Jiang Bilan felt very uncomfortable as she looked at the increasingly deserted Linzhi Palace.

Xia Tong was not hurt in the slightest by Xia Tong's fuss, but it made her lose face. Looking back now, Jiang Bilan also felt that she was a little impatient at the time. Why did she rush to Guanju Palace to search as soon as the Wei family prompted her?

Where is the palace?

It's better now. The Queen Mother scolded her for being incompetent, and even the Emperor disliked her. Compared to the glorious days when she held the Phoenix Seal, she is now just a false name.

Even Feng Yuzhen dared to step on her to ascend to the throne - just because she refused to leave with King Linjiang, the people in the palace praised her steadfastness, completely forgetting that this scandal was all caused by herself. Xia Tong

If Feng Yuzhen had not been asked to perform the dance, he would not have charmed the King of Linjiang, nor would he have made the Wei family jealous, which would have caused many troubles in the future.

As a result, the two instigators were still free, but she, the indirect victim, had lost her face. Jiang Bilan felt aggrieved and panicked just thinking about it.

Jiang Yingyue came over timidly, "Sister."

Jiang Bilan said coldly: "What are you doing here? Why don't you continue to complain about illness?"

Only now did she realize how powerful this concubine was. The whole palace was in chaos, but she had been "sick" since the Mid-Autumn Festival until now, and the turmoil outside had not affected her at all.

The storm was over and her illness suddenly recovered.

Jiang Yingyue said awkwardly: "I'm here to pay my respects to my sister."

Of course she had also heard about the Phoenix Seal being taken away, but she couldn't do much to help - she was a concubine, and although the Empress Dowager Jiang could not be said to dislike her, she did not like her that much.

It was even more difficult to speak to the emperor.

Jiang Bilan sneered: "If you want to talk about this matter, you'd better forget it."

Jiang Yingyue was disappointed, but it was hard for her to keep her expression unchanged. She sincerely helped Jiang Bilan find a way, "Sister, why don't you go and beg Xia Jieyu?"

"Her?" Jiang Bilan waved her hand, "It's good if she doesn't see my jokes."

What's more, ever since Xia Tong became pregnant with the emperor's heir, the two have almost become mortal enemies. Seeing the emperor lingering in Guanju Palace day after day, Jiang Bilan's resentment grew day by day.

Jiang Yingyue urged: "Sister, how do you know if you don't give it a try? Xia Jieyu is a soft-hearted person, and the Wei family treats her like that, and she treats Prince Linjiang well. As long as we understand it with emotion and reason, it may not be

It cannot be used for one’s own purposes.”

What she didn't say was that, based on the emperor's scheming, only someone with a temperament like Xia's would suit him - all the women in the palace were used to scheming, and it was rare to find someone who could make him relax. How could the emperor not love her more?

Of course, if such words were said to Jiang Bilan, she would be furious.

Jiang Yingyue advised: "Sister, if you don't think about yourself, you should also think about our father and mother. My aunt is already old. How many years or decades can she survive? If we don't stand up, the Jiang family will still have a foothold in the court.

Land?"

Jiang Bilan finally let out a long sigh when she thought of her family's sincere advice to her before she left the cabinet.

Xia Tongzheng, Chunlan and others were discussing the gossip about Feng Yuzhen and King Linjiang. Unexpectedly, his disciple suddenly came to report and Jiang Bilan asked to see him.

Everyone looked at each other in confusion. This noble concubine always went to the Three Treasures Palace for no reason, but she still searched the palace when she came back. How could she be so polite this time and use the word "begging"?

Naturally, Xia Tong couldn't turn her away, so he slowly called people in and asked Qiu Ju to ask for Gu Mingzhu, so that if something went wrong, she would be ready.

However, Jiang Bilan didn't look like she was looking for trouble. Although her face was pale, she was polite to Xia Tong and tried her best to smile. "My sister looks radiant and her temperament is getting more outstanding."

Xia Tong felt a little horrified that Jiang Bilan would take the initiative to praise her. It was like the sun was shining in the west!

This also made her suspect that there was fraud, so she turned sideways to let Jiang Bilan enter the house, but pressed her hands on her stomach to prevent Jiang Bilan from suddenly attacking her, so that she could protect the piece of meat in her belly.

The belly that was five or six months old was already obvious. Jiang Bilan only took a quick glance and felt sour in her heart.

She tried her best to suppress the soreness and said with a forced smile: "Although it is cold now, my sister should go out and walk more when she has free time. Don't be bored all the time. I heard from the old people that as you get to the later stage, you must not neglect exercise, otherwise you will be

There are many disadvantages to production at this time.”

Xia Tong thought that it was not because of these women that she dared not wander around. Even though Jiang Bilan was sincere in her words, she only dared to believe her. She then brought the tea with a smile and said, "Why did you come here today? How about that?"

Let me tell you and see if I can help."

The other party almost had the word "asking for help" written all over his face. She would be blind if she couldn't see it anymore.

Jiang Bilan's pale face showed a slight blush. Although she decided to sacrifice her face, this step was difficult for her - let alone asking for help from a person whose status was far lower than hers and whom she deeply hated.

After a long while, Jiang Bilan whispered: "To be honest, I hope my sister can help me get back the Phoenix Seal."

Xia Tong didn't hear clearly, "What did you say?"

This person's voice was too low, like a mosquito humming. Jiang Bilan was obviously very angry on weekdays. Could it be that she was sick today?

Jiang Bilan suspected that she was deliberately humiliating her, and she was about to have an attack subconsciously, but she had to bow her head under the eaves, so she had to endure the shame and expressed her intention again, "Sister, I know that I have offended you too much in the past, but now

I have learned my lesson and decided to change my ways. I wonder if you can help me intercede in front of His Majesty so that the Queen Mother can return the Phoenix Seal to me..."

It seems that the cold seal is her only hope.

Looking at her, Xia Tong felt somewhat sympathetic. People have to rely on something to survive. Now Jiang Bilan's favor is far away. She must regard power as the only reliable thing and must try her best to recover it - otherwise she will not be respectful.

Jianggui came to ask Xia Tong for help.

Xia Tong was actually happy to sell her a favor, but the Feng Yin matter was too big, and Xia Tong didn't think she had enough face to persuade the emperor - let alone the queen mother.

She sighed: "I understand your empress's suffering, but please forgive me for my helplessness."

Although the Wei family was the one who started it, Jiang Bilan was just used as a weapon, but the Empress Dowager Jiang had already been punished, so she was expected to take back her life?

Jiang Bilan, as her biological niece, couldn't persuade her, let alone Xia Tong.

She was about to order someone to see off the guests, but Jiang Bilan hurriedly grabbed her hand and said: "Sister, you can definitely do it. With His Majesty's love for you and the weight of the emperor's heir in your belly... I just need you to say something for me.

Just one word, and I promise not to bother you again."

Xia Tong was still hesitating.

Jiang Bilan looked at her calm face, gritted her teeth, and slowly knelt down against the cold floor tiles.

Xia Tong frowned and said, "Empress, what are you doing?" She couldn't bear such a big gift.

When the order came to help the distinguished guest, Jiang Bilan knelt stubbornly on the ground, her skirt spread out like a meandering flower that was about to wither, "If you don't agree, I won't get up."

Xia Tong:……

Naked moral kidnapping.

It seems that Jiang Bilan is really willing to go all out. It should be noted that if anyone sees her like this, they will only think that she has no dignity, and the dignity of the Jiang family and the aura of a noble concubine that she has maintained for a long time will be shattered.

Xia Tong had no choice but to relent, as she was still afraid of losing her life.

Jiang Bilan then struggled to get up from the ground, and said with tears of gratitude: "Sister, I will definitely remember your kindness in my heart."

Xia Tong suddenly regretted that he had agreed too quickly. He should have taken the opportunity to collect a large thank you gift. It was too late to change his mind now.

However, she doesn't guarantee success, so it's better not to take advantage of others' shortcomings.

When the emperor came over in the evening, Xia Tong told him Jiang Bilan's purpose of coming, and gave him some tactful advice. He felt that it was best for Jiang Bilan to keep the seal. After all, she was old, and many others were not as skilled as her.

Jiang Bilan is the first of the four concubines, so it is natural for her to hold the Phoenix Seal on her behalf. There must be a backbone in the palace so that others will not easily cause chaos.

"Is this what she taught you?" Liu Zhang glanced at her.

Xia Tong:……

Someone noticed it so quickly, but she had to carry it for most of the day.

Sure enough, she is not suitable for these literary words.

Liu Zhang pinched her face and said, "You have a soft ear. You listen to what others say. She regards you as a thorn in her flesh, and you still speak for her. How can there be a fool like you in the world?"

Xia Tong said: "That would hurt her heart and nail her eyes. I have nothing to lose."

Liu Zhang: ...That's right.

Seeing that he didn't say a word, Xia Tong hugged the emperor's strong arms and acted coquettishly, "Okay, it's just one sentence."

She saw that Jiang Bilan was sleeping uneasily because of the piece of food that was printed in heaven. If she didn't resolve the matter, Xia Tong was afraid that she would never be done with him. Once a woman goes crazy, it is very powerful. Princess Wei is an example.

Liu Zhang had always loved her coquettish demeanor the most, and would surrender automatically every time she said a few soft words, but this time his immunity was extremely strong. He patted Xia Tong on the shoulder, "It doesn't matter what I said, it still depends on the Queen Mother."

mean."

Xia Tong was confused, "Isn't the Queen Mother the imperial concubine's biological aunt? Why would she be unwilling?"

"You don't understand this," Liu Zhang said with a smile, "How can it be comfortable to hold power in your own hands when it is controlled by others? If the imperial concubine still holds the Phoenix Seal, the Queen Mother will have to live by her face, even if she is her direct aunt and nephew.

, how can we avoid the estrangement? It is different when the Queen Mother holds the Phoenix Seal herself. Not only the concubines and concubines, but also the concubines in the palace have to compete to please. Which one do you think the Queen Mother would prefer? "

Facts have proved that a good mother is better than a son, but the emperor was not too affectionate and went to the Ningshou Palace in person, but the Empress Dowager Jiang still declined. Although she cherished her niece, she had to pay attention to business matters. The niece made such a serious mistake.

How could we not teach her a lesson?

At that time, Concubine Wen De, Concubine Xu Xian and others were sitting around the Empress Dowager Jiang. One was beating her legs and squeezing her shoulders, while the other was serving her tea and water and telling jokes. They all competed to please her, hoping that the Empress Dowager would hand over the Phoenix Seal to them.

Custody - The four concubines are of the same rank. Whoever can obtain this honor will naturally be superior and one step closer to the throne of queen.

Empress Dowager Chiang is enjoying the treatment like the stars above the moon, not to mention how comfortable she feels. Who can imagine that there will be such a glorious time in her twilight years?

When the new emperor ascended the throne, the Jiang family contributed a lot, but the Empress Dowager Jiang handed over the Phoenix Seal to her niece out of kindness, and retreated to the background with peace of mind. Now that she had finally made a turnaround, she would not let it go easily.
Chapter completed!