Concubine's true colors

Chapter 177 Empress Xue
As soon as Queen Xue finished speaking, Concubine Hui was so shocked that she even forgot to get up, she just knelt on the ground, staring blankly at the other party, and in the end it was Qing Xiang who was behind her and pushed her lightly. Come to yourself.

Concubine Hui stood up quickly with a happy face, and Concubine Hui's heart was pounding with excitement. You must know that in this harem, the queen's power is even greater than that of Emperor Ming.

Now the empress said in person that she is qualified to be the first concubine among the four concubines, and that is the concubine with the same vice queen. Concubine Hui couldn't control her emotions even if she didn't want to be excited.

Seeing that Concubine Hui was already unable to control herself because of her own words, the smile on Xue Hou's mouth could not help but grow stronger.

Although the age difference between Empress Xue and Emperor Ming is 11 years, she has been able to live in the harem for several years without falling down. In addition to the high status of her mother's family, she is also very important to her ability to plan and win people's hearts. Relationship.

In fact, Xue Hou's appearance, compared with the three thousand beauties in the harem, she can only be regarded as dignified.

In terms of Emperor Ming's favor, she is now over thirty years old, and she has Zhou Xiantai, the second prince, who is incomparable to those delicate and beautiful concubines who have never given birth.

But in this harem, no matter how much favored concubines are, they dare not underestimate Empress Xue, and even after seeing each other, they will be like Concubine Hui, fearful and cautious, and accompany her carefully.

Because this Empress Xue's background is too strong, in this great week, except for Xiao's family, no one can compete with Xue Xiangfu.

In addition, this queen also vigorously supported her contacts in the harem, so it is not an exaggeration to say that this harem is covered by Queen Xue.

And this is also the reason why Concubine Hui is excited, because as long as Queen Xue says that she can become a concubine Xian, then this position will basically fall on her, and she cannot escape.

So Concubine Hui didn't say a word when she saw Queen Xue, she just looked at her and smiled, she immediately understood in her heart, and immediately knelt down in front of the other party again.

"Empress, to say something disrespectful, the good concubine, the Chen family, is just from a poor family. How can she be on the same level as girls from aristocratic families like us, but now the position of the fourth concubine is vacant, and your empress is the one who is in the phoenix position. Now, the most honorable one is Concubine Liang, this is simply a disgrace to the nobles of my Great Zhou Dynasty, if the empress is willing to help the concubines, then the concubines will definitely reciprocate in the future, and only the concubine will obey."

Satisfied with hearing what she wanted to hear, Empress Xue, who was smiling and silent, stretched out her hand to help Concubine Hui up, and then said in a concentrated voice:

"My sister's heart, I know all about it now. If you are free tonight, Concubine Hui will come to my Fengxiang Palace. There are some things that I think you should have the right to know."

As soon as she finished speaking, Empress Xue turned her eyes away from Concubine Hui, stared at the direction in which Concubine Liang was leaving with deep eyes, and smiled with a hint of deep meaning.

As for Concubine Liang and the others who had already left the Imperial Garden and returned to Yanqing Palace, they would naturally not know about the scene where Concubine Hui and Queen Xue met after they left.

Especially Xiao Jinxuan, who can't take care of other things at this meeting, because she is busy with her, she is coaxing Xiangping to calm down with a small smile.

On the way back from the imperial garden, Xiangping kept silent, just walked with her head down, because she was still angry about Xiao Jinxuan's refusal to tell the truth just now.

After arriving at Yanqing Palace, Xiao Jinxuan was still coaxing, Xiangping was not a calm person, and it was her limit not to talk all the way, so she immediately complained and said:

"Jinxuan, I'm not angry with you, I just feel sorry for you, and I don't understand, obviously Concubine Hui made a mistake first, why do you have to hide it for her? Seeing her proud look, I feel so sad Not happy."

Hearing this, Xiao Jinxuan smiled helplessly, but knowing that Xiangping would be so angry now, she was all worried about her, so she was immediately moved, and continued to persuade patiently:
"Xiangping, you are right, my wrist was indeed injured by Concubine Hui, but even everyone present knew that it was a matter, but so what, do you think there is no order for someone like me? Will Concubine Hui really be punished as a concubine of the Shuai Mansion? Obviously the answer is impossible."

Hearing this, Xiangping was very unconvinced and said: "Why don't you punish her? My concubine mother is above her, and has the power to assist the harem. At that time, as long as you identified Concubine Hui, concubine mother could give it to you." You are in charge."

Shaking her head and smiling lightly, Xiao Jinxuan turned to one side, looked at Concubine Liang who was busy preparing cakes, and then said in a calm voice:
"The concubine Liang is kind and virtuous, I believe she will definitely decide for me, but Xiangping, have you ever thought about it, if the concubine punishes Concubine Hui in public for me today, my justice will naturally be won, but Concubine Liang Empress is about to be criticized. After all, my status is too low. People who know it will say that empress is upholding justice. A small incident will turn into a harem fight, and the consequences are much more serious than this injury on my wrist."

Hearing this, the anger on Xiangping's face has long since dissipated. She was so angry just now because she thought that Xiao Jinxuan was afraid of Concubine Hui, so she gave in everywhere. This was unacceptable to her.

After all, after getting acquainted with Xiao Jinxuan in Guanyinyuan, Xiangping was deeply impressed by the other party's intelligence, calmness, and planning, and had a little admiration in his heart.

Therefore, seeing Xiao Jinxuan, who had always admired her, suddenly became so weak, it was hard for Xiangping to feel aggrieved, sad and disappointed.

But Xiangping is not a stupid person. When Xiao Jinxuan explained the truth to her clearly, the image of the other party in her eyes instantly rose several heights.

Meanwhile, Concubine Liang, who was arranging refreshments with her own hands, seemed to be busy, but in fact, all her thoughts were focused on Xiao Jinxuan.

Therefore, even though Xiao Jinxuan's voice just now was not loud, Concubine Liang still did not say a single word. After listening to it, she immediately nodded with a satisfied smile, feeling that Zhou Xianyu had a good vision. This handsome daughter, She is indeed a rare intelligent woman.

After the snacks were served, Concubine Liang said kindly:

"You two girls, don't stand there and talk about your own words, you have entered the palace so early, eat something quickly, so you won't be hungry."

After the misunderstanding with Xiao Jinxuan was resolved, Xiangping heard the words, immediately pulled her up with a smile, and walked towards the tea table where Concubine Liang was sitting.

But when she pulled Xiao Jinxuan's hand, it didn't matter, but she pulled the wound on the other's wrist. Immediately, Xiao Jinxuan couldn't help but gasped in pain, and frowned.

Seeing this, Concubine Liang hurried over, looked at Xiangping helplessly, and held up Xiao Jinxuan's wrist pitifully.

"Xiangping has always been very reckless. I think I have caused you a lot of trouble, Jinxuan. Now I called you into the palace, but you were injured. If Yu'er finds out about this, she will have to blame me to death."

When Concubine Liang said the first half of the sentence, Xiao Jinxuan could still smile along with her, but when she heard Zhou Xianyu was mentioned, she was taken aback for a moment, and then hurriedly said respectfully:
"Your Majesty, it is Jinxuan's blessing that the eighth princess is willing to befriend me. As for Concubine Hui making things difficult for me, it is also because of the long-standing discord between me and the Qian family. How can I blame my empress?" On the body, there is also His Royal Highness, I only have a casual relationship with him, I am sorry Jinxuan did not understand what you said just now."

Hearing this, seeing Xiao Jinxuan's calm expression, if Concubine Liang hadn't learned from Zhou Xianrui that the other party and Zhou Xianyu were deeply in love, she would have been fooled by the other party's calmness.

After ordering the palace maid to go to the imperial hospital to get some medicine for pain relief and scar removal, Concubine Liang turned to Xiao Jinxuan and said:

"Actually, you don't have to hide it from me. Xianrui has already told me about the matter between you and Yu'er. I did something wrong with Qing Ge's matter, but I misunderstood you. But Jinxuan, don't worry, everything is up to me, and I won't let you have lovers, so it's hard to get married."

Being supported by Concubine Liang to sit down, Xiao Jinxuan glanced at the other party in confusion, and after a moment of silence, she whispered:

"Ma'am, forgive me for saying something offensive. Miss Gu is your niece. Now that she can marry into the royal family and become a princess, you should be happy to see her succeed. Why do you still try to stop her? Don't be afraid that Miss Gu will know." Finally, do you want to blame your aunt?"

Sitting beside Xiangping, Xiao Jinxuan was very clear about the fact that Xiao Jinxuan fainted because of Zhou Xianyu's heartache, so she was delighted when she saw that her mother and concubine were willing to help, but after hearing Xiao Jinxuan's words, His expression became lonely again.

Because she suddenly thought of how difficult her cousin was for Xiao Jinxuan when she was in Gu's mansion, but now Xiao Jinxuan not only did not complain, but also considered the pros and cons for the other party on a matter-of-fact basis. down.

Concubine Liang couldn't help but be taken aback when she heard this. Looking at Xiao Jinxuan's calm expression, she sighed and said slowly:

"Miss Jinxuan is right. Qing Ge is indeed Ben Gong's niece. I am also happy for her that she can marry into the royal family. But besides being Qing Ge's aunt, Ben Gong is also Yu'er's mother and concubine. , this child has suffered a lot since he was a child. Although he is cynical on the surface, there are very few people who can really walk into his heart. I have never forced him to marry in these years, and I also hope that he can find himself Dear girl, now my son can be regarded as fulfilled, as a mother, I must try my best to help, and never let him regret it for the rest of my life."

Xiao Jinxuan was on the verge of speaking, but she couldn't say anything at this meeting. Concubine Liang is not Zhou Xianyu's biological mother. She knew this a long time ago, but she really didn't expect that the relationship between Concubine Liang and Zhou Xianyu would be like this. The mother-child love is so deep, which moved her, but she couldn't help being a little envious.

Seeing Xiao Jinxuan listening to her speech seriously, Concubine Liang held her hand, and continued to say with loving eyes:
"I called you into the palace today. Actually, I have nothing else to do. I just want to see the woman Yu'er likes. What kind of character is it? Now that I have met you, I feel at ease. I also know everything about Zhouquan, but as his mother and concubine, I want to ask you, Jinxuan, from now on, don't reject Yu'er and Qianli away again. This child is not as strong as you think. It is very fragile and cannot withstand the slightest harm."

(End of this chapter)