Chapter 122: Feng Shui Doesn’t Change
Compared with Xu Lanshan, they seemed like a joke.
The Emperor summoned Consort Chen Zhaoyi to his bedchamber for three consecutive days. She became even more favored than before. Ultimately, no one could replace her...
Even Concubine Shu glanced at Xu Lanshan and couldn't help but smile and jokingly said, "Chen Zhaoyi is really different from the rest of us. She's truly calm and composed, unperturbed by praise or criticism! She wasn't impatient or anxious before, and she's not arrogant or complacent now. This kind of composure is something that not many people can match. No wonder she's so special in the eyes of the Emperor!"
Mo Jieyu smiled and said, "That's right. I felt the same way, but I just couldn't describe it. When I heard what Madam Shufei said, it was so fitting. Concubine Chen is truly remarkable!"
Concubine Rou smiled, "Now that I think about it, I don't know who was spreading such nonsense, saying that Concubine Chen had fallen out of favor. I think it was just that Concubine Chen and the Emperor had a quarrel and were just being petty! Only Concubine Chen had the courage and luck to be so bold. Even Concubine Mei wouldn't be able to compare to her."
Mei Guipin, who had been silent the whole time, looked up at Rou Guipin and said, "Just say whatever you want to say. What do you want me to do?"
Concubine Rou choked and her face felt slightly hot.
Xu Lanshan smiled softly, "That's right. Some things may not be noticed by the listener, but they are actually funny. I, Concubine Mei, have never had any arguments or quarrels. It's not as outrageous as the rumors have said before! I really can't accept this matter no matter how I think about it."
Mei Guipin smiled faintly, "There are many gossipers in this palace. They fabricate stories, follow the crowd, and believe everything they hear. I've long been accustomed to it. Concubine Chen Zhaoyi doesn't need to be unwilling to accept it. You will naturally get used to it in the future."
The concubines all looked grim, but those of lower rank than Mei Guipin dared not speak out—she was known for her unforgiving temper. Those of higher rank than Mei Guipin were unwilling to lower themselves to engage in an open argument with her, as it would appear they were taking matters into their own hands, which would be demeaning.
Xu Lanshan smiled and said, "Sister Mei is very open-minded and would naturally think so. But I am narrow-minded and I don't feel comfortable no matter how I think about it!"
Mei Guipin couldn't help but glance at Xu Lanshan: "......"
This was the first time she had ever seen a concubine who evaluated herself in this way. No wonder everyone said she was different; she was indeed different.
Normally, Mei Guipin would have been too lazy to say anything, but now, she couldn't help but say, "Chen Zhaoyi doesn't have to bear a grudge. Chen Zhaoyi has the emperor's favor, isn't that better than anything else?"
Xu Lanshan also choked a little. After all, in this harem, the only one who could speak of the emperor's favor in such a detached and indifferent tone was Concubine Mei.
She covered her mouth and chuckled softly: "Sister Mei is right, I have learned my lesson!"
The concubines' faces darkened even more: Is this showing off? Is this a blatant show off?
Everyone was shot in the chest and fell silent.
Fortunately, the queen finally came after a while and broke the silence.
Something big had just happened in the palace, and everyone was acting more cautiously and in a more disciplined manner. The most unruly person was currently in the Cining Palace, fulfilling his filial duty to the Empress Dowager!
Everyone is having a great time.
After paying their respects smoothly, everyone left and the queen kept Xu Lanshan to talk.
Xu Lanshan's scalp felt numb.
She was actually very afraid of dealing with the queen, and the nanny Qi beside the queen was not easy to deal with either.
"You are lucky to have escaped danger this time. It shows that the emperor still cares about you."
"Yes, thanks to the blessing of the Queen, the Emperor is wise and has finally restored my innocence, allowing me to continue to serve the Emperor."
"But you have to know that people can't just rely on illusory luck to make a living, they need real security. I had such good luck this time, but it may not be the same next time. Don't you agree, Lady Chen?"
"Your Majesty is absolutely right. I will definitely keep it in mind."
Nanny Yan said coldly, "What's the point of just remembering it? Concubine Chen needs to put in the effort herself. Otherwise, even if Your Majesty wants to promote Concubine Chen, you won't be able to do so. Concubine Chen, don't you agree?"
"Mammy is saying..."
"Chen Zhaoyi should be fine, and she's served him in bed many times, so why isn't she pregnant yet?"
Xu Lanshan suddenly felt sad and distressed, and in her distress there was a bit of urgency and shyness: "Empress, I don't know. I also wish I could get pregnant quickly! But I just can't get pregnant. I can't do anything..."
As Xu Lanshan spoke, her old face turned slightly red. This matter of pregnancy was really enough. It was okay for the Queen and Nanny Yan, they just talked about it. We were all women. She, Xu Lanshan, was thick-skinned enough. It didn't matter anyway. She wouldn't blush no matter how much they talked - even if they grabbed her to discuss the position.
What made her blush was that the scumbag emperor had been talking about this matter all the time these days, and he tried every possible way to make her pregnant, forcing her to try many positions. It was really embarrassing, and it was a pity that he was still serious!
He wanted her to get pregnant and had come up with so many ways to do it. What could she do? She couldn't refuse, nor did she dare to. She could only half-heartedly and shyly accept it all.
After all, these are princes and princesses. The emperor is willing to grant them offspring, which is a great honor for a concubine. Instead of being surprised and happy and grateful, and actively cooperating, how could she dare to refuse and resist?
What does that mean?
She can't afford the consequences.
Xu Lanshan has been feeling so embarrassed these past few days!
At the same time, she was also a little terrified. She didn't want to be pregnant! How could she compete for favor if she was pregnant? She didn't think her position was so secure that she didn't need to compete for favor to maintain it.
Once you get pregnant, you won't be able to sleep with your partner for more than a year, which is definitely not a good thing.
If someone loses their figure, it will be even worse...
If it were someone else, as long as they had a prince or princess, they would have a lifelong support and would be satisfied. But she was different. She had to rely on winning favor to stay alive!
She just hoped that the system that gave her tasks would be more reliable, and that they would find a way to prevent her from getting pregnant...
The Queen is still plotting at this moment, how can it succeed!
Xu Lanshan spoke from the heart, and the Queen and Nanny Yan believed her. Of course they believed her. After all, what concubine didn't want to get pregnant? No matter how favored she was, it was the same.
The Queen blamed and Nanny Yan was dissatisfied, but it was not because they blamed Xu Lanshan for not working hard. It was clearly because they were angry at her for not being in good health!
Oh, can she decide this kind of thing alone?
"I trust you, but you also need to work harder. Don't forget to take the medicine I sent you on time."
"Yes, I thank the Queen for her concern!"
"Okay, go ahead."
"I'll take my leave."
After leaving Fengwu Palace, Xu Lanshan turned around and went to Ganyuan Palace.
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