The First Empress - Chapter 82

Chapter 82 Sisterly Affection
Just as he was thinking nonsense, someone knocked on the door.

Linglong frowned. This was the most confidential place in the Cabinet. Who would dare to act like this without an elder and want to rush straight in? Huiqi disagreed and nodded, “Come in.”

Linglong retreated a little. It was actually the leader of the Dragon Taboo Commandant who entered.

“You’re back?”

“This subordinate greets the Emperor and Empress Jie Yu.” The Dragon Taboo Lieutenant bowed calmly. Hui Qi’s face was still slightly flushed because of what happened just now. Seeing that there were no outsiders here, the Dragon Taboo Lieutenant said, “The Seven Kings also held a banquet in the manor. The amphibious banquet specifically selected some officials to gain connections with every day and publicized it privately …”

“What are you preaching?” Huiqi’s expression finally turned ugly, and his eyebrows trembled slightly.

The Dragon Taboo Lieutenant said, “Forgive this subordinate for not covering his mouth. Otherwise, this subordinate would not dare to say anything.”

“Forgive your innocence. Just tell me everything Seventh Brother has said and done.” Huiqi heavily brushed his sleeves and sat on the golden nanmu chair. It was like a clay statue. Only the awe between his eyebrows made people feel that this was a body of flesh and blood. Linglong was neither sitting nor walking. She was so embarrassed that she almost blushed.

“The Seven Kings said that one day they will kill the monarch and replace you, Your Majesty. They also made it clear that they will stir up trouble and plant the party for personal gain.” There must be something even more unpleasant to hear, but the Dragon Taboo Commandant didn’t dare to humiliate the Sage, so he naturally picked up two important words. Actually, it didn’t matter to Hui Qi, but those fists were still secretly clenched tightly.

Seeing that Hui Qi was about to get angry, Linglong hurriedly walked to Hui Qi’s side and helped Hui Qi shunqi, “Why does the Emperor boast like this and stare at him? This is a villain’s intention!” Hui Qi originally did not have a beard. Such a ridiculing remark made Hui Qi laugh loudly again. “Jie Yu is right. If I get angry, it will make him much happier. I won’t get angry, but the Seven Kings are really going too far!”

“The Seven Kings have gone too far. Even flies can’t escape the Emperor’s net. Besides, the Seven Kings are still eagle-like opponents. The Emperor should not be angry to the point that his body is serious!” Linglong comforted Hui Qi.

Hui Qilian nodded his head, “Yes, there are many withered branches in the tree. I’ll slowly raise them later. You go down first!”

The Dragon Taboo Commandant nodded at Hui Qi and Ling Long before retreating.

“Actually, this concubine still has one more sentence. I wonder if I should say it or not?” Seeing Hui Qi’s somewhat resentful appearance, Linglong hurriedly began to suggest. Hui Qi stared at Linglong’s face and said, “Speaking of which, you have always been right. I hope that you can make a splendid name for yourself. I will definitely reward you!”

‘”Your Majesty, there’s actually another way to obtain information. For example, at the banquet, you can put one of your men into the banquet.” Hui Qi’s eyebrows suddenly lit up.

Hui Ye was very careful. To get to the Seventh Prince’s Manor and not know his identity, he naturally needed a very smart person …

But Huiqi will arrange it.

Seeing that Hui Qi was full of worries, Linglong hurriedly bid her farewell, feeling as if the sunlight above her had lost its warmth.

Qin’er was still waiting outside when she saw Linglong walk out and greet her from afar. She held Linglong’s hand and said, “Your Highness, can you go back now?”

“Let’s go back.” Linglong seemed to lack interest. The suggestion just now was just a little cleverness. She hoped that Huiqi would not think that her little cleverness was a little cleverness, but a kind of intelligence. At least, it was for the sake of the government. If it backfired, she would also be implicated.

When Linglong returned to Yunluan Palace, she felt extremely tired and lazy. She pulled down the curtains and instructed, “If anyone comes over today, there is no need to welcome them. This palace is extremely tired.”

Qin’er naturally knew that she was tired, not tired from her body, so she didn’t dare to go against Linglong’s intentions, so she closed the curtain thoughtfully and went to the second door to deliver a message. Linglong removed all the decorations on her hand. Looking around, this place was different from the Suning of Empress Kunde Palace. It was different from the cold tone of Qianhe Palace. The crystal curtain foil mica fan and the glass window tortoise shell bed were all so familiar and warm. Linglong fell asleep.

Qin’er went to the kitchen and cooked food. Seeing that Linglong was still asleep, she didn’t notice that she was sleepy in spring and tired in autumn.

At this time, the two doors started to clamor, and Qin’er hurriedly went outside to take a look.

A servant said to the people outside, “Your Highness, come back at noon. Your Highness Jieyu is resting.”

Ever since Linglong returned to the palace, Chen Chongyi hadn’t come to inquire about it, so she was about to be shut out. Chen Chongyi had been out of favor for a long time. It had been a long time since these eunuchs ignored Chen Chongyi. Chen Chongyi had always been a gentle person and was about to leave after holding back her anger.

Bao Luo’s pair of jewel-like eyes looked at the servant at the door, looking like they were being devoured alive.

At this time, Qin’er came out. “What do you mean, did you speak to the Empress like this?”

The attendant was shocked, and Qin’er said, “You won’t be at the door. Go to the stable and brush the horses. Don’t ever come back.” This servant cried heaven and earth, making people look very funny.

At this time, she woke up Linglong, who was sleeping inside. Linglong drew the curtain and walked out.

“What is it?” Linglong smiled and asked. Looking at the servant kneeling on the ground begging for mercy, Qin’er who was furious and Chen Chongyi who was embarrassed, she had already guessed something. She just couldn’t understand why the servant was so arrogant when he was also born from a poor family.

“Concubine is here. Take your punishment!” Qin’er spoke out righteously and told her everything that happened just now. After hearing this, Linglong felt even more pitiful towards Chen Chongyi. She said to the servant, “Get up, I won’t punish you. Instead, I will give you a reward.”

The servant was already frightened. “I don’t dare to ask for a reward. I’d rather go to the stable to clean the horse.” It was too cheap. Chen Chongyi was already so pitiful, yet they had no regard for anyone. This made Chen Chongyi have a grudge against him. ‘”I will reward you if I say so. Go to Ning Yanliu’s place. She will treat you well so that you can know your duty as a slave. In the end, Master is the one who will teach Ning Yanliu well!” Linglong said coldly.

“Little sister, forget it, forget it. It was originally my fault. Don’t let him” Chen Chongyi was fine. She actually had to plead for mercy for this ignorant slave. Linglong felt that Chen Chongyi was pitiful, but she still didn’t agree to let him off lightly. The servant accepted the order. He knew that Ning Yanliu would lose eight lives in Ning Yanliu’s place. Now, he had no choice but to ask for more blessings.

Seeing that Linglong had dismissed the servant, Chen Chongyi’s face was filled with guilt. “Good sister, you really shouldn’t be like this-”

Linglong grabbed Chen Chongyi’s hand and said, “He thinks nothing of himself now. Big sister is always good-natured. You just need to tell him that the Empress will reply like this when she comes over.”

Linglong led Chen Chongyi into the inner hall. The two of them sat down. Just as they were passing food, Linglong still felt uneasy and apologized. Chen Chongyi made a big face.

Linglong sat in the guest seat, letting Chen Chongyi sit in the main seat. It was considered an apology. Chen Chongyi pushed back three times and finally sat there. Linglong helped Chen Chongyi and Bao Luo pick up the dishes. Only then did she notice that Bao Luo was dressed differently today.

Today, Bao Luo wore a faint green dress, brocade wrapped around her chest, and her entire body was like a delicate and beautiful guava. Her pair of beautiful phoenix eyes seemed to be capable of speaking. Her thick eyelashes flickered. Linglong hadn’t noticed Bao Luo for a long time. Bao Luo was now sixteen years old, and she looked like a woman.

“Baoluo, are you sixteen this year?” Linglong didn’t want to ask this question. When a princess or emperor reached this age in the imperial palace, she was already at the age where she should be “married”. Chen Chongyi was already hanging out with Princess Baoluo. If she sent Baoluo to a foreign country at this time, it would be akin to a calamity for Chen Chongyi.

After Linglong finished asking, Chen Chongyi came over pitifully and said, “She’s not sixteen anymore. Now she …”

Linglong already understood, and said, “Sister, open your mouth, but if you have any requests, sister will agree to it.”

Chen Chongyi felt embarrassed and looked at Linglong with embarrassment. She actually knelt on the ground with a “putong” sound, causing the brocade carpet on the ground to shake. Princess Baoluo seemed to have understood something, and she also knelt on the ground with a “putong” sound.

“Sister, hurry up and get up. What are you doing?” Linglong was shocked and hurriedly supported one of her left and right hands.

Chen Chongyi’s wrist was really skinny, almost skinny. Bao Luo was born graceful and elegant, making any man look like he wanted a kiss. She was even at the age of discussing marriage, and now she was in danger.

“Sister, if you don’t agree, sister will never be able to kneel up for the rest of her life!” Chen Chongyi rarely begged him. Hearing this, Linglong quickly pulled Chen Chongyi up. “I know what big sister means. Big sister, don’t worry. One day, big sister will definitely not let big sister be alone. Although you asked Baoluo to call me Bu Mother, I still treat Baoluo as my own daughter.” Linglong opened her mouth and said.

Only then did Chen Chongyi reluctantly stand up.

When she thought of how Chen Chongyi had just been embarrassed by the servant, she felt even more moved. Linglong held Chen Chongyi’s hand and said, “Sister, don’t tell me, sister already knows that sister wants to give Baoluo face at the Hundred Flowers Banquet, right? Sister will definitely think of a way to let Baoluo take the lead.”

Chen Chongyi wept and said, “It doesn’t matter if you take the lead or not. Sister only wants Baoluo to marry closer. It’s good that she can come back often. Sister only has this family member. You can’t be too far away from me, you can’t meet people who are unkind, you can’t …” Linglong understood Chen Chongyi’s feelings. All the mothers in the world hoped that their sweet little cotton-padded jacket would meet someone who loved her. Linglong would naturally think of a way to prevent her from going far away to get close.

‘”There are still three days left to arrange. I have to practice all of Bao Luo’s talents. At that time, it will be good …” Linglong frowned. Although Bao Luo’s talent was pretty good, it was too mediocre. The Emperor would probably forget about it. Now, he could only think of a way.

“A woman without talent is virtue. Sister doesn’t want Baoluo to be favored by others for her talent. One day, she will understand her talent. Sister just wants people to like Baoluo’s obedience and adorability. At that time, Sister will have a backer.” Chen Chongyi also had a long-term plan, Linglong knew.

‘”Sister, you must not do this. It is impossible to say that talent is virtue. Every man nowadays wants a wife with both talents and looks. Not to mention the distance, but the Emperor alone does not like a wife with both talents and looks.” Chen Chongyi nodded her head after Linglong analyzed the situation. She was shocked to find that she was thinking wrong. She had never thought of properly cultivating Baoluo’s zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting.