Transmigration: Reverse Exploitation, the System Works for Me

The fact that the emperor acquired such a beauty as Consort Zhao and was so eager to elevate her to the rank of consort shows just how much he likes her and that he will definitely be unable to let go of Consort Zhao in the short term.

An Lingrong's heart tightened. She was only thinking about the favor shown to the mother and daughter, and had forgotten about the Fourth Prince!

But Zhen Huan is truly despicable; her words and actions are actually enticing her to compete with Consort Zhuang!

Consort Zhuang was indeed foolish, but her sister was extremely difficult to deal with.

Everyone thought that without Yu Jia's protection, Consort Zhuang was like a tiger with its teeth pulled out, but based on her understanding of Yu Jia, Yu Jia must have a backup plan that would protect Consort Zhuang and her son well.

An Lingrong could understand this principle, and Zhen Huan, who failed in her scheme against Zhongcui Palace, couldn't possibly be unaware of it.

Zhen Huan is using her as a stepping stone, making An Lingrong investigate the true situation of Zhongcui Palace for her!

“Sister is right. Consort Zhuang is always kind. I will go to see her shortly.”

An Lingrong appeared obedient and compliant, but inwardly she sneered, thinking that she would tell Consort Zhuang everything Zhen Huan had said!

No matter what kind of person Consort Zhuang was, she had no ill intentions towards her.

Seeing this, Zhen Huan patted the back of her hand with satisfaction, and glanced at Ju Qing beside her, also very satisfied with this palace maid.

An Lingrong noticed her gaze and suddenly smiled and said, "When I entered the palace that day, my sister saw that I was short of servants, so she specially sent Juqing to my side."

"I have a deep appreciation for Juqing's competence. If it weren't for her and the few palace maids she personally trained, I don't know how chaotic things would be around me."

“I heard that Xiao Yunzi didn’t make it through, and you haven’t added any new helpers, so now you only have Pei’er as a useful person by your side.”

“It was fine before, but now that you are a concubine, you have to take charge of the affairs of Chengqian Palace. You absolutely cannot be without a trusted confidant by your side. If you don’t mind, please keep Juqing.”

Since Zhen Huan can't grant her wish, then she shouldn't be blamed!

You two, master and servant, might as well die together!

Zhen Huan's eyes lit up, and she readily accepted An Lingrong's suggestion.

"Then I won't stand on ceremony with my sister. I really do need a lot of people around me."

An Lingrong replied with a smile, "It's good that I can help you, sister. Sister, I'd like to take my leave now to visit Sister Yun."

Zhen Huan's smile faded slightly, but she didn't say anything in the end: "Go, sister."

Juqing accompanied An Lingrong out of the main hall. As they stepped out, she tried to follow, but An Lingrong stopped her, saying, "Go and serve Consort Wan. Take good care of her for me."

Make the most of your final days.

A faint, indescribable sorrow filled Juqing's heart. She knelt down before An Lingrong and kowtowed: "Yes, this servant bids farewell to Your Highness. May Your Highness have a bright future."

Although An Lingrong wasn't a particularly good master, she wasn't the type to mistreat those around her either, and Juqing harbored feelings for her.

An Lingrong turned and left, glancing at the Fourth Prince, who was pale and trembling in the corridor, before heading straight to the East Side Hall.

Before she could knock, Yun's head maid, Jin'er, opened the door and welcomed her inside.

"Please forgive me, my mistress. She fell ill and was bedridden after returning home. The Imperial Hospital refused to send anyone to take her pulse, and only gave her some pills to take."

An Lingrong was surprised for a moment, not only because of Yun Xinluo's illness, but also because of the implication in Jin'er's words: Yun Xinluo and Zhen Huan had actually broken up!

As she stepped into the bedchamber, she saw Yun Xinluo on the bed, her face as pale as the bandage wrapped around her forehead.

"Sister Yun~"

An Lingrong sat down by the bed and looked at her face, which had suddenly aged considerably and the few strands of silver hair that had appeared at her temples. For some reason, she suddenly thought of her birth mother, Madam Lin.

This further strengthened my determination to climb higher.

The higher she climbs, the better her mother's life will be.

"Lingrong~"

Yun Xinluo's illness is not serious; it's just that she was overly worried and caught a cold.

She looked at An Lingrong, then turned to look out the window: "I heard that the Fourth Prince was punished by kneeling under the eaves. Did you see him when you came here, Lingrong?"

An Lingrong was surprised that her first question was about this: "I saw it. Sister, the Fourth Prince has harmed you so much, so please stop thinking about him."

Yun Xinlu shook her head. She didn't hate the Fourth Prince, but it was a pity that he hadn't been ruthless enough.

Now that Zhen Huan can no longer serve the emperor or conceive, in order to maintain her position and seek revenge, she will definitely be even more eager to drag Yu Rao into the quagmire of the palace.

"Thank you for coming to see me, sister."

Yun Xinluo did not mention the Fourth Prince again, but sincerely thanked An Lingrong.

"Sister, don't overthink things. The Emperor is actually aware that what happened today was not your fault."

She looked at Yun Xinluo and whispered seductively, "They say that meeting someone makes you feel warmer, but since you can't leave now, why don't you send someone to the Hall of Mental Cultivation to send something? If it can remind the Emperor of your kindness, he will surely calm down soon."

At this time, it is easiest to discern the reason for Yun Xinluo's favor.

Upon hearing this, Yun Xinluo's mind stirred. "Thank you for reminding me, sister."

Instead of immediately having things prepared, she asked Da Feng about it.

An Lingrong didn't hide anything from her and told her the truth.

Upon hearing that Consort Zhao had been promoted to the rank of Consort, while Consort Fucha had only received a title, Yun Xinluo's expression changed, and she immediately abandoned her idea of ​​sending something to the Emperor.

It's a good thing that the emperor is indulging in Consort Zhao's gentle embrace!

"Thank you for letting me know, sister."

An Lingrong couldn't quite understand the reason for her sudden change in expression: "I noticed that your expression changed just now, sister. Is something wrong?"

Yun Xinluo smiled and said, "How could His Majesty's decree be inappropriate? I'm just lamenting Consort Zhao's favor with the emperor."

"She was initially granted the title of Noble Lady, and a month later she was promoted to Consort. Such favor is probably unmatched even by the former Imperial Concubine."

An Lingrong was also envious, but she made a special trip not to lament to Yun Xinluo about Consort Zhao's favor with the emperor.

“Yes. However, you have also received a lot of favor from the Emperor. If I can appease him, although it is impossible for me to be promoted to the rank of Consort, it is not difficult for me to be reinstated as a Noble Lady. If you trust me, I am willing to go to the Hall of Mental Cultivation in your stead.”

Yun Xinlu shook her head: "Thank you for your kindness, sister, but there's no need. Right now, I just want to recover from my illness as soon as possible. As for rank and favor, I'll leave it to fate."

An Lingrong was anxious and wanted to persuade her again, but Yun Xinluo spoke up to urge her to leave: "Thank you for coming to see me, sister, but I am really not feeling well today, so I won't keep you any longer."

Having no other choice, An Lingrong stood up and took her leave.

After leaving Chengqian Palace, she went straight to Zhongcui Palace.

When Yu Ying'er heard the palace servant report that Consort Qian was requesting an audience, she was somewhat puzzled: "Didn't she send a congratulatory gift? Why is she here at this time again?"

Little Lianzi doesn't know either!