On second thought, that means the Emperor of Japan is not in the palace.
She sat up, a hint of amusement in her eyes.
The day has finally come.
"Go and send a message to Consort Xian, saying that I am really bored and would like to see her," Linghu Ning instructed Chan'er.
Chan'er was a little confused, but she still quickly went to deliver the message.
Before long, Consort Xian arrived. She no longer harbored the same hostility towards Linghu Ning and seemed to be in a good mood: "Did the Noble Consort summon me?"
"I wish to see the Empress."
"The Empress?" Consort Xian asked in surprise.
The harem was managed by Consort Xian, and the Empress was confined to her quarters and not allowed to be visited by anyone. Without Consort Xian's permission, she really wouldn't be able to see the Empress.
Linghu Ning said, "I still have some unresolved grievances with the Empress."
Upon hearing this, Consort Xian immediately understood and said with a smile, "Since it is Your Highness's order, I will certainly make the arrangements. How about noon?"
"I would also like to see the old lady of the Marquis of Zhenbei."
"This..." Consort Xian's face immediately showed difficulty: "The old lady of the Marquis of Zhenbei is still in prison. I'm afraid I'm willing but unable to help."
"The old lady of the Marquis of Zhenbei is highly respected and holds a pardon. If this pardon can only protect one person, Consort Xian, who do you think you should protect? Consort Xian, if anything happens, I will take full responsibility."
Consort Xian was waiting for these words. She was hoping that Linghu Ning would do something extreme in a moment of impulsiveness. She gritted her teeth and said, "Your Highness, please allow me to make some arrangements."
"Thank you, Consort Xian."
"Your Highness is too kind."
The two chatted for a few more minutes before Consort Xian left with a smile.
Consort Xian was extremely efficient. Two hours later, she sent her personal maid with a plate of pastries. The maid whispered, "Your Highness, Consort Xian instructed that these are the Empress's favorite pastries, and she would be grateful if you could deliver them in person."
"Thank you." Linghu Ning accepted the snacks herself.
When she returned to the room, Chan'er dressed her up in her finest attire, making her wear the clothes befitting a concubine, and adorned her temples with heavy, golden phoenix hairpins.
Elegant and graceful, charming and captivating.
Absolutely gorgeous!
Linghu Ning personally pushed open the main gate of the palace, stood at the entrance with a gentle smile on her face, stepped into the hall, and looked around before seeing the Empress sitting at the table copying scriptures.
The Empress narrowed her eyes upon hearing the noise, gave a cold snort, and then lowered her head to continue copying the scriptures, ignoring Linghu Ning.
Seeing this, Linghu Ning wasn't angry at all. She sat down in the chair, poured herself a cup of tea, and then sneered when she saw the tea leaves.
It turned out to be the precious nectar of Mengding.
Tsk!
It seems that the Queen's life under house arrest was much more relaxed than she had imagined.
They didn't skimp on food, drink, or other necessities.
The Emperor of Japan's confinement of the Empress was merely for show; after all, the Emperor of Japan still needed the support of the Marquis of Zhenbei's mansion.
Linghu Ning took a deep breath. The reason she had stayed in Dongying for so long was because the Empress and the Zhenbei Marquis's mansion were still there.
"The Imperial Concubine is still so ill-mannered, not even knowing to bow to me," the Empress mocked, putting down her pen and taking out a clean sheet of paper to continue writing.
Linghu Ning rose and said, "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to Your Majesty. May Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Seeing how obedient she was, the Empress raised her eyebrows in surprise. Then, looking at Linghu Ning's attire, her eyes turned slightly cold: "Did the Imperial Concubine come to my palace to show off? It seems that His Majesty has been very kind to the Imperial Concubine lately, and the Imperial Concubine's complexion is much better than before."
Without her saying anything, Linghu Ning stood up straight, still smiling, and said, "Your Majesty, I have been ordered to visit the Empress."
He emphasized the words "on orders" very deeply.
The Empress frowned, her pen trembled, and she lost all interest in copying the scriptures. She put the dry vinegar down and stared intently at Linghu Ning.
"I've come to advise Your Majesty to make a decision sooner rather than later. Although the old lady of the Marquis of Zhenbei has a pardon, she is getting on in years. If the two princes are to be associated with such a maternal grandfather, His Majesty will be disgusted with her." Linghu Ning approached the Empress, glanced at the crooked and obviously messy writing on the table, and her smile deepened.
The Empress was furious: "You vile woman, what have you done now?"
Linghu Ning raised her hand and ordered someone to bring up some pastries. A plate of plum blossom pastries was placed in front of her, and the Empress was stunned.
Plum blossom pastry is her favorite. When she was young, she and the Emperor of Japan picked up plum blossoms together and made plum blossom pastry together.
She would never eat food prepared by other people.
It's been a long time since I've had plum blossom pastries.
"His Majesty said that as husband and wife, you should not put him in a difficult position, and he will give you the respect you deserve," Linghu Ning said.
The empress was suddenly stunned.
"Nonsense! I absolutely do not believe that the Emperor is so cold-hearted. You must be gossiping behind my back. I must see the Emperor today!" The Empress lost her composure and rushed out past Linghu Ning.
A large figure suddenly appeared at the doorway.
The Empress breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing the visitor: "Fourth Prince, it's just in time for you to come. Your brother and I were married young. The Marquis of Zhenbei's family was framed. He promised me that he would find evidence to clear the Marquis of Zhenbei's name. I'm going to see the Emperor!"
Upon hearing this, Linghu Ning couldn't help but sneer. So, the Japanese emperor's imprisonment of the empress was just for show.
She slowly turned around, raised her head, and met Xuan Yuan Chen's gaze without flinching.
Xuanyuan Chen's eyes held a complex expression.
"She must be bewitching the Emperor, Fourth Prince! Arrest her immediately and bring her with you to see the Emperor," the Empress said.
Linghu Ning watched, her palms damp with a fine sheen of sweat. She wasn't sure if Xuan Yuan Chen would definitely be on her side.
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