The Rebirth of Li Fei: The Strongest Palace Fighting System

Although her voice was not loud, it was particularly clear in the silent palace, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.

When Concubine Hua heard this, her face instantly turned gloomy. She glared at Concubine Xin with disgust, and that look seemed to be able to kill.

Xin Changzai didn't seem to be afraid, and still maintained her innocent look. She just lowered her head slightly and said nothing more.

Concubine Duan had been secretly plotting to overthrow Concubine Hua, and now seeing this rare opportunity, she naturally did not want to let it go. She coughed lightly and spoke slowly, adding fuel to the fire:

"Ahem...yes, I wonder if there's someone behind Yu Ying'er's actions. After all, in the harem...ahem...people's hearts are often hidden. Who can guarantee that their subordinates won't do anything outrageous?"

Although she did not name anyone directly, the implication was very obvious. She was undoubtedly accusing Concubine Hua of instructing Yu Ying'er.

Seeing this, Concubine Cao quickly took advantage of the opportunity to defend Concubine Hua:

"Sister Duan Fei, you're wrong. Empress Hua Fei has always been upright and dignified. Since assisting the six palaces, she has always upheld the principle of fairness and impartiality. How could she have the time to care about such shameful activities? And it is even more impossible for her to instruct others to do such things that violate palace rules."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Duan curled up her lips into a cold smile:

"Speaking of assisting the six palaces, I remember something. Before the Empress came, among the fourteen concubines present here, only Concubine Hua had the authority to assist in the six palaces. However, today, a brawl broke out in Jingren Palace. How disgraceful! What a joke."

Concubine Duan was hinting that Concubine Hua was not doing her job well in managing the six palaces, which was like a sharp dagger piercing Concubine Hua's heart.

Hua Fei's face became increasingly gloomy. She clenched her teeth and tried to suppress the anger in her heart.

The Queen sat on the high throne, her eyes deep. She took a sip of tea and spoke in a calm yet majestic voice:

"Concubine Duan is right. Peace and tranquility are paramount in the harem. Concubine Hua is in charge of the six palaces, and should be able to ensure everything is in order. However, today's incident has caused us to be suspicious. Yu Ying'er's incident may be a small part, but it can also reveal the whole situation. I hope that Concubine Hua will learn from this and work harder to help the six palaces and never let such things happen again."

Although the Queen's words did not directly accuse Concubine Hua, her words revealed her dissatisfaction and suppression of Concubine Hua's ability to assist in managing the six palaces.

Concubine Duan listened from the side with a barely perceptible smile on her lips. She knew that the Queen was using her to suppress Concubine Hua, and she was naturally happy to go along with it.

Upon hearing this, Concubine Hua's face turned pale. She clenched her fists tightly, her nails almost digging into her palms. She suppressed her anger and tried to make her voice sound calm:

"Your Majesty's teachings are correct. I will take this as a warning and work even harder to assist the six palaces. However, the affairs of the harem are complex and tedious, and I am afraid I cannot handle them all on my own. I beg for your guidance, Your Majesty. I will humbly accept your advice."

Hua Fei's words were also intended to drag the Queen into the water: when it comes to governing the six palaces, the Queen should be the first to bear the responsibility.

The queen smiled slightly, with a hint of subtle contempt in her eyes:

"You are too kind, Concubine Hua. You have been assisting the six palaces for a long time and are naturally experienced. I simply hope that you can act more cautiously and not let small matters affect the overall situation. After all, the peace of the harem is related to the reputation of the entire royal family."

During the tit-for-tat dialogue between the Queen, Concubine Hua, and Concubine Duan, Yu Ying'er remained on her knees, weeping unwillingly, her hands tightly clasped together, her eyes filled with despair and pleading:

"Your Majesty, I am truly wronged! Please have mercy and forgive me this time!"

The Queen looked at her with dissatisfaction and contempt. In her opinion, Yu Ying'er was just a minor character, not worth her attention at all. However, she still wanted to take this opportunity to give Concubine Hua a good scolding.

At this time, Concubine Hua finally spoke. She glanced at Yu Ying'er coldly, her tone full of disgust.