The Legend of Zhen Huan: Rebirth of Ling Rong

"It's good that you think so, sister. It's always better to be cautious."

You are finally here. I have been bored for a few days without seeing you two.

Caiyue, go and make tea for the two young ladies.

"The two young ladies are finally here. I have been feeling bored in the palace and have been unhappy for a long time." Caiyue started talking incessantly.

How's your sister these days? I've been delayed by some things lately, so I haven't been able to visit you these days.

I heard about what happened last time, and I also heard a little about Princess Wen Yi.

Relying on the military achievements of Nian Gengyao from the previous dynasty, Concubine Hua has absolute power in the harem, and we have all suffered greatly from it.

"Sister, I have something to tell you."

"Lingrong, do you have any ideas?"

Sister, you are the only one who is pregnant in the harem now. Neither the Queen nor Concubine Hua will let the child be born safely.

My elder sister is quite favored by the Queen Mother. Now only the Queen Mother can ensure her safety.

My elder sister should get closer to the Queen Mother, and it would be best if she could ask the Queen to take care of her personally, so that the baby can be delivered smoothly.

"The Queen Mother is quite fond of me, but I seldom go out lately, and it has been a long time since I last visited her."

"Then Sister, you should indeed visit the Queen Mother more often. It can be considered as a filial act. This way, we can rest assured."

"Huanbi, why are you so absent-minded lately?" Zhen Huan couldn't help but ask.

"My lady, I didn't do that!" Huanbi was still trying to argue.

Do you think that if you take refuge with Concubine Cao, you will have a chance to succeed in the future? Look at the endings of Concubine Li and Concubine Yu, and you will know the consequences of being used by others.

If it is revealed in the future that your mother is the daughter of a criminal, not only will the Zhen family be implicated by you, but your father's crime of marrying the daughter of a criminal will be enough to get him exiled to Ningguta.

Huanbi hadn't thought about this at all and was afraid at this moment. She just wanted to gain the emperor's favor and have a chance to make a name for herself.

"My lady, this servant did not mean to harm you and father."

"Do you still want to call me Little Master? You should call me Big Sister."

When Huanbi heard this, she was completely stunned.

She thought the young lady was unaware of the situation, and now that she had made a mistake, the young lady would at most be angry and sad. However, she didn't expect that the young lady had known all along and even asked her to call her elder sister.

Only then did Huanbi realize that she had really done something wrong this time.

When Nian Gengyao returned from a victorious battle, the emperor held a family banquet in the palace and invited Concubine Hua to join him.

"This roasted lamb is tender and delicious. I love it. You should try it too." The emperor suggested to Nian Gengyao.

Nian Gengyao didn't care about other etiquette. He picked up the chopsticks and took a bite.

"It's really good!" I still think it tastes good after eating it.

This frightened Concubine Hua, who was standing by, and she gently reminded Nian Gengyao, "Brother, when the Emperor gives a banquet, the palace maids must serve the dishes."

"This bird's nest duck dish in front of me seems quite good. I'll have to trouble Eunuch Su to prepare it."

Upon hearing this, the emperor's face changed immediately, but it was not a good time to get angry.

After all, Nian Gengyao had just won a battle and would be useful in the future. If he were to make such a small mistake, it would inevitably lead to gossip.

The emperor had no choice but to endure it.

Su Peisheng looked at the emperor, not knowing what to do.

After receiving the emperor's nod of approval, he had no choice but to obey and serve Nian Gengyao, picking up dishes for him.

The emperor was indeed angry. He picked up the bird's nest and duck that the eunuch had put in the bowl and threw it aside.

Concubine Hua was terrified and hurriedly reminded Nian Gengyao.

"This mixed hotpot is only available on the fifteenth day of the lunar month. Even though it's only the fourteenth today, I'll give it to you for your brother. Please remember the emperor's grace for everything you eat and drink!"

Nian Gengyao seemed to understand Hua Fei's fear, so he just said a few polite words and said a few words of thanks.

When asked about Nian Gengyao's opinion on the war, Nian Gengyao actually asked for military power and recommended his second son Nian Fu to quell the rebellion.

After the meal, Concubine Hua was terrified. On the way back to the palace, she scolded Nian Gengyao for not knowing the seriousness of the matter and daring to order people around the emperor around.

Nian Gengyao did feel that Concubine Hua was making a big deal out of nothing. Her sister had never been such a cautious person before, but did someone bully her?

Isn't it the Emperor's new Consort Wan, who opposes me at every turn? Her father is also an official in the court, Zhen Yuandao, the Junior Secretary of the Dali Temple.

"Oh? Since his daughter is making things difficult for my sister, then I won't let him get away with it. My sister is not someone that anyone can bully."

Concubine Hua became more and more unscrupulous, and the emperor had to go see her at night.

Hua Fei was naturally very happy to see the emperor come to see her, so she thought of calling An Lingrong to sing for her.

The emperor was reluctant at first, but he had no choice but to agree after Hua Fei's repeated requests.

Concubine Hua then sent Zhou Ninghai to go.

At this time, Lingrong was studying spices with her sister in Suiyuxuan. She even teased her sister for writing a word wrong, and they were chatting and laughing together.

Zhou Ninghai brought people to Suiyuxuan and said that the emperor was at Concubine Hua's place and wanted Concubine An to come over and sing.

This Hua Fei loves to bully others when she gets angry. But even the emperor has to give in to her, so what else can others do?

"Sister, I'll go there."

"Jinxi, go get my zither. I'll go with you, so you can rest assured. Otherwise, Concubine Hua will definitely make things difficult for you again."

My sister still treats me the same as before, and her subconscious reaction is that she is worried about me. How can I not feel distressed for such a sister?

The emperor did not expect that Zhen Huan would come along.

I'm very surprised. Why are you here too?

"It's getting late and the dew is heavy. Sister An can't walk alone, so I'm here to keep her company. Your Highness, Concubine Hua, you don't mind, do you?"

"How could that be? If Lady Wan can come, it will be even more lively. I am naturally happy."

After the song was over, Concubine Hua seemed dissatisfied and started to make fun of her.

"Could it be that Lady An is unhappy today because she saw the Emperor and me together, that she can't sing the sentimental song of the full moon and blooming flowers?"

"Your Majesty, Concubine An caught a cold the day before yesterday and has a sore throat today. Please forgive me, Your Majesty." Zhen Huan immediately began to defend herself.

"Really? I heard that Lady An sang for the Emperor all night long a few days ago. Her voice was quite good."

"Songzhi, go pour Lady An a glass of rose wine to drive away the cold."

The emperor seemed reluctant and finally did not speak.

"As expected, the emperor really doesn't care about me."

After a while, Songzhi brought the wine.

I could smell it from a distance. This was not some so-called rose liqueur, but a strong liquor.

If I finish this wine, my throat will probably be ruined. Could it be that Concubine Hua has noticed something?

That shouldn't be the case. Although Concubine Hua is domineering, she doesn't have such scheming. Could it be Cao Qinmo? By Concubine Hua's side, there is only Cao Qinmo now.

It must be her!

But I have no grudge against her recently, why does she want to harm me like this?

After thinking about it, it must be for Princess Wen Yi. If it weren't for the child, Cao Qinmo would never do this.