SFS Chapter 324 Lobbying 2
Chapter 324 Lobbying 2
Such a risky and daring method does not seem like something that Zhen Huan, who is always cautious and calm, would come up with. Instead, it seems like the idea of An Lingrong, who is meticulous and decisive.
"This doesn't seem like my sister's usual style. Are you being asked to do this?"
Noticing Qi Yuebin's gaze, Zhen Huan remained calm. She gently picked up the silk handkerchief on the table and wiped the corners of her mouth gracefully.
"How could that be? Since I entered the palace, the Queen Mother has taken a lot of care of me, and I must remember it in my heart. Not only me, but sister, weren't you also favored by the Queen Mother in the past? The Queen Mother loves the six palaces so much, so we must do our best to consider her, right?" Zhen Huan answered calmly, with a sincere expression on her face. She raised her chin slightly, and looked at Qi Yuebin frankly without the slightest avoidance.
We are all wanderers in this world, so come and do it with me!
"Your sister's sincerity towards the Queen Mother has touched me as a sister. I wonder what you plan to do?"
"Although I want to show my filial respect to the Queen Mother, I am powerless and my words are not influential enough. I still need your help, sister!"
Qi Yuebin became interested: "Oh, how can I help?"
"My sister comes from a family of military commanders. Even though her grandfather and father died for their country, their heroic deeds are admired by everyone. The Fourteenth Master is serving the late Emperor in Jingshan. It's lonely and cold there, and I imagine he misses the Emperor. If his words of longing could reach the Emperor, he would surely appreciate the brotherly bond."
Zhen Huan's voice was soft but clear, and each word was spoken slowly and unhurriedly.
Her words clearly meant that the Fourteenth Master would harbor resentment in Jingshan, and asked her to use her family connections to convey the resentment to the Emperor.
Qi Yuebin narrowed her eyes, secretly weighing the pros and cons. Deep down, she harbored a long-held grudge against the Queen Mother and knew this was the perfect opportunity to bring her down in one fell swoop. However, she was cautious by nature, preferring to remain hidden, watching the various factions clash and fight, waiting for the situation to become clear before staking out her own interests.
"It doesn't seem to do me any good."
"If there is no benefit, sister won't do it?" Zhen Huan raised her eyes and moved forward slightly. Her tone was still gentle, but there was a hint of questioning in her words.
Seeing that she still didn't speak, Zhen Huan was already a little angry. "Sister, don't you think that your peaceful life of enjoying tea and flowers in a secluded corner just happened out of thin air? The Queen Mother is the Queen's backer. As long as the Queen Mother is there, the Queen's position is as stable as a rock. Sister, you are extremely intelligent. I believe I don't need to explain the pros and cons of this matter."
Qi Yuebin stopped talking, put down his teacup and began to think.
Only then did Zhen Huan turn her gaze away from her and leisurely look at the decorations in the palace.
In the main hall, a string of wind chimes tinkled, a jigsaw puzzle lay cluttered on the table, and a half-worn stuffed duck lay on the couch. Looking out through the carved window lattice, a small swing swayed in the breeze, adding a touch of vitality to the courtyard.
These are all toys that little girls like.
Seeing that she remained silent for a long time, Zhen Huan frowned. She was such a difficult person. If it didn't involve her own interests, it would be difficult to persuade her.
In that case, don't blame yourself for resorting to unscrupulous means!
"Why isn't Princess Wen Yi here?"
Speaking of Wen Yi, Qi Yuebin came back to his senses: "The heat has dissipated a little now, she and a few maids went to fly kites!"
Zhen Huan pointed to a piece of paper on the small table and said, "Is this Princess Wen Yi's handwriting?"
Qi Yuebin nodded.
"Although the handwriting is immature, it exudes a sense of spirit and is quite delicately structured. This is all thanks to my sister's careful education."
Hearing her praise, Qi Yuebin's smile grew more genuine. "My dear sister, you are too kind. It's just that I asked her to write a few words. Speaking of children, just look at Princess Longyue and you will know that the baby in your belly will be as considerate and lovable as you."
"Then I'll borrow your good words, sister!"
Zhen Huan said this, then looked at Qi Yuebin and asked with concern, "I think you seem to have lost some weight. Are you tired from taking care of the princess?"
"It's nothing, it's just hot and I can't eat!"
"The Emperor entrusted Wen Yi to my sister, showing his trust and appreciation for her. However, if I exhaust myself caring for the princess, wouldn't that be a betrayal of the Emperor's kindness? I would also feel uneasy. After all, it was me who suggested to the Emperor that you take care of the princess. If you are not well, how can you protect the princess? The Emperor, with his loving fatherly heart, will definitely not sit idly by!"
Hearing her words, Qi Yuebin's expression instantly became unnatural, his eyes flickered slightly, and he subconsciously clenched the silk handkerchief in his hand, his fingers turning slightly white due to the force.
After a moment, she took a deep breath, raised her head, and put on a gentle smile again on her face, but her tone was slightly distant: "Sister is right, I will take good care of myself and will not let the emperor and sister down!"
"Sister is very smart, so of course I believe her!"
After Zhen Huan finished speaking, she looked at the other words on the small table and exclaimed in admiration, "The handwriting reflects the person. It shows that the princess is smart and thoughtful. The concubines in the palace are all envious of your good fortune!"
Qi Yuebin's heart was boiling with anger. He took a deep breath, tried to keep his expression calm, and coldly spat out two words: "Xi Fei."
Zhen Huan raised her head, her face still smiling, as if she was unaware of the sudden coldness: "Sister, why are you so polite?"
Qi Yuebin snorted coldly: "This was Concubine Wen's idea, right?"
Zhen Huan's smile did not fade. She shook her head slightly and looked at Qi Yuebin with a firm gaze: "It doesn't matter. The three of us will prosper together and suffer together."
"Didn't you ever doubt her?"
The smile on Zhen Huan's face instantly disappeared, replaced by a stern expression. She even changed her address: "Empress Duan, what do you mean by this?"
Qi Yuebin leaned forward slightly, her eyes locked with Zhen Huan's. Her voice was low, but every word was clear and powerful: "She knows about Huan Yixiang, Chun Yuan's old clothes, and even knows that you look like Queen Chun Yuan. She knows everything about this palace. She's an expert at manipulating people's hearts. Even the Queen Mother was manipulated by her. Don't you find it strange?"
Every time a palace secret was mentioned, an indescribable complex light would flash across Qi Yuebin's eyes, showing deep fear, strong doubt, and even a subtle hint of provocation.
Zhen Huan raised her chin slightly and said proudly, "So what?"
Qi Yuebin took a step forward, closing the distance between them. "Have you never doubted her true identity? Think about it, these confidential matters, even I might not be able to fully understand them. She, a woman who grew up in Jiangnan, knows them so thoroughly. Do you think there's no hidden agenda behind this?"