Seizing the throne, abolishing the adopted son, the imperial concubine rose to prominence

However, this was equivalent to helping Gu Youning to criticize Lu Cairen, so she smiled at Chen Yufei: "I see, that's how it is. Thank you, Sister Chen, for clearing up my confusion."

Chen Yufei's face froze.

Who wants to clear her up? She just can't stand Concubine Lu's despicable behavior. The emperor doesn't come to the harem very often, and there are too many people and too little porridge. It's good enough for them to have a chance to sleep with him once a month. But Concubine Lu actually wants to find another lowly palace maid to compete for his favor.

Not only Chen Yufei, but all the concubines sitting in the palace looked at Lu Cairen with some hostility.

It’s okay that he’s ugly, but why is he causing trouble for everyone?

Being stared at with strange and contemptuous eyes by everyone, Concubine Lu almost crushed the handkerchief in her hand. Her appearance was only average, and she had no outstanding talents. Seeing that the emperor had not remembered her for the past six months, she was naturally anxious.

That's why he came up with the idea of ​​using palace maids to win favor.

"Mr. Chen, how can you speak carelessly about matters before the Emperor? Do you think you can bear the consequences of damaging His Majesty's reputation?"

But at this moment, a stern rebuke came from the leader.

"The Empress is usually too tolerant, and has let you lose all your rules."

Concubine Zheng glanced at the Phoenix Throne with obvious contempt.

"The Imperial Concubine is right, Lady Chen, when it comes to matters concerning His Majesty, you should speak less in the future."

"Yes."

Chen Yufei stood up reluctantly and bowed.

"However, Concubine Lu did act a bit rashly yesterday. She should just copy the palace rules a hundred times in her own palace to calm down these days."

The Queen on the Phoenix Throne suddenly changed her tone and looked sternly at Lu Cairen, whose expression had just improved a little.

After saying this, the Queen turned her gaze back and said, "Your Highness is from the Duke of Zheng's mansion, so she knows the rules and etiquette best. Concubine Lu has always been close to you, so you need to pay more attention to her etiquette on a daily basis."

"If your Majesty is not available, as the head of the concubines, I am naturally willing to share your worries."

Concubine Zheng fiddled with her gold and jeweled armor without even raising her head.

"This concubine will follow the instructions of the Queen and the Imperial Concubine."

Lady Lu stood up with a purple face and bowed to the Queen and Concubine Zheng.

Afterwards, she seemed to have learned her lesson and no longer looked at Gu Youning. Even when the other concubines were chatting and laughing together, she just kept her head down.

After paying his respects, Gu Youning had just walked out of the palace when he heard hurried footsteps behind him.

"Sister Gu."

When Gu Youning heard the voice that was so weak that it seemed like it could cry at any time, he knew who it was without turning around.

"Let's go."

She had always suspected that the lotus root powder and osmanthus cake was made intentionally by Lin Yunv, so she was unwilling to give anyone a good face. She pretended not to hear anything and held Tan Yin's hand and continued to walk forward.

Lin Yunu bit her lip as she looked at Gu Youning's back.

"Who are you trying to show me this miserable face all day long? It's just bad luck."

Lady Wen, who had just come out, saw this and sneered.

"Sister Wen, I..."

"Who is your sister? I am the only one my mother gave birth to."

Lady Wen said this unhappily and walked away.

"master……"

Coral supported the person with a look of pity on her face.

"Sister Gu hasn't gone far yet, let's catch up to her. We need to clear up this misunderstanding."

Lin Yu-nu shook her head, signaling the palace maid not to comfort her, and then smiled sadly.

Coral felt even more distressed when she saw this. How could no one care about such a kind and weak master?

Even the emperor refused to even come over to see his master because Concubine Gu disliked him.

Gu Youning in front really didn't expect that even though he acted so cold, Lin Yunv would still catch up with him.

"Sister Gu..."

"Is Concubine Gu also here to appreciate the flowers?"

Before Lin Yunv could even begin her hesitant explanation, she was interrupted by a voice from behind.

"Your Highness...Your Highness."

Before Gu Youning could turn around, Lin Yunv next to him had already turned pale.

"Concubine, please give your regards to the noble concubine."

Gu Youning bowed and glanced behind Concubine Zheng inadvertently. The luxurious ceremonial procession was parked next to a pavilion not far away.

"Everyone, get up."

"Thank you, empress."

Seeing that the imperial concubine was not embarrassed, Lin Yunv's expression improved a little.

Gu Youning knew it wasn't that simple.

Concubine Zheng was such a proud and noble person that she would get off the sedan specially. How could she just say hello to her?

What's more, there is a talented woman named Lu who wants to eat her up by her side.

"What's wrong? Is Miss Lin being embarrassed?"

Lu Cairen's tone was unkind from the moment he opened his mouth.

"No...no, I was just with Sister Gu..."

Gu Youning rolled his eyes in his heart. It would have been fine if Lin Yunv had just explained, but why did she even glance at his face furtively?

If it's not intentional, then there's something wrong with your brain.

"You don't have to be afraid. With the Imperial Concubine here, even some arrogant and arrogant people wouldn't dare to act rashly in front of the Imperial Concubine."

Lu Cairen glanced at Gu Youning.

"No, Sister Gu didn't..."

Lin Yunv was so anxious that she was about to cry.

"What nonsense are you talking about? Have you forgotten what the Empress taught you just now?"

Concubine Zheng scolded coldly, but she was talking to Concubine Lu who was beside her.

"It was my fault for speaking carelessly. Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

Lu Cairen hurriedly bowed and apologized.

"Since Concubine Gu entered the palace, I haven't had a good conversation with you. The roses here are in full bloom. Concubine Gu, would you be willing to accompany me to enjoy them?"

"It is my honor to accompany Your Majesty to appreciate the flowers."

Gu Youning agreed readily.

She didn't want to go over there, but she was afraid.

Lin Yunu hesitated for a moment and followed.

Several people walked up to the pavilion. Before Gu Youning sat down, Concubine Zheng couldn't help but act out a little trick. She raised her hand to adjust the jade-inlaid phoenix-beaded hairpin on her head and said in a gentle voice, "I haven't worn flowers in my hair for a long time. The roses below are in full bloom. Would Concubine Gu be willing to pick one for me?"

"Your Majesty is so elegant and graceful that ordinary flowers are not worthy of being on top of her. I am looking at the one in the middle; it is both unique and in full bloom, barely worthy of Your Majesty."

Gu Youning looked down and saw that the rose that Lu Cairen pointed to was in the middle of the flower bed. If she wanted to pick it, she would have to cross the thorny branches, which would definitely make her look very embarrassed.

"Don't you want to pick flowers for the Queen, Concubine Gu?"

Seeing that Gu Youning had no intention of leaving, Lu Cairen raised her eyebrows and asked.

"Your Highness, I'm clumsy, and this flower is delicate. Besides, Lady Lu just said that this rose is unique. If I were to accidentally destroy it, it would ruin Your Highness's mood and the good omen."

Gu Youning held Tan Yin's hand and signaled her not to speak.

"You just don't like working for the Imperial Concubine. Don't think that just because the Emperor has doted on you for a few days, you can become arrogant. If you disrespect the Imperial Concubine, the Emperor will not forgive you."

Lu Cairen sneered and said that she, a girl from a noble family, had been humiliated in Fengyi Palace, and she would definitely make Gu Youning lose face as well.