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Concubine Su Xian was dressed in a lavender palace gown, the hem embroidered with lifelike hibiscus flowers, shimmering faintly in the sunlight. As she emerged from the Queen's Palace, her solemn expression seemed shrouded in a thick haze, and even her delicate makeup could hardly conceal the worry within.

"Little Taozi, what do you think the Queen is planning?" Concubine Su Xian asked Little Taozi, her voice soft and gentle as a yellow oriole's song, as she slowly walked along the winding palace path. Her dark brows were furrowed, her beautiful eyes filled with worry and confusion, and there was a subtle tremor in her voice, like a petal drifting in the wind.

Xiao Taozi followed closely behind, her expression tense and cautious. She carefully glanced around, confirming no one was around, then whispered, "Your Majesty, the Queen's mind is as deep as the ocean. This attempt to win her over is far more complex than it appears. There must be many hidden calculations behind it, like a trap shrouded in layers of fog."

Concubine Su nodded slightly, her steps unbroken, the pearls on her embroidered shoes swaying gently as she walked. Her thoughts, however, tangled like a tangled thread, weighed heavily on her heart. She had barely managed a moment to catch her breath when she heard that Concubine Ning was harassing Concubine Rong in the Imperial Gardens. The news was like a thunderclap in her ears, instantly sending a tidal wave through her heart.

She knew that if she could seize this opportunity to lend a helping hand, she might establish herself as kind, righteous, and helpful, win over the hearts and minds of the people in the complex and treacherous harem, and enhance her own survival. However, this action might also further offend Concubine Ning and even cause more trouble. However, Concubine Su Xian was never one to be timid. After a brief consideration, she resolutely decided to head for the Imperial Garden.

When Concubine Su Xian hurried to the Imperial Garden, she saw Concubine Ning with her hands on her hips, her eyebrows raised. Her meticulously applied makeup was now distorted by anger, like a crumpled scroll. She was hurling harsh words at Concubine Rong, her words sharp as arrows. "You ungrateful person, how dare you act so arrogantly in front of me!"

Rong Fei lowered her head, the hem of her pink palace dress trembling slightly, tears welling in her eyes like two pearls about to fall. Her delicate body trembled slightly, and her appearance was like a flower swaying in the wind and rain, which made people feel pity.

"Concubine Ning, all sisters in the palace should live in harmony and talk things over nicely!" Concubine Su Xian glared at her and shouted. Her voice was clear and resonant, echoing throughout the Imperial Garden, instantly breaking the tense and oppressive atmosphere like a spring breeze blowing away the gloom.

Concubine Ning shuddered slightly at the rebuke. Turning to look at Concubine Su, her expression instantly darkened, like an autumn leaf struck by frost. But she forced herself to remain calm, saying, "Concubine Su, we haven't settled our accounts yet, and yet you've come up to me! What business is it of yours that I teach this ignorant person a lesson?"

Concubine Su snorted coldly, her lotus steps shifting slightly, ignoring Concubine Ning's shouting. She quickly walked over to Concubine Rong's side, gently grasping her hand with a hand as smooth as mutton-fat jade, and soothed her with a gentle yet firm tone, "Don't be afraid, sister. I'm here, and I won't let her bully you." She leaned slightly aside, looking at Concubine Ning calmly, but with a stern look in her eyes. "Sister Ning, we are sisters, and we should support each other. If you were to make things difficult for us, it would only damage our reputation and make others laugh at our harem."

Rong Fei raised her head, a hint of gratitude flashed in her eyes, and she said with a trembling voice: "Thank you for your help, sister." However, there was a hint of doubt and vigilance hidden in the depths of her eyes. She secretly guessed the true intention of Su Xian Fei's help this time, like a frightened little rabbit, full of vigilance to everything around her.

Concubine Su saw all of this, but remained calm. She just smiled and comforted Concubine Rong. That smile was like the warm spring sun, warm yet elusive.

Meanwhile, Concubine He Shu, confined to Rouyi Palace, reclined on a soft couch by the window. The sunlight streamed through the carved lattices, yet it failed to dispel the gloom within her. Upon hearing the news about the Imperial Garden from the palace maids, a sneer played across her lips, and she secretly scoffed, "Concubine Su, do you think you can secure a foothold in the harem with such a small favor? That's just wishful thinking! So naive!"

Just as Concubine Su Xian had resolved the disturbance in the Imperial Garden, the Empress received another imperial decree, inviting her to the palace for a chat. Concubine Su Xian did not dare to delay, and after carefully finishing her makeup, she headed for the Empress's palace.

Entering the Queen's palace, she saw the air curling with incense smoke. The Queen, clad in a magnificent phoenix robe, sat at her throne. Concubine Su Xian bowed respectfully to the Queen, her every move cautious and careful. Her posture was like a willow in the wind, graceful yet dignified. She knew the Queen's mind was unpredictable, and every word she said might hold a deeper meaning.

The queen smiled slightly and said kindly, "Sister, you are here. Come and sit down. Let's have a good chat."

The two chatted about trivial household matters, and the atmosphere seemed harmonious. The furnishings in the Queen's palace were exquisite and luxurious, and the sandalwood wafting from the incense burner filled the air, making people feel a little trance-like. However, after chatting for a while, the Queen suddenly changed the subject and her expression became serious: "Sister, what do you think about Concubine He being confined?"

Concubine Su Xian's heart suddenly tightened, as if she were facing a formidable enemy. She quickly composed her words, maintaining a perfectly composed smile, like a flawless mask, as she slowly replied, "Your Majesty, this matter rests entirely with your decision. I only know that all matters in the harem must adhere to palace rules, and any mistakes must be punished."

The Queen gently patted Concubine Su's hand, her eyes full of meaning, a look that seemed to penetrate a person's heart: "Your suffering in the cold palace is all due to Concubine He Shu, don't you have any thoughts at all?"

Concubine Su lowered her head, avoiding the Empress's sharp gaze, and humbly said, "Your Majesty, I have let go of the past. In this harem, everything depends on your wise judgment. I believe that every decision you make is for the peace of the harem."

Just when Concubine Su had left the Queen's Palace and was still feeling uneasy, the Emperor suddenly ordered her to accompany him.

Concubine Su Xian arrived at the Emperor's chambers with a feeling of trepidation. The moment she entered the palace, her heart leaped into her throat. But she quickly composed herself, putting on a gentle and appropriate smile, like a mask, hiding her true feelings.

The emperor sat on the couch, dressed in a bright yellow dragon robe, his eyes calm and deep as if he could see through her inner thoughts. He slowly asked, "My beloved, what are your thoughts on the recent events in the harem?"

Concubine Su Xian took a deep breath, trying to calm herself, and bowed slightly, saying, "Your Majesty, I believe that although the affairs of the harem are complicated, as long as the sisters can abide by the palace rules and respect each other, they can live in harmony. I am willing to share your worries and maintain the peace and tranquility of the harem."

The emperor smiled slightly, and that smile seemed to conceal a deeper meaning: "My beloved concubine, with your intelligence and virtue, the position of Consort Xian is no longer suitable for you. I intend to promote you to a higher position."

Concubine Su Xian hurriedly knelt and respectfully returned the greeting, "Your Majesty, I am deeply apprehensive. It is already a great blessing for me to receive such great love from Your Majesty. I dare not ask for more."

The Emperor stood up, walked over to Concubine Su, and offered her a hand to help her up. Concubine Su slightly turned sideways, avoiding the Emperor's hand, and said, "Your Majesty, etiquette cannot be abolished."

The emperor did not give up. He grabbed Concubine Su's arm and pulled her close, with a somewhat ambiguous smile on his face: "My beloved concubine, why are you so rigid?"

Concubine Su was startled, but she kept a smile on her face. She gently broke free from the emperor's hand and said, "Your Majesty, I am deeply grateful for your favor. I dare not take advantage of it and become arrogant."

The Emperor persisted and approached Concubine Su again, attempting to put his arm around her waist. Concubine Su deftly avoided the attempt and said, "Your Majesty, please consider the greater good and do not lose the dignity of the imperial family."

The emperor was slightly stunned, then burst into laughter: "My beloved concubine is indeed different."

After a long while, the Emperor leaned close to Concubine Su and said, "My dear, the harem still needs your help to take care of it!"

Concubine Su Xian understood the deeper meaning of this gesture. This gesture was too intimate. She moved aside and said, "I have done nothing to deserve this. Your Majesty, please do not praise me like this."

The emperor looked at her with a hint of displeasure in his eyes: "My beloved concubine, are you unwilling?"

Concubine Su Xian quickly replied, "Your Majesty has misunderstood. I am simply worried that my abilities are limited and I have failed to live up to Your Majesty's expectations."

The emperor sat back on the couch, thinking to himself, "Concubine Su, are you still resentful of me? I know I may have neglected you in the past, but I will not force you. I will make you submit to me willingly."

The emperor said, "Don't worry, my beloved concubine. I trust you."

Concubine Su bowed her head and replied, "Thank you for your trust, Your Majesty. I will do my best."

The emperor nodded slightly, his expression difficult to read. He just looked at her deeply and said nothing more.