"Father has not been in good health these days. Mother risked speaking out for this very reason, but was punished and confined to her quarters. I think Mother should not concern herself with these matters for the time being."
Feng Xilan spoke these words while looking into Shen Biyun's eyes, each word distinct. Shen Biyun understood that he was implying that she could not overstep her bounds again, nor could she offer advice simply because the emperor was not in court. Otherwise, it would be considered interference in politics by the harem, a crime too grave to be committed.
Thinking of the Imperial Noble Consort's appearance, Shen Biyun felt unwilling, but compared to being confined to the deep palace and unable to do anything, it was indeed better to be the Empress.
Shen Biyun sighed helplessly and nodded, saying, "Mother knows."
"Furthermore, I will ask Father to come and see Mother. I would like Mother to make some snacks by hand, or something that will remind Father of the happy days we spent together. If Father sees these, perhaps he will remember our past affection and lift Mother's confinement."
Feng Xilan's words truly resonated with Shen Biyun.
Throughout history, the most common way for imperial concubines to regain favor after falling out of favor is indeed through this tactic: by using certain objects to evoke feelings in the emperor that he once had, reminding him of the kindness shown to him even after a day as husband and wife, they can indeed be forgiven and even regain his favor.
Shen Biyun had long since given up hope of being favored by the emperor, but she still hoped to gain his affection and secure her position as empress.
She had considered Feng Xilan's suggestion these days, but unfortunately no one was there to speak on her behalf to the Emperor.
Therefore, Shen Biyun's happiness was obvious when Feng Xilan said these words.
After a brief moment of surprise, Shen Biyun suddenly realized that this method didn't seem like something Feng Xilan could have come up with, so she asked in confusion, "Did you come up with this method yourself? Or did someone else tell you about it?"
Upon hearing this, Feng Xilan's bright eyes dimmed. He sighed inwardly, lowered his gaze and voice, and admitted, "Indeed, it wasn't your son who came up with it; it was Shuang'er who came up with it."
Shen Biyun immediately recognized Feng Xilan's way of addressing Mu Chenshuang, realizing that he had never truly let go of Mu Chenshuang.
Back then, she admired Mu Chenshuang's straightforward personality and supported her becoming the Crown Princess. However, the Crown Prince at that time was ignorant and blinded by Xiao Qingyu.
Now Mu Chenshuang's mind has become more composed, and fortunately she can still help herself and Feng Xilan. It's just a pity that there is no longer any possibility between Feng Xilan and her.
Thinking of this, Shen Biyun couldn't help but sigh, but knowing Feng Xilan's sadness, she didn't say anything more.
After a brief silence, Shen Biyun simply said, "Once the Empress Dowager lifts your confinement, you must find an opportunity to properly thank the Princess."
Feng Xilan lowered her head, nodded, and said nothing more.
Feng Xilan's disappointment and resentment were written all over his face. Only now did he deeply realize that without the person he loved by his side, the rights he originally wanted to pursue were not so important anymore.
Unfortunately, he is now deeply entrenched in it and cannot extricate himself, so he can only continue to drift along with the tide.
In the vast hall, only Feng Xilan and Shen Biyun were present. Feng Xilan sat with Shen Biyun for a while longer until the time was almost up, at which point Feng Xilan got up and left.
As Feng Xilan strode away with composure, he arrived at the entrance of the main hall, where the guards standing nearby immediately bowed to him.
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