lcionline Chapter 690 Wearing the Phoenix Hairpin
Chapter 690 Wearing the Phoenix Hairpin
Looking at the beautiful women kneeling below, Shen Zhinian suddenly felt a sense of satisfaction in his heart!
She likes the feeling of being in a high position and also likes the taste of power in her hands!
It would be even better if the people kneeling respectfully before her were not the concubines, but... the ministers in the court!
Shen Zhinian's calm and slightly dignified voice slowly sounded from the main seat: "Everyone, get up."
"Give me a seat."
Everyone said in unison: "Thank you, Imperial Concubine Chen!"
After they sat down, they looked up and saw clearly what Concubine Chen was wearing today.
Shen Zhinian was wearing a gorgeous Shu brocade palace dress. From the patterns on it, one could tell that the embroidery was very exquisite.
On the hem and cuffs of her skirt, embroidered with blooming peonies in fine gold thread, each one was so lifelike that it seemed as if it was about to pop out of her dress.
The long skirt dragged on the ground, like the flowing rays of light in the sky. The bright and dazzling color made her look more noble.
The incense burner in the inner room was burning with incense, and the light smoke was like a veil. Shen Zhinian's eyes and eyebrows were a little lazy, but also imposing.
Her long jet-black hair was tied into a bun with a phoenix hairpin inlaid with gold and rubies. The seven-tailed golden phoenix flapped its wings and was about to fly, so gorgeous!
Many people's eyes fell on the phoenix hairpin, and their expressions changed.
Or envy, jealousy, or desire.
Because according to the palace rules of the Great Zhou Dynasty, only concubines and above could wear phoenix hairpins.
The imperial concubine wore a six-tailed phoenix hairpin.
The Imperial Noble Consort had the same status as the Vice Empress and wore an eight-tailed phoenix hairpin.
Only the Empress of the Central Palace can wear the Nine-tailed Phoenix Hairpin!
Although Shen Zhinian was a noble concubine, she had an additional title bestowed by the emperor and her status was far more noble than that of an ordinary noble concubine, so she could wear a seven-tailed phoenix hairpin.
Looking down, this face has eyebrows like distant mountains, eyes full of autumn water. The tail of the eye is slightly upturned, with a hint of red, containing an innate charm.
Her eyes are bright and shining as they move around, and it seems that an unintentional glance can make people lose their minds.
Liu Shiqing is a stunningly beautiful woman. When she was a royal concubine, she dressed up glamorously every day and was incredibly beautiful!
But compared with the current Concubine Chen, her appearance is not inferior, but she lacks some charm.
With Concubine Chen's looks and grace, it's no wonder that His Majesty is so obsessed with her.
She is the most charming peony in the harem, blooming with all kinds of charm that belongs to her!
Shen Zhinian is already a noble concubine, and Concubine Liang is now the one with the highest rank among the four concubines.
She looked at Shen Zhinian with a smile and said softly, "The status of a noble concubine who is given an additional title is comparable to that of an imperial concubine!"
"From now on, we will follow the teachings of Concubine Chen and assist you in serving His Majesty."
As soon as Concubine Liang finished speaking, many people echoed her, saying some nice polite words.
When Concubine Hao saw this scene, she felt even more distressed for Concubine Liang.
Concubine Liang had obviously suffered so much injustice, but she didn't show it at all in front of Concubine Chen.
In her opinion, the most sensible person in the harem is not Concubine Chen, but Concubine Liang.
It's a pity that His Majesty ignored the sensible and well-behaved Concubine Liang and insisted on favoring Concubine Chen...
Wu Changzai lowered his head and said nothing, but just shook his head in his heart.
Queen Liang's words seemed to be a compliment to Queen Chen, but in fact, they were directing everyone's hatred and jealousy towards Queen Chen.
After all, Imperial Concubine Chen is only an Imperial Concubine, but Imperial Concubine Liang said that she is almost as good as the Imperial Concubine with the same rank as the Vice Empress. This is an attempt to flatter Imperial Concubine Chen to death!
Shen Zhinian's eyes swept through everyone, and finally looked at Concubine Liang, and said with a smile: "Although there is only one character difference between Imperial Concubine and Concubine Chen, their status is very different."
"Liang Fei has served Your Majesty for much longer than I have, and she is an old hand in the palace. Logically, she should know the rules very well, so how could she say such a thing?"
"What exactly do palace rules mean to you?"
As Shen Zhinian finished speaking, the low-ranking concubines who had just agreed with Concubine Liang all turned pale with fear and lowered their heads, not daring to speak.
Concubine Liang's expression changed slightly, and then her eyes were filled with apology. She stood up and knelt on the ground: "I respect Concubine Chen very much in my heart. I don't know how to express my respect. This was a slip of the tongue. Please forgive me, Concubine Chen!"
Concubine Liang is very popular in the palace.
Many people were originally dissatisfied with Shen Zhinian because of the postponement of the audience today. Seeing that Concubine Liang was humble in front of her, they didn't dare to say anything, but they felt a little uncomfortable.
Shen Zhinian sneered in his heart.
Concubine Liang's tactic of retreating in order to advance put her in a good position in one fell swoop.
If it gets out, everyone will think that Shen Zhinian has just been promoted and is going to use the senior and high-ranking Concubine Liang as an example to establish his own prestige.
However, Concubine Liang still maintained her image of being non-confrontational, sensible and generous.
Shen Zhinian looked at her in surprise, frowning slightly, as if she was a little puzzled: "As the leader of all the concubines, I saw Concubine Liang speak out of turn, so I just reminded you, don't forget the palace rules."
"Why did you make such a big scene? Do you want all the sisters to think that I am bullying others and putting me in an unjust situation?"
Shen Zhinian pointed out Concubine Liang's purpose so clearly.
Although there are still many people who believe that Concubine Liang is a good person, there are still a few people who look at her with changed eyes.
"Your Highness, your words are too kind."
Concubine Liang explained gently: "You are right. I am an old lady in the palace. I should not forget the strict palace rules, and I should not speak out of turn in front of so many sisters."
"Your Highness, Concubine Chen, gave me this with good intentions, and you couldn't bear to punish me, but I feel bad about it."
"Take it back, and I will copy the palace rules ten times to warn myself and never break my promise again."
Concubine Liang's method of handling problems is truly flawless.
Shen Zhinian smiled and said, "If everyone in the palace was as sensible as Concubine Liang, Your Majesty and I would have fewer worries."
"Okay, get up."
Concubine Liang said respectfully, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Shen Zhinian would naturally not allow anyone to catch him in public.
She looked at everyone and said, "From now on, you all should learn from Concubine Liang, always keep in mind the palace rules and be alert. Don't let Your Majesty worry about the affairs of the harem while you are busy with government affairs."
Everyone stood up and said, "Your servants/concubines will follow the instructions of the Royal Concubine Chen!"
After this episode, Xiao Ming just walked in from outside, bowed beside Shen Zhinian and reported: "Your Majesty, Xiao Tianzi from Yikun Palace wants to see you."
Although Wangpin's confinement period has not passed, she is the adoptive mother of the Third Prince after all. Shen Zhinian cannot completely ignore her: "Let him in."
"Yes!"