Chapter 88: Liu Zhaoyi summons
Shen Yuning in front of the glass mirror given by Quan Minghe.
She looked graceful and elegant in the mirror.
Her hand gently stroked the upper frame.
This is made of fine red sandalwood, the wood texture is delicate and deep, and it is carved with intricate and exquisite patterns. The dragon and phoenix are lifelike, winding and circling on the frame.
It is no wonder that both Liu Zhaoyi and Yan Jieyu were so attracted to this glass mirror and competed for it.
After all, Quan Minghe has not yet enthroned the emperor and empress, so this glass mirror engraved with dragon and phoenix patterns naturally has extraordinary significance.
Apart from the frame, the mirror is what is truly amazing.
It is made of top-grade colored glass, clear and transparent without any impurities, clearly reflecting Shen Yuning's beautiful face and the scenery behind her.
Lan Ying stood quietly behind Shen Yuning, a smile on her lips, her gaze falling on her own queen through the mirror, her eyes full of admiration and pride.
"Your Majesty, His Majesty brought this glass mirror to Yaohua Palace a few days ago. Now the harem is really bustling."
"The people from the Shaofu seemed to have grown legs and sent many rare and precious things. Even many palace maids and eunuchs heard the news and came to Yaohua Palace to curry favor with them."
After all, many of the palace servants with some experience have been staying in the deep inner court for many years.
They had of course heard about the fight between Concubine Liu and Concubine Yan over the glass mirror.
Right now, Her Majesty is in need of people and is short of manpower. These palace servants have come forward on their own initiative to show their goodwill. If they can be won over and used by Her Majesty, it would be a good thing.
"These people all come for profit, and they will naturally disperse for profit. Lan Ying, you and Xi Tong must carefully identify them. If they can sincerely work for me, then it would be great. But you must be careful not to attract those who already have masters behind them, so as not to be calculated by others."
Shen Yuning looked at herself in the mirror and said calmly.
"Yes, I understand."
Just then, Bai Hua walked in.
Shen Yuning had previously taken the opportunity to mention to Quan Minghe the matter of letting Bai Hua enter the palace while she was with him.
Quan Minghe didn't care about the insignificant people under his command, so when she asked for it, he readily agreed.
"My lady, Consort Liu has summoned you."
Bai Hua stepped forward and knelt down, speaking softly.
Shen Yuning raised her eyebrows slightly.
"Did you tell me what it was?"
"It was not mentioned, but it seems that several imperial concubines have already gone there."
Bai Hua answered truthfully.
A slight smile appeared on Shen Yuning's lips.
The fingertips slowly moved along the dragon and phoenix patterns.
Is this finally unbearable?
"Let's go and see what's going on."
Shen Yuning raised her chin slightly and walked out of the palace. Lan Ying and Bai Hua followed behind her, and the group headed towards Liu Zhaoyi's palace in a mighty manner.
Yongan Palace.
When Shen Yuning stepped into the hall, Liu Zhaoyi was sitting in the upper seat with a dignified look.
On the left and right sides, sat Concubine Su, Concubine Wang, Concubine Zuo, and several imperial concubines of lower ranks.
Everyone sat upright, and a subtle and oppressive atmosphere filled the hall.
Shen Yuning glanced around and saw that the first seat to the right of Liu Zhaoyi was empty.
This is her place.
She walked to the center of the hall, knelt slightly, and bowed: "I pay my respects to the Empress Zhaoyi."
"Jieyu Shen, please get up."
Liu Shihan raised her hand slightly, motioning her to stand up.
But his eyes were always fixed on Shen Yuning's face.
The Concubine Shen in front of me looks exactly like the Princess of Lingyang County!
Her sister's lover was taken away bit by bit by the Princess.
This Concubine Shen has seduced His Majesty in the harem to make exceptions many times and favor her.
Could it be that the Shen sisters and the Liu sisters are in conflict?
Liu Zhaoyi felt disgusted in her heart, but her face remained gentle.
Shen Yuning stood up as instructed and sat down calmly.
She met eyes with Concubine Su and they nodded to each other.
The other imperial concubines of lower ranks bowed and greeted her with a respectful and humble attitude.
Concubine Wang was sitting aside. This was the first time she met Concubine Shen.
This Concubine Shen has such a bright and beautiful face and a stunning appearance.
No wonder His Majesty is so fond of Concubine Shen!
His Majesty has always liked such charming and attractive women, and Concubine Shen’s appearance is so beautiful that even she can’t help but feel jealous when she sees her.
Concubine Wang secretly hated him and clenched her hands slightly in her sleeves.
An idea suddenly occurred to her.
If Concubine Shen's appearance is ruined, will His Majesty abandon her like a piece of trash?
This thought made her heart skip a beat, as if she had finally found a way to make Concubine Shen fall out of favor.
But at the moment, he could only suppress the dangerous thoughts in his mind and force a smile on his face.
She stood up and bowed, saying, "I pay my respects to Concubine Shen."
"Sisters, get up."
Shen Yuning raised her hand slightly and spoke softly.
Then his gaze shifted to Liu Zhaoyi.
"I wonder why Empress Zhaoyi summoned us here today?"
"Concubine Shen, I know that you have been favored by His Majesty recently and have enjoyed great success."
"However, since I am in charge of all matters in the harem, I cannot turn a deaf ear to the demands of the sisters in the harem, and I need to listen to their feedback."
A faint smile appeared on Shen Yuning's lips.
"Oh? But I don't know which sister went to my sister and what she said?"
Her tone was calm, yet contained a hint of provocation.
"The weather has been getting hotter and hotter recently. Concubine Yan, Concubine Wang, Concubine Zuo and some of my sisters seem to have insufficient ice in the palace. They all came to ask me what's going on."
Liu Zhaoyi's gaze swept across everyone's faces one by one, finally landing on Shen Yuning.
"Especially Concubine Yan, whose face was already damaged, and because of the hot weather, I heard that her recovery has become even worse."
There seemed to be regret in her tone.
"I just sent someone to the Shaofu to get the usage information of ice cubes in each palace. I never thought that almost all the ice cubes were sent to Yaohua Palace."
Liu Zhaoyi's voice suddenly became louder, with a questioning look in her eyes.
"Concubine Shen, do you have anything to say about this?"
Shen Yuning raised her eyebrows, and a hint of innocence and surprise flashed in her eyes.
"The ice in Yaohua Palace has always been delivered by the Shaofu according to custom. The Concubine Zhaoyi has been in charge of palace affairs for a long time. She must know the ins and outs of this much better than I do. Why are you asking me now?"
"I have only been in the palace for a short time, how can I know how much the young master sent?"
Her words were sincere, but every word made sense.
"Since Concubine Shen refuses to admit it, then call the Imperial Household's steward to come and question her."
Liu Zhaoyi snorted coldly.
As soon as he finished speaking, the imperial steward who had been waiting outside the hall hurried into the hall.
He bowed respectfully and said, "Your Majesty, I, the Imperial Official, am here to see you, the ladies."
"Get up."
"You eunuchs are in charge of the ice storage room in the palace. It's so hot now, why is there enough ice in Yaohua Palace, while other imperial concubines have very little ice?"
The imperial eunuch showed hesitation on his face and seemed to be hesitant to speak.
He would secretly glance at Shen Yuning from time to time, as if he was afraid of something.
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