The Rebirth of Li Fei: The Strongest Palace Fighting System
Chapter 100 Chapter 1 Concubine Qi Sends Peach Blossom Cake
Hua Fei, on the other hand, naturally wouldn't show weakness easily. She appeared in an even more intricate, exquisite, and colorful palace dress, embroidered with intricate phoenix totems, symbolizing her nobility and power, as if to surpass the other concubines and highlight her uniqueness.
As the concubines arrived one after another, the Qingyin Pavilion gradually became bustling with activity. Everyone was either talking in low voices or smiling at each other, each harboring their own hidden agendas and secretly competing with each other.
I know very well that this wonderful opening show is not only the carefully rehearsed opera by the actors on the stage, but also the silent competition and game between us concubines below the stage.
As the clear voices of the actors on the stage broke the silence of the air, melodious tunes flowed in the air, and the atmosphere in Qingyin Pavilion gradually heated up.
At this time, Xia Dongchun, surrounded by a group of palace maids, walked slowly to the front of the queen with light steps, her face filled with gratitude and joy.
"I am grateful for the Empress's gift. It is truly a blessing for me that the Empress has taken the trouble to host a banquet for me."
"Lady Xia, you are pregnant with a dragon child, which is a great joy in the palace. I and all the sisters are happy for you."
"I am deeply grateful. I will live up to your high expectations and carefully raise the dragon fetus to continue the royal bloodline."
"That's great. I really hope that all the concubines in the palace can be like you and give birth to many children for the emperor. That way, I will feel at ease."
The queen's words are beautiful, but her thoughts are unfathomable.
The queen would not tolerate any other concubine being pregnant.
Xia Dongchun, perhaps still immersed in the joy of becoming a mother, has not yet realized that this undercurrent is quietly approaching.
Xin Chang watched the show, cracked melon seeds, and said casually:
"I wonder if Lady Xia is pregnant with a princess or a prince?"
Like Concubine Xin, Concubine Cao, who gave birth to a daughter, said:
"Of course, it would be great if she were a princess or a prince. If she were a prince, she could go horseback riding and hunting with our Third Prince. If she were a princess, she could embroider with Wen Yi and Concubine Xin. Both are great. Don't you think so, Concubine Xin, Concubine Qi?"
After saying that, Concubine Cao smiled and glanced at Concubine Xin and Concubine Qi. Concubine Xin was simple and honest. She just watched the show, ate melon seeds, and nodded with a smile.
Concubine Qi said:
"How can we treat giving birth to a prince and a princess in the same way? Naturally, giving birth to a prince means a higher status. Look at our Third Prince, he is very studious and studies hard every day, studying until late at night, hoping that one day he can help the emperor solve his problems."
Upon hearing this, Concubine Hua curled up her lips into a cold smile. She gently shook the teacup in her hand, with a hint of sarcasm in her voice:
"Sister Qifei is saying it lightly. Although the Third Prince has tried hard, I often hear that he is still scolded by the Emperor. If Concubine Xia can really give birth to a prince this time, then the Emperor will have to focus all his attention on that little baby. By then, I'm afraid the Third Prince will be left out even more."
When Concubine Qi heard this, her expression changed slightly, but she quickly regained her composure, her tone carrying a hint of reluctance:
"Sister Hua Fei, you are wrong. Even if that is the case, our Third Prince is still a prince after all. Isn't he much better than those barren concubines?"
Hua Fei knew that Qi Fei was implying that she had no offspring. A trace of anger flashed in her eyes, and then turned to sarcasm:
"I think that giving birth isn't the only criterion. If a mother can't raise her own children well, then what's the point of giving birth to many princes?"
Concubine Qi was so angry at Concubine Hua's words that her face turned pale:
"Sister Hua Fei, you are wrong. While it is important to raise a child well, if you don't have any offspring, what's the point of raising a child?"
"Then Sister Qi Fei really needs to take the trouble to teach Third Prince well. Don't let him be outdone by the tiny baby in Lady Xia's belly. That would be a laughing stock."
When Concubine Qi heard this, a trace of fear flashed in her eyes.
Hua Fei's words touched her heart.
The emperor has always disliked the third prince, and Concubine Qi knew it. If Xia Dongchun really gave birth to a prince, then Concubine Qi and the third prince would have even less status.
At this time, Xia Dongchun said proudly:
"Please rest assured, sisters. Not only can I give birth to a prince, but I will also raise him well. Furthermore, judging by my condition, I know I'll be pregnant within a year of entering the palace. Even if I occasionally receive favors from you, I will continue to bear children for Your Majesty."
Xia Dongchun offended the three masters with just one word.
Needless to say, Concubine Qi also touched the most sensitive nerve in Concubine Hua's heart. Although she did not name her directly, the implication of her words was that she was ironic about Concubine Hua's infertility.
As for Xia Dongchun, she was immersed in the joy of becoming a mother and was completely unaware of the turbulent situation and undercurrents in the harem.
Even more terrifying is the deep thoughts and calculations hidden behind the queen's seemingly gentle smile, which no one can truly know. How could she allow women in the harem to bring good news one after another, thus threatening her position and power?
But at this time, the Queen's voice was gentle and kind:
"Very good, very good. Lady Xia, if it is true as you said, and another prince is born for the royal family, I will naturally be extremely happy. A thriving harem is a blessing for the royal family, and also a blessing for you and me, the concubines."
A brilliant smile bloomed on Xia Dongchun's face:
"Thank you for your kindness and blessings, Your Majesty. I will do my best to continue the royal bloodline and live up to your expectations."
The Queen nodded slightly, and her eyes fell on Concubine Qi beside her. She was still smiling, but her eyes seemed to hide some deep meaning:
"Lady Xia, don't be fooled by the constant bickering between Concubine Qi and Concubine Hua. Concubine Qi is actually very kind-hearted. When she learned you were pregnant, she was genuinely happy for you. On the way to Qingyin Pavilion, I saw Concubine Qi bring a plate of exquisite pastries, saying she wanted to give it to you personally as a congratulatory gesture."
When Concubine Qi heard the Queen mention this, a complex expression flashed across her face, a mixture of surprise and fear. She quickly stood up, her voice filled with panic and reluctance:
"Yes... yes, I did prepare this plate of peach blossom cake and wanted to give it to Lady Xia as a token of my appreciation."
Xia Dongchun stood up quickly after hearing this:
"Thank you for your kindness, Sister Qifei. I am truly flattered. It is my great fortune to receive the love and care of all the sisters in this harem."
Seeing this, the Queen nodded with satisfaction, as if everything was under her control:
"Look, the deep sisterhood in our harem is truly touching."
Concubine Qi ordered her personal maid Cui Guo:
"Cuiguo, go...go and take it to Lady Xia."
Cuiguo obeyed the order and carefully carried the plate of peach blossom cake to Xia Dongchun, offering it with both hands:
"Lady Xia, please enjoy it."
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