“He doesn’t live in the Third Prince’s residence.” Qiao Zhen knew she was referring to the Third Prince’s only son.
"Really?" Chen Siyuan breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. As long as they didn't live together, Qiao Zhen should be much safer. However, thinking that Madam Liu later became the Empress, she couldn't help but remind her, "Now that you are the Third Prince's Consort, there are too many people watching you. Be more careful in everything you do."
"Yes, I know."
"Also, since you've just arrived there, don't underestimate those people. Who knows what they might do to you behind your back."
"It's alright. Has my sister-in-law forgotten that I can't have children?"
"You..." Chen Siyuan was speechless. She had just been worried, but this person's words had dispelled all her worries.
Yes, Qiao Zhen in front of us is now the Third Prince's Consort. She used the trick of being unable to have children to extinguish the hopes of many people.
The fact that she has no heir means that she could lose her position at any time.
"I'm not a newbie, I won't let myself be bullied."
Chen Siyuan stared at Qiao Zhen for a long time, and finally could only sigh, "Alright, I won't say anything more. But, have you found the person who poisoned you?"
Qiao Zhen smiled as she looked at Chen Siyuan.
Chen Siyuan immediately sensed something was wrong, opened her eyes wide, and looked at Qiao Zhen.
You're right.
Hearing this, Chen Siyuan was speechless for a long time.
He's definitely a ruthless person.
She's overthinking things; she could even do that to herself.
She's currently the Third Prince's wife, and later a Noble Consort, the most favored one. What does she have to worry about?
The two women soon returned to the banquet hall.
Because the Emperor was not present, and Consort Hua had also left, the banquet did not last long.
Just as everyone was considering leaving, several ministers went to the Imperial Study, while the women went to Consort Hua's Yongchun Palace.
Chen Siyuan and Madam Qiao walked behind, feeling that today's banquet was not very pleasant.
They arrived at Yongchun Palace and initially only paid their respects.
Chen Siyuan stood out in the crowd, but many people were watching her every move.
Chen Siyuan tried her best to make herself less noticeable, as she felt that Consort Hua was somewhat different today.
Her actions were highly inappropriate.
She's not the empress, but she's even more pretentious than one.
If the Emperor intends to elevate Consort Hua to Empress, this will be fine. However, if the Emperor does not intend to do so, Consort Hua's situation will become precarious.
She waited quietly for someone to suffer misfortune.
They also hoped that someone would appear and see if they could give the situation a boost.
Suddenly, a series of hurried footsteps came from outside, followed by the eunuch's shrill voice.
"Her Majesty the Imperial Concubine has arrived!"
Chen Siyuan raised an eyebrow, thinking to herself, "Why is the Empress Dowager here?"
The Dowager Consort rarely appears in front of people. Not long ago, after the incident caused by the head maidservant of Princess Honglian at Ping'an Temple, the Dowager Consort never appeared in front of people again. Why did she suddenly come to Yong'an Palace today?
Thinking to myself, the group of people arrived soon after.
Chen Siyuan glanced at the scene and saw Consort Qing and Princess Qiya standing beside the Dowager Consort.
As everyone knelt and performed the grand ceremony, Chen Siyuan followed suit and knelt down.
He thought to himself, "I hope Princess Qiya knows what she should and shouldn't say."
If she offends the Dowager today and implicates others, she will expose Princess Qiya's true identity on the spot.
"Greetings, Your Highness." Consort Hua bowed respectfully as the Empress Dowager approached.
At this critical moment, as the mother of the third prince, she absolutely could not make any mistakes, much less hold her son back.
"Rise!" The Dowager Consort sat in the main seat and raised her hand to Consort Hua.
Consort Qing sat in the seat to the left of the Dowager Consort, with Princess Qiya standing beside her.
Consort Hua rose and went to the left, looking at the Dowager Consort with a gentle smile in her eyes.
"No wonder I didn't see my sister earlier, she went to see the Dowager Consort." Consort Hua said, glancing at Consort Qing, intentionally implying that someone had disturbed the Dowager Consort's rest.
"Sister, you're joking. They've all come to your place, so they must have some strange and wonderful things. I just want to get in on the good side too." Consort Qing made no mention of the Dowager Consort.
Standing below, Chen Siyuan heard someone enunciating the character "Wenjue" and felt very tired.
She knew that no matter how tired Xiao was, he should stay quiet.
"The Empress Dowager and my sister have arrived just in time," said Consort Hua, patting her hand lightly twice.
A clear and melodious sound came from behind the screen.
Then I saw another beautiful figure behind the screen.
Because of the screen, one cannot see the other person's appearance, but the shadow cast on the screen clearly shows a graceful figure.
You can't see people, only figures dancing behind the screen.
With her graceful movements, even Chen Siyuan, a woman herself, couldn't help but be attracted.
What a beautiful dance! As the dancers swayed, the sound of bells rang out, and a fragrant aroma filled the air.
You can appreciate the dance moves even more when you can't see the people.
Everyone's attention was drawn to it, and even the Dowager Consort, who was used to the storms in the palace, couldn't help but look over.
Suddenly a leg emerged from behind the screen. Just when everyone thought they would finally see the person, they were disappointed.
They only saw one leg, and quickly withdrew their gaze.
Then it was an arm, then a back view, but I never saw who it was.
At this moment, everyone felt ticklish from the dancer's touch.
As I watched, I realized that this way of dancing had a unique charm.
Chen Siyuan felt that this person looked somewhat familiar.
She doesn't yet have the ability to determine who someone is just by looking at an arm or a leg.
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