The Reborn Princess Has Turned Evil

"It's getting late, so I'll head back now," Jing Anle said with a smile, looking at Jing Rou and Kou Shuran.

"Princess, take care."

So only the two of them remained in Zhuxin Pavilion. Jing Anle knew that once she left, Jing Rou would definitely stir up trouble.

"Sister Shuran..." Jing Rou started to say, but then stopped herself.

Seeing her like this, Kou Shuran asked, "Sister Rou, is there something you want to tell me?"

"I won't hide it from you, sister. Your mother and my father are cousins, so I'll be frank with some things." Jing Rou glanced at Kou Shuran.

"As your older sister, I know what you're thinking, but... but I don't want you to give your heart to the wrong person."

"Sister Rou, what does this mean?"

In fact, Jing Rou didn't discover anything between Xiao Heng and Jing Anle, but it was still great to make things difficult for Jing Anle.

“When Crown Prince Yelü made things difficult for Princess Anle in class, it was… it was Crown Prince Xiao who came to her rescue.” Jing Rou had been observing Kou Shuran’s expression.

Sure enough, Kou Shuran's expression changed immediately. "Sister, you mean that Crown Prince Xiao likes Princess Anle!"

"Sister Shuran, please be careful with your words. I'm just giving you some pointers. There are some things I can't say too clearly," Jing Rou said, looking troubled.

"Although the princess is of noble status, she has no interest in Crown Prince Xiao! My sister still has a chance."

She meant that Jing Anle was arrogant and didn't like Xiao Heng, but her words made Kou Shuran a little wary of Jing Anle.

Sure enough, Kou Shuran lowered her head in disappointment. The thought that Xiao Heng had someone else in his heart made her feel indescribably lost.

Looking at her, Jing Rou sneered inwardly. This Kou Shuran was really easy to manipulate; she believed him after just a few words. It seemed that using her to deal with Jing Anle was a good idea.

……

Jing Anle originally intended to return directly to the palace, but halfway there she heard Afang whisper, "Princess, look!"

Through the bushes, Jing Anle could see Consort Rong and Consort Chen sitting on chairs by the lake with their backs to Jing Anle. The two were feeding the fish and chatting. Jing Anle didn't want to interfere and was about to leave when she heard Consort Rong's voice, "We're not as lucky as her. She gets all the good things."

"Sister, please stop talking. Who can blame us for having such a capable family to rely on?" Chen Fei said as she fed the fish, the bait falling into the water and creating a shallow ripple.

“I wasn’t wrong. Her father is the Left Censor-in-Chief of the Censorate, and her brother is the Commander of the Imperial Guard. Oh well, it’s just that we are of humble origin.” Consort Rong said, pouring the bait in her hand directly into the water, letting the fish scramble for it.

It turns out that Consort Li has recently gained Emperor Jing's favor and the power to manage the harem, which naturally makes them jealous.

Jing Anle stood there listening for a while, silently reciting, "Left Censor-in-Chief of the Censorate."

Inside Yongfu Palace.

Jing Anle had been thinking about this matter when she returned. The person that Consort Rong and Consort Chen had just been talking about must be Consort Li. She had helped Consort Li before because she wanted her to disgust Consort Yu. She almost forgot that Consort Li's father was the Left Censor-in-Chief of the Censorate. Although he was an official who spoke out against injustices, his position was very important. If Consort Li wanted to get his help, she would have to win him over.

"Princess, what are you thinking about?" Afang couldn't help but ask when she saw Jing Anle lost in thought.

Afang was always paying attention to her, and Jing Anle felt a surge of emotion. "I was wondering if anyone from Yongfu Palace would come later."

"Someone come here?" Afang thought that Jing Anle had been acting strangely sometimes since she fell into the lotus pond last time, and replied, "I don't believe it!"

Jing Anle glanced at Afang, smiled and shook his head without saying anything. Afang then said, "I'd better go check if the ginseng soup for the princess is ready in the kitchen." After saying that, she went out.

Jing Anle was about to grab a book when Afang rushed in in a panic. "Afang, why are you running?" When will this Afang ever calm down?

"Princess, it's Consort Li who's here," Afang replied breathlessly. She suddenly felt that her princess was incredibly resourceful.

"Then please come in quickly," Jing Anle said calmly.

As expected, when she asked about the price of Qingyu bird's nest this morning, Jing Anle was certain that Consort Li would contact her, but she didn't expect it to happen so soon.

Consort Li wore a light purple long dress with a peacock pattern, embroidered with elaborate gold, and a complete set of ruby ​​necklaces on her head, looking extremely noble and elegant. Today, she ordered Qingyu to deliver bird's nest to Jing Anle as a way of thanking him, but when Qingyu returned, she said that Jing Anle had asked about the price of bird's nest, and she didn't understand, so she came specifically to inquire.

"Princess, you won't mind if I bother you, will you?" Consort Li said with a smile.

"Not at all, Your Highness, please have a seat." Jing Anle turned to Afang and said, "Afang, make some tea."

“Yes,” Afang replied.

Jing Anle did not sit in the first seat of Yongfu Palace, but sat next to Consort Li and said, "Your Majesty is a rare guest, so why don't you speak frankly?"

Consort Li and Qingyu exchanged a glance, and without hesitation, Consort Li asked directly, "Is the princess dissatisfied with the bird's nest soup this morning?" As she spoke, Consort Li kept observing Jing Anle's expression.

"The Empress's bird's nest is a rare delicacy, with excellent taste."

Consort Li then asked, "I was too naive. I wonder what the princess meant by asking about the price?"

"Although my Jing Kingdom is prosperous, the weather is unpredictable, and fortune can change in an instant." Jing Anle looked into Consort Li's eyes, wondering if she understood.

Consort Li's eyes darted around, but she still didn't understand what Jing Anle meant. "Please enlighten me, Your Highness."

"Father governs the country in the front court, and Your Majesty should also share his burdens in the harem." Jing Anle sighed and continued, "If a bowl of bird's nest were converted into silver, it would be equivalent to a lot of grain for an ordinary family. If Your Majesty can make the harem more frugal, your position will naturally be more secure."

Consort Li seemed to have a sudden realization. It turned out that Jing Anle had given her such an obvious hint this morning, but she hadn't even noticed it.

"Thank you for your advice, Princess. I will definitely think of a way to reduce the expenses of the harem when I get back." Consort Li paused, then continued, "If the princess were a man, she would surely be able to achieve great things."

She spoke sincerely. From the last time Jing Anle helped her gain favor, to winning the poetry competition, and now offering advice, Consort Li truly looked at Jing Anle with new respect. She thought to herself that if Princess Anle needed her help, she would do her best.

Jing Anle poured a cup of tea for Consort Li, then poured one for herself, took a sip, and said, "Anle is not someone who is obsessed with power. I only hope that the court and the harem are stable, and that Father Emperor is in good health."

“The princess is right,” Consort Li echoed. This time, Consort Li understood what Jing Anle meant; she had no ulterior motives.

“However…” Jing Anle put down her cup and said.

"But what?" Consort Li's heart tightened, unsure of what Jing Anle was about to say.

"Your Majesty has a long road ahead. If you ever need any comfort or support, please just ask," Jing Anle said.

Consort Li was surprised by Jing Anle's words. Jing Anle was the most favored legitimate princess, and for a moment she could hardly believe it. Did this mean that she was going to help her?