Chapter 60 The Queen's Reward
Yes, she was just a beautiful maid who rose to prominence. The Empress had given her a gift, so she should have been flattered and accepted it immediately. How could she refuse? Wasn't that just ungrateful?
As the queen, do you still need to be patient and talk to her?
Seeing her accept it, the Queen smiled with satisfaction and said, "Although this golden hairpin has good intentions, it is not as valuable as the true honor of a mother due to her son. That is the true value of gold. What do you think, Lady Xu?"
Xu Lanshan vaguely understood what the Queen meant. What else could she say? Of course, she had to follow the Queen's wishes.
"Your Majesty the Queen is right."
The Queen smiled and said, "In two years the palace will be holding a beauty pageant. By then, there will be countless beauties in the palace, from plump to thin, from spring orchids to autumn chrysanthemums. How long can youth last? Has Concubine Xu thought about the future? You should make plans early!"
Especially someone from her background.
The Queen's words touched people's hearts.
If Xu Lanshan was really just a little palace maid of this era, if she didn't have the palace fighting system, the Queen's words would be enough to stir up the deepest fear in her heart and control her mind firmly!
Even though she was sober and calm, and knew what she was doing and what she wanted, Xu Lanshan's mood was still somewhat disturbed by the Queen's words.
She immediately stood up and knelt down: "I ask the Queen to teach me."
Is this what the Queen wants?
What else? Could it be that he genuinely cared about her? She didn't think she would be so lucky.
Sure enough, the queen was in a good mood when she saw her kneeling.
"You're such a clever girl! Get up!" The Queen raised her hand and smiled. "You're in favor right now. You must seize the opportunity and strive to conceive a prince as soon as possible. You know, Consort Shu is the only one in the palace who has a prince. If you give birth to a prince, you'll definitely be promoted to a concubine. And you'll have someone to rely on in the future, don't you think?"
Xu Lanshan showed an excited look, hesitated for a moment and whispered: "If I am lucky enough to give birth to a prince for the emperor, it would be great, but, but this kind of thing is not something I can decide..."
The Queen fell silent. Nanny Yan smiled and said, "If Lady Xu is truly determined, there are other ways."
Xu Lanshan hurriedly said, "Madame Yan has a good idea. Please teach me."
Nanny Yan said, "If Lady Xu is interested, I will tell her slowly later."
Xu Lanshan nodded: "Then I'll have to trouble Aunt Yan!"
The Queen smiled and said, "Nanny Yan is an elder by my side. She has experienced a lot and knows a lot. With her help, Lady Xu can rest assured."
"yes."
"Well, I'm tired too. You can go now. If you have any troubles in the future, please send someone to tell me! The door here is always open to you."
"Yes, I thank the Queen for her kindness."
"You are a well-behaved and grateful person. This is how I like you. Serve the Emperor well!"
"yes."
Xu Lanshan bowed and took her leave, and Nanny Yan personally saw her out.
Nanny Yan invited her to talk in the hall, gave her a small porcelain bottle about an inch long, and told her indirectly that she should take a pill after sleeping with him in the future, which would help her get pregnant.
Xu Lanshan is very grateful.
Nanny Yan continued, "Miss Xu, please be careful. These things are not allowed in the palace. I gave them to you out of help. Please don't let anyone find out."
Xu Lanshan quickly agreed. How could she not know the seriousness of this matter? If someone discovered it, Nanny Yan would be in trouble, and so would she.
It was because Nanny Yan was certain of this that she dared to do this.
Seeing Xu Lanshan leaving with the medicine, he smiled contemptuously.
Xu Lanshan returned to Yulinglong Hall and called the system, "Master, it's time to show your professionalism. Look at what this palace fighting auxiliary prop is!"
The system became interested when it heard this: "Let me see, let me see!"
"Well, this, it does help with pregnancy, increasing the chances of pregnancy by more than half. But it's harmful to your health and shortens your life, so it's not a good thing."
Xu Lanshan sneered and put the medicine bottle into the space, "I knew it!"
System: "Don't worry, dear. How can professional palace fighting be complete without pregnancy and childbirth? It's not the right time yet!"
At that time, he would adjust the best pregnancy condition for her, ensuring success in one try and giving birth to a chubby, fair baby.
Xu Lanshan: "...Thank you, I don't really want to have a baby!"
System: “Hey hey…”
The host wants to scold it again, but it should just shut up. After all, there are some things it can't change!
Emperor Tianyuan Yong did not come to Yulinglong Hall, but went to Shufei's Yinghui Hall to accompany the eldest prince.
At this point, Concubine Shu's advantage is overwhelming and no one can compare to her.
However, the following evening, Emperor Yuan Yong sent Xu Lanshan to Wan'an Hall as a part-time maid, grinding ink and pouring tea. He, the emperor, was increasingly acting like a tyrant. He was no longer focused on reviewing memorials, and would often pinch the maid's hands, hug her waist, and even take advantage of her by cuddling her in his arms, kissing her...
A few days later, the Queen held a flower-viewing banquet at Jiexiushanfang.
Jiexiu Shanfang is situated on the eastern shore of Fuhai Lake, where weeping willows and white magnolias line the shore. In the distance, a vast, neatly trimmed bamboo forest casts shade. In front of the main hall, a vast patch of roses, climbing on a variety of rockery, are in full bloom. Clusters of fiery red blossoms hang like waterfalls, their vibrant colors even more vibrant under the bright sunlight.
You can enjoy the flowers, fish by the railing, admire the scenery, watch various waterfowl and fish swimming and playing, play chess in the bamboo forest or take a rest to cool off. There are mountains not far away, so you can go hiking if you want.
The empress also specially invited Emperor Yuan Yong to appreciate the flowers and scenery together, and Emperor Yuan Yong agreed.
He would naturally give this little face to the queen.
When the emperor is in attendance, others will naturally not miss the event. They are all busy putting a lot of thought into matching their clothes, jewelry, makeup and hairstyle, and they are very busy and happy.
Xu Lanshan didn't plan to show off at the banquet, so it was quite easy for her. She could just wear the clothes and jewelry as usual.
Everyone was busy thinking about their clothes and dressing up, thinking about how to stun everyone when they appeared, so no one bothered her. She just happened to be spending her days leisurely, often serving pens and ink in Wan'an Hall, and eating, drinking, and sleeping for free.
Emperor Yuan Yong doted on her more and more, as if he had gotten used to having her around, and also used to having such a person snuggling into his arms and refusing to let go before going to bed at night.
This feeling is very subtle...
On the day when the empress gave a banquet, everyone gathered in the Jiexiushan House, each with a table and a seat. The emperor and empress sat at the top, and the concubines were arranged on both sides opposite each other according to their rank.
In the corner, a group of palace maids and eunuchs were waiting quietly with various musical instruments in their hands, and would play music as accompaniment when the singing and dancing began.
All the concubines attended the event in their best attire. Xu Lanshan wore a violet palace dress embroidered with hibiscus flowers. It was neither eye-catching nor too plain.
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