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

Gu Youning, however, looked puzzled, with slightly furrowed brows and a look of doubt.

"I wonder where the Imperial Concubine heard this?"

Gu Youning did not continue with what he had just said, but leaned slightly towards Concubine Zheng and asked.

Concubine Zheng's phoenix eyes narrowed with a very cold look.

The other concubines were also wondering in their hearts, was Concubine Gu doing this intentionally or unintentionally? Was she clearly pointing out that the Imperial Concubine had planted people in Changchun Palace?

Unexpectedly, everyone heard Gu Youning say, "The palace maids in Changchun Palace are not talkative. Did the Imperial Concubine hear about this from the Imperial Court?"

Upon hearing this, the imperial concubine's face darkened instantly, and her gloomy gaze fixed on Gu Youning: "How dare you! Are you slandering me for planting people around the emperor?"

Concubine Zheng covered her heart with her hands. She was really angry this time.

If she placed someone in front of the emperor, the emperor would definitely be resentful of her. How could she tolerate this?

"Of course I wouldn't dare, but I just find it strange. My sister was reprimanded yesterday because she offended the Emperor. It had nothing to do with me."

Gu Youning's gaze moved from Concubine Zheng to the Queen sitting on the Phoenix Throne.

Although this is not the case, who would dare to verify it with the emperor? Even if a palace concubine mentioned it in front of the emperor, it is a fact that Gu Youxin made the emperor very angry last night.

"But don't worry, Your Majesty. My sister is young and doesn't know the rules. It's inevitable that she will be reckless and offend His Majesty. After the Emperor got angry for a while, he didn't pursue the matter any further."

Gu Youning smiled and repeated what the Queen had just said.

A barely perceptible glint flashed across the Queen's eyes. "It is truly wrong to offend Her Majesty. Concubine Gu should indeed teach the Fourth Young Lady a lesson."

"I have only been in the palace for a little over a month, and I am still a little unfamiliar with the rules."

Seeing the Queen's disapproval, Gu Youning said in a disappointed voice, "Otherwise, I wouldn't have been repeatedly reminded by the Imperial Concubine."

It was more of an embarrassment than a suggestion. Those people from the imperial concubine's faction who wanted to use this opportunity to criticize Gu Youning for being unruly had to shut up.

"Then I will ask the Shangyi Bureau to send an elderly nanny to Changchun Palace to teach."

The queen thought for a while and said.

"Thank you, my lady. I won't worry about that anymore."

She pushed the task of teaching Gu Youxin the rules to the Queen, so that if her younger sister caused any trouble in the palace in the future, she would not be the first to bear the brunt.

More importantly, the queen should think more before doing anything.

Gu You entered the palace with "great ambitions" in her heart, and she didn't believe that the queen didn't know about it.

She was now very sure that the Queen was indeed afraid of her and was even trying every possible way to suppress her, but she still didn't know the reason.

However, the Queen likes to use the opponent's strength to fight against her, and she can do that too.

Gu Youning pokes the hearts and lungs of the two most noble women in the harem one after another, and is in a good mood when he leaves Fengyi Palace.

However, Tan Yin was hit hard by Zheng Baolin's maid Yun'er.

Zheng Baolin was about to apologize to Gu Youning in panic, but was scolded coldly by his elder sister. He had no choice but to lower his head and follow the ceremonial procession.

"master……"

"Let's talk about it when we get back."

Gu Youning raised his hand to stop Tan Yin from saying anything.

"Yes."

Tan Yin agreed.

"Gu Jieyu!"

Just as Gu Youning was about to get into the sedan chair, someone stopped him.

"Beauty Wen."

Gu Youning turned around.

"The weather is nice today. Concubine Gu, would you like to come and sit in my palace?"

"Ms. Lin has always liked to be close to Concubine Gu. Now she is lying in bed recovering from her injuries and can't get up. She misses Concubine Gu very much."

"It just so happens that I have a few jade bracelets that are of good quality, but I can't wear them all on a daily basis. Concubine Gu, why don't you take a look at them and take them if you like them."

Lady Wen suddenly raised her voice, and when she said the last sentence, her tone was extremely arrogant, as if she was giving alms.

"it is good."

Gu Youning's eyes moved slightly, but he agreed.

The two walked to the front, and the eunuchs followed behind carrying the sedan chair, blocking the view of the concubines behind.

"This Lin Yunu is also a pitiful person."

"Forget about Lady Wen. Concubine Gu has never liked her either."

"What a pity! If Miss Ruo Lin hadn't fallen down that day, she would be just like us now."

After Li Cairen sighed softly, she held the hand of a palace maid and left, leaving behind several palace concubines with different thoughts.

The ranks of these concubines were mostly below Baolin. If Lin Yu Nu hadn't made any mistakes at the banquet, her rank would have been above them by now.

The problem with favors and positions in the harem has always been that they are not lacking but rather that they are unevenly distributed. If Lin Yunv wants to climb up, they want to pull her down. Even if they don't have the ability to do so, they can still kick her when she is down.

"Sister Cao, why don't we also take some time to go see Sister Lin. After all, Sister Lin was injured while dancing for the Queen Mother's birthday."

The person who was speaking was a concubine. Although she was not favored, she could still serve the emperor in bed once a month.

"As sisters in the harem, we should go and see her. However, Miss Lin is recovering in the house and I'm afraid she will feel bored. We should think of some ways to entertain her."

Cao Yunv smiled while holding her handkerchief.

Although Gu Youning and Wen Meiren were walking together, they ignored each other.

If you don’t know, you might think the two had just had a conflict.

"master!"

As soon as they turned around the palace wall, Tan Yin lowered her head and whispered a reminder, her eyes fixed on a place not far ahead.

Gu Youning looked up and saw two figures walking towards the west wall of Zhaoqing Palace.

One of them is Gu Youxin.

"what……"

Before Gu Youning could speak, he heard a sound of surprise and doubt.

"Beauty, that person looks like Jin Hua."

Wen Meiren's personal maid Jinqin frowned, looking confused.

"Go and see."

Just as Lady Wen was about to step out, someone grabbed her arm.

"Didn't Lady Wen want to show me the jade bracelet?"

Seeing Lady Wen turn her head, Gu Youning did not let go.

"I know who the other one is."

Gu Youning approached Lady Wen and whispered something before letting go.

Lady Wen hesitated for a moment, with some struggle in her eyes, but finally she took Gu Youning into the palace.

"Who is that person?"

As soon as Gu Youning sat down, Lady Wen couldn't wait to ask.

"No hurry, Miss Wen, please sit down first."

Gu Youning looked up and took a closer look at Lady Wen. The anxiety on her face was indeed genuine.

Lady Wen looked annoyed, but she didn't say anything in reply. Instead, she sat down on the chair on the other side.

But when the palace maid brought tea, Gu Youning still didn't say anything. Concubine Wen couldn't stand it any longer: "Gu Jieyu..."

"Didn't you ask me to pick out the jade bracelet?"

Gu Youning took a sip and put down the teacup in his hand.

Looking at the smooth and flowing movements, Lady Wen was a little stunned.

The people of Dazhao love to drink tea, not only men but also women in the boudoir like to enjoy tea. Although Gu Youning's movements just now were simple, the elegance and charm in them were extremely rare.

Not to mention a mere concubine's daughter of a Beijing official, she is rare even among the noble ladies of their aristocratic families.

"Could it be that Lady Wen has something else to ask me?"

It was still a cold voice that interrupted Wen Meiren's thoughts.