Chapter 71 The Legend of Zhen Huan, Nian Shilan 9
However, the Emperor's apparent dislike made them realize that Consort An's chances of gaining favor in the future were slim.
But the emperor loathed this matter, and they simply couldn't bring themselves to tell Consort An.
After all, the only thing that could disgust the Emperor was his scheming against Consort Hua after the first audience with the Emperor.
They were also involved in that incident. If it weren't for helping them, Consort An wouldn't have offended Consort Hua.
Feeling guilty and afraid of hurting her feelings, we discussed it and decided it was better to keep it a secret.
At least they still have the hope of being favored, so they won't despair.
Who would have thought that their supposed kindness to each other would actually push An Ying to the opposite side?
Upon hearing that it was her business, Consort Jing quickly curtsied and explained, "Your Majesty, I did take Jiahe to admire the lotus flowers, but we only went twice. Although it was summer, the lakeside was too cool."
Jiahe has just turned one year old; she shouldn't be exposed to the wind for too long. I haven't visited her for four or five days now.
"I know this matter has nothing to do with you." The Emperor waved his hand, signaling Consort Jing to rise.
"Cao, the concubine, was demoted to a commoner and sentenced to death. Those who served her neglected her, concealed her illness, and failed to provide adequate care. They were all beaten to death!"
That was the end of the matter. After visiting Consort Hui, the Emperor returned to Qingliang Palace with Nian Shilan.
Qixi Festival Feast
The Emperor looked at the two empty seats on the right side of the concubines' seats and asked, "Where are Consort Wan and Consort Li?"
Consort Wan asked specifically, while Consort Li was just mentioned incidentally.
Nian Shilan smiled and replied:
“Consort Li was feeling a bit bored, so she told me she was going out for a walk to get some fresh air. She originally wanted to invite me along, but I was too lazy to stroll around Changchun Garden, so she went by herself.”
Huanbi curtsied and said, "Your Majesty, the young lady is drunk and has gone to the side hall to change her clothes."
Consort Li returned quickly, and a short while later, Noble Lady Wan also returned to the banquet.
"What has kept you out for so long?" the Emperor asked with concern.
Consort Wan curtsied and explained, "I am not a good drinker, so I went out for some fresh air. I saw a flower called 'Evening Glory' and was so captivated by it that I couldn't take my eyes off it."
The Emperor asked in confusion, "Xi Yan, what kind of flower is that?"
Consort Li's eyes lit up, and she interjected boastfully, "Your Majesty, I know! The Evening Glory is the Morning Glory!"
"Oh? And where did you hear that from?"
The Emperor was surprised. He knew Consort Li, but she was completely clueless; he didn't even know about such a thing, yet she did.
"Your Majesty, I didn't know that at first. When I was strolling around the garden, I got tired and rested near the Tonghua Terrace. I happened to hear Prince Guo and Consort Wan talking at the Tonghua Terrace."
The morning glory is also called "evening glory," as Prince Guo and Consort Wan mentioned. I overheard it by chance.
Consort Li chuckled, after all, it was a little embarrassing to talk about eavesdropping.
Upon hearing this, the Emperor's face darkened, and he stopped discussing the matter. Consort Wan also knew that it was inappropriate to talk to a prince late at night.
However, since there were other princes and their wives present, it was not appropriate to continue discussing the matter, so they had to suppress their panic.
Only Consort Li, who caused this turmoil, was still clueless about what had happened and continued to happily eat and drink.
Consort Wan would not suspect that it was Consort Li who had been following her, since it was Consort Li who went out for a walk first.
Liu Zhu was originally standing guard in front of the Tonghua Terrace, but she didn't tell me about seeing Consort Li.
That means that Consort Li arrived near Tonghua Terrace before her, and it wasn't intentional.
The Emperor glanced at Su Peisheng behind him, signaling him to investigate. Since Jinxi was not involved, Su Peisheng naturally wouldn't hide anything for Consort Wan.
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