When Qin Yuan's servant died, Ping 'er was brought to the side and sobbed. She was afraid of being implicated, so how could she care about Yao Yuan's servant?
Yao Yuan's servant also stood there in a daze, staring at the two doors. It was unknown whether she was in a daze or deep in thought.
The room was silent. Only Xiao Changzai's occasional coughs could be heard, or Eunuch Le asking her if her body could hold on.
After an unknown amount of time, the tightly shut doors finally opened. A man stood outside the door, stepping on the moonlight. His body was radiant, and his smile was elegant. He scanned the room and his gaze stopped on Xiao Changzai. "Qiaozhen, are you alright?"
Xiao Qiaozhen was Xiao Changzai's real name. Ever since she was locked up in Wan Su Court, no one called her by her real name. Even Eunuch Le no longer called her that.
Being called by Luoshuanga at this time, Xiao Changzai was so scared that she shrank back. She didn't feel flattered at all.
Yao Yuan's servant cleverly stepped forward and bowed. "This lowly concubine Yao Tiao greets Your Majesty. May Your Majesty be blessed, Kim On."
Luoshuanga had already walked in front of Xiao Changzai, but when he saw Yao Yuan's servant, he froze. "Today, you also suffered a bit of a shock. Liang Yu-an, reward her."
"Yes."
Yao Yuan's servant bit her lower lip and suddenly pounced on Luoshuanga. "Your Majesty, this lowly concubine doesn't want to be rewarded. Your Majesty, please listen to this lowly concubine. Qinse and Xiao Changzai have never met before. Qinse doesn't need to be like this, Your Majesty!"
Luoshuanga coldly looked at the person at his feet, but asked Xiao Changzai, "Qiaozhen, what do you say?"
At this time, Xiao Changzai slowly stood up and replied softly, "This concubine knows that I am of low birth, so I usually don't dare to go out. Today is the first time I have seen someone from Yao Yuan, so this concubine doesn't dare to say too much on this matter. It is all up to Your Majesty to decide."
Xiao Changzai's attitude was that she only wanted to stay out of this matter. Her words also revealed two meanings. First, she indeed had never seen the two Yuan people before, for no reason, nor did she have any enmity with them. Second, she also had never done anything against Sheng, so she didn't say a word about this matter, not wanting to get involved in this muddy water.
Luoshuanga nodded. "Liang Yu-an, pass on my decree. You will be promoted from the sixth rank to the fifth rank. You will be granted a residence … You can choose which courtyard you want to stay in!"
Yao Tiao's hand, which was gripping Luoshuanga's lower hem, trembled the entire time. It wasn't clear if she was bitterly disappointed by the person in front of her trying to keep the peace, or if she was excited because a meat pie had fallen from the sky and she had been promoted three ranks for no reason.
Liang Yu-an used his horsetail whisk to knock away Yao Tiao's hand, leaving a red mark on her white hand. "Yao Tiao, this is a great blessing. Yao Tiao, don't you want it?"
Yao Tiao's head was lowered, so her expression couldn't be seen clearly. She slowly lowered herself to the ground, her voice muffled, "This lowly concubine accepts the decree. Thank Your Majesty for your grace."
Only then did Luoshuanga turn around and pat Xiao Changzai's hand, which was resting on the back of Eunuch Le's hand, which was hidden in his wide sleeves. "You were also frightened today. When you return, take good care of your master. We know that you are a sensible person."
Eunuch Le's waist, which was already bent, bent even lower. Xiao Changzai also bent her knees and softly expressed her thanks.
After respectfully sending off Luoshuanga, Xiao Changzai glanced at Yao Tiao, who was still lying on the ground, and left without looking back. Compared to everything else, she was even more vexed because she didn't have a sedan when she was captured. Now, she had to walk through half of the palace in the dark before she could return.
Ping 'er, who had been sobbing at the side, didn't dare to stay any longer when she saw that her master had left. She didn't even care about Yao Tiao, sticking close to the wall and running away. In any case, when she returned, Yao Tiao would move out of Xiao Nong and wouldn't be under her care. She didn't want to have anything to do with Yan Sheng.
Yao Tiao, who was lying on the ground, got up and expressionlessly patted off the dust on her body. She also left Yuxiu Palace.
Luoshuanga, on the other hand, turned around and went to the side hall of Fengzhi Palace to visit Qin Guiren. As soon as he entered, Qin Buxun walked out with a tired face while pinching the bridge of his nose. Cai Ju, who was accompanying him, also looked at him.
When the two saw Luoshuanga, they first greeted him. Luoshuanga waved his hand and asked, "What's wrong with Yiren's illness? Didn't she recover before? Why did she suddenly relapse?"
Qin Buxun didn't say much and only said, "Your Majesty should go and take a look. After this, I'm afraid that Yiren won't be able to recover in one or two years."
Luoshuanga was startled when he heard this. He entered the inner chamber and heard Qin Guiren whispering to Zhe Man, "If His Majesty comes, don't let him in."
Zhe Man didn't understand, "Young Mistress, why is that?"
Qin Guiren turned over, "If he comes, how can I recuperate in the future? If His Majesty comes, just say that I'm tired and have fallen asleep. Go!"
Zhe Man answered and came out with a bowl of medicine. She bumped into Luoshuanga, who was standing in the corner. She was startled but didn't call out. Luoshuanga looked at the empty bowl on her tray and turned to leave.
The matter of Yan Sheng was thus forgotten. Thinking about it carefully, Yao Tiao was the happiest. She had been promoted three times in a row. For her birthday next year, His Majesty had already announced that he would promote the lower ranks of the imperial concubines. In the general election the year after next year, according to tradition, he would promote those below the fifth rank.
In Beiyuan, the two imperial concubines' conditions worsened and they were recuperating in their palaces. Consort Wang was also reprimanded for her pregnancy. Even Lady Wen Yu couldn't get married for two months, which benefited the Nanyuan.
On the other hand, Xiao Chang Zai's health had been fluctuating in the South Courtyard. She had received the majority of the benefits for the past two months, but her stomach had not shown any signs of movement. However, for some reason, she had been promoted by two ranks and was now on the same level as Xiao Chang Zai.
Originally, Consort Wang would definitely admonish her. This time, not only did she not say a word, but she also rewarded the two Nanyuan with a lot of jewelry. It was to appease Xiao Changzai and to reward Nanyuan Changzai. She even didn't forget the two imperial concubines who were ill.
These were the reports that Bai Suyan heard when she returned to Raccoon to take a medicinal bath.
Her bone-shrinking skill was not obtained through proper means, so it would lose its effectiveness for seven days every year. She had to return to Raccoon to take a medicinal bath and use golden needles to consolidate it.
During these seven days, there would be someone to replace her. At first, she was worried, but she didn't expect that Mu Guiyi would go to the Liuxian Nunnery in the Zangzong Mountain outside the city to cultivate and fulfill her vow ten days before her birthday every March.
It was another strange thing. When Lady Mu was pregnant, there was a fortune-teller who asserted that this child's life was precious and not something an ordinary family could bear. The Lin family's population was declining. If this child was born in the family, not only would it not be a blessing, but it would also bring endless disaster.
Old Lady Yun believed in this kind of fortune-telling very much, so she hurriedly sent Lady Mu, who was about to give birth, to the Liuxian Nunnery.
Lady Mu gave birth to a daughter successfully there. As soon as she was born, the peach trees around the capital bloomed overnight and all fell in an instant.
At this time, the baby cried, and a strange fragrance immediately assailed the nostrils. The maidservants who helped at that time said that they saw an immortal holding a peach and landing it on Mu Guiyi's chest. It turned into light foam and entered her chest.
Probably because she felt that children and peach blossoms were fated, Lady Mu took the name "Gui Yi" from the poem "Peach Blossom Day".
The peach blossom day is bright and dazzling. The son of Yu Gui is suitable for his family.
Gui Yi.
There was no way to verify whether it was true or not, but the vow of the Liuxian Nunnery every year was true. It was convenient for Bai Suyan to leave.
Turning to Mu Province, Bai Suyan had stayed by Mu Guiyi's side for two months. Time was slowly slipping into winter. During this period, she could be said to be well-behaved. She didn't dare to take a step or even say a word.
However, after these two months, Jing Jing gradually became more open. In addition, Mu Guiyi wasn't a master who was difficult to please. In front of others, she revealed a bit of a young girl's playfulness.
When she got up today, Bai Suyan finished washing up. Jing Jing didn't move, so she patted her and called her a few times. However, she saw Jing Jing rubbing against the pillow and asked softly, "Sister Yan Yan, what time is it now?"
Bai Suyan said, "It's already past 3 in the morning. Hurry, it's time to get up."
Jing Jing lazed around for a while, then rubbed her eyes and sat up. "It's winter now, but it's getting harder to wake up."
Bai Suyan laughed out loud. "You're getting lazier. If you want to lie down for a while more, I'll help Miss freshen up. After you're done, go to the small kitchen and eat something. Then, bring Miss's breakfast over."
When Jing Jing heard this, she immediately lay back down. "Then this little sister will thank Sister Yan Yan first!"
Bai Suyan smiled and went to the small kitchen to eat. Coincidentally, she met Old Lady Yun, who was transferred over. When she saw her, she whispered, "Good morning, Sister Yan Yan."
"Good morning to you too." In fact, in terms of age, this Zhao Zhao was two years older than her, "Yan Yan". However, her status was higher than Zhao Zhao's, so she simply called "Yan Yan" elder sister.
Zhao Zhao was an extremely beautiful girl. Even if she was placed in the palace, she would still be considered a beauty. Normally, she would spend a lot of effort to dress up. For example, today, she had specially used a silk belt to tie a complicated pattern around her waist. It made her slender and delicate waist seem even more delicate.
Zhao Zhao took a step forward and whispered, "Why don't I see Sister Jing Jing? Hasn't she woken up yet? "
Bai Suyan retreated a bit and said with a smile, "She's a bit slow. She'll be here soon." After saying this, she ignored her and walked around her to enter the kitchen.
After breakfast, it was about the time Mu Guiyi got up. Yan Yan fetched some hot water and brought it to her.
Mu Guiyi lived in a two-story building. According to the strictest etiquette and upbringing, her daily life was strictly confined to the second floor. The stairs were only connected when needed. At other times, the stairs were removed. In the increasingly relaxed Da Qing Dynasty, this was an extremely rare sight. She was truly a lady of the boudoir.
The first floor also had a small hall for receiving guests. The decorations and furnishings were quite elegant. It was only used when a female teacher came. Other times, it was rarely used.
The fu set up two instructional nannies for Mu Guiyi. One was surnamed Wei, and the other was surnamed Su. When they saw her, they directed the robust nannies to connect the stairs. When she went up, they removed the stairs.
Naturally, the second floor wasn't small either. It was a ten zhang large room. Inside, there were several screens that separated the small hall, bedroom, side room, study, dance room, and bathroom.
Pushing open the door, there was a small hall. There were three different screens on three sides. Bypassing the screen of flowers and birds on the left, the first was the side room of the servant girls on night duty. Mu Guiyi didn't like having people in the room when she was sleeping, so she didn't let them be on night duty.
A small table was placed in front of a mahogany screen. On the right was a low mahogany chest. On top of the chest was a tri-colored porcelain vase of the Tang Dynasty.
Turning around the mahogany screen, there was another folding screen made of gold-rimmed nanmu wood. Then, there was Mu Guiyi's boudoir.
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