Great, it's just a lackey, we're saved!

Chapter 125 Warmth Like Summer in Kunning Palace!

In principle, no.

"..."

Seeing that Zhou Wei was about to get angry again, the system quickly added.

However, principles can be broken occasionally, because Zhu Qi is a special case.

"If I asked you what's so special about him, you probably wouldn't answer, right?"

Yes, please explore on your own.

Zhou Wei knew this as soon as she saw the word "reincarnation" after Zhu Qi's talent.

Zhu Qi is different from Ning He and Xie Yuan.

He doesn't seem like the original male protagonist whose luck was stolen; rather, he's a very unique individual.

Although Zhou Wei couldn't fathom his special abilities, she was willing to disregard everything else as long as she could use his talent to cultivate.

"I have formed a bond with Zhu Qi. Is it possible for me to use his talent to cultivate?"

[Please increase your bond with Zhu Qi. The current bond level is 20 (He is very grateful to you)]

20 it is, as long as the system allows it!

Bond points can be increased gradually!

Once Zhou Wei's level exceeds 50, she can use Zhu Qi's talent to cultivate.

Judging from the current situation, his talent should far surpass Jiang Yueli's.

The princess's talent allowed Zhou Wei to advance to the fifth rank within five years.

She dared not imagine how rapidly Zhu Qi would progress in his cultivation if he used his talent.

Zhou Wei's smug expression aroused Zhu Qi's curiosity.

"Sister Zhou Wei, are you so happy to have me as your younger brother?"

Zhou Wei snapped out of her daze and coughed lightly.

"Of course I'm happy! You are a high-ranking monk of the Celestial Realm, compassionate and kind-hearted. I am proud of you."

"Right, Princess, wouldn't you be happy to have a younger brother like Zhu Qi?"

Jiang Yueli chuckled and nodded: "Compared to Yue Lin, I naturally prefer Zhu Qi."

Zhu Qi blushed a little at what was said; in his eyes, there was no difference between men and women.

However, Zhou Wei and Jiang Yueli are too vivid.

Being with the two of them made him feel very relaxed.

"My two elder sisters, I have created a technique called the Breath Concealing Technique, which can conceal fluctuations in one's aura."

Zhou Wei and Jiang Yueli exchanged a glance, marveling at how considerate the little monk was.

They definitely need this technique right now.

Zhou Wei's rapid rise from the first rank to the fifth rank was so fast that it easily attracted attention.

Jiang Yueli is the same!

She had lost all her cultivation for several years, and now that she has suddenly recovered, it's inevitable that some people will become suspicious.

The art of concealing one's breath can save a lot of trouble.

Zhu Qi's cultivation emphasizes the simplicity of the great path and acting according to one's heart.

Therefore, the techniques he created were very simple and easy to learn.

Even someone like Zhou Wei, who had never been exposed to proper cultivation methods, understood it immediately.

"Zhu Qi, you're amazing! Not only are you a top student, but you're also a great teacher," Zhou Wei praised sincerely.

Thinking about it this way, Kongshan Temple is also pitiful.

If the blessed land's fortune hadn't been stolen, Zhu Qi's existence could have ensured Kongshan Temple's prosperity for at least another few hundred years.

After Zhou Wei and Jiang Yueli learned how to control their breathing, they suppressed their own energy fluctuations.

Zhou Wei remained at the first rank, while Jiang Yueli had become completely devoid of cultivation.

"Zhu Qi, is it possible for someone to see through your concealment technique?"

Zhu Qi smiled confidently: "If one's cultivation level hasn't broken through to the Celestial Realm, then one cannot see through it."

"You really do have some skills." Zhou Wei gave the little monk a thumbs up.

.........

The carriage traveled all the way to the palace gate, where everyone disembarked and walked to Kunning Palace.

The Empress was the head of the harem. When members of the imperial family and noblewomen entered the palace to participate in the ceremony of being conferred the title of imperial concubine, they had to pay their respects to the Empress first.

Upon entering Kunning Palace, a wave of heat immediately hits you.

Zhou Wei frowned. It was freezing cold outside, but Kunning Palace was as warm as summer!

The palace maids serving inside were dressed in thin clothing.

Jian Xiyan sat in the main seat, dressed in light gauze, looking very refreshing.

This was a real hardship for the noble ladies and noblewomen who came to pay their respects to her!

Braving the wind and snow, everyone made their way into the palace, wearing thick cloaks to keep warm.

The indoor temperature is just right once you take off your cloak.

But it's so hot here at Jian Xiyan's place!

Many noblewomen's face powder began to come off.

Some people are naturally hot-tempered, and sweat mixed with powder drips down their face and into their necks.

Fearing to be impolite in front of the Empress, they could only endure it, secretly wiping their sweat with handkerchiefs, suffering terribly!

The Empress had a gentle demeanor and kept talking to the noblewomen, so none of them dared to make an excuse to leave.

Changpei stood beside the Empress, looking at the noble ladies and court ladies below who were extremely cautious and flattering her, and felt extremely pleased.

She couldn't help but recall her conversation with Jian Xiyan yesterday.

"Your Majesty, the ceremony for bestowing titles upon imperial concubines is tomorrow, and all the noblewomen will be attending. I am truly distressed for you."

The Empress sighed softly, "The people in this palace are used to flattering the weak and currying favor with the powerful. While I am still alive, His Majesty has already bestowed the title of Imperial Noble Consort upon someone else..."

The rest of the sentence was left unsaid, but Changpei understood.

She was simply saying that the emperor was disrespecting her as the head of the six palaces.

"Your Majesty, do not worry. No matter who that lowly woman is, she can never surpass your position."

"When the noblewomen enter the palace tomorrow to attend the ceremony, won't they first have to pay their respects to the Empress?"

Jian Xiyan personally removed her earrings, her expression indifferent: "Even if they come to pay their respects to me, they just want to see me make a fool of myself. I know these people all too well."

Upon seeing this, Changpei immediately had an idea.

She ordered people to add more charcoal to the fire late at night, and the temperature inside the room rose quickly overnight, which was further enhanced by the presence of an underfloor heating system.

Jian Xiyan woke up from the heat the next day.

Suppressing her anger, she called someone in to serve tea. After asking what was going on, she heard that it was Changpei's arrangement, and her irritation immediately subsided!

Not only did she change into thinner clothes without complaint, but she also made everyone in Kunning Palace follow Changpei's arrangements.

Today, the noblewomen made a complete fool of themselves in the Kunning Palace, but Jian Xiyan remained indifferent.

But Changpei had served her for a long time and understood that the Empress must be very satisfied!

These people will be attending a ceremony later.

That little vile imperial concubine was naturally unhappy to see the noblewomen's makeup all ruined.

The Imperial Noble Consort is unhappy, but the Empress is happy!

This is what they, as servants, should do—to share the burdens of their masters.

However, Changpei's smugness didn't last long before she heard the voice of the eldest princess.

"Are these servants of Kunning Palace courting death?"

The princess's stern shout immediately frightened the servants in Kunning Palace into kneeling on the ground.

Changpei looked around, then stood up straight and didn't move.

This is Kunning Palace, not the princess's residence. No matter how arrogant Jiang Yueli is, what can she do to a mere palace maid like her?

"Yue Li, what's making you so angry?" the Empress asked gently, raising her hand to signal the palace servants to rise.

Jiang Yueli, however, showed no respect whatsoever.

"Mother, do not be soft-hearted, make them kneel!"

As soon as the eldest princess spoke, the palace servants who were about to stand up glanced at the empress and all lowered their heads, not daring to move.

This made Jian Xiyan's face twitch, and she clenched her hands tightly inside her sleeves.

After Jiang Yueli finished speaking, she glanced at Changpei.

Changpei's heart skipped a beat, but she stubbornly pretended not to see it.

Jiang Yueli was too lazy to play these tricks with her and gave a slight nod.

Zhou Wei immediately rolled up her sleeves and went over to pull out the long pendant.

"Kneel down! You old codger, can't your knees bend?"

Changpei was dragged out by Zhou Wei and pinned to the ground, and she was furious!

However, knowing Zhou Wei's methods, she could only kneel and raise her head to defend herself.

"This servant does not know what she has done wrong, why does the eldest princess punish her in this way?"