It must be said that compared to the "Humble Palace" where they first settled upon entering the palace, this was quite a change.

The decoration and furnishings of the Yonghe Temple have been upgraded to a much higher level.

Originally, we shouldn't have made such a comparison, since at that time Feng Ling'er was just a minor official of the seventh rank.

Now, she is the highest-ranking concubine below the four imperial consorts.

Upon entering the main hall, Hua Rong discovered that her master was not only Feng Ling'er, but also the old emperor.

She and the old emperor exchanged a glance, then she knelt down.

"Greetings to His Majesty, may His Majesty enjoy boundless blessings and peace. Greetings to Consort Chongyuan, may Your Majesty be well!"

Wanxiang simply bowed and stood behind Fengling'er.

The old emperor is over fifty years old this year, but he is very well-maintained and still looks like a dashing gentleman.

Coupled with the dignified demeanor he has cultivated over the years, it must be said that he is quite charming.

No wonder Feng Ling'er thought that a girl of sixteen or seventeen would want to climb the social ladder.

hehe.

This wind chime still doesn't understand her. Even if she wanted to eat cured pork, she wouldn't choose such a piece that's too tough to chew.

His sons were all exceptionally handsome men.

She must be blind to even look at an old cucumber!

"Get up," said the old emperor.

Neither Hua Rong nor Feng Ling'er noticed the slight twitching on the old emperor's face the moment Hua Rong knelt down.

When Feng Ling'er heard the old emperor speak, she couldn't help but grit her teeth.

He silently cursed himself for being stupid.

This little slut has clearly been having an affair with His Majesty for a long time.

Otherwise, why would His Majesty, who is usually aloof and noble, care whether a little palace maid kneels or not!

"Wind chime, oh wind chime, you're actually thinking of giving this little bitch a chance! You're really too kind!"

After cursing herself in her heart, Feng Ling'er smiled and said to Hua Rong, "Rongrong, get up quickly."

"Thank you, Your Majesty and Your Highness."

Hua Rong got up without ceremony and stood there meekly with her head down.

Seeing how obedient Hua Rong was, the old emperor's brow twitched several times.

This person is really good at pretending; she made him think she was just an ordinary palace maid!

"Rongrong, do you know why I called you here today?"

Hua Rong raised her head and looked at Feng Ling'er.

Although the other person was surprised that she stared directly at her so boldly, they didn't think much of it.

I just think that this little bitch was really good at acting before.

She had previously told Hua Rong not to be too polite with her, but Hua Rong still strictly adhered to the relationship between master and servant and never overstepped the bounds.

That's why she treated her differently back then.

However, she underestimated the insufficiency of human nature.

Unexpectedly, Hua Rong was no different from those other vain people, actually coveting the Emperor!

"This servant does not know, please explain, Your Highness."

"Yes, I'm also curious. Why did you summon me here in such a hurry?"

"Your Majesty, is it because I miss you?"

Wind chimes spare no effort in showcasing their charm.

The old emperor's expression stiffened slightly, and he secretly glanced at Hua Rong again.

At any other time, he would naturally be happy to enjoy the blessing of having a beautiful woman in his arms.

But I always felt awkward around Hua Rong.

He coughed lightly and pushed Feng Ling'er aside: "My beloved concubine, please speak quickly."

Feng Ling'er naturally had no idea what the old emperor was thinking.

She only noticed the old emperor glancing at Hua Rong and assumed that Hua Rong had really seduced the emperor behind her back.

Instantly, his fingernails dug into his palm!

You bitch!

What a little bitch!

Now, she has long forgotten the help that Zhong Huarong from Feng Mansion and Gong Zhonghua gave her.

She felt that Hua Rong was trying to compete with her for the old emperor's favor.

I really wish I could have Hua Rong dragged out and beaten to death on the spot!

However... no!

Hua Rong has already made his name known to the Emperor.

If the Emperor finds out she beat that vile woman to death, who knows what he'll think of her!

She's not like her jealous older sister; she knows what's most important.

Then I remembered my own idea, and I immediately felt much better!

“Rongrong, you’ve been with me for over ten years. Now that I have the Emperor’s favor, I can’t bear to see you all alone.”

As she spoke, she took the old emperor's arm and stammered, "Your Majesty, of all the people who have served me best over the years, Rongrong is the one I have served most diligently. Therefore, I dare to suggest bestowing Rongrong upon His Highness the Crown Prince—"

"no!"

Before Hua Rong could speak, the old emperor stood up excitedly, his face darkening.

Feng Ling'er's face went numb.

She then realized that she seemed to have underestimated the Emperor's feelings for Hua Rong!

"Your Majesty, please rest assured. I will not beg for the title of Crown Princess or any concubine. To be a concubine of the Crown Prince would be an honor for me!"

In Feng Ling'er's eyes now, the old emperor and Hua Rong must be colluding together.

However, she naturally wouldn't point it out, lest she embarrass the Emperor and make the vile woman gloat.

Hua Rong: "..."

Your Majesty, what you're saying now isn't for my sake.

The old emperor also realized that he seemed to have overreacted.

But he bestowed the glory upon his treacherous sons.

Haha, that's impossible!

"Your Majesty, Hua Rong only wishes to serve you for the rest of her life and does not wish to marry."

Hua Rong knelt down and spoke.

Seeing that the Emperor did not speak, Feng Ling'er couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Upon hearing Hua Rong's words, they quickly went to help her up.

However, the moment he grasped Hua Rong's hand, his fingernail dug in.

Hua Rong had no intention of being tortured. She forcefully pulled her hand back and even took a step back.

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