Thinking of this, Wei Ziyao looked at the Emperor, wanting to see his reaction.
As expected, the Emperor was displeased after hearing Ki Chien-chul's words.
"We used to think that you knew when to advance and when to retreat, but now you don't know what's important. Your wangfei just saved your sister, and now you want to take in a secondary fei. Won't your wife be disappointed? Since we allowed you to take in Ruier, you two will get married sooner or later. Why are you in such a hurry? "
Seeing that the Emperor was angry, everyone in the room immediately knelt down, not daring to breathe.
Only Wei Ziyao looked up and glanced at the Emperor, then slowly knelt down.
"This son knows his mistake. This son and Ruier have been together for so many years. It's already wrong that I can't give her the position of main wife, so I want to give her a status as soon as possible."
As soon as Ki Chien-chul finished speaking, a bell-like laughter came from the side.
"Hahaha … Yin Wang, what are you saying? Eldest Miss Wei has been in love with you for so many years. In terms of status, how can she not be compared to Ruier? Even though she is the Empress's adopted daughter, she is also a nobody. She is called Ruier, but it's just a name that can't be shown in public, unlike Eldest Miss Wei. "
The one who spoke was Concubine Lian's new favorite in the harem. She had just entered the palace half a year ago when she was 18 years old, and now she was the most favored in the harem.
She usually didn't get along with the Empress, so she naturally had to ridicule Ruier.
"The original Wei Ziyao was indeed not worth it, but now her changes are obvious to all of us. Her medical skills are superb, even Imperial Physician Zhang has to kowtow to her and call her 'Sir'. As for her appearance … tsk tsk … Even I am ashamed of my inferiority. With such an official consort marrying you, what are you dissatisfied with?"
She was obviously not as old as Ki Chien-chul, but she relied on her seniority to criticize others.
However, her criticism was good. Wei Ziyao wanted to cheer for her.
The harem was divided into factions. Now that she had spoken, it was inevitable that some people would agree with her.
"I think so too. With Wei Ziyao's present talent and appearance, she is worthy of the position of First Consort. Moreover, she has meritorious service for saving the princess. Even if it is for the sake of the meritorious official and the Marshal's face, the matter of taking a secondary consort should be pushed back."
"That's right. Our Sixth Princess Consort is now a national beauty and is suitable for Prince Yin. As for Ruier, her status is not good enough to enter Prince Yin's Mansion."
"I think so too."
Seeing that the concubines of the various palaces were speaking up for her, Wei Ziyao also understood that this was just a trick of the harem, so she didn't take it to heart.
However, what she thought in her heart was: Ki Chien-chul, hurry up and take a few more concubines. Don't delay this young lady's medical research.
Wei Ziyao stepped forward and bowed, "Thank you, concubines, for speaking up for me. However, the relationship between men and women is about mutual affection. My love for Royal Highness is one-sided. The two of them are congenial. There is a saying that lovers will be married in the end. I am willing to accept Meimei Ruier into Prince Yin's Mansion. From now on, we will be sisters."
Wei Ziyao's words shocked everyone.
"It's rare to see such a sensible woman. It makes one's heart ache." Concubine Lian cried and sighed.
At this time, Ruier, who had been silent all this time, said obediently, "Concubines, you are all right. Royal Highness just married Meimei and wants to take Ruier into the mansion. Ruier also feels that this is inappropriate. Royal Highness has admired Ruier for many years and has also promised Ruier. Ruier has the love of Royal Highness. Why should she care about the status of a concubine?"
Hearing this, the Empress nodded in satisfaction, "Ruier is right. If two people love each other for a long time, why should they be together every day and every night? If it's yours, it's yours. No one can take it away from you. Don't be impatient. Don't worry. I will choose a good day for you. "
Since the Empress had spoken, everyone else could only shut up. Ruier nodded.
"Many thanks, Imperial Mother. Ruier will listen to Imperial Mother's arrangements."
At this time, Qi Jianning changed her clothes and was helped out of the room. Her complexion looked much better.
However, she was still thin and weak. Especially since she hadn't walked for a long time, the muscles in her limbs had deteriorated and needed to be reconstructed.
She had heard the conversation outside. As soon as she came out, she walked over to Ki Chien-chul with a solemn expression, "Sixth Brother, I don't care what happens between you and your Ruier, but you can't let Ziyao suffer. You've been married for less than half a month and you want to take a concubine? Aren't you slapping Ziyao in the face? As long as I'm alive, I won't allow this to happen. "
"Princess, I'm fine …" Wei Ziyao wanted to stop her.
Noble Consort Ji also hurriedly stood up, "That's enough, Jianning. This is your Sixth Brother's family matter. As his younger sister, how can you meddle? Come, let Imperial Mother take a look. You're much more energetic today."
"Imperial Mother!" Qi Jianning's tone was resolute, "Ziyao's matters are my matters. How can I watch her suffer? Ziyao has never been liked since she was young. Now that this Princess is bedridden, does she think that no one will protect her, so she can bully Ziyao? She can't take a concubine right now. "
"Princess, your health is important. Don't be angry. There are some things that you won't suffer if you accept them."
"Accept them?" When Qi Jianning heard this, she felt more and more that Wei Ziyao was wronged and didn't dare to vent. Her tone hardened, "Why should I accept them? The ones who should accept them are those who harbor evil intentions. You're so outstanding that no one can compare to you. Some people can only be concubines even if they marry into the family. As the mistress of the house, you want them to wash your feet and carry your shoes. Even if it's just pouring urine, it's still acceptable. You have to show the dignity that a mistress of the house should have. "
"Jianning!" Noble Consort Ji gave her a warning tug.
However, Qi Jianning didn't intend to give in.
"I just feel wronged for Ziyao. Originally, everyone looked down on her, but now she's different. Why should she still be stepped on by some people?"
Seeing that she was weak and angry, the Emperor was afraid that something bad would happen to her. He quickly said, "Since Ning 'er has said it, then the matter of taking a concubine can wait. There's no rush."
When he finished, he looked at Ruier, "What do you think?"
"Ruier will follow His Imperial Majesty's will. As long as Che gege has Ruier in his heart, Ruier will even be willing to enter Yin Wang Fu and serve the Royal Highness as a servant girl."
"Look at her cheap appearance. Sixth Brother, didn't you say before …" Qi Jianning was so angry that she didn't choose her words carefully. Just as she was about to say something, she was stopped by Ki Chien-chul.
"Jianning! Watch your words! Come out with This King for a moment! "Ki Chien-chul was afraid that she would say something wrong in front of everyone and ruin the matter.
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