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As time passed, the atmosphere in the palace gradually became more subtle.
Emperor Han Yu successively favored the daughters of high-ranking officials, including Su Wanyi, Lin Zhi Ruo, Wei Wanqing, and Li Yao, and each visit caused quite a stir in the palace.
The status of these concubines has thus been elevated, and their families have gained more attention and power as a result.
Several concubines became pregnant one after another, which pleased Emperor Han Yu. He specifically instructed Chen Feng'er to personally take care of these concubines and the newborn princes.
Zhou Dynasty Palace In a spacious and bright hall, sunlight shines through delicate window frames, illuminating the entire space.
Chen Feng'er Queen Sitting on a high chair, lightly caressing an embroidered scripture scroll, a faint worry is revealed between her brows.
"Your Majesty, Su Wanyi, Lin Zhi Ruo, Wei Wanqing, and Li Yao have all become pregnant successively. His Majesty has specially instructed that you personally take care of them," a palace maid reported in a low voice, with a hint of awe in her voice.
Chen Feng'er nodded gently, her expression calm but her heart in turmoil. She knew full well what this meant - the power structure in the palace would shift as a result.
"Spread my decree, instruct the kitchen and the Imperial Physician to pay special attention to their diet and physical condition. Whatever happens, their safety must be the priority," Chen Feng'er spoke with a resounding voice, displaying her determination and sense of responsibility as the queen.
The atmosphere in the palace became more subtle with this news. The status of the four concubines, Su Wanyi, Lin Zhi Ruo, Wei Wanqing, and Li Yao, has been elevated to the fourth rank of Yonghua, and their natal families have gained more attention and power as a result.
However, among these glamorous concubines, General Luo's daughter, Luo Ling, seems to have been forgotten.
Luo Ling's beauty and intelligence are no less than the other concubines, but the emperor seems to have never cast his gaze on her. Alone in her own palace, she faces the mirror, with a glint of discontent in her eyes.
"Why does the emperor always ignore me? I am not inferior to them!" Luo Ling said to her reflection in the mirror, her tone filled with dissatisfaction and jealousy.
Her maid, Xiao Lan, comforted her softly, "Fei-niang, your beauty and intelligence are unparalleled in the world. Perhaps the Emperor has just temporarily overlooked your strengths."
Luo Ling turned around with a determined look, "I must find a way to attract the Emperor's attention. I cannot be buried like this."
At the same time, Chen Feng'er was in her own palace, discussing with several concubines on how to take care of them. Her attitude was gentle yet firm, showing her dignity and kindness as the queen.
"Lady Su Wanyi, how is your health? Do you have any special needs?" Chen Feng'er asked with concern.
Su Wanyi smiled slightly and replied, "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I am in good health, but sometimes I have a poor appetite."
Chen Feng'er nodded and said, "That's very normal. I will instruct the kitchen to prepare some suitable food for pregnant women for you."
Lin Zhi Ruo seemed a little nervous and said softly, "Your Majesty, I am worried about the child's health."
Chen Feng'er comforted her, "Don't worry, the physicians at the Imperial Medical Bureau are experienced and will ensure the health of you and the child."
In this atmosphere, the concubines in the palace felt an unprecedented sense of security and care. Chen Feng'er was not only a dignified empress, but also a loving mother figure.
However, this harmony was not permanent. As time passed, the power dynamics in the palace began to quietly change. Luo Ling's dissatisfaction and jealousy grew in secret, and she began to look for opportunities to change her own destiny.
In a quiet garden at the Zhou Dynasty Palace, moonlight shines like water, illuminating the blooming flowers and emitting a faint fragrance.
Luo Ling stood alone in the midst of the flowers, her eyes shimmering with complex emotions. Just as she was immersed in her own thoughts, the figure of Emperor Han Yu appeared at the other end of the garden.
Luo Ling's heart tightened instantly, she knew this was a rare opportunity. She walked forward lightly, with a hint of humility and respect, and said, "Your Majesty, admiring the flowers at night, has its own unique charm."
Han Yu turned around and saw Luo Ling, slightly startled, then quickly regained composure: " beauty Luo, do you also like the flowers here?"
Luo Ling nodded, her voice gentle yet firm: "Yes, Your Majesty. The flowers here look especially charming in the moonlight, making one forget their worries."
Han Yu nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over Luo Ling, but his mind was elsewhere.
He knew that Luo Ling's father, General Luo, was his former subordinate and had made great contributions to the country. Therefore, even if he didn't have any special feelings for Luo Ling, he still had to give appropriate attention.
" beauty Luo, you seem to be in a good mood," Han Yu ventured to say.
Luo Ling felt a stir in her heart. She knew this was an opportunity to showcase herself, so she began to speak eloquently:
"Your Majesty, it is my greatest honor to meet you on such a night. However, sometimes I feel a little lonely. After all, how many people in this harem truly understand my heart?"
Han Yu listened, his brow slightly furrowed. He could sense the hidden ambition and dissatisfaction in Luo Ling's words. He knew clearly that Luo Ling was not a woman content with the status quo; she harbored greater ambitions and plans in her heart.
At that moment, a palace maid hurried over and whispered to Han Yu, "Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager is requesting your presence."
Upon hearing this, Han Yu felt relieved, as this was the perfect excuse for him to leave.
He nodded to Luo Ling and said, " beauty Luo, the conversation tonight was indeed pleasant, but the queen has summoned me, so I must take my leave. Take care of yourself."
Luo Ling smiled slightly, appearing respectful on the surface, but feeling dissatisfied in his heart.
She knew that the emperor's departure was not sincere, but rather a convenient excuse. She stood in the garden, watching the emperor's departure.
Under the moonlight, the beauty of the garden remained, but Luo Ling's thoughts were as deep and elusive as the night.
In this seemingly harmonious but secretly turbulent harem, everyone is striving for their own goals, and Luo Ling is no exception.
Emperor Han Yu stepped into Queen Chen Feng'er's bedroom, where the palace was softly lit and the atmosphere was tranquil. There was a hint of weariness in his expression, but more prominently, a sense of heavy responsibility.
Chen Feng'er rose to greet him, her eyes revealing deep concern. "Your Majesty, you have arrived."
Han Yu nodded, his gaze falling on Chen Feng'er, with a hint of satisfaction in his eyes. " Feng'er, you have worked hard these days. The affairs in the palace are numerous, especially now that several concubines are pregnant, requiring your extra attention."
Chen Feng'er smiled gently, her voice warm and resolute. "Your Majesty, this is my duty. I will do my best to take care of them and ensure their safety and that of their children."
Han Yu walked to the window, gazing at the night sky outside, and spoke with a hint of contemplation: "Feng'er, our Han clan is indeed lacking in descendants. I am already thirty years old, yet I have only three princesses, one of whom is already married, and no sons."
Chen Feng'er walked to Han Yu's side and said softly, "Your Majesty, the will of heaven is unpredictable. We can only do our best and listen to fate. There are several concubines in the palace who are pregnant now, perhaps there will be good news soon."
Han Yu turned around and looked at Chen Feng'er with a hint of gratitude in his eyes: "Feng'er, I deeply appreciate your understanding and support all this time. I know it hasn't been easy for you to accept me taking another consort, but for the sake of the Han clan's bloodline and the stability of the country, it is necessary."
Chen Feng'er gently held Han Yu's hand: "Your Majesty, I understand. As the empress, I will fulfill my duties and share your burdens. I only hope that the Han clan will soon have an heir to inherit the throne."
Two people sat facing each other, each with hope for the future and a sense of responsibility for the country in their eyes. On this quiet night, they deeply contemplated the future of the Zhou Dynasty and the continuation of the Han clan bloodline.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the palace, Luo Ling sat alone in her room, her heart filled with dissatisfaction and jealousy.
She knew that if she couldn't attract the emperor's attention, her position in the harem would never be elevated.
Luo Ling's eyes shimmered with determination, she had to find a way to change her own destiny.
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