There were also some pearls, a pair of jade bracelets, and a pair of white jade bracelets.
After Yan Nangui examined them, he immediately rewarded the four maids with one bracelet each.
Fragrant herbs, cicada nymphs, Malabar spinach, and daphne.
The four dared not accept it; it was such a valuable item.
Although it can't compare to the gifts His Majesty bestows privately, it's still a good thing.
"You've served me for several years now. Since you've served me well, it's only right that you give me some good things. Just take them. Now go to my cabinet and choose a jade pendant for Shuanzi. I won't reward the maids and eunuchs this time, lest they become too ambitious."
Only those with official titles received the greatest reward.
The four people solemnly kowtowed to express their gratitude.
Such a bracelet would be unheard of, let alone for the maids who served their masters.
Even the most favored concubines in the palace might not have such a thing.
Not to mention those who have fallen out of favor, they are even more out of reach.
I received these rewards this morning but haven't even sorted them out yet. This afternoon, Yan Nangui had just woken up when someone from Beichen Palace arrived with another set of gifts.
This is His Majesty's will; he can give it to whomever he wants, it's not a set rule.
There were also shimmering brocades, in even more playful colors. She also had her favorite gauze, all brought in whole rolls.
"Is Your Majesty afraid that Consort Jing will take advantage of me?" Yan Nangui laughed.
The person who brought the goods wasn't surprised to hear this; this master dared to say anything.
"How could that be? His Majesty thought Your Highness liked beautiful clothes, so he had us send them over. Your Highness would never do such a thing," the eunuch said with a forced smile.
Yan Nangui nodded: "Please convey my gratitude to His Majesty. Offer incense and bestow rewards."
The young eunuch thanked him happily before leaving.
Not long after, Shuanzi came to report: "Your Majesty, I have found out that His Majesty also sent gifts to Wanchun Palace, Qiyun Pavilion, Zhenxia Pavilion, Yiyu Pavilion, Zhuyi Pavilion, and Qingqiu Pavilion. However, only you and Consort Xiangxian received the most. I noticed that Zhenxia Pavilion and Qiyun Pavilion received the least."
"Tsk." Yan Nangui shook his head.
Three, six, and nine classes?
That makes sense, though. If these two didn't have children, they'd be without any rewards for ages.
No wonder everyone in the harem wants offspring; without them, it's no good.
Of course, there are always exceptions, and she was that exception.
"Help me change my clothes and do my makeup. I'm going to have dinner with His Majesty."
"This... I heard that His Majesty has already sent someone to Qingqiu Pavilion to deliver a message," Shuanzi said, looking troubled.
At that time, there was no such thing as a green plaque in the imperial harem.
Wherever the emperor wanted to go, he would send someone to notify him in advance, and have his concubines dress up and wait for him.
"A favored concubine, am I considered one now? Occasionally snatching one away, it's nothing, is it?" Yan Nangui smiled.
"Yes," Shuanzi replied.
She changed into a light green dress, over which she wore a light yellow gauze robe embroidered with large, light yellow flowers.
It looked like petals had been scattered all over her skirt.
She styled her hair into a neat bun, secured it with a yellow jade hairpin, and adorned it with several pearl flowers. The top was decorated with a red gold hair ornament, with tassels of yellow jade and pearls hanging from it.
A pair of topaz earrings hung from her ears.
She lightly applied makeup, then dabbed rouge on her lips before heading out.
She held a round fan in her hand. It was also a round fan made of jade and silk.
Embroidered with lotus flowers emerging from the water.
They rode in a palanquin all the way to the Beichen Palace.
Shu Chengfeng had finished his work and was changing his clothes.
When she came out of the changing room and saw her, she smiled and said, "It's been a while since you've come."
Ever since she stopped taking her vows, she has become lethargic and inactive.
He's usually the one who goes there.
“I was planning to dine with you, but Shuanzi told me that His Majesty is going to Qingqiu Pavilion today. So I’ll eat and go back by myself,” Yan Nangui said.
"Tsk, you're already here, why would I tell you to go back?" Shu Chengfeng led her to sit down.
“I wouldn’t normally steal from someone else. It’s just that I’m in such a good mood, I’d feel bad if I didn’t come. Mei Xiaoyi is a newcomer, so I wouldn’t compete with her. But if His Majesty says I don’t need to go back, then I won’t go back. Anyway, I miss His Majesty.” Yan Nangui tilted his head.
Whether this is true or not, it's so comforting to hear.
Shu Chengfeng was in a very good mood.
The two chatted and laughed in a relaxed manner. Dinner was very sumptuous, and after eating, he wanted to take Yan Nan back to the Imperial Garden for a boat trip on the lake.
In Qingqiu Pavilion, Mei Xiaoyi was all ready when someone suddenly came and said that there was no need to wait for him tonight, as His Majesty was not coming.
Upon inquiry, it was discovered that Consort Chen had gone to the Beichen Palace.
Yao Huang said carefully, "Xiao Yi, don't be sad. His Majesty didn't come today, but he will come another day."
"Yes, it's all Consort Chen's fault... His Majesty was clearly coming here. But she went... Even if His Majesty gave her face, he couldn't refuse to let her stay. She must have done it on purpose." Fen Dai said angrily.
"Don't say such mindless things again," Mei Xiaoyi said calmly.
“Xiaoyi…” Fendai asked, puzzled.
"Although I have little experience with Consort Chen, I have seen some of her temperament. When she gets angry, she doesn't even give His Majesty any face. She went to Beichen Palace today most likely because she was happy about some reward His Majesty gave her. That's why she acted on a whim. She doesn't lack favor, so why would she compete with me? Besides, even if she were to compete, it's understandable for the harem to compete for favor. From now on, just do your jobs well and stop gossiping like this."
"Yes, this servant knows her mistake. This servant will definitely be more careful with her words and actions in the future." Fen Dai knelt down.
Mei Siu-yee waved her hand.
Although Mei Xiaoyi was aloof, she knew that she had basically no connection with her maternal family anymore.
If you want a good life, you still have to rely on yourself.
Being indifferent doesn't mean you don't want to live well.
She also wanted an imperial heir. Leaving aside the position of crown prince, without a child, she would ultimately have no one to rely on.
It's fine to be favored now, but there will always be a time when one falls out of favor.
Unlike Consort Chen, whose father and brothers are both great generals, her position is secure whether she has children or not.
But whether it's vying for favor or currying favor, talking behind someone's back is all nonsense.
Instead of wasting this time, you should focus on taking care of your health.
Your Majesty is the Emperor of all the people.
Women in the imperial harem who dream of monopolizing everything are fools.
She never thought of gaining the Emperor's exclusive favor; if she did, she would be close to death.
Some people understand it, while others don't.
His Majesty, who was touring the lake, and Yan Nangui, who was returning south, were arguing about where to go back to.
Of course, calling it a dispute is just a matter of bickering.
In the end, Yan Nangui won.
So they are heading towards Zhaochun Palace.
From afar, three women could be seen on the opposite side. The group came over to pay their respects, and the one leading them was Song Baolin.
Since it was nighttime, no one was stopped while boating on the lake.
After paying her respects, Song Baolin glanced at His Majesty several times with a shy smile.
Shu Chengfeng would naturally not allow Wu Baolin to intercept the deal.
So he only said a few words and then told her to do as she pleased.
Song Baolin was not Wu Shi, so naturally he dared not do anything outrageous; he was just showing his face to make his presence known.
Back at Zhaochun Palace, Yan Nangui jokingly remarked that His Majesty was like a piece of fat meat.
This prompted Shu Chengfeng to drag her into the bathroom and scrub her vigorously.
The next day was the fifteenth. The Empress claimed to be ill, but she still had to go to the Grand Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager's residence.
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