The three women were a drama. There were not twenty but a dozen concubines in the main hall. Even if one of them said a word, it would be lively enough.
However, amidst such bustle, there was clearly a strange atmosphere. Even Queen Gu was a little careless, glancing in the direction of the door from time to time, as if she was waiting for something.
Fortunately, everyone didn't have to wait too long, and the main character appeared soon.
The first person to come was none other than Cao Jieyu. This beauty, who came from a scholarly family and had read poetry and books, was a bit narrow-minded. After greeting Empress Gu with a smile, she looked at Ye Qinglan with a half-smile.
In front of everyone, it was naturally difficult to say anything, but the disdain on his face was clearly revealed.
I will not offend anyone unless they offend me! If someone offends me, I will not forgive them!
Ye Qinglan also raised his eyebrows and looked back casually. Their eyes met in the air, and they stayed in a stalemate for a moment before they moved away.
Empress Gu saw this in her eyes, with a sneer on her lips, and said calmly: "Cao Jieyu, in the imperial garden two days ago, my niece-in-law Ye made a verbal attack on you, and even the emperor was alarmed. I
I'm here to keep her company." He said it was an apology, but the sarcasm in his words was clearly visible.
There was suddenly no sound in the main hall, and almost everyone looked at Cao Jieyu.
No one expected that Empress Gu would be the first to take action. Even if Cao Jieyu was favored, she was just a low-ranking concubine. How could she be worthy of the empress' apology?
Cao Jieyu's expression changed as expected, and she didn't dare to sit anymore, so she quickly stood up. But before she had time to speak, Ye Qinglan also stood up and said with an apologetic look: "Ye is young and has little knowledge, so he spoke temporarily.
I accidentally made the queen unhappy. If the queen still doesn't calm down, just scold her, and she will never complain." Then she turned to Empress Gu: "The nephew-in-law was reckless for a while, and the aunt lost her face, so she felt really uneasy.
It’s just that my aunt hasn’t recovered yet, so she must not get angry because of her niece-in-law.”
Queen Gu glanced at the frightened Cao Jieyu and sighed deliberately: "I am a useless aunt, and I can't even protect my niece-in-law."
Ye Qinglan's eyes immediately turned red, and she choked and said: "My aunt said this, and my niece-in-law is so ashamed that I can't see anyone else. It's my niece-in-law's fault that made it difficult for my aunt..."
The two of them sang together like this, and Cao Jieyu's face turned pale as she was being squeezed. She lost her arrogance just now and bowed her head to apologize: "It's all my fault, please forgive me..."
"Excuse me?" Queen Gu looked over with a smile but not a smile: "Cao Jieyu has been wronged, so it is inevitable to cry to the emperor. What crime is there?" It was still a casual and indifferent tone, but every word was pricking.
Cao Jieyu's face turned red and her face was burning.
Among the concubines watching the excitement, there were naturally people from Queen Gu's faction, and someone immediately agreed: "What the Queen is saying is that Cao Jieyu is being favored now, and it is inevitable that the Emperor will be more partial to her."
"That's not what they say." Some people sing the praises while others sing the blame: "As a palace concubine, you are supposed to be virtuous and generous. Even if you have an occasional quarrel, you won't be so upset that you will cry in front of the emperor. The emperor is busy with court affairs and taking care of everything.
, I still have to worry about such trivial matters in the harem, which makes those of us who are also concubines blush."
Cao Jieyu has been in the limelight recently and doesn't know how to hold back. She has become a thorn in everyone's side. Seeing such a good opportunity to make some sarcastic remarks, of course everyone refused to let it pass.
Cao Jieyu's eyes were filled with water. If it weren't for the shame of crying on the spot, she would have been unable to hold back her tears.
The two tears that Ye Qinglan shed before were just for show. She had wiped them clean with a handkerchief and was watching the fun.
As expected, none of the women in the harem were good-natured. Each one smiled more charmingly than the other, but the words she spoke were all harsh and mean. Although Cao Jieyu was beautiful, she was not very sharp-tongued, so she was praised by everyone.
Those who besieged him were almost crying.
At this moment, Concubine Zheng also arrived. Following her closely was Beauty Huang. This Beauty Huang was much smarter than Cao Jieyu, and she knew that there would be a quarrel when she came to Fengyi Hall to pay her respects today.
Although she was favored but her status was low, she was no match for everyone in the competition. So she hugged the big tree of Concubine Zheng tightly.
As soon as Concubine Zheng walked into the palace, the atmosphere suddenly changed again.
Cao Jieyu, who was so ridiculed that she couldn't even lift her head, saw Concubine Zheng as if she were a relative, and almost rushed over to complain with tears in her eyes.
However, Concubine Zheng didn't even look at her. Instead, she stepped forward with a smile to salute Empress Gu and said hello: "I heard that the Queen's condition has improved, and I was very happy. Today, I saw that she is indeed getting better. Her complexion is even better than ours.
These healthy people look better."
Empress Gu smiled and asked people to watch her seat, and said kindly: "I have been idle for so long. I eat, drink and sleep well every day in Fengyi Palace. Naturally, my face is rosy. But Concubine Zheng, on the other hand, works hard in the palace every day.
I look a little thinner than before."
Concubine Zheng smiled hurriedly and said: "The Queen has really offended me by saying this. It is my job to share my worries with you. Now that my mother is in good health, I can finally breathe a sigh of relief. I wish I could."
Immediately put aside all this trivial matter and have a rest."
Empress Gu smiled kindly and said: "I have to rest for a few days before I can recover. I have to thank you for your troubles for a few more days. When this matter is over, I will be the first to ask for your merits and rewards in front of the emperor.
Woolen cloth!"
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Both of them were smiling, and their words were soft and gentle. This picture looked so harmonious. Only by savoring it carefully can you notice the hidden shadows of swords and swords.
As soon as the two bosses clashed, other idlers naturally had no chance to intervene and were reduced to the background.
After chatting for a while, Concubine Zheng mentioned what happened in the Imperial Garden two days ago: "...It's nothing to say, it was just a quick talk, but she got a little unhappy while talking. Cao Jieyu also made a fuss out of a molehill.
, some trivial matters are not worth bothering the Emperor. Please forgive Cao Jieyu for the sake of her young age and ignorance."
...In this palace, it doesn't matter who is right or wrong, what matters is what the Sacred Heart wants. The emperor's reaction when he came to Fengyi Hall yesterday was enough to represent everything. Therefore, even Concubine Zheng had to beat around the bush for Cao Cao.
Jieyu excused herself and begged for mercy.
Queen Gu's eyes flashed, and she raised her lips with a half-smile: "I can't blame Cao Jieyu for this matter. My nephew-in-law, Ye, is outspoken and outspoken, and her words are out of proportion. Let alone Cao Jieyu,
Even I was a little unhappy when I heard it. He even said the words "wives and concubines are fighting and the house is not peaceful." Intentionally or unintentionally, the words "wives and concubines are fighting and the house is not peaceful" were emphasized heavily.
Even though Concubine Zheng was quite wealthy, her expression changed slightly.
Empress Gu admired Concubine Zheng's face and felt indescribably happy. She deliberately said nothing and just smiled.
Concubine Zheng suppressed the unceasing anger in her heart and forced out a smile: "Ye didn't mean it. The Queen must not take it to heart."
Empress Gu smiled happily and said: "Concubine Zheng is really broad-minded and does not care about juniors, which is really admirable." She also winked at Ye Qinglan. Ye Qinglan immediately understood and respectfully stood up to apologize: "Thank you, Concubine, for your magnanimity."
Concubine Zheng swallowed the suffocating breath bitterly and raised a smile: "Okay, this matter is over, and no one will mention it in the future."
This confrontation ended with a complete victory for Queen Gu's side.
After all the concubines had left, Empress Gu allowed herself to laugh happily. The mood that had been depressed for a long time finally cleared up. Looking at Ye Qinglan again, it was really pleasing to the eye from left to right. She was only so smart.
Such a smart woman is a good match for Gu Xinian!
"Qinglan, it's all thanks to you this time that I got rid of the bad breath in my heart." Queen Gu smiled very kindly.
Ye Qinglan still refused to take credit, and responded with a smile: "It's my aunt's sharp words, Qinglan is just following the flag and shouting."
The more humble she showed, the more comfortable Empress Gu felt. She thought for a while and said: "Zheng Guifei is narrow-minded and will be punished. She was temporarily overwhelmed by my words today. I don't think she will have an attack on you in the short term. However, just in case, just in case."
First, you should stay in Fengyi Hall more often from now on and don’t go out easily.” Fengyi Hall is Queen Gu’s territory. After so many years of operation, no one can cause trouble in it. However, after leaving Fengyi Hall,
I dare not say it anymore.
Ye Qinglan also knew the power of this and agreed with a smile.
Queen Gu stared at Ye Qinglan and suddenly sighed: "You are indeed a good and sincere child, but I underestimated you in the past." There was a rare hint of apology in her tone.
Ye Qinglan was startled for a moment, then realized it immediately. It seemed that the quarrel between her and Gu Xinian was not hidden from the shrewd Empress Gu at all. It was just that she still had some use for her, so she pretended to be stupid.
She was left behind. It was only at this moment that Queen Gu really began to face up to her niece-in-law!
In fact, half of what she did was out of a psychiatrist's sense of responsibility, not wanting to abandon a half-treated patient. The other half was for Gu Xinian, for Mrs. Zheng, and for the Dingguo Palace. What really matters is the treatment of Empress Gu.
There really aren't many feelings.
However, since Queen Gu has already misunderstood, she might as well let this wonderful misunderstanding continue. At present, it seems that the advantages of wooing Queen Gu always outweigh the disadvantages.
Ye Qinglan forced out a slightly sad smile and said calmly: "Don't worry, aunt, I won't be too late to go back when your illness is completely cured."
While she was talking, the palace maid came to report: "The Crown Princess is here with Concubine Lin and Concubine Shen." (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation, monthly vote, your support is