1220. Chapter 1220 The Harem of Qi State

As night falls, the lights begin to rise.

Lu Shuang'er's Yikun Palace can't be said to be decorated with lights, but the lights are as bright as day. The empresses from each palace have come to attend the banquet. They are actually jealous and envious in their hearts. What does it mean for the emperor to ask Concubine Lu to host this banquet for Duke Ning? ? Could it be that he wanted to record Princess Ning in the name of Concubine Lu?

All the women in the palace know that in the past ten years, the emperor has not allowed any of his concubines to have children. Every concubine who sleeps with him will eat the soup afterwards. Except for Concubine De, no concubine has any children at all. Although the queen gave birth to a child, The eldest princess died more than ten years ago. The emperor loved Concubine Lu so much that maybe he really wanted Princess Ning to be recorded in her name. Although she was just a princess, she was still better than nothing.

Lu Shuang'er didn't think as complicated as these people. She knew Zhao Yong better than them. Zhao Yong would definitely not think about her future, and letting her hold the banquet was just because it was convenient for her to do it.

She didn't care about being jealous, let alone how Zhao Yong wanted to use her. Now she was only worried about whether there would be another person in the palace who wanted to steal her favor.

Why hasn't that Liu Guiren shown up yet? She has been hiding in Chuxiu Palace for so long since the emperor brought her back to the palace, and has not come to greet her yet. Although she knows that it is because the emperor favors her every day, she knows very well what will happen to her after being favored by Zhao Yong. I still want to know who this Liu Guiren is.

"My dear concubine, I heard that the emperor has a new beauty a few days ago. How long has it been? How come I haven't even seen her in person? It's okay if she doesn't come to meet us sisters. Haven't you said hello to your concubine?" Really?" The royal nobleman in the palace said to Lu Shuang'er.

Lu Shuang'er glanced at her and said, "Guiren Liu has to serve the emperor every night. Maybe he is too tired."

Wang Guiren curled his lips, "Even so, you still don't understand the rules."

Concubine De, who was sitting nearby and looked weak, spoke up, "Princess Ning is the protagonist today, so don't say these words, lest the emperor will be displeased when he hears it."

"Yes, none of us understand the emperor's preferences like Concubine De, so why don't we shut up." Concubine Zhuang Hui gave Wang Guiren a look that was half-smiling but not smiling.

Lu Shuang'er looked at the sky outside and said, "Just stop saying a few words."

She doesn't like these women in the palace. If she were in Jin State before, she would have thought of ways to deal with them all, but this is Qi State, and the man they have to serve is Zhao Yong, the kind of person who is worse than death. Once in a while, it is enough for Cheng to be favored. If it is like this every day, then it is better to die. She originally thought that she did not love Zhao Yong and did not care which woman he favored. She only needed the status that Zhao Yong gave her. However, now Zhao Yong really She still felt uncomfortable even though she went to pamper others.

"The eldest princess and Princess Ning are here." A maid came in from outside to report.

"Please come in, two princesses." Lu Shuang'er looked at Zhao Rao and Zhao Ning walking in with a gentle smile on his face.

Concubine De who was sitting next to her raised her head and glanced at Zhao Rao, then lowered her head again. Every time on such occasions, she seemed to have no sense of presence at all. Especially the eldest princess, she was even more reluctant to speak. .

"I've met the noble concubine, how are you all?" Zhao Rao saluted with a smile.

Zhao Ning followed her and followed whatever she saw.

"Everyone is waiting for you." Lu Shuang'er said with a smile, his eyes falling on Zhao Ning, "Our Princess Ning looks very beautiful with a little dress up, and she is no less beautiful standing with the eldest princess."

"The imperial concubine is joking, how can I compare with my eldest sister?" Zhao Ning replied in fear, looking at Zhao Rao nervously.

Zhao Rao smiled and held her hand, "A Ning is my father's daughter, so she must be beautiful and fragrant. There are no daughters of my father who are not good-looking."

She said it sincerely, which made Zhao Ning feel warm in her heart when she heard it. She even secretly exclaimed that Zhao Rao was such a powerful person. No matter who she was facing, she seemed to be able to handle it with ease.

Lu Shuang'er was told by Lu Lingzhi that anyone in the palace can be offended, but never offend the eldest princess, "The eldest princess really loves her sister, and her little mouth is so good at talking. You guys should sit down first. The emperor should be here soon." It’s time to come.”

Zhao Ning became really nervous now. Was she finally going to see her biological father?

I don’t know what kind of person my mother loves and resents all her life.

"By the way, why haven't the other princesses come yet?" Lu Shuang'er asked doubtfully.

Zhao Rao said, "Xin'er and Xiang'er will be here soon. As for Lan'er... I don't know."

Concubine De hurriedly said, "Lan'er has caught a cold. The imperial doctor has just prescribed medicine for her. She won't be here tonight. If she gets over the illness... it won't be good."

Could this woman who was speaking be Zhao Lan's biological mother, Concubine De? Zhao Ning glanced at her in surprise. She looked nothing like her. She was so delicate and timid, which really didn't match her status as a concubine. She thought that someone who could become a concubine must be very capable. Very powerful.

But... was it her misunderstanding? Why did she feel that Concubine De seemed a little afraid of Zhao Rao?

Zhao Rao did not answer Concubine De's words. She walked to her place and sat down without even looking at Concubine De.

The concubines present seemed accustomed to Zhao Rao's attitude. Concubine De just lowered her head in embarrassment and said nothing else.

Zhao Ning, who was the only one who didn't know the grudge between Concubine De and Zhao Rao, was shocked. Concubine De was considered an elder after all. Is it really okay for Zhao Rao not to take her seriously?

Lu Shuang'er said with a smile, "Since Princess Lan is unwell, let her have a good rest."

Concubine De raised her head and glanced gratefully at Lu Shuang'er.

Just as he was talking, word of the arrival of the second princess came from outside.

Zhao Ning finally met the second princess Zhao Xiang. She seemed to be a very gentle and gentle person. After greeting Lu Shuang'er, she came to sit next to Zhao Rao and said, "Sister."

"Here, are you going to the Book Repair Pavilion to copy books again?" Zhao Rao asked in a low voice, "It's now, and you still can't let go of those books. Tell your father that I will give you the books as a dowry when the time comes."

"Sister, you are teasing me again." Zhao Xiang said with a smile, looking at Zhao Ning, "This is Sister Ning. I have been wanting to find you these past few days, but I forgot about it when I was busy. Sister Ning, please don't Blame me."

Zhao Rao said, "Don't forgive her, An Ning. She is nothing but books. If you put a book in her hand, she will definitely forget everything. Even her sister will not take it to heart."

"Hello, second sister." Zhao Ning said with a smile. She could see that the relationship between Zhao Rao and Zhao Xiang was really close. This kind of intimacy was unmatched by Zhao Xin. She glanced at Zhao Xiang one more time. Second sister She doesn't look very stunning, but she has a soft and comfortable temperament all over her body, which makes people want to get close to her.