Chu Xuan and his party walked slowly and stopped frequently for a month before finally seeing the shadow of the capital.

The news that King Ye and his wife were about to return to the capital had already spread throughout the capital. King Ye Chu Xuan had done an extremely good job in providing disaster relief in Pingzhou this time. He not only captured Fang Kong and other extremely evil people and calmed down the people's grievances, but also cured the epidemic and restored Pingzhou to its former tranquility. This was truly an unprecedented achievement.

Therefore, before Chu Xuan's carriage arrived in the capital, the common people's praise for King Ye and his wife had already spread throughout the capital.

To show his appreciation for Chu Xuan, the emperor ordered all officials to personally visit Zhengyang Gate to welcome Chu Xuan back to the capital.

Such scenery really makes those who have ulterior motives jealous. In the Qingcheng Pavilion, Yue Meiren was furious and regretted her feelings deeply.

If she had known that Chu Xuan could solve this problem smoothly, she should not have encouraged the emperor to send Chu Xuan.

Her original intention was to send Chu Xuan to the most dangerous place. Pingzhou was full of epidemics at that time. If there was any negligence, Chu Xuan would be infected.

But no matter how much she planned, she never imagined that Chu Xuan was so lucky and managed to escape this disaster, so that she failed to gain anything and ended up losing the rice. Instead, it helped Chu Xuan win the support of the people.

When she first came to the capital, Yue Meiren only heard people praising King Ye and Lu Yanluo or reminding her to be careful when talking about them. But she thought, what good could an unpopular prince and a princess with no background do, no matter how powerful they were?

But after this incident, Lady Yue had to reconsider herself in her heart and wonder whether she could deal with the Night King.

Feeling depressed, Yue Meiren stood up, opened the window, and looked at Fenghua Palace not far away.

When Concubine Xian married into Tianji, she enjoyed great glory in southern Xinjiang. Unfortunately, she ruined such a good hand, and now she can only huddle in a small Fenghua Palace, living a lonely life.

Yue Meiren sneered and secretly made a plan in her heart.

When the Night King returned to the capital, the Emperor, as a reward, specially held a banquet in the Taiji Hall to welcome him. The scene was very lively.

In comparison, the Fenghua Palace on the other side was desolate.

Concubine Xian was bored and leaned on a recliner to bask in the sun. She knew that a banquet was being held in front of her, but the Emperor seemed to have really forgotten about Fenghua Palace and did not even mention that she should attend. Instead, Concubine Yue had already started preparing suitable clothes for the banquet.

This made Concubine Xian feel both jealous and aggrieved.

"It's so lively outside, why is my aunt sitting alone in Fenghua Palace basking in the sun?" Concubine Xian, who was originally drowsy from the sun, was disturbed by the sudden entry of Concubine Yue. She opened her eyes, glanced, and sneered.

"It's so lively out front, Miss Yue, why don't you join in? Why do you have time to come here to have fun?"

Yue Meiren didn't care about Concubine Xian's arrogant attitude. She walked closer and said with a smile, "Aunt, what are you talking about? You and I are one family. It's bustling outside, but it's cold and lonely here. I can't accept this no matter how hard I try."

Hearing this, Concubine Xian turned her head and looked at him with an uneasy expression: "What do you mean? Are you pitying me?"

The dissatisfaction of the past few days finally erupted. She was a noble concubine with a noble status. Even if she was not favored, it was not the turn of a beauty to feel pity.

Yue Meiren lowered her head and smiled, then slowly shook her head, saying helplessly, "Aunt, you always misunderstand your niece's feelings. In this huge imperial city, you and I are both from Southern Xinjiang, so we should prosper together and suffer together. For the sake of Southern Xinjiang, you and I should help each other instead of confronting each other. Aunt is in a difficult situation now, so naturally I, your niece, have to help you."

Help her? Concubine Xian secretly rolled her eyes. Has she forgotten the smug look on Lady Yue's face when she first arrived in the capital?

Yue Meiren knew that these were not enough to convince Concubine Xian, but today, no matter what, she had to make Concubine Xian agree to cooperate with her.

No matter how favored she was, she had limited experience in the palace and a low position. After this incident, the power of the Night Palace became stronger and stronger, and she alone could not shake it. In this case, she asked Concubine Xian to join her in dealing with the Night Palace.

To this end, she can help Concubine Xian regain favor.

Concubine Xian looked suspiciously at Lady Yue, who was acting a little out of character today. Not wanting to beat around the bush with her, she asked directly, "What do you mean?"

Lady Yue stared at Concubine Xian and said sternly, "I can speak well of my aunt in front of His Majesty and help you regain your favor. I can also help the Sixth Prince regain His Majesty's favor, but the condition is that your aunt has to help me. I know that your aunt has been operating for many years and must have more than just the Black Shark Gang. I hope your aunt can join hands with me to deal with the Night Palace."

Concubine Xian looked Concubine Yue up and down, and thought carefully in her mind. She did have some people in her hands, but they were all helpers prepared for the Sixth Prince to seize the throne in the future. Concubine Yue’s intention was obviously not acceptable, and she wanted to take these people away.

Yue Meiren knew that Concubine Xian had not made up her mind yet, so she gave her a reassurance pill.

"Your Majesty is old. Even if I can conceive an heir in the future, I will never have the chance to ascend the throne. But the Sixth Prince is different. We can join forces to help the Sixth Prince ascend the throne. By then, you and I will be heroes of Southern Xinjiang. What do you think, aunt?"

What else could she do? Concubine Xian had to admit that when it came to manipulating people's hearts, she was nowhere near as good as this beautiful, young niece in front of her.

"Okay, I can agree to your request, but only if you show me your sincerity."

We can't let Yue Meiren get something for nothing and exchange everything for a promise that is not backed by words.

Yue Meiren nodded when she heard this: "Of course, Auntie, just wait."

At night, Qingcheng Pavilion.

The emperor drank a little too much at the banquet and was now leaning back on a large pillow with his eyes closed to rest.

Yue Meiren sat on one side and raised her hand to gently press the emperor's head. Her drooped little face showed that she was worried, and she sighed from time to time.

The emperor slowly opened his eyes and looked at Yue Meiren: "What's wrong with you? Are you homesick?"

Lady Yue's eyes slowly turned red, and she said dejectedly, "Your Majesty, please forgive me for making a fool of myself. I sighed not because I miss home, but because of my aunt."

"Xian Guifei?" The emperor was puzzled.

Beauty Yue nodded, her eyes full of melancholy: "Today, His Majesty is holding a banquet in Taiji Palace. I am fortunate to go with His Majesty, but my aunt is staying alone in Fenghua Palace. Although it was my aunt's fault, but... but I feel that it is a bit desolate, and I can't bear it..."

The emperor did not respond, but closed his eyes again. Concubine Xian...

Ever since Concubine Yue entered the palace, he had not seen Concubine Xian for a long time. It was not that he intentionally did not summon her to today's banquet, but he really forgot.