Ye Qinglan and Zhang Yue are both smart people with raised eyebrows and wide eyes. Naturally, they would not ask for details, so they laughed and agreed together.
Fengyi Hall is the residence of Queen Gu. In addition to the main hall and side halls, there are at least dozens of dormitories that can be lived in.
Ye Qinglan and Zhang Yue went to the palace with the female official. The female official specially arranged adjacent bedrooms for the two of them, which was very convenient for them to talk with each other every day. Seeing that they only brought two maids into the palace, the female official assigned them again.
Several palace maids came to wait on him.
This series of arrangements was in order, and the palace ladies all listened to the orders of the concubine respectfully, which shows how high the concubine's status is in the Fengyi Palace.
After the arrangements were made, Guan Yue chatted with the two of them for a while before leaving.
Ye Qinglan and Zhang Yue breathed a sigh of relief almost at the same time, and then looked at each other and smiled. The two were originally cousins, and now they are sisters-in-law. Although they have not had much contact with each other, they still have some affection. Now they go to the palace together to accompany Queen Gu, and receive
In the next days, we must go in and out together and take care of each other. Between looking at each other, there is a tacit understanding.
Zhang Yue tried with a smile: "Sister-in-law, the Queen's condition has become increasingly serious. Why did she suddenly summon the two of us to the palace at this time?"
Ye Qinglan's eyes flashed slightly, and she replied vaguely: "I'm not sure about this either. However, I guess the Queen felt lonely during her illness, so she called the two of us into the palace to chat with her to relieve her boredom."
Zhang Yue thought for a while and said with a smile: "What you said makes sense. Maybe most of the Queen's illness is caused by depression. With someone to talk to and relieve the boredom, maybe the illness can be cured faster.
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Ye Qinglan smiled slightly: "You are right. Maybe the Queen will get better soon."
A flash of surprise flashed across Zhang Yue's eyes, and he nodded with a smile.
They are all smart people. There are some things that do not need to be said clearly. With just a few subtle hints, Zhang Yue vaguely guessed the truth about entering the palace. There is no need to elaborate on the surprise in his heart. He just felt that the gentle and smiling woman in front of him suddenly suddenly
It has also become a bit mysterious.
After chatting for a while, the two of them went back to their houses to take a rest.
The sky gradually darkened, and soon it was Youshi. Empress Gu finally ordered the maid to summon Ye Qinglan and Zhang Yue to come and talk.
In the past, when she summoned her mother-in-law, she would either meet in the magnificent main hall or in the spacious and clean side hall. This time, probably because she considered that she would often invite them to accompany her in the future, Empress Gu simply met her in the side room where she lived.
Two people.
This is the hottest month, and even in the evening, the air is still a bit hot. However, as soon as you enter the ear room, you will be greeted by a burst of cool air, which is refreshing.
There are two basins of ice placed in the ear room, and a palace maid stands beside the basin, fanning gently with a large fan. This is how the refreshing cool breeze comes. Although it is inferior to the air conditioners of later generations, in such a hot season
It is definitely a luxury to have such enjoyment.
Empress Gu had obviously dressed up and applied a little makeup, but her complexion was not good-looking and her cheeks had become thinner. The dress she was wearing also looked loose.
"I have met the Queen!" Ye Qinglan and Zhang Yue bowed together with their hands folded.
Queen Gu has been ill for a long time, her energy is far lower than before, and she can no longer put on the airs of a superior queen. She smiled lightly and said: "Okay, there is no need to be so polite. We will see each other every day in the future. There is no need to be too particular about these false courtesy. In private
Just call me aunt."
Zhang Yue was startled, but Ye Qinglan already responded with a smile: "That's the case. The nephew and daughter-in-law are more respectful than obeying orders." The attitude was natural and showed a little intimacy. With just such a simple sentence, the relationship between the two parties immediately became much closer.
, the atmosphere also seemed harmonious.
Zhang Yue couldn't help but glance at Ye Qinglan, and secretly admired him. He was obviously two years younger than himself, but his skill in dealing with them was actually better than his own...
There was a smile in Queen Gu's eyes, and she kindly greeted the two of them to sit next to her. Then she casually asked about their daily life in Duke Dingguo's mansion.
Zhang Yue is two years older, but when it comes to ranking, it is Ye Qinglan who takes the lead. Ye Qinglan can answer such a question first. However, Ye Qinglan did not speak, and just glanced at Zhang Yue with a smile.
Zhang Yue smiled and opened her mouth first: "My eldest aunt takes care of all the trivial matters in the house. My niece-in-law only has to control the servants in Tingyuxuan on weekdays. She has a lot of free time, so she often goes to Shunyitang to accompany her.
Grandma spoke..."
In fact, it doesn't really matter who speaks first. But Ye Qinglan's small gesture really makes people feel heartwarming.
Queen Gu gradually relaxed as she listened to these household gossip.
Ye Qinglan took advantage of this moment to look at Queen Gu carefully.
In fact, all members of the Gu family have good looks. Brothers Gu Xinian and Gu Xiyu are both extremely outstanding and dazzling. Brothers Gu Hong and Gu Bo are both handsome, elegant and good-looking. Although Queen Gu is over forty, she can be maintained.
She is very good, and she is also a beautiful middle-aged lady. However, she has been sick for the past two months, her face is thin and haggard, and the crow's feet at the corners of her eyes are clearly exposed, showing a bit of age and morbidity. She always tries her best to be gentle when she speaks.
Although he still has a smile, he still has the occasional trance.
This inspection also allowed Ye Qinglan to make a preliminary judgment on Queen Gu's condition. Compared with the time when she went to the palace last month, Queen Gu's condition has indeed become more serious. She must be treated as soon as possible...
Queen Gu looked over casually, and happened to meet Ye Qinglan's thoughtful gaze, and couldn't help but be startled.
Yesterday, I received a letter from someone sent by Mrs. Sun. The letter was not very detailed. It only said that Ye Qinglan had a way to cure her disease. To be honest, she didn't really believe what she said, but she couldn't bear to disagree.
In response to Mrs. Sun's kindness, she nodded in agreement and asked the concubine-in-law to take Ye Qinglan and Zhang Yue into the palace.
It wasn't until this moment that she thought about this problem. Ye Qinglan was just a delicate woman who was born in a house and had never studied medicine. How could she possibly cure diseases?
A graceful palace maid reported softly: "Queen Qi, dinner is ready."
Queen Gu hummed, then smiled at Ye Qinglan and said: "I have a bad appetite these days, and I can't eat at night. You two are here today, so I feel hungry!" After saying that, he stood up.
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The maids on the side hurriedly came over and supported Queen Gu's arms on the left and right. Looking at this familiar movement, it was obvious that she was already used to it. With the help of two maids, Queen Gu's steps finally became more agile.
Zhang Yue looked at it and was secretly frightened. He had always heard about Queen Gu's illness. Now that he saw it with his own eyes, he realized that everyone's worries were justified.
Even the head matron of a noble family has a lot of tedious matters to deal with every day. If she is ill for a long time, she always has to change the abbot. What's more, Queen Gu is the queen of the sixth palace!
There are so many concubines, concubines, maids and eunuchs in the palace, and there must be someone to take care of every big and small matter. If Queen Gu continues to be ill like this, the management of the Sixth Palace will have to be completely handed over to Concubine Zheng. In this way, even with the title of queen,
It’s also in name only...
The dinner was very sumptuous and exquisite. Queen Gu only ate a few bites before putting down her chopsticks. Seeing this, Zhang Yue ate a few bites in a hurry and said she was full.
Ye Qinglan had no choice but to put down her chopsticks and glance at the table with a little regret. It was such a waste. She only took a few bites of many dishes, and some of them didn't even use a chopstick.
Empress Gu's brows showed a tired look again. Ye Qinglan and Zhang Yue left together.
There were several more maids waiting on the side, and they were not as casual as before. Ruixue and Ruomei were both careful and cautious, silently waiting for Ye Qinglan to take a bath and wringing out her hair.
"Young mistress, it's getting late, it's time for you to have some rest," Ruixue said in a low voice.
Ye Qinglan smiled lightly and said, "Just wait a little longer!"
Ruixue was startled, but she didn't ask anything. She just nodded and went to make the bed with Ruomei.
Ye Qinglan waited for a cup of tea, and sure enough, the official Yue arrived.
Following the order of Queen Gu, the daughter-in-law came to invite Ye Qinglan to come and talk. She was also surprised in her heart, and looked at Ye Qinglan with a somewhat inquiring look.
Ye Qinglan just didn't know and followed her concubine-in-law to Queen Gu's bedroom with a calm expression.
Queen Gu's bedroom is spacious and gorgeous, with all kinds of exquisite and expensive furnishings that are dazzling. But there is an indescribable deserted and empty feeling in this magnificence. Queen Gu has taken off her makeup, and her thin and pale cheeks and the tired and sick look on her face are no longer there.
It couldn't be covered up, it was clearly exposed under the bright candlelight. Even the eyes were a little confused and wandering.
However, the moment Ye Qinglan came in, Queen Gu immediately cheered up, and her eyes were even a bit sharp and keen.
This is a woman who is very guarded and never trusts others easily!
This sentence flashed through Ye Qinglan's mind quickly, and the corners of her lips naturally raised: "Aunt, are you still up so late?"
The words "aunt" made Queen Gu's face soften a little, and her scrutiny and vigilance also dissipated a little: "I have slept for too long during the day, but now I have some energy, so I specially called you to come and talk."
Are you talking, or do you want to find out more about her?
Ye Qinglan smiled gently and calmly: "As long as my aunt doesn't think the niece-in-law's words are boring, she is also willing to spend the night."
Queen Gu was so amused that she burst into laughter and winked at the concubine. The concubine nodded lightly and gave a low command, and all the maids retreated. The concubine also withdrew and stood guard outside the door.
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Empress Gu and Ye Qinglan were the only ones left in the gorgeous and deserted bedroom.
Queen Gu looked at Ye Qinglan and asked slowly: "Can you really cure my disease?"
Ye Qinglan did not answer this question directly. Instead, she smiled lightly and said: "If my aunt believes in my niece-in-law, my nephew-in-law is willing to give it a try." (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation, monthly vote, you
