Poor those concubines who had come from afar, now they could only watch enviously as others reunited with their families.
When the news reached Huifang Courtyard, Lin Wanyi was so happy that her dimples deepened.
"This imperial decree is truly like a timely rain. It will ease the longing for home!"
"Yes, but I'm not the only one; I believe everyone is very happy."
After all, for the consorts to meet their family members, there were two main reasons: either they were pregnant and about to give birth, or they held high ranks and could summon family members according to palace rules.
However, not many could meet both criteria.
Therefore, this news was a great relief for everyone.
The next day, when Eunuch Qin came personally, Lin Wanyi's eyes were bright with joy.
"Eunuch Qin An wishes the young lady good fortune."
"No need for courtesy, Eunuch Qin."
"I believe the young lady knows about the arrangement for family members to enter the palace, so I came today to ask which family member will be visiting from your residence. The Internal Affairs Department needs to make a registration, so we can arrange for your family to come."
"Thank you for your reminder, Eunuch Qin. It will be my mother, Lady Lin Dong."
Eunuch Qin nodded and replied with a smile, "I understand. We will make appropriate arrangements, so you can rest assured."
Lin Wanyi, eager to see her family, originally didn't intend to ask, but thinking it wouldn't hurt to inquire, she spoke up.
"Eunuch Qin, may I ask when my family will be entering the palace?"
"Starting from the day after tomorrow, they can gradually enter the palace. However, since your status is still not very high, you may need to wait a couple more days."
"That's fine, as long as my mother can come to the palace. I don't mind waiting three to five more days."
Lin Wanyi knew that everything in the harem was done according to rank.
For instance, when family members entered the palace, the first to arrive would certainly be Lin Guifei's family.
There would likely be a couple from Ronghe Hall and the West Wing as well.
As for her own family, as long as her mother could come, she would be satisfied.
After chatting with Eunuch Qin for a bit longer, Lin Wanyi had someone see him off.
Once he left, she quickly instructed, "Hurry! Prepare some things. Pack a small jar of peach honey for my mother to taste, and also make some of that osmanthus cake she loves. And take back some of that lean meat jerky you made last time; my brother and father can try it too."
Lin Wanyi kept adding things to the list as she remembered them, making Chunqi and Xia'an, who were standing nearby, chuckling lightly.
"My lady, are you planning to have us prepare all the food? Even if we could make it, the Madam wouldn't be able to carry so much."
Hearing this, Lin Wanyi sighed.
"Yes, having my mother enter the palace is already a great blessing. I can't possibly have a whole entourage of maids and servants coming along."
And on her own, she certainly couldn't carry so much.
Thus, she had to abandon the thought.
Every day she looked forward to the day she could see her mother again.
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The Noble Consort is the most favored in the harem
Historical FictionAuthor: 三只鳄梨 Translator: Me (XiaoBai) 贵妃娘娘宠冠后宫 The legitimate daughter of the Prime Minister's household, Lin Wanyi, is renowned for her beauty and exceptional talents. However, to secure her safety and livelihood, she has always been cautious and d...