"My dear sisters, Consort Tong is not feeling well and is on her way."
Consort Zhao glanced at the empty seat that belonged to Consort Tong, a flash of coldness crossing her eyes. Then, she put on a gentle and dignified smile and spoke softly.
Changing the subject, Consort Zhao looked at Xu Lejin.
"Consort Yu caught a cold a few days ago and has just recovered. She served His Majesty yesterday and came to pay her respects to me early this morning. Is her body still able to handle it?"
"Hongxia, get a cushion for Consort Yu to use as a base."
Xu Lejin smiled.
"Thank you for your kind concern, Consort Zhao. This concubine is not tired at all!"
Consort Zhao responded.
In Chuxiu Palace, everyone sat awkwardly for most of the hour, and the tea had been refilled three times. Finally, Tong Jia Xianyu, swaying her graceful body, arrived late amidst everyone's eager anticipation.
"Please forgive me, Consort Zhao. I was feeling a little unwell today, so I'm a little late."
"Sister Zhaofei is always kind and generous, I'm sure she won't blame me for being late."
Reluctantly, Tong Jiaxianyu gave Consort Zhao a rather informal bow, and began to speak quickly as she sat down.
Zhaofei's usually gentle face quickly flashed with a stern look. "It is understandable that Consort Tong is unwell and has arrived a little late. I only apologize to the ladies in the palace for keeping Consort Tong waiting."
“Especially Consort Yu, who is pregnant with the emperor’s child and has just recovered from a serious illness, served the emperor again last night.”
By making a suggestive remark, Consort Zhao successfully diverted Tongjia Xianyu's attention to Xu Lejin.
Consort Nara, Consort Li, and others covered their mouths and smiled without saying a word.
Tong Jiaxianyu's sharp gaze fell on Xu Lejin, her face dark and cold as she said, "Consort Yu is quite capable; even while pregnant, she can still keep the Emperor."
"I am very curious, how does Consort Yu, who is heavily pregnant, serve His Majesty? How does she satisfy His Majesty?"
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