It's better to imagine a boyfriend than to attack the villain

Chapter 126 World 8: Deposed Queen

However, fate seemed to be constantly against her. Despite her desperate efforts to conceive, she was constantly faced with unexpected miscarriages. Each miscarriage left her physically and mentally exhausted, and her body, weakened by the lack of adequate rest and the internal anxiety and pain, grew weaker and weaker.

Today, Jing Chuchu is plagued by illness, her face is haggard, and her skin has lost its former radiance. Jing Qianju's alienation from her is becoming more and more obvious, which makes her feel extremely painful and lonely.

Jing Chuchu covered her chest with her hands and coughed violently, as if she was coughing up her heart and lungs. After finally stopping the cough, she collapsed on the couch again, tears pouring out like a flood. Her cry was filled with despair and helplessness, which made people feel pity.

It’s a pity that in this deep palace that is like a cage, no one cares about her.

Qiuju took great pains to persuade Jing Chuchu to go out to see the beautiful scenery and relax.

Even though Qiuju's makeup skills were superb, it was difficult to hide the fatigue on Jing Chuchu's face.

Qiuju carefully protected her while Jing Chuchu walked aimlessly on the road. As she walked, she suddenly heard a series of laughter as clear and pleasant as silver bells. The sound seemed to come from the depths of her memory, revealing a hint of familiarity.

She stopped and looked up at the two big words "Moon Palace" inlaid on the palace door.

"Push faster, higher!" Yueyou sat on the swing, like a happy little bird, urging Eleven to push her higher. As the swing swung high, a smile as bright as a spring flower bloomed on her face.

Jing Chuchu walked lightly into the yard and immediately saw Yueyou swinging on the swing.

She was wearing a long dress as white as snow, with her long hair falling like a waterfall, dancing in the wind. She looked like a fairy who was not of this world, so beautiful that it was breathtaking.

Jing Chuchu couldn't help but stare in a trance, with a surge of envy in her heart like a tide.

Over the past five years, she had been busy competing with the other concubines for Jing Qianju's favor, and gradually forgot about Yue You. She had thought Yue You would be miserable without Jing Qianju's favor, but she had never expected that she would live so freely in this world.

Compared to her increasingly thin figure and aging face, Yue You, far from being depressed, became even more charming and attractive. Jing Chuchu had to admit that Yue You's current appearance was truly stunning, far beyond the reach of those vulgar women in the harem.

The Moon Palace resembled a forgotten island, deserted save for its master and a single attendant. Its location was so remote that it seemed cut off from the world, often neglected and considered a cold palace by outsiders.

Jing Chuchu didn't get too close, but just pulled Qiuju and stood quietly under the shade of a tree where she could hide her figures and still hear their conversation clearly.

"Eleven, are the vegetables you planted ripe? Cook them for me quickly. I haven't eaten fresh vegetables in a long time!"

"Yes."

"And that rabbit? I want spicy rabbit head or braised rabbit..."

Eleven respectfully agreed to each one.

Jing Chuchu turned around and left silently.

The border battle was a great victory, and Jing Qianju's reputation increased significantly after returning to the court.

In addition to praising Your Majesty's great achievements, the ministers turned to the affairs of the prince.

The State of Jing still lacked a single prince, only a few princesses who posed no threat. A minister submitted a memorial suggesting that Jing Qianju recruit concubines, and the surrendered states also sent many beautiful women.

Jing Qianju collected them all and that night he picked the name card of the most beautiful concubine.

When Jing Chuchu heard the news, she was furious again.

Qiu Ju patted her back gently and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, please take care of yourself. The Prime Minister just told you to stay calm today."

Jing Chuchu also recalled her father's warning today. The Prime Minister is old and is gradually feeling overwhelmed by the political affairs of the court. Moreover, there are many talented young people now, and many old ministers have been marginalized.

She is the only eldest daughter in her family, and the future of the entire clan depends on her.

Her father advised her to tone down her edge and do her utmost to please His Majesty in order to secure her position as Empress. Everyone knew that Jing Qianju was gradually dismantling the power of these veteran ministers. The Prime Minister was now in his twilight years, and it was unclear how much longer he could protect Jing Chuchu.

Thinking of this, Jing Chuchu calmed down again.

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As per the rules, all new concubines had to pay their respects to the Queen. Except for the one whose name was called last night, the others had been waiting outside the palace for a long time.

Jing Chuchu sat high up in the throne. Seeing that the sun was getting higher and the concubine still hadn't appeared, her face became more and more gloomy. The other concubines lowered their heads and dared not move.

The sun had already risen high when the concubine slowly came over, a bright smile on her face, and said in a sweet voice, "Alas, I am late."

She walked to Jing Chuchu lightly like a butterfly, bowed absentmindedly, and said softly, "I pay my respects to the Empress."

Jing Chuchu's face was as gloomy as water, and she said expressionlessly, "Get up." Then, she waved her hand like autumn wind sweeping away fallen leaves, letting the other concubines leave, leaving only this concubine behind.

After everyone left, Jing Chuchu's expression immediately changed. Her eyes widened with anger as she stared at her intently, saying coldly, "Concubine He is really so arrogant."

He Miaomiao was not afraid at all. Instead, she smiled as sweetly as honey. "Your Majesty, the Queen is wrong. Miaomiao is weak and cannot bear the grace of Your Majesty. That's why I got up late today."

Jing Chuchu's expression turned even uglier after hearing this. "Are you showing off to me?"

He Miaomiao blinked and said innocently, "How could the Queen think that?"

"It is my blessing to be able to give birth to children for Your Majesty, but it is just a bit tiring."

"Heh." Jing Chuchu scoffed, "Concubine He's beauty is indeed the most outstanding this time. No wonder she caught His Majesty's eye. It's just a temporary favor. Concubine He should not be too ostentatious."

"Thank you, Empress, for your advice, but you're just worrying too much. Your Majesty has known Miaomiao for a long time. How could this be a fleeting favor?"

Jing Chuchu had a gloomy face. She knew clearly in her heart that He Miaomiao and Jing Qianju's acquaintance was only due to the help of his brother General He Lan.

Jing Qianhu wanted to expand his power, and He Lan was his right-hand man. He Miaomiao fell in love with Jing Qianhu when she first saw him. It was for this reason that the He family surrendered to Jing Qianhu, adding another layer of solid protection for his throne.

This position of concubine is just Jing Qianju's attitude towards the He family.

He Miaomiao's ambition is not limited to the position of concubine. The old prime minister's power is about to collapse. Then, it will be time for the He family to take the stage.

He Miaomiao came with a smile on her face and left with a smile. Before leaving, she secretly ridiculed the queen for being old and ugly.

Jing Chuchu was furious, but she could only swallow her anger. Now the old prime minister no longer had such a powerful force to protect her.

After that, He Miaomiao often came to mock Jing Chuchu and show off in front of her. Although Jing Chuchu was angry, she could do nothing about it.

She asked to see Jing Qianju many times, but was turned away each time. He made no secret of his dislike for her.

A few months later, Concubine He became pregnant. Jing Qianju was overjoyed and gave her many rewards. Coincidentally, He Lan made great contributions again, and the status of the He family rose steadily. Many ministers secretly wanted to help Concubine He become the queen.

Someone sent by the emperor submitted a petition requesting the empress be deposed, arguing that the current empress had not given birth to an heir in five years and her mental state was deteriorating, unbecoming the mother of a nation. Someone took the lead, and the ministers followed suit, eventually kneeling on the ground, all requesting the empress be deposed.

When the old prime minister heard that the emperor wanted to depose the queen, he was shocked and knelt on the ground with trembling body. He said in a trembling voice: "Your Majesty, please think twice! A husband and wife are bound by a hundred days of grace. How can you easily talk about deposing the queen?" He even brought up the late king and the queen mother, emphasizing that the marriage between Your Majesty and the queen was ordered by their parents, trying to use filial piety to suppress the emperor's decision.

However, a minister immediately retorted: "There are three types of unfilial behavior, and the worst is to have no descendants." Continuing the royal lineage is the most important thing.

Seeing that the old prime minister was still unwilling to give in, another minister submitted a memorial accusing him of corruption and bribery, and presented conclusive evidence.

The old prime minister, loyal throughout his life, was dumbfounded. He looked at Jing Qianju, who was sitting on the dragon throne. The other's eyes were full of indifference and ruthlessness. What else did he not understand at this moment?

His old eyes were cloudy and his heart was filled with sadness.

Afterwards, the old prime minister was imprisoned, Jing Chuchu was deposed and imprisoned in the cold palace, and He Miaomiao took the position. Under the careful care of everyone, she rested and took care of her pregnancy.