As the morning light broke, an unexpected piece of news quickly spread throughout the palace - the border conflict of the Zhou Dynasty had suddenly erupted, posing a new significant burden for Emperor Han Yu. Due to the tense situation at the border, Emperor Han Yu had to shift his focus entirely to the affairs of the state, leaving him no time to attend to the well-being of Queen Chen Feng'er, nor could he provide her with the usual attentive care.
The sudden outbreak of war has made the atmosphere in the palace heavy and tense, and everyone can feel that a storm is coming.
At the same time, Consort Luo's condition has not improved.
General Luo is still lying in the mansion, and his condition is worrying. According to the reports from the Luo family's servants, Consort Luo looks pale, with dry lips, and her eyes occasionally reveal endless fatigue and helplessness. Therefore, she is unable to return to the palace to assist the emperor in handling harem affairs.
All of this has left Emperor Han Yu feeling conflicted and self-reproachful. He deeply understands that he cannot simultaneously manage the heavy responsibilities of the state and the harem. This sense of responsibility and helplessness intertwine, making his mood even heavier.
At a morning court session, he took a deep breath and solemnly announced, "In light of the current situation, the affairs of the six palaces will be temporarily entrusted to the Consort Sun to act as a proxy."
The Consort Sun, known for her intelligence and prudence, showed a hint of determination in her eyes upon hearing this. She softly replied, "Your Majesty, rest assured, this subject will do her utmost."
At night, Consort Sun sat alone in the palace, with the moonlight spilling onto her delicate face through the window. There was a determination in her eyes unlike any before.
During this time, every corner of the palace was filled with tension and anxiety. The palace maids whispered quietly, the eunuchs moved cautiously, and everyone's face showed unease.
Chen Feng'er lay in the palace, her eyes vacant, as if devoid of the light of life.
Her heart was filled with sadness and loss. Every night, she would think of the child in her dreams, and it felt like a knife through her heart.
Chen Feng'er looked at the moonlight outside the window and said softly, "My child, where are you? Why did you leave me alone in this cold palace?" Her voice was filled with endless sadness and longing.
At this moment, a palace maid walked gently into the bedchamber, holding a bowl of hot soup in her hands.
She walked carefully to Chen Feng'er's bedside and whispered, "Empress, this is a chicken soup specially made for you by Consort Sun. Please have a taste."
Chen Feng'er raised her head slightly and looked at the bowl of hot soup, a hint of gratitude flashing in her eyes. She took a sip gently, and the warmth of the soup calmed her heart a little.
During this difficult time, Consort Sun not only has to deal with the trivial matters of the harem, but also has to constantly worry about the situation of Chen Feng'er and other concubines.
She is busy every day, never having a moment of rest.
One evening, Consort Sun came to Chen Feng'er's palace and said softly, "Your Majesty, please rest assured. Although His Majesty is busy with state affairs, we in the harem will all support you and ensure you do not feel lonely."
Chen Feng'er looked at Consort Sun with a hint of gratitude in her eyes. She nodded slightly and said softly, "Thank you, Consort Sun. Having your companionship at this time makes me feel very reassured."
Consort Sun gently held Chen Feng'er's hand, her eyes filled with determination and warmth: "Empress, no matter what happens, we will be by your side."
On this night, Chen Feng'er felt warmth and gratitude in her heart. What comforted her was that in this palace full of conspiracy and indifference, there were still people who genuinely cared for her.
It's late at night, and everything in the palace has quieted down. But in this peaceful night, Chen Feng'er and Consort Sun feel warmth and strength in their hearts.
In this complex and ever-changing harem, they support each other and face the unknown future together.
With the news of Chen Feng'er giving birth to a stillborn child and leaving behind a serious illness spreading in the palace, the atmosphere in the palace underwent subtle changes.
The once close concubines began to distance themselves from her, and the newly promoted concubines also became disdainful and mocking towards her. Chen Feng'er felt increasingly isolated in this luxurious palace.
On a quiet afternoon, Empress Chen lay quietly in her palace, the vines outside the window swaying gently in the wind. Her face was pale, with a deep sense of helplessness and sadness in her eyes.
Her close maid Xiao Yan entered the room, her eyes filled with concern: "Your Majesty, you must take care of yourself. This is worrying for everyone."
Chen Feng'er gently shook her head, her voice weak: "Xiao Yan, you don't need to worry about me. I just feel a little tired, a little weary, that's all."
At that moment, the voices of several concubines could be heard outside, their words filled with disdain for Chen Feng'er.
"Have you heard? The queen gave birth to a stillborn child, and now she can't stand for long, only lying sick in bed."
"Yeah, it's really tragic. But for us, it's an opportunity. Even if the emperor loves her deeply, there's no guarantee he won't lose interest in her one day."
Chen Feng'er Hearing these words, her heart felt like it was being cut by a knife. She felt an unprecedented sense of loneliness and helplessness. She used to be the center of the harem, but now she had become the object of ridicule and contempt.
Xiao Yan Upon hearing this, was about to rush outside and angrily scold those ignorant concubines.
Chen Feng'er reached out to stop Xiao Yan's impulsive behavior, her eyes filled with helplessness and sadness: "Xiao Yan, there's no need. These words will only bring more pain. We are powerless to fight against these rumors in the harem."
Xiao Yan looked at her with aching heart, his eyes turning red: "Your Highness, is it really okay for you to endure this?"
Chen Feng'er sighed softly and shook her head slightly, " Xiao Yan, in the harem, we cannot do as we please. My fate is no longer in my own hands."
These words seemed to reflect the resignation of a once glorious empress to her fate, as well as a profound realization of the cruel reality of the harem.
She closed her eyes as tears silently slid down her cheeks. She knew that her fate had undergone an irreversible change.
During this difficult time, Chen Feng'er deeply experienced the cruelty and ruthlessness of the harem. She began to reflect on her past and contemplate her future.
"And Consort Sun is also under tremendous pressure as she is in charge of the affairs of the six palaces.
She came to Chen Feng'er's chamber and comforted her softly, 'Empress, please don't worry too much. Although the current situation is difficult, you are still our Great Zhou Empress, and we will always support you.'"
Chen Feng'er slightly opened her eyes and looked at Consort Sun with a hint of gratitude in her eyes: " Consort Sun, thank you. But I know that my position in the harem is no more. I am now just a forgotten waste in the corner."
Consort Sun held her hand firmly and said, "No, Your Highness, you will always be our empress. Whatever happens, we will stand by your side."
Chen Feng'er: "Thank you very much, Consort Sun. But I can only lie in this palace, unable to walk or take care of myself. I endure each day, feeling like life is not worth living."
Chen Feng'er's voice reveals endless despair, her eyes are unfocused, seemingly recalling past glory. The vines outside the window sway in the wind, as if interpreting her inner desolation.
Consort Sun Looking at her, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "Your Highness, life always has its ups and downs. Although you are in a difficult situation now, you were once the dazzling pearl of the harem. Your wisdom and courage are something that no one can take away."
Chen Feng'er Bitterly smiled: "Wisdom and courage? In this deceitful harem, they are of no use."
Consort Sun Gently holding her hand, I softly said, "Your Majesty, no matter what, we will accompany you and get through this difficult time together. Please believe that one day, everything will turn for the better."
Suddenly, footsteps were heard outside the palace chamber. A guard hurriedly entered and whispered, "Your Majesty, the Emperor is here."
Chen Feng'er flashed a hint of surprise in her eyes, she tried to adjust her posture, attempting to appear more dignified. Emperor Han Yu walked slowly into the bedroom, his eyes filled with concern and affection.
He walked to Chen Feng'er's bedside and gently asked, " Feng'er, how are you feeling today?"
Chen Feng'er took a deep breath and forced a faint smile, "Your Majesty, thank you for your concern. servants I am feeling slightly better today."
Emperor Han Yu looked at her pale face, filled with pain, " Feng'er, I truly regret not being able to protect you better in the past."
Chen Feng'er shook her head: "Your Majesty, this is not your fault. Fate is unpredictable for all of us."
A hint of determination flashed in Emperor Han Yu's eyes: "Feng'er, no matter what, I will do everything in my power to make your life in the harem better. I will find the best physician to treat you."
Chen Feng'er smiled faintly, but there was an indescribable bitterness in her heart. She knew that even if Emperor Han Yu tried his best, he could not change her current situation of being like a waste person.
As night fell, in the quiet palace, only Chen Feng'er was immersed in her own thoughts. She looked at the moonlight outside the window, filled with endless sadness and confusion in her heart.
I can never escape from this cold palace, and my heart will gradually be swallowed by this lonely and narrow space.
In this harem filled with conspiracy and power struggles, Chen Feng'er feels unprecedented powerlessness and despair.
Her life is like an endless nightmare from which she cannot awaken, and it seems that this nightmare will never end.
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