roccoschili Chapter 142 Consort Fucha
Chapter 142 Consort Fucha
Upon hearing this, Xue'er couldn't help but pout and said indignantly:
"Then what about Consort Wan?"
She had neither a distinguished family background nor any significant achievements; she was merely a concubine.
How dare they be so presumptuous as to presume to compete with Your Majesty for the position of Empress!
She really doesn't know her own limitations!
Fucha Peiyun was carefully wiping her son Hongchang's face.
Hearing Xue'er's words, he smiled slightly and slowly said:
"Xue'er, as the saying goes, a soldier who doesn't want to be a general is not a good soldier;
Similarly, a concubine who doesn't want to be empress can't be considered a good concubine.
The women who entered the imperial harem relied on nothing more than infighting.
However, some people argue openly and without any attempt to hide it;
Others, however, remain silent and secretly plot their schemes.
Some people are short-sighted, focusing only on petty gains in front of them;
But some people have a broader perspective, striving for long-term benefits.
Xue'er blinked her eyes and nodded, seemingly understanding but not quite.
Seeing this, Ye'er quickly spoke up to reprimand him:
"Xue'er, your mistress has her own plans and arrangements."
We servants only need to obediently follow orders and do our best to complete the tasks.
Do not presume to know your master's thoughts!
Xue'er quickly replied, "Yes, Sister Ye'er is right, I'll remember that."
Fucha Peiyun smiled slightly and said softly:
"If Consort Wan wants to fight, then let her fight!"
With her there, the emperor's attention was drawn.
"Now I can finally focus on my own affairs."
Xue'er quickly chimed in, "Your Majesty is truly wise. No matter how much Consort Wan causes trouble..."
None of them can escape your grasp.
After Fucha Peiyun helped Hongchang finish washing up, Xue'er and Ye'er tactfully withdrew.
Meanwhile, Big Fat Orange arrived at Suiyu Pavilion with a hurried expression.
He didn't even have anyone announce his arrival, and went straight into Zhen Huan's bedroom.
As soon as he entered, he saw Zhen Huan sitting on the edge of the bed, her face pale and her expression haggard.
Zhen Huan looked up and saw the chubby orange cat enter, and said in surprise:
"Didn't His Majesty go to Consort Shu's place?"
Why have you suddenly come to my humble abode again?
The chubby orange quickly sat down next to Zhen Huan and said with concern:
"I heard that you were not feeling well, and I was really worried about you, so I came here to visit you."
You are now six months pregnant, so you must not be careless in anything!
Tell me quickly, what's wrong with you?
Has the imperial physician been summoned?
Zhen Huan gently shook her head and said slowly:
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I am fine."
It was just that I was overly excited when I thought of Huanbi.
Once the concubines have calmed down, everything will be fine.
Zhen Huan paused and said:
"I truly cannot understand. Huanbi and Ulanara have never had any grudges against each other."
Why would she be so cruel to Huanbi and her son?
After hearing this, the big fat orange snorted coldly and said:
"That venomous woman from the Ulanara clan, with a heart as sharp as a snake,"
"I have already deposed you, so you don't need to worry about this matter anymore."
Zhen Huan sighed softly, "Your Majesty is right, but I still can't let this go."
The chubby orange held Zhen Huan's hand and said, "I know you are kind-hearted and loyal."
But don't let this harm your health; the child in your womb is one I've longed for for so long.
Zhen Huan lowered her eyes and touched her belly. "Your Majesty, I understand. Thank you for your concern."
The chubby orange saw that Zhen Huan was alright.
His thoughts, however, involuntarily drifted to what had happened after the establishment of the new regime.
Zhen Huan keenly noticed the unusual expression on Da Pang Ju's face, so she asked softly:
"Is something on your mind, Fourth Prince? Why don't you tell me?"
Upon hearing Zhen Huan's question, the chubby orange hesitated slightly before replying:
"The Ulanara clan has been deposed, and now everyone in the court is proposing to establish a new empress."
"Huanhuan, tell me, should I make Consort Shu Empress or Imperial Noble Consort Hua Empress?"
Upon hearing this, Zhen Huan's smile instantly froze.
Although she has always been self-aware,
She knew that with her family background and seniority in the palace, she was indeed not qualified to become empress.
But the chubby orange cat never considered making her empress, which hurt her deeply.
Zhen Huan quickly regained her composure and smiled:
"Your Majesty, both Consort Shu and Imperial Consort Hua come from prestigious families and are virtuous and kind."
"Your Majesty's choice is excellent, no matter who it may be. This concubine dares not presume to comment."
The chubby orange tree frowned slightly. "Huanhuan, I want to hear your true feelings."
Zhen Huan bit her lip.
"If I may be so bold as to say, this Noble Consort Shu is gentle and kind-hearted."
If she were empress, she would surely be able to manage the affairs of the six palaces in an orderly manner.
Consort Hua was decisive and magnanimous, and handled affairs with swift and efficient efficiency. She also had unique insights into the management of the harem.
However, the people in the harem are complex and their relationships are complicated.
"Whichever of the two empresses ascends to the throne, it will likely spark much controversy."
After a moment of contemplation, the chubby orange said, "Huanhuan has considered everything thoroughly, and I am aware of the implications."
Seeing that the chubby orange cat agreed with her opinion, Zhen Huan continued:
"In that case, Your Majesty might as well observe for a while longer."
Let's take a closer look and see which sister is more suitable to lead the six palaces.
After all, the position of Empress was of paramount importance, concerning the stability and harmony of the entire harem.
Upon hearing this, the chubby orange cat sighed deeply and said helplessly:
“Huanhuan is right.”
But this situation is truly giving me a headache.
Both A-Jun and Shi-Lan are qualified to become empresses.
However, they politely declined each other's offer and refused to accept the position of empress.
That is precisely why I am in such a dilemma, unable to make a decision!
Zhen Huan controlled her expression; she was single-mindedly pursuing...
But it's something that no one else wants?
The Empress's position, which every woman in the harem dreams of, is something that someone would actually give up voluntarily?
She couldn't believe that such a woman existed in the world.
In this palace, everyone has their own plans and schemes, so how could Consort Hua and Consort Shu be any exception?
They were probably just putting on an act in front of the Emperor.
Thinking of this, Zhen Huan's lips curled up slightly, a barely perceptible smile flashing across her face.
Zhen Huan said:
"Your Majesty, please do not be anxious. Perhaps the two empresses know the great responsibility of the position and are filled with awe for it."
Perhaps we can give them some time to think things through.
Big Fat Orange
The chubby orange nodded after hearing Zhen Huan's words.
"What Huanhuan said makes sense. I'll give them some more time."
This gives him some time to think carefully about who to make his empress.
After speaking, he gazed at Zhen Huan's protruding belly, his eyes softening.
"Huanhuan, take good care of your health. I hope you can give birth to a prince smoothly."
"Once you give birth to my child, I can bestow upon you the title of Imperial Concubine."
Consort Shu could be made Empress, as Nian Shilan was her husband of many years.
And Zhen Huan could only be a concubine.
Zhen Huan was dissatisfied, but she couldn't show it.
We also need to thank the big fat orange.
Zhen Huan had been waiting for Consort Shu and Nian Shilan to start fighting for the Empress's position.
After waiting and waiting, nothing happened; Yanxi Palace and Yikun Palace continued with their usual routines.
There were no unusual actions; he neither tried to curry favor with the concubines nor went to the Hall of Mental Cultivation to ingratiate himself with the chubby orange.
The entire harem was very peaceful.
Zhen Huan looked at Jinxi and said
"Jinxi, what do you think these two are up to? Do they really have no intention of becoming empress?"
Jinxi replied respectfully:
"Your Majesty, even this servant cannot figure it out."
But no matter what, the most important thing for you now is to take care of yourself and the baby in your womb.
Zhen Huan sighed, "I don't want to be pregnant and still have to scheme."
But if I don't plan ahead, my child and I will be subservient to others and at their mercy.
In this harem, nothing is more important than power.
Zhen Huan touched her belly, and immediately thought of Huan Bi, who died in childbirth.
"Let's go to Jingren Palace and pay our respects to the Empress."
Jinxi hesitated for a moment, then said softly:
"Your Majesty, the Ulanara clan has now been deposed."
There are guards watching over Jingren Palace.
"If we go there so rashly, and the Emperor finds out, it might not be a good thing, would it?"
She's pregnant now, so even if the Emperor is displeased, he'll tolerate it.
If she says a few nice words then, the Emperor won't hold it against her.
Zhen Huan said:
"I only wish to ask this Ulanara clan member what kind of deep-seated hatred she harbors against us sisters."
So much so that she was determined to kill Huanbi and her child!
After saying that, Zhen Huan led Jinxi toward Jingren Palace.
Before long, the two of them arrived at the gate of Jingren Palace.
Several guards stood at the entrance, with large swords hanging from their waists.
With a serious expression, he blocked Zhen Huan and Jinxi's path.
Seeing this, Zhen Huan said to the guards:
"I have come here today only to ask the deposed empress a few questions."
We hope you will do us a favor and not obstruct us.
The guard looked troubled.
"Your Highness, the Emperor has issued a strict decree that no one is allowed to enter or leave Jingren Palace. Please, Your Highness, do not make things difficult for us!"
Seeing this, Jinxi, who was standing to the side, quickly stepped forward.
Reaching into his robes, he pulled out an exquisite purse, gently placed it in the guard's hand, and pleaded in a low voice:
"Young man, please do me a favor."
Our lady only wanted to ask a few questions and would never cause you any trouble. She will be leaving soon.
As she spoke, she cast a pleading look at the guard.
The guard hesitated for a moment before taking the purse. Feeling the thin coin inside, his heart began to waver.
His gaze involuntarily fell on Zhen Huan's high, protruding belly.
Consort Wan is currently pregnant with the emperor's child and is still considered to be favored.
If I turn her away today, and she holds a grudge in the future, I'm afraid I'll be in deep trouble.
Thinking of this, the guard gritted his teeth and finally stepped aside to make way.
Zhen Huan nodded slightly in thanks, then, supported by Jinxi, carefully stepped over the threshold.
They slowly walked towards Jingren Palace.
Continue until you reach the side hall.
Only then did I see the emaciated, deposed Empress Ulanara kneeling beneath the Buddha statue, fiddling with her prayer beads.
Ulanara heard footsteps behind her.
She then looked up as if waking from a dream.
When she realized that the person who came was Zhen Huan, who was heavily pregnant,
A flicker of surprise crossed his face, but it was quickly replaced by a cold smile:
"Hmph, I didn't expect it to be you. What's wrong?"
Did you come all this way just to see me make a fool of myself?
Zhen Huan stepped forward and said calmly:
"I just want to know why you wanted to harm Huanbi and her child. What grudge do we have against each other?"
Ulanara stood up, her eyes filled with resentment as she looked at Zhen Huan's face:
"Why should I kill Huanbi? Huanbi is nothing but a lowly servant girl, and I don't care about her at all."
Why did she have to get pregnant? Why did she have to leave the cold palace?
It's all because of her that you, this wretched woman, have regained the Emperor's favor.
If she had stayed quietly in the cold palace, perhaps she could have saved her life.
Unfortunately, she insisted on courting death!
As she spoke, Ulanara's previously calm expression suddenly became twisted and ferocious.
Her eyes were wide open, bloodshot, and veins bulged on her forehead; she seemed to have gone mad.
"My child is gone! No other child can ever be born in this harem!"
It's all because of you, you wicked woman, that you killed my child.
My child is gone, so you can forget about living either!
Ulanara shouted at the top of her lungs, her voice sharp and piercing.
Jinxi remained highly vigilant throughout.
Women in the imperial harem often experienced extreme emotional instability after a defeat.
She feared that the deposed empress might do something drastic that could harm Zhen Huan and her unborn child.
When she saw Ulanara begin to go berserk, Jinxi stepped forward without hesitation to shield Zhen Huan.
He spread his arms and used his body to protect Zhen Huan.
Zhen Huan was clearly startled by the sudden scene before her.
Her face paled, and she involuntarily took a few steps back.
It took her a while to recover from her shock.
Composing himself, he forced a calm expression and asked:
"When have I ever harmed your child? Who harmed your child?"
Ulanara Yixiu did not answer Zhen Huan's question.
She suddenly loosened her arms, as if she were holding a child.
She looked at the child that was no longer in her arms.
Tears streamed down her face like a burst dam, and she kept calling out:
"Hui'er! My Hui'er, open your eyes and look at your mother! Don't fall asleep..."
Her voice was filled with despair and sorrow, heartbreaking to hear.
Yi Xiu suddenly raised her head, her eyes wide with anger, staring intently ahead as if her greatest enemy in this life was standing there.
She gritted her teeth and shouted:
"Rouze, you shameless woman! Isn't it enough that you stole my husband and my position as the wife?"
You actually had the heart to kill my Hui'er! You deserve to die a horrible death! Die! Die!
Zhen Huan was startled by Yi Xiu's fierce gaze.
Looking at the nearly deranged Ulanara before her, she couldn't help but wonder:
Who exactly did this Ulanara clan member think she was?
Who is this Rouze?
Consort... Could it be that Rouze is the late Empress Chun Yuan?
What is going on here?
Why would Ulanara mistake herself for Empress Chun Yuan?
Despite being shocked, Zhen Huan tried her best to calm herself down.
Zhen Huan took a deep breath and slowly began to speak:
"I am not Rouze, you have mistaken me for someone else."
Ulanara was immersed in her own world, oblivious to the sounds around her.
Her eyes were empty and lifeless, and she kept muttering to herself:
"Rou Ze, you bitch! You stole everything that belonged to me, why don't you just die..."
The venomous words echoed in the air, sending chills down one's spine.