Chapter 158: Pamper Her More
Emperor Yuan Yong increasingly felt that the presence of so many concubines in the harem was a constraint on him.
He hadn't taken anyone seriously before, or perhaps he simply didn't care. But now, whenever he thought about how he doted on Lan'er and how they were attacking him and causing him trouble, he couldn't stand it.
That day, Emperor Yuan Yong had lunch with Xu Lanshan in Lianyi Palace, took a short rest, and then went back.
Xu Lanshan was not summoned to sleep with him again at night.
It's not that he didn't want to, but he had just let her stay overnight at Ganyuan Palace last night. Summoning her again today would be too conspicuous. He thought about it and went to Concubine Shu.
The huge amount of money Xu Lanshan raised not only caused a huge shock in the harem, but also in the court.
Same.
One million and five hundred thousand taels of silver were used for disaster relief in the suburbs of Beijing, with five hundred thousand taels enough. The remaining one million taels could be used for disaster relief in other parts of the north at the discretion of Emperor Yong.
With the influx of such a huge sum of money, the pressure on the Ministry of Revenue was greatly reduced, and the tense atmosphere in the court finally relaxed.
As a result, the name of Chen Zhaoyi spread throughout the court and even outside the palace, and countless people praised her.
Unlike the concubines in the harem, the court officials quickly understood the reason for this success. The unprecedented nature of the event, its rarity, and the royal dignity all contributed to this remarkable success.
But anyone who understands knows that this kind of thing can only happen once and not again.
Even if I want to come again, it will take a few years, right?
Otherwise, the royal family's mystery and dignity will be greatly damaged.
If you have too many things, they will become worthless.
But many officials didn't understand this principle and foolishly submitted a petition: "Since this method works so well, why not have the craftsmen at the Imperial Architectural Department make more goods and sell them? Wouldn't that greatly alleviate the Ministry of Revenue's financial crisis? Wouldn't it fill the national treasury and make a lot of money?"
Emperor Yuan Yong was so angry that he laughed, and he directly scolded the person who submitted the memorial and banished him from the capital.
He also asked the Minister of Revenue to explain the matter to the officials as soon as possible to prevent anyone from having such stupid ideas again.
If we really do this, will the royal dignity still be preserved?
Everyone could see Chen Zhaoyi's contributions, and with a flick of the Emperor's pen, she was promoted twice, becoming a second-rank Chen Guipin. The other concubines were all shocked and grew increasingly envious.
But there is nothing to say.
Even the queen couldn't say anything.
Such merits saved countless lives and solved the emperor's urgent needs. Is it a lot to be promoted by two positions? It is a lot, but it is not too little either. It all depends on what the emperor thinks.
If the emperor thinks it’s worth it, who dares to say it’s not?
Xu Lanshan herself didn't expect that she would suddenly become the noble concubine of Chen. Above her were only the empress, concubine Shu and concubine Yu.
Like a dream.
After a passionate love affair, Emperor Yuan Yong held her in his arms and talked to her, smilingly asking her if she was satisfied with her promotion.
Xu Lanshan smiled sincerely: "I really didn't expect the emperor to be so generous. The emperor didn't even give me a heads up beforehand. I was almost scared when I received the order!"
Emperor Yuan Yong laughed heartily. "I just wanted to give Lan'er a surprise. Are you happy?"
\\\"Well, of course I am happy,\\\" Xu Lanshan said with a smile: \\\"From now on, I will be more confident when I come to Ganyuan Palace again. This is all given to me by the emperor.\\\"
\\\"Just come, I'm waiting for Lan'er every day."\\\"
\\\"Yes, I will not let the emperor down.\\\"
\\\"Well, wait until the weather gets warmer and come quietly at night."\\\"
Xu Lanshan laughed, her eyes moving, "Yes, Your Majesty!"
He is addicted to playing this.
As she had made great contributions, no one could say anything even if she received more favors. Emperor Yuan Yong summoned Xu Lanshan to sleep with him for several days in a row, and did not leave out other concubines. He would go to other places to sit and have lunch from time to time.
Although the concubines were jealous and sour, they really had nothing to say.
Who asked him to do something meritorious?
After solving such a difficult problem for the emperor, the emperor was very pleased and loved her even more. Who could say anything?
Many concubines couldn't help but secretly speculate, could it be that Concubine Chen Guipin had some extraordinary qualities in bed? That's why the emperor loved her more?
Unfortunately, even if some concubines couldn't help but think so, and they were not wrong but right, so what? They were too embarrassed to ask Concubine Chen for advice on such things. They were just making random guesses when they were free.
Xu Lanshan was in high spirits and satisfied both physically and mentally.
Not to mention, after helping this guy solve the problem, he seemed really satisfied and seemed to love her even more. He also cared more about her feelings and showed more compassion when they were together.
Sometimes she even had the feeling that he truly cherished her and loved her at the top of his heart. When she accidentally met his deep eyes, she couldn't help but feel her heart beating fast and she was infatuated.
So confused that I feel extremely upset.
Even so, Xu Lanshan remained calm. Unable to figure out the reason, she simply gave up. Whether she was intoxicated or obsessed, she would just follow her feelings at the time. No matter what happened afterwards, she would always be able to calmly understand where she was.
Thinking about it this way, everything suddenly became clear.
The New Year's Eve was approaching, and Concubine Lian was still under house arrest in the Cining Palace and could not leave. Not only was she extremely anxious, but the Empress Dowager was also a little worried.
If this continues, what will happen?
Concubine Lian no longer cared about being laughed at, and even told the emperor that she could also sell her jewelry to raise money for disaster relief, and asked the emperor to give her a chance.
There are many people who have the same idea as Concubine Lian, but no one has the nerve to say it out loud. After all, it is a bit embarrassing for a concubine with a higher status than Xu Lanshan to repeat what others have said.
Those who were of the same or lower status than her were reluctant to bring it up, and were hesitant and had many things in mind.
Unexpectedly, it was Lianpin, who was the one who had the worst relationship with Xu Lanshan, hated her the most and looked down on her the most, who first brought up the matter.
Son.
Countless people were stunned.
I also realized that Lianpin was really anxious...
Since Concubine Lian had brought up the matter, many other concubines followed suit and expressed their willingness.
Can't you learn it by following the example? This is a good thing that can make merits to please the emperor and gain a good reputation. Why not?
Dry?
Emperor Yuan Yong was speechless!
These people are such idiots!
It's no wonder, many officials can't see clearly, let alone them? They are naturally even more ignorant.
This made him even more disgusted.
It was impossible to agree to it, and Emperor Yuan Yong rejected all of them.
But looking at the time, Lianpin couldn't stay in the Cining Palace forever. She had to give face to the Empress Dowager and the Fu family. With the New Year approaching soon, it was time for Lianpin to be released.
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