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

Chapter 91 Standing on a Boat
Liu Baolin's words were so clear and unambiguous that they meant he was surrendering.

This was the result Xie Jiu wanted, so at this moment Xie Jiu did not pretend. He held Liu Baolin's hand and said in a deep voice.

"I understand your thoughts. We're not talking about helping each other, we're just keeping each other warm. I can still say a few words in front of the emperor. As long as you are willing to work hard, you will definitely gain his favor. But I also have to tell you that my situation is not good. Every high-ranking official in the palace dislikes me. I'm sure you understand this."

The Empress, Concubine Zhuang, Concubine Yi, and even Concubine Wei were not on good terms with Xie Jiu.

Liu Baolin nodded, "I know. I have thought everything through before I said this today."

Her expression did not seem fake, but very serious.

In fact, Liu Baolin had indeed thought about it. She felt that Xie Jiu would not just let her live as the main wife and insist on climbing into the emperor's bed.

Xie Jiu's ex-husband, the Wu family of Weiyuan Marquis Mansion, is also a prominent family. Xie Jiu herself is from an even higher family. If there is no major change behind the scenes, why would she come to this deep palace to suffer?

Just seeing that the Weiyuan Marquis Mansion is gone now, one can guess that there must be a story behind it.

Although Xie Jiu didn't say anything, Liu Baolin guessed that Xie Jiu must have his own difficulties, so Liu Bao felt that there would be a way out by following Xie Jiu.

Because she clearly felt that Xie Jiu was trying hard to survive in the deep palace.

At this moment, Xie Jiu didn't know what Liu Baolin was thinking. Seeing that she really wanted to stand on the same boat with him, he said in a deep voice.

"Now that you've made up your mind, take a good rest and recuperate for the next few days. Once your brother's affairs are resolved, I will naturally arrange for you to meet the Emperor."

Since they want to keep each other warm, it would be better to let Liu Baolin be favored as well.

In this way, if something happens to her in the future, there will be someone who can speak for her in front of Zhao Xingjin.

It's mutual.

As for whether he felt uncomfortable sending a woman to Zhao Xingjin, Xie Jiu said that he didn't feel uncomfortable at all.

The relationship between her and Zhao Xingjin was purely an exchange of interests, and they were just seeking benefits from each other. Talking about feelings would be really stupid.

At least Xie Jiu would not put feelings above interests for Zhao Xingjin, but it would be great if Zhao Xingjin could develop feelings for her.

It's more beneficial to her.

"Your Highness, you care so much about me. I will never let you down." Liu Baolin was very sensible.

Xie Jiu smiled and patted her hand, then asked, "I've noticed that Concubine Wei seems a little abnormal these past two days. She seems irritable and not as calm as before. What happened?"

Could it be that she has been ignored by Zhao Xingjin for a long time and feels uncomfortable, so she wants to win favor?
This was Xie Jiu’s guess.

However, Liu Baolin said, "It must be because of the letter sent to the palace by Concubine Wei's family after the Mid-Autumn Festival banquet. Since then, Concubine Wei has been a little uneasy. I guess it's because Concubine Wei's family is urging her to compete for favor."

When someone is sent into the palace, they start with the rank of Concubine. With a little effort, gaining favor, or giving birth to a child, they can get the rank of Concubine, and then be made a Consort. Everything is just around the corner.

It is understandable that my wife’s family is anxious.

Xie Jiu nodded slightly, "Maybe. I always feel that she has been in a bad mood these past two days. It would be better if you live with her in Zhongcui Palace and keep an eye on her."

"Okay, I'll pay attention." Liu Baolin nodded.

After saying these words, the two of them went back separately.

On the way, they met Concubine Yi's sedan chair.

I don't know if the other party deliberately asked the servants carrying the sedan chair to walk slowly to wait for her to catch up, or if he was delayed by something else, but in any case, they met at this moment.

Xie Jiu's face was indifferent as he bowed and said, "Greetings, Concubine Yi." "I haven't seen you come to greet me in Ninghua Palace, but now you are being so formal outside. What's the matter? Are you afraid that others will see you and say you don't know etiquette? Why are you so pretentious, huh?"

On the sedan chair, Concubine Yi looked down at Xie Jiu with a cold smile on her face.

This is a deliberate attempt to find fault.

Xie Jiu couldn't help but frown, thinking that he hadn't offended her recently.

Yesterday morning, Zhao Xingjin went to see her, and then turned around and said he wanted to go to Yipin's place for lunch. She didn't stop him, and she didn't know what was wrong with Yipin.

Could it be that he was blaming her for Zhao Xingjin leaving without having a meal yesterday?
Xie Jiu was thinking about it, remembering what Qingfang said yesterday about Concubine Yi overturning the table in the main hall after Zhao Xingjin left.

But, what does it have to do with her?
"Your Majesty already knows I'm just pretending, so why waste your breath on me?" Xie Jiu raised her eyes, her aura no less impressive than his, and said calmly, "If Your Majesty wants to cause me trouble, it's best to return to Ninghua Palace before doing it. There are so many people outside, and who knows how the news might reach the Emperor."

Concubine Yi snorted coldly, "Don't use the emperor to pressure me. I'll see how long you can be so proud!"

After saying this, Concubine Yi ordered the servants carrying the sedan chair to leave.

Xie Jiu, who stayed where she was, was a little confused. Could it be that Concubine Yi was waiting for her here just to make fun of her?

It can't be that boring.

But he couldn't guess what Yipin would do for the moment, so he had to give up for the time being and go back.

As the sedan chair in front came up, Concubine Yi's face was gloomy and her eyes were full of murderous intent.

"Jump around, you won't live for many days. You let my child be disliked by the emperor, and I will never let you off easily!" Concubine Yi murmured in a low voice.

Chengming Hall.

Zhao Xingjin had just come off the court and was about to summon Xie Jiu, but he was told that Concubine Wei had arrived and was waiting outside Chengming Palace, saying that she wanted him to make a decision on something.

"Concubine Wei?" Zhao Xingjin was a little surprised.

Wei didn't come to him on his own initiative, so it seemed that something really happened.

Could it be because the Queen punished her?
Thinking about this, Zhao Xingjin felt a little headache, but he gave up summoning Xie Jiu for the time being and went to see Wei Jieyu first.

"Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you. Your Majesty, the Empress is unfair and abusive in her punishments. I beg Your Majesty to help me!"

Outside Chengming Palace, when Concubine Wei saw Zhao Xingjin, she knelt down and spoke earnestly.

This action immediately made Zhao Xingjin frown.

Yang Zhian was watching from the side and hurried forward, "Hey, Concubine Wei, what are you doing? If you have anything to say, please go into the palace and explain it to the Emperor. It's very hot outside, don't hurt yourself kneeling!"

I thought to myself, what a fuss! Even if he came to ask for help, he wouldn't kneel before even entering the door. He was talking so loudly, but it wasn't like he was beating drums at the yamen to complain.

Kneeling and shouting like this is directly putting both the emperor and the empress in a difficult position. What should the emperor do?

I can't just call the Queen to confront her as soon as you shout. After all, the Queen is the mother of the country. Even if she is wrong, we have to talk about it behind closed doors.

Concubine Wei was helped up by Yang Zhian, and she seemed not to realize that her behavior was inappropriate, and her face was still full of anger.

But before she could open her mouth, Zhao Xingjin spoke first.

"Let's talk inside if you have anything to say."

Wei Jieyu: I’m about to say it!