CHAPTER 184: CHAPTER 184: HONOR HER

Lin Guifei was naturally displeased when she was interrupted by Qin He.

But considering she had served her for many years, she didn’t say much more.

Qin He knew she had overstepped, so she immediately apologized.

"Please calm your anger, Your Highness, it was bold of me."

"It’s fine, speak your mind directly."

"Your Highness, now that you have just been released, it’s best not to create any complications. Attending Taishan with the Emperor is a rare honor. In these past few months, you’ve been the only one by the Emperor’s side. Instead of focusing on others, it’s better to let the Emperor see your value. If you can become the principal of the harem, what does it matter if Noble Princess Consort Ying gives birth to a prince?"

"Wouldn’t he still have to call you Empress Dowager?"

Qin He’s words struck at Lin Guifei’s heart.

At the moment, she also felt there was truth in the words.

Moreover, wouldn’t it be a good thing if she could give birth to a healthy prince?

When she returns from Taishan, she only needs to get rid of Noble Princess Consort Ying, and she wouldn’t even have to wait for news from Ming Changzai; she could rightfully adopt a prince immediately, wouldn’t that be more ideal?

Thinking of this, she calmed her thoughts.

Then she instructed Qin He.

"In that case, keep a close eye on the midwife by Noble Princess Consort Ying’s side, to prevent any tampering, affecting the heir would be troublesome."

"Yes, Your Highness."

The ’others’ Lin Guifei referred to was, of course, Princess Consort Yi.

After all, she was the only one with a healthy prince.

Nowadays, with her in charge of the harem, it’s not easy for Noble Princess Consort Ying to give birth safely to a prince either.

Therefore, more care must be taken to protect one or two.

In all this scheming, it seems that the most composed is probably Consort Ye.

There are many ups and downs in the palace.

Someone who is down today may not be unable to rise again tomorrow.

And the one who is glorious today may not last long.

The Emperor’s mind is hard to guess, just look at Bai Pin, Chu Daying, Lin Guiren, these are the examples.

Not to mention someone like her, who was favored in an ill-fated relationship.

The carriage moved slowly, and as the dinner approached, all the accompanying palace concubines returned to their respective palaces.

Speaking of this journey, it truly was a rewarding and punitive one.

If you tally it up closely, the higher-ranked concubines have all fallen to the lower ranks, whereas the lower-ranked ones have seized opportunities and climbed quite a bit.

Princess Consort Yi had always been concerned about the title matter.

As soon as she returned to the palace, she had Quan Fu, the Chief of the Inner Court Department, start selecting auspicious words.

To prepare them for her use.

Everyone was packing their belongings and tidying up the palace.

In the traveling palace, the people in Huifang Courtyard were doing the same.

Moving the palace was not troublesome, especially under the guidance and cooperation of Qin An.

The only slightly disheveled part was the small kitchen favored by Chunqi.

This time, the small kitchen was even more well-stocked.

Qin An was afraid she couldn’t handle it alone, so he specially found two nimble cooks to assist.

When they were sent over, they were among the previously selected servants.

Some were to fill gaps after Lin Wanyi was promoted to noble, and some were specially chosen for the Second Prince.

Thus, a whole courtyard was filled.

Including those she brought from Huifang Courtyard, there were about twenty people.

Among them, the most favored was naturally Nanny Du, followed by Eunuch Qiu Ming and Nanny Ji.

But Nanny Du was very disciplined and never overstepped.

Since Ruiyang Pavilion was designated for Lin Guiren, everything should naturally be based on her authority.

With her as the authority, everyone in the courtyard should follow Qiu Ming’s instructions and arrangements.

With this consensus, Nanny Ji also did not step up, standing properly in place.

After all, Qiu Ming had served at the imperial court, so both his confidence and insight were enough to manage beneath him.

Therefore, managing Ruiyang Pavilion was not difficult for him.

Lin Wanyi stood under the corridor, listening to Qiu Ming instructing the new servants.

It felt as if she was back when Qiu Ming first arrived at Xianyi Palace.

Although only two or three months had passed, she felt as if it was a lifetime ago.

"For servants, the most important thing is to be observant and aware. If anyone eats from Ruiyang Pavilion but has their heart elsewhere, don’t blame this eunuch for being ruthless. Once discovered, not even an opportunity to become a criminal slave will be given. Those who recommended you, those from your home, and those who conspire with you will all be sent to Yeyou Court to be executed together."

He was originally of a serious demeanor with a just attitude.

Naturally, it intimidated those standing below him, making them tremble a bit.

Xia An and Chunqi were standing behind Lin Wanyi, and Xiao Luzi was accompanying them.

Now, the three of them were considered first-class palace maid and first-class eunuchs in Ruiyang Pavilion, naturally different from those being trained below.

Nanny Du and Nanny Ji stood on either side.

Their status was also not something Qiu Ming could rebuke.

Therefore, in Ruiyang Pavilion, even though there were only three masters, they dared not be careless.

After all, the six standing above were formidable with discerning eyes.

Any one of them was not someone they could afford to offend.

Moreover, they were personally selected by Eunuch Qin An and approved by Dong Yuzhong, so there wouldn’t be any major errors.

After finishing the speech, Qiu Ming approached Lin Wanyi and respectfully said.

"Young master, everyone is gathered, would you like to say a few words?"

Lin Wanyi looked at the people standing below. There were older nannies, younger palace maids, and steady-looking eunuchs.

In her heart, she was quite satisfied.

After thinking, she said.

"Serving in Ruiyang Pavilion, I don’t need you to be extraordinarily clever, just remember to be diligent and meticulous."

"Yes, this servant remembers the noble’s teachings."

"Hmm, follow Mr. Qiu’s orders for the rest. First, tidy up the residences for the Second Prince and Second Princess, and arrange the rest afterwards."

"Yes."

Then Lin Wanyi turned and entered the main room, accompanied by Xia An, Nanny Du, and Nanny Ji.

The main house of Ruiyang Pavilion was significantly larger than Huifang Courtyard, although it also had three bays, the depth was much longer.

The furniture inside was uniformly made of rosewood, intricately carved.

Standing within, Lin Wanyi always had the feeling of her virtue not matching her status.

After all, such a grand courtyard would be justified for someone of concubine status.

Let alone her, a mere noble.

"Thanks to the Second Prince and Second Princess, otherwise I haven’t lived in such a big house."

The words made both Nanny Du and Nanny Ji laugh.

And the Second Prince standing in the room was also full of cheer.

"Lady Lin, how long will we stay in this courtyard? Will Father return?"