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

Concubine Wan regained her favor.

It is said that when Lou was serving the emperor, she mentioned that she had seen the emperor and Zhen Huan talking in the Plum Garden, and she also saw another palace maid peeking at them.

Immediately, Concubine Wan received many rewards, and Yu also moved to the palace.

The situation in the palace has always been like this: either you harm me or I harm you. Today I am the victim, tomorrow you are the victim. The situation is unpredictable, and it is never clear who is lowly and who is noble.

The emperor wanted to see Zhen Huan very much. Lou Yong'er understood the emperor's intention by listening to the music and took her leave to go find Shen Meiyu.

When An Lingrong arrived, she heard Lou Yong'er and Shen Meizhuang chattering.

"I used to like An's personality, quiet and demure. Unfortunately, I later discovered that although this kind of personality is peaceful, it also holds grudges behind people's backs. You never know what words will offend them and they will remember it."

Lou Yong'er spoke leisurely, as if she and Shen Meizhuang were already good sisters.

But this was too obvious, and Shen Meizhuang was unhappy. However, the person in front of her had just helped Huan'er, so she said perfunctorily, "It's not possible to clearly describe a person's personality in just a few words."

An Lingrong clutched the handkerchief and retreated silently.

As soon as she left Xianfu Palace, tears welled up in her eyes. Baojuan rushed forward and held her arm.

An Lingrong wiped the corners of her eyes carefully and forced herself to remain calm.

Baojuan supported An Lingrong all the way back to the palace and consoled her, saying, "What kind of person is this Lou? How did she get to the top, yet she's plotting against others?"

An Lingrong didn't know that Lou Yong'er wanted to say more after hearing what Shen Meizhuang said, but Shen Meizhuang finally interrupted her impatiently. Lou Yong'er glanced at Shen Meizhuang twice, and finally said sternly, "I have always liked the character of Concubine Shen."

Concubine Xin had nothing to do, so she strolled to Suiyuxuan again.

He peeked in and saw Su Peisheng guarding the east side hall.

Concubine Xin entered the main hall with clear eyes and calm mind.

The two chatted about family matters and talked about Lou Yonger.

"I see that Concubine Jing doesn't like Lady Lou either. Last time, she told me that every time Lady Lou came to Xianfu Palace, she would go straight to the East Wing Hall and never visit the main hall. For this, Concubine Shen sent many gifts to apologize."

“…She stared at Concubine Shen and Concubine Wan like a cat stealing fish.” After talking for a while, Concubine Xin picked up the teacup and moistened her lips.

Jiang Ruyin suddenly asked, "Didn't Consort Chun always follow you around these days? What do you think of her?"

Jiang Ruyin didn't know Fang Chunyi very well. At first, she just thought he was cute, but later she felt that his words and actions were inappropriate, and she didn't know his true nature.

Concubine Xin's eyes drifted away. "I heard that Minister Emin's daughter fell ill and couldn't participate in last year's selection. Concubine Chun was so young, yet she didn't escape."

Jiang Ruyin nodded. Since she understood, there was no need to say more.

Suo Chun came in from outside, stared at Jiang Ruyin, chuckled twice, and said flatteringly, "This servant has just gone on a long journey. I wonder if I can ask the queen for a snack."

Concubine Xin was overjoyed and stood up, saying, "Oh, your Majesty's most lively maid has returned. I won't bother you any more."

Jiang Ruyin smiled and asked Fu Qiu to pack two bags of snacks to send to Concubine Xin.

Concubine Xin's figure disappeared around the corner of Suiyuxuan.

Suochun respectfully presented a piece of letter.

Jiang Ruyin took it and saw her father's elegant handwriting. When she saw the end, her eyes turned slightly cold and she let out a sigh.

The letter mentioned that Jiang Ruyin's only younger brother was seventeen years old, had yet to achieve any success, and refused to marry. This worried Old Master Jiang, so his father wrote a letter to him, asking about the possibility of donating money to become an official.

Suochun presented him with pen and ink.

Jiang Ruyin concentrated, first writing a letter to denounce his father's wrong thoughts, then expressing his sorrow for the passing of time, and then seriously replied with two sentences:

1. If you are poor, send money

2. He is a waste, don't even think about it

Jiang Ruyin handed the envelope to Suo Chun, who understood and walked out with a resentful look on his face.

Jiang Ruyin then took up her pen again. This matter still needed careful consideration. Donating money to buy official positions was common during the reign of Emperor Kangxi. An Lingrong's father had also become a county magistrate during that time. The current emperor hated such practices the most. The situation was different now, and he feared he would be caught.

Jiang Zhedi was a man of great determination and perseverance, but he was also ambitious and could not concentrate on studying. He was absolutely not a good businessman, so Mr. Jiang had the idea of ​​donating money to become an official.

When he was at home, Jiang Zhedi was very respectful to his mother, but his biological mother, Qin Yi Niang, was not an honest person.

The letter was given to Shu Dong, who then passed it to the Jiang family through Guo Luoluo's men.

If the official position was arranged by the Guoluo family, it would undoubtedly offend the Aixinjuelu and Ulanara families. However, if someone else was chosen, they might not be as trustworthy as the Guoluo family.

Difficult, difficult, difficult.

That night, the emperor stayed in the east wing of Suiyuxuan.

The next day, Shen Meizhuang came to visit, and Jiang Ruyin, as the host, would naturally be greeted.

So when Jiang Ruyin stepped into the central hall, she saw Lou Yong'er leaning towards Shen Meiyu, looking towards the inner room. As soon as Jiang Ruyin appeared, the two of them looked at each other.

Jiang Ruyin frowned, which caught Shen Meizhuang's attention. She looked at Lou Yong'er beside her without any expression. Lou Yong'er shrank back and looked at her helplessly.

"Your concubine greets Concubine Fang." Shen Meizhuang stood up and saluted. Lou Yong'er was caught off guard and quickly stood up and said hastily, "Greetings to Concubine Fang."

“…Excuse me.”

A pleasant female voice came from outside the door, "I just went to look for Sister Mei, and learned that she came to Suiyuxuan, so I followed her here."

An Lingrong came in smiling, but her expression froze slightly when she saw Lou Yong'er. She then bowed gracefully, "Your concubine greets Concubine Fang. May the queen be well."

Jiang Ruyin called them again to sit in the main seat.

Lou Yong'er bowed to An Lingrong again before asking crisply, "It seems An Ying is very familiar with Concubine Fang?"

An Lingrong silently asked Baozhi to hand over the gift, and said gently, "Is the stove cover I made for Your Majesty last time still useful? I don't have anything else of note, so I wanted to make something for Sixth Prince, but I didn't dare ask about his measurements, so I embroidered this pattern. If Your Majesty likes it, please send someone to take it and have it tailored into something else."

The light blue satin was embroidered with auspicious clouds and auspicious patterns, which could be used in many ways. A smile appeared on his face unconsciously, "An promised to be as meticulous as dust, and he was thoughtful."

Shen Meizhuang then presented what she had brought with her, a white jade Ruyi buckle.

Lou Yong'er was so preoccupied with the current plot points that she hadn't really thought about these things. Seeing them talking among themselves, she said in embarrassment and bewilderment, "I haven't received any good things yet. I wouldn't dare give away anything bestowed by the Emperor casually. I only thought of presenting something good to Your Majesty in the future."

Jiang Ruyin didn't mind the inappropriate words, and asked Shu Dong to bring some jewelry for them to choose from.

A hairpin with jade leaves and golden cicada, a silver hairpin with four butterflies, and a pair of gold and emerald-inlaid flat hairpins.

Shen Meizhuang took only a quick glance and chose the pair of flat hairpins. The gold and emerald-studded brooches were luxurious, and among the three, only Shen Meizhuang, a noblewoman, could afford them. Furthermore, given her background, she had no shortage of hairpins, step-shaking ornaments, and the like.

Lou Yong'er, sitting next to Shen Meizhuang, fell in love with the Jade Leaf and Golden Cicada Hairpin almost immediately. Naihe Shudong then brought it to An Lingrong.

Baozhi, who was standing close behind An Lingrong, reached out and stroked her thin back.

An Lingrong had no intention of giving in to Lou Yong'er, and she took the hairpin almost immediately.

So when Lou Yong'er stared at her with wide eyes, An Lingrong smiled slightly.

After expressing their gratitude, the three of them went to the east side hall.

Shu Dong said softly, "Baozhi is indeed quite capable, and the Queen is very far-sighted."