Chapter 012 Chapter 12
Chapter 12
Wen Yunu has been raised with care and pampered since she was a child, so she has never been subjected to such mocking words.
Yu Ronghua glanced at her and turned away.
Luo Wan supported Wen Yunu and said with sarcasm, "How can you decide where to live? Besides, if Yu Ronghua said that, she would label you as a seducer. How could she do that?"
Wen Yunu's tears fell, and she wiped the beads off her face with her own hands. "Go and pay your respects to the Empress first. Today is the first day, so don't be late."
When Waiter Yu Nu arrived at Fengyi Palace, everyone was already there except for one empty seat at the top.
Wen Yunu found her seat and sat down. Shen Chongyi suddenly said, "I heard that Wen Yunu was very beautiful when we were selecting girls. I see that she is indeed quite good-looking today."
Ordinary people might be happy to hear this, but Wen Yunu was blocked by Yu Ronghua this morning, and she still can't forget the harshness in the words. Wen Yunu just smiled and complimented Shen Chongyi's words, not daring to have any other reaction.
Yu Ronghua sneered, "I'm sure Wen Yunu has heard Shen Chongyi's words so many times that she doesn't know what else to say."
Shen Chongyi's smile froze, and Wen Yunu quickly stood up and waved her hand, "I didn't mean that."
The Queen spoke up immediately, "Well, today is the first day the bride enters the palace, we should be harmonious."
The voice of the eunuch outside came in, and Concubine Shu walked lightly into the inner hall, first swept among the concubines, and then went to pay her respects to the empress.
The queen was always gentle, and with a smile on her face, she said, "Since you have entered the palace, you are one family. Serving the emperor well and having children are the most important things. I like harmony the most, so don't forget your duties."
Wen Yunu and the newly arrived concubines all stood up and said, "We will listen to the instructions of the Empress."
The Concubine Shu sat there expressionlessly. They were all vixens but pretended to be good on the surface. Maybe after serving the emperor in bed once, they would become so arrogant that they would not take others seriously!
The Queen appreciated the things and said a few simple words before leaving. Concubine Shu and Yu Ronghua were both exceptionally quiet today until they walked out of the hall. Yu Ronghua should have left the inner hall first, but Concubine Shu walked straight past Yu Ronghua without caring, bumping into her arm and causing her to stumble.
"You!" Yu Ronghua was furious, "What do you mean, Madam Shufei?"
Concubine Shu took down her hair with her jade hands and turned around slowly, "So my sister is here. I didn't see her just now."
"But don't be angry yet, sister. Wen Yu is now living in the same palace with you, and she is the best among the newcomers. When Wen Yu serves you in bed, you may get angry."
After saying this, Concubine Shu left triumphantly.
The pace of Concubine Shu's procession was much faster than that of Wen Yunu. Her Qingyi Palace was in the same direction as Hanyu Palace, so she could naturally see Wen Yunu walking leisurely along the palace path.
With a turn of her eyes, Concubine Shu winked at Liu Jin, who said in a flat voice, "Get out of the sedan chair."
When Wen Yunu heard the voice, she turned around and half-knelt. Her face was still pale and she lowered her head to cover her unpleasant complexion.
Liu Jin walked to Wen Yunu's side, smiling, "The Concubine Shu wants to go to Yu Garden with you to appreciate the flowers. Is it possible for you to be free?"
Wen Yunu looked towards Concubine Shu timidly and said, "In that case, Aunt Lao will lead the way."
Her hand suddenly clenched and then suddenly released. Wen Yunu bit her lower lip lightly and looked at Luo Wan again. With Luo Wan's affirmative gaze, Wen Yunu followed Liu Jin into the depths of the Yu Garden.
The pavilion stands on the sparkling lake surface, and the curtains around it move slightly, blocking out the stunning beauty.
After Liu Jin opened the curtains, Wen Yunu walked in slowly, her hands tangled together as she saluted Shufei nervously.
Concubine Shu stood up and helped Wen Yunu up. "I've heard that you are very talented and talented. I feel very close to you today. I think the morning light should not be wasted, so I specially invited you to come and enjoy the scenery with me."
Wen Yunu blushed, "Thank you, Madam Shufei, for your kindness."
Concubine Shu pulled Wen Yunu to sit in front of the stone table. The palace maids had already placed ice basins around them, with seasonal fruits in the ice basins. Only Concubine Shu, who was favored by many people, could enjoy such treatment.
"I've been chatting with you for half a day and I forgot to ask you if everything is okay in Hanyu Palace?"
Wen Yunu's mood had just calmed down, but when she heard Concubine Shu's words, the grapes in her hand fell to the ground, "Yu Ronghua..."
Concubine Shu sighed, "I know you are not doing well. Such a lovely person has to suffer her anger. But if the emperor sees this, he will definitely love me. It is only a matter of time before I move out of Hanyu Palace."
Wen Yunu walked out of the pavilion and did not speak a word until she returned to Hanyu Palace.
Since you are disliked by others, why bother to please others?
…
The new bride entered the palace, but the emperor did not pick her for several days.
Wen Yunu was fanning herself with a round fan, while Luo Wan whispered beside her: "The new ladies in the palace have sent soup to the emperor from time to time. Although the emperor has not yet entered the harem, he may have heard them so many times that he has remembered their names. Would you like to send some, too?"
Her hand paused, Wen Yu'nu hesitated and shook her head. There was a beautiful aunt in the family, and her father would go to this aunt's yard every half of the month. She had seen it with her own eyes. When everyone else was looking forward to her father's visit, only the aunt would push her father away. However, the more the aunt did this, the more her father liked it.
Wen Yunu's heart was beating so fast, she just hoped that it would be useful to the emperor as well.
Lady Shufei was right. Only if she fought for it herself would she have a chance to leave Hanyu Palace and no longer have to endure the mistress's anger.
Luo Wan sighed and was about to go get dinner for her master when the former eunuch came over with his men. "Is Miss Wen in there?"
Luo Wan's eyes sparkled as she nodded quickly, "The master is here. I'll go in and tell him."
Wei Maoyuan agreed to Luo Wan's words and waited at the door for a while before Wen Yunu came out. "Why is Eunuch Wei here?"
"Congratulations, young lady." Wei Maoyuan smiled. "The emperor has turned over your name card tonight. The emperor will come to Youzhouxuan during dinner. Young lady, please pack up and prepare to welcome the emperor."
Wen Yunu was stunned for a moment, then she took a deep breath and held Luo Wan's hand, "Thank you for coming here, Eunuch Lao. These gold leaves are like tea for you."
Wei Maoyuan said: "Thank you, young master. I am the first among the newcomers. This is an honor I have never asked for."
Wen Yunu covered her tears, fortunately, the method was effective.
It is impossible for Yu Ronghua not to have heard such a big battle in Youzhouxuan. Her beautiful eyes were filled with hatred, and her armor was almost embedded in the pillars. "Did Ruan Yun's medicine arrive on time?"
Shen Lu nodded, “Master, don’t worry, I saw her drink it with my own eyes, she dared not not drink it.”
We'll see. Wen Yunu wants the emperor's favor, but she won't give it to him!
Yu Ronghua said in a hoarse voice, "The emperor will come tonight and ask Ruan Yun to tend to the flowers and plants in the front hall. He told her to fill the bottle with dew or she would not be allowed to return to her room!"
Chen Lu agreed with Yu Ronghua's words, and then asked uncertainly, "Wen Yunu has a simple mind and seems to be a person who likes to show off. Are you really not going to pull Wen Yunu?"
Yuronghua's nine-layer skirt with ivy tail and hundreds of flowers swayed dramatically, "Does she deserve it?"
Anyone who wants to compete with her for the emperor, or anyone who dares to touch anything of hers, should not have a good end!
…
Wen Yunu specially set up a table full of food and waited outside the palace for the emperor to come.
The summer night breeze blows gently on your face, adding a bit of tranquility unlike the scorching heat of the day. Occasionally, cicadas chirp in the grass not far away, and the dim light of the palace lanterns contrasts with the moonlight.
Luo Wan helped Wen Yunu adjust her dress, "My lady, you look really beautiful tonight. The emperor will definitely like it."
Wen Yunu said in a coquettish voice: "As long as the emperor likes it, it's fine."
The eunuch in the palace was very smart. He came in to announce that the emperor's carriage was about to arrive. Wen Yunu's breathing became faster and she said softly, "May the emperor be well."
Yan Shiyu stepped down from the imperial carriage, stood in front of Wen Yunu in his dragon-patterned cloud boots, and said in a calm voice, "Get up."
After saying that, he walked straight towards Youzhouxuan. When passing the front hall, Yan Shiyu subconsciously looked inside. Ruan Yun's black hair was blown by the wind. When she saw him looking at her, she took a step back like a frightened rabbit, almost burying herself in the flower bed.
Wen Yunu stood beside the emperor and looked in the direction of Yan Shiyu's eyes with some doubt, "Your Majesty?"
Yan Shiyu glanced at Wen Yunu and then strode towards the inner hall.
Wen Yunu clenched the handkerchief in her hand. Even in the darkness of the night, she could still see that the person standing there was a famous palace maid. So the person the emperor was looking at was her, right?
Luo Wan's reminder brought Wen Yunu back to her senses. She quickly forced a smile and loosened the veil again. No matter who it was, as long as she could sleep with him smoothly tonight, it would be good.
The silver covers were removed one by one by the palace maids, and Wen Yunu personally served the emperor meals.
After removing all the food, Wen Yunu looked at the emperor. With Luo Wan's encouraging eyes, she said softly, "Your Majesty is busy with state affairs. I have asked someone to prepare a lily and mung bean soup to cool you down. Would Your Majesty like to try it?"
Yan Shiyu paused while flipping through the book, his dark eyes fell on Wen Yunu, and he said with a half-smile, "Okay."
The emperor's black eyes suddenly looked over, and Wen Yunu's heart was beating like a deer, and she couldn't suppress the throbbing feeling no matter what.
Taking the bowls and cups from the palace maid and placing them next to Yan Shiyu, Wen Yunu said cautiously, "I made the decision on my own. Your Majesty, do you think it suits your taste?"
Yan Shiyu used a jade-white porcelain spoon to stir the soup, but did not drink a sip. He knocked on the table and said, "It's too sweet."
Wen Yunu hurried forward and said, "Your Majesty, please forgive me. Can I ask someone to change a bowl for you?"
Yan Shiyu closed his eyes and said in a calm tone, "It's late, go to bed early."
Wen Yunu agreed with a rosy face and lay on the bed. She remembered what her mother and the nanny taught her, that the first time is always uncomfortable. Her face turned pale and she bit her lips tightly, not shouting out a word. The most important thing was to make the emperor happy.
Yan Shiyu's dark eyes fixed on Wen Yunu's face. The bitter look on her face made him suddenly lose interest. After a quarter of an hour, he asked for water to be drained and went straight into the bathroom.
Wen Yunu was helped up by Luo Wan. She curled her lips and was about to cry, "Luo Wan, it hurts so much."
Luo Wan coaxed Wen Yunu, "After tonight, my lady will have unlimited glory, just be patient."
There were bruises all over Wen Yunu's body. Yan Shiyu had already lain down after taking a bath. She quietly lay down beside Yan Shiyu. She was in pain all over and she could not sleep well.
Yan Shiyu felt that the person beside him was breathing more heavily, so he did not dare to stir too much. He sat up and said, "Wei Maoyuan."
Wen Yunu was awakened by Yan Shiyu. She had not fallen asleep to begin with, and such a big movement had injured her. Her face turned pale, "Your Majesty, are you not staying tonight?"
There was expectation and even pleading in her eyes. Yan Shiyu said in a neutral tone, "You should have a good rest."
Wen Yunu made the most daring move of her life and grabbed the corner of Yan Shiyu's clothes, "Your Majesty... can you please not leave?"
Yan Shiyu's dark eyes darkened, shocking Wen Yunu to let go. As she looked expectant, Yan Shiyu pressed his forehead and said, "Take a break."
Lying back on the bed, Wen Yunu's heart finally sank.
Ruan Jun sat with her knees hugged in front of the flower bed, holding a white jade porcelain vase in her hand. She did not sleep, nor did she dare to sleep.
The wind tonight made Ruan Yun feel suddenly cold, shocking her to the point of breaking out in a cold sweat in the summer. She hugged her husband tighter, her face slightly tired.
She was still lost in thought when a dark shadow appeared in front of her.
The moment Ruan Yun looked up, the porcelain bottle in her hand fell to the ground because the person holding it was startled. It rolled around and landed at Ruan Yun's feet. She knelt down quickly, "Your Majesty."
Yan Shiyu lowered his eyes and turned the white jade ring with his hand behind his back.
She looked extremely frightened, her body trembling constantly, and when she knelt down, the whiteness of her neck was visible, and her shadow brushed against her face under the shadow of the lamp.
Yan Shiyu took another step closer, "What are you afraid of?"
Ruan Yun did not raise her head and said timidly, "Who wouldn't be afraid of the emperor's face?"
The flattering words sounded particularly harsh coming from Ruan Jun's mouth. Yan Shiyu knew clearly that Ruan Jun was not as weak as she looked.
"Have you used the Jade Cream I gave you that day?" The flower garden in front of the hall was full of flowers, and the rich fragrance blew across your nose with the wind.
Ruan Yun spoke up at the right time, "The emperor gave it to the master, how can a servant use it?"
"Oh?" Yan Shiyu let out a low laugh, "Deceiving the emperor is a crime."
Ruan Yun looked up in panic, tears welling up in her almond-shaped eyes, like a deer that accidentally strayed into the forest, "Your Majesty..."
She looked at You Zhouxuan with fear, "If the Emperor came out like this, if Wen Yu knew..."
But before she could finish her words, Ruan Jun was pulled up by Yan Shiyu, who held her hand with his rough hands. Yan Shiyu's eyes darkened, and he pulled her closer to his arms:
"Why? Are you afraid too?"
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