EBE Chapter 506 [The Legend of Zhen Huan 41]
Chapter 506 [The Legend of Zhen Huan 41]
In Yikun Palace, Nian Shilan heard the news that the emperor was going to disband the harem, and she couldn't help but feel an indescribable excitement in her heart.
Songzhi saw that Concubine Hua looked unusual, and asked worriedly, "My queen, what's wrong with you? Don't be sad!"
Nian Shilan raised the corners of her mouth slightly, a strange light flashed in her eyes, and she said softly: "Why should I be sad? Perhaps this is a new beginning for me."
Songzhi looked at Concubine Hua with a puzzled look on her face and asked cautiously, "Your Majesty, do you really not mind? The Emperor wants to disband the harem!"
Nian Shilan sneered and said, "Humph, why not? I have long been tired of the fighting and restraints in this palace. It may not be a bad thing to be able to leave the palace now."
Songzhi said worriedly, "But...but, Madam, how are you going to live after you leave the palace? You are used to the luxury of the palace, and the outside world may not be suitable for you."
Nian Shilan said with a firm look, "I believe I can adapt to life outside the palace. Besides, my brother and sister-in-law will definitely take good care of me. They have always been my strongest support."
Songzhi still said with some uneasiness: "But, Madam, people may point fingers and make irresponsible remarks about your leaving the palace."
Nian Shilan smiled slightly and said confidently: "I don't care about those gossips. I just want to live my own wonderful life."
Song Zhi hesitated for a moment, and then said, "But...but, Madam, if you really leave the palace, will you miss everything in the palace? After all, this was once your home."
Nian Shilan's eyes softened and she said softly, "Although my life in the palace made me happy, it also brought me endless pain and suffering. Perhaps life outside the palace will allow me to find true happiness again."
Songzhi nodded and said, "My queen, since you have made up your mind, then make good preparations. Life after leaving the palace will surely be full of hope and beauty."
Nian Shilan smiled and nodded, and she began to look forward to a new life in the future. Although the unknown road may be full of challenges, she firmly believes that she can face it bravely and find her own path to happiness.
The next day, Nian Shilan came to the Yangxin Palace early in the morning. When she saw the emperor coming, she immediately bowed and stated her purpose - she wanted to leave the palace. Yinzhen never expected that Nian Shilan would be the first one to come to him, and he couldn't help feeling a little guilty. After all, he used Huanyixiang to destroy Nian Shilan's body and made her infertile, so he couldn't help but feel a little guilty. So Yinzhen decided to give Nian Shilan more compensation, and issued an order on the spot to confer Nian Shilan the title of Princess Pingyang and give her rich property.
Yinzhen looked at Nian Shilan and asked softly, "If Princess Pingyang wants to marry again, I can grant you a marriage."
Nian Shilan took a deep look at the emperor, her eyes full of disappointment and sadness. She said slowly: "Your Majesty, our years of affection are ultimately no match for the first meeting with the queen. You have really taken great pains for the queen!"
"I have never loved anyone before, everything was just for the sake of interests. But the queen is different, she is the only person I want to treat sincerely in my life." Yinzhen explained.
"Then I sincerely wish that the emperor and the empress live happily together and give birth to a prince as soon as possible." Nian Shilan said lightly, then turned and left the Yangxin Palace.
The other people in the harem were shocked when they heard the news. They didn't expect Hua Fei to be so bold and be the first to go to the Yangxin Palace to ask for an order. What surprised them even more was that the emperor not only agreed to Hua Fei's request, but also granted her the title of Princess and allowed her to enjoy the royal salary.
After hearing this, Concubine Jing rushed to the Yangxin Palace with her maid without hesitation. She knew that the opportunity was fleeting, and if she didn't seize it, she might miss it. When Concubine Jing arrived at the Yangxin Palace, she saw the emperor handling government affairs with a serious expression. She took a deep breath and mustered up the courage to salute the emperor.
The emperor looked at Concubine Jing, smiled slightly, and motioned her to stand up and speak. Concubine Jing spoke carefully: "Your Majesty, you said before that concubines with children can follow their children out of the palace, right? My concubine Wen Yi is still young, but I am willing to accompany Wen Yi to live in the princess's mansion."
The emperor nodded slightly, indicating his agreement with Concubine Jing's words. After thinking for a moment, he slowly said, "In that case, then confer the title of Princess Heshuo Jinghe on Wen Yi. After the Princess's Mansion is built, you can move out of the palace and live there."
After hearing this, Concubine Jing was so excited that she immediately knelt down to express her gratitude: "Your Majesty, I thank you!" The emperor smiled and waved his hand, motioning her to stand up.
At the same time, Concubine Xin also learned the news. She thought, she also had a princess, why not give it a try? So she hurried to the Yangxin Palace. After seeing the emperor, Concubine Xin bowed respectfully and expressed her thoughts.
The emperor was not stingy and also granted Concubine Xin the title of Princess Heshuo Jingmin. Concubine Xin was grateful and thanked him repeatedly. Afterwards, she left the Yangxin Palace contentedly, looking forward to the future life outside the palace with her daughter.
Concubine Qi also went to the Yangxin Palace right after Concubine Xin.
Concubine Qi entered the Yangxin Palace, bowed, and sat aside. She looked at Yinzhen, her eyes flashing with anticipation and nervousness. She said softly, "Your Majesty, as the eldest son, what plans do you have for the Third Prince?"
Yinzhen frowned, stared at Concubine Qi with sharp eyes, and said in a cold tone: "Concubine Qi, are you testing my feelings? Do you plan to leave the palace with Hongshi, or do you have other plans?"
Concubine Qi's heart tightened, but she still mustered up the courage to say: "Your Majesty, Hongshi is the eldest son after all. I hope he can stay in the palace and inherit the throne in the future."
Yinzhen sneered and said, "Concubine Qi, do you want me to make the Third Prince the Crown Prince? Just give up on this idea! The Third Prince is not suitable to be the Crown Prince. He does not have the ability and wisdom. I have decided that the Third Prince can only be an idle prince and enjoy a rich life. Now, I give you two choices. First, you can follow the Third Prince out of the palace and build a mansion; second, the Third Prince will be adopted by the royal family, and you will return to your mother's home. Please think about it carefully."
When Concubine Qi heard these words, her face turned pale and tears welled up in her eyes. She trembled her lips and said with difficulty: "Your Majesty... I... I choose to leave the palace with Hongshi." After saying this, she lowered her head and tears rolled down her cheeks.
"Okay, it's good that Concubine Qi has this awareness. The third prince Hongshi will be named Prince Xuanjun. When the prince's palace is built, you can leave the palace with him." Yinzhen said.
"Your Majesty, I thank you." Concubine Qi knelt down excitedly to express her gratitude. She did not expect that the emperor would value Hongshi so much and directly confer the title of Prince on him. Although it was a pity that he was not a prince, it was already very good.
Moreover, the emperor specifically mentioned Hongshi's palace, indicating that he had considered Hongshi's living arrangements after leaving the palace. This made Concubine Qi feel very relieved, and also made her more determined to teach Hongshi well.
Concubine Qi was filled with joy and gratitude. This title was an honor for Hongshi and a recognition of his growth and efforts. Concubine Qi knew that all this was due to the emperor's favor and trust, so she felt deeply honored.
At the same time, she also understood that this meant that Hongshi would leave the palace and start an independent life. Although she was a little reluctant, she also hoped that Hongshi could thrive in the new environment and show his talents and abilities.
Concubine Qi decided to face the future with a positive attitude, support Hongshi's development, and look forward to his greater achievements in life. She believed that under the emperor's care, Hongshi would be able to become an excellent prince and contribute to the court. As a mother, she would also silently support and encourage Hongshi and accompany him every step of the way.
After hearing the news, An Da Ying's heart was also moved. She felt that this might be an opportunity, an opportunity to change her fate. So, she also decided to go to the Yangxin Palace to plead with the emperor.
In the Yangxin Palace, An Lingrong stood respectfully in front of the emperor and said softly, "I dare to ask for mercy. I want to leave the palace, but I don't want to go home. I have an old mother at home. She is in poor health, especially blind. I am very worried. I hope the emperor can let me take my mother to the capital so that I can take care of her."
After hearing this, the emperor pondered for a moment, thinking that this was just a trivial matter, so he nodded and agreed: "Approved. I will grant you a mansion and confer you the title of Anhe County Lady. When the time comes, you can take your mother to live in the county lady's mansion and take good care of her."
Hearing the emperor's gift, An Lingrong was filled with gratitude and knelt down to thank him: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your great grace!" She knew that this opportunity was hard to come by and was filled with gratitude. At the same time, she also understood that only by striving to seize every opportunity could she change her destiny. This grace of leaving the palace was undoubtedly a major turning point in her life.