PDLP Chapter 57 Consort Fucha's So-Called Sisters
Chapter 57 Consort Fucha's So-Called Sisters
Wen Shichu immediately knelt down and bowed, reporting in a solemn tone:
"Your Majesty, I have just thoroughly inspected the Suiyu Pavilion."
It was discovered that the contents of this box contained a large amount of musk.
Consort Wan frequently used this item, and over time, it accumulated...
This led to the unfortunate death of her unborn child.
Upon hearing this, the emperor's face grew even uglier, his eyes flashing with anger.
Just then, Cui Jinxi, who was standing nearby, quickly stepped forward, curtsied, and said:
"Your Majesty, during that flower-viewing banquet, the Empress's face was accidentally scratched."
Later, it was the kind-hearted Consort An who brought the scar-reducing gel, which allowed the Empress's face to quickly recover to its original state.
Who would have thought that this scar-reducing gel would ultimately harm the Empress's unborn child!
As she spoke, Cui Jinxi couldn't help but burst into tears, her face filled with grief and indignation.
At this moment, Zhen Huan, wearing a thick cloak, was helped out of the side hall.
She was sobbing uncontrollably, her pale face streaked with tears.
"Huanhuan, you've just had a miscarriage and your body is weak," said the chubby orange.
Why aren't you resting properly? What if you catch a cold?
Shen Meizhuang said, "The Emperor will take care of you. If you don't recover, what will become of you?"
Zhen Huan: "I want to seek the truth for my child and for myself."
The chubby orange cat had the servants place soft cushions and blankets on the couch so that Zhen Huan could sit comfortably.
When Zhen Huan learned that the scar-reducing gel made by An Lingrong contained musk...
She choked up as she said, "I've always genuinely considered her a good sister."
I never had the slightest suspicion towards her, but I never expected that...
She was such a treacherous and ambitious person! It's all my fault for misjudging people; I was completely deceived by her.
In the end, it even caused the death of my poor, innocent child…
At this point, Zhen Huan was overcome with grief, and her body trembled uncontrollably.
Big Fat Orange was also shocked when he heard this.
He never expected that the An family would be involved in this matter.
This woman usually appears docile, obedient, timid, and weak.
I never imagined he was so treacherous, cunning, and vicious behind the scenes.
It's a pity that I was too soft-hearted at the time and only banished her to the cold palace.
Looking back now, the punishment was far too lenient.
However, Big Fat Orange thought for a moment,
But they knew that even if the daughter of a mere county magistrate was incredibly capable,
It would be difficult for him to plan and execute this series of conspiracies on his own.
Therefore, it is highly likely that the Empress played a significant role in stirring things up behind the scenes.
The thought that he had such a vicious and wicked empress by his side...
Big Fat Orange felt a chill run down its spine, and a deep sense of disgust welled up in its heart.
At this moment, he wished he could immediately depose this wicked empress!
But the Empress was not only the Empress Dowager's niece, but also Chun Yuan's sister.
If the deposed empress dowager is dissatisfied, then Chun Yuan will not rest in peace.
It's a real dilemma.
He'll investigate the Empress's matter thoroughly first, but he can't let Lady An off so easily.
And then there's that scoundrel Zhang Mi, who was somehow bribed by the Empress and betrayed her.
Those who betray their masters will not have a good death.
Thinking of this, the big fat orange cat swung its eighteen-foot whip.
"Su Peisheng!"
Su Peisheng stepped forward, bowed, and replied, "This servant is here!"
Big Fat Orange:
"Go to the Cold Palace immediately and bring that Lady An here to me."
"I will have him beaten to death with clubs in front of everyone in the palace to set an example!"
At this moment, Zhen Huan took the hand of the chubby orange.
"Your Majesty, could you please not hand over Lady An to me? I would like to ask why she would do this?"
"This concubine wishes to end her life herself."
Shen Meizhuang advised
"Huan'er, her wickedness is unlike that of others. No matter how good you are to her, she will never be grateful."
Zhen Huan said, "Sister Mei, I won't feel at ease until I understand this."
Shen Meizhuang sighed, "Whatever you want, but you should also take care of your health."
At that moment, the chubby orange was filled with guilt and heartache for Zhen Huan.
It's hard to refuse such a small thing.
"In that case, I'll leave the An family business to you," said the chubby orange.
"Your Majesty, thank you."
"Su Peisheng, go and bring Madam An here!" said the chubby orange-haired man.
The Empress was deeply uneasy; today's events would not end with the punishment of Lady An.
Su Peisheng accepted the order and left.
Everyone was waiting for Su Peisheng to bring An Lingrong from the Cold Palace.
At this moment, the chubby orange noticed Fucha Peiyun, who was heavily pregnant.
"Is Consort Shu alright, having been frightened today?"
Fucha Peiyun, hey, the big fat orange cat has finally noticed me!
If something truly happens to me, by the time you remember, it will be too late.
However, she said, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I am fine."
Today, we are truly grateful to Her Highness the Imperial Concubine, otherwise…
Fucha Peiyun had a look on her face as if she had survived a disaster.
The big, chubby orange cat's greeting drew everyone's attention to Fucha Peiyun.
Reactions varied, ranging from jealousy and envy to resentment.
Some people would rather get rid of it than not at all.
The chubby orange cat looked at Nian Shilan with a deeply moved expression. Even with her amnesia, Shilan still deeply loved the emperor.
If it weren't for the sake of my offspring, how could Shilan have saved Ajun so quickly?
He had wronged Shilan in the past, and he would make it up to her in the future.
Nian Shilan was disgusted by the big fat orange's gaze, so she quickly lowered her head and pretended not to see it.
In her heart, however, she cursed him filthyly: "Old man, you disgust me to death, why don't you just die already?"
When Da Pang Ju saw Nian Shilan avoiding his gaze, he assumed she was just shy.
He looked at Fucha Peiyun again.
"Consort Shu, your body is becoming increasingly weak, and you were frightened today."
"Perhaps I shall have someone escort you back to Yanxi Palace to rest."
Upon hearing this, Fucha Peiyun quickly bowed and expressed her gratitude, saying:
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. Although I was quite frightened today, I am thankfully safe and sound."
Moreover, the truth of this matter has not yet been revealed, and I, too, wish to know the final outcome.
After listening, the chubby orange nodded slightly to show its understanding, and then gave some instructions:
"Since that's the case, then so be it."
But if you feel unwell later, please don't push yourself; you must tell me.
Fucha Peiyun said "Yes".
Finally, Su Peisheng brought An Lingrong from the Cold Palace.
An Lingrong now looked disheveled and her face was withered.
Her hair was disheveled, with a few strands sticking haphazardly to her cheeks;
She was wearing a tattered dress, covered in stains and wrinkles.
It looked as if it hadn't been cleaned in a long time.
Her once fair and delicate skin now appeared dull and lifeless.
His complexion was as yellow as dried orange peel, completely devoid of color.
Those once bright and lively eyes have lost their sparkle, leaving only emptiness and despair.
He looked incredibly disheveled, like a flower ravaged by a storm, withered and miserable.
This is the woman in the cold palace; she tells everyone present that they must not fall out of favor, and they must not give anyone a handle to use against them.
Otherwise, today's An Lingrong will be tomorrow's version of yourself.
An Lingrong knelt on the ground, looking at everyone with a numb expression.
Zhen Huan said, "Ling Rong, I treated you like a sister. Why did you harm me and my unborn child?"
An Lingrong showed no reaction.
Seeing this, Zhen Huan was filled with even more grief and indignation, and she raised her voice again:
"Say something! What have I done to wrong you that you repay kindness with such ingratitude!"
However, no matter how hysterically Zhen Huan screamed,
An Lingrong remained silent throughout, like an empty shell that had completely lost its soul.
At this moment, Huanbi suddenly rushed out.
She darted forward and stood directly in front of An Lingrong.
Without saying a word, he raised his hand and slapped the other person hard.
Then, she reached out and forcefully tore at An Lingrong's clothes, cursing incessantly.
"You heartless wretch! My lady has always treated you like a sister!"
But what about you? You actually turned around and harmed her.
You're such an ungrateful wretch, a complete traitor!
Faced with Huanbi's beatings and scoldings, An Lingrong was slightly taken aback at first, but quickly regained her composure.
An Lingrong: "Hehe, she treated me like a sister, and I was ungrateful. Hehe, how ridiculous!"
An Lingrong's smile was sarcastic.
"That's right, Zhen Huan did do me some favors, but have I not repaid her?"
Back when she was ill and out of favor, I was just a lowly concubine.
Those in lowly positions have little influence and their lives are already very difficult.
But to make her life a little easier, I didn't hesitate to cut back on my own food and clothing.
He saved his meager allowance and personally delivered it to Suiyuxuan.
Later, she received unparalleled favor and enjoyed immense prestige.
But what was the result? I didn't benefit from her efforts at all.
Instead, she caused me to suffer repeated harassment and torment from Consort Hua.
During those days, I suffered endless humiliation and unbearable pain, yet I never uttered a single complaint.
At this point, An Lingrong's eyes gradually reddened, and tears welled up in them.
But she forced herself not to let it slip, and continued to say with a cold smile:
Yu poisoned her, and I went to the Cold Palace to avenge her. But what did she and Shen Meizhuang say about me? They called me vicious.
This is what she meant by sisterly affection; her only sister was Shen Meizhuang.
No, only Zhen Huan herself knows how much sisterly affection she had for Shen Meizhuang.
As she spoke, An Lingrong looked at Huanbi again.
In Zhen Huan's eyes, I'm not even as good as you, a palace maid.
I went through countless hardships to finally gain some of the Emperor's favor.
I finally received the Floating Cloud Brocade as a gift from the Emperor.
I couldn't bear to wear it myself, but I wanted to give this rare and precious item to Zhen Huan as a token of my affection.
Who would have thought she would so casually give it to you!
At this point, An Lingrong's voice trembled slightly.
It seemed that the pent-up grievances and resentment were about to erupt:
Is this what she keeps saying about being as close as sisters?
It turns out that in her heart, I, her sister, was not even as good as a lowly palace maid!
Just because I come from a humble background, do I deserve to suffer such humiliation? Why?!
Having finally gained some favor, he received the Emperor's gift of the Floating Cloud Brocade.
I painstakingly sent the best things to Zhen Huan, but she casually gave them to you.
Is this what Zhen Huan's sisterhood is like? It's not even as good as the sisters of the palace maids.
"Among those of humble origin, am I destined to suffer such humiliation?"