Chapter 142 Not So Happy
The young eunuch who came to deliver the reward said with a smile: "Empress Zhaoyi, the emperor asked you to go to the Ganyuan Palace for dinner today. Is there anything you would like to eat?"
Xu Lanshan couldn't help but laugh.
This guy... She hadn't finished complaining yet and was still feeling upset, but he was giving her gifts and inviting her over for dinner.
This time, when I go there for dinner, I will have to stay overnight at Ganyuan Palace.
It was hard for Xu Lanshan not to think too much. Could it be that he was trying to comfort her just because of the talent show?
She was a little frightened by her own thoughts. She felt that it was not quite like that, but she also felt that it should be...
As I thought about it, the stuffiness that had just dissipated by myself increased a little more for no reason.
"Go back and tell the emperor that I'm feeling a little unwell today and that I won't be in his presence anymore. Please forgive me."
He asked her to give up her grateful past? Oh, no!
Do you really think she has no temper at all? Can you buy her off with just a few snacks, fruits, and a dinner? Dream on!
The young eunuch was stunned and couldn't help but glance at Xu Lanshan suspiciously, thinking that Empress Zhaoyi didn't look uncomfortable at all, so this, this -
"Yes, does the Concubine Zhaoyi want to invite the imperial physician?"
Xu Lanshan smiled and shook her head: "No need, I just need to rest for a while. You go."
"Yes, I'll take my leave."
As soon as the young eunuch returned, Emperor Yuan Yong summoned him and asked, "What did Consort Chen say?"
The young eunuch quickly replied in detail.
Emperor Yuan Yong: “…”
He shook his head helplessly and sighed. This woman was indeed angry. He knew it.
"Go down."
"yes."
I don’t know what Emperor Yuan Yong was thinking. Xu Lanshan was angry, but instead of blaming her, he seemed quite happy.
It gets dark quickly in winter. By five o'clock at the latest, it is already pitch black outside.
Xu Lanshan had no appetite, so she didn't eat much of the pot she had specially ordered the imperial kitchen to prepare before giving it to her attendants.
She leaned on the kang, lost in thought as she listened to the howling north wind outside.
Although she acted capriciously and lost her temper today, she knew in her heart that the emperor would not have any objection to her because of this, so she dared to act like that and express her attitude at the same time.
After doing it, you still have to please and serve. After all, your life is important!
Xu Lanshan was just about to pull out the palace fighting system and talk to her about what to do next - even though this jerk was actually useless and only knew how to order her around, at least there was someone to talk to and relieve her boredom, right?
I never thought that Emperor Yuan Yong would come at this time.
He didn't call anyone to inform her, and it was not until he entered the warm room that Xu Lanshan caught a glimpse of him and was startled.
Subconsciously, she wanted to get off the kang to greet him, but she didn't know what she was thinking. She leaned back down and said lazily, "Why is the Emperor here on such a cold night?"
"I appreciate that you still care about me. If you care about me, why don't you come to me earlier? Huh?" Emperor Yuan Yong smiled and sat down beside her, raising his hands to hug her.
Xu Lanshan glanced at his hand around her shoulder, her lips curled up, and a little spoiled expression appeared on her pretty face: "I am afraid that I will fall out of favor when a new person comes. Then I will not be qualified to go to the emperor again. I have to get used to it from now on, otherwise I won't be able to get used to it by then, what shall I do!"
These words were extremely hypocritical, but Emperor Yuan Yong did not feel disgusted or annoyed when he heard her say them in a sweet voice. Instead, he felt both amused and helpless.
He hugged her tighter against his chest, lowered his head and kissed her smooth, pink face twice. "What nonsense are you talking about, Lan'er? I might as well be honest with you. This talent show is just a talent show, whether or not you'll be selected as a newcomer is still a matter of debate. In any case, no one here can compare to Lan'er."
Xu Lanshan was startled, then raised her head and looked at Emperor Yuan Yong with bright eyes: "Your Majesty, are you saying that you like me the most?"
"Are you stupid? Don't you know that I like you the most?"
"I just can't believe I'm so blessed..."
Emperor Yuan Yong smiled and said, "Why not? Just accept what I give you! Didn't Lan'er always say that everything is fine as long as I protect her? I said that I will protect Lan'er for the rest of her life, as long as Lan'er is as good as she is now..."
As long as she doesn't change, even if she remains hateful and vulgar, what does it matter if he protects her for the rest of her life?
Xu Lanshan was stunned for a moment, then suddenly smiled: "I understand what Your Majesty means. Your Majesty, please don't try to trick me. No newcomer can surpass me, otherwise I will be jealous!"
Emperor Yuan Yong laughed: "No!"
Seeing that she was still smiling and her beautiful eyes were shining again, Emperor Yuan Yong's mood also improved.
As the mood got better, they exchanged sweet words and warm affection for a long time. Emperor Yuan Yong naturally decided to stay the night.
The next day, when they paid their respects, all the concubines were a little uneasy about the selection of concubines, and the atmosphere in Fengwu Palace was obviously different from usual.
When Concubine Mo saw Xu Lanshan, she felt a pang of bitterness in her heart and mouth. "If you ask me, no matter who is worried, it's not Chen Zhaoyi's turn to worry. Chen Zhaoyi is the apple of the emperor's eye and is so beautiful. Even if more new people come, it won't hinder Chen Zhaoyi."
Concubine Rou smiled and said, "At this moment, Concubine Mo should call her Chen Zhaoyi a few more times. When the newcomer enters the palace, I'm afraid Chen Zhaoyi's status will have to be raised."
After hearing this, the concubines felt even more upset. However, they also understood that what Concubine Rou said was probably true.
The emperor loves Chen Zhaoyi so much that he will definitely raise her status even if it is just to appease her.
As for other people, they may not have such blessings and luck.
Xu Lanshan didn't bother to respond, tired of hearing these words. When Consort Shu and Consort Yu arrived, the other concubines dared not say anything more, their eyes fixed on the two consorts in command. They had a say in matters like the selection of concubines, and no one else had any say.
The queen came out soon, and after the concubines paid their respects, the queen smiled and officially announced the selection for next year.
"The Ministry of Rites is already discussing it, and it will most likely be set for mid-March or early April. By then, the weather will be perfect, the gardens will be filled with spring, and the flowers will be in full bloom. There will also be new people in the palace, so it's a perfect time for a lively celebration! By then, you must set a good example and not let the newcomers outdo you."
No matter what the concubines thought in their hearts, they all smiled and responded, deliberately showing some happiness and joy.
After all, there will be many more sisters coming soon, and there will be more people to talk to and relieve boredom. How can I not be happy?
The queen was very satisfied with the performance of the concubines. After a while, she ordered them to disperse, leaving only Xu Lanshan.
When Xu Lanshan followed the queen into the back hall, she felt much calmer than last time.
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