kvmb Chapter 55 Consort Fucha's Schemes
Chapter 55 Consort Fucha's Schemes
Fucha Peiyun is now a concubine and comes from the Manchu Banner family, so she can sit next to Consort Jing.
Fucha Peiyun then sat down next to Consort Jing and chatted with her.
With a smile on her face, Fucha Peiyun gracefully followed everyone's gaze and slowly walked to sit down next to Consort Jing.
As soon as the two were seated, Consort Jing broke the silence and spoke first, asking in a gentle and concerned tone:
"My sister is quite far along in her pregnancy now. Is the baby stable? Is she experiencing any discomfort?"
Upon hearing this, Fucha Peiyun nodded slightly in acknowledgment.
Then she reached out and stroked her prominently protruding belly, saying:
"Thank you for your concern, sister. My pregnancy is going well so far, and there are no problems at all."
Fucha Peiyun knew perfectly well that Consort Jing and Consort Wan had always had a very good relationship.
However, she did not have any enmity or grudge with Consort Jing.
In that case, there is really no need for them to become enemies.
Just as they were having a pleasant conversation, Fucha Peiyun suddenly felt something was off.
Without even using her divine sense, she sensed that behind an exquisite screen not far away...
It felt as if a cold, malicious gaze was fixed intently on him.
That gaze felt like a thorn in her back, making her skin crawl with goosebumps.
Without much thought, Fucha Peiyun understood perfectly.
That malicious gaze undoubtedly belonged to the Empress.
He must have looked at her belly and wished he could get rid of her as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, no matter how many schemes you devise, you just can't defeat me.
Fucha Peiyun ignored the Empress's gaze and continued chatting with Consort Jing.
Just as the two were chatting happily, Zhen Huan slowly took Jinxi's hand and stood with Shen Meizhuang.
He slowly walked in.
Compared to Fucha Peiyun's rosy complexion, Zhen Huan's was quite different.
Even though she carefully used makeup to conceal her face,
Yet it was still difficult to conceal the weakness and exhaustion that emanated from the very core of his being.
Of course, this was how Empress Fucha Peiyun saw Zhen Huan; others only thought Zhen Huan looked quite well.
Zhen Huan also spotted Fucha Peiyun at a glance; she had a large belly and a rosy complexion.
You could tell from her complexion that her pregnancy was going well.
Zhen Huan felt envious, and at the same time, a growing sense of jealousy also arose in her heart.
Why is Consort Shu's child fine, while her child is gone?
Zhen Huan concealed the expression in her eyes, took Jinxi's hand, and was followed by Huanbi.
Together with Shen Meizhuang, who carries Caiyue and Caixin
He walked up to Consort Jing and Empress Fucha Peiyun and curtsied.
Consort Jing quickly helped Zhen Huan up, while Fucha Peiyun remained seated steadily. As for Huanbi, who stood behind Zhen Huan, she glared at her.
Fucha Peiyun said, "Who cares about her?"
Fucha Peiyun looked at Shen Meizhuang. Shen Meizhuang had given up on Da Pang Ju; her heart belonged only to Zhen Huan.
Unfortunately, Zhen Huan didn't have much genuine affection for Shen Meizhuang.
Zhen Huan sat down next to Fucha Peiyun and looked at everyone. "Has Consort Hua not arrived yet today?"
Shen Meizhuang said, "How is she any different from before? She is still disrespectful to the Empress."
Zhen Huan now knew the Empress's true colors, and she tugged at Shen Meizhuang's hand.
Fucha Peiyun frowned slightly and said softly, "Consort Hua has only lost her memory; she hasn't changed her nature."
Shen Meizhuang, standing to the side, let out a soft snort, her tone revealing a hint of dissatisfaction:
"Even if you have amnesia, you shouldn't be so arrogant and unrestrained!"
Fucha Peiyun's lips curled slightly upward, revealing a faint smile, and she responded with a hint of sarcasm:
"Hehe, even if Consort Hui wanted to act so arrogantly, she probably didn't have the ability."
Just then, a noisy commotion came from afar.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw Consort Hua walking gracefully towards them.
Today, Consort Hua is dressed in her usual magnificent attire.
But unlike before, she looked much younger and more vibrant.
Nian Shilan gracefully took the hand of her personal maid, Songzhi.
She strode briskly to the seat in front of Consort Jing and sat down steadily.
Her beautiful eyes darted around, and after glancing at the surroundings, she said with a sweet laugh, "Oh, you all arrived quite early!"
Upon seeing this, Consort Jing hurriedly led the other concubines to pay their respects to Consort Hua.
Nian Shilan casually waved her hand and said, "Both Consort Shu and Consort Wan are pregnant now, so let's skip the formalities for now."
"I certainly don't want anyone to use this opportunity to accuse me of mistreating my pregnant concubines."
As soon as he finished speaking, the many concubines present looked at each other in surprise.
It's worth noting that before losing her memory, Consort Hua, Nian Shilan, was notoriously ruthless and arrogant.
She never took the other concubines seriously and always tried her best to make things difficult for them.
Let alone showing any consideration for pregnant concubines, it's already a blessing if they don't wantonly torment everyone.
Therefore, everyone was quite surprised to hear Nian Shilan say such a thing.
Zhen Huan was slightly surprised, but she immediately understood the reason.
It must be that the current Consort Hua has forgotten her feelings for the Emperor due to amnesia.
Since she no longer cared about the Emperor, she naturally wouldn't care about the Emperor's concubines as much as before.
After all, only those who truly care about someone will feel jealous and then target them in every way.
After a brief moment of surprise, everyone quickly thanked Consort Hua: "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness!"
Consort Hua simply waved her hand dismissively, as if she thought it was nothing more than a trivial matter.
Then, she began to look around curiously, her eyes sweeping over all the furnishings and decorations around her.
However, a moment later, she slightly pursed her lips and muttered softly:
"Hmph, the Empress's Jingren Palace is not even as magnificent as my Yikun Palace!"
His words were filled with disdain.
"All the concubines in the palace have arrived, but the Empress hasn't come out yet. They're really putting on airs."
"Her Majesty the Empress has arrived!"
As they were talking, the Empress slowly walked out of the inner room, followed by a group of palace maids and eunuchs.
Everyone hurriedly rose to greet her, and all of them bowed respectfully to the Empress.
Consort Hua bowed as before, her knees never bending as she waved her handkerchief.
The Empress saw that Consort Hua was as rude as ever, even though it was something she had become accustomed to.
However, she couldn't help feeling uneasy, and her expression changed slightly, but she quickly regained her dignified demeanor.
"Sister Hua seems more carefree today than usual," the Empress said, seemingly gently.
Consort Hua raised an eyebrow. "Your Majesty is joking. I am merely acting according to my own conscience."
The Empress, no longer wanting to entangle with Consort Hua, looked at the crowd and said...
"It has been a long time since I have gathered with my sisters, and today is a rare occasion for such a lively gathering."
Consort Shu and Consort Wan, how are you doing lately? Is your unborn child still safe and sound?
No one in the palace is more honored than you. If any of you were to safely give birth to a prince, you would be a great hero.
Fucha Peiyun, with her pregnant belly protruding, bowed and answered:
"Your Majesty, I am well and at peace."
The baby in my womb is showing no unusual movement for now, thank you for your concern, Your Majesty.
Zhen Huan concealed the hatred in her eyes, her handkerchief clenched tightly in her hand.
She also curtsied and said, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. With Physician Zhang taking care of me during this pregnancy, everything is normal."
Consort Hua slightly raised her chin, gave a light sneer, and said with a half-smile:
"Consort Shu and Consort Wan are naturally of high status now, so we must be careful and cautious, and make sure nothing goes wrong!"
After all, countless eyes are watching closely from within this deep palace.
As she spoke, her beautiful eyes glanced seemingly casually towards the Empress seated above.
The profound meaning in his eyes was self-evident.
They were practically pointing their fingers at the Empress and accusing her of harboring ulterior motives and malicious intent.
Meanwhile, the Empress, seated above, was already seething with resentment.
However, due to her status as the head of the six palaces,
Yet they had to put on a show of kindness, gentleness, and magnanimity in front of others.
So, she forced a smile and slowly replied:
"What Consort Hua said makes a lot of sense. I will naturally do my best to protect the two of them."
However, there are many sisters in this harem, and they should support and look after each other.
If there truly is someone who dares to resort to underhanded tricks and malicious schemes in secret, I will certainly not forgive them easily!
The Empress's sharp gaze swept over Consort Hua almost imperceptibly.
Faced with the Empress's warning, Consort Hua showed no fear whatsoever; instead, a slight smile curled at the corner of her lips.
He revealed a mocking smile and responded with a cold laugh:
"Haha, Your Majesty the Empress, you have always been fair, just, and impartial in your rewards and punishments."
With your personal care and attention, I'm sure Consort Shu and Consort Wan will be able to give birth to two little princes smoothly.
This adds even more festive cheer to the palace!
Seeing the crowd pulling and tugging, Zhen Huan felt secretly anxious.
The fetus in her womb had already died, and if it didn't come out soon, it wouldn't be good for her health.
We can't delay any longer; we have no choice but to take the risk.
If something happens to her in Jingren Palace today, the Empress will certainly be implicated.
If Consort Shu could be dragged into this, both pregnant women would be in trouble together.
I don't believe the Emperor won't take his anger out on the Empress.
As Zhen Huan gracefully picked up her teacup and took a sip of tea, she subtly gave Huan Bi a meaningful look.
Huanbi nodded knowingly, and then, something unexpected happened—
Suddenly, Huanbi, who had been standing quietly behind Zhen Huan, suddenly swayed and fell straight towards Zhen Huan without warning!
"Your Majesty, be careful!" A cry of alarm rang out.
Zhen Huan was so frightened by this sudden turn of events that her face turned pale.
He hurriedly stood up, trying to avoid Huanbi who was about to hit him.
However, in her panic, she stumbled and lost her balance, falling towards a seat next to her.
In the blink of an eye, just as Zhen Huan was about to fall heavily onto Fucha Peiyun,
A slender, fair hand suddenly reached out from the side.
With lightning speed, he abruptly pulled Fucha Peiyun up from the stool.
Zhen Huan, however, was unable to stop leaning forward due to inertia.
It finally landed solidly on the empty stool.