Transmigration: Reverse Exploitation, the System Works for Me

Xi Qiao's expression was somewhat distorted as he emerged from Consort Hua's Qingliang Palace.

Before she left, Consort Hua told her some shocking news—Prince Guo had been masturbating with Ah Jin's clothes after nightfall.

Ah this...

She knew the love potion was effective, but she never expected it to be this effective!

Even after the person was gone, he was still clinging to their clothes and doing *that*.

She was a little afraid to think about what kind of gossip would befall Prince Guo if this news got out.

What kind of expression will Prince Guo make after hearing those unpleasant words?

Ah, what's with this feeling of anticipation?

Consort Hua is beautiful, generous, and understanding; she should be able to grant her wish, right?

Upon returning to Anlan Garden, Xi Qiao, still in shock, heard another bombshell: Consort Li had used an aphrodisiac on the Emperor!

The message was delivered personally by Xiao Lezi.

It took Xi Qiao a full three seconds to react.

She sensed a conspiracy in it: "Has anyone in the Empress's palace secretly gone to see Consort Li?"

Her first reaction was that the Empress was up to her old tricks again.

To everyone's surprise, Xiao Lezi shook his head. "Our people have been keeping an eye on Peach Blossom Village. No one from the Empress's palace has gone to see Consort Li. Consort Li has also met with other people."

"but--"

Xiao Lezi changed the subject.

"After having dinner with Consort Zhen tonight, His Majesty went directly to Consort Li's residence. Don't you think it might be Consort Zhen who's behind this?"

This morning, news broke that the Emperor's favorite concubine, Huanbi, was given an aphrodisiac at Xianyue Pavilion. Even if Consort Li is stupid, she wouldn't dare to do something like that.

Unless someone has framed them!

"This possibility cannot be ruled out."

Xi Qiao paused, then suddenly thought of someone: "Did Cui Jinxi come into contact with anyone after she arrived at the Yuanmingyuan?"

Xiao Lezi looked troubled. "Auntie, I was just about to tell you about this. After Cui Jinxi arrived at Yuanzi, she didn't go to Consort Zhen's place until half an hour later. No one knows what she did during that half hour."

Xi Qiao's eyes darkened. "What a fine Cui Jinxi."

It's a pity that she wasn't on the list provided by Prince Guo.

“Let’s withdraw our people. I don’t know how well Cui Jinxi has connections in the Yuanmingyuan. We haven’t been able to find out anything and have even lost people.”

Xiao Lezi hesitated, "But if Consort Zhen dared to make the first move against Consort Li today, she might dare to set her sights on our Empress and the Sixth Prince tomorrow. If we withdraw our forces, won't we lose the initiative?"

Xi Qiao, however, is not afraid.

"Zhen Huan's crisis is not completely over yet. Even if Cui Jinxi has a thousand abilities, she can't use them while trapped in Bi Tong Academy!"

Although Zhen Huan seemingly perfectly shifted the blame for communicating with Prince Guo to Huan Bi, she overlooked a detail.

The ink she used to write that letter was specially prepared, and the words she wrote had a delicate plum blossom fragrance.

There are no plum blossoms at this time of year, and Zhen Huan did not have any plum blossoms stored in her cellar last year, so the source of this plum blossom fragrance must be the Imperial Household Department.

Everything in the Imperial Household Department is documented.

As for whether Zhen Huan discovered this biggest oversight, Xi Qiao believes the answer is: no!

As the saying goes, "If you live in a room full of orchids for a long time, you will not notice their fragrance; if you live in a room full of abalone for a long time, you will not notice its stench."

Zhen Huan has probably long forgotten the special nature of her ink.

The affair was now settled, and the emperor was in high spirits. If, at this moment, he were to discover that he hadn't initially suspected the wrong person, then…

Although it's a pity that the Emperor couldn't completely condemn Zhen Huan this morning, this slow, insidious process is quite good, especially considering the arrangements made with Consort Hua...

Xi Qiao had a hint of anticipation in his eyes.

"By the way, how's Huanbi doing?"

This is a great pawn to use against Zhen Huan.

"Don't worry, Aunt. I've already arranged for someone to take good care of her. I promise she won't die before you ask."

The next morning, Zhen Huan woke up to hear an interesting story: Consort Hua had asked the Nian family to send portraits of her parents, brothers, and sisters-in-law to comfort her longing for her family.

As Cui Jinxi did Zhen Huan's makeup, she said with a smile, "In just a few months, Consort Hua has become so low-key and humble."

In the past, Consort Hua would have directly pleaded with the Emperor to allow the Nian family to enter the palace for an audience. Her current choice of this compromise shows that Consort Hua has fallen out of favor!

Zhen Huan understood the implication in her words and smiled as well, saying, "There can only be one emperor."

Now that the Emperor has given all his love to her, there is naturally no room left for Consort Hua and the others. Without his favor, even someone as proud as Consort Hua has to lower her head.

"Indeed, the young mistress is more fortunate."

Standing behind Zhen Huan, Cui Jinxi looked at her stunning reflection in the mirror and exclaimed, "You now possess both imperial favor and the imperial heir. This is something everyone in the palace longs for but doesn't have."

Zhen Huan lowered her head and touched her lower abdomen. "It's still a little short. If the Zhen family were still doing well, that would be true perfection."

Cui Jinxi gently comforted her, "Please don't be sad, Your Majesty. The Emperor still loves you, otherwise he wouldn't have only stripped Lord Zhen of his official hat. With the Emperor's favor towards you, the Zhen family's restoration is only a matter of time. You just need to wait patiently, and the Emperor will bring you everything you desire."

Zhen Huan loved to hear this, and was overjoyed. A shy expression appeared on her face. "You're just trying to coax me."

"This servant is telling the truth. The Emperor's favor towards Your Highness is evident to everyone in the harem."

Zhen Huan looked at Cui Jinxi in the mirror and was extremely satisfied with her.

She was tactful, had excellent skills, and was good at talking and coaxing people; no one could dislike such a servant.

She looked at herself from left and right, and saw that her hair was exquisitely styled and the jewelry she wore complemented her appearance perfectly. She was even more satisfied with Cui Jinxi, saying, "I didn't expect Jinxi to be so skilled."

"Your Highness is too kind to praise me. I'm glad you like it. Your Highness, just a short while ago, Xiao Yunzi came to report that His Majesty has arrived at our Bitong Academy. Would Your Highness like to wait outside?"

Before the emperor left last night, he promised to come and have breakfast with her this morning.

"nature."

As soon as Zhen Huan and her entourage arrived at the entrance of Bitong Academy, they saw the emperor walking towards her.

After exchanging greetings, the emperor and empress went inside hand in hand to have breakfast.

The Emperor spent some time with Zhen Huan before returning to attend to state affairs. Before leaving, he specifically told Zhen Huan, "I have sent someone to fetch your mother and sister. You haven't seen your family for a long time and must miss them dearly. Spend some time talking with them today. I will come back to have lunch with you and your family at noon."

Zhen Huan was overjoyed and quickly expressed her gratitude, saying, "Your Majesty's kindness has made Wanwan extremely happy."

After the emperor left, everyone at Bitong Academy wore smiles.

Consort Hua longs for her family but can only see their belongings, while their mistress, by the Emperor's grace, is allowed to see her family, and even receives a banquet in return. Such favor is unprecedented!

Not to mention the palace servants who served her, even Zhen Huan herself was very happy.

It's not just about being able to see family, but also about this unique experience.

Others only have the emperor's favor, but she has the emperor's heart.