"...Your Majesty, I think this punishment is too severe...Princess Wen Yi's first birthday celebration is about to take place. If such a bloody incident were to occur in the palace, it would be truly inappropriate. I'm afraid such a sinister act would be detrimental to the princess, who is still in her infancy!"

Concubine Cao, who had been silent on the side, heard what was said about Wen Yi and stepped forward to dissuade him.

She had been standing by with the intention of watching the show, but now she took Shen Meizhuang's words to heart.

After all, she loved Wen Yi the most, so she leaned over to Hua Fei's ear and said in a very low voice:

"Your Majesty, Wen Yi and I feel that Your Majesty is fair and impartial, and that you are strict in rewarding and punishing. But if this gets to the ears of the Empress, I'm afraid..."

The Queen has always wanted to find something to hold against Concubine Hua, and Concubine Hua knows it.

Concubine Cao's words touched Hua Fei's nerves.

Concubine Cao was certainly not pleading for me, but was using her motherly heart to protect Wen Yi Wanquan.

Hua Fei said to me with high aspirations:

"Then, for Wen Yi's sake, I will spare you this time. However, while the death penalty may be avoided, the living punishment cannot be escaped! Within the palace, no one is allowed to use seductive tactics like Qiwu to deceive the emperor. Remove An Changzai's green card for three months as a warning to others!"

After saying that, Concubine Hua turned her gaze to Shen Meizhuang:

"Noble Lady Shen is in charge of the six palaces. She wouldn't bend the law just because Concubine An is her good sister, right?"

Shen Meizhuang was helpless. After taking off the green badge for three months, the "one zhang red" pain had become much lighter.

After weighing the pros and cons, she could only say one thing:

"Empress Shengming."

"Hmph, Lady Shen, just take good care of your baby."

Hua Fei sneered and walked away.

......

"Just now, I was nearly punished by Concubine Hua with 'One Zhang of Red Scars'. Fortunately, my two sisters came to my rescue. Lingrong would like to thank you sisters here."

"Hey... If you want to thank someone, thank God! A gust of wind just blew my silk away, and I just found this place..."

Shen Meizhuang said.

"Yes, thank goodness we arrived in time, otherwise the consequences would be disastrous. Although you were spared the 'one zhang of scars', your green badge was removed for three months. I'm afraid you won't be able to see the Emperor for a long time. Concubine Hua has always been petty and can't stand the Emperor flipping other people's badges. Now she is taking this opportunity to suppress me... She probably wants to take my badge off too."

Zhen Huan added.

"It's okay. I haven't seen the emperor for a long time anyway. I'm afraid he has forgotten me. So, it doesn't matter to me whether I take off the green card or not."

I smiled bitterly.

......

After walking around the garden with Zhen Huan and Shen Meizhuang for a while, I found an excuse to say goodbye to them.

Because I am thinking about Xiaotao who has returned.

I returned to Fanying Pavilion with brisk steps.

As soon as I stepped through the carved wooden door, my heart began to beat faster involuntarily, and my eyes eagerly searched the bedroom for the familiar figure.

And when I finally saw Xiaotao sitting there quietly waiting for me, an indescribable joy and peace of mind suddenly surged in my heart.

"Xiao Tao, you're back!"

"Greetings to the young master!"

I quickly helped her up, held her hand, and looked at her carefully:

"You're finally back! Xiaotao, there's no need to be so polite. Xiaotao is my sister!"

When Xiao Tao heard this, a bright smile bloomed on her face. That smile was like the warm sunshine in spring, instantly illuminating the entire bedroom.

"When Xiao Tao came back today, she saw Concubine Hua making things difficult for the young lady. Xiao Tao was angry! But on her way to find the young lady, she saw Zhen Huan and Shen Meizhuang walking not far away, so she thought of calling them over."

"Why are you screaming? Zhen Huan and Shen Meizhuang can't see you either!"

"Hehe, of course I know!"

Xiaotao blinked her eyes:

"At that time, Xiao Tao saw Shen Meizhuang wiping her sweat with a piece of silk, and then Zhen Huan said, 'Isn't this the silk the emperor gave you?' I knew that the silk was very valuable. So Xiao Tao stepped forward, pulled off the silk, and brought it to you, my lady... Shen Meizhuang and Zhen Huan couldn't see me and thought it was blown here by the wind!"

I sincerely admired:

"Xiao Tao is so smart! If you hadn't shown up in time, I might not have known what to do."

"My dear, please don't say that. It's my duty to protect you. As long as you are okay, I will be happy."

Looking at Xiaotao's innocent smile, my heart is filled with gratitude and warmth. In this harem full of calculations and struggles, it is my greatest fortune to have a loyal and reliable partner like Xiaotao.

I knew Xiaotao was always greedy, so I called Baojuan over and got some food for Xiaotao.

Soon, Baojuan brought out dragon beard pastry cloud slices, amber peach kernel pastry, Yaochi jade cake, and hundred flowers candied fruit.

Among them, the candied flowers are made from carefully selected flower petals and pickled with honey, retaining the fragrance of flowers and the sweetness of honey.

"Why do you have such a good appetite today, young lady? Could it be that you are pregnant, just like Concubine Shen?"

Baojuan was looking forward to it curiously.

"It's been so long since I last saw the Emperor. How could he be pregnant? Please go down first."

After Baojuan left, Xiaotao immediately began eating, her face brimming with childlike joy and satisfaction. She first picked up a piece of "Dragon Beard Crispy Cloud Slice," delicately picking up a piece with her slender fingers and placing it in her mouth. The light, crispy texture, like walking on clouds, made her mouth curl up into an innocent smile.

As she ate, she said:

"It's so delicious! My dear, come and eat it too!"

Then he handed me a piece of dessert.

I took it and took a small bite.

In my previous life, I was in the position of "Oriole Concubine" and I had eaten a lot of these snacks, but I had never felt that they were as delicious as today.

Perhaps, the environment is created by the mind.

Xiao Tao ate while mumbling:

"The Emperor is about to host a banquet at 'Jiuzhou Qingyan' to celebrate Princess Wen Yi's first birthday. My lady was practicing dancing just now, but do you want to show off your skills at the banquet?"

"Yeah. Then you..."

I gently told Xiaotao about my plan.

......

Today, the sun shines brightly on the earth, bringing a rare touch of warmth and brightness.

I was particularly happy because of Xiaotao's return, so I thought about taking Xiaotao out for a walk.

As we walked, we unknowingly set foot on the path leading to Bitong Academy.

Bitong Academy, located deep in the palace, is quiet and elegant. It is where Zhen Huan rests and reads every day.

So I plan to go in and see Zhen Huan.

"Sister, how come you have time to come here today?"

When Zhen Huan saw me, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. She quickly put down the book in her hand and stood up to greet me.

"The sun is shining brightly today, so I thought of coming to sit with my sister."

I responded with a smile.

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