Chapter 219 Corner
"Don't talk nonsense. This is the palace. You could lose your head if you say something careless." A palace maid cautiously looked around.
Xiao Yan was very close to Yun Guang Lake. However, because of the low-lying terrain, people crossing the bridge could not see this place.
Seeing Xiao Qing standing there silently, Xiao Yan knew that he was listening to someone speak.
"What are you afraid of? Who would be here at this time? Besides, even if they heard it, so what? You're not usually this cautious."
"What are you saying? When have I not been extremely careful? We who serve in the palace can't just do whatever we want. Besides, there will soon be a new master in the palace, look at that Lady Wang..."
"I heard from them that Wang Liangren will definitely be selected. I don't know if it's true or not."
"Of course it's true. Think about it, Lady Wang's father is the current prime minister. The prime minister and the grand tutor are His Majesty's right and left arms. No one can be missing. How could the prime minister's daughter be left out?"
"If that's the case, then Lady Fu will also be selected, since her brother is the Grand Tutor of the current dynasty."
"Of course."
The palace maid had a gossipy look on her face.
However, she paused and then said, "But His Majesty doesn't seem to like them. His Majesty prefers that Lady Chu."
"I heard she plays the piano very well."
"So what? I think she's in big trouble."
"What makes you say that?"
Xiao Qing nodded, also wanting to hear her opinion.
"Think about it, it's the same principle as before. Which of the concubines who can stand firm in this palace isn't talented and beautiful, and come from excellent families? As for Consort Chu, although she is talented and beautiful, her family background is not good, which puts her at a disadvantage."
"Besides, she has also caught His Majesty's attention. It's not a big deal that Consort Fu doesn't compete or fight for anything, but Consort Wang's personality is not one to tolerate others."
Another palace maid thought for a moment and said, "You're right. If His Majesty doesn't like him, it won't matter. But His Majesty likes her, and her family background isn't as good as the Wang and Fu families. If she enters the palace, she'll probably be bullied."
"I didn't expect His Majesty to like someone like Consort Chu. However, compared to her sister, Consort Chu's temperament is quite good."
"What good is a good temperament? I'm afraid even the Chu family won't support her in the end."
"That can't be right. After all, they're close relatives. How could they not help with this? Besides, Consort Chu is favored in the palace, so they can rise to prominence outside. What a great thing!"
"That's true, but Consort Wang is injured, and His Majesty has no interest in choosing a consort. His mind is entirely focused on Consort Chu. How can Consort Wang's father let this go?"
Xiao Qing frowned, thinking that these two palace maids really knew a lot. However, it was probably inappropriate for them to discuss court affairs and the various noblemen in the palace.
The two palace maids finally crossed the Flying Rainbow Bridge and said goodbye to each other under the bridge.
Xiao was not happy to hear this and was about to say that he was going back when someone else walked across Feihong Bridge.
Because the other side of Feihong Bridge was full of women, it was mostly palace maids moving around and running errands.
This time there were three palace maids, who looked quite young.
One of them was crying, but seemed afraid to make a sound, so he sobbed and wiped his tears with the back of his hand.
Two older palace maids beside her advised her, "Don't cry. The masters don't like this, and they might punish you again."
"It's not that I find it unpleasant; it's that people are taking their anger out on me," the young palace maid said without any restraint, clearly harboring resentment.
“I told you not to talk, but you still kept talking. The situation is different now than before. Before, we only had one master, His Majesty. His Majesty was lenient, so we had an easier time. If anyone else did something wrong, as long as the master was willing to let it go, everything would be fine.”
"Stop talking nonsense. That was a long time ago. Now you should all serve your masters properly. Why are you wasting so much breath?"
"You're quite optimistic. Yesterday, Wang Liangren slapped your hand, saying that your long fingers are perfect for playing the piano..."
"Although Wang Liangren is injured, she is still angry."
"How could she not be angry? She was determined to enter the palace, but His Majesty had no interest in her at all, and instead fell in love with Consort Chu. It's no wonder she was angry."
"But if I may say something inappropriate, Your Majesty's actions..."
"Slap yourself! How could you say such a thing!"
"His Majesty isn't here, so what's there to be afraid of? Even if he were here, His Majesty has always been kind and compassionate to us servants, as long as..."
Xiao Qing, you don't look too well.
These two people all love to gossip. Moreover, they rarely hold back when they say these things, clearly because it's something they're used to doing on a daily basis.
No wonder the Chu Lianzhou Palace was poorly managed at the time.
That's absolutely true.
No wonder Fu Mingyi changed his mind and wanted Chu Lianzhou to enter the palace.
"His Majesty's actions clearly indicate he doesn't want to choose a consort. I think Miss Chu is right; His Majesty likes Consort Chu and probably wants to choose her. Unfortunately, Consort Wang and Consort Fu are in his way, so His Majesty..."
"Keep talking, keep talking! I think you're asking for a beating!"
At this time, the sun gradually climbed to its zenith, and it was time for the palace maids to carry out their duties.
"Slap yourself! How could you say such a thing!"
"His Majesty isn't here, so what's there to be afraid of? Even if he were here, His Majesty has always been kind and compassionate to us servants, as long as..."
Xiao Qing, you don't look too well.
These two people all love to gossip. Moreover, they rarely hold back when they say these things, clearly because it's something they're used to doing on a daily basis.
No wonder the Chu Lianzhou Palace was poorly managed at the time.
That's absolutely true.
No wonder Fu Mingyi changed his mind and wanted Chu Lianzhou to enter the palace.
"His Majesty's actions clearly indicate he doesn't want to choose a consort. I think Miss Chu is right; His Majesty likes Consort Chu and probably wants to choose her. Unfortunately, Consort Wang and Consort Fu are in his way, so His Majesty..."
"Keep talking, keep talking! I think you're asking for a beating!"
At this time, the sun gradually climbed to its zenith, and it was time for the palace maids to carry out their duties.
After they left, Xiao Qing overheard some gossip among the palace maids, and his face darkened completely.
This is still inside the palace, not outside.
The palace is already buzzing with discussion about what happened earlier; if word gets out, who knows what will happen.
Xiao Yan looked uneasy. "Brother, these palace maids are just joking around when they have nothing to do. Please don't take it to heart."
Xiao Qing said indifferently, "One or two is fine..." She glanced at Xiao Yan, "I'll head back first. Brother Yan, you should also head back soon."
"Respectfully seeing off my imperial brother."
After Xiao Qing left, Dan Ying nervously approached, "Your Highness, will His Majesty find out?"
Xiao Yan's lips curled up slightly. "So what if they found out? My brother is a smart man."
He wouldn't say anything more.
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