Yanxi Palace.
This is the residence of Concubine Li.
There are quite a few people visiting there. I guess it’s because Concubine Li gave birth to a prince, and they all came to curry favor with her.
Everyone knows that the eldest prince is mentally retarded. The emperor has been troubled for years over the position of crown prince. Now that he finally has a second prince, everyone can guess who will be the crown prince and who will take the throne in the future.
"Sister Li, your belly is so beautiful. I am so envious." The speaker was Concubine An.
She had been in the palace for many years, but there was no sign of pregnancy.
Concubine Li finally felt proud for once, "Sister, don't belittle yourself. What's coming will eventually come."
What is not yours is not yours.
Anpin's face darkened, but she didn't say much, pretending not to understand the meaning of the words.
What's so great about it? When Concubine Zhu was still alive, everyone knew that the child in her belly would be taken away by her to raise in the future.
Now if Concubine Zhu hadn't stepped down, what would have happened to you?
Concubine De was the main seat in the Yanx Palace. She sat beside the second princess Jiang Roujia, still looking noncompetitive.
It was Concubine Li who spoke to Concubine De first, "Your Majesty, I would like to thank you for your care over the years. The Emperor said that after I have finished my confinement, he will let me move to the Liuli Palace. Today is my early farewell."
Concubine De was about to reply when she was interrupted by Concubine Chun, who was sitting farthest away.
"If Concubine Li wants to show off, go ahead. The Emperor favors your prince, not you. Besides, you're just a Concubine. What can you say and what can't you say? Where are your rules?"
Concubine Chun was the daughter of a general. She had always been extremely reluctant to enter the palace, so she was the one in the palace who was least afraid of offending people because she did not like favors.
When Anpin heard this, she curled the corners of her mouth and said, "You are so proud of yourself. Here comes the person who will punish you."
"You!" Concubine Li was so angry that she didn't know what to say. She just gritted her teeth and said, "Thank you, Sister Chunfei, for your guidance!"
Concubine Chun, just wait for me! When I become the Empress Dowager, I will rid my Jincheng of you first.
Jiang Jincheng is the name of the second prince, which was chosen by Jiang Ji himself. From the name, it can be seen that Jiang Ji has high hopes for the second prince.
"The Princess has arrived!"
A sharp voice came from outside the hall.
It is not convenient for Jiang Yanchuan to appear here with the concubines now, so Jiang Qiao asked him to visit the empress dowager first, and she brought Yuxing to the Yanx Palace.
In her impression, Concubine Li has always been cautious and was considered a pawn of Concubine Zhu. Now that Lou Zhuxin has fallen, I wonder what will happen to Concubine Li?
Jiang Qiao came today to see if Concubine Li had the same ambitions as her. If not, that would be great. But if so, Jiang Qiao would have to think carefully about the future of her and her son...
The Yanx Palace was indeed bustling, but after Jiang Qiao entered, no one spoke anymore.
Jiang Qiao has always been arrogant and never performs greetings, but she has a good impression of both Concubine De and Concubine Chun, as both of them have secretly helped Jiang Yanchuan.
She nodded to them and said, "The Yanxi Palace is really bustling today. I can hear the noise from outside."
Concubine Chun was the first to respond, "That's right, Concubine Li gave birth to a prince, which is amazing, she's so proud."
Jiang Qiao liked Concubine Chun's straightforward personality. She smiled and said, "Oh? Is that so? My second brother hasn't even become the crown prince yet, and Concubine Li is already so arrogant. What will happen when my second brother becomes the crown prince?"
Everyone in the hall lowered their heads. They didn't expect the eldest princess to be so bold. She was indeed the one who threatened to kill Concubine Zhu after her confinement was over at the last celebration banquet.
Concubine Li's expression froze. She had always been afraid of Jiang Qiao because she was really arrogant.
In the past, the eldest princess disliked the eldest prince, and everyone could see it. But now, the eldest princess's attitude towards the eldest prince has changed, and it is inevitable that she will have some ulterior motives.
When Concubine Li thought of this, she broke out in a cold sweat on her back and her speech was not as fluent as before. She was afraid that Jiang Qiao would target her Jincheng.
"You worry too much, Princess. I only wish Jincheng a peaceful life. I dare not think of anything else."
Jiang Qiao didn't answer her. He took a step forward and reached out to pick up the child in the wet nurse's arms. The baby's eyes were still closed and his skin was red.
Concubine Li looked at Jiang Qiao holding her child, and she sat up straight on the bed, her eyes fixed on her arms holding the child. Her face flushed red, and she didn't dare to speak loudly, "Princess, he, Jincheng is your brother!"
When others saw the eldest princess's behavior, they were also scared and felt sorry for Concubine Li. However, the eldest princess should not be so cruel as to not even let a baby go.
Jiang Qiao raised his eyelids slightly, returned the child to the wet nurse, turned around and sat down beside the bed. His condescending attitude made people feel a little submissive.
"Since Consort Li wants to keep the Second Prince safe, you must make the right choice. Everyone has ambitions, Consort Li, don't turn back until you hit a wall!"
Who wouldn't hear such a straightforward knock?
Concubine Li was filled with resentment. She had finally had a chance to make a name for herself, so how could she give up? The Queen's lineage was indeed a nuisance, and this eldest princess was also truly despicable. She would endure it first, and when Jincheng ascended the throne, she would eliminate all of the Queen's lineage, and only then would she be the glorious Queen Mother.
"That's what the Princess said."
Concubine De looked at the arrogant woman in front of her and patted Jiang Roujia's hand beside her.
Jiang Roujia understood what her mother meant. She was telling her not to offend Changle, otherwise the peaceful days of the past few years would be gone forever.
"Sister Li, according to the rules, the prince cannot keep a noble lady by his side, so has the emperor said that he wants to promote you?" Concubine An spoke at an inappropriate time.
Concubine Li's expression changed strangely, with loneliness in her eyes. Since she gave birth to the prince, the emperor personally consulted books to name the child, gave her generous rewards, bestowed many precious jewels on her, and let her move to the luxurious Glass Palace, but... the emperor never said that he would promote her.
"The Emperor hasn't said anything yet, but it doesn't matter."
Concubine An has made up her mind that only concubines and above are qualified to support the prince. After all this time, it is still a question whether you will raise the child or not, so you should just pretend.
"So that's how it is."
"Oh." Concubine Chun sneered, "I think the emperor wants to make Concubine Li a concubine. Just wait patiently!"
Jiang Qiao: Sister, you understand hermaphrodites.
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Qiwu Palace.
"Queen, it's time for you to calm down!"
Jiang Ji has been fond of visiting Bai Mian recently, even though he is always rejected.
He didn't tell Bai Mian that he had made a mistake in the beauty picture. He could guess that Bai Mian would hate him even more after knowing it.
Bai Mian had long lost her heart. Seeing him still looking as if nothing had happened, she felt sad. She had suffered so much because of Lou Zhuxin's frame-up, and even Changle and Ayan were implicated.
"Jiang Ji, I told you that some things can't be easily brushed aside. I've suffered far more than you see."
Jiang Ji was already feeling quite resentful in her heart, and her face turned cold. "Bai Mian, you've made enough of a fuss. You are my queen, and you have to endure some grievances. The mother of a country should have the bearing of a mother of a country!"
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