Chapter 4 Promotion of Talent
As soon as he arrived at Chengming Palace, Liang Yao, the chief eunuch in front of the emperor, came to greet him. "Baolin, the emperor is waiting for you in the warm room. During this morning's court session, several court officials displeased the emperor. You must be careful."
Pei Tingyue thanked him softly, "Thank you, Steward."
"You're welcome, Baolin."
Pei Tingyue entered the warm room and just saw the emperor changing into his casual clothes and coming out from behind the screen.
She had a thought.
After calculating the distance, her legs went weak and she staggered forward a few steps.
Just when my body was about to make close contact with the ground, I was pulled into a slightly cool embrace.
Pei Tingyue's nose was filled with a faint fragrance. She heard a clear and cheerful voice with laughter coming from above her head: "Tingyue can't walk anymore?"
Pei Tingyue raised her head from his embrace, her voice soft and aggrieved: "It's all because of last night, the emperor bullied me..."
Following her words, Xie Chen recalled the beautiful scene of last night.
She was really delicate on the bed, and when she couldn't bear it anymore, she started begging for mercy in a trembling voice.
But now that he was in the mood, how could he let her go easily?
Her skin, as soft as warm jade, was so lovely that he couldn't let it go. He didn't stop until it was covered with red marks. By then, she was shaking uncontrollably.
Both pitiful and cute.
Recalling this, Xie Chen's eyes darkened. He put a little more strength in his hands and tightened his grip on the beauty's waist: "Tingyue was really hard last night. Let me think of how to make it up to you."
Pei Tingyue had a vague feeling that something was wrong, but before she could open her mouth, she heard him say, "How do you feel about raising Tingyue's rank?"
How does she feel?
Pei Tingyue just wants to curse now.
She wanted to improve her status, but it was not appropriate at the moment.
Her sudden favor was enough to make the concubines jealous, and now she was promoted to a higher position alone, which was too ostentatious.
The emperor's move undoubtedly pushed her to the center of the undercurrent vortex.
He did it on purpose.
Thinking of this, Pei Tingyue narrowed his eyes.
This man was so gentle and considerate to her last night, but today he was taking advantage of her again without mercy.
It's really ruthless!
The emperor was more difficult to conquer and more cold-hearted than she had imagined.
But this is more interesting.
Pei Tingyue concealed the dark color in her eyes, hooked her arm around the emperor's neck, and raised her head with a smile: "I like it."
Xie Chen's eyes swept across her face, and seeing that her joy was about to overflow, he spoke slowly: "Tingyue, so happy?"
"Yes." Pei Tingyue nodded without hesitation. After thinking for a moment, she added, "Whatever the Emperor's gift is, I like it."
Xie Chen lowered his eyes and looked at her.
Does she like everything he gives her?
After a moment of silence, he asked, "Besides position, does Tingyue want anything else?"
She acted as a good chess piece in his hands, and he was willing to give her some benefits.
Xie Chen was very tall, so Pei Tingyue had to stand on tiptoe when hooking her arm around his neck, which became a bit tiring after a long time.
I had no choice but to put down my arms, wrap them around his thin waist, and bury my face in his broad chest.
She thought for a moment, then timidly asked, "Can I have anything?"
Perhaps fearing that he would disagree, she quickly added, "I won't go too far."
Xie Chen laughed.
It was just a wish, but he could still grant it at will.
"I want them all."
Hearing this, Pei Tingyue raised her sparkling eyes, her cheeks slightly red, and whispered, "Then when Your Majesty is free, please summon me more often."
The words of the woman in his arms surprised Xie Chen again.
He thought that all she wanted was gold, jewelry, and family titles.
Unexpectedly, she wanted him to spend more time with her.
That's all.
A strange feeling flashed through Xie Chen's heart. He reached out and pinched her delicate chin, forcing her to look up: "Do you want me to summon you more often?"
Pei Tingyue was forced to look up and meet his eyes. Her eyelashes trembled and she bit her lip and said, "This concubine... This concubine really likes the emperor."
Like him?
This is really bold and outrageous.
Most of the concubines in the palace came from prominent families, were self-disciplined and respectful, and would never say such words.
But those who are not from famous families are afraid of him.
He never even told Yuyao, whom he favored extremely.
Therefore, this was the first time Xie Chen heard the concubine say that she liked him.
It's so straightforward and passionate.
Xie Chen sighed, holding her in his arms with one hand, and straightened the butterfly tassel hairpin on her temples with the other hand: "I understand."
Where he couldn't see, Pei Tingyue smiled.
Moisturizing things silently.
She will turn this false love into precious sincerity step by step.
The two hugged each other for a while, then moved to the table to eat.
The breakfast was the most sumptuous Pei Tingyue had ever seen, and the table was filled to the brim.
In the middle is a steaming mutton pot, surrounded by dishes such as mushroom fat chicken, three-fresh duck, black chicken soup, as well as various dried fruits, candied fruits and staple foods.
After such a busy night and paying respects this morning, Pei Tingyue was already hungry. When he saw this table full of delicacies, he couldn't take his eyes off them.
But she has to serve the emperor first.
She can only eat after he finishes eating!
Pei Tingyue lamented in his heart, this hateful feudal society!
Seeing her staring at the table, Xie Chen felt a little amused and said, "Sit down and have your meal."
Pei Tingyue had not expected his kindness, and she quickly bowed, "Thank you, Your Majesty."
This breakfast is delicious and appetizing.
Pei Tingyue spent quite a bit before putting down his chopsticks.
She ate with relish, and Xie Chen also ate more.
After the meal, Xie Chen said, "You just finished your meal, it's not suitable for you to walk around. It's better for you to follow me to the imperial study to digest your food."
Pei Tingyue nodded and let him lead her to the study.
Xie Chen had some memorials to review, and soon he became immersed in state affairs and stopped talking.
Pei Tingyue stood beside him, quietly grinding ink for him. If there was enough ink, she would sit aside and read a book.
It was a warm spring day, and reading those sage books made people sleepy. Pei Tingyue yawned many times and tears came out.
After being distracted for a while, Pei Tingyue gathered his strength and quietly called for Manager Liang.
"What can I do for you, Mr.
Pei Tingyue whispered a few words.
Soon, Manager Liang came with what she wanted.
Looking at the fine silk fabrics in front of him, Pei Tingyue's eyes lit up and he picked out a piece of brightly colored one.
When Xie Chen looked up again, he saw that the sky outside was bright, and the carved windows cast mottled light and shadows into the hall.
His little beloved concubine was sitting upright in the spring sunshine, fiddling with something with her head down.
Xie Chen watched quietly for a while before asking, "Is Tingyue embroidering a sachet?"
The color she chose was lotus root pink, which was a bit too gaudy for him.
The clothes he usually wore were mostly moon white, hibiscus purple, dark blue and other colors, which did not match the color of the sachet in her hand.
Xie Chen continued, "Tingyue is very thoughtful. It seems that I need someone to make me some new clothes, so that I can live up to Tingyue's kindness."
"ah?"
Pei Tingyue looked up, with a hint of confusion in his eyes.
Why didn't she understand what was said?
What new clothes? What about not letting her down? What's all this?
Pei Tingyue pondered his words quickly in his mind, and suddenly an idea came to him.
Oh my God!
He didn't think this sachet was embroidered for him, did he?!
Emperor, I think you misunderstood...
In an instant, Pei Tingyue's vision went dark.
She looked at the sachet in her hand, and after much hesitation, she decided to tell the truth. Her scalp tingled, "Your Majesty, the sachet in my hand was... made for the Empress."
Xie Chen:?
The smile on his lips froze for a moment, and the next moment, he looked as if nothing had happened.
"Made for the Queen?"
"Yeah." Pei Tingyue felt relieved when she saw that he did not get angry. At the same time, she secretly sighed that he was worthy of being the emperor and could adjust his mood quickly.
"The Queen is very kind to me."
Pei Tingyue organized his words and spoke softly:
"I used to live in a remote palace, but the Empress saw that I was too lonely living alone, so she transferred me to Changle Palace."
"A few days ago, I contradicted Lin Zhaorong. The servants in the imperial kitchen, who flatter the powerful and look down on the weak, brought me cold rice and cold dishes every day. I couldn't eat them at all."
"The Empress Dowager learned about this and ordered the ladies-in-waiting to give the Imperial Kitchen a good scolding. Since then, my meals have improved."
"Also, I have been favored these days, so some of my sisters are inevitably dissatisfied and want to make things difficult for me. Although I am good at talking back, I can't beat so many people."
"Every time this happens, the Empress will come to my rescue."
"So, I want to repay the Queen!"
At this point, Pei Tingyue smiled shyly: "I don't have anything good to give to Your Majesty, so this is all I can offer. I hope Your Majesty won't despise it."
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