Chapter 72: It takes a thousand years to be a thief, but it takes a thousand years to be on guard against thieves

Nian Shilan was not at all surprised by what An Lingrong said about the Queen. In her mind, nothing the Queen did was surprising.

"But the Queen is still the Queen. Although we now know that she is behind all this, we don't have any more solid evidence. Even if these things are brought before the Emperor, with the Empress Dowager's protection, she will only be imprisoned for a few days at most. We must find the things that the Emperor cares about most and make him completely give up on her. Only then can we strike with certainty."

Nian Shilan analyzed the current situation clearly with everyone.

She knew very well that even if she was now favored by the Queen Mother, once the Queen was involved, the Queen Mother would definitely protect the Queen even if it was to maintain the honor of the Ulanara family.

"But now Huan'er is pregnant. Given the Queen's temperament, she will definitely find ways to harm the child. We can't defend ourselves against this."

Chen Meizhuang said the most important thing at the moment. Her child has been born and is a princess. In the eyes of the queen, she is not a big threat.

But Zhen Huan is different. She doesn't know the gender of the baby in her belly, and she is also favored by the emperor. All of these are threats to the queen.

"Sister Wan, there's something else I want to tell you. I don't know if I should tell you this."

When everyone was quiet, An Lingrong looked at Zhen Huan, seeming to want to say something but stopping herself.

"Lingrong, if you have something to say, just say it. Since we are sisters, there is no need to worry so much."

In fact, it is not An Lingrong's fault for being uncertain. It is just that Zhen Huan and Chun Chang seem to have a good relationship on weekdays. If she said that, it would seem like she is trying to sow discord between the two.

"Sister Wan, I know you have a good relationship with Concubine Chun, but I've seen Concubine Chun in the Queen's palace several times when I went to pay my respects to her. And I think her attitude towards the Queen isn't as innocent as we usually see her."

An Lingrong looked at Zhen Huan with a very sincere expression, but she was not as calm in her heart as she appeared. After all, she had no idea how much Zhen Huan would believe her words.

"Lingrong, thank you. I will pay attention to these."

It was impossible for Zhen Huan to say that she was not disappointed. After all, she really regarded Fang Chunyi as her own sister. It was just that what happened recently made her think more.

"Sister Wan, you have to be careful during this period. After all, you are pregnant now. If you are not careful, you will be hurt by others."

Nian Shilan also gave a few reminders. In her previous life, she didn't have much contact with Fang Chunyi and didn't take her seriously, so now she can only be more cautious.

Zhen Huan looked up at Nian Shilan and naturally understood what she meant.

It's just that a thief can only steal for a thousand years, but there's no way to guard against thieves for a thousand years. The Queen has no way to deal with it now, but if Fang Chunyi is the only one who wants to harm her, can't she deal with her?

Zhen Huan has good intentions towards others, but she also knows that sometimes this kindness cannot be excessive for no reason, otherwise it will put herself and her sisters in danger.

"Don't worry, my lady. I know what's going on."

"Mrs. An, I remember you gave Concubine Wan the spices you made before, right?"

"Don't worry, Concubine Hua, there is absolutely no problem with me sending Sister Wan some spices. I am willing to swear on this with my life."

An Lingrong was not too surprised when she heard Nian Shilan asking about spices. After all, Nian Shilan had been in the palace for many years and must be more cautious about these matters.

"Alright, I know what you're feeling right now, and I won't make things too difficult for you. Don't be so nervous."

Seeing An Lingrong's reserved attitude, Nian Shilan asked her to sit down and answer properly.

But with this, An Lingrong felt completely relieved. She knew that Nian Shilan believed in her now, and their goals were consistent.

"However, you must be more cautious in front of the Queen from now on. If she summons you alone, just act as usual. Her request will be granted for now."

Nian Shilan knew very well that the Queen would never let Zhen Huan go so easily, and now there was also Fang Chunyi.

Thinking of this little character whom she did not take seriously, Nian Shilan raised a sarcastic smile at the corner of her mouth.

Did she think that with the Queen's support behind her, she could gain the Emperor's favor and replace others' positions? She didn't even consider what kind of person the Queen was. How could the Emperor care about other women like this?

After finishing this topic, they chatted for a long time and left after having dinner at Suiyuxuan.

"My Lady, the General should be back soon, right?"

After returning to Yiku Palace, Songzhi thought about what she had heard from the palace servants two days ago, and after thinking about it, she asked.

"Yes, my brother wrote to say that the battle in the northwest was a success and that he would be leaving for Beijing in a few days. According to the schedule, he might be on his way by now."

Nian Shilan thought of her brother whom she had not seen for a long time and felt as if he were still alive. Only she knew very well that she had not seen her family for two lifetimes.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty! After the General returns, the Emperor will surely place even greater value on our Nian family. Your Majesty's status in the palace will only grow higher and higher."

Songzhi was really happy for her young lady. She knew very well how hard it was for Nian Shilan to accompany the emperor for so many years. Now that the general was in the capital, the queen didn't have to worry so much anymore.

"Songzhi, I've said before that the Nian family is a vassal of the imperial family. My brother's battles on the battlefield are his duties as a vassal. They must not be attributed to the Nian family's achievements. You must never say such things carelessly again."

Nian Shilan's expression became very serious at this moment.

She has been reborn in order to protect the Nian family and to advise her brother not to be proud of his achievements in front of the emperor like he did in his previous life.

"Yes, I remember it."

Songzhi quickly agreed. How could she forget the Empress's previous instructions? Although she didn't know why the Empress suddenly became so cautious, Songzhi knew very well that no matter what her master did, she must have her own reasons.

Nian Shilan waved her hand to let Songzhi go first, and sat there in deep thought for a long time.

Her brother is about to come back, and she needs to think carefully about how to explain to her brother the current situation of their Nian family.

"Hua'e Niang, Hua'e Niang."

Just as she was thinking, a soft voice came from outside the house, and soon Princess Shuhe ran in.

"Oh, it's Shuhe. Why are you here instead of going out to play?"

Nian Shilan stood up and took the hand of Princess Shuhe who ran in.

Originally, she decided to raise Shuhe by her side, mainly because she wanted to get closer to Xin Changzai. However, she didn't expect that Shuhe was such a lovable child, and she really fell in love with this girl.

"This child, as soon as he heard that you were back, he rushed over and said that he hadn't seen you for a long time and missed you very much."

Xin Changzai, who followed Princess Shuhe in, bowed to Nian Shilan and explained with a smile on her face.

Now the distance between her and Nian Shilan is less, and she believes that Nian Shilan treats her daughter sincerely, so she is naturally very grateful.