Empress Dowager Meng was now chatting with Consort Dowager Mo in the side hall.
They had a squabble before several juniors just now, but privately, they weren't on bad terms. More precisely, they could never sever ties with each other. They were both the consorts of the Deceased Emperor who lived until now and was privileged because of a son whose family kept stirring up troubles... Honestly, they never trusted each other, and they would never come to a reconciliation.
But they were the only ones who could understand each other.
Therefore, they squabbled with each other, and they vied with each other, but they also talked intimately with each other when there was a truce.
The Empress Dowager ridiculed Consort Dowager Mo, "See? I did give you an opportunity, but your daughter-in-law doesn't want your grandson to see you! Your incompetence shall take the blame, but not me!"
Consort Dowager Mo said without looking
When Empress Dowager Meng heard that the Empress had come over, she was slightly stunned. It was not until Chi Zuosi threw her a meaningful glance that she understood it was Chi Zuosi who had sent someone over to inform the Empress."Bijun will sooner or later move to Xin Shou Palace. Since both the Emperor and I are getting old, it's essential to let her observe beside us as we deal with some matters. Just in case someday when we pass away, she's the only one to be in charge of such a big imperial harem. It may be awkward if she doesn't know how to deal with such matters." The Empress Dowager thought and frowned, saying, "It's enough that she just came alone. Why did she take a bunch of people with her, Kangzhao and Jiaxiang in particular...? This is actually thoughtless."Actually, Empress Meng was Empress Dowager Meng's niece and daughter-in-law. Though somewhat dissatisfied with her, Empress Dowager Meng still considered her feelings, saying immediately
In fact, Empress Meng and others stared at the fan Sheng Weiqiao held, saying, "Kangzhao, should I speak up for Prince Mizhen later? Anyway, they're on Gaomi King's side. Whoever prevails on this matter will be the same for our Meng Family."The reason why Empress Meng asked was that Rong Shuihe had grown up in the Sheng Family for several years no matter what he had gotten along with Sheng Weiqiao. Though she was forced not to stay so close to him now as the Sheng Family needed to stay away from the disputes of the imperial court, how could years of obsession disappear so quickly?However, before Sheng Weiqiao came here today, she was eager to see Rong Shuihe was in trouble. First impression was strongest. She thought that he was on a blind date with one of the Zhao Sisters. Now as she heard that it was on the date that he encountered the uncle and nephew of the Yuan Family and got provoked, she sneered immediately, "He's a frequent liar. Though he said wi
Rong Shuihe had already set his mind, so he directly walked to Princess Gaomi's side, pulled her sleeves and said, "Your Grace, it's not a big deal. Yuan Liujin just lost his temper after getting drunk. He was uncontrolled. Since you have already punished him, let's just forget it. Today is such a happy day. We can't spoil it because of such a thing."Princess Gaomi was originally very angry. When she heard that, she looked at him seriously. Confirming that he did not suffer losses and that he refused to pursue it, she said with a gentle expression, "You are so generous, so I will agree with you."But when she faced the boys from the Yuan Family, she suddenly changed a severe attitude with a cold face, "If you bully my son again, I will definitely punish you!"Yuan Liujin was helpless and forced to smile. He stopped Yuan Kai trying to help him. Princess Gaomi explicitly biased Rong Shuihe, so Yuan Kai might have no good consequences if he tried
Gaomi King thought this order was already benevolent because his son had been living outside for many years.In fact, Yuan Liujin was beaten to the point of vomiting blood. Yuan Kai was even punched and kicked by a manservant in front of the Zhao Sisters and other servants. Now, Gaomi King only wanted his son to expel his servant after simply punishment.After all, it was Yuan Liujin who provoked Rong Shuihe first. Gaomi King did care about his own son. So he thought that could be forgiven.But as the eldest son of royal Princess and Marquis, Yuan Kai was formally conferred as Young Lord of Huai Yuan Marquis. Now, he was bullied by a manservant. If this manservant got no punishment, Gaomi King would even be dissatisfied with the grievance of his grandson, not to mention the Yuan Liuguang couple cared about their son.After hearing that, Rong Shuihe sneered and stared at him coldly for a while. He said, "Xi has been with me since he
With eight branches of river running through the area, Shanglin Palace was blessed with abundant water and vegetation.However, all the branches paled in comparison with Chunbo Lake, which covered the broadest area among the whole waterscape.Unlike its name, Chunbo Lake was far vaster and far more majestic than a regular lake. One wouldn't be able to see the other side concealed behind the misty air without sharp eyesight.The wind from above the waves felt humid. The blank expanse of the water and the gulls and the reeds scattering in the view composed a vivid picturesque scene."I'd rather call it sea!" In fact, even the nobles who toured in Shanglin Palace had no access to the region on the fringe of the lake where the national navy encamped if Emperor Xuanjing didn't give them permission.Therefore, it was also the first time for Empress Meng and her nieces to spot the expanse of Chunbo Lake. Despite her concern o
The waterfront of Chunbo Lake was especially rich in luxuriant vegetation in May, when the greenery thrived most throughout the year.The wind from the lake corrugated the reed. It looked like the celadon dye used on Rong Shuihe's gown had been once rinsed in the nebulous mist and ethereal water.He had outgrown the childishness of a teen and become a tall handsome man. His eyes twinkled like the most brilliant stars when he peered at you with a smile.With only an exchange of looks, Noble Consort Shu got the feeling that his eyes were even more meaningful and soulful than the expanse of waves. She thought, "I was so focused on provoking the Empress Dowager and the Empress that I didn't give this Prince much attention... I didn't expect him to be a man as handsome as a tree jade sculpture and as elegant as the orchid! His Majesty was about his age when my sister and I became his consorts, but he wasn't comparable to this Prince at all!"
After a few moments, Emperor Xuanjing and Consort Shu finally came. Seeing that, Noble Consort Shu chatting with Rong Shuihe heatedly parted with him reluctantly and went to talk to Emperor Xuanjing and Consort Shu. Having finally got free, Rong Shuihe asked Gongsun Xi standing behind him, "What did my sweetie say?"Gongsun Xi drew his head with a guilty look and answered vaguely, "Her Highness became angry at the mention of that. I asked her twice, but she did not give an exact answer.""What?" Hearing that, Rong Shuihe frowned and glanced at Sheng Weiqiao. His gaze was just caught by Sheng Weiqiao. So, Sheng Weiqiao rolled her eyes and quickly turned to talk to Meng Guihuan.Meng Guihuan came here with Emperor Xuanjing and her brother Chongxin Count named Meng Guiyu. A man Sheng Weiqiao was unacquainted with also came with them.Meng Shuangliao said smilingly, covering her mouth, "Your Highness, do you know who that man Chongxin
After they had entered the room, Rong Shuihe locked the door. However, at that moment, Sheng Weiqiao had taken a blue-and-white pear-shaped vase with the pattern of intertwisted branches and chrysanthemums and was about to smash it at his head.Rong Shuihe promptly stopped it and said, "Sweetie, do you feel jealous?" Seeing Sheng Weiqiao's dark face, Rong Shuihe thought she might not like him to chat with Noble Consort Shu happily and ignore her. Therefore, he said with a smile, "Don't worry. I, your brother, only have you in my heart. As for Noble Consort Shu, you'll see her ending later."Having failed to attack sneakily, Sheng Weiqiao put the vase back in place calmly. Then, she came around the screen and walked up to the rosewood round table inlaid with mother-of-pearl and patterns of curling grass and flowers. She sat beside the table and said faintly, "What do you want to talk to me? My mother is very well. You've got nothing to worry about."