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

On the way to Hongci Yongku, the two chatted.

The emperor jokingly remarked that Jiang Ruyin had unknowingly become a virtuous concubine. Jiang Ruyin retorted, "If I had known this would happen, I would have preferred not to be one. Look at how favored Lady Wan is. She's seen all sorts of good things. I really envy her."

"I knew that Concubine Qian would think of you when she got something good, so I gave them all to her. What else are you dissatisfied with?" The emperor said half-jokingly.

Jiang Ruyin chuckled, "Your Majesty, what you said is truly refreshing to me."

The emperor pinched her face and said, "Qian Changzai is more humble than I thought. He gave almost all of it to others. It shows that you have a keen eye."

The emperor changed the subject and gave all the credit for discovering An Lingrong to Jiang Ruyin.

Jiang Ruyin accepted it all. After several attempts to get to the point, she simply said, "Although Concubine Wan is not as good as Qianchang in accompanying the emperor, she still got the best things. Since I found Qianchang's treasure for the emperor, the emperor must give me a share."

The emperor laughed and said, "Have I ever given others anything better than you?"

Jiang Ruyin pretended to be dissatisfied, "I, the concubine of Fuguangjin, only got one piece of it, but Lady Wan was able to give it to the servants casually. It seems that she got something better from the emperor. Is the emperor still trying to deceive me?"

The emperor looked suspicious. "Oh?"

Jiang Ruyin seemed to be explaining the emperor's doubts, "On my way to the Qinzheng Palace, I saw Huanbi, parading through the streets in her shimmering brocade clothes, and I also heard her disparaging remarks about Concubine Qian."

"You really dirty my eyes." Jiang Ruyin said indignantly.

The emperor raised his eyebrows, surprised at Jiang Ruyin's directness, and nudged Jiang Ruyin's neck as if to please her.

"So you're here to complain. No wonder I'm in such good spirits now. There's actually a jealous person sitting next to me." The emperor joked.

Jiang Ruyin was embarrassed and annoyed, so she reached out and pinched the emperor's waist. The emperor also reached out and scratched Jiang Ruyin's waist and armpits.

The well-made dragon sedan swayed slightly. Su Peisheng wiped his sweat and felt thankful for the first time that the Empress Dowager's kindness would never fade away.

Finally, Hongxuan was alarmed. The little guy kept screaming "Ahhhh" and accusing the two of their crimes.

The emperor stopped Jiang Ruyin and took Hongxuan from Fu Qiu, who didn't even dare to breathe.

The emperor poked Hongxuan's chubby face with his finger, but Hongxuan bit his finger in anger.

Hongxuan was at the age of teething and was quite strong. The emperor felt pain and cursed under his breath.

Jiang Ruyin laughed, "Hongxuan already knows how to avenge his mother."

Hongxuan cried out "ah" a few more times, and suddenly blurted out "Ama". The emperor was surprised and asked Hongxuan to cry out a few more times, but Hongxuan ignored him and just played with his fingers.

Jiang Ruyin was angrily making trouble for Hongxuan. Hongxuan was in the emperor's arms and leaned on the emperor unconsciously.

The emperor narrowed his eyes, enjoying this moment of warmth.

Hongci Yongku was right before his eyes. The emperor suddenly said, "I remember that palace maid. She liked green clothes and pink shoes. She was just a vulgar person. If Yin'er is angry, just punish her."

"As for the Floating Light Brocade..." The emperor whispered in Jiang Ruyin's ear, pretending to be mysterious. "From now on, I will leave some of the best things for you."

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The paths in the Old Summer Palace were interconnected, and even though Huanbi only wore the dress for one day before taking it off, the Empress still found out about it.

The Queen summoned Zhen Huan, saying that she liked her intelligence and asked her to keep her company.

"Ever since Concubine Qian gained favor, the Emperor has become more relaxed. In the past, he would spend six or seven hours writing a batch of memorials without even stopping to rest. This really worried me."

Zhen Huan smiled, "Your Majesty is very busy with government affairs, so it's only natural for him to listen to some songs."

The Queen only said that An Lingrong was favored, but Zhen Huan started singing as soon as she opened her mouth, which shows her strength.

The Queen's smile deepened. "You are quite sensible, not as petty as Concubine Hua."

Huichun brought in the meowing Songzi, which scared Zhen Huan.

The Queen soothed him, "Don't be afraid, it's just a cat."

Zhen Huan shrank aside and reluctantly continued, "He said that Persia sent a cat as tribute, and the Emperor gave it to the Third Prince as a reward."

The Queen smiled, "That's it. The Third Prince gave it to Concubine Qi out of filial piety. Who knew that when Concubine Qi brought it to me that day, it really caught my eye, so Concubine Qi gave it to me."

"I named it Matsuko."

"Very beautiful." Zhen Huan said.

Hearing Zhen Huan's praise, the Queen said, "Come and hold me." Then she held Songzi and walked towards Zhen Huan.

Zhen Huan was so frightened that she left her seat in a hurry. The Queen gave the pine nuts to Jian Qiu with satisfaction and said, "Oh, I forgot you are afraid of cats."

Zhen Huan sneered, "The Queen cares about me, even such trivial matters."

The Queen pointed at the pine nut nonchalantly and said, "Actually, although I like it very much, I have to be careful with it at all times. After all, it's an animal. It would be terrible if it got hurt."

Zhen Huan hadn't yet grasped the underlying meaning and simply said, "Your Majesty, you're worrying too much. Songzi has been raised by you and is very docile."

"Is that so? But human hearts are hard to predict, let alone animals." After saying this, she looked at Zhen Huan meaningfully, "The closer you are, the harder it is to be careful, right?" Zhen Huan heard the hidden meaning in the Queen's words, and her heart tightened.

Zhen Huan didn't answer, and the Queen didn't care. She said, "Tonight is Qixi Festival. The Emperor has invited all the princes and concubines in the palace to Changchun Garden to enjoy the moon together. You'd better not be late."

"Yes." Zhen Huan said.

Zhen Huan naturally understood that the Queen was hinting at her. However, she was filled with concerns, as she knew full well that the Queen and Lou Yong'er had a close relationship in private.

Is there something wrong with someone around me?

An Lingrong has always been close to Concubine Fang, and Mei Jiejie has no fighting spirit. Is this true, or does the Queen have other intentions?

She didn't dare to fully believe what the Queen said. Zhen Huan felt increasingly depressed. In this treacherous palace, every step she took was like walking on thin ice.

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Interestingly, in Jiang Ruyin's previous life, the Empress was in complete control of An Lingrong and Zhen Huan's separation. Huanbi's constant petty behavior prompted the Empress to specifically remind Zhen Huan.

In this life, An Lingrong has moved on, and Baojuan no longer has An Lingrong's trust. Lou Yong'er is no longer useful, and the Queen, wary of Jiang Ruyin's favor, warns Zhen Huan to keep an eye on An Lingrong.

The series of events triggered by a piece of floating brocade has not yet ended.

That night,

As a recent celebrity, An Lingrong naturally toasted the emperor.

The emperor drank it all in one gulp out of courtesy.

As soon as Concubine Qi started to mock, she was choked back by the emperor. Concubine Hua's face, which had been gloomy all night, finally cleared up a little, but when she thought about the fact that the emperor was speaking for An Lingrong, her face darkened again.

"What Concubine Qi said is wrong. It is obvious that the Emperor only likes to joke with He Qianchang today, but you insist on bringing it upon yourself." Concubine Hua would not miss any opportunity to ridicule Concubine Qi.