TV Series: When the Villain Chooses to Stand by

Chapter 155 Yixiu 24

Her presence has almost become the weakest. The Concubine Cao and Concubine Xin, whom she looked down upon in the past, now have children, even if it is just a princess, it makes a difference.

She tried to please the emperor several times but failed to win back his heart. Even her biggest backer, Concubine Hua, did not value her as much as usual.

All these made Concubine Li very depressed. She drank cup after cup, but she could do nothing about it.

"I see that Wen Yi is feeling better lately, and her complexion is also better. Concubine Cao is really taking good care of the princess."

"Thank you for the compliment, Your Majesty. Wen Yi has a gentle personality and doesn't cry or make a fuss. It's probably because she didn't eat enough during the summer heat."

Knowing that Concubine Hua didn't want to attract the emperor's attention, Concubine Cao didn't mention it any further.

Hearing that his daughter was in good health, the emperor was also happy. He waved his hand and gave her a lot of gifts.

"The weather is indeed hot. The princes and princesses must take good care of themselves."

Concubine Qi couldn't hold it in any longer and immediately started talking about the Third Prince. She had long been dissatisfied with this grand birthday party, as her son was the eldest son.

This year, the Third Prince’s birthday banquet must be held by the Emperor in a more grand manner.

"The Third Prince has grown quite a bit taller recently. He has always been in good health and rarely gets sick."

Yixiu almost couldn't help laughing when she heard this. The joke she had seen before had left such a deep impression on her that her mind was now full of the giants of the Qing Dynasty.

The Third Prince who is taller than the Forbidden City.

It’s all the system’s fault. Just broadcast the drama. Why broadcast these derivative products?

The Third Prince in the crowd also lowered his head in embarrassment, praying that Concubine Qi would speak less and that the emperor would not focus his attention on him.

The emperor didn't like this somewhat stupid child very much.

Hongshi was the only child born to Concubine Qi when she was young who survived. She doted on him too much, which led to his current state. He was too lazy to listen.

"Well, Hongshi is a prince after all, and he has always been in good health. He should just study hard in the future."

Concubine Qi's words were stuck in her throat, and she thanked him reluctantly.

Concubine Xin was concentrating on holding her daughter and feeding her soup, and did not participate in this topic.

Raising his daughter by his side and having her frequently visit the Empress's palace was already eye-catching enough.

Zhen Huan, Shen Meizhuang and others looked at Wen Yi with envy. They had been in the palace for so long, but none of them had gotten pregnant, so naturally they all hoped to have a child of their own.

Only in this way can I have someone to rely on in this palace.

Lipin's current situation also serves as a warning to Zhen Huan. The selection of concubines is held every three years, and newcomers will continue to pour into the harem.

By that time, if there are still no children, who can guess what the situation will be like?

Xia Dongchun was not interested in these at all. She was just jealous of the jewel flower on Concubine Hua's head.

Since the Empress hired a nanny to teach her, there has been no further news from her and she has never told her to do anything. Xia Dongchun is happy and at ease.

At An Lingrong's reminder, he would send a copy of any good things to Yixiu to regularly show his presence.

"Look at the pearl flower on Concubine Hua's head. It's made entirely of gold and jade. It's really beautiful."

An Lingrong smiled and gently twisted the inside of Xia Dongchun's arm, whispering, "Stop staring at me. Concubine Hua has glanced at you several times."

Xia Dongchun was about to scream but was frightened back by the warning in An Lingrong's eyes. She touched her arm aggrievedly, wondering when she had become so powerless.

He dared to attack me for just a small promise, but then I thought that he was my good friend, so I just let it go.

"Okay, I won't watch it."

But he was still unwilling to give in, so he leaned over and whispered in An Lingrong's ear.

"If I pay enough money, can the Ministry of Internal Affairs make something similar for me?"

"Even if you do it, you won't be able to wear it. If Concubine Hua sees it, you'll be in trouble."

"Okay~"

Thinking of the maids' teachings, Xia Dongchun disappointedly shifted her focus to the snacks in front of her. She felt so stupid that she even had to avoid the color of a high-ranking lady's clothes, let alone jewelry.

"That……"

"Don't even think about it. I can't make this."

As soon as An Lingrong saw Xia Dongchun, she knew what she was going to say, and she raised her glass to toast her, blocking her mouth.

She now regrets so much that she completely exposed her true colors in order to make friends with Xia Dongchun.

Now she is forced to feel that she can do anything. Such heavy trust makes An Lingrong happy and tired.

Suddenly, a young eunuch's voice came from outside as people were drinking and chatting. "The Empress Duan has arrived."

Everyone looked outside and saw Concubine Duan coming in dressed in gorgeous attire. Her long years of illness made her look particularly pale, but her overall demeanor remained unchanged.

Zhen Huan was immediately attracted by the elegant and graceful Concubine Duan and looked over curiously.

When Concubine Hua heard the voice, she was stunned at first, and subconsciously wanted to roll her eyes but held it back.

He lowered his head thoughtfully, not knowing how to face this former enemy.

The emperor looked at Concubine Duan with a guilty look on his face, then continued drinking as if nothing had happened.

The first person Concubine Duan saw when she came in was Zhen Huan, a woman who looked extremely similar to Queen Chunyuan. After a brief moment of surprise, she turned to look at the Emperor.

Youyou said, "The emperor has found another beauty."

Concubine Duan's eyes were too clear, and her words were so suggestive that the emperor avoided her gaze somewhat unnaturally.

"It's sunny outside. Why are you out for the child's birthday? You should take care of yourself."

Yixiu gave the emperor a look of disdain from an angle where no one was paying attention.

Why don’t you care about others in normal times? Why do you come here and act pretentiously?

The mother and son had good intentions in bringing Concubine Duan to her current state.

"Even if Concubine Duan is not in good health, don't stay indoors all the time. You should go out and walk more when you have time. It's better for you to be grounded."

"Don't waste such good sunshine."

When Concubine Duan heard Yixiu's words, she was shocked, but she still had a faint smile on her face.

"Your Majesty the Queen is right. I have taken note of it."

After saying that, Concubine Duan put her gift around Wen Yi's neck.

"I remember this necklace was your dowry. Wen Yi is still young, how could you give her such a valuable item?"

"Princess Wen Yi is as lovely as ice and snow. When I saw her, I loved her. These are just external possessions and are nothing."

Seeing how much Concubine Duan loved children, the emperor felt even more guilty and subconsciously wanted to avoid the topic.

"You are so thoughtful. Su Peisheng, go get Concubine Duan some food that is easier to digest and take away all those cold foods."

Su Peisheng hurried over to get busy after receiving the order, and Concubine Duan also sat back in her seat.

The singing and dancing in the hall continued, and the emperor did not care much about Prince Guo's absence.

If this prince, who was so favored by the late emperor, really followed the rules and worked hard to govern the country, then he would really have to worry.

During the banquet, Zhen Huan was envious of the way Prince Dun and his wife interacted with each other.