Huh? He Yue blinked, looking confused.
What does that mean?
As she was pondering this, Lady Nian cleared up Heyue's doubts: "Even the Fujin can go to the palace to see her child when she misses him, but the Empress Dowager misses her child but cannot see him whenever she wants like the Fujin. Does the Fujin agree with what I said?"
He Yue suddenly understood Nian's intention and was at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
This Nian family member is truly overflowing with kindness. Even though she dislikes Heyue, she patiently chats with her, all for the sake of others?
It seems that Lady Nian truly cared for the Empress Dowager.
The Empress and the other concubines went to visit the Empress Dowager to show their filial piety; none of them would go against the Emperor's wishes to plead for the Fourteenth Prince.
But Lady Nian was hoping that the emperor would release the Fourteenth Prince.
Although the intention was good, could He Yue really persuade Yongzheng to change his mind?
I don't know what the imperial concubine was thinking, she actually targeted Heyue.
Could it be that they're desperate and trying anything?
"Your Highness is quite right, but there's nothing I can do about this. It would be better if Your Highness spoke to His Majesty."
Lady Nian smiled bitterly: "If I had a way, I wouldn't have told you, my lady. I know that you and the Emperor have a deep relationship, and the Emperor might listen to your words. That's why I asked you to persuade the Emperor to let the Fourteenth Prince come back."
He Yue immediately frowned: "It is good that Your Highness is thinking of the Empress Dowager, but this matter is not only between the Emperor and the Empress Dowager, but also concerns the court. How can I, a mere woman, speak out of turn?"
Furthermore, since we've come this far, Your Highness, please allow me to say a few more words. Your Highness's concern for the Empress Dowager is a sign of your filial piety, but doing too much can always cause people to ponder.
You are the Emperor's Noble Consort, someone the Emperor cherishes. Although the Fourteenth Prince is the Emperor's younger brother, you must know about the things between the Emperor and the Fourteenth Prince. Why disregard the Emperor's feelings for the sake of filial piety?
Even if you interfere a lot, will the Emperor be happy? He might even misunderstand and think you have ulterior motives. After all, you are a Noble Consort; your primary concern should be the Emperor, not those who displease him.
Over the years, Heyue could see that her fourth brother truly doted on Nian Shi, but Nian Shi's actions truly left Heyue speechless.
Regardless of whether the person in Lady Nian's heart was the Fourth Brother or the Fourteenth Prince, He Yue was unwilling to interfere, but she still had to offer the necessary reminders.
This is not for the sake of the Nian family, but for the sake of Fourth Brother.
If Fourth Brother truly loves Lady Nian, He Yue should naturally say a few words for him, making Lady Nian understand what the consequences will be if things continue like this.
Ms. Nian's face turned slightly pale, and her body swayed precariously.
Green Bud quickly helped her mistress up, wanting to scold Heyue for not knowing her place, but when she opened her mouth, she didn't know what to say.
As the saying goes, an outsider's perspective is clear. Green Bud knew her mistress was in the wrong, but she didn't dare to point it out. Now that the Princess Consort of Prince Yi had spoken up, it was a reminder to her mistress so that she wouldn't do anything that was thankless and exhausting.
So Green Bud didn't say anything to reprimand Princess Consort Yi.
He Yue didn't want to say more; she had said what needed to be said, and then she turned and left.
Ms. Nian quickly called out to her, "Stop right there!"
He Yue paused, turned to look at Nian Shi, her expression indifferent: "Does Your Highness have anything else to say?"
Lady Nian approached her, a hint of hatred flashing in her eyes: "What right do you have to say that? Everything I did was for the Emperor. Do you think I did it to show my filial piety to the Empress Dowager? I only wanted the Emperor to be happier. The Empress Dowager cares about the Fourteenth Prince because he doesn't like the Emperor. As long as the Fourteenth Prince returns, the Empress Dowager's illness will improve, and the estrangement between her and the Emperor will disappear, making things easier for the Emperor. When have I ever had even a single selfish thought?"
The Emperor surely understands my good intentions; how could he possibly misunderstand my ulterior motives? On the contrary, it is you who, despite the Emperor's kindness, show no gratitude and try to alleviate his worries, instead uttering high-sounding words. In the end, you are nothing but selfish.
Suddenly, Lady Nian laughed, a laugh filled with sorrow and resentment: "That's right, you've always been selfish. You're not satisfied with Prince Yi's favor, and you greedily enjoy the Emperor's kindness to you. You don't care about the Emperor's heart, you only think about yourself. Do you think the Emperor really likes me? You're wrong! The Emperor only has you in his heart, he can't see my feelings for him. It's all your fault!"
Seeing Nian's broken state and hearing her heartbreaking words, He Yue was stunned and speechless.
I really wanted to slap her a few times. How could there be such a stupid person?
What Heyue didn't expect was that her fourth brother actually liked such a woman; it was truly a case of all her sincerity being wasted.
Speechless as I am, the Nian family's original intention was good after all.
He Yue couldn't help but sigh.
Is it true that those involved are often confused, while bystanders see things clearly?
"It's no exaggeration to say you're stupid. You say you love the Emperor and that everything you do is for him, but you've never truly understood him. You say the Emperor doesn't love you? Let me tell you, the Emperor is not the kind of person who would wrong himself to dote on a woman he doesn't love. The Emperor may seem cold on the surface, but he's always straightforward and passionate when it comes to feelings. If he likes someone, he'll cherish that person dearly. Ask yourself honestly, from beginning to end, has the Emperor ever wronged you? In your heart, was it all just a lie?"
Lady Nian stared blankly at Heyue, tears still streaming down her face, completely dumbfounded.
Heyue ignored her and turned to leave.
Now that things have come to this point, if Mr. Nian continues to be so stubborn, he would be utterly foolish.
Heyue went to see Tongxuan and Tongya. When she was leaving the palace, Sun Dahai stopped her again, and she reluctantly changed into a eunuch's robe and went to the Hall of Mental Cultivation.
Today's Yongzheng was different from before; his gentle gaze was as cold as ice, hissing as it emanated a chilling aura.
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