Then, Concubine Shu continued to look at her carefully, staring at her face without blinking.
"Sister Guipin, your skin is really well maintained. What method do you use? Can you tell me?"
There was pure envy in her eyes, without any other emotions mixed in.
Tang Wan was stunned for a moment, then said, "I haven't done any special maintenance. I just used some ordinary creams. It may not help you."
Concubine Shu felt a little disappointed, but then she comforted herself in her heart, yes, such a beautiful woman with such a gorgeous appearance might be born with natural beauty, her skin is as white as fat, it's really frustrating to compare yourself with others.
"Sister Guipin, don't just stand there. Have some cakes first. Sister Ningfei will be here soon."
Tang Wan knew that although she was not sure what kind of person Concubine Shu was at the moment, if something happened to her in her palace, she would not be able to escape responsibility, so she was not worried that Concubine Shu would poison her.
She picked up a crystal clear peach blossom-shaped pastry, put it to her lips, and took a light bite. The fragrance of peach blossom and the sweetness of honey mixed together, leaving a lingering taste on her lips and teeth.
She widened her eyes slightly and swallowed it calmly.
She raised her hand and took another slightly larger piece. The surface of the pastry was soft and sticky. Her pink fingertips sank slightly, and the filling inside seemed to be unable to control and burst out.
Concubine Shu didn't talk to her anymore, but just ate the cakes by herself. She secretly breathed a sigh of relief and looked carefully at the furnishings in the palace.
Shufei was born into a family of military generals and is the youngest daughter of the current general.
I heard that she was spoiled at home, and her parents and brother regarded her as the apple of their eye and protected her like the apple of their eye.
So as soon as she entered the palace, she was named Shufei.
Shufei's mother's family was promoted by the late emperor. They hold a prominent status and play a vital role in the court.
However, she did not become complacent because of her status. Instead, she became more cautious, as can be seen from the furniture placed in the house.
Tang Wan saw that the furnishings in Concubine Shu's palace were simple and there were not too many gorgeous decorations. She nodded secretly and thought to herself, this Concubine Shu is indeed not simple.
In any case, she is definitely not as harmless as she appears.
Thinking of this, she raised her hand, picked up a piece of osmanthus cake, and took a light bite.
Osmanthus cake melts in your mouth, sweet but not greasy, leaving you with an endless aftertaste.
Just then, footsteps were heard outside the door, and then a palace maid led a woman in.
This woman had a gorgeous appearance and elegant temperament. She wore a smoky purple silk dress that trailed on the ground, a golden hairpin on her head, and a plump figure. When she walked, the rings on her waist clasped together, making a crisp sound.
It was Concubine Ning.
"Sister Ning Fei, you are here." Shu Fei greeted her with a smile.
Concubine Ning nodded. She walked to Concubine Shu and said with a smile, "Sister Shu, I'm late. Please don't blame me."
Concubine Shu waved her hand and smiled: "It's okay, why do we have to argue about this between you and me? Sit down quickly."
After Concubine Ning sat down, her gaze fell on Tang Wan, and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.
"This is Concubine Nuan, right?" Concubine Ning asked with a smile.
Tang Wan stood up and saluted: "Greetings, Her Majesty Ning Fei."
Concubine Ning nodded. She looked at Tang Wan with a hint of curiosity in her eyes.
"Noble Concubine Nuan, there are rumors in the palace that His Majesty favored a beautiful woman with a heavenly fragrance and national beauty today. I thought they were exaggerating, but after seeing her today, it is indeed true."
Tang Wan smiled slightly: "Your Majesty, thank you for the compliment."
Concubine Shu looked at the two of them and said with a smile, "Okay, stop standing and sit down. Standing is so tiring."
Tang Wan sat back in her original seat. She looked at Concubine Ning and felt a little wary.
This Concubine Ning came from a prominent family. Her father was the prime minister of the time and she had a noble status.
Her brother is also an important official in the court, holding military power and should not be underestimated.
Now, her brother was sent by Shen Xiaohan to pacify the border, and his merits were outstanding.
Tang Wan knew that anyone in this palace could become her enemy.
She must remain vigilant at all times and not let her guard down.
"Why are you looking at me like that, my dear sister?" Concubine Ning looked at her absent-minded look and couldn't help but remind her.
Tang Wan realized she had lost her composure and quickly said, "The fabric of the dress that Concubine Ning is wearing is truly beautiful. It shimmers and glitters as she walks. I've never seen that before."
"Is that so?" Concubine Ning's complexion brightened visibly, and she began to talk non-stop, "Let me tell you, this fabric wasn't easy to come by. My Shu Yue found it especially for me."
"There is only one like this in the world." Concubine Ning said with a smug look on her face.
"So, it's really precious."
"Alright, look at you showing off." Concubine Shu pinched her arm, and Concubine Ning immediately cried out in pain: "Shu Yue, what are you doing?!"
Tang Wan looked at the familiarity between Concubine Shu and Concubine Ning, and guessed that their relationship must be very good.
They chatted about some family matters. Concubine Shu wanted to keep her for lunch, but Tang Wan found an excuse to refuse.
"Shu Yue, what do you think of this person?" Concubine Ning frowned and spoke while staring at Tang Wan's back.
Concubine Shu: "Ah? She's quite good, beautiful and has a good personality. Unlike that Rongpin, who had a sullen face when she came to see me once."
Seeing that Concubine Ning still looked bitter and resentful, she could only speak to comfort her: "Oh, okay, Qing'er, whoever she is, as long as she can compete with Concubine Rong and win the heart of His Majesty, that's all that matters."
Concubine Ning was so disappointed: "Are you never going to compete for favor for the rest of your life? Have you ever thought about how you're going to live your life if you keep pushing His Majesty further and further away?"
Concubine Shu smiled and took her hand: "Qing'er, good Qing'er, Sister Qing'er, you know that I really don't like His Majesty at all. Don't you like it too? Isn't it good to have someone to help us share the burden?"
Concubine Ning was silent for a moment: "In this harem, there is no such thing as likes or dislikes. It is not up to you."
"Qing'er, what's wrong with you today? You weren't like this before. Why have you become like my father now, nagging and harping?"
Concubine Ning looked at her pretty and charming face and sighed, "But, we will stay in this palace for the rest of our lives. If you don't care about his favor, what about the child? What will you do when you are old?"
"I still have you. We are best friends. Even when we grow old, I can stay with you till old age."
She raised one of her arms, on which was a green bracelet that slid down her arm and got stuck in the middle.
Looking at her innocent eyes, Concubine Ning suddenly couldn't bear to tell her about that matter.
Never mind. At worst, I can just arrange everything for her in advance so that she won't be bullied.
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