Chapter 203 The Legend of Zhen Huan: Guarjia Wenyuan 2

Changyin Pavilion —

The concubines stood behind their seats, and the Empress, having passed them all, sat in the center and began to speak:

"I invited my sisters to watch the play together today because the end of the year is fast approaching, and I believe everyone will miss home. Secondly, it's not like we're in Jingren Palace, where we can speak so formally."

The concubines bowed and flattered, saying, "Your Majesty's kindness will be forever remembered by us."

Empress: "Alright, everyone get up and watch the show."

"Thank you, Your Majesty the Empress."

After listening to the opera for more than an hour, Jingran suddenly walked into Changyin Pavilion.

Seeing Jingran walk to her side, Guarjia Wenyuan asked in confusion, "What's wrong?"

Jingran said in a low voice, "Your Highness, the Emperor has sent word that he wants to have dinner at Yanghe Hall."

Noticing the commotion on Guarjia Wenyuan's side, the Empress turned and asked, "Is there something you need, Consort Qi?"

Guarjia Wenyuan rose, bowed, and replied, "His Majesty has sent word that he will be having dinner with me in a little while."

Consort Qi said sourly, "Consort Qi is truly favored. Since entering the palace, you have been the one who has accompanied the emperor the most."

Guarjia Wenyuan smiled faintly, "It is the Emperor's favor that is bestowed upon me."

"Sigh." Consort Qi sighed dramatically, "How can I not show her favor? Consort Qi's appearance makes us all seem rather ordinary."

"It's a pity I don't have a face as beautiful as yours, which made the Emperor run to Changchun Palace."

"Consort Qi!" the Empress rebuked sharply, "His Majesty is wise and mighty, how could he be bewitched by beauty? You have spoken out of turn!"

Consort Qi immediately knelt down to beg for forgiveness, "Your Majesty, please forgive me, I will never dare to say such things again."

"There must not be a next time." After reprimanding Consort Qi, the Empress looked at Guarjia Wenyuan, "Since His Majesty is going to the Yanghe Hall for a meal, Consort Qi should go back and prepare."

"Thank you, Your Majesty. This concubine takes her leave."

Guarjia Wenyuan looked like a sullen, resentful person who dared not say a word because of Consort Qi's high rank.

After performing the ceremony, he hurriedly left the hall, his footsteps revealing a hint of anger.

Seeing the fast-paced Guarjia Wenyuan ahead, Jingtai and Jingran called out as they chased after him, "My lady, please slow down."

Hearing the shout, Guarjia Wenyuan stopped in her tracks, clutching the handkerchief in her hand in frustration.

Seeing the two catch up to her, Guarjia Wenyuan said, "It's clearly because you two are walking slowly!"

"Yes, yes, it's because we were a little slow. Please wait for us, Your Highness," Jingran coaxed.

"Hmm." Guarjia Wenyuan raised her chin slightly and turned to walk towards Chuxiu Palace.

Neither of them mentioned what Consort Qi had just said, because they understood.

My little master has a terrible memory; if I don't mention it, she forgets it quickly, but if I do, she gets angry again.

Back at Chuxiu Palace, Guarjia Wenyuan was no longer angry and smiled again.

Although Guarjia Wenyuan was only a Noble Lady, she was favored by the Emperor, so she also had her own small kitchen, which the Emperor permitted.

Jingtai went to the small kitchen to arrange dinner for the evening, while Jingran tidied up Guarjia Wenyuan's makeup and hair.

"His Majesty has arrived."

Guarjia Wenyuan curtsied and said, "This concubine greets Your Majesty. May Your Majesty enjoy ten thousand years of good fortune and peace."

"Get up."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Guarjia Wenyuan stood up.

The Emperor sat down at the dining table, where a dazzling array of steaming dishes filled the air with their enticing aroma.

"So lavish?" The Emperor's eyes lit up with a smile as he looked at the meal on the table.

"Since His Majesty is dining here, I, your concubine, must prepare a sumptuous meal," Guarjia Wenyuan said with a charming smile, her eyes sparkling like stars.