The Rebirth of Li Fei: The Strongest Palace Fighting System

Hearing this, I couldn't help but feel a wave of emotion. Ye Lanyi, that seemingly cold and aloof woman, actually had such a deeply affectionate side. I sighed softly, lamenting how complex and unpredictable love is in this world.

I frowned, my tone filled with unquestionable determination:

"This mission must be completed quickly and cannot be postponed. The Emperor will be preparing to go to the Old Summer Palace for summer vacation in the next few days. According to my memories from my previous life, Ye Lanyi will be entering the palace soon. We must act before then."

Xiao Tao's expression became serious when she heard this. She nodded vigorously, with a determined light flashing in her eyes:

"Your Majesty is right. On the one hand, we must find a way to delay the Emperor, even if it's just for a few days, so that the Emperor can postpone his visit to the Old Summer Palace. On the other hand, we must also find a suitable excuse to allow Ye Lanyi and Prince Guo to meet again, so that we can disrupt their original destiny."

I sighed and said worriedly:

"Prince Guo has been in the palace tending to the Emperor these past few days and is truly busy. It's difficult for us to create an opportunity for them to meet... What should we do?"

Xiao Tao thought about it and frowned slightly:

"Also, I took some time out a few days ago to go to Lingyun Peak to check on Zhen Huan. I discovered that Prince Guo visits Zhen Huan whenever he's free, and the two are always together. If we wait for Prince Guo to leave the palace, Zhen Huan will undoubtedly become a stumbling block. We have to find a way to solve this problem."

I pondered for a moment, and a look of determination flashed in my eyes:

"Xiao Tao, spend twenty thousand taels of silver and I will take a 'pregnancy pill'."

......

"The Emperor has arrived!"

"I send my regards to the Emperor. May the Emperor be blessed with peace and happiness."

The emperor walked into the palace with a beaming face, his tone filled with unconcealed joy:

"Noble Concubine Li, please get up quickly. No need to be so polite. I heard from Wei Lin today that you are already a month pregnant. This is great news! I came to see you specially because I am going to have another prince or princess."

I forced a smile, but my heart was filled with mixed emotions. I knelt down and thanked him:

"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty. I will do my best to give birth to a healthy child for you."

The Emperor carefully observed my expression and asked with concern:

"Why do you look unhappy? Is there something bothering you?"

I gently stroked my abdomen, with a look of worry in my eyes:

"Your Majesty, I have been feeling a little weak lately and have been feeling a little uncomfortable. I think it's due to pregnancy symptoms."

I changed the subject and mentioned my upcoming trip to the Old Summer Palace:

"I heard that the Emperor is planning to go to the Old Summer Palace to escape the summer heat soon. I... may not be able to accompany him. I'm afraid my health won't allow me to handle the bumpy journey."

The emperor frowned slightly upon hearing this, but then relaxed again and comforted me gently:

"Well, your health is more important. According to palace rules, the same palace maids take care of pregnant concubines, so let Concubine Xia stay and take care of you."

I forced a grateful smile, but my heart was beating like a drum:

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your consideration."

I suddenly remembered something important, patted my forehead lightly, and said to the emperor:

"When Your Majesty mentioned the trip to the Old Summer Palace, something suddenly occurred to me. I heard that Concubine Nian also requested not to go to the Old Summer Palace. She is now over seven months pregnant. Every time I visit her, I can sense her melancholy. I am always worried about her, wondering if there is any way to cheer her up so she can rest assured and take care of her pregnancy."

After hearing this, the emperor's eyes flashed with approval:

"You are pregnant yourself, yet you still care so much about Concubine Nian. Imperial Concubine Li is truly virtuous. Now that two concubines in the palace are pregnant, it's time to have some fun and bring some joy to the palace. What are your ideas, Imperial Concubine Li?"

As I listened to the emperor's praise, I realized that the relationship between me and the emperor had risen again.

I bowed slightly and said in a soft and calculating tone:

"The Empress Dowager has decided not to visit the Old Summer Palace, and the horse training performances at the Hundred Horses Garden have also been canceled. However, I privately suspect that this move is out of consideration for the palace's expenses. However, if we can cleverly move the Hundred Horses Garden performances to the palace, firstly, it will please the Empress Dowager and demonstrate our filial piety. Secondly, it will also open the eyes of the concubines and palace maids who have lived in the inner palace for years and have never had the opportunity to visit the Old Summer Palace, allowing them to share in the joy. Thirdly..."

I paused deliberately, turned my gaze gently towards the Emperor, and continued softly:

"Nianpin has mentioned to me many times that when she was in the palace, the Emperor often rode with her. Those times were of great significance to her. Now that she is a concubine, she no longer has such opportunities to ride freely. Nianpin is pregnant now, so although she cannot participate in person, watching a wonderful horse training performance will surely bring back beautiful memories and bring joy to her heart."

When the emperor heard this, a trace of nostalgia and tenderness flashed in his eyes, and he nodded in agreement:

"This plan, Imperial Concubine Li, is brilliant! Let's do as Imperial Concubine Li says! I also want to take this opportunity to let everyone in the harem feel the pride and joy of the past."

I smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in my humility:

"I am deeply grateful to the Emperor for allowing me to take charge of the harem. I will devote all my energy and consideration to every detail, devoting my heart and soul to every member of the harem, so that every moment in this Forbidden City will be filled with warmth and joy."

Xiaotao was standing by, and although no one could see her, her eyes were shining with admiration and pride for me, as if she was also happy that I could come up with such a brilliant idea.

I stroked my sleeves lightly, a calculation flashed in my eyes, and I slowly spoke:

"When the Emperor goes to the Old Summer Palace to escape the summer heat, the Empress Dowager's side will inevitably feel deserted and without company. Prince Guo often came to the palace to tend to the sick, and he has a close relationship with the Empress Dowager. Why not summon Prince Guo to the palace and have him perform filial duties to the Empress Dowager on his behalf while the Emperor is away at the Old Summer Palace? Prince Guo has a gentle disposition and knows how to please the Empress Dowager, so the Empress Dowager will surely be very happy."

After hearing this, the emperor nodded slightly, with a glint of approval in his eyes:

"That's a good idea. Seventeenth brother was also raised by the Empress Dowager, and they have a deep mother-son relationship. Now I'm busy with state affairs and preparing for the trip to the Old Summer Palace, so it's really difficult for me to split my time. Let Seventeenth brother accompany the Empress Dowager, so that I can rest assured. But Seventeenth brother will have to work hard these days!"

I smiled slightly, feeling secretly proud of myself. My plan had been initially accomplished.

"Your Majesty is wise. Prince Guo will serve the Empress Dowager with all his heart and soul, ensuring that she does not feel lonely while Your Majesty is away at the Old Summer Palace. I will also visit her frequently to ensure that everything is in good condition."

The emperor nodded with satisfaction:

"That's very good. I have always trusted you to do things. Then I will do as you say and immediately issue an order to summon Prince Guo to the palace. I will just have to trouble you to take care of the affairs in the palace."

I bowed, my tone filled with a hint of respect and anticipation: "I obey your command. I will make arrangements immediately to ensure everything is in place so that Prince Guo can enter the palace smoothly to accompany the Queen Mother."