Phi-Fic Chapter 198 Noble Lady Fucha
Chapter 198 Noble Lady Fucha
As everyone was discussing this, a eunuch's voice suddenly came from outside the hall:
"Consort Wan has arrived!"
This announcement immediately silenced the group.
Everyone was stunned and looked at each other, clearly not expecting Zhen Huan to appear at this moment.
This truly shows how Cao Cao can speak for himself.
With the announcement made, Zhen Huan, dressed in a plain-colored qipao, slowly walked into the hall.
Although her face was somewhat pale, her eyes remained as sharp as ever, as if they could see through everything.
Zhen Huan walked up to the crowd, curtsied gracefully, and said softly:
"Your Majesty, I am late. I pay my respects to the Empress and all my sisters."
Her voice was soft and melodious, yet it carried a hint of weariness that was hard to conceal.
Upon seeing this, Fucha Peiyun quickly said with concern:
"It's good that Sister Wan is here. Please sit down."
Zhen Huan smiled slightly, thanked Fucha Peiyun, and slowly sat down.
After Zhen Huan was seated, she adjusted her breathing slightly and then said softly:
"I have been concerned about this imperial concubine selection ever since I heard about it, so I came despite my illness."
"I wonder if there is a suitable young lady for Hongli?"
As soon as Zhen Huan finished speaking, Nian Shilan snorted coldly and said in a sarcastic tone:
"Oh, Consort Wan is taking it to heart now."
Zhen Huan was not angry; she simply smiled faintly and explained:
"It's all for the sake of the royal offspring, so naturally I must care."
Moreover, I only have Hongli as my child now, so naturally I have to keep his affairs in mind.
"It's just that my health is really failing me, which is why I'm a little late, unlike Consort Qi and Consort Yu."
Upon hearing this, Fucha Peiyun lowered her eyes almost imperceptibly.
But he still tried to smooth things over by giving a general overview of the draft.
After listening, Zhen Huan nodded slightly, "That's good. I only hope that Your Majesty will make a decision soon."
After chatting for a few more minutes, Zhen Huan said she was feeling unwell and left.
Watching her departing figure, Nian Shilan curled her lip in disdain.
Zhen Huan's trip here was nothing more than a formality.
That's just fooling the old man and the Fourth Prince Hongli.
Whether they believe it or not is a matter of opinion.
After the selection process, Fucha Peiyun and Nian Shilan handed the list of candidates to Da Pang Ju.
This is a talent show for the sons of Big Fat Orange, but none of their sons are among them.
It's best if they don't get involved in this matter.
Big Fat Orange wanted to ask for their opinions, or perhaps test them.
But both of them declined.
The results of the selection were soon announced, and the imperial edict was sent to various places by the eunuchs.
The primary consort of the Third Prince Hongshi was Lady Dong'e, who came from the Manchu Banner.
The Dong E clan wielded considerable influence in the imperial court.
In addition, there was a secondary consort, Xitana, and a Gegelin.
The fourth prince, Hongli, was never favored by the chubby orange tree.
And indirectly caused the death of the big fat orange and his Huanhuan's hard-won twins.
Therefore, Da Pang Ju didn't pay much attention to the selection of Hongli's primary consort.
The chosen primary consort was from the Xilin Gioro clan, and was only from a collateral branch.
Nevertheless, Xilin Gioro was exceptionally beautiful.
Moreover, her gentle and virtuous personality makes her a good choice.
However, for the Xilin Jueluo family, the arrival of this imperial decree for the selection of concubines brought them mixed feelings.
They were certainly delighted that their daughter could marry into the royal family.
But they were also worried, because they all knew that the Fourth Prince Hongli did not hold a high position in the heart of the chubby orange.
In this case, the daughter's future days will likely not be easy.
When Hongli learned of his chosen primary consort...
He didn't say much, but silently accepted the fact.
Of course, if anyone noticed his tightly clenched fist,
You might discover that deep down he is not as calm as he appears on the surface.
As for Hongli's concubines and princesses, their status was even lower.
The concubine was from the Irgen Gioro clan, while the princess was from the Su clan.
This Irgen Gioro clan was not the same branch that was chosen as the Grand Consort by the late Emperor.
Therefore, both of them came from very ordinary backgrounds and were inconspicuous among the many women selected for the imperial concubine examination.
The only thing they can really boast about is their decent looks.
Historically, Hongli's primary consort, Lady Fucha, was betrothed to Yunyi as his primary consort.
The Fifth Prince's primary consort was Lady Wuzhaku, and his secondary consorts were Lady Zhangjia and Lady Sheng.
Besides Yunyi, other members of the imperial clan who were betrothed included Yunxi and others.
This time, in addition to Fu Yurao, the chubby orange's harem also includes a member of the Su family.
The young women then went their separate ways.
Fucha Peiyun and Nian Shilan had long anticipated that Fu Yurao would enter the harem of the fat orange (a nickname for a woman).
Both of them were looking forward to the new concubine's first greeting upon entering the palace a month later.
As for the rank of the two newcomers, Nian Shilan thought that giving them the rank of "Consort" would be enough.
Fucha Peiyun thought for a moment and then said:
"The Emperor only selected two ladies-in-waiting this time, let's give them the rank of Consort."
What she meant was that this was the last time Big Fat Orange would be holding a talent show, and there was no need to be too stingy with the two female contestants.
Upon hearing this, Nian Shilan rolled her eyes at Fucha Peiyun and said irritably:
"You're so generous, but what about the palace?"
After a moment's thought, Fucha Peiyun replied, "Let's arrange it in Yanxi Palace."
Fucha Peiyun smiled slightly and said slowly, "Let's go with Yanxi Palace."
Upon hearing this, Nian Shilan looked surprised and couldn't help but ask:
"Isn't this Yanxi Palace your former palace?"
Fucha Peiyun nodded slightly in agreement and explained softly:
"That's right. When I lived in Yanxi Palace before, everything went quite smoothly."
Now that these two newlyweds have moved in, it's a way of sharing in my good fortune and bringing good luck.
She paused slightly, then continued:
"The number of rooms in this palace is limited, and someone has to live there eventually."
If they were to be moved to other palaces, the palace servants would have to put in extra effort to repair and tidy them up.
It would be better to arrange it directly in Yanxi Palace, after all, in recent years...
The place is always well-maintained, so there's not much to worry about.
Nian Shilan's lips curled slightly, a half-smile playing on her lips, and she said:
"Since you yourself don't care, then I naturally have no objection."
Fucha Peiyun said, "Then let's go together to report to the Emperor."
Nian Shilan said, "You go alone; I don't want to move."
Fucha Peiyun did not force him and went to the Hall of Mental Cultivation to see the big fat orange alone.
After bowing, Fucha Peiyun presented the list to the chubby orange.
Big Fat Orange was fairly satisfied to see that both of the two ladies-in-waiting were at least at the level of Changzai.
This woman, of moderate rank, was a suitable candidate for the Han Banner women.
Upon seeing Fu Yurao's name, Big Fat Orange recalled Fu Yurao's performance on the day of the palace selection.
They seem like old friends, yet their personalities are quite different.
Big Fat Orange thought for a moment, picked up his pen and made some changes, then handed it to Fucha Peiyun.
After reading it, Fucha Peiyun respectfully said:
"Your Majesty is wise; this arrangement is extremely appropriate."
Seeing that Fucha Peiyun had no objections, the chubby orange tree remembered that Fucha Peiyun had arranged for the new bride to be in Yanxi Palace.
I am very satisfied with her generosity.
The eldest daughter of a prominent family is truly different.