I fulfilled the female supporting role's wish and I succeeded

A few days later, a resounding bell rang throughout the palace. The eunuch, Chuanxin, announced loudly, "Your Majesty, good news! A great victory in the northwest!"

Inside the Yangxin Palace, the emperor was overjoyed and stood up, slamming the table and saying, "Excellent! I knew Nian Gengyao wouldn't let me down!"

The Queen rushed over upon hearing the news, her eyes sparkling with joy: "Congratulations, Your Majesty! This is a great blessing for the country!"

The emperor shook the empress's hand and said excitedly, "Thanks to great generals like Nian Gengyao, I can rest easy."

The Queen smiled slightly and said softly, "I am happy for the Emperor. I wonder how Your Majesty plans to reward General Nian?"

The emperor's eyes flashed, "Of course I will reward you handsomely. I have made plans, so just wait and see."

The emperor stood at the window of the imperial study, gazing into the distance.

"Call Concubine Hua to the emperor for an audience." The emperor ordered in a deep voice.

Soon, Concubine Hua walked in gracefully and bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you."

The emperor turned around and looked at Concubine Hua with a gentle gaze: "My beloved, the battle in the northwest has been won."

Hua Fei's eyes flashed with surprise and pride, and her voice was soft but filled with pride: "Congratulations, Your Majesty! This is great news. My brother has lived up to Your Majesty's expectations."

The Emperor approached Concubine Hua and took her hand. "I wish to restore your authority to assist in the management of the six palaces. The harem has indeed been lacking your management during this period."

Concubine Hua lowered her head, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes: "Your Majesty, I..."

The emperor lifted her chin and said gently, "I believe in your ability. With you assisting the empress in managing the harem, I can focus on handling state affairs."

Tears welled up in Hua Fei's eyes, and her voice choked with sobs: "I will live up to the emperor's high expectations and do my best to manage the harem."

The emperor nodded with satisfaction and stroked Hua Fei's cheek: "Okay, I will issue the order immediately. You go and prepare."

Concubine Hua bowed deeply and said, "I obey your order."

As she turned and left, a smug smile appeared on her face.

After Concubine Hua left, the emperor fell into deep thought, his brow furrowed. He tapped the dragon table gently, feeling a chill at his fingertips, a chill that seemed to seep into his heart.

Within the six harems, Concubine Hua's power grew, becoming a force to be reckoned with. The emperor narrowed his eyes, his thoughts surging like a tide. The shattered balance of the harem posed a threat to imperial power. He must find someone to counterbalance Concubine Hua and regain control.

The emperor stood up and walked to the window. Sunlight streamed through the lattice, casting dappled shadows on the ground. He gazed at the distant palace walls, weighing various possibilities in his mind.

Shen Meizhuang has been living in seclusion since her miscarriage, keeping out of touch with worldly affairs. After much thought, it seems that only An Lingrong could be of great use.

The emperor turned back to the dragon table, a glint in his eyes, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly. He had made his decision.

"Su Peisheng." He called softly, his voice low and full of majesty.

Su Peisheng immediately walked quickly into the hall from outside, bowed forward, and respectfully waited for the emperor's order.

The emperor looked directly at Su Peisheng with a sharp gaze: "Go to Jingyang Palace."

Su Peisheng understood and responded respectfully: "I obey your order."

Jingyang Palace

An Lingrong was teasing the Sixth Prince Hongxi, and the mother and son were laughing and chatting happily.

Hongxi grabbed An Lingrong's hair with his tender little hands and giggled.

An Lingrong's eyes were full of love as she gently kissed her son's pink cheek.

Suddenly, the palace door was pushed open and the emperor arrived in person.

An Lingrong looked up suddenly, with a hint of panic in her surprise.

She quickly stood up and bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you. May you be blessed with good health."

The emperor's eyes softened and he nodded slightly.

He walked slowly closer, his eyes lingering on the mother and son.

"No need to bow, just stand up." The emperor said in a gentle voice.

An Lingrong thanked her, stood up, and carefully picked up Hongxi.

The emperor reached out and gently stroked Hongxi's cheek, a trace of kindness flashing in his eyes.

"I came to see Hongxi, and I didn't expect to disturb your mother and son's time together."

An Lingrong quickly shook her head: "Your Majesty, what are you talking about? Hongxi will definitely be happy to see his father."

Hongxi seemed to sense his father's presence and stretched out his little hand to grab the emperor's dragon robe.

The emperor chuckled and held Hongxi in his arms.

"Good girl, she looks just like you." The emperor looked at An Lingrong tenderly.

An Lingrong's heart trembled, and she suppressed her inner excitement.

"They say sons look like their mothers, but Hongxi looks even more like the emperor," she responded in a low voice.

The emperor nodded and teased Hongxi for a while.

The emperor gazed at An Lingrong's beautiful face, his eyes filled with tenderness. He spoke slowly, his voice gentle but firm:

"Rong'er, I have appointed you as Consort Shu, and you can take charge of some of the palace power."

He reached out and gently stroked An Lingrong's soft hair. His fingertips brushed lightly across her cheek, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.

"Do you have any ideas?"

A flicker of hesitation flashed across An Lingrong's eyes. She bit her lower lip gently, her slender fingers unconsciously twisting her sleeves. She frowned slightly, her expression revealing a sense of embarrassment.

"Your Majesty's grace, I am deeply grateful." She spoke softly, her eyes lowered, her voice like a gentle spring breeze.

After a moment's silence, An Lingrong raised her head, her beautiful eyes filled with apology. She looked directly into the emperor's eyes, her voice trembling slightly:

"But Hongxi is young and cannot be separated from others. I am afraid that I cannot help His Majesty with his worries."

The emperor's brow furrowed slightly, a hint of disappointment flashing in his eyes. His hand slipped from An Lingrong's hair and gently held her hand. The atmosphere in the palace grew heavy, and even the birdsong outside the window seemed particularly clear.

An Lingrong slowly raised her head, her eyes flickering with complex emotions. She sighed softly, her voice low and firm:

"Although I am a concubine and hold a high position, my experience in the palace is still far behind others."

Her fingers gently stroked the teacup beside her and continued:

"Jingpin has been with the Emperor since he was in the Qiandi Residence, and she knows everything about the palace. And then there's Xinchangzai, who not only gave birth to the eldest princess Shuhe, but has also worked in the palace for many years, and is familiar with the palace rules and personnel."

An Lingrong's eyes grew deep, and her tone carried a hint of helplessness: "Comparatively, I've only been in the palace for a short time, and I still have a lot to learn."

The emperor frowned slightly and fell into deep thought.

"But one of them is only a concubine, and the other is still a maid. With such status, I'm afraid they are not qualified for such an important task."

An Lingrong walked lightly with her lotus steps, her skirt fluttering, and came to the side of the emperor.

"Your Majesty, we have won a great victory in the northwest, and our military might has shocked all quarters." She smiled faintly and continued, "Plus, the New Year is approaching, and the whole country is celebrating."

An Lingrong moved slightly closer to the emperor, her voice softening slightly, "I, your humble servant, dare to make a suggestion. Why not take this opportunity to confer titles on the imperial harem?"

"Let all the sisters share in the joy and glory of this prosperous era."

As she spoke, the candlelight in the hall flickered, illuminating her beautiful face.

When the emperor heard this, a gleam of light flashed in his eyes, and he seemed quite moved.