An Lingrong's Rebirth: I will not offend others unless they offend me

"Caiyue, I'm writing a letter home. Please deliver it as soon as possible."

When she noticed something was wrong with her body, the first person Shen Meizhuang thought of was Doctor Wen who had taken Huan'er's pulse.

But when she thought of Liu Bin, she suppressed the urge to go to Sui Yuxuan.

It would be safer to find a reliable doctor at home.

Shen Meizhuang has always liked quietness. After entering the palace, she only made friends with Zhen Huan. Jingpin, the concubine in the main hall of Xianfu Palace, did not find anything unusual.

Instead, it was an inconspicuous maid who was sweeping the palace who delivered the news to the Yiku Palace.

"The Queen held a palace banquet under the pretext of having fun with her sisters, but now this is bad news."

Hua Fei, who was feeding the fairy duck, said with great joy.

When paying respects the next day, Concubine Qi, who had not appeared for almost half a year, appeared in everyone's sight.

The queen tried to smooth things over with a smile.

"The Emperor, mindful of Third Prince's deep longing for his mother, has specially ordered this palace to invite Concubine Qi's sister out from her seclusion."

"A palace banquet will be held soon, and I'll have to trouble Sister Qifei to lend me a hand."

"Your Highness, I will obey your Majesty's orders."

Concubine Qi sincerely thanked the Queen.

The Third Prince gave her a message yesterday, and it was all thanks to the Queen that she was able to be released from house arrest early.

Concubine Hua sneered in her heart. This old woman was really good at winning people's hearts. Only the fool Concubine Qi still believed in the queen who was hypocritical.

Li Jingyan just had to wait, because it was not easy to accept the old woman's favor.

The Queen nodded with satisfaction towards Concubine Qi, then turned to Concubine Hua, who was adorned with pearls and jade.

"Sister Hua Fei, the Emperor and the Empress Dowager will be attending this palace banquet. May I ask if you could also come and lend a hand?"

"Sister Queen, I've had a severe headache lately, and the Emperor has told me to rest well."

"Also, my sister has previously promised the Emperor to assist in managing the six palaces. I really don't have the energy to deal with the palace banquet. I hope that the Queen will forgive me."

The emperor is extremely stingy, and the Imperial Household Department is no less so.

This old woman wants to take over my storehouse, but that's impossible.

In the past, she was the one who was willing to spend money on the emperor, so why would she be the...sucker now!

Yes, it’s the sucker!

That’s what the infuriating An Lingrong said.

The silent An Lingrong doesn't seem to be very wealthy, so she has to find a way to help that guy get rich.

No matter how the Queen persuaded her from then on, Concubine Hua had reasons to refuse.

Even Concubine Hua, who loves to show off the most, is unwilling to help, and others will not take the trouble on themselves.

Besides, the Queen didn't want others to show up in front of the Emperor and the Queen Mother through the palace banquet.

As usual, she expressed her concern for Concubine Ke and Concubine Wan for a few words and then let everyone go.

"Sister Qi Fei, please come in with me."

As soon as Concubine Qi entered the room, she respectfully bowed to the queen.

"I thank you, Your Majesty, for taking care of the Third Prince."

"Sister Qi Fei, you are too kind. The Third Prince is also my child."

"Get up quickly."

The queen pulled Concubine Qi to the edge of the couch and said with concern.

"My sister has lost a lot of weight. If it weren't for my poor health, I would have begged the emperor to release you long ago."

"I asked the kitchen to stew some bird's nests, you should eat some quickly."

"Thank you, Queen."

After she was grounded, few people truly cared about her.

The Imperial Household Department didn't deduct her share, but the things they sent were not very presentable.

Later, the emperor asked each palace to report the food ingredients for the next day. In order to highlight her strong repentance, she deliberately reduced the amount.

With red eyes, Concubine Qi drank up the small bowl of bird's nest without leaving a drop.

"Jianqiu, go serve another bowl to Concubine Qi. Concubine Qi, I have some bird's nests here that the Queen Mother gave me as a gift. If you don't mind, you can take some with you when you leave."

"I also sent some to Third Prince."

Li Jingyan was so grateful that he didn't know what to do.

For some people, it is more important for you to be good to their children than to be good to them.

"My Lady, is the Third Prince okay?"

"Sister Qi Fei, the Third Prince has grown taller and stronger."

"Right now, the Third Prince is still studying in the Shangshufang. Wait until he finishes school and then go check on him."

"The Emperor has replaced all the teachers in the Shangshufang. Perhaps the Third Prince will suffer a lot."

"Sister Qi Fei, when you go to see the Third Prince, please don't ask too many questions, or the Emperor will think you have other ideas."

Concubine Qi, who was extremely anxious, nodded heavily.

The Queen looked at Concubine Qi's anxious expression and changed the subject.

"Sister Qi Fei, you said that someone was misleading you in Yonghe Palace. I secretly sent people to investigate, but the palace was full of mixed people, and we couldn't find the person you mentioned."

When talking about this, Concubine Qi felt so angry that her teeth itched.

"Your Majesty, I have been thinking about this and that in Changchun Palace and I suspect someone is plotting against me."

The queen paused while holding the teacup and placed it on the round table.

"Could it be that Concubine Qi's sister has someone she suspects?"

"Yes. I suspect the mastermind behind this may be Concubine Hua, Concubine Shu, Concubine Duan..."

Concubine Qi read out the names of all the concubines except the queen in one breath.

Looking at the entire harem, she, Li Jingyan, is the only one who has a foster prince.

She had reason to believe that those people did it out of jealousy.

"Please, Her Majesty, make the decision for me."

The queen, who understood her thoughts, patted her hands gently.

"Sister Qi Fei, don't worry. The harem is harmonious now, and no one will do anything to you."

"Sister, listen carefully. Concubine Wan of Suiyuxuan, Concubine Ke of Yanxi Palace, and Concubine Shu of Yonghe Palace are all pregnant."

Seeing the obvious panic on Concubine Qi's face, she tried again.

"The Emperor also often visits other concubines who have no children. I believe that the palace will become lively again soon."

"The Third Prince, who studies in the Shangshufang, will never feel lonely again."

"Sister Qi Fei, do you think this is true?"

When the emperor has many offspring, who would still care about the third prince who poses no threat at all?

Concubine Qi did not understand what the Queen meant, but she also realized that she and her son were in a bad situation.

"Your Majesty is right. May I ask what exactly you asked me to do, as you instructed me to contribute to the palace banquet?"

"I have already ordered the Imperial Astronomical Observatory to calculate the date. This palace banquet will be held in the Imperial Garden. Since those attending the banquet are all my sisters, there is no need for a grand ceremony. How about Concubine Qi be in charge of the flower and plant arrangements for the banquet?"

Concubine Qi agreed without hesitation.

When holding a palace banquet in the imperial garden, arranging the flowers and plants is not a difficult task.

"Sister Qi Fei, I have already made an agreement with Sister Hua Fei. You can take whatever you need directly from the flower and herb room."

Concubine Qi was moved and thanked the Queen again for her consideration.

At the end of the afternoon, Concubine Qi, who missed her son, rushed to the prince's residence with food.

As she stepped through the door, an unidentified object flew towards her.

Concubine Qi tried to block it with her hand, but found something slippery and icy wrapped around her hand.

She instinctively looked down and saw an emerald green snake with yellow eyes attacking her.

"Ah! Help!"