mtl008 Chapter 302 Conspiracy
Chapter 302 Conspiracy
Huanbi's words were filled with anger and despair.
She secretly swore in her heart that if Prince Guo was unkind, she would make him suffer even if it meant her death.
Prince Guo, who was completely unaware of the situation, looked at the small cloth bag that Huanbi was holding tightly in her arms, and a faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.
It seems that the information he investigated was true. Huanbi, who was born a maid, was indeed vain and greedy for money.
"Mr. He, please calm down first. This matter is of great importance. I must tell you."
Huanbi, with tears in her eyes, heard his deep worry and slowly looked up.
"What do you want to say?"
Could it be that someone wanted to expose her mother as a criminal?
Or was it that her act of drugging Zhen Huan on the orders of the deposed queen was exposed?
Huanbi thought about her helpless behavior and felt that she had not left any loopholes.
Prince Guo looked at her with pity and handed her another clean handkerchief.
"I hate to see beautiful women crying. Please wipe them first."
Huanbi took the handkerchief silently, wiped it a few times, and stared at him closely.
"What the prince said should be related to me."
"Mrs. He is indeed very clever. What I am about to say next concerns your future."
Prince Guo spoke slowly.
"Looking at my brother's harem, there are only three ways to advance in rank: one is to have a prominent family background; the second is to be favored by the emperor; the third is to have children."
"Your Highness is absolutely right. Consort Lan from the Empress Dowager's family, Consort Wan who asked to leave the palace, and Consort Shu who rose through the ranks were indeed able to rise to higher positions thanks to these things."
Huanbi felt sad, as she had none of these three qualities.
Prince Guo was too bad at speaking and only hit her where it hurt.
The noble lady Qi, who took pleasure in bullying her all day long, had become a noble lady with a title simply by relying on her family background, and she suppressed her everywhere, making her unable to raise her head.
"Noble Lady He, your analysis is correct. Please forgive my bluntness, but my brother is extremely stingy with positions. If you want to rise in rank, you can only follow the path of Noble Concubine Shu."
"Since ancient times, there have been many examples of mothers being honored by their children. I believe you will definitely be able to hold a high position."
Huanbi's eyes lit up, as Prince Guo's idea coincided with hers.
But she had been taking care of herself for some time, but there was no movement in her stomach.
Prince Guo took in Huanbi's expression and continued.
"When I was young and weak, I was a frequent visitor to the Imperial Hospital. I was fortunate to become a close friend of a certain imperial physician."
"When he was drunk, he accidentally revealed that you have a cold body and it is extremely difficult to get pregnant."
When Huanbi heard this, she sat up straight instantly and said in horror.
"I've never touched anything cold before. Could it be that someone has set me up?"
"The harems of emperors throughout history have always been plagued by conflict. Vicious deeds against the bodies of evildoers often occur, and even worse, some people lose their lives."
Prince Guo ignored Huanbi's trembling body and continued to add.
"Emperor Yongle of the previous dynasty moved the capital to Beijing. I don't know how many years have passed since then. In this huge harem, perhaps there is an innocent soul with every step."
"I already owe you a lot, and I can't just sit back and watch you waste your time in the palace."
"Your body can still be recuperated..."
"Your Majesty, are you sure my body can be saved?"
Huanbi stared at Prince Guo expectantly as if she had grabbed a life-saving straw.
He smiled and nodded under the other person's gaze.
"I have asked someone to prepare some pills for your recovery. Once they are ready, they will be sent to the palace."
"You just need to take the pills on time, and you will get what you want."
"Thank you for telling me, Your Majesty."
Huanbi really couldn't say the four words "I'm so grateful".
"Mr. He, you don't have to be so polite. I always hope that you will live well."
Prince Guo took out a translucent jade pendant from his bosom, which emitted a warm glow, and handed it to Huanbi.
"My brother the Emperor is very suspicious and has always been eyeing the other brothers covetously. To protect myself, I have always devoted myself to the mountains and rivers, and I am destined not to stay in the capital for long."
"This is the jade pendant my mother left me. I'm giving it to you now. If you need anything in the future, please send someone to find my housekeeper. He will do anything for you."
Huanbi took the jade pendant with her body temperature, her hands trembling slightly.
The connections outside the palace were something she couldn't refuse.
She looked at Prince Guo silently, feeling mixed emotions.
The man in front of her caused turmoil in her peaceful life, but he made careful arrangements afterwards.
"Why did you give me the jade pendant? Aren't you afraid that I would expose you to the Emperor?"
Huanbi bit her lip and finally asked the question in her mind.
Prince Guo smiled slightly, but there was a hint of loss in his smile.
"Maybe it's because you're the only person I can trust in this palace."
"That stunning glimpse at the palace banquet that year, you..."
"Forget it! It's all impossible now, so I'd better not cause you any more trouble."
The bitterness on Prince Guo's face flashed away, and he changed the subject.
"My dear He, I have been with my brother for many years and I know him quite well. Please listen to me as I explain..."
"These are all my observations. If you follow what I say, I'm sure you'll leave a good impression on my brother."
"It's getting late, I should leave now."
"I apologize for disturbing you tonight."
After he said this, he stood up and closed the curtain again.
As Huanbi listened to the footsteps receding outside, an inexplicable emotion surged in her heart.
Everything Prince Guo did was truly to compensate her.
Apart from her mother, no one has ever cared about her so wholeheartedly.
Huanbi lay in the brocade quilt holding the small cloth bag, unable to fall asleep for a long time.
After an unknown amount of time, she was awakened by the sound of slight footsteps outside the window.
When she opened the curtain, she found that it was still dark and she breathed a sigh of relief.
Remembering that Prince Guo said Fubao was sleeping soundly, she quickly got up, put on her cloak and went to call for help.
"Fubao, Fubao, it's time to get up!"
Fubao, exhausted, struggled to open her eyelids and dimly saw the young lady's face. She jumped with fright.
"This servant deserves death, please forgive me, my lord!"
Glancing at the sky outside, Fubao kowtowed and begged for mercy.
She did nothing yesterday, but slept so soundly. According to palace rules, she should be beaten with a stick.
"Fubao, I also chose my own bed last night, and I'm sure you are the same."
"I have never been a strict person. Please get up and help me wash up."
Knowing that Fubao got up late, Huanbi did not pursue the matter further.
Fubao is her most useful confidant, and Huanbi doesn't want to disappoint her.
"My lady, I will get up immediately. You are wearing thin clothes, please go back to the inner room quickly."
After Fubao kowtowed to express his gratitude, he couldn't help but urge him.
When Fubao saw the dark circles under the young lady's eyes while putting on makeup, he applied a few more layers of powder without hesitation to cover them up.