Consort Li was startled by this sudden turn of events, and her face grew even more pale.
She quickly covered her face with a veil, clenched her hands tightly, and tears streamed down her face.
No! Things shouldn't be like this!
She had clearly set things up; everyone came here today to mock Yue Sijin!
Why is it that she's the one who's now in an awkward position?
Yue Sijin is a jinx!
When he used to hide in the deep palace dressed as a woman, everything was fine!
The Emperor dotes on her, and all the concubines in the harem are afraid of her. Even the Empress has to give her some leeway!
Why did everyone change their appearance as soon as Yue Sijin changed back into men's clothing?
Everyone fawned over Yue Sijin, while she became the target of everyone's criticism!
Consort Li roared inwardly, wishing she could tear Si Jin to pieces.
However, thinking about the experience of Si Jin breaking her leg from a distance with a stick last time, she suddenly lost her confidence.
He could only swallow his pride and resign, hoping to leave this place of trouble as soon as possible.
However, just as he took a step, he heard the Empress weakly remind him:
“Sister Lifei, you haven’t answered the Empress Dowager’s question yet. It would be impolite to leave like this.”
Consort Li turned around, her fierce gaze fixed on the Empress, and asked, "What is it?"
The Empress said, "Was it you who instructed Consort Hui to slander the Empress Dowager today?"
Consort Li paused, her gaze towards the Empress shifting, now filled with scheming and intrigue—
This empress not only had no ability, but she was also always getting in his way.
So what if she's the eldest daughter of the Prime Minister and pregnant? What's so great about that!
If he can't touch Yue Sijin, surely he can at least touch her?!
Consort Li gritted her teeth, lowered her head, and replied obediently yet ruthlessly:
"Your Majesty, Consort Hui's actions were entirely her own doing and have nothing to do with me. You may kill or dismember her as you see fit!"
After saying that, he turned and left the palace!
Before leaving, he deliberately cast a curse of bad luck on the Empress—
Whenever the Empress left the Renshou Palace, she would inevitably fall down the steps.
Wait until her child is lost, then let's see how arrogant she still is!
Moreover, Yue Sijin was also implicated in the incident that happened to the Emperor's eldest son in the Renshou Hall!
Then she can tell the Emperor that Yue Sijin killed the Empress's unborn child out of jealousy.
This way, not only can the Empress's power be weakened, but Yue Sijin can also be brought down.
Killing two birds with one stone, why not!
… …
After Consort Li left, Si Jin dismissed all the concubines in the palace.
The Empress stayed behind and exchanged a few pleasantries with Si Jin before being the last to leave.
Survival in the deep palace was not easy.
She was just a woman, but she was shrewd and resourceful, observing the situation in the palace and trying to please everyone.
All she wanted was to keep her position as empress, the child in her womb, and the prime minister's residence.
She confided in Si Jin, chatted for a while, and then turned and left.
Helplessly, just as he reached the door, he was tripped up by the magic left by Consort Li, and with a scream, his whole body fell down uncontrollably!
Upon witnessing this scene, Consort Li, who was observing from the shadows, raised the corners of her lips and eagerly awaited the Empress's fall.
However, just as the Empress's body tilted, Si Jin suddenly appeared outside the palace.
One hand lifted the empress and gently straightened her, while simultaneously dispelling the curse of bad luck from her body.
When she stood up again, the Empress was still in shock, with tears still glistening in the corners of her eyes.
God knows how scared she was just a moment ago.
How afraid I am of losing my child!
She looked up, wanting to thank Si Jin, but her eyes met a pair of charming, smiling peach blossom eyes.
A pleasant male voice followed, his demeanor elegant, like a celestial being descended to earth.
"Your Majesty, please be careful. You are pregnant, so please watch your step."
She was locked away in the treacherous inner palace, and the only man she could see was Xiang Yinghan.
It's been so many years since I've seen a young man in white like this...
The empress's face flushed instantly.
She quickly took two steps back and bowed her head in apology:
"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to cause you trouble... Thank you..."
"It's alright."
Si Jin was very magnanimous:
According to our metaphysical beliefs, pregnant women are blessed.
"It would be my honor to save a blessed person."
The man before me had red lips, white teeth, and captivating eyes.
So gentle...it gives you the illusion of being in a fairyland.
The Empress bowed her head in greeting, then suddenly changed her form of address:
"Thank you, Young Master Jin."
Si Jin raised an eyebrow: "Did you call me by the wrong name?"
"No." The Empress said each word with utmost seriousness:
“A person like you shouldn’t be confined to the inner palace.”
“This dilapidated Renshou Hall is unworthy of you.”
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That concludes today's update.
Ahhh! So smug, crazy, and gentlemanly.
Who wants to be reborn as the Empress?!
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