Chapter 38: Worrying about Gains and Losses

Look at Concubine Feng’s expression…

Several servants were a little surprised. Madam Song asked carefully, "Your Highness seems to be worried about something. Can you tell us about it?"

Concubine Feng turned her head to look at the case next to her. There were several invitations on the silver tray.

These are the ones handed over to me from the back houses of various mansions. I don’t know how many there are in the study rooms in the front!

Plus...the beautiful Miss Zhou Jiu.

I'm afraid most people have only one goal: to become a princess.

Thinking of this, she said absentmindedly: "This time when the prince comes back... I'm afraid he will marry a new princess."

Several people in the room looked at each other solemnly. After a while, Chun Man advised, "My queen, you gave birth to the prince's only son. You have been in charge of the harem for so many years without any mistakes. I think... it is possible that the prince will make you his principal wife."

"Yes, Madam!" Mother Song nodded. "If you are worried that your family background is not good enough... But to put it bluntly, if you go by your family background, it would be difficult for you to become a concubine! But the prince is willing, didn't he apply for it for you?"

"Yes, yes, no matter what else, we want our Brother Xu to have a good background. Supporting you as the legitimate heir is the most effective way! He is the prince's only son!" Xia Hua also said.

Concubine Feng agreed with this the most. She even thought: The prince has been away all these years. This time he has been away for more than two years, and he has fought several major battles. If it is true... then this palace will belong to her son.

But she would never say this, "Don't talk nonsense, you are overstepping the line."

"My queen, how outstanding was the previous Princess Zhou?" Mother Song was still analyzing: "But, she never entered our prince's heart. With the prince's status, what kind of lady from a noble family could he want? Didn't he find one?"

"In our backyard, there are those who grew up with the prince, there are stunning beauties, and Concubine Tian also has business matters with the prince. But the one the prince values ​​the most is you!" Chunman added.

"I'm afraid... the trouble will come from this!" Concubine Feng smiled bitterly: "If a princess with a good family came and gave birth to a son, would she be able to accommodate me? Not to mention the right to be a housekeeper..."

"Empress, when the prince comes back, you should push Xu'er to the front! You are already this old, and the prince has only one son, he will definitely cherish him. Xu'er holds you with his left hand and the prince with his right hand, aren't they a family?" Mother Song suggested beautifully.

"Mother Song is right! Look, Madam, you have a close relationship with the prince and you have a son. The chief steward of the mansion respects you, and the stewards obey your orders! If there are families who want to marry their daughters into the family, they will give up the idea after hearing this!"

"That's right! Besides, there are still a few servants here, keeping the house under strict control!"

"Okay! I'm counting on you..." Concubine Feng smiled. She was very generous to these people. It wasn't her own money!

As she was speaking, someone announced, "Your Majesty, Aunt Zhao wants to see you!"

Concubine Feng was not surprised that this person would come. But she still frowned, and quickly let go, saying with a smile: "Please invite Aunt Zhao in!"

A woman in her fifties walked in, dressed low-key yet elegantly from head to toe.

The way she walked... her upper body was not shaking, and her steps were small and light, she didn't look like someone of her age at all!

She looks ordinary, but as long as she smiles, people will feel good about her: "Greetings, Madam Concubine!" She is very elegant in her etiquette.

Chunman had already stood behind Concubine Feng, pretending to help her put on her hairpin.

So, Concubine Feng sat still and said with a smile: "Madam Zhao! Why do we have to be so polite? I am putting on my jewelry now, so it is not convenient for me to get up to greet you!"

Madam Zhao said respectfully: "Zhao Hui appreciates the good intentions of the Concubine. But etiquette cannot be abandoned!"

"You're welcome, Ma'am. Please take a seat!"

"Thank you, Concubine. Zhao Hui is here because she has something to ask of her. She is sorry to bother you for a moment."

"Madam Zhao, please speak!"

"Are the herbs for the bath that Doctor Huang prescribed for the prince kept by the Concubine?"

"Yes!" Concubine Feng nodded gently.

"The prince needs to be taken care of after returning, a medicinal bath is the best choice. The medicine needs to be boiled for two hours! Zhao Hui is here..."

Concubine Feng interrupted her with a smile: "I have already thought of what you said. The medicine is in the kitchen in the west wing of the main courtyard. I have already told the servants. There are also hot compress bags! Doctor Chen is also on standby in front. When the prince arrives home, please check his pulse immediately."

"The Concubine is so thoughtful!"

"It's Mammy who's thoughtful... Is there anything else?"

"That's all."

"Oh. Well... I still need to check the inventory and arrange the dinner. So... how about Nanny Zhao stay and have dinner with the prince?!"

"Thank you for your consideration, Concubine. The prince has just returned and must have a lot of things to do. It is also a day for the family to reunite, so Zhao Hui will not disturb you any more."

"Well... then Madam, go and get busy first!" Concubine Feng kept smiling.

"Zhao Hui, take your leave!" Nanny Zhao bowed and left.

The smile on Concubine Feng's face faded and she glanced at Mother Song.

Just now, Mother Song had been looking cold, but when she saw Concubine Feng's gesture, she immediately gave Xia Hua a few instructions, and Xia Hua left. Then she said unhappily, "She really doesn't mind being tired! Do she still need to take care of these things?"

"She has taken care of the prince for so many years that it has become a habit!" Concubine Feng said lightly.

"Yes, I only care about the prince!" Chunman said bitterly: "When the prince is not at home, I don't even come! When I see the queen, I still try to be aggressive..."

Concubine Feng couldn't help but secretly hate: This person is so annoying, calling her "Concubine Madam" all the time.

It was as if she was only afraid that she would take over the other's nest and become the de facto princess!

"You guys always forget that I have a rank!" Concubine Feng's tone was not very good: "My husband and son are officials. My son-in-law is one step away from becoming the chief steward of the palace. My twin grandsons are the favorites of the prince. The whole family depends on the prince for a living, and the prince trusts her very much. Just now, the faces of you guys... Don't think she can't see it! Let me tell you: if she wants to find fault, she doesn't have to bother, she can find it easily. When she punishes you, I can't stop you!"

Chun Man looked incredulous: "Are you kidding, Madam?! No matter how much the prince trusts her, he is not as trustworthy as you! This palace is your home! It is our eldest son's home! She? What does she do?"

"That's right! We belong to the Queen and the palace. It's not her turn to reward or punish us! I thought it was the past! If she dares to meddle in other people's business, we'll see who will lose face!"

Although these words were to her liking, Concubine Feng still thought silently: I have had it too easy these years!

The prince is often not at home, and without a princess, I am the boss!

I am used to living a life of luxury and having my way with you.

The pleasure of holding power and the expectation of becoming a noble mother through her son made her unconsciously... forget the past.

But as soon as I see Aunt Zhao, I will think of her!

I feel like I’m not good enough…

(End of this chapter)