The Six Palaces of Favorites: The Black-bellied Emperor's Cold Concubine

Chapter 485 The Change of Elbow and Armpit (14)
Zheyue nodded and said: "According to what the empress said, Concubine Rong has nothing to do with this matter, but if that is the case, why did the emperor ground her?"

"Perhaps there is something unknown about it." The queen smiled helplessly, seeming to be a little sad, "I heard that it was Concubine Rong who begged the emperor so hard that she begged for this posthumous honor for Gu Jieyu. , but the majestic lord of the harem is not as honorable as Concubine Rong with the emperor, so what else can I hope for?"

Zheyue saw that the empress was in a low mood, and hurriedly persuaded her: "Your Majesty, don't be sad. Since ancient times, it has been said that good wives dote on concubines. Doesn't this harem have to be controlled by the Empress? For Gu Jieyu, the Empress must be in charge of the overall situation." , but, is it true that the empress will no longer investigate the cause of this matter?"

The queen thought for a while and said: "Since it has nothing to do with Concubine Rong, and someone wants to frame her, then I will not intervene for the time being, let Shu Guiyi and Concubine Rong fight, I want to see who can be better." Outperformed?"

Zheyue asked again: "Your Majesty suspects that Shu Guiyi wants to marry Concubine Rong?"

"Who else is there besides her?" The queen said firmly: "Concubine Ning seems to be respectful to me, but in fact it's just a matter of face. Concubine Rong refuses to rely on me, and concubine Ning won't be so stupid It's time to frame her and push her to Bengong's side. Concubine Ning would not do such a stupid thing of making enemies for no reason. Then who else do you think besides Shu Guiyi? Bengong is also very sad about Gu Jieyu , but if the killer sent by Xiao Hong killed her by mistake, how can I avenge her? Even if I can bear this matter, the emperor can't bear it. .”

Zheyue smiled slightly and said: "If Shu Guiyi really understands what is going to make things difficult for Concubine Rong, I'm afraid it's not just as simple as framing, there must be a good show in the future, empress, just wait and see."

Because she was going to pay homage to Gu Jieyu today, Qingchen changed into a plain silk palace dress with moonlight silver thread and white magnolia flowers, no makeup and powder, and only a few plain silver hairpins on her head.Such plain and unpretentious, but more elegant and chic.

Leading Jinxiu and Yunlan to the door, the wooden-faced Su Yue stopped them, "Madam, I know that you are going to pay homage to Gu Jieyu today, but the emperor ordered that someone will come to pick you up later." , please wait a while before going out."

Qingchen knew that he was only following orders, so he didn't make it difficult for him, but he didn't have a word with him, so he turned and went back to the yard, sitting under the shade of a tree and waiting.

Not long after, Liu An and Aunt Cheng came in to salute. They were very respectful, without the half arrogance of the servants in front of the imperial court.

Seeing that it was the two of them, Qingchen couldn't help laughing at himself: "This palace is just going to pay homage to Gu Jieyu, how dare you work with the two of them, the emperor is really 'too caring'."

Aunt Cheng seemed annoyed when she saw her, she knew the purpose of the emperor sending the two of them, she still smiled gently and calmly: "Your Majesty doesn't know, there are many rules in this palace, and there are rituals for offering sacrifices, the emperor is I'm afraid that the empress will make a mistake. If only Liu An is sent here, he is a father-in-law after all, and it would be inconvenient to serve him, so I sent slaves and maidservants to serve the empress."

Qingchen was depressed, knowing that she didn't mean that, yet he was able to speak so nicely. The people in front of the imperial court pretended to be fools, and all of them had practiced their skills very well.

Qingchen turned back and said to Yunlan, "Then let's go."

Before she could take a step here, Liu An had already blocked Yun Lan's way with an apologetic expression on her face, "Auntie, stop. The emperor said that it is enough for the concubine Rong to go to the memorial ceremony by herself, and no one else needs to go with her. Don't worry, aunt, the slave and Cheng The girl will take good care of the empress."

Yun Lan looked helplessly at Qing Chen, then heard Cheng An bow and say, "Major, please?"

Qingchen knew it was useless to talk too much, so he had to help Aunt Cheng out of the house.

There were many people gathered in Gu Jieyu's bedroom, and the deacon and eunuch shouted loudly when he saw her: "Miss Rong is here."

Qing Chen saw white curtains fluttering and white flags fluttering everywhere in Gu Jieyu's palace. In the middle of the main hall was a huge black coffin painted with gold.Cigarettes were lingering in the hall, and the huge "Dian" character pierced her eyes sorely.

Thinking back to when I came here two days ago, all the decorations that Gu Manqin likes were placed in this small flower hall. She likes bright colors, so the curtains in the room are decorated with all kinds of red, even in such a deserted season, Entering the house also feels warm and harmonious.

But now as far as the eye can see, there are only black and white, and the cold and dead colors are everywhere. Such a huge difference made her heart twitch with pain.

Qingchen arrived at the coffin with the old mother who came to greet her, took the three pillars of benzoin and bowed a few times, tears dripping down her nose when her nose was sore, "Sister Gu, Chen'er is sorry for you..."

The old mother inserted the incense candle into a gold-plated Xuande stove in front of the coffin, and then a servant handed over a glass of wine. Qingchen held the glass high with both hands, poured it lightly in front of the coffin, and said with tears: "Chen'er only wishes that sister In the next life, I will be reborn into a good family, stay away from this nine-fold palace, and live the life I want. From now on, I don’t have to look at people’s faces, and I will truly be myself. Chen’er will copy the scriptures and pray for her sister, and pray for God’s mercy.”

She wiped the corners of her eyes, not paying attention to everyone's suspicious or gloating eyes, found He Shuyi in the crowd, and walked straight to her.

He Shuyi held her hand and sighed softly: "Chen'er, I didn't expect Gu Jieyu to be so miserable. I know her death has nothing to do with you. No matter what others think, at least I believe in you."

Qingchen's heart was sour, and the tears couldn't stop pouring out, and the dripping front was full of tears, "Sister, from now on, I'm afraid that you are the only one in this deep palace that I can trust."

He Shuyi wiped her tears with a handkerchief, and said in a trembling voice: "Yes, from now on, only the two of us will rely on each other. But I don't understand, since the emperor believes in you, why does he restrain your feet?"

Taking advantage of Liu An's inattention, Qingchen secretly stuffed the note in his sleeve into He Shuyi's hand. Seeing her slightly dazed expression, he held it in the palm of his hand calmly.

"The emperor ordered me to ground my feet. I think it is because he is afraid that someone with ulterior motives will play tricks in secret. After finding out who is trying to frame me, he will naturally let me out. Don't worry, sister, I will be fine. It's just that during this time you Take care of yourself, pay more attention to everything, and don't let them take advantage of it."

Ye Hanyu's eyes were watery, and the corners of her mouth were about to shed tears, but she tried her best to endure and said: "I know, the emperor's attitude is very clear, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs must not dare to humiliate you at this time, so I can rest assured. Gu Jieyu is gone, if you make any mistake again, what will you do if you leave me alone?"

Qingchen saw that she was wearing a lotus-colored silk double nest cloud geese and plain snow silk palace dress today, the clothes were stained with tears, and the simple jade hairpins on her head were sincerely mourning for Gu Jieyu to reduce her makeup , Incomparable to others are just for a scene.

(End of this chapter)