The Rebirth of Li Fei: The Strongest Palace Fighting System

I was stunned when I heard that. I turned to look at Xiao Tao and asked doubtfully:

"Huanbi? Has she also become one of our 'partisans'?"

Xiaotao nodded vigorously.

I felt a little surprised and astonished at the subtle change in Huanbi's attitude.

I have always believed that Huanbi's loyalty to Zhen Huan was as solid as a rock and unshakable. After all, they are sisters who have been together since childhood and have experienced countless hardships together.

However, what I didn't expect was that just because I supported Huanbi at the critical moment and helped her to get to the top, her heart had quietly moved 3% closer to me.

This unexpected discovery gave me a deeper understanding of Huanbi. It turns out that in this turbulent palace, people's hearts are not static, but full of variables and possibilities.

Huanbi, the woman who I once thought had a deep and inseparable relationship with Zhen Huan, turned out not to be as steadfast as I had imagined.

Perhaps she also has her own considerations and calculations in her heart, but they are usually hidden too deeply and never easily revealed.

Xiao Tao was beaming with joy as she continued to report to me the progress of various relationship indices:

"My lady, as for the others, Concubine Hua's index is 4%. Although it's not high, it's still some progress. Xia Dongchun's index has increased significantly, soaring directly to 45%. It seems that she is becoming more and more dependent on you. Imperial Physician Wei Lin's index has also reached 9%, and Eunuch Liang Duorui's index is also 16%. "

"What about the Emperor's favor index?"

"The Emperor's favor index is 52% of that of a concubine! My lady, you are truly amazing! This is a promotion as fast as a horse!"

I also felt a surge of joy in my heart.

Xiao Tao counted on her fingers and said excitedly:

"Xia Dongchun is now six months pregnant and will give birth in four months. By then, my lady, your concubine index will reach 49%! With a little more effort, the position of imperial concubine will be just around the corner!"

I listened to Xiaotao's words. Although I was very happy, I was also a little puzzled.

As for the road to promotion, although I already have some plans, I always feel that the process seems too smooth.

I frowned and asked:

"Xiao Tao, do you think the path to promotion is really that easy and smooth?"

Xiao Tao was stunned for a moment, seemingly stumped by my question. She thought for a moment, then replied, "My lady, don't worry too much. Although the palace is complicated, as long as you are here, and with the Emperor's favor, there is nothing we can't overcome."

I listened to Xiaotao's words. Although I still had some doubts in my heart, I didn't want to dwell on it too much.

After all, the current situation is indeed very favorable to me. As long as I continue to act according to the plan, I believe I will be able to achieve my goal.

Afterwards, Xiao Tao detailed my financial situation. My share had naturally increased since my promotion to concubine, and combined with the rewards bestowed upon me by the various concubines in the other palaces for various reasons, it totaled 12603 ​​taels and 500 coins. Furthermore, various other items converted into silver brought the total to 6483 taels and 391 coins.

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Xiaotao and I were counting our belongings in the house when we suddenly heard a commotion outside the door, as if some visitors were arriving.

I frowned slightly, curious about who would come to visit at this hour, so I stood up and walked out the door, intending to find out.

As soon as I stepped out of the door, I saw Su Peisheng standing outside with a respectful look on his face.

I was moved and thought that Su Peisheng came to visit me at this time, he must have something important to tell me.

"May Concubine An be well and may Lady Xia be well."

As soon as Su Peisheng saw me, he immediately bowed and greeted me.

I nodded slightly and replied:

"You are too polite, Eunuch Su. I wonder what brings you here?"

Su Peisheng heard this and said with a smile on his face:

"Since Concubine An is here, I will tell you everything. The Emperor has issued an oral order: Lady Xia is pregnant and feeling tired and unwell. From today on, she no longer needs to pay her respects to the Yikun Palace every day."

I couldn't help but look at Xia Dongchun. I saw a hint of joy flash across Xia Dongchun's face, as if she was very satisfied with the emperor's thoughtfulness.

However, this joy was short-lived, replaced by a hint of doubt and dissatisfaction.

"Thank the Emperor for me! The Emperor is still considerate of me!"

Xia Dongchun said in a sweet voice, with a hint of pride and boasting in her tone.

However, before she finished speaking, she turned to look at Su Peisheng again, her brows furrowed, and her tone was somewhat questioning:

"Eunuch Su has been in the palace for so long, yet he still doesn't understand the palace rules? I'm a concubine, so I should be called 'Niangniang'. Why do you call me 'Xiaozhu'?"

Su Peisheng's expression suddenly became serious. He cleared his throat and continued:

"This is the second oral order I have come to deliver. Lady Xia has committed insubordination and offended Concubine Hua. The Emperor is furious and has demoted Lady Xia to the rank of noble lady."

Xia Dongchun's face turned pale instantly when she heard this. She widened her eyes in disbelief and said in a trembling voice:

"What? Demoted to a noble? How is that possible! I... I'm pregnant with the Emperor's heir!"

Su Peisheng sighed, his tone filled with helplessness and sympathy:

"Lady Xia, you also know that the rules in this palace are very strict and no one can easily violate them. You are also clear about the position that Concubine Hua holds in the Emperor's heart..."

Xia Dongchun bit her lip, a trace of anger and unwillingness flashed in her eyes:

"Who is slandering me in front of the Emperor? I want to know who it is!"

Su Peisheng looked embarrassed and answered cautiously:

"Lady Xia, how dare I speculate about the Emperor's will? Please don't overthink it. Just focus on your pregnancy."

After saying that, Su Peisheng found an excuse and hurriedly left.

Xia Dongchun's eyes were filled with anger and unwillingness. She stared at me closely, as if trying to find the answer from my face:

"Sister An, tell me, who was it? Who slandered me in front of the Emperor? Was it Concubine Hua?"

Her voice trembled slightly, and it was obvious that her emotions were on the verge of losing control.

Suddenly, she seemed to remember something:

"Could it be... the Queen? I remember the Queen was there that day in the Imperial Garden... Could it be her..."

Although my current position is higher than hers, she still calls me "Sister An", but I don't argue with her too much, so as not to lower the index of the hard-earned relationship between her and me.

I slowly approached her and gently patted her shoulder, trying to calm her excitement:

"Sister Xia, this happened so suddenly. I don't know who said what in front of the emperor. But no matter what, the most important thing for you now is to rest assured and take care of your pregnancy and the safety of yourself and your child."

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As the saying goes, "Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will win every battle." I was also full of doubts and curiosity about the sudden changes in the palace.