Bi Tong was afraid and dared not agree. The Empress raised her hand slightly and beckoned Bi Tong to her side, saying softly, "I like obedient and sensible people very much. Since you have helped me, I will naturally not treat you unfairly. Later, I will bring you to Jingren Palace to serve me together with Ling Xiu. What do you think?"

Bitong was overjoyed and knelt down, no longer caring about the danger. She was filled with anticipation that she could help the Empress monitor Fucha, just like Lingxiu.

After Bi Tong left, Ling Xiu glanced sideways and said angrily, "She really is insatiable..."

The Empress laughed and said, "Desire leads to seeking, and seeking leads to being exploited!" After saying that, she recalled that Fucha had promised her that she would make Hongshi gain the attention of the Fourth Prince. However, after a few days, Fucha was also promoted to the rank of Noble Lady, but Fucha did not explain what her method was.

The Empress sent Lingxiu to invite Lady Fucha, wanting to ask her personally.

When Lady Fucha arrived at Jingren Palace, she first respectfully knelt and bowed to the Empress, calling out "Long live the Empress!" three times before slowly rising. The Empress noticed that Lady Fucha had changed a lot in the few days since she last saw her. Not only did she look radiant, but her clothes were also brand new. So she smiled and said, "It seems that Lady Fucha is quite satisfied with her position as a Noble Lady. In your joy, do you still remember the promise you made to me?"

Empress Fucha was no fool; she naturally understood the Empress's intentions. She calmly sat down, refusing to speak directly: "Your Majesty, I have always been utterly loyal to you, and I know that all of this is a gift from Your Majesty. Naturally, I dare not forget it..."

The Empress ordered tea to be served, treating Lady Fucha with courtesy, and then asked, "I wonder if Lady Fucha has come up with any concrete solutions these past few days?"

Empress Fucha glanced at the Empress, whose anxiety was evident in her eyes. She then feigned worry and said, "Your Majesty is well aware that I have been troubled by Lady Nian's matter these past few days. Right now, Lady Nian and Lady Niohuru are the key figures. The matter concerning the Second Prince requires careful consideration and cannot be rushed..."

The Empress was furious, but she couldn't show it. She knew that Empress Fucha was using this to blackmail her, so she had no choice but to say, "You're right, but I've already written to the Duke of Ying, asking him to do his best to gather evidence of Nian Gengyao's wrongdoings. I'm sure it won't be long before someone in the court impeaches him..."

Empress Fucha's eyes gleamed with delight, and she exclaimed excitedly, "That's wonderful! As long as Your Majesty makes a move, my family will naturally lend a hand, and we'll wipe out the Nian family's power in one fell swoop..." Empress Fucha's excitement drew a slight scornful look from the Empress, who noticed it and quickly calmed down, smiling awkwardly, "It's my wish that Your Majesty could finally vent your hatred without any worries. I was just too excited..."

The Empress sneered, saying, "My worries aren't just about Lady Nian and Lady Niohuru, but also about my son Hongshi..."

Empress Fucha hurriedly smiled apologetically and whispered to the Empress, "Your Majesty, the reason why the Second Prince cannot stand out in front of the Emperor is mostly because Empress Niohuru has been whispering in his ear too much. If the Second Prince can do something that makes the Emperor look at him in a new light, the Emperor will naturally understand that his sons are not limited to Hongli. At that time, it will be much easier for the Emperor to change his mind than it is now..."

The Empress glanced sideways, suppressing her anger, and said, "I know this principle, but what can I do about it?"

Empress Fucha quickly interjected, mysteriously saying, "Your Majesty, please don't worry. Autumn is approaching, and winter is just around the corner. Famines are most likely to occur at this time of year, especially wherever there is a poor harvest..."