Chapter 84 The Legend of Zhen Huan, Nian Shilan 22

"I can still refer to myself as 'your subject' now, but it's uncertain whether I can continue to do so after the imperial decree conferring me the title of imperial concubine. I will report today's events to His Majesty truthfully."

Nian Shilan glanced at the two blue velvet flowers and the small white silk flower on Qingying's head, and scolded her with an even more disgusted expression.

"Plucking those two blue flowers from your hair! What's with those tiny white flowers? Are you afraid we'll see them? Look at me, and then look at your wife, concubine, and princess behind you!"

"Who isn't just wearing a white flower in their hair? You think you're so vain, so vain? Guards, take Qing Gege away to redo her makeup, and remove her nail guards too!"

A palace maid stepped out from behind Songzhi and walked to Qinggege's side, saying, "Qinggege, let's go."

After Qinggege left, the air in the side hall became much fresher, though this was largely due to Nian Shilan's psychological effect.

"Aunt, please don't be angry. Please have your meal," Nian Jiashuran coaxed sweetly.

"Why should I get angry over someone like that? It's my health that will be harmed, not hers." Although Nian Shilan said this, her expression was not convincing at all.

"Yes, yes, it's not worth getting angry over Qing Gege, so Aunt, can you please enjoy your meal now?"

"Why are you speaking to me in such a childish tone? I am your aunt, and I won't fall for that!" Nian Shilan retorted stubbornly.

"Zhou Ninghai, have someone bring some stools over so everyone can sit down and eat together. We're all very tired, so don't stand. We'll be kneeling for a long time afterward. Your Highness, please sit next to me."

"Yes, thank you for your grace, Empress Dowager," the concubines curtsied in unison.

The Emperor officially ascended the throne, and Nian Shilan became the Empress Dowager. Princess Consort Fucha Langhua of Prince Bao also became the Empress of the Qing Dynasty.

At Nian Shilan's suggestion, Li Jingui of the Rehe Imperial Palace first became the late emperor's Consort Xi, and then was posthumously honored as the Empress Dowager.

This decision made Hongli even more filial and respectful towards her.

The ranks of the concubines were determined by the Empress. Nian Shilan looked at them and had no complaints, so she agreed. Afterwards, the Emperor issued an imperial edict.

Consort Nianjia was granted the title of Imperial Noble Consort Jin and was granted residence in Yikun Palace; Consort Gao was granted the title of Imperial Concubine Hui and was granted residence in Xianfu Palace; Consort Fucha was granted the title of Imperial Concubine Zhe and was granted residence in Chuxiu Palace.

Princess Ulanara was granted the title of Noble Lady Xian and given residence in Jingren Palace, while Princess Su was granted the title of Noble Lady Chun and given residence in Zhongcui Palace.

Princess Jin was granted the title of Noble Lady Jia and was granted residence in Qixiang Palace. Princess Keliye was granted the title of Attendant Lady Hai and was granted residence in Yanxi Palace.

Although Qingying was the niece of the deposed empress, she was still able to be granted the rank of concubine because of the closer relationship with the late Empress Chun Yuan.

However, he made a mistake by cleverly serving Nian Shilan ham and chicken soup during the late emperor's funeral, and in the end, he only received the rank of Noble Lady.

As for Nian Jiashuran's palace, it was Nian Shilan who specifically mentioned it to the Empress. Her Yikun Palace is currently the most magnificent of the twelve palaces.

Since it will benefit some concubine in the future anyway, it's better to let my good niece benefit from it.

The imperial concubines and consorts moved into Shou Kang Palace and Shou An Palace, while Nian Shilan naturally moved into Ci Ning Palace, bringing her friend, Imperial Noble Consort Li, along with her.

Although Shou Kang Palace and Ci Ning Palace are close to each other, Ci Ning Palace is much more spacious! It's more lively with more people; perhaps people just enjoy being around others as they get older.

She used to be quite happy living alone in Yikun Palace, but now she doesn't want to live alone in Cining Palace.

After the Fifth Prince established his own residence, Consort Yu was brought back to the Fifth Prince's residence to be cared for.

Not long after the Third Prince was adopted, he died in depression, and Consort Qi naturally had to live in Shou Kang Palace with the other consorts.