PFC Chapter 303: Black Hand Xipin Takes the Initiative
Chapter 303: Black Hand Xipin Takes the Initiative
"To be honest, I never thought that Hesheli would become so confused.
I still remember that when she first entered the palace, although she was a little spoiled, she was also virtuous. She had a close relationship with Concubine Xi, and the two of them often visited each other. At that time, everyone privately said that she was worthy of being from the same family. "
Cheng Guiren fell into reminiscence, clutching her handkerchief and sighing, then suddenly changed the subject:
"However, after Hesheli was made a concubine, Concubine Xi had a huge quarrel with her for unknown reasons, and the two gradually drifted apart, with only face left.
After giving birth to the little prince, Hesheli became even more arrogant and domineering, even impulsive and irritable, and the concubines dared not get close to her. "
He said with a sigh:
"Ah, to be honest, I don't recognize the current Hesheli commoner. I feel that she has changed a lot since she first entered the palace."
Shi Nanxi, who was sitting at the head of the table, paused for a moment. The next moment, she picked up the teacup, gently scraped the lid, and naturally took over the conversation:
"So they say that once you enter the palace, it's like entering a deep sea. When Hesheli entered the palace, she probably didn't expect that she would become so unrecognizable after so many years."
When Concubine Cheng heard this, she secretly glanced at Empress Xian, but was met with Empress Xian's gentle and kind smile, and could not tell her emotion at all.
She couldn't help but feel nervous. Three days ago, she decided to seek refuge with Concubine Xian. But after being in the palace for many years, she knew that it was not that Concubine Xian would accept her just because she wanted to. Didn't she see so many concubines in the palace who wanted to please Concubine Xian but failed?
After all, it is necessary to let Concubine Xian see her value, and it would be best if she could help Concubine Xian. So after thinking for a long time, he thought of Hesheli Shuren and Concubine Xi.
One of these two people attempted to slander Concubine Xian's reputation and was banished to the cold palace by the emperor, while the other was someone who could have a say with Concubine Xian.
It seemed that they were clearly distinct and unrelated, but she had lived in the same palace with Concubine Xi for many years, and she knew her very well, and she also knew something about the old grudge between the two.
As an outsider, she noticed the unusual changes in Hesheli Shuren's character, and vaguely realized that it was related to Concubine Xi.
Since Concubine Xi could harm her sisters, she was obviously not a simple person. And she frequently approached Concubine Xian, so she intuitively knew that her actions were not simple.
So today I am using their past to indirectly remind Concubine Xian to be more wary of Concubine Xi. Concubine Xian should be able to hear it, right?
I felt all kinds of uneasiness in my heart, and sighed on my face:
"Yes, people change, and I am much older now than when I first entered the palace."
Concubine Cheng is 32 years old this year. She has been in the palace for more than ten years and gave birth to the Seventh Prince. But she is still just a concubine and cannot even raise the Seventh Prince. When Concubine Cheng said this, she was really melancholy.
Shi Nanxi took in the changes in Cheng Guiren's expression, her eyelashes trembled slightly, she lowered her head to drink a sip of tea, put down the teacup, and advised in a gentle voice:
"Ms. Cheng looks like she's only in her early twenties, which is the best time of her life. How can she be old? I can't tell at all."
As he spoke, he changed the subject and said casually:
"I remember that you were canonized as a noble lady in the twentieth year of Emperor Kangxi's reign. The Seventh Prince is twelve years old this year and will marry in two years. You must personally choose a wife for him when the time comes."
Cheng Guiren's heart skipped a beat.
What does Empress Xian mean by this?
First, she was canonized as a noble lady twenty years ago, and then she was asked to personally choose a wife for the Seventh Prince. How could a mere noble lady like her be qualified to choose a wife for the prince, unless...
Unless she is promoted to the position of concubine and becomes the mistress of a palace, then she will be qualified to personally choose a wife for the Seventh Prince?
Her heart was beating faster than ever before. If it weren't for more than ten years of life in the deep palace, Cheng Guiren almost couldn't control her expression, but her handkerchief was crumpled into a dough.
"…You are joking, Empress Xian. I am already a grandmother, how can I still be young? You are the one who is truly in your prime, young and beautiful. As for the Seventh Prince's wife, I am in the inner palace and don't know much about the ladies outside the palace. How can I choose? Let the emperor make the decision."
Shi Nanxi just smiled without saying anything, and naturally changed the topic. They chatted for a while, but seeing that it was getting late, Cheng Guiren tactfully took his leave.
After everyone left, Nanny Yang said softly:
"Your Majesty wants to be promoted to a noble?"
Shi Nanxi relaxed her upright posture, leaned back in her chair, tapped the armrests with her knuckles, and did not answer immediately. After a while, she spoke:
"Noble Lady Cheng is old and has long been out of favor. The only prince is a cripple. The mother and son are invisible in the palace. They are a good choice. Since I am in the harem, I can't be alone all the time. I always need one or two people who can talk to me at critical moments."
After saying that, he suddenly chuckled, his tone meaningful:
"And today it seems that Noble Lady Cheng is also a smart person. Even I didn't know that Commoner Hesheli had a virtuous character. I didn't know that Concubine Xi and Commoner Hesheli had a good relationship and had a big quarrel and parted ways."
Nanny Yang was very perceptive and noticed something immediately. Her mind raced and she suddenly said:
"The Queen once said that Hesheli Shuren shouldn't be so impulsive and irritable. Concubine Cheng also proved that although Hesheli Shuren used to be arrogant, she was also quite virtuous. So Hesheli Shuren suddenly became impulsive and irritable after giving birth. It is very likely that she was infected."
If this palace wants to make someone's temperament change suddenly, there are many ways to do it.
At this time, Hongying took over the conversation and said in a firm tone:
"And the person who did it is most likely Concubine Xi, right?"
"Oh, that's right, our Hongying has become smarter." Shi Nanxi raised her eyebrows and said jokingly.
Hongying blushed a little when she was praised, but she still couldn't understand it.
"My queen, if it is really as we guessed, why did Concubine Xi secretly plot against Hesheli, aren't they from the same family?"
When Shi Nanxi heard this, a hint of sarcasm flashed in her eyes.
"So what if we are from the same family? When we enter the palace, we fight for favor, honor, and offspring. There is no such thing as sisters."
Hongying seemed confused when she heard this, but Nanny Yang suddenly had an idea and figured out the key point. She confirmed with the Empress:
"Your Majesty is saying that Hesheli Shu and Xipin parted ways because they favored and honored their offspring. Yes, that must be the case."
Nanny Yang calmly analyzed:
"Let's not talk about the favor and honor for now. Let's just say that although Hesheli entered the palace later, she got pregnant earlier than Xipin. Even if the little prince died in the end, she at least got pregnant. Xipin entered the palace for more than ten years, let alone a little prince or princess, she didn't even get pregnant."
Hongying understood now. She couldn't help but cover her mouth with a look of shock:
"So the fact that Concubine Xi has never had a child is probably due to the commoner Hesheli. That's why Concubine Xi parted ways with the commoner Hesheli and secretly drugged her to change her temperament, causing the commoner Hesheli to commit suicide."
Shi Nanxi didn't say anything, but her expression confirmed Hongying's words. Hongying gradually calmed down, put down her hand, and sighed:
"So the fate of Hesheli Shuren is also a result of his evil deeds, but..."
She changed the subject:
"Princess Xi plotted against the commoner Hesheli so quietly. If it wasn't an accident, who would have known about it? Your Majesty should be more careful when interacting with her."
Hearing this, Shi Nanxi curved her lips:
"I have already said that I will not have close contact with anyone related to the Crown Prince. We are just casual acquaintances, but the commoner Hesheli must be dealt with as soon as possible. It is impossible to guard against thieves for a thousand days.
Since it is confirmed that Hesheli is a commoner who cannot stand provocation, I will give her a big provocation and let her seek death again. Let's see if she can save her life this time."
"Come here." Hongying and Nanny Yang came over.