The concubine is a man, and the illegitimate son of a divine physician has a spatial ability.

After saying that, the old woman turned and walked into the Yimei Courtyard. Outside, it was freezing cold, and heavy snow was falling, as if the earth was covered with a silver coat.

The snow on the ground hadn't melted yet, making a "crunch, crunch" sound underfoot. Aunt Feng stamped her tiny, icy feet, hugging the thick pink handkerchief in her arms tightly, trying to warm herself up. She wore an exquisite mink rabbit headband; its fluffy texture felt warm and comfortable, but it didn't completely dispel the winter chill.

Despite this, Aunt Feng still felt a biting chill, even her breath carried a hint of cold. She couldn't help but glance towards the Yimei Courtyard, her eyes revealing a hint of anticipation and longing. She hoped to get inside soon and escape the cold weather. However, she could only stand there quietly, silently praying that time would pass quickly.

Before long, the old nanny came over and invited Aunt Feng in. Only the servants were busy in Yimei Courtyard, providing some hard work for the lazy winter.

Upon seeing Aunt Feng approaching, the servants all put down their work and quickly bowed. Aunt Feng nodded slightly, signaling them to rise.

Aunt Feng stepped into the room, where the underfloor heating was blazing hot, instantly making her feel warm, as if she had finally returned to the human world from the freezing cold, and only then did she feel alive again.

Granny Liu hurried over with a polite smile on her face, bowed to Aunt Feng and said, "Aunt Feng, please rest in the outer room for a while. We will welcome you into the inner room after Madam has finished getting ready."

Aunt Feng dared not be negligent in the slightest and quickly said politely, "Granny Liu, there's no need for such formality. I will wait here."

Granny Liu nodded, smiled, and turned to return to the inner room. Aunt Feng sat in the outer room, her heart burning with anxiety, but she could only wait patiently. After an unknown amount of time, Granny Liu finally emerged from the inner room again, politely greeting her, "Aunt Feng, Madam has finished preparing; you may come in now."

Aunt Feng had been waiting anxiously for a long time. Upon hearing this, she immediately stood up and followed Granny Liu into the inner room.

As soon as Aunt Feng entered the door, she immediately performed a deep bow and respectfully said, "Greetings to Madam."

Zhang leaned back on the low couch, wearing a fine white fox fur headband and holding a Buddhist scripture in her hand. She watched as Aunt Feng bowed before slowly saying, "Aunt Feng, what brings you to my Yimei Courtyard? Please, Aunt Feng, have a seat!"

The servants quickly brought over a low stool and placed it under the low couch. Knowing that her status was too low to sit on equal footing with the madam, Aunt Feng quickly sat down when she saw the servants bring over the stool.

Aunt Feng smiled and said, "Of course I have something to discuss with you, Madam. This matter concerns the Sixth Miss, so please dismiss everyone else so we can discuss it further."

Upon hearing the words "Sixth Miss," Zhang's eyes lit up instantly, and her previously languid body tensed up almost imperceptibly. Zhang quickly said, "Oh? It concerns the Sixth Miss. What could possibly be wrong with him?"

Madam Zhang sat up, waved her hand, and said, "Granny Liu, you may take the servants and leave!"

Granny Liu quickly led all the servants in the room to bow and leave. A moment later, the room was silent except for the crackling sound of burning fine charcoal. Zhang broke the silence, saying, "Speak! What is it?"

Aunt Feng smiled slightly and said softly, "Let's put aside the matter of the Sixth Miss for now. The real reason I've come here is to discuss the marriages of my two daughters. Next year is the year of the imperial selection, and I hope that my good-for-nothing daughter can participate in the selection." Her tone revealed a hint of anticipation and nervousness.

Then, Consort Feng continued, "I am well aware of my lowly status, but my two daughters are both well-behaved and sensible. If they are fortunate enough to be selected for the palace, it would be a blessing for them. I understand that this will require some effort, but I still hope to receive your support and help, Madam." As she spoke, she carefully observed the First Madam's expression.

However, Madam Zhang remained expressionless, simply watching Aunt Feng without making a comment. After Aunt Feng finished speaking, Madam Zhang gave a mocking smile and said indifferently, "Your two daughters are already past the age to participate in the selection. Besides, I have already chosen good families for Sister Feng and Sister Yao, so you don't need to worry about it."

Aunt Feng's expression changed, and she quickly knelt down and said, "Madam, if Sister Feng and Sister Yao can participate in the selection and marry into a good family, I will follow your lead and obey your orders."

Zhang raised an eyebrow, picked up her hot tea, and took a small sip: "Oh? Everything is at my command?"

Aunt Feng nodded quickly, and seeing Aunt Feng's serious expression, Madam Zhang smiled.

Zhang lowered her voice and said calmly, "Do you see Concubine Xie and Concubine Guan in the manor? They are both concubines. I hope you will use whatever means necessary to make these two disappear. But you cannot involve me. Can you do that?"

Upon hearing these words, Aunt Feng's heart tightened as if struck by a heavy hammer. Although the words were spoken softly, they weighed on her heart like a mountain, making it hard to breathe. She knew that she was nothing more than a pawn in Zhang's hands, a tool that could be discarded at any time.

So, Aunt Feng hesitated for a moment before speaking, "Madam, those two concubines are both noble concubines. If we really have to take action, I'm afraid I won't survive either of them."

Upon hearing this, Zhang's expression changed slightly. She gripped the handkerchief in her hand tightly, her tone becoming cold and resolute: "Oh? Aunt Feng is unwilling? Then you can go back! The marriage of our children is originally decided by me, their legal mother."

My second brother's legitimate son is still lacking a concubine, so why don't we let Sister Feng marry into that family? As one of the four great families of Luoyang, the Zhang family should not disgrace Sister Feng.

Oh! Right. There's one more thing I forgot to tell you. Yin Gui's wife, Liu, came to see me a couple of days ago. She said her brother wanted to take a concubine, so I'm planning to marry Yao to them as a concubine.

The Liu family of Hedong is also one of the four great families, and they certainly won't mistreat our Yao'er. These two excellent marriages! I've already thought them through and was just waiting to tell you! It's perfect timing that you're here now, isn't it? I don't even need to go through the trouble of looking for you..."