12dz Chapter 254 Strive
Chapter 254 Strive
Just when the battle was about to break out, Su Peisheng brand fire extinguisher appeared in time: "Your Majesty, Concubine Hui and Concubine Jing are here!"
An Lingrong relaxed a lot instantly.
Yongzheng was feeling a bit embarrassed, but upon hearing this he breathed a sigh of relief, "Spread it!"
It’s not that he doesn’t want to punish An Lingrong, but she raised Princess Longyue and was kind to the Sixth Prince, so there must be some affection between them.
Shen Meizhuang and Feng Ruozhao were discussing the Mid-Autumn Festival in the natural painting. After hearing Xiao Xiazi's message, they got up quickly without any delay and rushed to the sky.
On the way, Xiao Xiazi briefly explained what had happened.
As soon as I entered the room, I saw An Lingrong kneeling alone on the cold ground, her petite body looking so helpless.
Shen Meizhuang's heart tightened. Without hesitation, she quickly stepped forward and knelt directly in front of An Lingrong, saying anxiously, "Your Majesty, please calm down!"
At the same time, Feng Ruozhao, who was a little slower, also arrived. She hurriedly supported Hanzhu's arm and knelt down beside Shen Meizhuang.
In this way, the two of them were like a solid barrier, protecting An Lingrong tightly behind them.
Watching their actions, Yongzheng felt helpless and could only slow down his voice and said, "Get up, Concubine Jing, you are still pregnant!"
Su Peisheng quickly helped Feng Ruozhao up, and then went to help Shen Meizhuang.
Shen Meizhuang refused to stand up and continued to stand in front of An Lingrong.
Feng Ruozhao thought for a moment, then came to Yongzheng and soothed him gently, "Your Majesty, Sister Wen has always been simple-minded. If she has displeased Your Majesty, Concubine Hui and I will teach her a lesson. Your Majesty really doesn't need to be so angry. If she gets sick from anger, how will Sister Wen cope with it?"
Yongzheng sat on the couch and looked at the scene in front of him. The two men's intention to protect her was obvious. One gave her protection with practical actions, while the other used words to excuse her everywhere.
His thoughts drifted away, and Zhen Huan's face emerged clearly in his mind. If she were still in the palace, given her personality, she would definitely join these two people and firmly guard An Lingrong.
He recalled the past, when Zhen Huan had knelt at his feet like this, her back straight and her expression filled with stubborn reluctance. If he had shown even a little compassion, had he let go of his imperial dignity, perhaps she wouldn't have chosen to leave the palace in despair. This change of heart ultimately became an unspeakable regret in his heart.
He sighed quietly, his gaze returning to Shen Meizhuang and An Lingrong. Observing their actions, it gradually dawned on him that the three of them shared a stubborn streak, a bond that attracted and bonded them all.
"Look at you guys, you've spoiled her to the point where she's so ignorant that she even dares to contradict me. I've never seen anyone so audacious."
Although the words were still harsh, Feng Ruozhao keenly noticed that the emperor's anger was no longer as strong as when they first came in!
She thought for a moment and said with a smile, "Your Majesty, you know that Sister Wen never flatters others. She says whatever comes to mind. Sometimes when I chat with her, she gets so angry that she makes smoke come out of her head. Even Sister Huifei has to beat her many times! Don't you often praise her for her straightforward nature? Although her current temper has something to do with us, it is also inseparable from Your Majesty's tolerance!"
Yongzheng was so angry at her words that he laughed: "So, it's my fault?"
"Of course, it's the Emperor's fault. If the Emperor weren't so wise and powerful, and so tolerant and generous, Sister Wen wouldn't have dared to be so reckless."
Yongzheng was extremely pleased with the flattery and felt even better. He looked at Feng Ruozhao with a smile and said, "You have become such a sharp-tongued person now!"
Feng Ruozhao secretly breathed a sigh of relief, got it!
"But it was indeed her fault today, so I and Concubine Hui will punish her... Hmm..."
As he said this, he winked at Shen Meizhuang.
Shen Meizhuang nodded slightly.
Hearing her say this, Yongzheng also became interested: "How do you want to punish her?"
Feng Ruozhao pretended to be thoughtful: "Then...I will punish her by grounding her for ten days."
Shen Meizhuang immediately interjected, "House arrest isn't an option. Sixth Prince won't go to sleep until she tells him stories every night. Why not punish her with her monthly allowance?"
Feng Ruozhao said immediately, "No, Princess Longyue is still young. How can I shortchange her monthly allowance? Besides, she has no money. She still owes me a lot of silver!"
"Then what's her punishment? Copying the palace rules?"
"No, copying palace rules would take time, and she promised to make clothes for my unborn child!"
The two of them calmly mentioned the Sixth Prince, Princess Longyue and Feng Ruozhao's unborn child.
Watching the two of them exchanging words like they were performing a crosstalk, Yongzheng's face quietly revealed a smile: "Well, both of you, stop pretending like this!"
Feng Ruozhao turned to An Lingrong and said with a smile, "Sister Wen, the Emperor won't let us punish you. Why don't you thank the Emperor quickly?"
An Lingrong immediately said obediently, "I thank Your Majesty for your grace. I will never dare to do it again."
"Okay, get up." Yongzheng waved his hand.
So, the two of them slowly stood up as they were told.
Taking advantage of the opportunity to support Shen Meizhuang, An Lingrong said two words in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "Award."
Shen Meizhuang's mind flickered, and she immediately understood what she meant. "Your Majesty," she said. "A few days ago, the Imperial Household Department reported that our ancestors had stipulated that the selection of concubines should be held every three years. Now that the three-year period has expired, I wonder what Your Majesty wishes to do."
Yongzheng was silent for a long time before he spoke: "Just follow the procedures and select the candidates one by one! The Empress is not in good health, and Concubine Jing is about to give birth, so you will have to work harder!"
"I obey the decree!"
Feng Ruozhao observed Yongzheng's expression and said cautiously, "Your Majesty, Ye Lanyi is just a horse trainer. I'm afraid she doesn't know the rules of the palace. If she enters the palace rashly, she won't be able to adapt. Moreover, the things she is exposed to are different from her sisters. I'm afraid she won't even have anyone to talk to in the future. Since Your Majesty loves flowers, why not let her bloom beautifully on the branches!"
Her words flowed slowly into Yongzheng's heart like a trickle of water.
Yongzheng frowned slightly and fell into deep thought, his fingers tapping unconsciously on the armrest of the chair. Looking at the three people in front of him, their attitudes were already very clear. Shen Meizhuang had the Sixth Prince, An Lingrong had Princess Longyue, and Feng Ruozhao was about to give birth. If he forcibly took Ye Lan'yi into the harem, I'm afraid the three of them would be disappointed!
It's really not worth it for a woman!
After a moment he said, "Forget it, forget it!"
The three of them breathed a sigh of relief.
After Yongzheng left, Shen Meizhuang stepped forward, took An Lingrong's hand, looked at her wound, and called out urgently, "Su Ye, Su Ye."
Su Ye and Ye Lanyi were climbing the stairs over there. When they heard the shouts, they quickly took two steps and came to them.
"Hurry and take a look at Rong'er's wound."
Su Ye hurried to take a look, and after a moment she sighed, "My Lady, why didn't you call me here earlier?"