Zhao Luyan was stunned for a moment. She didn't expect Lu Wangyuan to say such a thing. She knew that Lu Wangyuan was reminding her not to be too ostentatious. It was not good for her, but he had good intentions, so she smiled and said,"Many thanks for Lord Lu's reminder. Of course I know that Shu Fei niangniang is deeply doted on by the emperor. Regarding such a woman, I, Zhao Luyan, really want to see what kind of charm she has to be able to make the emperor like her for so long? However, I've also researched what kind of woman the emperor likes, so there's no need for Lord Lu to tell me. Even though Consort Shu is favored, I think it's not just because she's virtuous. There are many virtuous women, such as Consort Chen.”As he spoke, he looked at Lu Yueqin smugly. Lu Yueqin knew that Zhao Luyan was deliberately mocking her for not being loved even though she was Consort Chen. She was very angry, but she did not dare to say anything. She could only silently lower her head. Seeing her like this, Zhao Luyan knew that she had hit the nail on the head. She was clearly angry, but she did not dare to vent it out. She felt even more pleased, so she continued," Consort Chen is also a virtuous person, but she has not been doted on. This means that the Emperor does not only like virtuous people. Consort Shu definitely has other aspects that the Emperor likes. It's just that Lord Lu does not know about it." No one liked to be the same, and the Emperor was no exception. Therefore, a woman must have her own characteristics and be different from others in order to make a man remember her. Lord Lu, do you think I'm right?”
Lu Wangyuan smiled and nodded." Miss Zhao is right. If there is something different about her, it will naturally make the Emperor curious and unforgettable." However, I feel that no matter what kind of woman she is, if she wants to win a man's heart, she must be as gentle as water. If this woman is too strong, it will only make men stay away from her.”
"Lord Lu, are you saying that I'm too domineering?”Zhao Luyan raised her eyebrows and asked unwillingly. It was the first time she heard someone say that about her, and she felt very uncomfortable.
"Isn't that so? We've all witnessed Miss Zhao's performance in Jiangluo City. It can be said that other than Lord Zhao, no one can speak better of Miss Zhao. Sometimes, she's simply unreasonable. Miss Zhao's expression doesn't change at all. She speaks logically and without fear. Isn't this too domineering?" Lu Wangyuan deliberately said this as if he wanted to anger Zhao Luyan.
Zhao Luyan knew what he wanted to do, but she didn't let him succeed. She smiled and said,"Lord Lu is wrong to say this. I was forced by the situation in Jiangluo City. If I softened, others would harden up, and I wouldn't be able to succeed. The ones who succeeded were others. Of course, I couldn't be weak, or else I wouldn't be where I am today. Actually, I'm not usually that kind of woman. I'm also very gentle to the man I like. If the other party is the emperor, I'll definitely be even gentler, not inferior to any other woman. Therefore, Lord Lu, you don't have to worry. I know what to do when dealing with men.”
"Miss Zhao, if you can do this, then I'm much more at ease. However, I have to remind you that Lord Zhao's current situation is not the same as before. I don't think I need to say more. Miss Zhao should know. I advise Miss Zhao to keep a low profile and not be ostentatious. If Lord Zhao were to die one day, Miss Zhao would not be implicated if she could stay out of it.”Lu Wangyuan reminded him kindly.
"Lord Lu, do you really think that without my father, I, Zhao Luyan, will not be able to do anything? I, Zhao Luyan, am not relying on the heavens or the earth this time. I am relying on myself. I want the emperor to be inseparable from me. Even if father is finished, I will not be affected in any way. Lord Lu, just wait and see. This day will come.”Zhao Luyan smiled and said with certainty. After pausing for a while, he continued," Lord Lu, we've been delayed for so long. We should leave. Take care. See you again."”After saying that, he didn't care whether Lu Yueqin agreed or not and let the coachman drive the carriage.
Lu Yueqin didn't dare to say anything. She looked at her father helplessly, sighed deeply, and closed the curtains.
Lu Wangyuan watched his daughter's carriage gradually leave. He was very worried when he thought about her being with Zhao Luyan in the future. Zhao Luyan would not bully Lu Yueqin now, but what about in the future? If Zhao Luyan gained power, the first person she would deal with would probably be Lu Yueqin. Lu Yueqin was weak by nature and was definitely not Zhao Luyan's match. Thinking of this, Lu Wangyuan was deeply worried. He regretted agreeing to Zhao Luyan's request, but what if he didn't? Now, he only hoped that everything would be safe and that nothing would happen. However, he also knew that this was impossible. If Zhao Luyan wanted to attract the Emperor's attention, she definitely wouldn't do it casually. She might do something big. What kind of thing would it be? Lu Wangyuan couldn't guess.
"Was it your father's idea or your own idea to enter the palace this time?”
Zhao Luyan, who was taking a nap in the carriage, suddenly heard Lu Yueqin ask. He opened his eyes, looked at her, and said impatiently,"Why are you asking this?"
"Nothing, I'm just curious. You were the one who did this from the beginning to the end. You came to find us personally, and now you're leaving with us alone. Lord Zhao hasn't shown up yet. I'm curious. Doesn't Lord Zhao care about this matter?”Lu Yueqin asked curiously.
"Why doesn't he care?" Zhao Luyan retorted," You also know his current position. If he wants to consolidate his position, he must have someone in his harem. He couldn't wait for me to enter the palace and become the Empress so that he could rest easy.”
"So, it was your father's idea for you to enter the palace, but you don't want to enter?”
Zhao Luyan snorted disdainfully and said,"Who says I don't want to enter? If I don't want to enter the palace, no one can force me, not even my father. Since I'm here, I'm willing. I did it for myself, not for anyone else. So of course, I have to work hard on my own. For my own goal, I have to do whatever it takes. Now that they had come this far, it could be said that they had succeeded halfway.”
"Do you really want to enter the palace on your own? But you just said that your father…"
"That was his wishful thinking." Zhao Luyan interrupted her." Whether I do it or not, whether I agree or not, whether I can do it or not, it's all up to me. No one can control me." If I want to help him, I will help him. If I want to harm him, I can destroy him in my hands.”
When Lu Yueqin heard Zhao Luyan say such words, she was shocked." How could you do this? Zhao Shengming is your father after all. How could you…"
"Why can't I?" Zhao Luyan approached her and said unhurriedly," Can I only let Zhao Shengming use me but not him? Don't think that you can give unconditionally between father and daughter. Don't think that just because I'm Zhao Shengming's daughter, I have to do things for him. He is using me, you should be able to see it clearly. But do you think I'm someone who can be used? One day, you will see that all the people who used me will be destroyed in my hands.”
"Zhao Luyan, you're really scary." Lu Yueqin blurted out. This was a heartfelt remark. A woman who even used her father must be a terrifying woman.
"A terrifying person must have something pitiful about him. You're not me, you won't understand my difficulties.”Zhao Luyan sighed with a bitter smile and shook her head." No one will understand. Never."”
"You have your difficulties? What's wrong? Can you tell me and see if I can help?”Lu Yueqin asked curiously. From the very beginning, she felt that Zhao Luyan should not have been such a woman. She should have a reason for doing this. Now, it seemed that it was indeed the case. Since Zhao Luyan had said it, she wanted to ask about it.
"Why should I tell you? Who are you? Why should I tell you this?”Zhao Luyan asked warily.
"Miss Zhao, don't misunderstand. I'm just curious and concerned about you.”Lu Yueqin hurriedly explained.
"Care about me? I don't need other people's concern. Don't pretend in front of me. I'm disgusted.”Not only did Zhao Luyan not appreciate his kindness, she even spoke harshly," I won't tell you anything. Don't try to get anything out of me, including my secrets and plans. I won't tell anyone."”
"Zhao Luyan, what's wrong with you? I'm just being kind. It's fine if you don't want to tell me, but what right do you have to say that I'm hypocritical?”Lu Yueqin was a little angry at her attitude. She could not help but criticize her," Don't think that everyone has ulterior motives like you. You're the one who likes to use others and harm others. I'm different from you. You…"
"Alright." Zhao Luyan interrupted her impatiently. She looked at her and said seriously," Lu Yueqin, I know you're a good person. I admit that I'm different from you. I'm a little bad and ruthless. But I had to do this, or else I wouldn't have lived until now. I don't need you to lecture me, I know what I'm doing and what I should do. If you want to help me, you have to cooperate with me. This way, you and your father will be safe. If you can satisfy me, your position will always be like this. Alright, I don't want to talk anymore. I need to rest and conserve my energy. If I see the emperor, I must perform well. You know, I didn't rest at all last night just for today. So I hope you won't disturb me for the time being. Call me when we reach the place.”As he spoke, he closed his eyes and rested.
Seeing her like this, Lu Yueqin opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but she didn't say it, not wanting to disturb her. Zhao Luyan's words were full of thorns. Lu Yueqin couldn't refute it and had nothing to say. She bit her lip and looked at Zhao Luyan. Thinking about how she would be with this girl every day from now on, she could not help but tremble. However, she did not dare to say anything. Facing Zhao Luyan, there was only one word, and that was…to accept his fate.
An ordinary-looking carriage turned into a patch of red walls and green tiles. The carriage was moving slowly, looking very lazy. The curtain of the carriage was suddenly pulled open. Lu Yueqin stuck her head out from inside and looked at the scene outside. They had finally arrived. Then, she looked at Zhao Luyan beside her. She seemed to be still resting. Lu Yueqin did not want to disturb her, but since she was already here, it was time to wake her up. He gently pushed her and called out,"Wake up, wake up, we're here, we're here."”
Zhao Luyan opened her eyes lazily and rubbed them. She asked impatiently,"What's wrong?"
"We've arrived at the palace." Lu Yueqin said calmly.
Zhao Luyan's body trembled and she complained,"What? Why are you only telling me now?”After saying that, he immediately pulled open the curtain and looked outside without waiting for Lu Yueqin's reply. Lu Yueqin knew that Zhao Luyan would not listen to any explanation, so she simply did not explain and let her be. Zhao Luyan looked outside for a while and seemed to feel that something was wrong. She turned around and asked Lu Yueqin," Is this the Imperial Palace? Why is it different from the last time Father brought me here?”
"We are outside the inner palace. After a while, we will directly enter the inner palace, which is the harem. Only the emperor, concubines, palace maids, and eunuchs can enter that place. Your father is a minister of the imperial court, so he can't enter without permission.”Lu Yueqin explained," That's why you saw the front door last time. The officials left.”
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