"Come on, Yu'er, I'll take you to eat something delicious." The emperor said, putting his mouth close to Jiang Meiyu's ear and whispering softly. Jiang Meiyu was speechless and couldn't help but roll her eyes inwardly: What the hell is this?! Why did he suddenly take her to eat?
"Mr. Shen, please go down first and familiarize yourself with the store." The emperor turned to Mr. Shen who was standing beside him and said, his tone revealing an unquestionable attitude, as if he was afraid that Mr. Shen would stay any longer and have too much contact with Jiang Meiyu.
"Brother Qin, take care." Shen Xinxin's eyes were full of teasing. It was the first time he saw the emperor treat a woman like this.
It turned out that when the emperor was still a prince, he was friends with Shen Xinyu and they had a very good relationship. In addition, the Shen family also made a lot of efforts for Emperor Wu of Yan to become emperor, so that Emperor Wu of Yan had no worries about money. Therefore, after Emperor Wu of Yan ascended the throne, he immediately made the Shen family the imperial merchants, which greatly improved the status of the Shen family.
The emperor took Jiang Meiyu away from the scene and took her to taste various delicious dishes. Not long after, they returned to the palace. The whole trip went smoothly without any unexpected situations.
During this period, Jiang Meiyu often went to Xianfu Palace to meet with Concubine Hui and discuss matters concerning the store together.
However, Shoukang Palace was as quiet as ever, even the air seemed to be frozen, making people feel extremely depressed.
Dong'er came over carefully, gently put a cloak on Concubine Liu, and said softly: "Your Majesty, the weather is cold. Although it is spring, there is still a chill. You must keep warm."
Concubine Liu nodded slightly, looking into the distance with deep eyes, as if she was thinking about something.
Dong'er hesitated for a moment, but couldn't help but speak: "Your Majesty, I heard that Concubine Xian and Concubine Hui have a very good relationship. Now is the time when Concubine Xian is in favor, and she is pregnant with a prince. If..."
Before she could finish her words, Concubine Liu interrupted her: "What if? Do you want me to curry favor with her?"
Dong'er quickly shook her head: "No, Your Majesty, I mean, why don't you go to Yongning Palace and build a good relationship with Concubine Xian? That way, Your Majesty won't be lonely, and you can also learn about the Emperor's affairs."
Concubine Liu snorted coldly: "Hmph, I don't need to rely on others to find out about the emperor's affairs."
Dong'er was so anxious that she almost cried: "But my lady, you can't keep going like this!"
Concubine Liu remained silent, with a thousand thoughts in her mind.
After a long while, she slowly spoke: "Dong'er, you have so many worries every day. Is it because I haven't assigned you enough tasks?"
Dong'er was so scared that she kept shaking her head: "No, no, Madam, Dong'er is just worried about your current situation."
Concubine Liu sighed: "Alas, I understand your intentions, but some things are not as simple as you think."
After a pause, she continued, "Dong'er, you're actually right. I do want to be friends with Concubine Xian, but not to pry into the Emperor's affairs. Rather, I feel that Concubine Xian is someone worth associating with. She is frank, straightforward, and intelligent. Although favored, she never bullies others. In this palace, she maintains a principle of not offending others unless they offend her. This shows how generous and decent she is."
Concubine Liu's tone was full of admiration and appreciation, and there was a hint of a sincere smile in her eyes.
Dong'er nodded in sudden realization: "So that's how it is, Madam. You are truly far-sighted and can see much further than us servants."
Concubine Liu smiled faintly. "I have been in this palace for some time, so I naturally know how to judge people. Concubine Xian is different from other concubines. She will not change her nature because of power and status. This is rare and precious."
"My queen, are you telling the truth? How about we go now?" Dong'er asked excitedly.
Concubine Liu smiled gently and said, "Look at you, girl. You're so impulsive. It's too abrupt to just run over there blindly. Concubine Xian is pregnant, so we need to prepare some gifts."
"Oh! Yes! Then what should we give as a gift?" Dong'er scratched his head, feeling a little overwhelmed.
Concubine Liu thought for a moment and said, "Go and get the best blood swallows from my storehouse, and select some nourishing herbs and precious ornaments."
"Okay!" Dong'er responded and immediately turned and left.
Looking at Dong'er's hurried back, Concubine Liu couldn't help but chuckle. This little girl was always so impetuous.
The next morning, the sun was shining brightly and there was a gentle breeze.
After carefully dressing up, Concubine Liu took Dong'er to Yongning Palace to visit Concubine Xian. Along the way, Concubine Liu was in an especially good mood, as if all her troubles had been thrown behind her.
Soon, they arrived at the gate of Yongning Palace. When the palace maids at the gate saw Concubine Liu coming, they all bowed and greeted her.
"Greetings to Her Majesty Concubine Liu!" Everyone bowed.
"No need to be so polite, please stand up. Where is your queen?" Concubine Liu asked softly.
Aunt Xiubi replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, our Majesty has gone to see the Majesty Hui."
"Well, I'll wait for her in Yongning Palace." Concubine Liu said as she walked into Yongning Palace and sat down in the main seat after entering the main hall.
Seeing this, Aunt Xiubi quickly served tea and snacks and winked at Qiu Ling who was standing beside her. Qiu Ling nodded in understanding, then quietly left the room and went to Xianfu Palace to inform Jiang Meiyu.
Jiang Meiyu had just emerged from Xianfu Palace when she ran into Qiu Ling, who had come to report something. Qiu Ling said anxiously, "Your Majesty, Concubine Liu is here to visit. She's been here for about a cup of tea." Jiang Meiyu felt a little surprised upon hearing this, but she didn't show it. Instead, she quickened her pace and headed towards Yongning Palace.
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