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

Jiang Ruyin simply shook her head. "I simply feel that there are quite a few scheming individuals within the harem. I know I should be more vigilant to prevent them from harming the heirs and concubines and causing unrest in the Emperor."

The emperor held Jiang Ruyin's hand tightly and said, "With Yin'er by my side, I feel much more at ease."

The night deepened,

Just after midnight, the Yangxin Palace was brightly lit.

(23:00)

After all the hassle back and forth, the time spent in Chunxi Palace was not as long as the time spent on the road.

The emperor lost the desire to sleep and picked up a memorial. He saw that it was a petition from Nian Gengyao and immediately became furious.

"How outrageous!" The square memorial fell to the ground heavily, rolling several times until it reached the door.

Jiang Ruyin lowered her eyes, picked it up and put it back in the corner of the desk.

"When was this delivered?" the emperor asked loudly.

Su Peisheng's shadow flickered outside the door, and then a voice came, "Your Majesty, the new memorial was delivered around 15:00 PM."

(15:30)

The emperor laughed in anger, pointing at the memorial, "Look! I just dealt with Concubine Hua at noon, and Nian Gengyao submitted a memorial to plead for mercy at noon. Could this have become the Forbidden City of the Nian family?"

Jiang Ruyin hesitantly opened the memorial and saw a sentence at a glance: "...it makes the Nian family feel disheartened..."

Jiang Ruyin was shocked and immediately closed the memorial.

This was the first time the emperor mentioned court affairs in front of Jiang Ruyin. Looking at the furious emperor, Jiang Ruyin was unsure of what to do. She frowned and stroked the emperor's shoulders, kneading them with moderate strength.

"Sister Hua Fei has been with the Emperor for many years, and she must be filled with guilt and fear. General Nian is also concerned about his sister, but he is using the wrong method. A minister should be loyal to the emperor, and General Nian's use of the wrong intentions is truly wrong. Your Majesty, please calm down."

Because in the previous life, the emperor dealt with the Nian family and only spared Concubine Hua's life, and allowed her to continue living in the main hall of the Yiku Palace, Jiang Ruyin decided to say some good words first.

The emperor looked at Jiang Ruyin steadily.

If it were Zhen Huan, she would definitely quote classics and discuss political affairs.

The emperor said, "You have a good temper."

Jiang Ruyin replied, "I am a concubine and a subject, so I naturally don't want General Nian's mistake to hurt the relationship between the Emperor and Concubine Hua."

The emperor smiled and patted the restless hand on his shoulder, "The harem is not allowed to interfere in government affairs. I was confused just now. Fortunately, I have you."

Jiang Ruyin smiled shyly, "It's really that I don't understand anything."

Another quarter of an hour passed, Jiang Ruyin's hands were sore from pressing, so she simply picked up a book and read.

Shu Dong sent a booklet.

Jiang Ruyin took the booklet, nodded, and glanced at Suochun.

Since the last incident, Shu Dong has been more active, running around and taking the initiative to do a lot of things. Jiang Ruyin still needs Guo Luoluo's help, and Shu Dong must use it.

Suochun leaned towards Shudong and said kindly, "I will take a day off tomorrow. Your Majesty cannot do without your aunt. Please go and have some rest."

Shu Dong agreed with a smile.

Jiang Ruyin carefully looked at the roster and sighed, "What a pity for Sister Wanpin."

The emperor raised his eyes and asked, "Why do you say that?"

"The brothers had been separated for many years, both thinking they had no relatives, so they entered the palace as slaves. They met again in the palace, but because of their upright character, one could only make a living in the cold palace and the other in the remote Suiyuxuan. Xiao Yunzi was a eunuch in the East Wing Palace. When Wanpin's sister moved in, Xiao Yunzi became the chief eunuch beside Wanpin... and then there was the matter of Yu's ghost." Jiang Ruyin blinked helplessly, "Xiao Yunzi is Xiao Nuozi's last relative."

The emperor was also impressed when he heard it, "Princess Wan, ah, that's it."

Seeing that the emperor remained silent, Jiang Ruyin did not mention it anymore and said softly, "Sister Wanpin was also frightened and should be comforted."

The emperor agreed and said, "You handle the affairs of the six palaces. It's up to you to decide. With you by my side, I feel much more at ease."

Jiang Ruyin smiled at him, thought carefully, and called Suochun in. "This year's tribute of Hangzhou silk is as colorful as clouds. Although it is not as good as Yunjin and Shujin, it has its own unique features." She glanced at the emperor and said, "I remember that Wanpin and the emperor first met in Yimei Garden after entering the palace. Suochun, you must carefully select a few pieces with plum blossom patterns to make Wanpin happy."

The emperor could not help but think of the saying: "If the north wind understands my feelings, it will not destroy me."

He smiled knowingly, "That's good, Yin'er is thoughtful."

Jiang Ruyin also smiled with her eyes curved.

Suo Chun took the order and left.

Having made up her mind, Jiang Ruyin came to the emperor's side gracefully and said, "Your Majesty, it's past midnight. It's time to rest."

A night of romance without words.

The next day, the emperor went to Chuxiu Palace to visit Lou Yong'er.

The windows of Yilan Pavilion are bright and clean, with sunlight filtering through, creating a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

A woman's voice was soft and soothing, she spoke:

"...Back then, I and Concubine Hua had a sisterly relationship. Concubine Hua was a bit arrogant, but she didn't have bad intentions. It was just that she lost her mind and lost her sense of propriety. Later... that's all. I hope you can understand and not harbor resentment. She did something wrong. Besides, she's received the punishment she deserved."

The old friend was right before his eyes, and the past came to mind. The emperor's heart sank, and his tone was filled with sighs, "You have been ill for a long time, yet you are still so kind."

"Your Majesty..." She was dressed in a royal blue palace gown with a purple-edged garland pattern, and her headdress was adorned with precious stones and silver beads. She exuded a gentle and elegant aura. It was none other than Concubine Duan.

"Your Majesty," Lou Yong'er pretended to salute. The emperor came forward and helped her up, and she sat back on the bed.

"I don't usually see you in the palace. Why are you out today?" The emperor asked casually as he sat on a small carved table.

Concubine Duan smiled weakly. "I love children the most. After hearing about Lou Changzai's situation, I thought of coming to chat with her. I'm bored being alone, and maybe Sister Lou would be willing to listen to my chatter."

Lou Yong'er covered her slightly bulging belly and smiled faintly, "Empress Duan is gentle and kind, and she cares deeply about my child. How could I be unwilling?"

The emperor's eyes were shifting between the two of them.

Concubine Duan lowered her head and smiled, "It's not just me, Concubine Hua, I like children just as much."

The emperor lamented, "It's a pity that she was confused for a moment, otherwise perhaps you two sisters would have had children to accompany you."

The two reminisced about the past in front of Lou Yong'er.

Lou Yong'er lowered her eyes and thought:

She had once visited Concubine Duan at night in the Old Summer Palace, but her attempts to test her had been disappointing. Perhaps it was something Concubine Duan said, but from then on, Zhen Huan grew increasingly wary of her. Lou Yong'er had considered whether Concubine Duan would be a suitable choice if she couldn't raise the child herself. After Concubine Hua's death, Concubine Duan held the title of most senior concubine. She might not have Zhen Huan's ability to advise Wen Yi on whether to stay or leave. But her own child was younger, and Wen Yi could already remember things, so she could use this child to draw Concubine Duan to her side.