Feng Luan Palace
Behind the purple curtain, Xiao Yao slowly exhaled.
After an unknown period of time, she suddenly opened her eyes. A ray of spiritual light flashed across her beautiful eyes.
"This internal injury is really troublesome."
Feeling the fine layer of sweat on her forehead, Xiao Yao couldn't help but smile bitterly. She slowly walked out of the bed and took a handkerchief from the table to wipe her face. The current her was really even more delicate than those young ladies of official families who did not go out.
"Empress, the hot water is here."
A strange feeling rose in Xiao Yao's heart. She first straightened her posture and then said in a dignified tone,"Come in."
The red door of the warm pavilion was pushed open, and a head palace maid in exquisite palace clothes walked in. Behind her were two little girls carrying basins of water.
"Just put the basin here.”
The head palace maid pointed at the table in the corner. The two little girls hurriedly followed her instructions and then carefully retreated.
The head palace maid first turned around and closed the vermilion door. Then, she said gently,"Niangniang, just now this servant had already sent someone to tell Steward Cao about Niangniang's unwell condition. I heard that Steward Cao had already sent someone to inform Imperial Noble Consort to serve Niangniang.”
Hearing this, Xiao Yao felt slightly relieved. Just as she was about to speak, she heard a voice from the door,"Niangniang, Consort Liu Hui and Consort Zhang Shu heard that you were unwell and came to visit. They are waiting in the side hall.”
Xiao Yao's eyes revealed a thoughtful look. After a moment, she imitated Xiao Meiniang's posture and said,"Bengong understands, let them wait a moment.”
"Is the Empress going out?" The head palace maid in the warm pavilion blinked.”
Xiao Yao nodded and said,"BenGong's body has already recovered a little. It's rare for them to have the heart to pay their respects, so let's meet them."”
Xiao Yao also had her own considerations. She didn't know how long it would take for Xiao Meiniang to return from the palace. If she kept pretending to be ill and didn't see anyone, the Emperor would be busy every day and there would be countless concubines. Perhaps she wouldn't notice, but the other concubines in the palace would have sharp eyes. It was inevitable that she would attract suspicion over time.
Instead of doing so, it was better to directly entertain one or two people in a generous manner. It could also eliminate the suspicions of others. Even if these concubines discovered something unusual, they would definitely not associate it with the substitute.
As she walked out of the warm pavilion, Xiao Yao was still weak, so she put on a thick snow fur coat and sat behind the curtains on the high platform with the help of a few palace maids.
Usually, when entertaining guests, this curtain was naturally open, but today, the Empress was not feeling well. Those palace maids were afraid that she would be caught in the wind, so they did not open it.
Seeing this curtain, Xiao Yao's heart was even more at ease. She thought that as long as she didn't say anything wrong, there would be no danger of being exposed.
Reality proved that Xiao Yao was indeed overthinking things. With Xiao Meiniang's status in the harem, other than Imperial Noble Consort Zhu Guo 'er, who didn't pander to her in every possible way? They didn't even have time to curry favor with her, so how could they carefully consider whether Xiao Yao's words were inappropriate?
This made Xiao Yao extremely happy. She was usually in charge of Water Moon Pavilion and other industries. She was very strict about the hierarchy of the master and the subordinate. She only needed to give orders. It was very boring after a long time. However, it was different in this palace. Although the women had different positions, they were all the emperor's concubines in essence. They did not have so many scruples when they talked.
It was just that nothing interesting could happen in the inner palace. As they chatted, Consort Liu Hui and Consort Zhang Shu brought the topic to Yang Guang. The content was naturally about the spring affairs in the curtains. It was extremely bold, making Xiao Yao, this virgin girl, blush and her heart beat.
However, at the same time, Xiao Yao felt a little excited. After all, this was a secret of the royal family. Especially when Liu Huifei talked about how Yang Guang was invincible and how he even shared the pleasure of the Countess, Xiao Yao couldn't help but feel a little curious.
Consort Zhang Shu noticed that Xiao Yao had not spoken for a long time and asked in an understanding manner,""Why isn't the Empress speaking? Are you tired?”
Xiao Yao clasped her hands together and said shyly,"Then…is that really that happy?”
Liu Huifei said," If it was in the past, it wouldn't have been that interesting. But now, it's different. His Majesty seems to have cultivated some heart sutra and has become extremely brave. That kind of happiness is something that I will never forget." What's even more amazing is that His Majesty's cultivation method is also very beneficial to us. Every time after we visit, it can make our skin become white and tender, as if we've become a few years younger. Unfortunately, I am not as blessed as the Empress and have only received a few drops of rain.”
"Your Majesty…does Your Majesty come to Feng Luan Palace often?" Xiao Yao lowered her head and whispered.”However, she thought to herself that it turned out that her aunt often did that kind of thing with the Emperor. No wonder her skin was fairer and smoother than hers. She wondered what it felt like.
Consort Zhang Shu said briskly,"That's of course. In this palace, the Emperor dotes on the Empress the most. Everyone is very envious."”
Xiao Yao could hear that Consort Zhang Shu's words were from the bottom of her heart, and she couldn't help but feel a little envious of her aunt. She married into the Emperor's family, became the Empress who was the mother of the world, and was the most favored by the rain and dew. Now, she could become younger and more beautiful. It was really all good things.
Right at this moment, a loud and clear announcement was heard outside the hall."Your Majesty has arrived-"
Consort Liu Hui and Consort Zhang Shu quickly stood up.
"Rise."
Yang Guang casually waved his hand and said,""It's really thoughtful of you two to accompany the Empress to relieve her boredom.”
Just this casual sentence made Consort Liu Hui and Consort Zhang Shu ecstatic and repeatedly thanked him. This scene made Xiao Yao feel the weight of a monarch's might.
"Empress, zhen heard that you were not feeling well, so I specially asked the imperial kitchen to make a bowl of your favorite top-grade bird's nest and even added two snow lotus petals. Drink it while it's hot.”
Unlike his previous casual tone, Yang Guang's words were obviously gentler, and his concern and love were overflowing.
Consort Liu Hui and Consort Zhang Shu tactfully bid their farewells and left the hall with envious and jealous gazes.
Xiao Yao looked at Yang Guang approaching, her palms were already filled with sweat. This was really an extraordinary matter. If Yang Guang noticed something abnormal, not only would she lose her head, the entire Xiao clan would also be doomed.
Seeing Yang Guang pull open the curtain and approach, Xiao Yao immediately lowered her head and stuttered,"Didn't…didn't His Majesty go to…to the Imperial Noble Consort?”
"You, zhen and you are husband and wife. If you are not feeling well, how can zhen abandon you?”
Yang Guang casually sat beside Xiao Yao and grabbed her trembling hand. He placed Yan Wo in her palm and said in a domineering manner,"Quickly drink it. Do you still want me to feed you?”
"Oh, I…I can do it myself.”
Xiao Yao raised the porcelain bowl in a panic. As the bird's nest entered her stomach, her entire heart felt warm. This kind of warmth was something that Xiao Yao, who was born into a wealthy family, had never experienced before. It made her feel shy, but at the same time, it also produced a hint of sweetness. Her eyes could not help but become a little wet.
When Yang Guang saw this, he thought that she was still upset about the Xiao family's matter, and his heart became even more tender. He immediately raised his hand to wipe the corner of Xiao Yao's lips and pretended to be light as he said,"Are you a child? Why are you eating so quickly? No one is snatching it from you.”
Xiao Yao's body suddenly stiffened. The moment her fingertip brushed across her cheek, it was as if an electric current had passed through her heart.
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