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

There was a strange look in Jiang Ruyin's eyes. In her previous life, she was trapped in the Shattered Jade Pavilion and didn't know about this.

However, as long as it is not the intention of the two top people, who can cover the sky with one hand?

Jiang Ruyin collected all the thoughts in her eyes and sighed softly, "Sister Xin, please get up quickly. No matter what, you can't joke with your life!"

Then, Jiang Ruyin continued, "Sister, could you please tell me what the other party forced you to do? That way, I'll know if I can do my best to help."

Upon hearing this, Concubine Xin sniffed hard, sighed deeply, and said slowly, "This matter also seems strange to me. The other party only wants me to be on good terms with the concubines in the palace, and if I find out any information, I will give it to him..."

As she spoke, she carefully raised her head and looked at Jiang Ruyin. Seeing Jiang Ruyin looking at her with a worried look on her face, she couldn't help but tremble in her heart.

Hearing this, Jiang Ruyin patted the back of Concubine Xin's hand soothingly, "I see. I understand. If you have any difficulties in the future, please report to the Emperor and I will testify for you. It would be best if everything goes well, but you also need to understand what to say and what not to say!"

Concubine Xin felt greatly relieved and thanked Jiang Ruyin repeatedly.

The two of them parted ways. Shu Dong glanced at Jiang Ruyin and saw that she looked normal. He whispered, "Did your Majesty really believe her?"

Jiang Ruyin said calmly, "What does it matter whether I believe it or not? If she can't help me, what's the point of believing it? If she can help me, what can I do if I don't believe it?"

Shu Dong was sincerely convinced and said respectfully, "Your Majesty is right. I was worrying too much."

At the same time, Concubine Xin squeezed Jingqing's hand until it hurt. Jingqing held her breath and returned to Chuxiu Palace. After closing the door to the East Side Hall, she asked anxiously, "My lady—will Concubine Fang believe us?"

Concubine Xin slowly let go, still unable to stop her body from shaking violently. "It doesn't matter whether you believe it or not. What matters is that I am valuable enough."

The Queen cannot be relied upon, Concubine Hua cannot be counted on, and the sickly Concubine Duan is sinister and vicious. Only Concubine Fang, who comes later, can be capable of great things.

Thinking of the changes in Jiang Ruyin before and after entering the palace, Concubine Xin let out a long breath.

That afternoon, Concubine Xin found the opportunity.

If it is the place with the most information, the only places that ordinary people can think of are the Imperial Garden and the palace ladies' quarters!

Concubine Xin also had the same idea, and she happened to hear the secret story about the emperor granting a bath in Tangquan Palace a few days ago.

The absent-minded Concubine Xin widened her eyes when she heard this. Apart from Empress Chunyuan, there was actually someone else who could receive such an honor from the Emperor.

At that moment, she even considered showing her goodwill to Wan Changzai. Finally, after a timid discussion with Jingqing, Xin Guiren came up with an idea.

"Jingqing, prepare two plates of pea yellow in advance tomorrow morning. I'm going to visit Concubine Jing."

Jing Qing couldn't help but guess what Noble Lady Xin was thinking. She exclaimed in surprise, "My Lady! How could we possibly know about such a disrespectful thing? My Lady, you can't put yourself in danger!"

Seeing Jing Qing's earnest words, Concubine Xin's frown relaxed slightly. "Just now, I was mistaken. How could someone in a place like the Imperial Garden, which is well connected, talk about such a royal scandal?"

She looked up towards the east, the most prestigious place in the entire Forbidden City. "If the people above don't know, how can the palace maids below talk about it? If someone wants me to know, then I must know."

Jing Qing pleaded bitterly, "My lady—you must not offend the Emperor for the sake of being favored by other ladies..."

A hint of sarcasm flashed in Xin Guiren's eyes. "When the Emperor never disliked me, I never benefited from his influence."

Early the next morning,

Concubine Jing and Concubine Xin were waiting outside Jingren Palace with a few tightly tied eunuchs.

The few of them sat in Jingren Palace for a long time. The Queen looked unhappy, but she forced a smile and said gently, "Today is not the day for morning and evening visits. You should go back first. If there is anything else, I will ask Jianqiu to invite you back."

Jingpin and Xin Guiren exchanged a glance and stood up to leave. As they retreated to the door, they ran into the emperor who was rushing in in court robes.

The emperor was slightly surprised to see that there were only three concubines in the room, but he said nothing and then leisurely sat down in the main seat. Seeing this, the two of them had no choice but to sit back down.

"The Queen hastily invited me here. What's the important matter?"

The queen looked at the person in front of her and felt bitter in her heart. If Concubine Xin was not tactful, she was afraid that she would never have the chance to ask her husband in person.

She composed herself and said tactfully, "Later yesterday evening, Concubine Xin was strolling in the Imperial Gardens when she overheard several palace servants gossiping. Since it was near Xianfu Palace, she informed Concubine Jing, who had the servants tied up. She then reported this to me early this morning."

The emperor closed his eyes, twirling the emerald green beads in his hand, and thought for a moment. Su Peisheng hadn't reported any rumors circulating in the palace. His mind couldn't help but drift to the newly restored concubine of Sui Yuxuan.

Seeing the emperor's attitude, the queen lowered her head and glanced at Concubine Xin when she looked up.

Jingpin looked at Xin Guiren worriedly. Xin Guiren clutched her handkerchief, slowly stood up and bowed.

"I heard that those palace maids kept saying that the emperor and Concubine Wan were treating each other like husband and wife in the Tangquan Palace. I..." Before she could finish her words, the emperor suddenly opened his eyes and shot a sharp gaze at Concubine Xin.

Concubine Xin was so frightened that her face turned pale and she lowered her head, not daring to speak.

Of course, this was just a rumor spread among the palace. After all, the emperor's bestowal of the honor of a bedchamber and a concubine's room was within the palace, so how could they be considered husband and wife in the Tangquan Palace? However, the emperor knew that he had overstepped the bounds of propriety and remained silent for a moment.

Jingpin looked left and right, and finally knelt beside Xin Guiren. "As soon as Xin Guiren heard about this, she tied up the palace maid and told me. I guess this matter hasn't spread yet. As for how to deal with this palace maid who gossiped and spread rumors, I ask the Emperor and the Empress to decide."

The Emperor looked at the Empress, who also looked back with concern. Seeing the dark circles under the Empress's eyes, which were barely concealed by her makeup, the Emperor suddenly asked, "Has the Empress not rested well these past few days?"

The Queen's heart skipped a beat. This was because she was suspicious of herself. She forced a smile and said, "A few days ago was the anniversary of Honghui's death. I always suffer from insomnia and nightmares at this time."

Seeing the gloom on the queen's face, the emperor nodded secretly, and a trace of guilt rose in his heart, "Queen, you have worked hard. Remember to put on more clothes when it is still cold."