Rebirth: Ruyi goes crazy in the harem

Chapter 199: Improper Conduct Before the Emperor

Ruyi gently fiddled with the newly embedded purple cat's eyes on the armor, and her smile sharpened and bloomed like a blade.

"Now that I have become the empress, the emperor's control over state affairs is no longer what it used to be.

I'm afraid the Queen Mother can no longer place pawns in the harem and interfere in government affairs as she did in the past.

Apart from relying on me and seeking cooperation, the Queen Mother's other options have been blocked step by me.

From now on, we just need to slowly catch the turtle in the jar."

Rong Pei felt a chill in her heart, realizing that Ruyi had been plotting this all along. She couldn't help but sigh, "My Lord has endured humiliation and hardship for the sake of revenge, and he will surely get what he wants in the future."

"Yes, how can I just let my aunt's death go? Karma always has its own way, and I have never forgotten it for a day."

There was an inexplicable warmth mixed in with Ruyi's cold eyes.

After all, the Queen Mother emphasized filial piety, and if she died suddenly, Ruyi would be affected. So Ruyi slowly tamed her, just like she tamed her aunt.

Now this is just the beginning.

If my aunt knew that the Empress Dowager, who had fought with her all her life, was now staying in the harem in panic, thinking about how to rely on Ruyi, I'm afraid she would be able to get some comfort.

After Nianqin was beheaded, the emperor took drastic measures and continued to reorganize the old ministers headed by Zhang Tingyu.

Because Zhang Tingyu was the teacher of the eldest prince, Yonghuang, despite Gao Xiyue's dissuasion, insisted on going to the Yangxin Palace to kneel down and beg for mercy.

The emperor was furious and accused Yonghuang of being disobedient. Although Yonghuang was terrified, he stubbornly refused to retreat.

It was only because Gao Xiyue hurried to the Yangxin Palace and knelt down to beg for mercy that the emperor temporarily let Yonghuang go and did not implicate him.

When Ruyi heard this, she felt quite sad.

As a son and a minister, Yonghuang should not have gone against the emperor's wishes. But as a student, Yonghuang's behavior was understandable.

When Yongqi heard about this, he took the initiative to take on the task of comforting the people.

Yongqi was well-educated, wise, and generous, and Ruyi was interested in cultivating his mind and wisdom.

So after the emperor calmed down, Yongqi went to the Yangxin Palace in person to comfort the emperor.

Although the emperor was furious, after his anger subsided and he listened to Yongqi's advice, he also felt that Yonghuang was a man of loyalty and righteousness.

When Yonghuang learned about this, he was very grateful for Yongqi's help, and the friendship between the two brothers was greatly enhanced.

This matter was finally raised high and fell lightly.

Yonghuang was not punished, but Zhang Tingyu's power in the court was largely destroyed, and he was no longer worthy of the honor of being enshrined in the Taimiao.

As the biggest supporter of Fucha, Zhang Tingyu took the initiative to request to retire and return home, and the emperor readily approved his request.

At this point, Fucha's power began to loosen and disperse, and Chengpin's status in the harem was no longer what it used to be. She could no longer rely solely on her mother's family to gain a foothold.

Concubine Cheng was extremely anxious and worried. She used various methods and finally got the emperor to stay overnight several times.

However, Concubine Cheng almost drank the pregnancy medicine as if it were water, but there was no sign of pregnancy at all. She was so anxious that her eyes were about to burst into flames.

Apart from this incident, another rebellion broke out on the Tibetan border.

The emperor appointed Yue Zhongqi to lead troops into Tibet to pacify the rebellion, and he eventually defeated the Tibetan prince Zhuermeten Namjale and won a resounding victory.

On this day in the Yangxin Palace, Wei Yanwan was wearing a peach pink flag dress embroidered with colorful butterflies, and three lightweight gold-branch hollow butterfly feather hairpins were inserted in her hair.

She was dressed prettily and was stroking her pipa, slowly playing the new Yi folk song she had learned.

The Emperor has always liked complicated and luxurious things. As the successor to the throne, Ruyi naturally wanted to relax the frugality of the six palaces when Empress Xiaoxian was alive.

Therefore, not only did the furnishings in the palace become more gorgeous and precious, but the concubines' clothing, jewelry, and the selection and development of rouge and powder also became much more refined.

Although Wei Yanwan's clothes were covered with Hunan embroidery, they did not go beyond the rules.

The emperor loves to see his concubines dressed up beautifully, and Ruyi also loves to see it.

Ruyi was drinking and chatting with the emperor to the sound of a soft and cheerful tune.

The leisurely and peaceful scene was soon interrupted by an inappropriate sound of retching.

Ruyi looked at Wei Yanwan with concern, "What happened to Concubine Wei? Did you eat something that's sick?"

Wei Yanwan's cheeks were slightly red, and she gently plucked the thin strings of the pipa without making a sound, as if she had some unspeakable secret.

Xing'er at the side said worriedly, "To answer the Queen, the master has not been feeling well since more than a month ago.

Not only do I often feel dizzy, but I also eat very little. I feel sick and want to vomit if I eat anything greasy or fishy..."

"Xing'er, stop talking." Wei Yanwan stopped her softly, then stood up, holding Yueqin, and squatted down to bow.

"I know my own body very well. When I was a palace maid, I had an irregular diet, so my stomach has always been in poor condition.

I was feeling much better today, so I wanted to perform in front of the Empress. I didn't expect to be disrespectful in front of the Emperor. I beg the Emperor and the Empress to forgive me."

The emperor and Ruyi naturally had no intention of blaming her.

Gently raising her hand to signal Wei Yanwan to stand up, Ruyi asked slowly, "Noble Wei's symptoms sound like she is pregnant.

I wonder if Concubine Wei's menstrual period is accurate recently? Has the imperial physician been summoned to check it out?"

Wei Yanwan's face flushed with shame, and she spoke with difficulty, "I have always had irregular periods, so I have never disturbed the imperial physician..."

The emperor looked very happy. He waved his hand and signaled Jinzhong to call Qi Ru to take a good look at Concubine Wei.

Jinzhong ran very fast and brought Doctor Qi over in a short while.

After checking the pulse, Qi Ru showed a happy expression and knelt down respectfully to congratulate, "Congratulations, Your Majesty, your lady has been pregnant for three months."

Wei Yanwan seemed to have expected this. She still kept her head down, hiding her expression, looking confused and embarrassed.

The emperor couldn't stop showing surprise on his face, "This is a happy event."

Ruyi smiled in agreement with the emperor and said, "Yes, if we count the dates, this child must have been born not long after Concubine Wei was favored by the emperor.

Concubine Wei is a blessed woman. Your Majesty, please think carefully about how to reward her. "

The emperor clapped his hands and laughed, "The queen is right, of course I will reward you.

The Queen will oversee the transfer of various items from the Ministry of Internal Affairs to Chengqian Palace. As for the position...

When Concubine Wei's baby is born successfully, both the baby and the girl will be promoted to concubine."

With such a fast promotion speed, Concubine Wei has already become the number one person in the harem.

Wei Yanwan was naturally worried in her heart. She was afraid that she would be the first to stand out and be plotted against by others.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have waited until the dragon fetus was three months old and was about to show, before finding an opportunity to tell it.

But this child was different from the others. Wei Yanwan had to keep him no matter what.

The emperor was mostly in the previous dynasty, so even if he wanted to protect her, he was powerless. If she wanted to ensure the safety of the dragon fetus in her belly, the protection of the queen was indispensable.

Wei Yanwan glanced at Ruyi's expression, and seeing her nod slightly with a gentle smile on her lips, she felt relieved and kowtowed with great joy to express her gratitude.

"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty. This is my first child, and I feel a little uneasy. Could Your Majesty please arrange for Dr. Lu from the Imperial Hospital to help me with my pregnancy?"