The Empress Arrives: Rebirth of Concubine Hua

Chapter 381: Reward for Gorgeous Clothing
Songzhi and Xiaolinzi looked at each other and dared not speak anymore.

Cao Changzai squatted down and carefully picked up the broken porcelain on the ground.

Nian Shilan took a deep breath and suppressed her emotions.

When he spoke again, there was no emotion in his voice.

“Since you are here today, and have told me these things.

I believe you have made up your mind, so why not tell us about it.

I don’t know what to do anymore.”

When Cao Changzai heard Nian Shilan asking him, he suppressed the joy in his heart and spoke quickly.

"Yes! Your Majesty is willing to listen to what I have to say, and is willing to let me give you advice.
I am very grateful! I have thought about this carefully. The gift was sent by Concubine Wan.
It must be that Concubine Li wanted to use Concubine Wan to harm the Empress!

Such a cruel person should not stay in the palace!

However, I don't know whether Lady Wan knows about this.

Or, did Concubine Wan also intend to harm the Empress and the Fourth Prince?
Only then did they deliver Lady Li's things!"

Nian Shilan nodded and motioned for Cao Changzai to continue.

Encouraged by Nian Shilan, Cao Changzai immediately said.

"But there is one thing that I cannot figure out. I wonder if Your Majesty can figure it out?"

Nian Shilan said with disdain.

"I just told you not to beat around the bush, but within a quarter of an hour you've already started to have the same problem again."

The gentle persuasion that Cao Changzai had prepared was kept in her heart.

She opened her mouth, took a deep breath, and spoke while holding her breath.

"Your Majesty, I will correct what you have taught me. What I wanted to say is,
Judging from Concubine Li's usual personality, she doesn't seem like the type of person who could come up with such a vicious trick.

There must be someone else who could use this trick to harm the Empress and the Fourth Prince.

But I dare not speak nonsense, I really don’t know who it is.”

How could Nian Shilan not think of this when she was reborn?
But Cao Changzai's words gave her a new perspective.

In the harem, the person who most wanted to kill Nian Shilan and her son was none other than that person.

Nian Shilan thought that even though she couldn't do anything to her now, she would always find a chance.

Nian Shilan took notes of everything in the little notebook in her heart.

Thinking of this, Nian Shilan echoed what Concubine Cao said.

"I didn't think of this. You are absolutely right. Lady Li doesn't seem to have such a sharp mind."

Cao Changzai was secretly proud. This way, it was a foregone conclusion that she would stand next to Concubine Hua.

Cao Changzai said again.

"Now that the matter is clear, I wonder what your Majesty is considering?"

Nian Shilan sighed, sat up straight, and spoke slowly as if he was considering something.

“I am used to being alone, but I have no idea what to do about this matter.

But someone is trying to harm me, and I'm scared and don't know what to do.

The Emperor needs to know about this matter so that he can make the decision for me."

Cao Changzai said anxiously.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me for saying so much. This matter must not be known to the Emperor!"

Nian Shilan looked confused.

"Oh? Why is that? Tell me."

Cao Changzai Road.

"Your Majesty, think carefully, Concubine Li has been favored by the Emperor since she entered the palace.

She dared to unscrupulously snatch the favor of others because the emperor did not care.

And I may say something disrespectful, but the Emperor also enjoys the competition for favor among the concubines.

The Empress looked kind and gentle, and would not care about these things. Even if the Empress knew that it was Concubine Li who borrowed Concubine Wan to do it,
It is not a good idea to tell the emperor immediately.

I know that Your Highness is favored by the Emperor, far more than Concubine Li.

But now no one was killed, and the emperor knew about it.
At most, the punishment would be demotion or something like that, which is not very severe.

When Concubine Li makes a comeback, I'm afraid her revenge will be even more severe and we will be unable to guard against it.

As the saying goes, there is a thief who can steal for a thousand days, but you can never guard against thieves for a thousand days.

In my opinion, since Concubine Li used Concubine Wan to harm the Empress and the Fourth Prince,

Why don't you just kill him once and for all! You can also use this as a warning to scare the tiger away.

To deter Noble Lady Wan and other people who are ready to make a move!"

Nian Shilan sighed inwardly. Fortunately, Cao Qinmo chose to stand on her side, whether in the last life or this life. Fortunately, she had enough capital to attract her.

"You said it lightly. This noble lady Li was conferred a title by the Emperor.

Although her family background was not outstanding, her father was also an official appointed by the imperial court.

How can it be easy to get her at once?"

Seeing that Nian Shilan gradually trusted her, Cao Changzai became complacent and became carefree.

"If your majesty is at ease, please let me handle this matter. Just consider it as a token of my appreciation."

Nian Shilan looked at Concubine Cao in front of her, who lowered her head and looked submissive, but couldn't hide a little bit of pride, and could only sneer in her heart.

Great, Cao Changzai volunteered to deal with Li Guiren, which is what I wanted most.

I don't want to give others a chance to criticize me for something that can be resolved without bloodshed.

Nian Shilan acted embarrassed, as if she couldn't bear it.

"I usually look powerful, but this kind of thing...
Well, I can't stand seeing dirty things, so I'll have you take care of it for me."

She took a closer look at how Changzai Cao was dressed today, and called Songzhi and Lidong in.

"Go and pick out two sets of new clothes that I made for the New Year that will suit Concubine Cao.

Then bring my dressing box here and let Concubine Cao pick out a few pieces of jewelry that I like.

Girls are always so frugal, as it is the festive day of the New Year.

This palace also feels uncomfortable watching this."

Songzhi and Lidong went to get their clothes and dressing boxes with confusion.

Since entering the palace, Cao Changzai has been out of favor and has to live a tight life with just a little monthly salary.

Although he had a few shops outside, he dared not spend any of his earnings.

Firstly, it was not in line with her own status, and secondly, she wanted to keep the money and save it for unexpected needs.

However, Cao Chang always wore those half-new clothes and some ordinary jewelry on weekdays.

Occasionally, the materials awarded by the empress or the jewelry awarded by the emperor were also owned by everyone in the palace.

Although she was eighteen years old, she often dressed like an old concubine, only wearing dark clothes.

But didn’t Chang Cao also love beauty?
Now, looking at the two sets of clothes made of heavy lotus brocade brought by Songzhi and Lidong and the dazzling array of dressing table of Nian Shilan, Cao Changzai's heart grew a little bit bigger.

Look, only the woman who is favored by the emperor can live a comfortable life in this palace.

But Cao Changzai took a few glances and quickly retracted her gaze. She restrained herself from looking at the jewels and gorgeous clothes.

Cao Changzai lowered her eyes and spoke in a very calm voice.

"I thank you for your kindness, but I will not accept any reward without merit.

I will wait until the day when I succeed, and then ask for your reward.”

Nian Shilan smiled indifferently and motioned Songzhi and Lidong to move two steps closer to Cao Changzai.

"This is my New Year gift to you. You don't have to refuse it, and you don't have to be nervous.

I just don’t like the people around me to dress shabbily, as if I am reluctant to spend money.

Just take it if I give it to you. You have to dress up nicely to catch the emperor's eye.

You can do what you want to do.”