The master and servant exchanged a glance, understanding each other perfectly.
Xu Mingzhi was still carefully examining the furnishings in Consort Min's palace and was greatly shocked by them. If he had a few of these items, he would never have to worry about food and clothing for the rest of his life.
He thought Xu Yuehuai's Tianxiang Tower was already magnificent, but he didn't expect this palace to be even more grand. If he could move in, he would never have to worry about food and clothing for the rest of his life.
"Now that Young Master Xu has arrived at the palace, why not take this opportunity to have some fun? I'll treat you, and Pingping will accompany you around." Consort Min smiled.
Since Xu Yuehuai is now staying in the palace, she naturally wants to keep Xu Mingzhi there to annoy her as well.
However, Xu Mingzhi was now so engrossed in what he saw that he was completely absorbed in the pursuit of wealth and glory that he didn't hear a word the two women were saying.
When Consort Min saw this scene, her eyes flashed with anxiety and displeasure once again.
They were just poor country folk, completely ignorant of manners.
Just then, the servants who brought lunch arrived, and the palace maids carried in plates one by one.
As he passed by Xu Mingzhi, he couldn't help but drool at the aroma, and couldn't help but sigh that the palace was so much better, with such grand and fragrant dishes served.
Not to mention, he hadn't had a proper meal for several days.
Consort Min, who was not far away, looked at Xu Mingzhi's poor appearance and felt extremely disgusted.
However, she still spoke up: "Pingping, quickly have someone take him to eat."
When Xu Mingzhi heard that Consort Min had allowed him to eat, a satisfied expression instantly appeared on his face.
"Thank you, Your Highness, thank you, Your Highness." He chuckled, his face full of greedy smiles.
Now, all he wants is to be able to eat his fill.
Pingping agreed and immediately pointed to a palace maid: "Take Young Master Xu to get something to eat."
"Young Master Xu, just follow her." She said with a smile.
Although she was smiling, she felt disgusted inside. She felt nauseous just looking at Xu Mingzhi, let alone Consort Min.
Xu Mingzhi had long since lost control; he could barely walk straight.
Although the palace maid was somewhat dissatisfied, she still led Xu Mingzhi to a side hall, served him a separate meal, and set out a large table.
That table was clearly a Manchu Han Imperial Feast, complete with chicken, duck, fish, and meat.
Xu Mingzhi could no longer contain his drooling. He didn't care about rules anymore and just grabbed the meat and stuffed it into his mouth.
The maids and eunuchs standing nearby were also stunned, wondering where this beggar had come from.
Even ordinary people shouldn't be so unruly.
Xu Mingzhi didn't care about the stares at all and wolfed down his food.
...
Just as Pingping was bringing the person into the palace, she didn't expect to be seen by Amber.
Seeing this, Amber couldn't help but feel surprised and a little panicked. This Consort Min had secretly summoned a man into the palace; she was afraid it would have some kind of impact.
Therefore, as soon as she returned to the palace, she ran to report to the Empress.
"Your Majesty, Consort Min's head maid brought a man back to the palace from the palace gate." Amber looked flustered and was even panting heavily.
The Empress was very curious, and Xu Yuehuai was also puzzled, wondering what kind of trouble Consort Min was up to.
The two exchanged a glance, both feeling that there must be something fishy going on.
However, Xu Yuehuai had no intention of meddling in other people's business.
"Ah Yue, I am not feeling well. Go to Consort Min's palace later and check on her." After thinking for a while, the Empress decided to send Xu Yuehuai to find out the news. "If Consort Min has done anything that disgraces the royal family, I will also be held responsible."
"Your Majesty..." Xu Yuehuai was unhappy, but for a moment she didn't know what excuse to give to refuse.
Amber quickly smiled wryly, "Princess Heyue, my lady is really unwell, otherwise she would definitely have gone there herself. I'm sorry to trouble you. Don't worry, once my lady recovers, she will definitely thank you properly."
The master and servant's words were clearly meant to force Xu Yuehuai to come to their door.
After thinking it over carefully, she decided to agree.
"Yes." Xu Yuehuai agreed, but for a moment she couldn't think of a suitable excuse to see Consort Min. "However, I have never had any dealings with Consort Min before. If I were to go there so abruptly now, I'm afraid it would arouse suspicion. Perhaps..."
She politely declined again.
However, since the Empress made this request today, Xu Yuehuai will definitely have to go.
Her face furrowed slightly as she began to think of a solution.
After a moment, she immediately said, "Amber, quickly go and get some tonics. Consort Min has only given birth to two princesses over the years, and I also hope that she can give birth to another son for His Majesty."
"Ah Yue, I wish to bestow some tonics upon Consort Min. Please send them to her." The Empress immediately found a good excuse for her.
After she finished speaking, Xu Yuehuai had a wry smile on her face.
Now that things have come to this, she has no chance to escape: "Yes, Your Majesty."
Xu Yuehuai took the Empress's tonics and went to Consort Min's palace.
Since this matter could not be discussed, she did not bring two people with her, but only a palace maid carrying tonics.
...
When Consort Min heard the announcement, she frowned and asked, "Why is she here? Pingping, was anyone seen bringing Xu Mingzhi here?"
“It shouldn’t be…” Pingping was also a little unsure for a moment, so she could only say, “I’m afraid that the guards at the palace gate have already told them about it in order to curry favor with the Empress.”
Consort Min did not speak again.
Most of the guards at the palace gate had been replaced by her trusted confidants, and Pingping was her own dowry maid, so there was absolutely no way she could have any problems. Therefore, the only way she could have been seen by others on the road.
She thought about it carefully and realized that these things would eventually be known by others.
She immediately said, "Let her in."
...
"Greetings, Consort Min." Xu Yuehuai bowed as she entered the main hall, but her eyes darted around as if searching for the person Amber had mentioned.
Although she knew this person couldn't possibly be out in the open, she still tried her best to find him.
"No need for formalities," Consort Min said with a smile that concealed a dagger. "May I ask what brings Princess Heyue here?"
"This humble woman is here on the orders of Her Majesty the Empress to bring you tonics." Xu Yuehuai clapped her hands as she spoke, and the palace maids behind her presented the tonics. "Her Majesty said that the Imperial Concubine only has two princesses. It would be wonderful if she could give birth to a son for His Majesty."
"Oh? Well then, thank you so much for your kindness, Your Majesty the Empress." After saying that, Consort Min gestured for Pingping to take the tonic. "Of course, Princess Heyue has also gone to great lengths to make this trip."
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