"My beloved consort's words have enlightened me. Indeed, Su Shi's poem truly captures the noble and pure beauty of the plum blossom. My beloved consort understands plum blossoms and poetry."
"I am merely showing off my humble opinion before Your Majesty. I hope Your Majesty does not find my knowledge shallow."
"If even my beloved concubine is so shallow in her knowledge, then there is no one of profound knowledge in my harem. I just saw that you wanted to cut plum blossoms, but you hadn't started yet. Let me accompany you!"
"It is my honor."
Then, the two of them, facing the snow, cut plum blossoms in the small Jingyi Pavilion. While enjoying the plum blossoms, they chatted about poetry and songs, and the more they talked, the more they got along. Then, Qianlong went directly to Xianfu Palace and naturally stayed there overnight.
Ever since Ji Huan brought Qianlong back to Xianfu Palace from Jingyixuan, the once quiet place has been frequently visited by concubines. How should I put it, it's not surprising at all.
In the imperial harem, the emperor was the sole center of attention. Competing for his favor was the only thing they could do, had to do, and had to do.
Like Ji Huan, she may not lack for favor, but she still had to compete for it. She had to show that she needed Qianlong's favor, which was the duty of the concubines in the harem.
Of course, the rewards for vying for favor are also substantial.
Ji Huan played with the lifelike plum blossom jade bonsai. If you didn't look closely, you might think it was a real plum blossom.
There are also two authentic plum blossom paintings.
It seems that Emperor Qianlong had a very enjoyable chat at Jingyixuan yesterday!
Indeed, Emperor Qianlong was a high-demand emperor. Ji Huan could almost always catch whatever he said, and then offer just the right amount of flattery. Occasionally, she would ask him a question with a hint of doubt, and Qianlong would provide an answer. Ji Huan would then look at him with eyes full of admiration.
Indeed, very few men could resist it.
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