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

"That person must have thought that she could suppress Consort Zhao just like she suppressed the other concubines. Distinguished by status, hierarchy—who wouldn't be afraid of these things? Isn't she relying on this to scare the concubines?"

Changle Palace.

The virtuous concubine couldn't stop smiling.

Ever since I learned that Fei Wan was carried out of Fengyi Palace, I deliberately inquired about the details of what happened.

Although Fengyi Palace seemed to be an iron jar, Concubine Xian had her own way and finally found out what had happened in Fengyi Palace at that time.

The Queen left Fei Wan in the cold, and even arranged a grand ceremony, waiting solemnly and ceremoniously for Fei Wan to pay her respects.

Who knew it would turn out like that in the end.

When the queen heard that Fei Wan was carried away, she was so angry that she didn't even have dinner.

He also punished two palace maids by making them kneel in the yard for two hours.

The virtuous concubine almost died of laughter.

The Queen didn't have dinner yesterday, but she had an extra half bun and a bowl of soup for dinner.

"My Lady, if I may say so, your gloating over others' misfortunes is a bit excessive."

Lan Zhaoyi, the next in line, shook her head deliberately in disagreement.

"Oh, what do you mean?" The virtuous concubine listened with a smile.

Lan Zhaoyi said, "How many empresses in the palace are as dignified and elegant as you, possessing a natural pomp and circumstance, able to command the hearts and minds of the people without any ostentation? You are truly speaking without any hesitation, but don't you know that many people rely on the dignity of their position?"

These words made the virtuous concubine smile happily.

She scolded Lan Zhaoyi a few words in an angry tone and gave her the watery jade bracelet on her wrist.

Lan Zhaoyi was overjoyed and put it on immediately.

"While Your Majesty has not yet changed her mind, I will quickly beautify myself."

The virtuous concubine spat at her: "When have I ever regretted giving something away?"

Consort Su chimed in, "That's right! Her Majesty loves us sisters the most. She never uses her authority to pressure anyone. She rewards when she can and helps when she can. Not to mention others, just look at the things in my room. Most of them were given by Her Majesty."

Besides, since Her Majesty took charge of the harem, she has never put on any ostentation, and has turned away all those who came to curry favor with her. Otherwise, there would be no place for even the concubines to stand in Changle Palace, as all the people there would be here to pay their respects and greet you."

In addition to flattering Concubine Xian who is much better than the Queen, he also did not forget to put eye drops in Fei's eyes at night.

It's Fei Wan's fault for rising so quickly, making people jealous.

"Speaking of which, Concubine Zhao didn't come to see the Empress when she was ill, but instead rushed to Fengyi Palace to pay her respects, causing such a commotion. Why did she bother? If she had come to us, the Empress wouldn't have let her get angry, but I don't know where she was looking, she just refused to come!"

Anyway, everyone in the hall is her own people, so she has no scruples about stepping on others.

Who knew that just as she was speaking, a palace maid came in and reported: "Noble Lady Zhao from Guanlan Courtyard is here to pay her respects to the Empress."

Concubine Su's face was obviously embarrassed for a moment.

"Were you carried here on a spring stool?" Concubine Xian smiled and raised her eyebrows.

"Your Majesty, no, Miss Zhao came here with the help of a maid."

"Oh, then come in."

Concubine Xian liked the way Fei Wan came to her respectfully after having a fight with the Queen.

"May your Majesty be blessed with good health. This concubine pays homage to the virtuous Consort."

"Greetings to the Empress Zhaoyi."

With the support of Xiaohui and Xiangyi, Feiwan ignored Concubine Xian's obstruction and squatted down to perform a standard blessing ceremony.

Although he had to hold on to the maid's hand to get up, he did so without any reluctance.

The virtuous concubine was very satisfied.

She knew that Fei Wan's greetings to the Queen in Fengyi Palace yesterday were very sloppy, and her knee had not been injured at that time.

"Quickly give Consort Zhao a seat."

The virtuous concubine specifically pointed to the seat opposite Lan Zhaoyi.

That was the upper seat besides the Arhat bed she was sitting on.

She also asked the maid to add cushions and footrests.

He ordered Xiang Yi and the others, "Help your young master carefully and don't let her get bumped."

All these concerns are just to highlight the difference between himself and the queen.

In the past, Concubine Xian loved to do this. Now that she has the power to assist in managing the harem, she must show her kindness to the concubines in every way, unlike the Queen who likes to put on airs.

"Thank you for your consideration, Your Majesty. I am deeply grateful."

Fei Wan thanked him sincerely, walked to the rose chair and bowed again before sitting down.

Concubine Su came over to pay her respects. Fei Wan noticed that her expression looked a little strange, but she didn't care. After all, it was just the jealousy of an unfavored concubine.

They greeted each other warmly as usual and had a great time.

Seeing the satisfied look on Concubine Xian’s face, Fei Wan knew that she had made the right decision.

There are two major factions in the palace, the Queen and the Concubine Xian. She looks down on both of them in her heart, but now that she has been promoted to a noble lady, she has to choose one faction on the surface.

Before you become part of a faction, it is impossible to be a fence-sitter and please both sides.

If you disrespect the Queen but respect the Virtuous Consort, she will be very happy and treat you well.

Even the jealousy towards her frequent promotions was reduced.

But if you respect the Queen and alienate the virtuous concubine, the Queen will just think it's natural.

She is not as generous in giving rewards as the virtuous concubine.

Nor will it reduce my hatred for her.

They might even think she is easy to manipulate, and thus plot to bully her more secretly.

What's more, because of Yu Tingjin, she and the queen had already been in an enemy position.

Therefore, no matter how she thought about it, she had to continue to strengthen her relationship with Concubine Xian and temporarily let the other concubines think that she was a member of the Changle Palace faction.

Of course, in front of the emperor, she must always be a pure and kind girl who does not join any faction, but simply wants to be good to everyone and has only His Majesty in her heart and eyes.

"Your Highness, I have been injured and sick since that night. Adding to my previous injuries, I haven't been able to come to see you. Yesterday, I finally felt able to walk around, so I went to pay my respects to His Majesty and then to the Empress. I wanted to come to see you right away, but I accidentally injured myself again, so I had to come today. Please forgive me, Your Highness."

Fei Wan explained humbly, leaning forward on the chair to apologize.

The virtuous concubine smiled and said, "What's there to be afraid of? As long as you have the intention, it's good. You also know that I have never been one to care about such things. We are all good sisters in the same palace. It is customary to respect the inferiors, and it is only by respecting our affection that we can be close."

"My queen is so kind."

Fei Wan looked at Concubine Xian with sincere eyes.

Those watery and clear eyes made Concubine Xian feel that the color of her beloved pet's pupils had changed, and she couldn't help but feel doting on him.

After I realized it, I was surprised.

He secretly thought that Concubine Zhao really knew how to please people.

Just four simple words, why do they make people feel so touched when she says them?

No wonder His Majesty dotes on her!

As the noble daughter of a distinguished family, I really can't be as submissive as she is!

"Alright, stop praising me. Are you thinking of something good from me again?"

The virtuous concubine snorted.

Fei Wan keenly sensed Concubine Xian's discomfort, so she took advantage of the situation and said, "Exactly. Last time I got your calligraphy copybook, I made great progress in my writing. I'd really like to see if you have any other good ones."

After a pause, he said, "...but I don't want the one from Master Huanhua. The last time Your Majesty saw it, he really didn't like it."

Mention this.

The virtuous concubine forgot about the slight unhappiness she had just felt.

"Really? Then I'll have someone find you a few more copies of calligraphy."

Xianfei immediately chased Lan Zhaoyi and the other two away, saying, "You've been staying here for a long time. It's time for you to go back. Let me calm down and teach Concubine Zhao how to practice calligraphy."

Lan Zhaoyi and Su Xianshi stood up immediately.

He did as he was told, chatting and laughing.

Lan Zhaoyi also invited Fei Wan to visit her when she was free.

Concubine Su was a little unhappy.

She had been flattering Concubine Xian for a long time, but Concubine Xian had never chased away anyone else just to be alone with her.

When she left, she looked at Fei Wan with a chilling look in her eyes.

Fei Wan looked back with a smile.

Are you unhappy? Hold it in!

I am not as good as others in winning favor, who can I blame?

Under Fei Wan's gaze, Concubine Su turned away and left.

With no one else around, Concubine Xian immediately asked Fei Wan, "Your Majesty doesn't like Prince Huanhua's calligraphy? What did you say?"