The Noble Consort is the most favored in the harem

Chapter 57 - Ying Pin is Pregnant

In the face of this great joy, who would care about Chu Daying now? Even Yi Fei, who had intended to plead for her, was quite upset at the moment. Ying Pin, who appeared so delicate, had surprisingly kept her composure, waiting until her pregnancy was stable before revealing it. She was indeed a thoughtful person.

Looking at Lin Guifei again, her expression of surprise seemed rather feigned.

After so many years of palace intrigue, she and Lin Guifei understood each other very well.

What was this scene about? Was it to force Ying Pin to reveal her pregnancy?

Or was it to use her to elevate Lin Wanyi's status? Watching Lin Guifei's every move carefully, she was somewhat puzzled.

"Hurry, send Ying Pin back to her Yaoyue Palace, and Lin Daying too. She fell into the water and was frightened while saving Ying Pin, so the imperial physician should check on her as well."

With one sentence, Lin Guifei shifted everyone's attention back to Lin Daying.

Indeed, anyone who saw the scene just now would have to admit that Lin Wanyi "saved" Ying Pin.

Without her push before falling into the water, Ying Pin would likely have fallen in as well.

Not to mention, the baby might not have survived.

This rescue saved two lives.

Ying Pin, still unconscious, was sent back to Yaoyue Palace by Lin Guifei's order.

Lin Wanyi, wrapped in Chunqi and Xia'an's outer garments, was soaked and shivering with cold.

Although it was summer, the lake water wasn't icy.

But Lin Wanyi had a cold constitution and was very afraid of the cold. Now, dripping wet, she was naturally uncomfortable.

Seeing her lips trembling, Lin Xingzhi wanted to carry her to change into dry clothes, but Lin Wanyi stopped him.

"Brother, this is the palace. Although we are siblings, we must observe propriety. Remember, don't ruin the hard-won future with a moment of impulse!"

"Qianqian!"

The siblings didn't even have time to say much before Lin Wanyi was taken away to Yihua Palace by Lin Guifei's order.

Watching her being helped away by the maids, Lin Xingzhi clenched his fists.

Even after falling into the water, his sister was still concerned about his future, which truly broke his heart.

Future!

Future!

Yes, if he were like the Fourth Prince or the Marquis of the Northwest, would his sister still be bullied in the harem?

Impossible! Look at Lin Guifei standing proudly beside the emperor.

They were both daughters of the Lin family. Why could she stand at the highest place, dressed in splendid clothes, chatting happily with the noblewomen?

While his sister was just a lowly Daying, falling into the water and being pointed at.

Wasn't it because she had a powerful grandmother and the support of Prince Zhan's Mansion? Thinking of this, Lin Xingzhi made a firm decision.

Although Lin Guifei was annoyed by the disruption of the feast, she had to quickly clean up the mess.

"The supporting stakes under Qingyuan were probably corroded by the lake water for a long time, becoming rotten, which almost harmed the two sisters. I will order the Internal Affairs Division to inspect and repair them. Fortunately, nothing serious happened, or I would be gravely at fault."

She knelt before the emperor, appearing tearful.

The emperor glanced at her and said slowly.

"There are many affairs in the harem. Lin Guifei, you have worked hard. Let's end today's matter here. Arrange carriages to send everyone back to their residences. I will go see Ying Pin."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Just as the emperor was about to leave, the Fourth Prince stopped him.

Seeing his anxious expression, the emperor remembered he hadn't finished speaking.

"Anyone from the Green Team willing to join the Imperial Guards can enter the camp immediately, starting as squad leaders."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, on behalf of those children!"

With these words, the Fourth Prince let go, and the emperor left Qingyuan with large strides. Lin Guifei and the others couldn't keep him.

Seeing Lin Xingzhi standing there soaked, she frowned but said nothing, hurrying away to arrange other matters.

The Fourth Prince, not one to stand on ceremony, walked towards the lake.

The Green Team members, all soaked, were dripping wet.

He stood before them and asked loudly.

"The emperor has granted permission. Anyone willing to join the Imperial Guards can start as squad leaders. Who among you wants to join?"

The Fourth Prince didn't force anyone but spoke in a consultative tone, making everyone feel somewhat flattered.

While others were still thinking, Lin Xingzhi stepped forward first.

"Thank you, Fourth Prince, for not looking down on me. Lin Xingzhi from the Prime Minister's residence is willing to join the Imperial Guards and serve the Wei Dynasty!"

His face was resolute, his eyes firm, and his voice clear.

The Fourth Prince was very satisfied and helped him up, saying.

"Good, Prime Minister Lin has such a grandson. I hadn't heard of you before."

Lin Xingzhi remained silent.

Thinking of the main branch's obscurity and his sister's struggles in the harem, he had never been more determined.

Seeing his attitude, Jiang Huanqing also knelt on one knee.

"Fourth Prince, Jiang Huanqing from the Earl of Rongchang's residence is also willing to join the Imperial Guards and serve Wei!"

"Good, another fine young man!"

Jiang Huanqing's situation was no better than Lin Xingzhi's.

Rather than living aimlessly in Shengjing, he preferred to take a chance! Seeing their determination, most of the Green Team members also knelt, expressing their willingness to join the Imperial Guards.

The Fourth Prince laughed heartily.

"I knew I wasn't wrong! All good! All good!"

Thus, after the dragon boat race, the Green Team became the ultimate winner.

Not only did they win the race, but many also joined the Imperial Guards.

Compared to the Northwest Army, which fought deadly battles with foreign enemies, the peaceful days in the Central Plains made the nobles see the Imperial Guards as a good place for training.

No life-threatening danger, and a bright future for their careers. Why not?

So, the news of these dozen people joining the Imperial Guards spread quickly.

In the Prime Minister's residence, the first to receive the news was Princess Rongkang.

"I didn't expect this eldest son to be so perceptive, gaining favor with the Fourth Prince. Even I couldn't have stopped him."

The second wife, Madam Wang, sitting below, was quite agitated.

"If the main branch rises because of this, wouldn't it be dangerous? Not to mention, life in the palace for Zhou Jie'er might become difficult. If she can't suppress Lin Wanyi, wouldn't we have sent a disaster into the palace? Mother-in-law, what should we do?"

"Why panic?"

Princess Rongkang, sitting calmly on the couch, seemed not worried at all.