The Legend of Zhen Huan: Rebirth of Ling Rong

It is winter now, and there was a heavy snowfall last night. The snow scene is very beautiful.

I was just thinking about going to see Sister Mei and the child, but when I passed by the Imperial Garden, I saw Cao Qinmo taking Princess Wen Yi out to enjoy the snow, and my sister was there too.

Princess Wen Yi looked very happy, running back and forth, having fun, when she accidentally slipped and was about to fall.

However, Princess Wen Yi was protected by Concubine Duan who suddenly appeared and did not fall.

Cao Qinmo ran over from a distance and scolded the maids and the nanny nearby: "What's wrong with you? You're a bunch of good-for-nothings. How can you not even take care of the princess? I will definitely go back to the Queen one day and give you a good beating!"

Wen Yi turned around and kissed Concubine Duan on the face, like a chick pecking at rice, and Concubine Duan's eyes immediately softened a lot.

"This child is not shy at all. He seems very friendly to the Empress." Cao Qinmo said to Concubine Duan.

"Wen Yi is cute, sensible and well-behaved. I like her too!"

"Thank you so much for what you did just now, Your Majesty. Is there anything I can help you with?" Cao Qinmo asked politely.

"It's okay, I'm fine, I'll go back first!" Concubine Duan replied.

Looking at Wanpin, Cao Qinmo said what she wanted to say in her heart: "My family has fallen on hard times. Although I have become a concubine now, I can't guarantee that I can fight for a good future for Wen Yi in the future."

"The Emperor was dealing with the Nian Gengyao incident in the previous court, and the harem needed someone to denounce Nian Shilan. At that moment, my sister stepped forward and exposed Nian Shilan's crimes, thus resolving the Emperor's worries. Therefore, the Emperor, believing that my sister had made great contributions, promoted her to the rank of concubine and bestowed upon her the title 'Xiang' as a token of his appreciation and trust in her."

"Xiang means to help. Sister, please don't let the emperor down!"

"Thank you for explaining this to me, my sister. I'm not well versed in poetry and literature, so I really don't understand the emperor's deep meaning!"

Cao Qinmo has become very arrogant because of his merit in reporting Nian Shilan and Princess Wen Yi's favor from the emperor.

Little did she know that neither the emperor nor the empress dowager liked her. She used to be dependent on Nian Shilan, but now she can betray Nian Shilan. In the future, she can betray anyone she depends on.

"Sister, I came to see you and the little prince. How is the little prince? Has he grown up?"

"Lingrong, look at what you said. How can he grow up so fast when he's only been born a few days? But I feel different every day when I look at him."

My sister now has a little prince, and I am so happy for her. There is no jealousy or displeasure in this joy.

"Such a little person, who only knows how to eat, drink, cry and sleep every day, is usually taken care of by the wet nurse and Caiyue, so I am very free." Sister Mei's face was full of happiness when she talked about the child.

"I heard that the Emperor has already dealt with Nian Gengyao, but only gave Nian Shilan a minor punishment and a serious warning, only demoting her rank and even allowing her to live in the Yikun Palace."

When mentioning Nian Shilan, Sister Mei's expression became a little unhappy.

"Nian Gengyao committed such a serious crime, but the emperor still kept Nian Shilan. It's really puzzling!"

I sighed softly. "After all, Nian Gengyao and Nian Shilan had a deep brother-sister relationship. The Emperor had already dealt with Nian Gengyao and the Nian family, and it was probably because of this that he showed Nian Shilan some leniency. However, Concubine Hua is no longer the Concubine Hua she once was, so why should I bother to fight her?"

Mei Zhuang nodded in agreement.

"You are right. Now Nian Shilan no longer has a brother with outstanding military achievements. Apart from the emperor's love, she has no one to rely on.

I sighed softly, a hint of helplessness in my eyes. "After all, Nian Gengyao and Nian Shilan had a deep brother-sister relationship. The Emperor had already dealt with Nian Gengyao and the Nian family, and it was probably for this reason that he showed Nian Shilan some leniency. However, Concubine Hua is no longer the Concubine she once was, so why should I bother to fight her?"

Mei Zhuang nodded slightly, a hint of agreement flashing in her eyes, but still with a hint of reluctance: "Having said that, I still think Nian Shilan is too arrogant and domineering."

I gently held Mei Zhuang's hand and comforted her, "Don't be angry, sister. Nian Shilan used to rely on her status and position to look down on others. But now that she has lost her greatest supporter, her arrogance will naturally be much more restrained."

After hearing this, Mei Zhuang's expression eased slightly and she sighed, "Well, since the Emperor has made his decision, what can we do? I just hope she won't provoke us again."

I smiled and comforted her, "Don't worry, sister. If Nian Shilan dares to cause trouble again, the emperor will definitely not sit idly by.

"You're right. Now that Nian Shilan no longer has a brother with distinguished military achievements, she has no one to rely on except the emperor's affection. Perhaps she will now realize this and stop being as reckless as before."

I sighed, "Yes, life is unpredictable. Who could have imagined that the once glorious Nian Gengyao and the Nian family would end up like this?"

Wen Yuan, the daughter of Guaerjia Emin of the Censorate, who had made meritorious contributions in impeaching Nian Gengyao, entered the palace and was granted the title of Qi by the emperor and was named a noble lady.

When Concubine Qi entered the palace, she tried to please Concubine Wan everywhere, and even privately asked the Queen to move to Suiyuxuan.

"Compared to Chuxiu Palace, this is a little smaller, but it's quiet." Concubine Qi said to the maid.

"Young lady, have you forgotten the instructions of the master? Young lady entered the palace to make a name for herself, but now you are confined to this small Sui Yuxuan..." The maid reminded Concubine Qi.

"What do you know? Everyone in the palace knows that the emperor favors Wanpin. It will naturally be beneficial for me to be on good terms with Wanpin. I will naturally remember my father's instructions."

"As both of them were heroes who impeached Nian Gengyao, Wanpin's father was promoted to the Censor of the Censorate, while my father could only be inferior to others and serve as the Deputy Censor-in-Chief. How can I be willing to accept this?" Concubine Qi thought to herself.

Early in the morning, Concubine Qi went to pay her respects to the Empress. The Empress said, "Now, in this palace, there are only Concubine Fucha and Concubine Qi. Concubine Qi is of the Manchu flag, while the other concubines are of the Han flag. This palace is dominated by concubines of the Han flag..."

"Don't worry, Empress. Before I entered the palace, Father had some instructions for me to get closer to you. Please don't look down on me for being clumsy."

The queen smiled slightly, with a hint of satisfaction in her eyes: "How could that be? Concubine Qi is so smart, I can't wait to be happy." She stretched out her hand and gently patted the back of Concubine Qi's hand to express her kindness and acceptance.

"It is truly an honor for me to be appreciated by the Empress."

The Queen nodded and continued, "I heard your father is very successful in the court. You must be very smart too! We should visit each other more often in the future!"

"Thank you for the praise, Your Majesty. I will do my best to serve You." Concubine Qi replied respectfully.

"Okay, let's stop here for today! If you have any problems in the future, please come to me, don't be shy." The queen said finally.

After bowing and expressing her gratitude, Concubine Qi left the Queen's bedroom.