Chapter 54 Framed
The summer rainstorm finally stopped on the second day.
The dark clouds gradually faded away, the morning sun was bright, and the ground was filled with rosy clouds.
When Liu Yuetang woke up, it was already noon, and Xiao Heng was no longer by her side.
Hearing Liu Yuetang's movements, Liu Zheng hurried forward and lifted the curtain: "My lady is awake, are you still feeling uncomfortable?"
Liu Yuetang fixed her hair: "Much better."
She glanced at the sky and asked, "What time is it?"
"My lady, it's already late in the morning. The Emperor asked Eunuch Zhou to ask for leave from the Empress, so I didn't wake you up."
Liu Yuetang twitched the corners of her mouth.
This is a man. If he really cares about you, he will not just say it, but prove it with actions.
Liu Zheng smiled and helped Liu Yuetang up.
"I feel like the Emperor seems to be treating my lady differently now."
"Liu Zheng, if a man suddenly starts to treat you well, there are only two reasons: one is that he has become enlightened, and the other is that he is trying to make up for his inner guilt."
"It's impossible to make our emperor realize his mistake. It's simply that what I said the night before touched him, and he feels guilty about me."
The next day the sun was soft and the breeze was gentle.
On a whim, Concubine Yu invited the other concubines to enjoy the flowers together.
The branches are unrestrained, the light and shadows are mottled, and they fall sparsely on the clothes covered with clusters of flowers.
The Jade Concubine walked in the front, the tassels on her amethyst jade crown swaying gently, looking like broken gold, flowing and sparkling in the sunlight.
Concubine Rong was fascinated by the sight: "The jade crown on your Majesty's head is exquisitely carved, so luxurious and dazzling that I can't take my eyes off it."
Concubine Chu also echoed, "The pearls and jade on this hair crown are so extraordinary, I'm afraid it couldn't be made by the Imperial Household Department."
Concubine Yu raised her eyebrows slightly, her eyes full of pride, "Concubine Chu has a good eye."
She raised her hand to stroke the tassels hanging from her temples, smiling brightly: "This was presented as tribute a few days ago. The emperor said that I was the most suitable one in the palace, so he gave it to me as a reward."
Upon hearing this, Liu Yuetang couldn't help but think of a few days ago when Xiao Heng said he had a precious gift for her after leaving the court.
As the brocade box was opened, she discovered that it contained a dazzling pigeon-blood red hairpin.
Not to mention that it is not suitable for her position.
The pigeon blood stone alone is of the highest quality, bright red like blood, each grain shining brightly, without any impurities.
Xiao Heng said that since he couldn't take it with him at the moment, he would just put it there to enjoy the view.
It’s not too late to wear it when you have the chance in the future.
To be honest... our emperor really treats everyone equally.
"It's because Concubine Yu is deeply favored by the Emperor. Even if the concubines are favored, they have never seen such a fine thing, let alone worn it."
Concubine Yu smiled and said, "The Emperor's honor is not for everyone, especially for concubines of your low rank. You are not lucky enough to enjoy it."
As she spoke, she looked at Liu Yuetang sharply.
"Liu Cairen, am I right?"
Everyone's eyes fell on Liu Yuetang.
Liu Yuetang knew that today's garden party would not be peaceful.
She nodded in obedience: "Your Majesty is right. Your Majesty, the Jade Concubine is of noble status and is the most beautiful among all the beauties. I, a concubine, cannot compare to your blessings."
Seeing that she was quite well-behaved, Concubine Yu smiled with satisfaction.
He then turned his gaze to Concubine Mi, who was looking back at the cheerful Crown Prince Xiao Cheng'an.
"I heard that the eldest prince was scolded by the emperor yesterday for playing around."
"He's just a kid after all. He was scolded yesterday, but he's still having so much fun today."
Mi Fei heard the implication of Yu Fei's words and curled her lips slightly. "My sister has never raised a child before, so she doesn't know the innocence of this child. One moment he was crying, and the next he was so happy."
The smile on Concubine Yu's face froze, and she immediately covered her mouth with her handkerchief and smiled, "But the eldest prince is the eldest son after all. It's really beneath his dignity to be so naughty and playful."
"Look at what my sister said. It's a child's nature to love to play. The more lively and active a child is, the smarter he is. The duller a child is, the dumber he is."
As she spoke, she glanced at Concubine Chu, who had given birth to the Second Prince. Then she chuckled again, "Look at me... You've never had children. Why am I saying all this to you? You'll understand once you're lucky enough to give birth to an heir."
Concubine Yu was furious and clenched the handle of the fan in her hand.
Before she could get angry, Concubine Mi waved her round fan and said, "I am worried about An'er, so I won't accompany my sister to the garden."
After saying that, she turned around and walked towards Xiao Chengan.
Mingpin rolled her eyes at Mifei's back and snorted disdainfully, "Isn't it just the birth of a prince? You're so proud of yourself."
A cold glint flashed across Yu Fei's eyes. "Just wait and see. This tail is so high up that it will eventually break."
"Yulan, return to the palace."
Mi Fei touched her sore spot, and she no longer had the heart to visit the garden.
Mingpin glanced at the boring flowers and frowned unhappily: "The flowers are the same every year. Sisters, please go shopping. I will return to the palace for dinner."
So, all the concubines wanted to return to the palace.
Su Nanqing walked to Liu Yuetang's side and said, "Sister, go back and eat early. You have been weak recently and you must not go hungry."
Liu Yuetang nodded: "Okay, then I will return to the palace. Sister, please be careful on the road."
The two palaces are on the left and right, so they cannot walk together.
Over there, Concubine Mi sat on a stone bench and watched Xiao Cheng'an playing and having fun.
Under the setting sun, her smile was soft and warm, full of maternal radiance.
But when her eyes caught sight of a lilac dress, her smile froze instantly.
After a moment, Concubine Mi waved to Xiao Cheng'an: "An'er, come here."
Xiao Cheng'an quickly ran to her, his face flushed red, "Mother, what's wrong?"
Mi Fei lovingly wiped the sweat from his forehead and said, "An'er, what would you do if someone bullied your mother?"
"Your son will definitely avenge your mother and give her a punch."
Concubine Mi was quite pleased and said softly, "An'er, I don't need you to punch him. Do you remember what I told you last time?"
Xiao Chengan's eyes rolled around for a moment: "Remember."
Mi Fei smiled with satisfaction, leaned close to Xiao Cheng'an's ear, and whispered instructions.
Xiao Cheng'an listened carefully and finally nodded emphatically: "Don't worry, mother! I know what to do."
"My dear child." Concubine Mi reached out and rubbed Xiao Cheng'an's head, looking at Liu Yuetang with a sinister and dangerous look.
Liu Yuetang, you will have to pay the price if you offend me.
Didn’t you trick the emperor into neglecting me?
I will let you see clearly now: who is more important to the emperor, you or his son?
"Maybe it's because Liuyin Palace hasn't been occupied for a long time. I can't help but smell something. Let's go pick some gardenias up front and plant them in the palace."
Upon hearing this, Liu Zheng quickly agreed: "Okay, I also like the scent of gardenias the most, ah..."
Hearing Liu Zheng's scream, Liu Yuetang turned around in horror, only to see a young child suddenly falling towards her.
There were dozens of steps under his feet. If he fell accidentally, even if he didn't break any bones, he would inevitably get his skin scraped.
Liu Yuetang subconsciously reached out to support him, but the little man in his arms pushed him hard, and then he fell down.
Liu Yuetang bumped into the rockery beside her. She endured the headache and stood firm.
Looking down, he could clearly see that it was the eldest prince Xiao Cheng'an.
Rather than using the word "fall", it would be better to describe it as "sitting".
He was sitting on the stairs, but he only slipped two steps before falling to the ground.
Liu Yuetang suddenly had a very bad premonition!
Looking back, as expected, Concubine Mi came quickly, calling out anxiously, "An'er."
Xiao Cheng'an raised his bright eyes and was slightly stunned when he saw the familiar face in front of him.
"It's you...Liu Cairen?"
Mi Fei walked to Liu Yuetang and slapped her hard in the face.
The slap came so fast that no one could react.
She shouted angrily, "Bitch! How dare you push An'er down the stairs?"
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