Selling wife for fame? Kick out the scumbag and marry the new emperor to enjoy the harem of favors

Chapter 57: Not appreciative
Nianci was so frightened by her words that her face turned pale.

He hurriedly reached out and slammed the window shut, then looked at Concubine Wei in shock.

"My little ancestor, how can you say that? Be careful, there are ears on the other side of the wall!"

If you say that the emperor is not a wise ruler, you will lose your head.

Concubine Wei lowered her eyes and said, "The servants in the outer courtyard are all taking their lunch break. It's just you and me here, so what are you afraid of?"

Hearing this, Nianci looked helpless and tried to persuade her softly.

"I know that since entering the palace, I have felt that this palace is quite different from what you imagined, and it is inevitable that I feel a great gap in my heart. But you must not say such angry words. Criticizing the emperor is a serious crime. You, my concubine, must not let your temper lead to others taking the blame. That will also bring trouble to the family."

When her mother's family was mentioned, Concubine Wei's eyes moved, and she replied in a low voice, "I understand."

She couldn't bring trouble to her parents' family, so even if she was unhappy, she had to endure it.

Seeing that Concubine Wei had listened, Nian Ci smiled and changed the subject.

"Siwei brought back your new dress today. It's your favorite color, bamboo green. Would you like to try it on now? You can wear it to the Mid-Autumn Festival banquet."

"Okay." Concubine Wei nodded.

Soon, Nianci called Siwei in and helped her change into new clothes.

Looking at the beautiful figure in the bronze mirror, Siwei praised, "Jieyu usually doesn't like to dress up, but when she dresses up like this, she looks like a clear mountain spring, pure and beautiful."

"You're such a smooth talker." Concubine Wei said angrily, but a faint smile still appeared on her face.

She turned around in front of the bronze mirror, looked at the dress carefully, and then nodded slightly.

"That's nice. I'll wear this to the Mid-Autumn Festival dinner."

"Hmm!" Siwei agreed, then looked at the two bolts of cloth on the table next to her. "Actually, the two bolts of cloth the Queen gave me today are also quite good. I think the Xiang Fei color one will suit the Concubine. We still have time, so why not have the needlework bureau make some and let the Concubine take a look?"

When she mentioned it, Concubine Wei's eyes fell on the two pieces of cloth.

Somehow, this color reminded her of Xie Jiu, and a delicate and charming figure floated in her mind, making her frown immediately.

"Just wear the blue one. I don't like Xiang Fei's color. Besides, the Queen didn't give me gifts today out of kindness. You should put away all the rewards from Weiyang Palace. I won't use them."

Siwei quickly put away her smile and nodded in agreement.

Seeing that she became reserved, Concubine Wei narrowed her eyes and explained.

"I'm not angry with you. It's just that the Queen spoke to me today and gave me these gifts. In reality, she's trying to push me into a fight with Concubine Xie. Although I'm not very cunning, I can still see through these simple tactics. The Queen has bad intentions. From now on, everyone in Weiyang Palace should stay away from her."

Having said this, Concubine Wei paused before continuing.

"As for Mrs. Xie, although I don't like her, she has never harmed me. I will not interfere with her. However, if she intends to do something wrong, no matter who she is, and I catch her doing it, I will definitely not forgive her."

"Jieyu is right to think so. We should not have the intention to harm others, but we must be on guard against others." Nianci said softly.

Concubine Wei nodded and said no more.

At that time, in the Weiyang Palace, the Queen was checking the menu for the Mid-Autumn Palace Banquet that had been sent down.

"Let's stick with this arrangement and don't change it."

"Yes." The senior palace maid Ginkgo bowed, took the list, and walked out.

Tingyunyun brought tea over and said, "Your Majesty, moisten your throat. You have arranged so many things, take a break."

The queen took the teacup and took a sip.

Then he asked, "Have the things been delivered to Chen Cairen?"

"It has been sent. Concubine Chen is very smart. I think she understands what the Empress means." Tingyun said.

The Queen raised her eyelids, her eyes filled with a hint of coldness. "This Wei is really ungrateful. In that case, I am too lazy to spend any more time on her."

After this morning's exchange, the Empress clearly saw that Concubine Wei was adamant and had no intention of dealing with Xie Jiu. "She has a certain pride, but she's only been in the palace for a short time. By the time her edges are smoothed out, it will be too late for her to ask for support from the Empress."

Tingyun sneered.

Then he mentioned, "Last time, the Empress sent a message asking the palace to arrange for someone to enter the palace. Today, the palace has replied. Everything has been arranged. I will bring someone to the palace for the Mid-Autumn Festival banquet. At that time, I hope the Empress will meet them."

Hearing this, the Queen paused holding the teacup and lowered her eyes.

After a moment, he said, "I understand."

"Don't be sad, Madam." Tingyun noticed her mood. "This new bride has entered the palace and is under your control. She dare not disobey. The people at home are also under the master's control."

The queen nodded and turned back to looking at the account books.

Taking care of all the affairs in the palace is tiring, and I was so busy that it lasted until the evening.

At the same time, Xie Jiu finished teaching Princess Wenxi and returned to Ninghua Palace.

Naturally, there is no time to learn the rules today.

In the morning I served the emperor with writing materials, and in the afternoon I went to the princess. My schedule was full.

But it was different from before. Today, Concubine Yi did not send anyone over, saying that she wanted to learn the rules in the evening.

I suffered a loss yesterday, so I think I have become more honest.

"Jieyi, someone is coming from Chengming Palace." The voice of A Xiu, a round-faced little palace maid, came from the door.

Chunrong glanced at her and waved her hand, "I see, you go first."

Then, he immediately helped Xie Jiu up.

When the master and servant went out, they saw Qingdong waiting outside.

"Your servant greets the Concubine!" Qingdong stepped forward and bowed with a smile. "The Emperor said that the Concubine looked good in bright colors today, so he specially selected some fabric and asked your servant to bring it to you to make clothes for you."

As she spoke, she asked the little palace maid holding something behind her to come forward.

"There are also some earrings, rings, hairpins and so on. The emperor said that they should all be given to Concubine Jieyu to wear for fun."

After hearing what he said, Xie Jiu smiled sweetly, looking happy and a little shy.

"Please thank the emperor for me, eunuch. I like all these gifts from the emperor."

Qing Dong responded, said a few nice words, accepted Xie Jiu's reward, and then left.

Go back to the house.

Xie Jiu looked at the pile of things on the table and thought that the tears he shed today were not in vain, as he got a lot of things in return.

I just don't know how much Zhao Xingjin believed her behavior.

But no matter how much, it doesn't matter. It always takes more effort to get into the heart of a cautious person.

Take it easy.

"The Concubine accompanied the Emperor to Chengming Palace today. I looked behind and saw the Empress call Concubine Wei away." Qingfang spoke, describing the movements in the palace. "Concubine Wei stayed in Weiyang Palace for quite a while, and when she left, she took a lot of things with her. I think they must have been rewards from the Empress. I wonder if they've teamed up."

When she mentioned it, Xie Jiu was not in a hurry.

"Whether they join forces or not, that's all. Unless Concubine Wei changes her temper and stops staring at the emperor like the censor, it will be difficult for her to gain favor."

After several contacts, Xie Jiu had more or less figured out Zhao Xingjin's preferences, but he definitely didn't like old scholars.

There was no need to worry about this matter. Xie Jiu turned to Chunrong and mentioned what happened in Fukang Palace during the day.

"Today at the Queen Mother's, Princess Yushu suddenly mentioned the matter of a woman from the Xie family. You should investigate thoroughly and don't alarm my father. I think there's something fishy going on. I suspect that the sister has broken off her engagement and is heading back to the palace."

(End of this chapter)