The First Empress - Chapter 62

Chapter 62 As Precious As a Treasure
Concubine Heshu’s fingernails tightly grabbed the golden carpet on the ground, as if he had grabbed onto a last resort straw. However, this straw was too weak. Not only was it useless, it was even a little ridiculous.

She only felt a slight pain in her kneeling knee. She couldn’t figure out what was going on now. Huiqi smiled and said, “It’s rare for you to be so bold. You’re really a woman who won’t let her brows fall. You were able to help the Empress solve such a big case. It can be seen that you’re very thoughtful and logical. Get up, I won’t punish you but also reward you well.”

Only then did Linglong’s beating heart slowly fall down. Just now, she almost felt her heart reach her throat, almost about to spit out from her mouth. Such a sentence actually sent her heart back.

Linglong slowly stood up and looked at Huiqi and Ji Zhuhua.

Ji Zhuhua’s eyes were filled with praise and admiration. She did not expect Linglong to accomplish this beautifully. Hearing Linglong’s uncertain and vague words, she thought that Linglong was deliberately dodging and was unwilling to testify. Only after she had her supporters did Linglong dare to speak her mind. She was so smart that it made people feel a little jealous.

“What should I reward you for? The reward is Qianyi, and I will also reward you with a Dendrobium Pearl.” After Huiqi finished speaking, he looked at Ji Zhuhua and said, “I also reward the Empress with a Dendrobium Pearl. It is clear that the Empress is inseparable from this matter.”

Linglong was terrified. After everything was done, she always felt that it was empty. She glanced at Li Chongyuan before she reacted, “This concubine has a merciless request. I don’t know …”

Before Linglong could finish her sentence, Huiqi smiled and said, “I already know that you and Li Chongyuan are sisters and want to ask for a reward from Li Chongyuan. But that’s the meaning, isn’t it? I will reward Li Chongyuan with gold, silver and jewelry. Li Chongyuan can be considered the most tired person lately.”

Li Chongyuan hurriedly thanked her and reached out to grab Linglong’s wrist intentionally or unintentionally.

Linglong felt that she had won, and her eyes were filled with confidence. Li Chongyuan’s lips curled into a faint smile, “Thank you, Your Majesty and Your Majesty.”

“Get up.” Huiqi waved his hand.

Only then did Linglong and Li Chongyuan take their seats. Huiqi pointed at Linglong and said, “If the harem concubines are like Jieyu, then my harem is like the previous dynasty. I order you to learn from Bu Jieyu.”

The imperial concubines also flattered her. Linglong felt tired of it. Once she stepped on the wrong path, she would be completely doomed. If she was lucky enough to obtain a glorious pet, then everyone would flatter her. Linglong felt that it was meaningless. If it wasn’t for the Empress’s instructions, he wouldn’t be willing to show his face here to testify against Concubine Heshu, but what could he do in such a harem?

After Huiqi left, the concubines heaved a sigh of relief. Li Chongyuan stroked Linglong’s chest and said, “I was scared to death just now. I didn’t expect the Emperor to praise you. I really didn’t expect it. Thank you, Sister Bu.” Linglong nodded and said, “Go back and rest properly. Sister Bu can only help you here. You have also seen the atmosphere in the harem. Don’t be so kind. Being bullied and rided by others is a principle that is hard to come by for eternity.”

Speaking of which, Linglong’s heart was slightly sour. She thought that not long ago, she was jealous of Li Chongyuan’s pet, but from now on, Li Chongyuan might not be lucky for the Emperor for the rest of her life.

Li Chongyuan coughed slightly. Linglong hurriedly asked the palace servants to help Li Chongyuan leave. Only then did she stand up. Before she was ready to leave, Ji Zhuhua already stretched out her hand. Linglong hurriedly followed Ji Zhuhua into the inner hall.

Ji Zhu Hua Yanzi smiled cleverly, “I never thought that you and Mei Xin would have such a time. Today, I know that I did not choose the wrong person.” How could Linglong dare to claim credit? It was just a matter of time. “This concubine didn’t have any inch of merit. It was just that the Empress had already known the truth. This concubine was just a matter of time. She just stood up and said a few words step by step.”

Ji Zhuhua nodded his head. “No one can do these things. You are a bit of a general. I didn’t expect that you, a child of the Imperial Academy waiting for an imperial edict, would be so decisive. I appreciate you very much. You should learn more in the future. I estimate that after today, you will have all your prestige. It’s good to be careful in the future.”

Linglong’s heart beat violently. It was like a long dream that she would never wake up. She suddenly woke up. Everyone was incredulous, but it happened. Linglong didn’t know if she should say she was lucky or unlucky.

Ji Zhuhua’s eyes swept over, “Alright, let’s go back.”

Linglong hurriedly knelt down.

After coming out, Linglong’s heartbeat stabilized a lot. She looked outside and saw that the concubines were already in a state of disarray. Linglong slowly walked to the front and Qin’er quickly put on Linglong’s cloak.

Linglong only felt that today’s matter was a little sudden, but it was even more sudden.

She had just taken two steps out when she was stopped by the Ningguta clan in the snow. Ningguta clan’s cheeks were flushed red, and her eyes were pitch black as she looked at Linglong. “Congratulations, big sister.”

“He Xi is happy. He is just trying to be serious. What’s there to congratulate?” Linglong waved her hand, but she knew how Ning Guta acted. She still smiled and didn’t want to offend him. “But thank you, sister.”

“What are you thanking me for? It’s just a small matter. In the future, big sister will have to help little sister a little more.” Ning Guta hit the nail on the head. Originally, it was like this. They were just using it and countering it. Pure feelings like their relationship with Chen Chongyi or Li Chongyuan couldn’t survive here.

After a few words, Linglong and the Ningguta clan dissipated. Linglong felt uncomfortable in her heart, as if she had swallowed a fly. However, it was difficult for the Ningguta clan to deal with the matter of throwing stones upon a falling well just now. Otherwise, it would be very difficult to deal with it.

After walking two steps, Imperial Concubine Rou stopped in front of her. She also said two words of congratulations to Yun Yun. Linglong nodded and smiled, “It’s just the same person. What’s there to congratulate? But I have to thank my sister for her quick-wittedness. Otherwise, I would really be alone.” Imperial Concubine Rou looked at Linglong and turned her head with a mocking smile. “In the past, I was always bullied by Imperial Concubine He Shu in secret. Sister, you don’t know how much fragmentary energy I’ve suffered. Today, I’m finally proud of myself. You and I are singing together. At that time, you didn’t see the color of Imperial Concubine He Shu’s face.”

Linglong was not a gloating person, but she could only accept such a smile. After all, what Chen Chongyi had said was still in her ears. She had to have her own power and friends. When the time came, she would need them. A fence, three pillars, a hero, and three gangs!

Linglong held Concubine Rou’s hand and said, “Big sister is also a hero among women. She knows that there are mountains and tigers that favor tigers, but little sister also admires her very much.”

Imperial concubine Rou smiled oily and her face was exceptionally flattering. “This is because my sister knows how to speak. My sister is just a little tight and thin. When it comes to knowing that there are mountains and tigers that prefer to travel in the tiger mountains, that’s my sister’s style. I don’t dare to flatter her anymore,” said Imperial concubine Rou.

Linglong smiled noncommittally. The two of them only chatted for a while before walking into the snow. Qin’er followed Linglong and said, “Concubine Heshu is really in trouble today.”

Linglong sneered, “Miserable? Which woman in the harem is not miserable? Do you really think they were congratulating me just now? It’s just that they want to establish a relationship with me. If they have benefits, they will get a share. If they say that they don’t have benefits, it’s another matter. If it comes to framing and betraying, only a friend can frame and betray them, right?” Linglong sighed.

It was already noon when they returned to Cloud Phoenix Hall. There was no sunlight today, but it wasn’t cold.

Li Sheng helped Linglong hang her cloak in the room. Seeing Linglong’s faint expression, she asked, “Alright?”

Linglong nodded and sank lazily into the soft-furred cushion. She smiled gracefully and said, “It’s alarming, isn’t it?”

Of course, Sheng knew that the matter had succeeded, because the Shang Palace Bureau had already sent over the rewards. Sheng had sent over all the treasures for Linglong to look at. Linglong looked at the Dendrobium Pearls, and it was as if they had been judged. Each one of them was brilliant with a precious light.

She grabbed the beads tightly with her hand and said, “Seal a portion for Ning Guta and Concubine Rou.” Qin’er nodded and packed it in a box. Linglong sent some of her rewards to Li Chongyuan. She was really tired today, from her body to her heart. Linglong went to bed early after dinner.

At night, Hui Qi had indeed arrived in Yunluan Palace on his shoulder. There were so many snowflakes outside, and it was unknown where Hui Qi had just come from. His entire body was covered in a cold fragrance. The Lu Gonggong Gonggong said that Linglong would welcome him.

Linglong raised her head to see her pair of deep and moonlit eyes staring at her. She reached out and gently dragged her hand. Linglong stood up and said, “You’re doing well today, do you know that?”

Linglong raised her head and felt that his eyes were so bright, as if a beautiful bright moon had been cut into pieces, so beautiful and translucent.

“This concubine didn’t do anything. She just did what she thought she should do.” Linglong hugged Hui Qi and patted her shoulder. “Don’t stand here. It’s so cold.”

Linglong stamped her feet. As expected, she felt chilly. Hui Qi smiled and hugged Linglong horizontally. Then, she walked into the bedroom hall. Hui Qi held Linglong in his arms. Linglong felt warm and peaceful. “I have thought about it in the morning, and I have thought about it in the evening. Jieyu, you are my flower of interpretation. The Empress’ eyes are indeed not bad.”

Linglong said modestly, “Linglong has no talent and no virtue. If it weren’t for the Empress taking the trouble to teach her concubine Jiao Si, she would only be a small genius.” Hui Qi smiled as he looked at the exquisite Verdant-browed Cicada’s temples and fell into deep thought.