You take on two husbands, I'll turn around and marry the tyrant and rule the world.

Bai Qianrou dared not refute or blame His Majesty, but instead cast her hateful gaze at Chu Nianci.

Her grandfather had hinted to her that the Grand Commandant's family's biggest enemy was the Duke of Zhenguo's family. Only by eliminating Gu Qingmei could they gain a foothold in the harem, and only then would the Grand Commandant's family have smooth sailing in the court.

She had been planning this for a long time.

If this person hadn't been there to suck out the poison for Gu Qingmei, her plan would definitely have succeeded.

Could Chu Nianci know something? Although she didn't expose me just now, that doesn't mean she doesn't know anything.

If she knew everything and exposed it, she would be finished.

Bai Qianrou felt uneasy.

Her fingers touched the embroidery on the fabric, which made her uncomfortable. Of course, she wanted to get rid of anything that was uncomfortable. She clenched her fingers tightly, hoping to shut her up and prevent her from speaking anymore.

In this world, only the dead can truly shut their mouths.

Consort Yu's sharp gaze fell upon her. Chu Nianci looked up at her, only to see that Consort Yu had already lowered her head indifferently, as if nothing had happened.

Chu Nianci sneered inwardly, keeping her head down quietly.

Perhaps the uncertainty and fear she felt was more unbearable than knowing the truth.

At this moment, Duanmu Qingyu's voice of approval came from above: "Aunt Lan Cui of Xiefang Palace remained calm and handled the situation well. She is now promoted to Second-Class Head Aunt and transferred to Chuxiu Palace to be in charge of the training of the newly selected ladies."

Lan Cui was overjoyed and kowtowed to express her gratitude without showing any emotion.

Although the palace has already selected instructors to teach these selected ladies-in-waiting at their homes, they will only be taught some basic etiquette.

Before officially serving the emperor, all the young ladies would live in Chuxiu Palace. The palace would also assign an aunt to teach them about bedroom matters, assist with physical examinations and care, so as to ensure that they were healthy and well-mannered before serving the emperor. These young ladies teaching the aunts was more respectable and less troublesome than training the young palace maids, and they were also rewarded more.

"Chu, a concubine selected for the Xiefang Palace, acted swiftly and skillfully in rescuing the emperor in a time of crisis. She is hereby granted the title 'Hui' and is to be transferred to serve the emperor from this day forward."

Chu Nianci felt a surge of joy.

First, it's to get what one wants.

This doesn't elevate her rank, but only grants her a title. Actually, it's a good thing for her, the daughter of a minor official of the fifth rank. If she had truly obtained a high position, she would have become the target of public criticism, and wouldn't even know how she died.

Now, having received the title of "Wisdom" and been transferred to the Emperor's court, she is both respectable and not too conspicuous, which suits her plan to bide her time.

Secondly, I am happy for my good friend Shen Lanbing.

Not only did she escape the misfortunes of her past life, but she was also exceptionally promoted to the rank of Noble Lady, which provided her with support in the inner palace.

She raised her eyes and secretly met the young emperor's gaze for a moment before quickly lowering her eyes, a perfectly measured blush rising on her cheeks.

Duanmu Qingyu was slightly taken aback.

Logically speaking, for a mere concubine to look directly at the emperor's face is a great disrespect.

But since she saved Gu Qingmei today and helped him avert a huge crisis, it wouldn't hurt to make an exception and be lenient with him.

Moreover... his eyes were clear and bright, intelligent and quick-witted.

It seems that his title is quite fitting.

In her previous life, Chu Nianci had carefully studied the emperor's personality in order to help Lin Jingrui get promoted.

I know that while I value rules, I prefer intelligent people.

If this person is intelligent and talented, and happens to hit his preferences, he will take a second look.

Sure enough, Duanmu Qingyu's lips curled up slightly, revealing a gentle smile as refreshing as a spring breeze.

Bai Qianrou and Shen Lanbing were already stunned.

Staring blankly at that smile, I felt that his appearance was already peerless, and with that smile, it was as if all the flowers in my heart had bloomed.

Seeing that the imperial edict had been issued, Xia Dong said no more, kowtowed and accepted the order: "This servant will obey the imperial edict."

A whole controversy was settled with just a few words.

After everyone dispersed, Chu Nianci escorted Shen Lanbing to the palace gate.

Shen Lanbing's brows and eyes still held a hint of undisguised joy, prompting Chu Nianci to tease, "Bing'er has never coveted wealth or power, so why are you so happy to be selected today?"

Shen Lanbing blushed slightly, but frankly admitted, "I never craved a high position before; I only hoped to marry the best man in the world and live a carefree life. But after meeting His Majesty today, he is very good..."

Chu Nianci clicked his tongue in surprise.

This Duanmu Qingyu is truly remarkable; in just one encounter, he subdued this proud and aloof Shen sister.

Who knows how chaotic the competition for favor will become in the palace in the future?

But as her sister, she had to remind her: "Bing'er, the Emperor's heart is unpredictable. In the deep palace, it's best to be cautious..."

Thinking of the innocent and naive Consort Yu, her eyes turned cold, and she warned, "You'd better watch out for Bai Qianrou in the future; there's something wrong with that cup of tea she drank!"

Chu Nianci wanted to remind her about the poisonous scorpions, but then realized this wasn't the place to talk, so he only told her half of it.

"So there really was something strange about that cup of tea..." Shen Lanbing trusted Chu Nianci completely. "She's Gu Qingmei's friend, so I'll stay away from her..."

"No wonder, no wonder His Majesty only gave her the rank of Consort. It turns out His Majesty saw it all along. He is so wise and intelligent that he could see that Bai Qianrou had a problem at a glance... No other man in the world can compare to him." A blush swept across Shen Lanbing's face.

Chu Nianci blinked.

Unexpectedly, she became more and more obsessed as she talked.

She couldn't bear to continue, why shatter the beautiful dream she was currently having?

The palace maids who were escorting them home were already urging them to hurry.

Chu Nianci had no choice but to hurry up and say, "There is one more thing I need to entrust to you, sister. Now that you are a Noble Lady, you are entitled to bring one nanny and two personal maids into the palace. I would like to ask you to help me bring my personal maid, Hongying, in."

"I happen to have a personal maid who doesn't want to enter the palace because her mother is seriously ill," Shen Lanbing readily agreed. "Give me the address, and I'll send someone to pick her up."

Chu Nianci told her where Uncle Qiao lived, and the two then reluctantly parted ways.

The palace gates slowly closed, dividing the world into two separate areas.

Chu Nianci turned to look at the bottomless palace passage and took a soft breath.

She has only just embarked on this path.

As evening fell, the Hall of Mental Cultivation sent two palace maids to fetch them.

Chu Nianci led Tuanyuan toward the Hall of Mental Cultivation. Tuanyuan carried several bundles on her back and walked for nearly half an hour before reaching the Lizheng Gate. After turning past several palace walls, she finally saw the Hall of Mental Cultivation, where the emperor lived.

The palace is majestic, its green tiles reflecting the setting sun, its red walls towering high. In the evening, the wind is strong, making the palace bells tinkle.

The three gilded characters "Hall of Mental Cultivation" on the plaque are written with a powerful and profound style, exuding a solemn and dignified imperial aura.

Chu Nianci was a reborn person who had seen the emperor's palace before, so he didn't find it particularly grand or majestic. However, Tuanyuan was stunned by what he saw and even held his breath.

As the sun gradually set, snowflakes began to fall from the sky.

Just as she was about to look away, she suddenly caught sight of a familiar figure kneeling at the entrance of the Hall of Mental Cultivation not far away...

Lin Jingrui.

He stood upright, kneeling motionless in front of the palace gate, when unexpectedly, he encountered this person again so soon.