Having transmigrated into a book, who would still want to be a secondary wife?

Consort Zhong looked at the harmonious relationship between the Empress and Song Ruozhen with a complicated expression, especially seeing the Empress's increasingly good complexion, she couldn't help but feel envious.

She was certain that this matter was definitely related to Song Ruozhen!

Although we don't know exactly what methods were used or what was offered, this was definitely Song Ruozhen's doing. Otherwise, no matter how many methods the Empress has used over the years, she hasn't become this beautiful.

Why did everything start to change after he accepted Song Ruozhen?

Compared to Ling Qian'er, she was more satisfied with Song Ruozhen, not only because she was beautiful, but also because the Song family and the Gu family provided better support than the Ling family.

Unfortunately, Prince Che failed to snatch her away. Now, as long as he marries Ling Qian'er, he can solidify her position in the harem, not to mention that his methods are extraordinary.

However... in this case, it's likely that a battle of wits will be inevitable, and it's hard to say who will prevail.

"Your Majesty, I've noticed your skin has been getting better and better lately. I wonder what magic method you've used? Could you teach the ladies?" Consort Zhong asked with a smile.

The other concubines in the room also showed interest; they wanted to ask too!

Before, it was just Consort Zhong, but now not only Consort Zhong and Consort Duan, but even the Empress is becoming more and more beautiful!

Everyone already knew about Consort Zhong and Consort Duan's condition, but Her Majesty the Empress only said that she had used some prescriptions to treat them. No one dared to ask any further questions, because anyone who had such prescriptions would definitely want to keep them secret and not let others know.

Since Consort Zhong dared to inquire about this matter in front of the Empress Dowager, they naturally wanted to hear it as well.

"Consort Zhong, among all the sisters, you are more beautiful than any flower. Why would you need to ask such questions?"

The Empress remained composed, though a cold glint flashed in her eyes. Her daughter-in-law had specially chosen this remedy for her, and Consort Zhong wanted to leave just because of a few words? It wasn't that simple.

"Why haven't I seen Consort Duan today?" The Empress Dowager's gaze swept over everyone. Recently, Consort Duan and Consort Zhong had become so beautiful that they could be seen almost every day.

It's surprising that he didn't come today, even though he knew the King of Chu would be bringing his new queen to the palace.

"I heard that Consort Duan was not feeling well today, so I did not come," Consort Qi said.

The Empress's face darkened slightly. Today was supposed to be a joyous occasion for her son and daughter-in-law, but Consort Duan was unwell today, which was truly bad luck!

"Consort Duan has been quite overworked lately, and she definitely needs to rest properly if she is not feeling well."

However, just as they were talking, a palace maid rushed in to report.

"Something terrible has happened! Consort Duan has been in trouble! This servant begs to see the Empress Dowager and the Empress!"

After hearing the whole story, the old nanny from Kunning Palace realized that something was wrong and came in to report the matter.

"Your Majesty, just now a maid from Consort Duan's palace came to report that Consort Duan suddenly had a splitting headache and her skin on her face was ulcerated, as if someone had poisoned her. Right now she seems to have gone mad."

"Poisoned?"

The Empress Dowager frowned slightly and coldly swept her gaze over everyone.

In that instant, everyone felt an intense sense of oppression. The Empress Dowager's gaze was sharp and wise, as if no one could hide their thoughts from her.

Consort Zhong's heart skipped a beat, but she quickly regained her composure.

This has nothing to do with her; she knows nothing about it!

Chu Junting and Song Ruozhen exchanged a knowing glance, both having guessed the outcome, though it had happened sooner than they had anticipated.

The Empress was even more surprised. Song Ruozhen had told her about the matter before. If she felt it was strange at the time, since metaphysics is mysterious in many ways, her feelings towards Song Ruozhen became much more complicated after hearing that something had really happened.

She suddenly understood why Minhui had changed her opinion and started to highly praise Song Ruozhen after being guided to get pregnant.

That's absolutely amazing!

If Song Ruozhen hadn't reminded her beforehand, and if she had been persuaded by Consort Zhong, then she would be the one in trouble now!

"Your Majesty, this matter is suspicious. Consort Duan has been favored by the Emperor recently. If someone really poisoned her, it must be out of jealousy. Why don't we go and take a look together?" the Empress suggested.

Since this was a plot by Consort Zhong to harm her, she had no intention of letting the matter pass easily!

Since you harbored thoughts of harming her, you should pay the price!

The Empress Dowager glanced at Song Ruozhen and the other person, and felt that it was really not good that such an unpleasant thing had happened on such a fine day.

"King of Chu, why don't you all go and take a look together!"

"Yes, Grandmother."

……

Inside Consort Duan's palace.

"My face hurts so much! My face!"

"Imperial Physician, what's wrong with my face? It feels like countless insects are crawling on it, it hurts and itches so much, I can't stand it anymore!"

Consort Duan looked anxiously at the imperial physician. She had felt unwell since she woke up this morning, feeling weak all over, and most importantly, her face was becoming increasingly uncomfortable.

At first, she only felt a little itchy, but gradually the itching became more and more severe, and now it even caused pain. This itching spread from inside her skin, and no matter how she scratched, she couldn't scratch the right spot. She almost wanted to scratch her face to pieces.

"Your Highness, it seems like you've been poisoned, but the situation is so strange that I can't figure out the cause for the time being."

The imperial physician looked grim. Poisoning was not uncommon in the palace, but it usually resulted in death. Now, however, the poison was intended to ruin Consort Duan's appearance!

I'm afraid Consort Duan has been too conspicuous in the palace lately. As the saying goes, "The tallest tree in the forest catches the most wind," and she's been targeted!

"What should we do? Please think of something to help me relieve this pain, I really can't take it anymore!"

Consort Duan's face flushed red; she felt like she was going crazy!

"Your Majesty, I suggest you invite the other physicians from the Imperial Medical Academy to take a look. My medical skills are not good enough, and I cannot make a decision on my own."

The imperial physician's expression was grave. He had never encountered such a strange situation before. If he prescribed medicine haphazardly and it affected the patient's condition, he simply could not afford to do so!

"What a useless piece of trash! Get up and go!"

When the Empress Dowager and her entourage arrived, they heard Consort Duan's painful cries, and almost all the imperial physicians on duty came.

"Greetings, Empress Dowager and Empress."

The imperial physician immediately knelt down to pay his respects.

"How is Consort Duan?" the Empress Dowager asked.

"Your Majesty, Consort Duan has been poisoned by some kind of poison and her condition is not good. None of us have ever seen her before."

The three imperial physicians looked ashamed. They were confident in their medical skills, but unfortunately, they couldn't think of a cure at the moment.

Suddenly, a scream came from inside.

"what--"

Consort Duan suddenly screamed, and the sound of teacups shattering came from inside the room.

Upon hearing this, everyone sensed something was wrong and rushed inside.

However, when everyone saw the situation inside the room, their eyes were filled with deep horror.