Chapter 203: Concubine in One Day 1
Because of Xiao Jingheng's instructions,
Early the next morning, Concubine Hui moved out of Changle Palace.
Before leaving, she was reluctant to leave Song Zhao, and said to him dejectedly:
"Sister Song, can I still come and play with you in the future?"
"Of course." Song Zhao smiled gently, "I am close to my sister, and of course I hope that she can come to my palace often when she is free."
Huipin then laughed heartlessly, "Well! Sister Song treats me the best~ Hehe~"
The smile on Song Zhao's face lasted until Huipin left in the sedan chair, and then it disappeared in an instant.
She looked at the huge procession, as if she had sent away the god of plague, and exhaled a breath.
Later, during the lunch break, Xiao Fuzi came to inform that the newcomer's position and residence had been decided.
The position was decided by Xiao Jingheng and the Queen Mother, while the palace was arranged by the Concubine Chen.
After Song Zhao took the abortion-preserving medicine, Xiao Fuzi told him in detail,
"In the past, Li Guiren's sister, like Miss Tong, was given the title of Changzai and moved to Zhaochun Palace to live with Concubine Hui."
"Kang, the daughter of the governor of Yingzhou, was only given a position of promise because of her low birth. She was moved to Yaohua Palace to live with Concubine Yao."
"As for He, the daughter of the Junior Minister of the Imperial Household, she was also given the title of a concubine and moved to... Zhongcui Palace."
"Zhongcui Palace?" Song Zhao raised his hand to interrupt Xiao Fuzi's words and asked in confusion: "After Shu Fei died, Zhongcui Palace was left empty and no one lived there. There is no master seat in that place, so why did she move there?"
Xiao Fuzi said in a deep voice: "This is exactly what I want to say... Zhongcui Palace now has a new master. It is the Mongolian king's only daughter, Runaren. She is valued by the emperor and awarded the title of concubine, Rupin."
Song Zhao used his armor to casually pick at a bunch of jasmine at hand. After a moment of silence, he said:
"I originally thought she would be able to get a noble man, but now it seems that I underestimated her. However, entering the palace and becoming a concubine is not without precedent. Now is the time when the Qi Dynasty is conquering various countries in the south and the north. The Mongolian tribe and Ying Fei's mother's family, the Adahu tribe, have all sent troops to help.
Although they are subordinate to the territories, when it comes to employing people, their status is no different from that of the princes. The emperor gave her the title of concubine to appease her mother's family."
Xiao Fuzi also understood this truth, but he still said unwillingly:
"But if this happens, Rupin will be on an equal footing with you. Her temper is even worse than that of the Concubine Chen. I'm afraid she will be a headache."
Song Zhao raised his lips to smile lightly, and said disapprovingly: "Others gave her face, she must be able to pick it up by herself to be considered lucky. The emperor gave her a favor and gave her the position of concubine, but whether she can hold on to that position depends on how capable she is."
Xiao Fuzi said, "Tonight the new concubine is praying for blessings in Jiangxue Pavilion, and a curfew has been issued in that area. When the decree of enthronement is sent down tomorrow morning, the matter will probably be settled."
Song Zhao raised his eyebrows and looked at him, "Yes, but isn't digging graves always done at night? Just wait and see how our Concubine Ru digs her own grave tonight."
After saying this, she looked at the jasmine flowers beside her, which were really blooming luxuriantly, and the fragrance was so fragrant that it made people feel relaxed and happy, so she asked again:
"Have all the jasmines that I asked the Flower and Bird Department for been delivered?"
"They have been delivered. They are all in excellent condition."
Song Zhao nodded and said, "Then let Yunshan send it to Jiangxuexuan to congratulate them on their new marriage."
*
At night,
In Jiangxuexuan, Rongyue is in the room.
Rong Yue sat in front of the couch and let Caiying carefully roll up her trouser legs for her.
Her calves were slender and white, but her calves were wrapped in gauze.
Caiying untied the gauze very gently.
Under the gauze, there are two narrow scars that have not yet healed.
It's like being whipped.
Caiying took the golden wound medicine and carefully sprinkled the powder on the wound on Rongyue's calf.
Her movements were already very gentle, but it still hurt so much that Rong Yue couldn't help but let out a slight hiss.
"My lady, did this servant hurt you?"
Rong Yue had an indifferent expression and shook her head without saying a word.
Caiying's eyes turned red instantly, "Master has never hit me before, but this time he was too harsh..."
"Don't cry." Rong Yue touched Caiying's head and forced a smile, "It was my foolish dream that irritated my father. I want him to wake me up with his own hands."
The master and servant seemed to be secretive about something, and neither of them said it clearly.
After Caiying applied medicine to Rongyue and rebandaged her wound, she whispered to her:
"There is a handwritten letter hidden in the jewelry box sent by Concubine Yi earlier, inviting you to meet tonight. However, there is a curfew at Jiangxuexuan tonight, and it is the night for newlyweds to purify themselves. If you go out without permission, it will offend the emperor's grace and national destiny, which is a great misfortune. My lady... do you still want to go?"
Rong Yue said coldly, "What does the emperor's grace and the fate of the country have to do with me? I only know that Zhao'er and I have been friends since childhood. I haven't seen her for many years, and I miss her very much. Now that the purification has been completed, the prayers have stopped. I will change into the clothes of a palace maid and go out, and be careful not to let anyone notice."
So, Caiying stopped trying to persuade her.
"Then I will dress you up. It is late at night and the frost is heavy. Please go and come back quickly."
At the same time, in Runaren's room, it was very lively.
Upon learning that she had been conferred the title of imperial concubine, the newcomers went to her room after performing purification rituals and praying for blessings, busying themselves to curry favor with her.
Finally, after everyone had left, only He Changzai stayed.
She lived with Runaren in Zhongcui Palace, and Runaren was the main lady in her palace, so naturally she had to flatter him more.
"Congratulations to Sister Ru. Tong came from a high-ranking family, but in the end, she only got the position of a concubine. Sister Ru was made a concubine in one fell swoop, which shows how much the emperor values her.
When the imperial edict comes tomorrow, sister will become one of the six concubines. How noble is her status? Tonight, all of us sisters came to congratulate sister on her new marriage, but why didn't Tong come to see sister? "
"When I mention that bitch, I get so angry!" The redness and swelling on Runaren's face had not yet subsided. She covered her cheeks and said bitterly, "If it weren't for her, I wouldn't have been beaten by the slave girl next to Concubine Chen and Concubine Yi!"
He Changzai flattered her, "Sister, you don't have to put up with her. You are already a concubine, are you still afraid of a little concubine like her? Sister, just show the power of a master of the palace and teach Tong a lesson!"
Hearing this, Runaren straightened her back and laughed wildly.
"Then let's go and see what that lame neck is busy with!"
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