Regardless of Yang Cefei's speculations, they didn't affect Fang Yun at all.
With occasional support from the Crown Princess and no one else in the rear court competing for favor, Fang Yun lived comfortably for the next few days.
She and He Liangdi essentially shared Pei Yao's attention.
However, Fang Yun was favored more, seeing Pei Yao about five times out of ten, with the Crown Princess taking the remaining share.
On the first and fifteenth of each month, it was customary to visit the main courtyard.
But in reality, Fang Yun spent the most time with Pei Yao, more than the Crown Princess and He Liangdi combined.
Seeing Pei Yao meant dining, drinking tea, and chatting, which counted, but he almost always stayed overnight with Fang Yun.
This drove He Liangdi mad with jealousy.
She desperately wanted to have a child, but it wasn't something she could achieve alone.
So every time she saw Pei Yao, she tried her best to keep him.
But there's a saying: "Too much eagerness can backfire."
He Liangdi's desperation made Pei Yao uncomfortable.
He still visited Jinxiu Pavilion, but increasingly in the mornings, leaving after lunch, citing afternoon duties.
Fang Yun found this amusing when the maids told her.
Indeed, being too eager can lead to rejection.
Being proactive requires skill.
One evening, after being proactive, Fang Yun casually complained about the heat, which Pei Yao took to heart.
"The Emperor isn't planning to go to Anlu Villa to escape the heat this year, but I have a villa in the suburbs. We can go there for a short stay, maybe half a month."
Fang Yun, exhausted and sleepy, perked up immediately.
Propping herself up beside Pei Yao, her eyes sparkled.
"Is that true, Your Highness?"
"Why would I lie to you?"
Seeing her childlike excitement, Pei Yao couldn't help but smile.
Twisting a lock of her hair around his finger, he said softly, "But I haven't been there in a while. I'll need to send word to prepare it, and inform the Crown Princess. It will take three or four days to get ready."
"No problem, I'm willing to wait," Fang Yun replied eagerly, her eyes shining.
Going outside the palace is certainly appealing.
No matter how large the Eastern Palace is, walking around still feels limited. Saying you don't want to go somewhere new is just a lie.
At least, Fang Yun couldn't do it.
"You want to go that much?" Pei Yao raised an eyebrow.
Fang Yun nodded eagerly, then pressed her cheek to Pei Yao's palm, pouting.
"I'm always either at Biluo Pavilion or Wutong Garden. The palace gardens are only so big, with just a few people around. I just want to go out and relax a bit."
"Oh? Tired of living here and seeing the same people?" Pei Yao teased, pretending to be angry.
Fang Yun could tell the Crown Prince was flirting, so she smiled sweetly and kissed Pei Yao's cheek.
"Not at all. I'd love to be with you every day. I'm speaking from my heart."
She placed her hand over her heart, looking sincere.
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The Beloved Concubine of the Eastern Palace (book 2)
RomanceAuthor: Huatang Xiuge Translator: Me (Xiaobai) 东宫掌娇 Upon entering the Eastern Palace, Fang Yun lived cautiously, burdened by the label of a substitute bride and daughter of a traitor. She knew well that, as a daughter of low birth, she had been cas...
