As soon as Concubine Xi left, Concubine Mao and Concubine Mi came to the door together.
Shu Jin had nothing to hide from his own people and directly told the two of them the cause and effect.
Concubine Mi was fine, but Concubine Mao looked a little unhappy: "This Princess Huaike actually has some motives! She used retreat to advance, which made the emperor feel affection for her, and she has secured such a good fortune for her younger brother!"
Shu Jin was well aware of the old grudge between Concubine Mao and Qi Guiren, so he smiled and said: "The eldest princess is not such a deep-minded person, it's just a coincidence."
Concubine Mao probably felt that her words were a little harsh, and she said with a slightly calmer expression: "It's an advantage for noble Qi! Hongshi is getting married, I'm afraid she will take the opportunity to ask for status from the emperor!"
Shu Jin smiled and shook his head: "If Hongshi only marries an ordinary Fujin, the emperor will restore her to the position of concubine. But now..."
Concubine Mao was startled, and instantly she felt much happier. Yes, the emperor had pointed out to Hongshi that Dong E should be his direct descendant. If Qi Guiren still thinks it is not enough and still wants to seek promotion, then he is greedy!
As a concubine, Concubine Mao had no grudge against the prince. All she wanted to hate was Li Xiuyin! As long as Li Xiuyin did not get any benefits, she would be happy!
"It's just..." Concubine Mao frowned slightly again, "In this way, the third elder brother has the Dong E family as his wife, and I am afraid that he will become a threat to the fifth elder brother in the future."
Shu Jin smiled: "Hongshi's biological mother is just a noble person, and I am a noble concubine. What do I have to be afraid of?"
Concubine Mi smiled as brightly as a flower and said: "The imperial concubine is right, how can the son of an imperial concubine and the son of a nobleman be the same? The third elder brother is just a few years older and has always been mediocre. It would be better if he keeps to himself, but if he is born, he should not have
He is the only one who will suffer from his thoughts in the future!"
To be honest, there is really not much difference between the son of a noble concubine and the son of a nobleman! Shu Jin said silently, especially as she, a noble concubine, is nothing more than the Han army flying three banners.
But there was no need for her to destroy the morale of her own people and just smile and say nothing.
Concubine Mao nodded in agreement, and suddenly smiled and said: "When I came here, I met Concubine Xi outside the palace. I saw that her face was heavy, and I was afraid that she was facing a formidable enemy!"
Shu Jin smiled and said: "Actually, with Concubine Xi's family background, why should we worry about the third elder brother?"
Concubine Mi covered her lips and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, your words are very light! Concubine Xi's whole body is worth only that surname!"
Shu Jin smiled from ear to ear, and this concubine Mi's words became even more sarcastic!
But it hits the nail on the head!
Besides the surname Niu Hulu, what else does Concubine Xi want?
In terms of status, that is, as a concubine, the superiors still have her as a noble concubine to hold her down.
When it comes to the official status of father and brother, Concubine Xi's father is just an idle sixth-grade official. Not to mention that he is not as good as Concubine Dun, and even has a lower official position than her father Geng Dejin!
When it comes to grace, it can be ignored.
Moreover, he had little power, and even his fourth elder brother, Hongli, was not very popular with the emperor.
Tsk tsk, from this point of view, compared with the mother and son of Concubine Xi and the mother and son of Qi Guiren, they are just different in their own way and cannot be distinguished.
Concubine Mao couldn't help but laugh, "Concubine Mi, these words hit the nail on the head!"
The Danning Hall was immediately filled with joyful laughter.
At this moment, Zhang Shoufa hurriedly came in and reported: "Your Majesty, I would like to see you."
Shu Jin thought that Mr. Qi might be here to express his gratitude, so he invited him in.
People are in high spirits during happy events. Today, this gentleman is wearing a Begonia Red Flag uniform, and his face is also heavily smeared with makeup and powder. It is bright and festive. However, as he is getting older, his clothes are too bright, which is a bit inappropriate.
For example, Concubine Mao wears a lake blue lotus flag uniform with an autumn fragrant waistcoat, which makes her look particularly calm and dignified.
Seeing Qi Guiren's complacent look, Concubine Mao was somewhat unhappy.
"Greetings to the imperial concubine!" Qi Guiren greeted the ceremony happily, and then he noticed Concubine Mao and Concubine Mi sitting beside them.
Qi Guiren's smile faltered, "Hey, Concubine Mao and Concubine Mi are here too."
After saying that, he quickly bent his knees.
Qi Guiren felt very aggrieved. In the past, her status was lower than hers, but now she was above her. She also had a straight face and accepted her courtesy as a matter of course.
Concubine Mao raised her eyebrows. She didn't even address her as "Empress" respectfully. Concubine Mao? Can you call her Concubine Mao?! Concubine Mao's face darkened, "Qi Guiren has been released for so long, and she still looks a little uncomfortable."
Get used to it!”
Being criticized in person, Qi Guiren was agitated, but he had to force out a smile and joked: "Concubine Mao has a noble status now, and she is really different from before." - She has learned to put on airs!
Concubine Mao said coldly: "This person's situation has changed so quickly. In the future, noble Qi will go out more and pay more respects to high officials, so he will naturally understand the rules in the palace now!"
Being pointed at the nose and taught by Concubine Mao, Qi Guiren's face turned green and red.
When Concubine Mi saw this, she chuckled and said, "Your Majesty Qi is dressed very festively today, with flowers and branches in full bloom, like a young girl!"
The implication is that Mr. Qi is still pretending to be young despite his age!
Qi Guiren's old face was purple and swollen. Forget it about being a concubine, the little princess who used to fawn over her could actually make irresponsible remarks to her in front of her! She couldn't be a nobleman of Lao Shizi for a day longer!
Shu Jin rubbed the center of his brows and told Concubine Mao to forget about it. After all, Qi Guiren could not stand up to Concubine Mao, and now he deserves to be scolded by Concubine Mao. But why did Concubine Mi also help?
Oh, yes, when Concubine Mi was pregnant, Qi Guiren turned a deaf ear to her, which made her feel uncomfortable.
Shu Jin hurriedly coughed and asked seriously: "Your Majesty Qi, what's the matter when you come to this palace?"
Qi Guiren's expression softened slightly, "I'm here to express my gratitude to the imperial concubine!"
Shu Jin said calmly: "This is all the Holy Will. I did not do anything extra."
"Yes." Qi Guiren couldn't help but think to himself that the emperor still loved Hongshi, and the concubine was just following the trend and being a good person as usual.
Shu Jin added: "If there is nothing else, Mr. Qi, please step aside."
Qi Guiren couldn't help but feel anxious and couldn't help but said: "My dear concubine, you see... Hongshi is about to marry Fujin, and she is still Dong E's princess. However, I am still just a nobleman. What will happen to my concubine then?"
Do you have the nerve to drink tea from your daughter-in-law?"
Shu Jin couldn't help but tell the truth, "Do you have the nerve to drink tea from your daughter-in-law? It's none of my business?!"
If I give you three points of color, you dare to open a dyeing workshop!
Concubine Mao said coldly: "Since you feel shameless, then don't drink it!" - With this kind of behavior, you are not worthy of drinking this cup of tea in the first place! Such a mother-in-law in Dong E's Princess stall is really pitiful
!
Qi Guiren's old face flushed, "Concubine Mao, you——"
Shu Jin was so confused that he raised his hand and said: "Okay, Mr. Qi, this matter is not under my control, so please step aside!"
Qi Guiren was so angry that he stamped his feet. Concubine Yu, a "good old lady", was just showing off!
"Concubine, please leave!" Qi Guiren immediately lost his temper, hurriedly blessed himself, and walked away.
Concubine Mao saw this and was so angry that her eyes were rounded, "What a noble Qi, he dares to even shake the concubine's face! She has gone against the grain!!"
Concubine Mi also frowned: "This noble Qi is really rude! The concubine's kindness to her is in vain!"
Shu Jin is not angry, Qi Guiren is such a thing, how do you expect her to be polite?
"Since she wants to be stupid, let her do it!" Shu Jin sneered softly.
Hearing these words, Concubine Mao felt a move in her heart. Yes, Qi Guiren still dared to think about reset - that would just teach her a lesson!