TV Series: When the Villain Chooses to Stand by

Gao Xiyue didn't care when she knew that her daughter had given the necklace to someone else, but just asked a few more questions.

I remembered the beautiful palace maid that Jingluo mentioned.

Ruyi has been waiting for Concubine Chun to be rejected by the emperor, but she has been waiting and there is no result.

When Hongli came to the Yanx Palace that day, she still couldn't contain her curiosity.

"Your Majesty, try the quail sashimi that the kitchen has just made. It's the most nourishing food in winter."

Hongli slightly turned his head to avoid Ruyi's hand, and said with lingering fear: "Leave it alone, I will do it myself."

"Yes, Your Majesty, please use more."

Ruyi put the food back into her bowl awkwardly. She felt aggrieved but didn't dare to show it.

In the past, she and the emperor were deeply in love. After the last incident, although the two of them got along as before, the emperor never ate anything she fed him again.

"A few days ago, I went with Hailan to visit Concubine Chun in Zhongcui Palace. For some reason, the palace was so desolate. When someone fell ill, they didn't even summon a doctor to see them. Instead, they just let the palace maids make medicine for them to drink."

"Seeing how much her spirit and energy have declined, I feel sad. Concubine Chun was not like this before."

Hongli paused as he was picking up the food. He had been deliberately being cold towards Concubine Zhong Cui these days, but Concubine Chun had given birth to two sons and a daughter for him after all.

There's really no need to be so nervous about such trivial matters in her mother's family.

Seeing Hongli's gloomy face, Ruyi pouted and spoke tentatively.

"Your Majesty, I heard that something happened in Concubine Chun's mother's family. This matter has been concluded. I am not saying too much."

"Concubine Chun has been with you for many years. She has never been a troublemaker. I, your concubine, dare to ask for mercy from you. Even if her mother's family is guilty, please, for the sake of the prince and princess, please give Concubine Chun some dignity."

Hongli looked at Ruyi in surprise. If he remembered correctly, Concubine Chun had a very bad quarrel with Ruyi because of Yongzhang.

"You haven't had much interaction since entering the palace, but now is the time to plead for her."

Ruyi lowered her eyes and smiled bitterly, "We are all sisters who I have known since the Qiandi Residence."

"Even if there are some misunderstandings, it's not a big deal. I can't bear to see her continue to be depressed like this."

There was an unclear look in Hongli's eyes. He held Ruyi's hand and rubbed it hard. He was caught off guard and was hurt by the emerald on the armor.

He quickly put his hands behind his back and moved his already red palms.

He was very satisfied with Ruyi's kindness, but Langya's indifferent expression still emerged in his mind unconsciously.

"I don't understand the affairs of the previous dynasty, but I know your Majesty's character very well. You are not a cruel and heartless person."

"Concubine Chun has served diligently over the years and has made great contributions in bearing the royal heir. I believe that you will handle this matter impartially and will not allow Concubine Chun to suffer any undeserved disaster."

The imperial concubine and others never inquired about this matter, as if they were all determined that they would not treat Concubine Chun unfairly.

Only Ruyi came over with eager eyes to beg for mercy. Was she truly kind or was she trying to win over Concubine Chun?

"If Concubine Chun knew you had such good intentions, she would surely feel guilty for her past words and actions."

"After all these years, you seem to have never changed. You are still the straightforward and honest Qingying."

It had been a long time since she heard this familiar name, and a trace of nostalgia flashed in Ruyi's eyes.

She nestled in Hongli's arms, her voice soft and gentle, "From the wall and on horseback, we looked at each other from afar. The moment I saw you, I knew my heart was broken."

"No matter what happens, I will not change. I just want to stay by your side."

"It doesn't matter what Concubine Chun thinks of me. I only do things for my own peace of mind."

As soon as Ruyi cast the spell, Hongli's mind immediately became confused, and all his previous vigilance and suspicion were thrown behind his mind.

The two of them reminisced about their experiences in their youth, and were filled with sadness.

The next day, Hongli felt the pain in his back again. Immersed in joy, he did not take it seriously, and Li Yu also perfunctorily passed it off as usual.

In his opinion, this was proof of the love between Lord Xian and the Emperor, and there was no need to pay too much attention to it.

Su Lujun finally received the letter from her family that they had tried so hard to send.

His words were cautious and humble, and his words were full of pleading and flattery. This was a treatment she had never received before.

In the letter, she is Concubine Chun, not my son or my sister...

"Hahaha……"

Su Lujun looked at the words in her hand and burst into laughter. As she laughed, tears began to fall uncontrollably.

Drops of water wet the glaring words on the paper.

They are their own family!

I have always been an obedient child in the eyes of my father and brothers since I was young. When did I become like this?

I feel both happy and bitter.

Su Lujun knew that from now on they were no longer just blood relatives.

In the Yangxin Palace, Su Lujun was wearing plain clothes, with only a few pearl flowers in her hair, kneeling on the ground with a sad expression.

"Your Majesty, this is all my fault for not controlling my people properly, which led to their audacity. I am willing to bear all the blame. I beg Your Majesty to show mercy and spare their lives."

"I know full well that concubines are not allowed to interfere in state affairs, but as a daughter, I simply cannot stand by and watch my elders suffer. I beg Your Majesty to show mercy!"

After Su Lujun finished speaking, she bowed her head nervously, her eyelashes trembling constantly. Success or failure depended on this one move, so she had said everything she could.

I wanted to ask the imperial concubine to help me think of an excuse, but the queen said that as long as the feelings are sincere, the plea will be fine, and flowery words may have the opposite effect.

Hongli's jade hand struck the dragon head on the handrail again and again, and the crisp sound echoed in the empty hall.

Su Lujun tried her best to control her breathing, fearing that it would affect the emperor's thinking.

"You...just want me to spare their lives?"

Hongli's low voice was heard, Su Lujun took a deep breath, knowing that she had passed the test.

"Yes, I am loyal to the emperor and I earn his salary. My father and brother have committed a great sin for not being able to share the emperor's worries. If they can spare his life, it is a great favor from the emperor. I dare not ask for anything more."

Hongli nodded slightly in satisfaction.

"I will consider this carefully. You should return to Zhongcui Palace and recuperate. I will ask the imperial physician to examine you carefully. Don't take any medicine on your own. I won't take my anger out on my concubines because of these things."

Su Lujun's eyes suddenly filled with tears as she thanked him.

"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty."

"How are the two children now? Have they been bothering you? I've been busy with official duties recently and haven't been able to visit them."

When talking about children, Su Lujun became gentle, and the two of them chatted about interesting things about their children.

This made Hongli very happy and he gave out many rewards.

As an emperor, he loved each of his children, but his energy was limited.

Our eyes will always stay longer on the better children.

Soon after, Concubine Chun's father and brother were released and compensated the victim with enough silver. Both of their official positions were demoted three levels.

Concubine Chun was also fined half a year's salary, but Hongli then gave rewards to the Fourth Princess and the Sixth Prince.

No one dared to think that Zhongcui Palace had lost the emperor's favor.

When Ruyi heard the news, she was playing chess with Yihuan. She held the chess piece between her fingers and it was suspended in the air, looking as if she was about to put it to her mouth and take a puff.

Hearing this, she curled her lips into a smile, "The emperor finally listened to what I said."