chess piece. Meng Wanjun had been in the palace for so many years without a son or daughter, so she would not be a hindrance to her overall situation.

When Meng Wanjun came to pay her respects, Wang Yuyan deliberately kept her with her. Looking at Meng Wanzhou's frail body, Wang Yuyan frowned, walked forward, and asked with concern, "Sister, what's wrong with you? You look so haggard. You must eat well and take care of yourself." Meng Wanjun lowered her head slightly, bowed respectfully, and said softly, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I just caught a cold these past few days, so I look rather haggard." After saying this, she coughed softly a few times, as if to prove that she was really ill.

Wang Yuyan didn't beat around the bush and directly took out a box with a medicine bottle inside. Wang Yuyan didn't beat around the bush and said to Meng Wanjun, "I need you to do something. After this is done, I will give you everything you want. I can let you leave the palace and let you change your identity and live a carefree life. You can also continue to accompany me in this palace as an idle concubine." Meng Wanjun looked up at Wang Yuyan's self-assured expression in surprise, and couldn't help muttering in his heart, "Queen Kun, your Majesty, what are you asking me to do? You're giving me such a big wish!"

What Wang Yuyan said was not a big deal, but Qian Huang embarrassed me. While I was still confused, they actually let Qi Xinran be buried with generous rites. Isn't this a slap in my face?

"I just want you to put this potion in Emperor Qian's food. It will make him feel a little pain, so he won't have the energy to pick on us," she said softly, with a hint of helplessness and determination. Her eyes were firm and calm, as if she had already made up her mind to take action.

"Look, ever since Qiao Xinran's death, he's been dissatisfied with everyone in the harem. He's either scolded or punished everyone he sees, and no one pleases him." She sighed softly, her eyes revealing her dissatisfaction and disappointment with Emperor Qian's behavior. Her tone was filled with sadness, as if she was heartbroken by Emperor Qian's change.

"Even the eldest prince, do you know what he said when we met that day?" Her voice trembled slightly, and a hint of anger flashed in her eyes. She took a deep breath and continued, "You actually asked why your smallpox was cured, but the second prince's wasn't, and why it wasn't you who died? Do you think this is something a father could say?" Her voice was filled with grief and despair, as if she was deeply hurt by Emperor Qian's words.

She stared at him quietly, waiting for an answer. Her eyes revealed a resolute determination, as if she would stick to her own ideas regardless of whether the other party agreed or not. Her fingers tightly grasped the bottle of potion, as if it was her only hope.

Hearing this, Meng Wanjun sighed helplessly and said, "Empress Kun, it's not that I don't want to help you. This is related to the life and death of the family. If Qian Huang finds out that I tampered with his meal, I will be killed without a burial place, and the family behind me will be implicated. Although they don't like me, I don't want them to become homeless because of me."

Then I stood up and bowed to Queen Kun. What Queen Kun said today came from your mouth and I will not know it to a third person. But I am sorry that I really cannot do what Queen Kun asked. If Queen Kun has nothing else to do, I will leave first.

Wang Yuyan looked at her determined eyes and then waved her hand. Then you can go back first, and pretend I never said anything about this. Meng Wanjun leaned over to Wang Yuyan. Wang Yuyan looked at her determined eyes and then waved her hand. Then you can go back first. Just pretend I never said anything about this. Meng Wanjun supported herself, said goodbye to Wang Yuyan, and walked out of the palace of the married queen.

After leaving the palace of Queen Kun, the maid beside her asked, "My Queen, Queen Kun, please stay. What's the matter with you?" Meng Wanjun glanced at the maid, and she was so scared that she knelt down hurriedly. "I'm just concerned about you, Queen, and I don't have any other intentions." Meng Wanjun said coldly, "Don't ask about things you shouldn't know in the future." The maid hurriedly said, "I know, I know." Meng Wanjun and the maid returned to their own palace.

Nanny Li cautiously looked at Wang Yuyan, who sat there in quiet contemplation. She hesitantly stepped forward and asked softly, "Your Majesty, is it done?" Wang Yuyan slowly raised her head, a look of fatigue and helplessness in her eyes. She gently rubbed her brows and said in a low voice, "This chess piece no longer obeys my command. His heart has become bigger and bigger, and he has greater ambitions. I can no longer control him."

Hearing this, Nanny Li's face turned pale instantly, and she asked anxiously: "Will he...will he tell Emperor Qian about our affairs?" Wang Yuyan waved her hand gently and replied firmly: "Don't worry, if he really wants to tell Emperor Qian, then let him go. This way, we can test whether he is still loyal to me, or whether he has completely betrayed me." After that, Wang Yuyan fell into deep thought again, her eyes deep and complicated.

The harem seems calm, but beneath the tranquil water, fish are swimming restlessly, as if waiting for a tornado to blow the lake water into huge waves crashing against the shore. The harem is peaceful, but the previous dynasty is not so peaceful. Various forces are fighting each other, and each wants to gain greater benefits for their side.

When Emperor Qian held court, every minister scrambled to get things done. During Huang Shao's reign, every minister scrambled to get things done, from disaster relief to water conservancy projects. They fought tooth and nail, each wanting their own door gods and subordinates to do the work. Taipei's overall infrastructure is about to explode.

Emperor Qian was extremely annoyed watching them arguing over one thing with red faces. But every day he had to watch them openly or secretly ask for benefits for him in front of him. They didn't have any attitude of thinking about the country at all, they were only thinking about their own interests.

During this period, Wang Yuyan behaved exceptionally well and sensibly, paying her respects to the Grand Empress Dowager daily and bringing the eldest prince with her. However, she didn't say much, simply accompanying the Grand Empress Dowager silently. The Grand Empress Dowager knew that the Empress had been wronged by this incident, but after all, he was her own son, and she could do nothing about it. Therefore, she could only choose to let her son suffer. As for Wang Yuyan's daily visits to pay her respects and bringing the eldest prince with her, the Grand Empress Dowager no longer treated her harshly as she had in the past, nor did she deliberately embarrass her.

It was a sunny day, the sky a brilliant blue, as clear as a gem. Wang Yuyan, dressed in a pale pink palace dress with a white ribbon tied around her waist, looked as graceful and charming as a fairy. Holding the eldest prince's hand, she slowly walked along the cobblestone path within the palace.

The eldest prince wore a golden dragon robe and a small, exquisite crown on his head. He walked briskly and lively. His round, cute little face was filled with an innocent smile, and his eyes sparkled with bright light.

When they reached the Empress Dowager's bedroom, the eldest prince broke free from Wang Yuyan's hand and ran happily to the door. Before entering, he called out sweetly, "Grandmother, Grandmother! Your grandson is here!" Then, he asked expectantly, "Grandmother, do you have anything delicious here?"

The Empress Dowager's face immediately lit up with a brilliant smile upon hearing the eldest prince's childish voice. She sat on the bed, leaning slightly forward, her eyes filled with love and joy. As one grows older, one particularly enjoys the feeling of having children and grandchildren around.

The Grand Empress Dowager had watched the eldest prince grow up. As the emperor's first child, she had high hopes for this grandson and poured a lot of effort into him. In addition, the eldest prince was also her first legitimate grandson. When the emperor was still alive, he doted on this grandson even more.

At this moment, the Empress Dowager's heart was filled with joy. She beckoned the eldest prince to come over. The eldest prince ran happily to the bedside and threw himself into the Empress Dowager's arms. The Empress Dowager hugged him tightly and gently stroked his head.

Wang Yuyan stood aside, watching this heartwarming scene with a smile. She knew the Empress Dowager's love for the eldest prince and understood the preciousness of this family bond. In this prosperous palace, family affection became the most heartwarming force.

The Empress Dowager and Wang Yuyan are a loving mother and a filial son, and a respectful daughter-in-law. Although Qian Huang lost Qiao Xinran and his beloved Second Prince, he had no place to vent his frustration. Looking at the women in the harem, everyone wanted to plot against him, but he felt lonely in his heart. After thinking about it, he still went to Meng Wanjun. This was when he was the prince. He had been with his women for so many years and had some feelings for them.

The chief steward beside Emperor Qian was extremely happy to see Emperor Qian go to the harem. It was a good thing that Emperor Qian was finally in the mood to go to the harem. It was also good to go there to relax. He couldn't spend his time in sadness and irritability, which would easily make him sick. The chief steward ordered the little eunuch beside him to quickly tell Concubine Meng that Emperor Qian would be here soon and asked him to make good preparations. The little eunuch was also smart. After hearing the steward's order, he ran away.