Transmigrating into a book, seducing him to rise to power

Today, under the blazing sun, Ye Yaqin, Mu Liyue, and Lin Miaoyin, the three newlyweds, entered the palace under the guidance of a group of palace maids.

Ling Yue personally arranged for people to lead them to the residence she had prepared in an orderly manner.

When Jun Zechen came out of the Qianqing Palace today, he listened to his father tell him the ancestral teaching about seven sons having different mothers.

In my previous life, I only heard about this matter before my father passed away, but in this life, because of the early selection of candidates, my father has mentioned it in advance.

But Jun Zechen remained calm and composed.

With a slight sigh, it seems that my life has truly changed a lot.

When Jun Zechen returned to the East Palace, night had already fallen, and he had dinner in the Yude Hall.

The considerate Anshun bowed slightly and respectfully said, "Your Highness, the three newlyweds have entered the Eastern Palace today. Would Your Highness like to go and see them?"

Upon hearing this, Jun Zechen was slightly taken aback. A new concubine had entered the palace today?

He frowned slightly.

Who are they?

"Ye Liangdi, Mu Liangdi, and Lin Liangyuan," Anshun answered quickly.

A thoughtful look flashed across Jun Zechen's eyes, but then he suddenly remembered that jealous and competitive woman.

"What is the concubine doing?"

"The concubine did not come out of the Shui Ning Palace today, perhaps because of the hot weather."

Anshun explained, his gaze always lowered.

But Jun Zechen knew that although Su Jingyao didn't like to move around too much on weekdays, she would still take a walk in the small garden after meals or go to the pavilion to watch the fish.

Did you not even go out today?

"Let's go take a look at the Water Condensation Palace."

After Jun Zechen finished speaking, he strode towards the Water Condensation Palace.

When we arrived at the Water Condensation Palace, the candlelight inside was flickering.

Just like when Su Jingyao first entered the Eastern Palace a few months ago, she was focused on the chessboard by herself, her expression serious, completely different from her usual playful and lively demeanor.

As soon as Jun Zechen stepped into the hall, the candlelight flickered slightly, and Su Jingyao realized he had arrived.

She looked up and saw it was him, somewhat surprised.

Isn't today supposed to be the day of the newlyweds' arrival at the palace? Why are you here?

Su Jingyao prepared to stand up and bow.

"No need, please sit down. It's been a long time since I've seen you play chess. Shall I play a game with you?"

Jun Zechen strode over to her and sat down calmly.

"Then please, Your Highness."

Su Jingyao smiled slightly, her smile instantly brightening the atmosphere of the entire hall.

The two then began playing chess, but Su Jingyao was naturally not simply playing chess with him as she had the first time.

Her delicate brows furrowed slightly, her beautiful eyes darting around as she kept her eyes glued to the chessboard while asking questions in a seemingly casual manner.

"Now that a new concubine has entered the palace, Your Highness, why don't you go to some other pleasure quarters?"

Her tone carried a hint of reproach.

Jun Zechen's hand holding the chess piece suddenly stopped in mid-air, a complex emotion spreading across his eyes.

He should indeed go to the newlyweds' place today, but for some reason, he was afraid of hurting her feelings.

Although I haven't gotten to know her very well over the past few months, I do know that she is competitive, and to put it bluntly, vain, domineering, likes to be fawned over, and is unwilling to be subordinate to others.

They could argue for a long time over a bracelet, so when a new concubine enters the palace, it's natural to give her enough confidence and let her know that the concubine is favored.

Jun Zechen had many women in his past life, so he has little interest in women in this life.

The first time he favored Su Jingyao was simply because he didn't want her to disappear silently like she had in his previous life.

However, it is undeniable that he gradually developed feelings for Su Jingyao, the kind of feelings that came from the bottom of his heart, wanting to pamper and indulge her.

The feeling she gave him was novel and unique, something he had never experienced before.

In public, she possesses the dignified elegance of a well-bred lady; at home, however, she is alluring and captivating, like a bewitching enchantress.

Although she occasionally revealed her vanity and arrogance in his presence, she excelled in both chess and poetry, proving herself to be far from the kind of woman who was all show and no substance.

Su Jingyao seems to be a collection of contradictions to Jun Zechen. The more you explore her, the more you become obsessed with her and the more you can't help but like her.

Therefore, in this selection process, Jun Zechen chose mostly women who could bear children, hoping to fulfill his father's entrustment and ancestral instructions as soon as possible.

They wanted the princes to be born early, just like in their previous lives, and sent to the princes' arsenal for careful upbringing.

In this way, they would not be exposed to the corrupt atmosphere of the harem, nor would the princes have to interact too much with their mothers.

Jun Zechen has always treated all the princes equally.

With enough princes in the harem, how he dotes on a woman will naturally no longer be subject to criticism from his mother and court officials.

but.......

Jun Zechen felt conflicted and worried.

I want to spoil her, but I'm also afraid that she'll become unruly if she's spoiled.

Especially now that there are more and more women, if she continues to be arrogant and domineering because of his favor, these women have a wide variety of ways to deal with people.

Jun Zechen slowly placed his piece, then looked up, a hint of mockery in his eyes, and asked, "Jealous?"

"Are you jealous? Your Highness, may I have a son?"

Su Jingyao smiled radiantly and asked in a sweet voice.

Didn't he say he never gives in to others? Since we're here today, let's slightly break his rule.

"Play well, your chess skills are probably even better than your father's."

Jun Zechen's lips curled up, a smile that was neither a smile nor a frown.

Upon hearing this, Su Jingyao raised her eyebrows without hesitation and answered confidently.

"Of course, my chess skills are inherited from my father, but I have surpassed him; this is my talent."

Jun Zechen couldn't help but chuckle softly.

"You're not even embarrassed to praise yourself?"

"Would Your Highness like to praise me?"

Su Jingyao gently placed a piece, then raised her eyes, her watery gaze fixed on him, her eyes filled with anticipation.

"What would you like to hear?"

I came here today because I didn't want her to be bothered by the new woman. A few words of praise to make her smile is worth it.

"Can I hear whatever Your Highness praises whenever I want?"

Su Jingyao blinked, her smile growing even brighter.

Jun Zechen nodded, his eyes filled with tenderness today.

Seeing him like this, Su Jingyao wondered if it was because he felt guilty about having another woman soon.

Then let's make the most of him today.

"Talent, temperament, personality, beauty, Your Highness, praise me for every move you make. If I am not satisfied with your praise, you shall give me a move."

Su Jingyao's tone carried a hint of coquetry, and her expression was both proud and adorable.

"It seems that if I don't praise you properly today, this game of chess won't be able to continue."

"It's good that Your Highness knows. Let's start with this one piece in Your Highness's hand."

Jun Zechen complied with her, pondered for a moment, and thought about her talent.

This woman is exceptionally talented, so praising her wouldn't go against my conscience.

"How many talented men are there who can capture the essence of spring?"

There are few women as talented as her, and even those who can fully appreciate the sublime realm of literature are not as good as her.

Su Jingyao was genuinely surprised that he praised her so highly right away. Although she was somewhat arrogant, after all, she had the mindset of an adult since she transmigrated and had been studying with her father since she was very young, she dared not say that the most talented men and women in the world were inferior to her.

But who doesn't like to hear such sweet words?

"Your Highness has passed the test; I am very satisfied."

Su Jingyao smiled sweetly, her face full of joy and satisfaction.

Seeing her happy, Jun Zechen couldn't help but smile, then placed the chess piece down.

Su Jingyao was always serious when playing chess with him. Jun Zechen was a highly skilled player, and Su Jingyao had to think deeply before carefully placing her piece after a long while.

While waiting for her to play chess, Jun Zechen didn't stay idle either.

His gaze was deep as he conceived the next words of praise for her.

After she finally made her move, Jun Zechen spoke.

"Gui was beautiful and graceful, with a quiet and composed demeanor. Her gentle charm and captivating speech were alluring."

After spending these past few months with her, Jun Zechen finally found a woman worthy of those words. The woman before him was truly elegant and charming, with gentle and quiet manners.

Her gentle and graceful demeanor, her beautiful and charming manner, and even her words exude an irresistible allure.

"how?"

"Your Highness is so good at praising people, I'm blushing."

Su Jingyao's cheeks instantly flushed crimson, like a magnificent sunset.

She lowered her head slightly, her eyelashes trembling, exuding a touch of shyness and charm.

Then he muttered under his breath, "I wonder if His Highness praises other women in the same way."

Her voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz, tinged with a hint of jealousy.

Seeing her satisfied expression, Jun Zechen placed his chess piece down again.

Hearing the muttering, he thought the woman was ungrateful and reached out to pinch her porcelain-white cheek.

He said with a hint of doting affection, "This is the only time I've ever praised you like this."

Who does she think she is, worthy of his painstaking praise?

Su Jingyao sniffed, gave a coquettish hum, and then turned her attention back to the chessboard to continue playing.

After finishing, she eagerly awaited Jun Zechen's praise of her personality.

However, this really stumped Jun Zechen. Given her spoiled and willful nature, he thought of many words and phrases, but none of them seemed appropriate.

For example, the phrase "终温且惠，淑慎其身" describes a woman as gentle and compliant, kind and cautious in her conduct, but this has absolutely nothing to do with her.

"Her demeanor was always the same, yet her heart was always knotted." That doesn't seem quite right either. Was her dignified appearance always consistent? No, it was all an act.

Thinking of this, Jun Zechen couldn't help but chuckle.

Su Jingyao's eyebrows furrowed, and she said angrily, "What is Your Highness thinking? Is my personality so unappealing that Your Highness can't bring yourself to praise me?"

Her voice was clearly annoyed, and her small face was tense, showing her dissatisfaction.

Jun Zechen's long-held thoughts were one thing, but this smile infuriated Su Jingyao. She bit her lip, her cheeks puffing out slightly.

It looked like an annoyed kitten.

Seeing her dissatisfaction, Jun Zechen's eyes flashed with a mischievous glint as he teased, "You're so proud and willful, your clever words and unreasonable remarks are endless."

Her personality was unique; no one else's poems could accurately describe her, so she had to write her own lyrics to praise her.

Actually, he had another thought in his mind.

Even if she is eccentric and hard to control, what does it matter if she is devoted to him and only has eyes for him?

However, I am not yet able to indulge him so completely, so I will leave it at that for now.

"Does Your Highness mean I am spoiled and willful?"

Su Jingyao's tone became even more dissatisfied, her lips pouting high. How could this be a compliment?

"Being spoiled and willful is also cute," Jun Zechen added.

"No, I'm not satisfied. Your Highness, please give me one of your sons," Su Jingyao said stubbornly.

Jun Zechen reluctantly withdrew the chess piece he was about to place. "Fine, I'll give you a one-piece advantage."

Su Jingyao placed another piece, finally showing a satisfied expression on her face. Then, she rested her rosy cheeks on her hands, her eyes sparkling, waiting with great interest for him to praise her beauty.

"Your Highness, you must praise this last point properly. If you don't, Your Highness should go find another sister."

She raised an eyebrow at him, her eyes carrying a hint of threat.

Jun Zechen reached out and gently tapped her forehead with his finger, feigning anger, and said, "You're becoming increasingly tactless with your words."

"Your beauty..."

Jun Zechen's dark eyes were focused intently on the beauty under the light. Her beauty was so obvious to him that he could say it without even thinking.

Jun Zechen said very seriously: "A beauty that could topple kingdoms, neither flower nor mist, a woman who walks alone for ten miles in the spring breeze."

Her beauty was breathtaking, more radiant than any flower, more enchanting than any mist; even the most beautiful spring scenery couldn't compare to her.

Upon hearing this, Su Jingyao's eyes and brows instantly lit up with a broad smile.

Fortunately, this man was exceptionally handsome and full of talent, making him a pleasant person to be around.

"Today, a new concubine enters the palace, yet Your Highness has come to Shui Ning Palace. Is it because you fear that I will be jealous and heartbroken?"

Su Jingyao tilted her head and stared straight at Jun Zechen.

Jun Zechen did not respond to her, but silently continued playing chess, gently placing the chess piece in his hand.

Su Jingyao stopped asking questions. Before entering the East Palace, she had never imagined that Jun Zechen would remain chaste for her.

Since she likes his power, there's no need to be overly critical of him in that regard.

There is no such thing as having it all in this world. Su Jingyao may be able to choose someone who can be with her for life, but such a person cannot protect her or the Su family.

It could not give her the wealth and glory she longed for, nor the honor of the Su family.