The First Empress - Chapter 16

Chapter 16 Phoenix Yu Fei
Linglong frowned, her fingerbones turning slightly pale as she played while paying attention to the surrounding scenery and movements. That exquisite facial features came over to take a look at the Empress. She didn’t know if the Empress was sincere or fake, but she had to give it a try. Back then, when she was in the Hidden Mansion, she was a lucky man who didn’t have any pet. If she had the chance today, she would naturally want to rise to the top.

The Empress revealed a trace of calm and self-control in her eyes. She smiled and said, “That one of ours is probably coming soon.”

The Empress had just finished speaking when she heard the rustling of her dress behind her. She hurriedly turned around. Huiqi had already come over. Eunuch Lu, the eunuch in charge of Qianhe Palace, had already walked over. When the Empress saw Huiqi behind her, she bowed and said, “Long live the Emperor.”

Hui Qi no longer spoke, and his gaze fell on the dress.

The sound of the flute was like that of an oriole leaving a valley, and it was like the rain outside the window that made people feel refreshed when they heard it. When they saw clearly that the person playing the flute was actually Bu Linglong, the Emperor was slightly stunned and turned around. The Empress smiled gently. “Concubine Bu is indeed not simple. Such a character is rare. The Emperor should think twice before choosing the right one.”

Emperor Hui Qi smiled and nodded his head. “I have always been good. Thanks for the Empress’ guidance, but I feel that the flute sound is a bit inappropriate.”

Huiqi stomped on the spring light and walked behind Bu Linglong.

Huiqi remained silent and looked on coldly as if he hadn’t noticed anyone playing the flute. Bu Linglong knew that someone was looking at her from behind. However, she couldn’t help but remain calm when she turned around. It was as if she was playing in the Uninhabited Realm.

Her graceful body suddenly paused slightly, because a pair of steady white palms had already grasped the jade flute. Linglong quickly turned around and saw that the person who came was actually the emperor. She quickly knelt down, “I don’t know if the emperor listened to Xiao behind me, but I was wrong to welcome my guilt.” Her wind bun was also trembling.

Hui Qi only smiled, his eyebrows filled with spring. The corners of his eyebrows were filled with understanding, “It’s my fault. I originally wanted to do that Liu Lang, but I didn’t expect this elegant thing to scare you, hehe.”

“Your Majesty … I …” The soft and greasy face was filled with fear.

Huiqi’s pair of obsidian-like eyes twirled slyly. With a bit of mischievousness, he grasped the jade flute. “This Xiao is also a relic of the previous dynasty. It’s amazing that you can blow it to perfection.”

The warm golden light of the morning sun shone through the gap in the treetop. Linglong looked at the emperor’s long, jade-like figure and did not feel her cheeks turn red. “How dare I go overboard? I only learned 30% of it. When it comes to the flute sound, it is naturally different from the golden drum and zither.”

Hui Qi looked at Linglong, his furong-like face, and his willow-like eyebrows suddenly seemed to be unable to get tired of seeing a hundred things at this moment, and he didn’t notice it at that time.

Actually, just by relying on this face alone, he wouldn’t worry about spoiling the Six Palaces.

Huiqi stretched out his hand to straighten out Linglong’s head full of pearls and said with a smile, “Today’s dress is pretty good. The sound of the flute has already exceeded 20-30%. After all, the jade flute is different from ordinary laughter. I can play it for you to relax. The jade flute pays attention to fingers and sounds. You should pay attention to your throat …”

The Empress’s head was full of pearls that shone with a dazzling light under the sunshine. She only looked at the two people in the sunshine with gentle kindness. No matter who it was, there would always be people competing for favor in the harem. It would be better for her to thoroughly support those women who harbored ill intentions to ascend to the throne.

Huiqi slightly raised his lips. Then, a faint flute sound came out of his mouth. He played a tune and smiled, “I heard you playing the folk ‘Phoenix Music’ just now. When it comes to the ‘Phoenix Music’, it is the favorite of the low-hanging and tactful daughter’s family. Therefore, the fingerprints are naturally much more complicated. Come and play and I will guide you.”

Linglong stroked the fragmentary flower on her sleeve and placed the jade flute on her lips. Just as she started to play, Huiqi’s hands had already crossed her shoulders and rested on the jade flute. Linglong was stunned, but she still didn’t dare to listen. Huiqi whispered in her ear, smiling as she spoke. It was as if she was very happy.

The corners of the Empress’ mouth curved into a gentle arc as she slowly walked over.

“It’s rare for the Emperor to have the time to guide Concubine Bu to blow his flute. Sister Cai Ren, quickly thank him.” A peaceful smile appeared on her beautiful face as she looked at Bu Linglong.

Linglong hurriedly put away Xiao Ying and bowed while saying, “Thank you, Your Majesty.”

Huiqi helped Linglong up and asked, “You seem to have a deficiency. Looking at your weak appearance, Liu Fufeng is quite adorable. It’s just that there’s nothing else but the Empress. Don’t run anywhere else.”

Linglong’s delicate and elegant face looked at Hui Qi, “I know, I will definitely do as you say.”

‘”Your Majesty, don’t frighten your sister Cai Ren. Once you get to know her again, your sister Cai Ren shouldn’t be afraid. Your Majesty’s favor for you is also your blessing. You should learn this jade flute well.”

The harem was originally about sex. Linglong was naturally very grateful when she saw that she had been matched by the Empress. She knelt down repeatedly and said, “Thank you, Your Majesty, for your advice. Thank you, Your Majesty. Your concubine will definitely do her best to learn how to play well.”

Ji Zhuhua smiled charmingly and said, “Your Majesty, shouldn’t we arrange for Bu Cai to serve you in bed?”

Emperor Hui Qi smiled broadly, “You are gentle and virtuous. Alright, don’t stand in the sun and lower your head. I’m also tired today. I believe that Bu Cai Ren and the Empress are tired as well. It’s really hard. Prepare yourself.”

Linglong’s pair of eyes stared at Hui Qi’s back and said, “This concubine respectfully sends the Emperor off.”

After Huiqi left, Ji Zhuhua grabbed her wrist and said, “Perhaps you also heard the Emperor’s hidden message. Have all the servants and maids in your palace prepare.”

Ji Zhuhua gave a firm order in a soft tone, “I know that you have to thank me again. There is no need for me to thank you. Learn it well. Especially the ‘Phoenix Song’, which the Emperor probably likes very much. You know what to do. I like people who are knowledgeable, so dealing with smart people is not bad.”

“Thank you, concubine.” Her beautiful cheeks trembled slightly, along with her head full of pearls. Ji Zhuhua smiled and held Linglong’s wrist. “The harem sisters have their own strengths, and not everyone can please the Emperor. It’s your good fortune, right?”

After the Empress finished speaking, she smiled faintly and said, “Prepare yourself. You will probably have a bright future in less than three or two days.”

The Empress felt that it was about time for her to vent her illness. After she finished speaking, she looked at Linglong and said, “Be careful in the future. You should also understand what the Emperor said. Don’t run around in other people’s palaces. Otherwise, it would be great if there were any mistakes. There are many things that don’t fit the hearts of the people in the harem. I’m afraid you haven’t seen them before.”

The two of them walked out of the dim bamboo forest. Bu Linglong only heard it as if her entire body was watered with cold water. While secretly remembering the Empress’ words, she clenched her jade flute tightly and walked out of the forest garden. Only then did she look up at the sunlight. It was daytime and Linglong let out a sigh of relief. “Then there’s nothing else for this concubine to leave.”

“Sister, good to go–”

Linglong held the jade flute and walked to Yunluan Palace. Qin’er hurriedly walked over and said, “Lord went to the Empress’ place early in the morning. Why did she only come back now?”

Late spring was still a little cold. As Qin’er spoke, she put on a cloak for Linglong. “Does Little Lord still feel cold?”

The sun was bright outside, and the interior of the room was exceptionally cold. It was unknown if it was because the harem’s Yin Qi was too heavy. Feeling much warmer, Linglong smiled and said, “Prepare for tonight. Don’t panic.”

Before Qin’er could react, she looked at the beautiful eyes that were motionless. After a moment, she couldn’t help but be happy, “Is the Emperor going to summon the Little Lord to serve as a bedchamber attendant?”

Her eyes seemed to be flickering with a cluster of smiling flames. Linglong smiled and said, “It’s only two days left and right. You guys just need to prepare.”

Qin’er smiled from ear to ear. “These are all the good fortune of Lord. Servant congratulated Lord.” He didn’t know what was going on, but everyone else thought that he was the only one who couldn’t be happy. This sudden turn of events didn’t give him any unexpected joy. Was it because something was easy to obtain but not easy to cherish?

The night was melting, and the sky was filled with stars. The dark sky was like a secret without a purpose, and the silence of Cloud Phoenix Hall was the same in the silence of the night. Qin’er had already helped Linglong remove her makeup. “Little Lord, you’ve been busy all day. You should rest early.”

Bu Linglong still held the jade flute in her hand, her heart skipping a beat like a deer. “Is it because of this flute? Or is it because of the help of the Empress?”

“What did Little Lord say?”

“Oh, it’s nothing. Rest early.” As Linglong placed the pearl chain on the red sandalwood table, she slowly removed the armor on her hand. The cold light of the armor disappeared in the night.

The slender flute from the bower plays music slender; The tender night on garden swing casts shadow tender.

There was a sweet and faint fragrance in the air. It smelled extremely comfortable, but there was a faint odor in these fragrances. Linglong could not help but frown, “Qin’er, did you smell a strange odor?”

The moon’s shadow was hazy. Linglong suddenly sat up slowly and began to guess slowly based on her intuition. Qin’er’s eyes widened in suspicion. “Little Lord, there’s a strange smell. I’ll get up and take a look.”

‘”Yunluan Palace is already full of flowers. Forget it, let’s see tomorrow. The left is just some spices, or some seasonal flowers. But I don’t like the smell. You can just throw it away tomorrow if you find it. There’s no need to go back to me.” As Linglong spoke, she closed her eyes.

Qin ‘Er carefully remembered this fragrance and planned to carefully look for it the next day.