Chu Yuan stood there, stunned, seemingly terrified.
Mingyue rushed over in a panic, crying out, "Master, your face!"
When Xin Jieyu saw that Chu Yuan's injuries were not serious, her eyes flickered.
She felt like she had gotten herself into trouble, but as soon as she thought about the child in her belly and the best life-saving residence that none of the other women in the harem had, she was no longer afraid.
Not only were they not afraid, but they also stood tall and proud, displaying remarkable spirit.
She swaggered over to Chu Yuan with her hands on her hips, looking down at her like she was a defeated opponent. "Lu Xueyuan, I, the Consort, just can't stand you. What can you do about it?"
Even if I only scratched your face today, or even if I killed you, who would stand up for you?
No! You absolutely mustn't fantasize about the emperor!
Do you think the Emperor would harm the heir he had worked so hard to secure for someone as insignificant as you?
Oh dear! Don't look at me like that. I know you hate me, but so what?
"Go ahead and catch them, beat them back!"
As she spoke, she deliberately pressed her belly against Chu Yuan, giving off an impression that "I'm pregnant, I'm a national treasure, and nobody dares to touch me."
It's blatant bullying by virtue of their size!
She was a Jieyu, while Lu Xueyuan was just a lowly Changzai!
"Haha." Xin Jieyu laughed triumphantly, her laughter wild and unrestrained. "Lu Xueyuan, if you dare to lay a hand on me, you will be committing treason, and I, Jieyu, have the right to execute you on the spot!"
At the entrance to the main hall, Chu Yuan had already caught a glimpse of a corner of Emperor Wei Xian's robe.
She pretended to shrink back and said, "Sister Xin, I didn't mean to hurt you, please don't..."
However, Xin Jieyu was in a state of smugness when Chu Yuan stepped back, which only made her more aggressive.
While continuing to approach Chu Yuan, he spoke recklessly: "Lu Xueyuan, accept your fate. If you have to serve the emperor again, you'll obediently go to Zixia Palace and be a concubine for life. Don't hang around in front of me!"
In this lifetime, you will never surpass me, Jieyu.
"I am now two ranks higher than you, and I will be promoted to Consort and then Imperial Consort. If I give birth to a prince, who knows... Hahahaha!"
Her maniacal laughter could probably be heard even outside the Forbidden City, revealing her scheming plans!
Emperor Xian of Wei pursed his thin lips, his face as black as ink, and his steps slowed down until finally, his tall figure stopped against the light at the palace entrance.
The sound was completely flat, like the unusual calm before a storm.
"Consort Xin, I'm curious, how do you plan to execute Consort Yuan on the spot?"
As that familiar, authoritative tone brushed past her ear, Xin Jieyu froze in disbelief, feeling as if she had instantly fallen into an ice cave.
She turned around stiffly, only to find that the man's face was indistinct due to the backlighting, but his eyes were filled with a dark, despairing intensity.
"Your Majesty..." Consort Xin's delicate voice trembled with an extreme intensity.
Emperor Xian of Wei didn't even glance at her, but gave Chu Yuan a meaningful look before saying to Eunuch Li, "Li Luhai, draft an edict to promote Consort Yuan to the rank of Jieyu, and bestow upon her the title Ying."
After he finished speaking, his calm, watery eyes turned coldly toward Xin Jieyu.
"Didn't you say she was two ranks below you and could never surpass you in this lifetime? Now that I've bestowed upon her the title of Jieyu and a formal honorific, doesn't that make her one rank above you?"
Consort Xin was shocked and her eyes were full of hurt. "Your Majesty, I was pregnant... Why did she..."
"Why?" Emperor Wei Xian examined Chu Yuan's face, his anger mixed with admiration. "Because even if she were disfigured, she would still be prettier than you. Besides, she is more sensible than you and would not displease me."
Upon hearing this, Xin Jieyu's legs went weak, and she almost fell over.
The emperor turned his head and teased Chu Yuan, "Consort Ying, what are you still standing there for? I've promoted your rank, don't you deserve a thank you?"
Chu Yuan snapped out of her daze, gracefully curtsied, and said, "Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty."
Emperor Xian of Wei took a long stride forward, gently lifted her up.
Not only that, he also led Chu Yuan to the main seat and had her sit next to him.
Looking down at Consort Xin with disdain, Emperor Wei Xian asked, "What, do you want me to ask Instructor Xi to teach you how to greet Consort Ying?"
Chu Yuan waved her hand dismissively, "Your Majesty need not..."
"Why wouldn't I use it? It's because you're so soft-hearted that she dares to ride roughshod over you!"
Chu Yuan: Yes, I have a gentle nature and need Your Majesty's protection...
Xin Jieyu was already dissatisfied, so naturally she refused.
His venomous gaze was fixed on Chu Yuan, who was nestled against Emperor Wei Xian. If looks could kill, Chu Yuan would probably have been torn to pieces by now.
Her father-in-law stepped forward to block her, saying, "Consort, the Emperor is currently very angry. You should do as he says. Even if it's just for the sake of the child, the Emperor will still come to see you once he calms down. Why be so hasty in this moment?"
The main problem was that what she said was too offensive, and her attitude was so arrogant.
Taking advantage of her pregnancy, she doesn't respect anyone. The Emperor was already very dissatisfied with Consort Fang's actions earlier.
Unexpectedly, I bumped into the scene today.
The Emperor still has some affection for Consort Yuan... well, she's now Consort Ying. Whether it was the first time he bestowed clothes and jewelry upon her, or when he suddenly remembered to give her food, or when the Imperial Observatory sent the wedding invitation today and the Emperor couldn't wait to come to the Chaoxia Palace, it all shows that the Emperor has not forgotten Consort Ying.
The Emperor was busy with state affairs and also had to take care of his children, leaving him with no time to spare.
Right now, wow, Yingjieyu's good days are coming!
In the end, Xin Jieyu could only reluctantly bow to Chu Yuan before leaving in frustration.
She had actually considered faking a stomachache. The Emperor valued offspring so much that he certainly wouldn't ignore her, but she was also wary that this was outside, not her Qilin Palace.
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