The Legend of Zhen Huan Reborn: Overthrowing Zhen Huan to Become the Queen Mother

The emperor was furious. This Guo Luoluo clan member was neither able to judge the situation nor to curry favor with the powerful. The previous generation of Guo Luoluo clan members were like this, and so was this generation. No wonder no one had written to compliment him in all these years.

Can't even give me a way out!

The next moment, Jing'e's eyes rolled, his forehead pressed against the ground, and he shouted, "Your Majesty, please forgive me!"

Then he continued, "The people from the Imperial Household Department wrote the name of the new revision in the account book for the Emperor's consideration. I also did this for the Emperor's consideration. In the future, the history books will not include this unusual amount of money from the Ministry of Revenue!"

The veins on the emperor's forehead bulged. "In that case, I have to reward you."

Jing'e quickly knelt and took a step back. "I dare not. I have a plan. As the saying goes, wool comes from the sheep; take from the people and use it for the people; a son's untaught son is the fault of his father... Young Master Zhen's deeds should be repaid by his father, Zhen Yuandao, right?"

The emperor hesitated and said, "Zhen Yuandao is an honest official. How can he afford such a large sum of money?"

Jing E raised his head quietly, "Zhen Yuandao has no money, but the Jeju Assistant Commander has been an official for generations, how could he be without money?"

The emperor touched his chin and it seemed to make some sense.

Jing E came up with an idea. He knew something was going to happen when he saw the emperor's expression, and he said hurriedly:

"Your Majesty's virtue is as vast as the sky and as broad as the sea. He cares for the people, sharing their joys and sorrows. He is always mindful of the hardships of the common people and constantly shows his benevolence. He reduces taxes and levies, allowing the people to rest and recuperate; he encourages agriculture and sericulture, ensuring that granaries are filled with grain. He extends his kindness to the orphans and widows, and cares for the poor and weak. His kindness reaches far and wide."

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Your keen insight has redressed wrongful convictions, making it difficult to deceive corrupt officials. Your government has been disciplined and political integrity has been restored. Your virtue has spread far and wide, drawing tributes from all nations. Your Majesty's holiness is a blessing to the nation and a blessing to all people. Your praise will endure for generations to come, and your glory will shine forever, benefiting all generations."

The emperor smiled and waved Jing'e away, "Alright, alright, I understand. Please leave."

Jing'e bowed and left the hall, and the emperor frowned as he looked at his back.

This old guy, can't you see, is full of bad intentions.

Thinking of this, the emperor began to write.

Zhen Huan is pregnant with the royal heir, but Zhen Yuandao isn't. If Zhen Yuandao can't produce it, isn't Shen Meizhuang also involved? Let Shen Zishan take it!

If Shen Zishan can't produce it, she can justifiably punish Shen Meizhuang. There is another father and daughter pair that Zhen Huan cannot punish, and that is Zhen Yuandao.

Thinking of Zhen Yuandao, the emperor's face darkened. He had not yet settled accounts with him for Qian Mingshi's poetry collection.

He couldn't help but write faster, scolding Zhen Yuandao for not teaching his daughter well, and even accusing Zhen Yuandao of having a rebellious heart.

The Forbidden City is like a huge and magnificent golden cage. The cold palace walls imprison the fate of thousands of people in this world.

News about the former dynasty and the harem also spread rapidly among these thousands of people.

The moment she heard the news, Shen Meizhuang fell to the ground, crying and wailing uncontrollably. Caiyue and Caixing went to help her, but in the end, they also shed tears at the sound of Shen Meizhuang's low mumbling.

The master, his servant and his two companions hugged each other and cried for a long time.

With swollen eyes, Shen Meizhuang ordered Xiao Shi to take handfuls of jewelry and ask someone to sell them.

Caixing looked at the Cunju Hall. The couch was covered with brocade, delicately embroidered with flowers in full bloom, and a subtle fragrance seemed to linger. On the table, a glass cup was filled with warm pearls, and the clear light and brilliant light reflected each other.

Palace lanterns swayed, and light and shadow danced lightly on the walls. The scrolls hung on the walls had delicate brushstrokes, and the mountains, rivers, flowers and birds all had charm, as if they were about to break through the walls.

The curtains by the window are as silky as waterfalls, and the cloud patterns embroidered with silver thread flicker in the candlelight and flutter gently in the breeze.

On the dressing table, there were only a few items given by the emperor placed casually on the dressing table, and the rest of the boxes and treasure boxes were empty.

Looking at Shen Meizhuang again, all the jewels on her head were gone, and her long black hair was piled up in an empty bun, which was very funny.

Tears began to fall again. Cai Xing cried out and hugged Shen Meizhuang's legs. "My lady, you can no longer trust Concubine Wan!!! Our house can't stand it anymore, wuwuwu..."

Shen Meizhuang was heartbroken by Caixing's words. She trembled and held Caiyue and Caixing's hands tightly, "I, I know, I'm sorry to my father and mother... I really know..."

In June, the sun was blazing brightly in the Old Summer Palace.

After stripping Longkodo of his title, the emperor successfully received the empress dowager's letter of surrender. The emperor held the red pen in his hand, without a trace of joy in his heart.

Jiang Ruyin, who had recovered from his illness, still looked a little pale as he came to the Qinzheng Hall.

Ling Ying, who was serving as a clerk on the side, bowed his head, bowed silently, and left gracefully.

Jiang Ruyin noticed Ling Ying's attire. Her sleek black hair was pulled into a side bun, pinned with a hammered pearl hairpin and a burnt blue silver hairpin. She wore a snow-blue palace gown of soft satin embroidered with orchid grass patterns, overlaid with a gauze dress. She exuded a noble air, performing the duties of a palace maid or servant, yet her every move was impeccably gentle and graceful.

Jiang Ruyin chuckled, "Your Majesty, I am truly relieved to have such a beautiful woman serving by your side."

The emperor rarely showed a trace of embarrassment. "Ling Da Ying is beautiful but not humorous enough. She is just a wooden beauty."

Jiang Ruyin's face was filled with worry. "If everyone could be as demure as Ling promised, and make the Emperor happy, then there would be true harmony in the Six Palaces."

The emperor noticed something was wrong and asked, "What's wrong?"

Jiang Ruyin paused and said with a sigh, "Then the promise is gone."

The emperor frowned, "Why is it gone?"

"A few days ago, construction began on Chunxi Palace. Coincidentally, it was the Dragon Boat Festival, so the sisters who stayed in the palace had a small gathering. During the meal, Concubine Qi ridiculed Concubine Shen. Concubine Shen ignored her and then ridiculed Concubine Guo. The concubine spoke up for Concubine Guo, but Concubine Qi humiliated her. It wasn't all bad news, though. After returning home, Concubine Guo felt abdominal pain, and the imperial physician came to see her and said she was two months pregnant."

The emperor's frown instantly relaxed, "This is indeed good news."

Jiang Ruyin nodded. "Concubine Guo was confined to the palace to take care of her baby. Poor Concubine Qi repeatedly insulted her. One time, she mentioned the death of Concubine Su, and she ran to find Concubine Guo in tears. She had been comforted, but that night, she committed suicide by jumping into a well."

The emperor was almost stunned. "How dare she commit suicide in the palace!"

Jiang Ruyin sighed in embarrassment, "Yes, Concubine Qi was at fault first and should be punished. But if she commits suicide in the palace, I don't know what to do with Concubine Qi."

The emperor frowned and turned his bracelet, "Noble Lady Qi has only good looks but is of no use. She should be confined to her own palace and have to copy the rules and regulations for women a hundred times."

Since the emperor recently ordered Zhen Yuandao and Shen Zishan to raise funds, Emin, who had originally gone to Zhen Yuandao alone, suddenly received a lot of help. Not only Zhang Tingyu, but even Shen Zishan got involved.