The Noble Consort is the most favored in the harem

Chapter 60 - The Newly Promoted Concubine

The emperor isn't coming tonight, and it's obvious why. There's a new consort in the palace who is pregnant, so he naturally needs to comfort her.

So, with a good temper, she replied.

"Please tell His Majesty that everything is fine here, and that he should prioritize Ying Fei."

"You're very considerate, My Lady. I understand."

As he was about to leave, he stopped, as if remembering something, and said.

"By the way, Chu Guiren has been demoted to the rank of 'Da Ying' and ordered to move to the side hall of Changning Palace, leaving the rear hall vacant. Your current rank is sufficient; would you like to move there?"

With one promotion and one demotion, Yihua Palace was indeed lively.

Chu Daying's demotion didn't bring Lin Wanyi any joy or sorrow.

As long as her father continued to serve the Wei Dynasty, the matter of restoring her rank was only a matter of time.

For now, it was just a temporary setback.

She wasn't foolish enough to seek trouble with Chu Daying.

"I've grown accustomed to living in Xianyi Hall. Moving around while recovering from illness is troublesome. Thank you for your kind offer, Eunuch Dong."

Dong Yuzhong smiled, knowing that Lin Wanyi would respond this way.

In the palace, it's always better to ask one more question.

"In that case, I'll inform the head of the Inner Court to only manage Changning Palace."

After saying this, he slowly retreated and left.

Outside, Qiu Ming and Xiao Luzi were on guard, one preparing medicine and the other watching the door, ensuring no one could take advantage of the situation.

Chunqi and Xia'an lifted the bed curtains and hung them properly, with Chunqi's excitement clearly visible on her face.

"My Lady, you've become a 'Changzai'? I remember that Du Changzai had been in the palace for several years before being promoted during the New Year. I didn't expect your promotion to be so smooth! Truly blessed by the Buddha!"

She was in a great mood, and her previous displeasure about Ying Fei's pregnancy had turned into gratitude.

"Among the newly promoted consorts, besides Ming Changzai, it's just you, My Lady. It's indeed a great joy."

Xia'an was also happy, though her emotions were not as outwardly expressed as Chunqi's.

Lin Wanyi, however, wasn't as pleased.

A tall tree catches the wind.

Moreover, Lin Guifei was still watching from above.

Her promotion was a good thing for the main branch, but she feared that the West Wing would find ways to trouble her mother, which would be problematic.

"Please call Eunuch Qiu in."

"Yes."

Qiu Ming followed Xia'an in and respectfully greeted her.

"My Lady, what are your orders?"

"Eunuch Qiu, since entering the palace, I haven't been able to contact my family. I'm worried my mother might fall ill from longing. Do you have any way to send a message out?"

Lin Wanyi could have asked Madam Fan from the Silk Treasury to help send a letter, but she felt it was better to use this option sparingly.

No one in the palace knew about her relationship with Madam Fan, and she didn't want to cause any trouble.

So she turned to Qiu Ming.

Qiu Ming had served in front of the emperor and knew more about palace affairs than she did.

Most importantly, by involving him, she left a record with Eunuch Dong, which could help her prove her innocence if anyone tried to cause trouble in the future.

After thinking for a moment, Qiu Ming respectfully replied.

"Every month, the Inner Court has errands that require going out of the palace. If you just want to send a message home, you can ask Eunuch Qin to arrange it. It would be more appropriate than doing it ourselves."

Lin Wanyi had initially planned this, but it was better to hear it from Qiu Ming.

"Good, then let Xiao Luzi handle it. Also, send some of the tea leaves the emperor rewarded me with to Eunuch Qin. He's helped us many times since I entered the palace."

"Yes, I'll arrange it right away."

After Qiu Ming left, Chunqi sighed.

"When I saw the young master today, I felt a bit sad. My Lady, we used to see him every day, but now, separated by palace walls, even sending a message is difficult."

"The red walls block the sky, the green moats lock the smoke. It's the most helpless situation."

The master and servant shared their sentiments.

But Chunqi wasn't one to dwell on sadness for long. She soon spoke with some pride.

"Hmph, let that arrogant Chu Daying see. She used to bully you, but now her rank is below yours. Let's see how she shows off now!"

Her words were straightforward, and Xia'an felt the same, though she didn't speak as quickly.

"Chu Daying isn't easy to deal with. You should be careful. Isn't she moving to a new palace? Stay indoors for a few days to avoid any trouble."

"Don't worry, My Lady. I was just speaking my mind. With Eunuch Qiu around, I wouldn't dare cause trouble!"

Chunqi glanced outside, seeing that Qiu Ming wasn't there, and lowered her voice.

"I don't want to copy the palace rules. It's a thick book, and just memorizing it gives me a headache, let alone copying it."

Lin Wanyi laughed, feeling much better.

Three days later, Changning Palace was ready.

When the servants came to move Chu Daying, she threw a huge tantrum.

Since entering the palace, nothing had gone her way.

The emperor had only summoned her once, and then seemed to forget about her.

No matter how many messages or gifts she sent to Qian'an Hall, there was no response, so she resented Lin Wanyi for gaining the emperor's favor so quickly.

Looking at the luxurious decorations of the rear hall of Yihua Palace, she was furious.

She smashed everything and cursed at Xianyi Hall (Hall of Leisure).

Her maid, Yuejian, had been sent to the Cold Palace, and Yuepei and Yuebai, after being punished, were still recovering while serving her.

But Chu Daying was always dissatisfied, often beating them.

Life was terrifying, but there was no help.

Seeing the broken porcelain, the head maid of Changning Palace, An Hui, looked on with disdain.

Another master with a bad temper and no brains.

The emperor ordered her to move, so who was she putting on a show for by smashing dishes?

If someone reported this to the emperor, did she think she would get away with it?

Ridiculous.

So she coldly said.

Translator XiaoBai: Find out what the maid said in the next chapter ~~