"Sister, I came by chance. I happened to run into your good fortune, and I can also share in your happiness!"
After adjusting her facial expression, Concubine Wen walked into the main entrance of Sangyuxuan with a smile and congratulated Wei Shuyi.
In Wei Shuyi's mind, this person was a smiling tiger. No matter how polite and sincere he appeared to be in front of others, he could turn against him at any time and cause trouble for others.
But now was not the time to lose her temper, she could only choose to be patient: "Why is my sister here? Some time ago, you stayed in the Yanxi Palace and didn't go out. I thought..."
"Sister, please don't misunderstand me!" Noble Lady Wen hurriedly explained, "I'm actually trying every possible way to help you out! But my eldest sister seems determined to target you. So, no matter what I say or do, it's useless. Please don't blame me, sister!"
Wei Shuyi certainly knew that these were just polite words.
Originally, seeing that she had fallen out of favor, he was afraid that frequent visits would arouse the emperor's dislike, so he was anxious to avoid suspicion. Now that he found the situation had reversed, he was busy showing his courtesy again. How hateful!
She deliberately frowned, sitting aside and casually flipping through a book. "Sister, just tell the truth. I understand. Back then, your situation wasn't very good either. With the Imperial Concubine standing in the way, we were ultimately second-rate. Interceding for me, helping me out, was invisibly stepping into the abyss. You have concerns, and I understand."
Noble Lady Wen originally wanted to brush it off, but after hearing her say so, she had no choice but to take over the conversation.
"Sister, I'm glad you can understand me. You know, I was almost poisoned to death by my elder sister. When one plan failed, she came up with another, and actually sent assassins to kill me! At the time, I thought, for the time being, I should play it safe. Once the prince is safely landed, I'll have a weapon to rely on. Then, after I defeat my elder sister, I can help you. Wouldn't that be easy? But I thought my sister was too weak. Before I could take action, she had already escaped from the shackles."
Wei Shuyi also responded half-heartedly, "It's good to talk it out like this. We are on the same front and there can't be any estrangement. Now that your health is getting worse, if there is anything, just send Mu Tao to inform me. I can go back and forth. As for you, you have to stay in Yanxi Palace and rest assured to take care of your pregnancy. You are right, the royal heir is the best weapon to deal with the imperial concubine. After all, she has no descendants."
She sounded like she was stating a fact, but also like she was uttering a curse.
The real murderer who hurt her daughter should be left without any descendants and die in torture, and should never be able to enjoy a happy and peaceful life!
Noble Lady Wen was frightened by the fierceness that inadvertently flashed in her eyes: "Sister, what's wrong with you? Are you thinking of something unhappy?"
"No." Wei Shuyi sighed faintly, "I just think that some people are really lucky. The number one and number two in the world both admire her, protect her, and indulge her misdeeds. We, as for us, must learn to protect ourselves and then fight back when the time is right. What do you think?"
"Sister, you are absolutely right. I came here today just to tell you some secret news."
This was the Qu Yuexi she knew.
When making an apology, one must always be sincere, rather than just trying to move on from the matter with verbal comfort.
Wei Shuyi asked with interest, "What news?"
"One is about my eldest sister's present. The other is about her future. Which one do you want to hear first?"
"You're still keeping me in suspense! Then tell me in order!"
Noblewoman Wen pursed her lips and chuckled softly, "Sister, I heard that on that rainy night, the Emperor was about to go to Chengqian Palace, but you intercepted him. My eldest sister was furious, but she didn't dare to make it public, so she had to grit her teeth and congratulate you. If you can press on and force her to retreat, she won't have any extra time to deal with you."
Is this a hint?
Could it be that Concubine Jin has made some small moves and was discovered by the spies planted in the palace?
Wei Shuyi nodded slightly: "Thank you for the reminder, sister, please continue."
"Also, the Qixi Festival is approaching. My eldest sister has made all the preparations. I heard she even asked the Imperial Observatory to calculate the date and time. She's just waiting to have sex with the Emperor..." At this point, Noble Lady Wen smiled ambiguously, "She will definitely give birth to a healthy and long-lived prince!"
The word "longevity" hit Wei Shuyi's pain point hard!
Originally, her daughter had survived many trials and tribulations and was born healthy. However, due to the machinations of those people, she contracted an incurable disease and died before she was even a year old!
"The Imperial Preceptor has already gone to a remote county town to provide disaster relief, and he still has the mind to arrange for someone to tell the Imperial Concubine's fortune?"
Her words were sharp and sarcastic, causing Concubine Wen's smile to deepen. "Who doesn't know that, except for the few brought by Taoist Yu, all the people in the Imperial Observatory are disciples of the Imperial Master? There are many people in the Astrology Department who are willing to work for my elder sister. As for this time, we can disbelieve it, but we must be on guard. If my elder sister's dream really comes true, the position of Crown Prince of the Great Zhou Dynasty will be decided in advance!"
"The Empress's legitimate heir hasn't yet been born. Will it be her turn?" Wei Shuyi turned his head to the side and happened to see the blood lotus painting hanging on the wall. "The news my sister brought is very important. I will make arrangements in advance."
"Sister is smart, so I shouldn't tell her what to do. But there's one thing you need to learn from your mistakes: don't get into conflict with me in public. We aren't as blessed as she is, so showing weakness is a survival skill."
After Lady Wen left, Wen Yu leaned over and said, "Miss, I was listening nearby and felt that her last few words were too full of warnings. They didn't seem like something she had made up on the spur of the moment."
"She and Imperial Concubine Jin have lived in the same mansion for so many years, so naturally she understands her elder sister's character better." Wei Shuyi stood up tiredly and began to calculate the time. "I don't doubt her on this point. Imperial Concubine Jin is jealous, but she hides it perfectly. In front of others, she acts like Guanyin, saving the world. But behind the scenes, she contacts those masters who are fascinated by her and plots to harm her. She really clears herself of all charges!"
"What is the girl going to do?"
"There's still some time until Qixi Festival, so don't rush. Let's take care of tonight's affairs first."
Wen Yu asked suspiciously, "Miss, do you have anything to do tonight?"
"I heard from Jingning during the day that the Epiphyllum that Concubine Jin carefully cultivated is about to bloom, probably tonight. Using this as an excuse, she cordially invited the Emperor to come over and witness the spectacle."
"Yes, yes! I heard about it too!"
Wei Shuyi casually plucked a flower bud from the potted plant and said, "What would she think if the emperor agreed to her request but didn't go?"
Wen Yu looked at the crushed petals in astonishment and did not reply.
She seemed to feel that the person in front of her was deviating from the control of the Lianwang Mansion, and the speed of his growth was far beyond their expectations.
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