funbook-pk Chapter 85 Consort Fucha and the Empress Appear 85
Chapter 85 Consort Fucha and the Empress Appear 85
"I've come today to give you a reminder."
The chubby orange picked up its teacup, took a small sip, and
"Don't think that just because you've been released from confinement you can do whatever you want."
"If any more offspring are harmed within the harem, I will not let it go lightly."
The Empress was startled upon hearing this; the Emperor indeed knew what she had done.
How much did the Emperor know? If he knew everything, he probably wouldn't have lifted her confinement.
However much the emperor knew, she could not admit it.
The Empress knelt down with a thud, tears welling in her eyes, "Your Majesty, why do you say such things?"
"I have always been mindful of my duties in managing the inner palace, without the slightest negligence, and I have never harbored any intention to harm anyone."
The chubby orange snorted coldly, "Empress, don't pretend to be confused in front of me."
Zhang Mi is already dead. For the sake of the Empress Dowager and Chun Yuan, the past events can be forgiven.
I will not pursue this matter further for now, but from now on, if any further incidents occur in the palace...
I will hold you accountable for everything; I will no longer show any mercy to past relationships.
Even if the Empress Dowager pleads for mercy, it will be to no avail.
Even Chun Yuan couldn't protect you forever. You'd better take care of yourself.
After saying this, the chubby orange cat ignored the queen and turned away.
The empress collapsed to the ground, her eyes filled with terror and resentment.
She knew perfectly well that the Emperor was serious this time.
But she could only watch as those lowly women in the harem enjoyed a life of luxury and became empress dowagers thanks to her son.
She was unwilling to accept this; all of this should have belonged to her, Honghui.
Honghui is gone, so these people's sons don't deserve it either.
Thinking of how that vile Consort Shu took advantage of her confinement to win over people everywhere,
The palace servants all say that Consort Shu is virtuous and generous.
Shouldn't the description of her as empress be "virtuous and generous"?
Sure enough, after Consort Shu had the Sixth Prince, her thoughts became more complicated.
Perhaps they also coveted her position as empress.
The queen clenched her fists tightly, her sharp nails digging deep into her palms.
She endured the pain, gritted her teeth, and forced out, "Consort Shu, I will make sure you suffer!"
Just then, Huichun tiptoed in cautiously.
She looked at the Empress with concern and asked softly, "Your Majesty, are you alright?"
Upon hearing this, the Empress abruptly raised her head and coldly glanced at Huichun.
Then, she said in an unquestionable tone, "Help me up."
Huichun lowered her head, quickly stepped forward, and reached out her hands to support the Empress.
With the help of Huichun, the Queen slowly stood up and gently straightened her slightly disheveled clothes.
Then, she took a deep breath, calmed herself down, and said:
"Let's go to Shou Kang Palace to pay our respects to the Empress Dowager."
Hui Chun quickly replied "Yes," and followed closely behind the Empress.
The Empress, accompanied by her entourage, left Jingren Palace and headed to Shou Kang Palace.
Throughout the journey, the Empress was thinking about how to get the Empress Dowager to help suppress Consort Shu.
It would be best to get the Empress Dowager to help get rid of Consort Shu's sixth prince.
Finally, the group arrived at the gate of Shou Kang Palace.
When the palace servants saw the Empress arrive, they quickly bowed.
Inside Shou Kang Palace, the Empress Dowager heard Zhu Xi announce that the Empress had arrived.
He simply said, "Let her in."
The Empress Dowager showed no joy whatsoever at the visit of her niece, the Empress.
If she hadn't wanted to give the Empress a warning, she wouldn't have even seen her.
If it weren't for her repeated pleas for the Empress, she would still be under house arrest.
After being announced by a palace maid, the Empress led Huichun into the palace.
The Empress Dowager was lying weakly on the bed. When she heard them come in, she only slightly raised her eyelids.
Upon seeing this, the Empress hurriedly stepped forward, respectfully bowed to the Empress Dowager, and then inquired with concern:
"Empress Dowager, are you feeling any better?"
The Empress Dowager snorted and said slowly, "If you really want me to get better, then stop doing those foolish things."
Empress Dowager…
The Empress Dowager interrupted, "You don't need to try to fool me with those old words anymore."
This time, it was only after I repeatedly pleaded with the Emperor on your behalf that he lifted your confinement.
If you continue to harm the emperor's offspring as before, I will not be able to protect you.
Empress Dowager, ever since Consort Shu had the Sixth Prince, she has been trying to win people over everywhere.
From Consort Jing to Noble Lady Xin, all these people are now leaning towards Consort Shu.
If things continue like this, will I also have to hand over my position as Empress to Consort Shu?
The Empress paused for a moment and continued, "Although I have been released from confinement, the palace affairs are still in the hands of Consort Hua."
The Empress Dowager gave the Empress a deep look and slowly said, "Hmph, don't think I don't know what you're thinking."
Although Consort Shu is in power, she has not overstepped any boundaries. If you stop doing those foolish things...
Don't give anyone any leverage against you. With me here, your position as Empress is secure.
As for palace affairs, your actions have caused the emperor to lose trust in you.
It's a good thing that you're temporarily under the care of Consort Hua; it gives you a chance to recuperate.
Look at yourself now, you're so emaciated.
The Empress gritted her teeth, a hint of resentment flashing in her eyes, but her words softened:
"Your Majesty's reprimand is correct, but I am truly uneasy."
The Empress Dowager closed her eyes, feeling utterly exhausted.
"You should really try to control your temper!"
He should pay more attention to the concubines in the palace and the emperor's children on a regular basis.
The emperor sees that you have reformed and, out of respect for Empress Chun Yuan, will not do anything to you.
Furthermore, Consort Hua has always been arrogant and domineering; given enough time, she will surely make a grave mistake.
At that time, you just need to stay calm and patiently wait for the right opportunity, and the affairs of the palace will eventually be back in your hands.
Furthermore, do not harm the princes again; the emperor is now extremely concerned about the imperial succession.
If you dare to take that risk again, then you might really lose your position as Empress!
The Empress curtsied and said, "Your Majesty's teachings will be followed."
The Empress Dowager suddenly felt an itch in her throat and began to cough involuntarily.
Upon seeing the Empress Dowager's reaction, the Empress was startled and quickly stepped forward.
He reached out and gently patted and stroked the Empress Dowager's back.
But in her heart she thought, "The Empress Dowager cannot die now. If the Empress Dowager dies, my position as Empress will surely be in jeopardy."
Thinking of this, the Empress quickly reached for the warm water cup that was placed to the side.
They carefully brought it to the Empress Dowager's lips.
The Empress Dowager slightly opened her mouth and took a sip of water from the Empress's hand.
I immediately felt a cool and refreshing sensation in my throat, and the stuffy and uncomfortable feeling was relieved a little.
After the Empress Dowager finally caught her breath, she slowly raised one hand, waved it weakly, and said:
"Now, you must not lay a hand on Consort Shu and her son."
In this harem, only those who have the last laugh can become the true winners.
The Third Prince is incompetent and unfit for important positions.
Choose someone easy to manipulate, and get her pregnant with the dragon's offspring and give birth to a prince as soon as possible.
Then we'll find a way to make the emperor dislike Consort Shu and her son.
When that prince comes of age, you will become the Empress Dowager.
But if you remain obstinate and unrepentant, then I have no other choice but to abandon you.
After saying this, the Empress Dowager felt utterly exhausted, so she closed her eyes and weakly waved her hand, saying:
"I am tired, you may leave now."
Upon hearing this, the Empress quickly bowed respectfully and then softly replied:
"I will respectfully follow the Empress Dowager's instructions and take my leave now."
After saying this, she slowly stood up, turned around and left the Shou Kang Palace where the Empress Dowager resided.
However, the moment the Empress stepped out of the palace gates,
The submissive look on her face vanished instantly, replaced by a gloomy and angry expression.
She walked forward silently, her face ashen, with Huichun and the others following closely behind, not daring to utter a word.
They were afraid of getting into trouble.
Upon returning to Jingren Palace, the Empress sat wearily on the couch, gently waving her hand to signal everyone to leave.
After the palace servants withdrew, leaving only Huichun by his side,
The Empress slowly closed her eyes, her brows furrowed.
She was very annoyed by the Empress Dowager's reprimand.
Upon seeing this, Huichun quickly stepped forward and gently pressed down on the Empress's head with both hands.
Her movements were skillful and careful, as if she were afraid of hurting her master.
As Huichun's fingers moved rhythmically, the Empress's tense nerves gradually relaxed, and her furrowed brows slowly unfurrowed.
After a long while, until the Queen's breathing became steady and even, and her emotions stabilized...
Huichun then cautiously probed:
"Your Majesty, in my humble opinion, why don't you do as the Empress Dowager suggested and find a suitable person to serve the Emperor?"
"Once she becomes pregnant, we can always find a way to terminate the pregnancy and keep the baby."
However, the Empress suddenly opened her eyes, a flash of anger in them, and said indignantly:
"Why should I obey the Empress Dowager's arrangements?"
I chose the Third Prince because he is easy to control.
If I were to choose another prince, how long would I have to wait?
Before, she was Consort Hua, and now she is Consort Shu. As an empress, I have to put up with these lowly women being so arrogant in front of me.
"Endure, endure, endure! Why must I keep enduring?"
Hui Chun: "But now, Consort Shu's Yanxi Palace is like an iron barrel..."
No matter what methods we use, we can't touch them; the spies we planted in Yanxi Palace are no longer under our control.
They've all acknowledged Consort Shu as their master, so we can't touch Consort Shu and her son now.
Moreover, Your Majesty has only just been released from confinement; the Emperor will certainly have people keeping an eye on Jingren Palace.
If you were to lay a hand on Consort Shu and her son again, and the Emperor were to discover it, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Upon hearing Huichun's words, the Empress gritted her teeth and said resentfully, "Am I really just going to let her go like this?"
Huichun said softly, "Your Majesty, why don't we listen to the Empress Dowager first?"
The Empress Dowager's rise from palace maid to Empress Dowager must have been achieved through ruthless means.
Let's choose one of us to give birth to a little prince, a little prince raised by the Empress's side.
They will definitely listen to the Empress more than the Third Prince. We'll find a way to get rid of Consort Shu and her son then.
Even the Emperor wouldn't suspect you.
After a long silence, the Empress finally had to abandon her plan to harm Consort Shu and her son.
She slowly opened her mouth and said, "It seems that this is the only way for me."
However, the selection of this person must be done carefully; one should not choose a cunning or seductive individual.
Hui Chun said, "This servant thinks there are ready-made candidates in the palace."
The Empress asked, "Who is the person you're referring to?"