The new concubines haven't even had a formal audience with the emperor yet, but they're already receiving so many gifts that their hands are sore from accepting them.
On the fifteenth day, we paid our respects at Fengxiang Palace.
The eight newlyweds were all dressed up.
The Empress sat at the head of the table, smiling as she accepted the greetings of the crowd.
The newlyweds only know that the Queen is ill and therefore not involved in affairs; they haven't figured out anything else yet.
Naturally, she was very respectful to him.
Of course, they were respectful to everyone in high positions, because even the most naive among them knew that once they entered the palace, they would lose some of the elders' favor.
The current generation of new brides no longer dare to mention the matter of Consort Chen's second marriage.
After all, so what if she's remarried? She's been favored by the Empress for many years and is now the most favored person under her.
Zhuang Lingyi and Hui Lingyi took the lead, kneeling on the ground to perform a grand ceremony.
The Empress smiled and said, "My dear sisters, please rise. Now that you've entered the palace, you are imperial concubines. You must know to be respectful and loving. From now on, serve His Majesty well and be filial to the Empress Dowager. Strive to produce offspring for the royal family as soon as possible. And get along well with all the sisters in the harem."
The Empress said some polite words.
The newlyweds thanked the teachers and then stood up.
After everyone took their seats, they chatted for a few moments, and before long, it was time to go to the Empress Dowager's place.
The Empress Dowager treated the newlyweds very well, making them feel very relaxed.
As expected, the Empress Dowager did not treat Zhuang Lingyi with much courtesy and acted rather indifferently.
Yan Nangui found it amusing, but didn't pay much attention, since none of them had yet served the emperor.
Regardless of what use Zhuang Lingyi was to the Empress Dowager, her father was indeed capable. She had seen the prefect's memorials before in the Beichen Palace, and they were exceptionally well-written.
In just over ten or twenty years, he went from a poor student to a high-ranking official, which clearly shows he was no ordinary person.
That day, she deliberately brought up this Lady Yu, speaking so directly that if His Majesty didn't keep her, it would put Lady Yu in an awkward position.
As for why he said that, it was obviously intentional.
Since this is someone the Empress Dowager favors, then they must come in; otherwise, wouldn't it be a waste of the Empress Dowager's good intentions?
Yan Nangui has never been one to curry favor or take sides, but this time she openly targeted Zhuang Lingyi.
Presumably, she will also attract a lot of attention from the women in the harem.
She deliberately placed her in the Jade Essence Palace. Although Consort Xiangxian had agreed, she certainly wouldn't fully believe what Consort Xiangxian said that day.
Jade Palace.
It's enough for Zhuang Lingyi to live in until she's old. No matter what her future rank is, it's enough. And Xia Cairen can't move out either.
If she wants to deal with Xia Cairen, she certainly won't use a dull knife.
However, for Xia Cairen to live a good life, she must be useful.
She'll understand that. After all, Xia is quite intelligent.
After returning from Ruining Palace, Yan Nangui slept for a while, then woke up and brought the child to her. The Seventh Princess had been awake for some time.
My five-month-old baby is sleeping less than before, but is having a lot of fun.
His hair became increasingly dark and shiny, and his facial features became more and more clearly resembled his father's.
Yan Nangui pinched the child's cheek: "Quite the president."
The seventh princess touched her mother's face from behind, though it was probably unintentional.
The wet nurse reported on the seventh princess's condition; in short, she was eating and sleeping well, and everything was fine.
"Let's go, let's take him out for a walk." Yan Nangui stood up.
In the pear grove, the pear blossoms were in full bloom. I took the child and sat down in the pavilion. This wasn't the child's first time seeing pear blossoms; he had come a few days ago and seemed perfectly at ease.
Once outside, the little guy's eyes were too full to see anything else. He stared blankly at his surroundings and didn't move.
When Yun Ji came to deliver the gifts, he looked at the Seventh Princess and smiled, saying, "The Seventh Princess is so beautiful."
Yan Nangui smiled and said, "Want me a hug?"
Yunji's eyes widened, and she didn't refuse, taking the baby from the wet nurse's arms. She thought, "Oh my, so soft, so small, so cute!"
I almost forgot to mention the reward.
Two eunuchs hurriedly stepped forward: "Your Majesty, this was sent by His Majesty. He said that since you are busy rewarding the people in the harem, Your Majesty will give you your reward."
It's the perfect time to change clothes and jewelry for the changing season, so naturally, the best choices are available.
There's also a pair of gold bracelets for the child.
However, Yan Nangui definitely won't let her wear it; it's a solid gold bracelet, and the child is still so young.
"Then please thank His Majesty on my behalf," Yan Nangui said, and Jiang Xiang took out a purse to reward them.
Yun Ji returned to Beichen Palace with a big smile: "The Seventh Princess is truly beautiful! This is the first time I've ever held a child!"
Shu Chengfeng...
This awful thing.
Yan Nangui sat with her child for a while, letting them bask in the sun, before heading back home.
Jiang Xiang and his companions gathered the gifts, and indeed, they were all of high quality.
Chanyi picked up a velvet box: "Your Majesty, look, this is the latest satin flower pattern, it's so beautiful."
Satin flowers and velvet flowers are similar; both are made by dyeing silk.
It looks really good, but it doesn't last long. These things are made with copper wire and the latest silk dyed together, so they won't be bright for more than two or three months.
If you sunbathe for too long, it might take more than three months.
However, it's not cheap to build, so not everyone can afford it.
Whatever can be sent to her is naturally the best.
This pair, shaped like lotus flowers, is naturally outstanding.
Not just this pair, there are several others.
After Yan Nangui finished reading, he said, "Go to the storeroom and find a nice pair of hairpins to send to Zhuang Lingyi."
Jiangxiang responded and left.
Chanyi smiled and said, "Then she will definitely be happy."
"Whether she's happy or not, at least I'm happy."
Tonight was supposed to be the time for the new concubine to serve the emperor, and everyone was watching. But His Majesty summoned Consort Huiling to serve him.
Hui Lingyi's father was also a high-ranking official, and was clearly capable.
Otherwise, the daughter wouldn't be able to enter the palace as a sixth-rank official with a title.
Hui Lingyi was also gentle and virtuous, and she served the emperor on the very first night, which was truly unique.
The next morning, because she had been summoned to the Emperor's bedchamber, she went to pay her respects to the Empress alone.
The Empress had someone help her to her feet and spoke some heartfelt words to her.
Outsiders don't know, but I doubt anyone would care.
Even if the Empress is in this state, and someone is won over, that person will likely change their mind within a few days.
After Hui Lingyi returned from serving the emperor, she received another round of rewards. Yan Nangui followed suit and gave her some things as well.
It wasn't very valuable.
Everyone was watching to see who would be next, and it seemed like it should be Zhuang Lingyi, since her father really needed her.
Sure enough, the next day, it was Consort Zhuang's turn to serve the Emperor. His Majesty went to the Jade Essence Palace in person.
Consort Xia also came out to greet the emperor; she had been ill ever since her demotion.
It's not too serious, but my complexion doesn't look good.
Shu Chengfeng ignored her, only said a few words to the second princess, and then told the mother and daughter to go back.
During this period, all the newcomers have passed the official examination, but as of now, His Majesty does not seem to particularly favor any particular newcomer.
Logically speaking, once a new concubine enters the palace, His Majesty will not visit the old concubines for several months.
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