sbdcsierra Chapter 1257 The sedan chair was stolen (145 million reward points plus more)
Chapter 1257 The sedan chair was stolen (145 million reward points plus more)
Seeing Concubine Xuan come in, Handan and Fuqiu exchanged a knowing look.
Concubine Xuan and the Empress have the best relationship.
Now that no one was around, Concubine Xuan's tense expression visibly relaxed. The cautious respect on her face faded, and was tinged with a hint of genuine reluctance.
She took a few steps forward, her voice softening: "Sister Imperial Noble Consort..."
Shen Zhinian had already stood up from the throne and looked at her with a smile when he heard her words: "Why are you back again? Did you leave something behind?"
Concubine Xuan shook her head, looking around the towering palace that was about to be empty, and said softly, "I was just thinking that my sister will be moving to Yongshou Palace soon."
"Everlasting Longevity Palace is nice, but it's separated from my Chengqian Palace by half the harem. From now on... from now on, if I want to talk to you again, I'm afraid it won't be as convenient as it was in Zhongcui Palace."
There was undisguised affection in her words.
Before Shen Zhinian could open her mouth to offer comfort, Concubine Xuan suddenly smiled, her smile bright and sincere: "Look at me, why do I keep saying these things!"
"I am truly happy for my sister! Yongshou Palace is closest to Yangxin Palace. If Your Majesty has time, you can easily walk over. This is a great favor and honor!"
Seeing Concubine Xuan's demeanor, Shen Zhinian couldn't help but smile and shook his head, saying, "Silly talk."
"No matter how far apart Yongshou Palace and Chengqian Palace are, they are both within the palace walls. If you miss me, or if the Sixth Prince wants to play with Ah Xu, you can go over anytime. Is there anyone who dares to stop you?"
Concubine Xuan's eyes lit up, and she immediately climbed up the ladder, her tone becoming more cheerful: "Then, Imperial Noble Concubine, please don't think I'm noisy. I will definitely bother you often when the time comes, so please don't be annoyed!"
The warm sunlight fell into the hall through the carved window lattices, illuminating the relaxed smiles of the two people.
Shen Zhinian smiled and said, "Of course not."
"When the Sixth Prince grows up, you'll have more free time. Then, why not come and help me share some of the palace duties?"
When Concubine Xuan heard this, the smile on her face froze instantly, as if she was shocked by this sudden appointment.
She waved her hands hurriedly, with a hint of uncertainty: "How can I do this? I... I am stupid, I am afraid, I am afraid that I can't do it well and will cause trouble for my sister..."
"Who is born with the ability?"
Shen Zhinian said gently: "Everything can be learned."
"I think you are thoughtful and steady, which is very good."
She paused, her eyes flickering as if teasing, then sighing softly, "Or, sister, can you bear to see me so busy that I can't even have a cup of tea?"
Although Shen Zhinian's tone was light, his words carried a lot of weight.
Concubine Xuan immediately looked up and met Shen Zhinian's smiling eyes.
There is concern, encouragement, and a deep trust in it.
Her heart warmed, and she almost blurted out: "Your Highness... Your Highness will study hard and will never let you down!"
Seeing Concubine Xuan's eagerness to express her opinion, Shen Zhinian smiled and nodded gently: "Then it's settled."
Xuan Fei's face flushed slightly with excitement: "Hmm..."
……
The ceremonial guards of the concubines in each palace dispersed one by one.
Concubine Chun caressed her swollen belly as she watched Concubine Dun being carefully supported by Xiao Tianzi into the sedan chair. The soft brocade cushions on the sedan chair stung her eyes.
She had heard that whenever a favored lady in the palace became pregnant with an heir, His Majesty would usually grant her a sedan chair to save them the trouble of walking.
Why is it that when it comes to her, His Majesty seems to have completely forgotten?
She still had to drag her heavy body back to Yikun Palace step by step...
Seeing Concubine Dun's lack of energy, Concubine Chun's lips suddenly curled up.
His Royal Highness the Prince of Jin wanted her to muddy the waters in the harem, and she was worried about where to start.
Just as Concubine Dun's sedan chair was about to set off, Concubine Chun suddenly cried out "Ouch", her body swayed slightly, she held her stomach tightly with one hand, her brows furrowed, and a look of pain instantly appeared on her face.
Yingxiang immediately exclaimed, "My lady! What's wrong with you?"
Upon hearing the sound, Concubine Dun, who was walking in front, had to signal the sedan chair to stop.
A trace of obvious impatience flashed across her skinny face, but she had to control her temper and ask, "What's wrong with you?!"
Concubine Chun leaned against Yingxiang, her breath quickening, her voice deliberately weak. "Your Highness, Concubine Dun... I, your concubine, suddenly felt a slight pain in my abdomen. Perhaps... perhaps I've been standing for too long and am a little tired..."
Concubine Dun's eyes turned cold. How could she not see through her trick? She said coldly, "If that's the case, let someone call the imperial physician to take a look."
"No... there's no need to bother the doctor."
Concubine Chun's eyes drifted towards the sedan chair under Concubine Dun: "If I can sit on it and relax for a while, I think everything will be fine..."
"What did you say?!"
Xiao Tianzi standing by was so angry that his face turned pale.
How dare a mere nobleman openly covet the Empress's sedan chair?!
He was about to open his mouth to scold, but was stopped by a look from Concubine Dun.
Concubine Dun's gaze fell on Concubine Chun's belly, inside of which was the most precious golden medal of immunity from death in the harem.
First of all, Concubine Chun is a member of her palace.
Secondly, as the queen, she couldn't just ignore the two of them walking together.
If there was a quarrel...
So what if Concubine Chun's actions were against the rules? No matter how big the rules were, could they be bigger than the emperor's heir?
I'm afraid that I'll be the one who suffers the loss...
If you hold back at this moment, you can accuse Concubine Chun of being arrogant because of her pregnancy.
Thinking of this, Concubine Dun took a deep breath and suppressed the anger in her heart.
"That's all."
"I'll go down, you come up."
Xiao Tianzi's expression changed: "My Lady..."
Concubine Dun stopped him with her eyes.
A hint of pride quickly flashed in Concubine Chun's eyes, but her face still looked frail. Supported by Yingxiang, she almost couldn't wait to move towards the sedan chair.
Xiao Tianzi was so angry that he was shaking all over, but he could only watch Chun Guiren replace Dun Fei and sit firmly in the position.
Concubine Dun was supported by the palace maids and stood quietly aside.
The cold wind blew away her thin robe, making her look even more emaciated. Only in her downcast eyes was there a cold hatred.
She wanted to see how long this foreign tribute could remain proud!
The sedan chair started moving again and headed towards the Yiku Palace.
But this time, the person sitting on it was the triumphant Concubine Chun.
……
The news that Concubine Chun had seized Concubine Dun's sedan chair spread throughout the harem within half a day.
Whispers flowed quietly beneath the vermilion palace walls.
Everyone started discussing it, their voices inevitably tinged with disdain: "After all, they're tribute from the Western Regions. They're uneducated, arrogant, and domineering. They even dared to seize the sedan chair of the Palace Master!"
Concubine Chun's exotic appearance and origins now became her original sin, proving the saying that those who are not of my race must have different hearts.