Quick Transmigration: The Rise of a Favored Concubine

Chapter 312 Ruthless and Cruel Emperor × Runaway Palace Maid 8

Chu Yue's face paled slightly, and her voice trembled a little: "What Your Majesty says is true..."

The Empress gave the Consort a wink, and the Consort smiled and said, "What Your Majesty says makes sense, but His Majesty's opinion is still the most important."

After the imperial concubine finished speaking, she glanced at the emperor's face, and it was clear that His Majesty's expression had turned sour.

The Empress glanced at the Consort, thinking, "She certainly knows how to play the good guy, so obviously trying to please His Majesty."

"I know what I'm doing in these matters. The Empress doesn't need to say anything more. Just do your duty." The Emperor didn't want to say more.

"Your Majesty is right. I was just worried that there were only a few people in the harem, and Your Majesty had been staying with Consort Zhen. I was worried that Consort Zhen was overworked and wanted to share her burden."

Although the Empress was smiling, her words implied that Chu Yue was monopolizing the Emperor's affections.

Chu Yue stood up in fear and unease: "Your Majesty is too kind, I dare not..."

"Empress, what did Consort Zhen do wrong?" The Emperor's face was displeased. Every time he came out, someone would always cause trouble.

The emperor pulled Chu Yue up and said, "Sit down."

Consort Zhen monopolized His Majesty's attention; wasn't that right?

The Empress asked herself the same question, but did not say it aloud. Instead, she said tactfully, "Your Majesty, there are only a few people in the harem now. It is fine that you favor Consort Zhen. But as there are more sisters in the future, it is inevitable that some people will harbor resentment and do inappropriate things."

Just by looking at the title bestowed upon her, one can see how much His Majesty dotes on Consort Zhen.

Chu Yue's face paled even more, and she almost dropped the teacup in her hand. When she put it down, a few drops spilled onto the stone table.

"What's wrong?" The emperor grasped Chu Yue's hand, only to find it icy cold. "Where do you feel unwell?"

Chu Yue clutched her chest, her lips pale: "Your Majesty, I'm alright..."

"Your Majesty, Consort Zhen seems to be feeling unwell," the Imperial Concubine said with concern.

The Empress's face darkened. She had only said a few words, yet she had acted like this. How much had His Majesty spoiled her?

She wasn't wrong. If there are more concubines in the future, and Consort Zhen still monopolizes His Majesty like this, how can the others tolerate it?

"Your Majesty, I was also doing this for..."

"Empress, you don't need to worry about these things. All of you, leave." The Emperor was furious. He had come out with Consort Zhen, and now he had to listen to the Empress's lecture. He was extremely annoyed.

"Summon the imperial physician to Yaohua Palace." The emperor picked up Chu Yue and gave the order as he walked.

The Empress and the Imperial Concubine stood there, stunned, watching the two figures disappear into the distance.

"The Imperial Concubine knows how to play the good guy, but she's two-faced in front of me and His Majesty."

The Empress looked at the Consort with a cold smile. Sowing discord in front of her and currying favor with the Emperor—that's all she's good for.

"Your Majesty, I'll go back to rest now. Consort Zhen isn't feeling well and probably doesn't want to be disturbed right now. Let's talk about it tomorrow." The Imperial Consort bowed and left.

The pavilion fell silent for a moment.

"Your Majesty... please go back..." Yunxiang whispered, trying to persuade her.

"Yunxiang, Consort Zhen just now..." The Empress thought of Chu Yue's appearance just now, "Do you think she might be pregnant?"

"Your Majesty, it can't be this fast, can it?" Yunxiang asked anxiously.

"His Majesty's favoritism towards Consort Zhen is already quite rapid," the Empress's face grew even more grim. "Yunxiang, go and secretly find out what's going on with Consort Zhen."

"Yes, Your Majesty..."

Yaohua Palace

The emperor held Chu Yue in his arms, while the imperial physician took her pulse.

"How is Consort Zhen?"

Chu Yue frowned, her eyes slightly closed, and she leaned weakly against the emperor's chest, breathing heavily.

"Your Majesty, please forgive my bluntness, but Consort Zhen's body is most susceptible to stress. Her health is somewhat depleted, but she will be fine if she takes good care of herself. However, if we are careless, I'm afraid she will suffer."

The emperor felt a pang of heartache. Consort Zhen had suffered a lot in the past, and he had even kicked her. In addition, she had to take care of him in such a harsh environment in the Eastern Palace.

"I order you to take good care of Consort Zhen's health, and there must be no mistakes."

"Yes, Your Majesty..."

After the imperial physician left, the emperor personally fed Chu Yue warm water and held her tenderly.

Consort Zhen suffered so much, so what's it to him if he shows her a little more favor?

If it weren't for Consort Zhen, he would have given up on himself long ago. How could he have gotten this position and even bestowed high titles upon them?

Not only were they not grateful to Consort Zhen, but they also provoked her at every turn.

"Your Majesty, I'm fine." Chu Yue smiled weakly to comfort him, "I used to be able to endure any hardship, but now Your Majesty has spoiled me."

The emperor felt even more distressed: "My beloved concubine, you have been wronged."

"With Your Majesty's words, I feel no grievance whatsoever." Chu Yue nestled in the Emperor's arms: "The Empress is right... With more sisters in the future, I..."

"How are you?" The emperor lowered his head and stared intently at her.

Chu Yue forced a smile: "Your Majesty... I'll hide. I can't bear to see Your Majesty with other women."

The emperor was both angry and heartbroken. "I forbid it. My beloved consort, rest assured, I will not hold a selection of concubines, so as not to hurt your feelings."

Chu Yue stared wide-eyed in surprise, unable to believe it: "Your Majesty... how could you... not hold a selection of candidates?"

"The whole world belongs to me, and I can do whatever I want. My beloved concubine, if you don't like anyone, just tell me, and I will make the decision for you."

From the moment I stood in a high position, I would never feel a bit aggrieved again.

"Thank you, Your Majesty..." Chu Yue chuckled softly, "If I have any grievances, I will definitely tell Your Majesty."

"Are you still feeling unwell?" the emperor asked, noticing that her complexion had improved somewhat.

"Better."

"That's good, my beloved concubine, it's time to retire for the night."

Chu Yue: "..."

She never missed a single day, except when she was unwell.

"Your Majesty...please slow down." Chu Yue was too embarrassed to open her eyes, seeing his impatient manner.

With a wave of his hand, the emperor spoke frankly with the two: "My beloved concubine, I cherish you."

"...Your Majesty, please don't say that..." Chu Yue blushed and hid in the emperor's arms.

"Fine, I won't say anything." He proved it with his actions.

The sleeping quarters of Yaohua Palace were filled with the vibrant colors of spring.

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Phoenix Palace

"Your Majesty..." Yunxiang came to the Empress's side and said in a low voice, "Yaohua Palace is heavily guarded, and we can't get any information out of it."

"His Majesty is really protective," Consort Zhen's expression changed, and His Majesty was extremely nervous.

The Empress angrily threw down the gold hairpin in her hand, her face dark and gloomy.

"Your Majesty, please calm down..."

"Yunxiang, have Yunlian find a few reliable people to leak the news that Consort Zhen is suspected of being pregnant to the Noble Consort. I don't believe she can keep quiet about it."

"Your Majesty, what if Consort Zhen really isn't pregnant with the Emperor's child?" Yunxiang asked softly.

"The Imperial Concubine will definitely inquire about it. His Majesty will certainly take the matter concerning Yaohua Palace seriously."

"Besides, His Majesty is so concerned about Consort Zhen. Hearing rumors would surely make him happy, but in the end, Consort Zhen did not conceive a royal heir. Do you think His Majesty will still cherish her so much?"

"This servant understands."

"Be careful, don't give anything away. It's better to let the Imperial Concubine do the hard work."

"Yes, Your Majesty..."