Deqing Hall.
"Sister Zhao Yuan, I heard that His Majesty has already asked the Empress to draft an edict to confer Sister as Consort De. His Majesty just promoted Sister last month. This time, she has been promoted two levels in a row. Even if it does not conform to etiquette, His Majesty will not hesitate. I'm afraid that His Majesty's love for Imperial Noble Consort Wenhua is not as good as Sister.”Yang Cairen had a flattering expression.
Yu Zhaoyuan only smiled and didn't say anything. She was already extremely proud. Ever since she entered the palace for half a year, the Emperor had always doted on her, and this doting was increasing day by day. Imperial Noble Consort Wenhua, who had been favored for more than ten years, could be said to be the most popular person by the Emperor's side. After all, it had only taken half a year for a young lady to become Zhao Yuan, one of the nine concubines. This was unprecedented. Because of this, there were many talented people with lower status who came to curry favor with her. However, Yu Zhaoyuan was famous for her arrogance and aloofness. These lowly concubines had also made up their minds to be humiliated.
"That's right, that's right. Who in this palace can compare to Sister Zhao Yuan? No, no, it should be Consort De.”
"That's right. Then I'll congratulate you in advance.”
Everyone agreed.
"That's right. However, the fly in the ointment is that elder sister doesn't have any children yet. If elder sister is pregnant with a dragon descendant, no one in the palace can compare to elder sister.”Handsome Fairness Liu, who had just been pregnant with a dragon descendant, interrupted without knowing what was going on.
Hearing this, Yu Zhaoyuan's face instantly darkened. She stood up and said to everyone,"I'm tired today. Younger sisters, please go back.”As he spoke, he got up and entered the inner hall, ignoring everyone's surprised expressions. Everyone looked at Handsome Fairness Liu reproachfully. The hard-earned opportunity to rope them in had been ruined by Handsome Fairness Liu, this silly goose. Immediately, they lost interest and left one after another. Only Handsome Fairness Liu was left standing there in a daze.
Yu Zhaoyuan entered the inner room and sat in front of the mirror. Looking at the mirror, she was as beautiful as jade. However, at this moment, a wave of anger burst out from her heart. She turned to the mirror and overturned all the brocade boxes on the table. Immediately, the jade hairpin scattered all over the ground. Her tears could not stop falling.
Yu Zhaoyuan's maiden name was Yu Juan 'er. She was the daughter of one of Prime Minister Shang Rui's aides. She was chosen by Shang Rui because she was charming. She was originally engaged, but under her father's coercion, she participated in the triennial selection of the most outstanding female and naturally became the most gorgeous chess piece that Shang Rui had placed beside Tian Ze. The purpose was to weaken Tian Ze's favor towards Wen Miaoran and become the target of public criticism, thus serving as a foil for the Empress 'virtue.
In reality, she had done it. Tian Ze indeed regarded her as a pearl and a treasure, obedient and submissive. To be able to obtain the love and adoration of the noblest man in the world, she should have been satisfied. However, Yu Juan 'er had been forced to take a sterilization poison before she entered the palace, and she would never be able to conceive in her life. There was a law in the Tiansheng Dynasty that all concubines who did not have children in the harem had to leave the palace after the emperor died and guard the former emperor until death. After death, they had no right to be buried in the imperial tomb. Thinking of this, Yu Juan 'er felt hatred. If it wasn't for her parents, brother, and sister-in-law, Yu Juan' er would rather die than enter the palace to serve the Emperor. Although he was now in the limelight, everything would be for naught in the end. Although the Empress did not have a son, she had the power of the Shang Family, and he was just duckweed that was blown away by the wind. In the end, he would only turn into a wisp of smoke and disappear.
Yu Juan 'er smiled bitterly. If she wanted to be a demon concubine, then she would continue to be a demon. Even if she had to bear the eternal infamy, it was better than being silently forgotten by others. Every day I stay in the palace, I will make His Majesty love me more. Maybe one day, maybe one day, I will be able to let His Majesty see the true colors of that old fox Shang Rui. At that time, even if I die, I will be able to rest in peace.
Yu Juan 'er bent down to pick up the rouge box that had fallen to the ground and touched up her makeup that had been ruined by her crying in front of the mirror. In this palace, Yu Juan 'er was just one of the many pitiful women.
Night fell.
"Your Majesty has arrived at the Deqing Hall…"
Tian Ze entered De Qing Hall under the crowd's escort, only to see Yu Juan 'er dressed in a plain white palace dress, kneeling outside the hall with a haggard expression. Tian Ze hurriedly walked forward and helped Yu Juan 'er up.""Beloved Consort, why are you like this? Why do you have to waste your body?”Yu Juan 'er struggled to get up but she lost her balance and fell into Tian Ze's arms. Tian Ze's heart ached as he carried Yu Juan 'er up by her waist. He did not have the time to reprimand the servants and carried Yu Juan' er into the inner room.
Tian Ze gently placed Yu Juan 'er on the bed, caressing her tear-streaked face as he asked with a pained expression,""What's wrong with my beloved consort? Why waste yourself like this?”
" I'm guilty." Yu Juan 'er sounded like she was about to cry." I heard that Your Majesty wanted to make me Consort De. This is not in line with etiquette and law. It's really humiliating. I don't deserve it. I can only kneel and beg Your Majesty to take back the order. Otherwise, even if I die, I won't have the face to face the Imperial Family." As long as ChenQie has the heart to love His Majesty, even if she turns into wind and water, as long as she stays by His Majesty's side, she has no regrets.”As she spoke, large drops of tears fell uncontrollably.
Tian Ze gently wiped away the tears from the corners of Yu Juan 'er's eyes. It had been a long time since a woman had made his heart ache so much. Although the Empress was dignified, beautiful, and understanding, she always carried the dignity of an Empress, causing an inexplicable distance between them. At most, they could only be considered respectful. Although Miao Ran was a confidante who had lived through life and death with him, she was frank and free. However, after living in the palace for a long time, her true nature had long been covered by the secular world. She had become an ordinary concubine. Although she had once loved each other wholeheartedly, she had long lost that enthusiasm. Yu Juan 'er was the only one who made him feel the most primitive love. He could laugh and cry whenever he wanted to, and he did not hide it. That carefree and sincere demeanor was quite similar to the past, so he really doted on her.
"So it's because of this matter. The Empress had already approved the decree, and the decree would come down tomorrow. There was no one in the palace who objected, so why should the beloved concubine blame herself?”Tian Ze said.
"Juan 'er is already a blessed person to be able to receive His Majesty's love. Such deep love is really a disgrace to this concubine. This concubine has let His Majesty see her as a joke again.”As she spoke, her face flushed red and she looked shy and cute.
"You little fairy, you're really my joy.”Tian Ze could not help but kiss her pink lips as he spoke.
It was late at night, and there were always people in the palace who could not sleep.
The next morning at the Luan Feng Palace.
"Your son pays his respects to mother." Tian Yao was wearing a purple robe and was in high spirits.
"Yao 'er, quickly come here, come to mother.”Shang Zhirong happily called Tianyao over. She really liked Tianyao from the bottom of her heart.
Tianyao obediently sat down beside Shang Zhirong.
"I heard that in the past few days, Yao 'er has been learning riding and archery from Imperial Father. The people in the palace say that Yao' er is extremely intelligent. As expected of His Majesty's son, he was even more heroic than His Majesty back then.”Shang Zhirong touched Tianyao's hair bun and said lovingly.
" Mother is too kind to Tianyao. As a prince, Tianyao has to contribute to the prosperity of the royal family. After learning martial arts, he can fight bravely on the battlefield like General Chen and protect the country. Only then can he protect Father, Mother, and Consort Mother. Your son will definitely work harder and not disappoint mother.”Tianyao said seriously.
"Tianyao has really grown up. He's a man now and knows how to protect people.”Zhi Rong looked at Tianyao tenderly, thinking how great it would be if Tianyao was really her son, just like what her father said. As she thought about it, she pulled Tianyao into her arms, but all of this was just a thought.
Hua Rong Hall.
"Your Majesty is in a good mood. ChenQie has not seen Your Majesty draw for a long time.”Miao Ran grinded the ink while staring at Tian Ze's brush.
"I am happy. If I am not wrong, Chen Yuanchen should have arrived at the Holy Capital today. This Chen Yuanchen has made me wait.”As he spoke, he added a few more strokes to the painting.
"Then congratulations, Your Majesty. ChenQie will definitely be happy. Tianyao is about to have a good master.”Miao Ran replied.
"Tianyao is very lucky to have a mother like you. I have to thank you for giving birth to such a virtuous son for me.”Tian Ze did not raise his head and continued to focus on his drawing, his tone a little distant.
"Your Majesty, you flatter me. ChenQie is lucky to be able to get to know Your Majesty. General Chen and Madam Chen also have some connections with ChenQie. Everything seems to be destined.”Wen Miaoran said with a smile.
Tian Ze raised his head and put down his paintbrush.""Beloved consort is right. Shang Rui has already invited himself to welcome General Chen. He must have received it by now. I wonder if Yuan Chen is satisfied with the residence that Zhen has given him. Yuan Chen doesn't like crowds. Zhen will go to General Manor to meet Yuan Chen tonight and return to the palace before morning court tomorrow. I won't accompany my beloved consort tonight. Hanzhen's illness had also recovered, and she was already an eight-year-old child. It was time to find an old palace maid to teach her etiquette. Beloved Consort, please make arrangements as soon as possible. Don't delay it.”
"ChenQie obeys the decree." Miao Ran slightly bowed.
"Then I'll leave first. I'll come and see you another day.”Tian Ze put down his paintbrush and tidied his clothes before turning around to leave the Hua Rong Palace Hall.
Miao Ran put down the inkstone in her hand and thought," Shang Rui, this old fox, had already seen through her thoughts. Her brother and niece were now in his hands. With her current power, she would definitely not be able to compete with the Shang family. He thought that Chen Yuanchen would have a chance of survival after he returned, but he did not expect Shang Rui, this old fox, to beat him to it. The most important thing now was to keep a low profile, stabilize Shang Rui, this old fox, and protect his brother and niece's lives. Then, he would plan for a long time. Fortunately, she had an irreplaceable position in the Emperor's heart, allowing her to live peacefully in the palace. Even Shang Zhirong had to respect her. Thinking of this, Miao Ran let out a long sigh and picked up the painting that Tian Ze had just drawn. The woman in the painting was graceful and beautiful. Wasn't she the newly promoted Consort De, Yu Juan 'er?
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