The queen is sober in the world, and she is winning every step of the palace fight.

"This tree is also called 'Phoenix Tree'." Fei Wan naturally knew it.

This was also the reason why the palace was shaken when the two trees were moved in.

Now that the Empress Dowager and the Empress are recuperating, His Majesty has moved the tree named Phoenix to Feiwan Courtyard during its peak flowering period.

Her residence in the main hall of Chunxi Palace as Ronghua was an exception, and coupled with her previous successive promotions...

With such a grand favor, it is no wonder that after the birthday banquet, some ministers in the court still submitted memorials to advise the emperor, fearing that she would become a seductive concubine who would confuse the emperor's heart.

"Is Zhao Ronghua afraid?" Concubine Qing asked again.

Fei Wan lowered her head and picked up the half-bloomed phoenix flower that had fallen on her skirt. The flower, seemingly in full bloom, was so soft that a gentle squeeze of her fingertips released a soft, moist liquid, leaving the remaining petals unsightly.

"I'm afraid, but it's useless." She dropped the flowers, wiped her hands with a handkerchief, and raised her head. "Besides, this is what I want. If I'm afraid now, what's the point of talking about the future?"

She met Concubine Qing's gaze, looked into her clear yet penetrating eyes, and asked directly, "Your Majesty, what do you want to tell me?"

Concubine Qing smiled again, very satisfied with Fei Wan's honesty.

"I was right in my choice of her. If she were just an ordinary concubine, I'm afraid she would have to try to test me a few more times."

"Your Highness has helped me time and again. If you still want to test you, what kind of person would I be?"

Fei Wan waited for Concubine Qing to speak. She had wanted to visit Concubine Qing's palace before, but she had declined. This time, she took the initiative to come, so she must have something very important to tell her.

Seeing that Concubine Qing had dismissed her maid, Fei Wan also asked Xiao Hui and the others to stand further away. Only the two of them were left sitting opposite each other under the phoenix tree. The aroma of tea wafted from the table, and a light white mist rose from the clear, emerald green tea bowl.

"Your Majesty intends to depose the Queen."

Concubine Qing made shocking remarks.

Fei Wan's heart tightened. Although she knew this was only a matter of time, she had never imagined it would happen this soon.

She held her breath and waited quietly for Concubine Qing to continue. Her face was calm, but she knew her heartbeat was quickening. She could only try to make her breathing shallow and steady, maintaining the appearance of being as still as a mountain.

"Your Majesty took your words to heart the other day about what it means to be the mother of the nation."

After Concubine Qing said this, Fei Wan was actually a little confused. Regardless of how Concubine Qing knew about her conversation with the emperor that day, could it be that the emperor told Concubine Qing himself? In the past few days, there was no news of Concubine Qing accompanying the emperor -

The fact that the emperor wanted to depose the empress and then transplanted the flamboyant tree into Chunxi Palace simply doesn't make sense.

"Your Majesty, I am a humble concubine. Even if Your Majesty is truly dissatisfied with the Queen, this matter has nothing to do with me. I wonder if Your Majesty..."

Imperial Concubine Qing shook her head gently. "You think it doesn't matter, and I'm also certain it won't be you. The virtuous concubine is picky and won't care about you, but that doesn't mean others will think the same. You are too favored, and there's the storm of the blood test. Once your status changes..."

Fei Wan's brows gradually furrowed until Concubine Qing told her that Daliang had made progress in the war with Lie Kingdom in the northwest. A secret report from the front had been sent to the palace the day before yesterday, saying that a great victory had been achieved, more than 10,000 heads had been beheaded, the enemy army had retreated more than a hundred miles, and the old city of Ningcheng, which had been lost for 30 years, had been recaptured. The official military report would surely reach the capital within ten days.

Fei Wan was stunned: "So, does anyone really think... Your Majesty will abandon the Queen and choose a concubine?"

Concubine Qing smiled faintly, and a silver silk hairpin in her hair swayed gently, shimmering with a faint light.

"General He, who currently commands our army in the northwest, was highly recommended by Minister Yu. General He leads the troops in battle, while Minister Yu plans strategies and provides supplies. Together, they shoulder the brunt of the northwest front. This great victory has avenged the previous defeat, finally overriding the previous emperor's tragic defeat. General He's promotion is inevitable, and Minister Yu will undoubtedly be a significant contributor."

Upon hearing this, Fei Wan took a deep breath.

Pause for a long time, then slowly exhale.

If the secret report from Concubine Qing was true...

She then understood why Yu Zhong was so respectful to her in his letter, but was mainly trying to help Yu Tingjin.

Because even after seeing the emperor's favor towards her at the birthday banquet, Yu Zhong now had the confidence and didn't have to choose between her and Yu Tingjin.

In his heart, he prefers Yu Tingjin, and he might even be thinking of choosing both!

With great achievements and two female concubines in the palace, Minister Yu has a bright future.

Regardless of Yu Zhong's plans, let's just talk about his military exploits... how will the emperor use them...

Fei Wan felt a chill in her heart.

The emperor clearly couldn't make her the new empress, yet he showered her with such honor and favor, leading to misunderstandings. It turned out that he wasn't just using her as a pawn against the empress dowager, he was also using her as a target for his own swords.

No wonder Concubine Qing wanted to meet him in person. It was because these words, whether written down or relayed by someone, were inappropriate.

"Thank you for telling me, Madam."

Fei Wan stood up, composed herself, straightened her clothes, and bowed deeply to Concubine Qing. Her clear eyes were filled with the calm strength to face difficulties head-on.

"But please enlighten me, Your Majesty. Who does Your Majesty have in mind as the new empress? And what can I do to avoid the attacks?"

She knew very well that Concubine Qing's visit was not just to create panic for her.

The smile on Concubine Qing's lips deepened.

I admire Feiwan's intelligence and decisiveness very much.

"Our Majesty has always had great ambitions, diligently governed and cared deeply for the country. He yearns for the great spirit of Taizu, the founder of the nation, and wishes to be the ruler of a revival." She spoke slowly, with deep meaning. "He is dissatisfied with the current queen because she is narrow-minded and unable to fulfill the responsibility of a mother. If he were to appoint a new queen, he would definitely want someone who would benefit both the country and the harem, and who would act in accordance with his wishes. Count the high-ranking concubines in the palace and see who is suitable for the position."

A breeze blew, and the jacaranda trees above my head rustled.

The leaves are like the wings of a flying phoenix, the flowers are like the crown of a red phoenix, and the bright red petals fall down, covering the ground with golden red.

Fei Wan followed the instructions and said, "Below the Empress, there is Consort Xian who comes from the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion, Consort Hui who is the descendant of a loyal and brave man, and Consort Shun does not have a special background like the first two, but she has an excellent relationship with people.

Consort Kang comes from a family of scholars and is the biological mother of the eldest princess. Consort Lan is always by Consort Xian's side. Consort Fu's ancestors were famous officials, but she herself is quiet and dislikes socializing..."

All of these people can be crowned queens, but they all have their limitations.

Next up are the noble concubines and below. Their ranks are not high enough. If she is suddenly crowned as queen, how can the concubines in front of her accept it?

So Fei Wan couldn't guess who it could be.

Concubine Qing laughed and said, "Don't look at me. My sick body is hopeless."

"I am stupid."

"You can't guess because you've only been with His Majesty for a short time. If you were born in the Qiandi Palace like me, you would have already achieved more than me."

Imperial Concubine Qing expressed her speculation: "If they are all candidates who can be chosen or not, then it would be better to take over in order to avoid too much resistance."

"But the virtuous concubine is of noble descent, and has the support of a number of noble families such as the Duke's Mansion..."

Fei Wan was puzzled.

Isn’t this what the emperor is afraid of?

Concubine Qing said softly, "Your Majesty has his own way to solve this problem."

Fei Wan lowered her eyes: "So, in your opinion, I am the target for Your Majesty to protect the virtuous concubine before Your Majesty supports her. Please advise me, how can I protect myself..."

Concubine Qing waved her hand and asked Fei Wan to come over.

He whispered a few words into her ear.