Quick Transmigration: The Charming Beauty Who Was Short-Lived and Alluring

Consort Shu's actions were certainly undignified, but ultimately she was simply trying to save face.

Qi Jingheng was with her this morning, and then he chose a new concubine tonight. How could outsiders believe that she was truly favored? In addition, the Sun family has always been at odds with her maternal family, so she couldn't just stand by and watch Consort Ya be favored.

Consort Shu was naturally impatient, and she couldn't sit still any longer, thus handing over such a handle to Consort Xian.

Chu Yun believed that if the events that happened in the Flying Flower Palace hadn't been spread by someone with ulterior motives, it would have been impossible for the news to have spread so quickly and in such detail.

However, the real driving force behind this matter was Qi Jingheng. After all, he had indulged Consort Shu's temper this morning and had taken the initiative to choose Consort Ya tonight. With his deep mind, he could not have failed to guess that Consort Shu would definitely lose her temper. What's even more ingenious is that he really left without a word, causing Consort Shu and Consort Ya to become enemies for good.

As for Consort Xian spreading rumors unfavorable to Consort Shu in secret, Qi Jingheng should have been able to guess. With just one incident, he dragged three concubines from powerful maternal families into the mess. It seems he was determined to give Consort Shu and Consort Xian something to do.

Then there's Consort Ya. Her maternal family has lived in Qi Qingjia's fiefdom for generations. They are arguably the family with the closest relationship to Qi Qingjia and the family he trusts the most. This time, the Sun family sent their daughter to the palace, presumably on Qi Qingjia's instructions. However, it is unknown what his purpose is. This is probably the fundamental reason why Qi Jingheng favored Consort Ya first.

Having discerned Qi Jingheng's intentions, Chu Yun calmly said, "Alright, I don't want to hear anything more from you about Feihua Palace and Consort Shu tonight. Go and tell the others that they must not discuss this matter in private, or they will be severely punished."

"Yes." The three maids responded in unison, and then helped Chu Yun remove her hairpins and rings and go to bed to rest.

The Great Qi harem had no empress, only an empress dowager.

This empress dowager was not Qi Jingheng's biological mother, but rather the late emperor's first wife and the biological mother of the former crown prince.

Back then, Qi Qingjia killed the former crown prince in order to install Qi Jingheng, a puppet, as the emperor. As a result, the Empress Dowager deeply hated Qi Qingjia and Qi Jingheng, and also disliked Qi Jingheng's concubines. She liked to set rules for these concubines on a daily basis.

A year ago, Consort Shu was late in paying her respects and was punished by the Empress Dowager by being forced to kneel outside for half an hour. She then started bleeding, and people realized that Consort Shu was pregnant. Although the Imperial Hospital treated her and saved the baby, the child died in the womb at five months.

From then on, the concubines became even more apprehensive when they saw the Empress Dowager. Even the bold Consort Shu dared not be presumptuous in front of the Empress Dowager.

The Empress Dowager was Qi Jingheng's legal mother and Qi Qingjia's elder sister-in-law. She also had the support of her maternal clan, the Liang family of Huaiyin. Whether for public opinion or political considerations, Qi Jingheng and Qi Qingjia could not touch her.

Fortunately, Chu Yun's rank was low and she was not yet qualified to pay her respects to the Empress Dowager, so she did not have to suffer for the time being. After having breakfast and reading for a while, she went to do embroidery.

Qi Jingheng had been accustomed to deceit and intrigue since childhood and had been disguising himself for many years. Such a person would definitely not like people with deep thoughts. In addition, her current identity is that of a sickly young lady who has lived in a nunnery for many years and is detached from worldly affairs. Chu Yun decided to adopt a gentle and quiet persona and be a confidante to Qi Jingheng.

Within the Cherry Blossom Palace, there was Qi Jingheng's informant—Zi Luo. She was one of the second-class palace maids, and although she appeared dull and foolish, it was actually to conceal her true nature.

Since Qi Jingheng had already sent the person right under her nose, Chu Yun naturally couldn't let him down. He wanted to understand the temperament and methods of the concubines in the palace, so Chu Yun would show him.

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I get up at dawn and tend to the flowers and plants.

Meals are eaten at Chen Shi (7-9 AM).

I read from 7:45 AM to 9:00 AM.

Embroidering flowers from 9 am to 11 am.

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Seeing Chu Yun's completely different daily routine from the other concubines, Qi Jingheng couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.

This Consort Qin lived like an old scholar, showing no sign of the vitality a woman of her age should have.

Apart from her, the other twelve newly arrived concubines all brought gifts to pay their respects to either Consort Shu or Consort Xian. This was the first time the newcomers had chosen sides, yet she remained unmoved. It was unclear whether she was genuinely naive or acting intentionally.

Just thinking about how many troubles would arise if these people got together made Qi Jingheng's head ache. He felt that they would be better off like this Consort Qin.

Therefore, when Qi Jingheng was choosing a concubine tonight, he inexplicably chose Chu Yun.

When Eunuch Gao, Qi Jingheng's personal eunuch, came to report, the entire Luoying Palace was in an uproar. Shuangxue and Qiuyue were busy matching jewelry and clothes for Chuyun, while the others were also doing their own jobs, some preparing snacks, some making tea... Everyone was doing different things, but the only thing they had in common was that they all had obvious smiles on their faces.

Indeed, who could have imagined that Chu Yun would become Qi Jingheng's second favorite newcomer? In addition, Consort Ya has not been truly favored, so Chu Yun might be the first to stand out. How could the people of Luoying Palace not be excited and happy?

After Chu Yun finished getting ready, she waited for Qi Jingheng outside the palace gate.

When Qi Jingheng arrived, he immediately saw Chu Yun standing under the lights, looking beautiful and elegant.

He had heard from his spies that this Consort Qin was the most beautiful among the newcomers. Before seeing her, Qi Jingheng didn't think much of her, but now that he had met her, he couldn't help but be amazed.

Needless to say, her features were exquisite. Her originally delicate appearance was enhanced by a bright red beauty mark at the corner of her eye, which added a touch of charm. Under the dim light, Qin Changzai's skin was as smooth and lustrous as jade, making her unforgettable.

Seeing such a beautiful woman, Qi Jingheng's annoyance caused by the stubborn old men in the court lessened considerably.

"Your Majesty, I respectfully wish you good health." Chu Yun bowed in greeting.

Qi Jingheng stepped forward and helped her up, saying, "My dear consort, there's no need for such formalities."

Chu Yun rose to her feet, saying, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Qi Jingheng's smile deepened, and his hand, which had been supporting Chu Yun, naturally moved to Chu Yun's waist, and he pulled her into the palace, seemingly in a great hurry.

Chu Yun pursed her lips, walked forward stiffly, and seemed quite at a loss.

Catching a glimpse of Chu Yun's nervous and flustered expression out of the corner of his eye, Qi Jingheng's eyes flashed with a dark light. He smiled and hugged Chu Yun even tighter. The moment he stepped into the inner hall, he picked Chu Yun up and shouted, "No one is allowed to come in."

Grandpa Gao quickly closed the door.

Chu Yun was startled when Qi Jingheng suddenly picked her up. Her body stiffened even more than before, and she gripped Qi Jingheng's sleeves with both hands. Her face turned completely red, and she couldn't help but secretly look up.

She hadn't dared to look at Qi Jingheng's face before, but now she could see it clearly. He was extremely handsome, and he even had a smile on his face. Looking at him like this, Chu Yun's ears also turned red.