Chapter 1487: 1484: Entering the Palace

Chapter 1487: Chapter 1484: Entering the Palace

“Ms. Deng has always been proactive, naturally she has arrived, otherwise we would look ignorant.” Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi sneered, her expression showing a hint of amusement over the forthcoming drama: “I wonder if Ms. Deng is trying to please the Emperor because she feels guilty…”

“Ms. Qi, watch your words.” Empress Lin still maintained her gentle demeanor, even though she was reprimanding.

Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi saw her elevated position and felt contempt for their competition for favor, which made her grit her teeth in resentment. If she were the Empress, she wouldn’t need to compete for favor!

“Empress Sister is always so virtuous, but some people can never be virtuous no matter what.” Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi said with implied meaning.

Empress Lin did not respond, pretending not to understand.

Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi secretly resentful, her gaze turned and fell on Ye Muyu, who was following behind her. Ye Muyu can also be considered her enemy, as the downfall of the Qi family was not just due to the Liu family.

Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi squinted her eyes, covered her mouth and laughed: “Was Madam Chu invited to the palace by Empress Sister?”

“No.” Empress Lin understood her temperament very well, competitive and always causing trouble, often stepping on the Emperor’s boundaries. Today Madam Chu was summoned to the palace by the Emperor’s orders, no matter what, she had to protect her.

“Oh, she wasn’t invited by Empress Sister, could it be that the Emperor summoned her to the palace?” Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi sneered, covering her mouth as she laughed mockingly.

Empress Lin gave her a cool glance, “Madam Chu was indeed summoned to the palace by the Emperor, I am merely hosting her on his behalf.”

“Impossible!” Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi denied vehemently, her face full of shock, as if she couldn’t accept this.

Ye Muyu remained silent throughout, unwilling to get involved in the harem’s intrigues, naturally being prudent in her words. At this moment, she focused more on whether Elder Huo had met the Emperor.

Empress Lin seemed unperturbed by her reaction, merely reminded in a mild tone: “If Ms. Qi does not believe, you may ask the Emperor yourself.”

If she truly asked, it might anger the Emperor. Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi secretly hated Empress Lin for making a mockery of her, perhaps even trying to harm her. She would not fall for it!

Various thoughts arose in Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi’s mind, suddenly, her peripheral vision caught sight of a very unfamiliar young girl, immediately recalling the girl’s identity, the only daughter of the Chu family.

“Madam Chu, my apologies, I was just too surprised, after all, I heard Lord Chu had left the capital. Logically, the Emperor wouldn’t summon you now, hence my surprise, please don’t take it to heart.” Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi could adapt quickly, in the blink of an eye, her attitude toward Ye Muyu changed. No wonder she could hold favor in the palace for many years. If not for her previous obvious disdain, one might truly believe she was genuinely trying to befriend her now.

Ye Muyu smiled lightly: “Lady Zhao Yi, you flatter me. I understand, I would not think much of it.”

Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi was very satisfied with her response.

She then shifted the topic to Chu Ziluo: “Is this young girl Madam Chu’s daughter?”

“Miss Luo greets Lady Zhao Yi, Empress.” Chu Ziluo stepped forward upon hearing the words and greeted the two respectfully.

Empress Lin was about to speak.

Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi reacted quickly, reached out to support Chu Ziluo, and lightly patted her hand.