Transmigration: Reverse Exploitation, the System Works for Me

Xi Qiao picked up the teacup and took a sip.

“That’s Linggu, my other head palace maid. She comes from the Juechan clan and was originally a beauty that the Juechan clan was preparing to send into the harem, but she herself was unwilling, so she managed to come here to me.”

Xi Qiao put down his teacup, turned to look at him and smiled: "When I first met Ling Gu, besides being amazed by her beauty, I also felt a sense of familiarity. After thinking about it carefully, I realized that her temperament was quite similar to that of Consort Zhen when she first entered the palace, only Ling Gu's temperament was more lively."

As is widely known, Zhen Huan resembles Empress Chun Yuan in both appearance and temperament.

Therefore, Linggu and Empress Chun Yuan also have similarities, except that they are not similar in appearance, but in temperament.

In other words, Linggu and Empress Chun Yuan are from the same lineage.

They share the same stunning beauty, the same pure and ethereal charm, and the same remarkable literary talent.

Given that Ling Gu had no intention of entering the palace, if she were forced by her family to be taken into the harem by the fat orange, she would probably have an additional layer of "melancholy and sorrow".

Men all have a desire to conquer and protect. Even if it's just because of her face, she will surely be favored for a long time. With favor, there is a possibility that she will give birth to a prince.

Xiao Lezi's pupils dilated in shock. Jue Chan Shi?

"Princess, this servant recalls that the Juechan clan seems to have a close relationship with Prince Lian?"

Is this person perhaps a pawn of Prince Lian?

"I understand what you mean. Although it hasn't been verified yet, I'm pretty sure it's true."

Empress Chun Yuan, everyone knows that was a shortcut.

Before she realized that Ling Gu and Empress Chun Yuan were top beauties of the same type, she already had some doubts. After finding out, she didn't even need to verify it.

It must be said that Prince Lian and Lady Juechan's move was quite clever. Linggu's appearance and hobbies had nothing in common with Empress Chun Yuan, yet one could see Empress Chun Yuan's shadow in every aspect of her:

One is skilled in dancing, the other in painting.

One is skilled at playing the pipa, and the other at playing the guqin.

One admires the noble purity of plum blossoms, the other admires the pristine beauty of frost and snow.

In terms of appearance, the two are completely unrelated, but if one had to choose a winner, using Zhen Huan's face as the standard, Ling Gu's appearance would be two levels better, because one level is not enough to describe it.

"So, what are your plans for dealing with this palace maid?"

Xiao Lezi was a little worried; this was a hot potato!

Xi Qiao then looked at Ling Gu and saw her walking towards the main room with a face full of resentment and indignation. Xi Qiao suddenly smiled and raised his eyebrows.

He replied irrelevantly, "There's a girl named Lulu in the cat and dog room. She's also from the Juechan clan. When you return to the palace, take good care of her and get to know her well. Don't be too secretive. If Lulu asks, just say you were asked by Linggu."

"Go back and tell the Empress that I will go to the palace to see her and Xiao Liu after the wedding at the end of the month."

She and Yu Ying'er had no power or influence behind them, and they had such a fragile little boy, the Sixth Prince, to take good care of. How could they possibly concern themselves with other people's affairs? Ling Gu would surely understand her.

Little Lezi was unaware of his princess's schemes, but that didn't stop him from obeying.

"Yes, I obey."

Just as Xiao Lezi was about to leave, Xi Qiao suddenly called him back: "Wait, there may be some troubles during this period. You must be careful when serving, and carefully check everything that goes into the mouth or comes into contact with the objects."

"Be extra careful with Xiao Liu, and even more so with those four wet nurses. It would be best to secretly send a few trustworthy people to keep a close eye on Xiao Liu and the Empress's room, and make sure the doors and windows are not open when they shouldn't be."

"If anything unusual happens, arrest the person and immediately send them to the Imperial Guard. Under no circumstances should anyone from the Emperor's court interfere. Then, inform the Empress and Xiao Liu that they are ill and need to stay in their palaces to recuperate. Finally, have someone notify me. This order must not be reversed."

After saying that, she added, "If Your Highness and Xiao Liu are truly ill, whether you send someone out of the palace or send a message, you must address me as Aunt. Do you understand?"

Xiao Lezi's heart tightened, and his expression changed. "Don't worry, Aunt, this servant will protect Your Highness and the Sixth Prince with my life."

He instinctively called out "Auntie," which showed how nervous he was.

"Go ahead, Xiao Linzi, go and see Xiao Lezi off."

The two men who were leaving came face to face with Ling Gu. Ling Gu knew that Xiao Lezi was from the palace, and seeing Xiao Linzi by his side, he quickly greeted him: "Greetings, Eunuch."

Xiao Lezi paused, the slightly strange words her princess had just said resurfacing in her mind, and her expression changed instantly, revealing obvious shock.

"Oh, this... this can't be the Linggu girl that Princess mentioned?"

Xiao Linzi was quick-witted and knew Xiao Lezi well, so he could easily tell that Xiao Lezi's surprise was just an act.

He shoved Xiao Lezi and said with a laugh, "Stop using those moves, you're scaring Miss Linggu."

He then turned to Linggu and apologized gently, "Please don't be offended, Miss. He meant no harm. This is Eunuch Le, the head eunuch of the Empress's household, who came to deliver a congratulatory gift to our princess on behalf of the Empress."

Ling Gu smiled and said, "Thank you, Eunuch Lin. Hello, Eunuch Le. This servant is indeed Ling Gu."

The surprise on Xiao Lezi's face faded, leaving only a dazed look: "Miss, please don't be so polite. With your looks and character, no wonder..."

He quickly shut up and changed the subject: "Look at me, I've kept you waiting, miss. You should go on with your business."

No wonder what?

Ling Gu looked up at him with some surprise, replied "Yes," and headed towards the main house.

Xiao Linzi's eyes flashed, and he put one hand on Xiao Lezi's shoulder, asking him in a voice that was inaudible to others, "What's going on with you? I don't understand, tell me quickly."

Xiao Lezi glanced around and said, "I came by carriage. Let's find a quiet place to talk."

The two left the mansion and boarded a carriage. After dismissing the driver in a deserted place, Xiao Lezi slowly said, "You heard it too. The princess asked me to take care of a palace maid named Lulu from the Juechan clan."

"Since the Juechan clan has gone to great lengths to cultivate a beauty like Linggu, they must have intended to send the clan's girls to the palace to gain wealth and status."

“But now that Linggu is by Gege’s side, if Gege is willing to protect her and ensure her a peaceful and worry-free life for the rest of her life, then the Juechan clan will definitely have to send out another girl from the clan.”

Xiao Linzi suddenly realized, "So, Lulu is the backup candidate! And if Ling Gu returns to the palace, Lulu might go and serve her."

But this raises another question: "Is our princess trying to find a helper for the Empress? But didn't the princess say that she would find a way to let the Empress and the prince stay at the Yuanmingyuan next year when they go to the summer palace?"

Xiao Lezi shook her head, "I don't know about that. Princess's vision has always been far-sighted, beyond our reach. It's not important that we don't understand or see through it; we just need to do our best to complete the tasks assigned by Princess."

In the end, Xiao Lezi couldn't help but give his best friend a piece of advice.

Xiao Linzi nodded vigorously: "Thank you for your reminder, I've got it."

Xiao Lezi patted him on the shoulder: "We're like family, no need for thanks."

"Back then, we fled together and were castrated together to enter the palace. Now we are able to serve the princess and the empress respectively. This is all fate. We should both cherish it."

Fearing that his good brother might not have a good ending, Xiao Lezi gave him another piece of advice.

"Of course. Princess and Empress are like our living parents. For Princess and Empress, I would dare to brave mountains of knives and seas of fire."

Xiao Linzi's resolute expression made Xiao Lezi, who was standing to the side, laugh.

Well, consider his comment unnecessary.