Five years after her death, she awoke on the dragon bed.

Chapter 198 Celebrating her return to secular life

When the group returned to the palace, Murong was nowhere to be seen.

Exhausted, Liang Wanying returned to Quanfu Palace. Recalling the scene of Lou Suying and Empress Dowager Chen chatting happily, she felt depressed and unable to shake off her feelings.

No wonder some people would go to any lengths to get rid of Lou Suyi. She used to think it was unnecessary to do such a thing, simply because she believed that the best weapon against men was beauty and seduction.

As long as she gains Murong's favor, becomes the one in his palm, and conceives the imperial heir, she will be invincible in the harem. Why bother with all that trouble and dirty her hands?

If the scheme is exposed, it will cost you and your entire family dearly, making it a bad deal.

But after witnessing Lou Suyi's methods of ingratiating herself with Empress Dowager Chen today, she realized that she had underestimated Lou Suyi.

This damned nun is indeed quite capable. Not only did she manage to gain the special favor of the troublesome old woman, Empress Dowager Chen, but she also managed to sleep with Murong, a man who was not interested in women. And considering she was a nun, now that I think about it, Lou Suying's skills in seducing men are even better than hers.

"Mo Lan, what do you think if I were to devise a way to kill Lou Suyi?" Liang Wanying said to Mo Lan, who was pouring tea.

Mo Lan's hand trembled, and she looked at her mistress: "Your Majesty has always thought this was the worst method, what's wrong this time?"

"I still think this is the worst method, but this nun is really an eyesore. How come she was able to climb into the dragon's bed and give birth to His Majesty's child? And how did she manage to win the favor of that old hag, the Empress Dowager?" Liang Wanying was displeased.

Why should that dead nun be able to do what she can't?
“Actually, this is not hard to understand. Back then, Miss Lou saved His Majesty's life once, and His Majesty, grateful for Miss Lou's life-saving grace, chose her as his concubine. Now, Miss Lou has saved the Empress Dowager, so it is only natural that the Empress Dowager treats Miss Lou better. Your Majesty must not let this matter throw you off balance. In terms of favor, Your Majesty is unique in this harem; no one can compare.” Mo Lan admired her mistress greatly.

"You say my favor in the harem is unmatched by anyone else, but why don't I even have the chance to be chosen by His Majesty?" Liang Wanying sighed softly.

Now that she's back in the palace, Murong is back to being busy, making it even harder for her to see him, let alone have him sleep with her.

A woman's beauty and youth are fleeting, and she was anxious.

Mo Lan was speechless.

In truth, she couldn't understand why this was the case. His Majesty had disregarded public opinion and conferred the title of Consort Hui upon his mistress. Even though the Empress Dowager objected, His Majesty still made this decision by his own will.

However, His Majesty simply refuses to favor the Empress. Not only the Empress, but the other ladies of the harem also fail to receive His Majesty's favor, which is highly illogical.

If no one is favored, one might suspect that His Majesty has some problem, but didn't Abbess Kongchen give birth to His Majesty's child?

Surely His Majesty doesn't actually value Abbess Kongchen the most?
As soon as the idea came to her, she felt it wasn't right.

If His Majesty truly values ​​Abbess Kongchen, why hasn't he even granted her a title? Lou Suying is currently left in the harem without a name or status, which is rather awkward.

Moreover, after Lou Suyi gave birth to the little prince, His Majesty rarely visited Xianfu Palace, sometimes not even once every ten days or half a month.

But now that Lou Suyi has saved Empress Dowager Chen, will she return to His Majesty's sight?
"The emperor's heart is unfathomable, and this servant cannot guess His Majesty's thoughts." Mo Lan quickly perked up again. "At least His Majesty is unwilling to even grant a title to Abbess Kongchen, which shows that she is not a threat." "I think Lou Suying is very good at pleasing the Empress Dowager. If the Empress Dowager were to advise him, His Majesty might just give Lou Suying a title." Liang Wanying said, becoming even more frustrated.

In fact, she guessed correctly; Empress Dowager Chen did indeed have the idea of ​​persuading the emperor.

She had just returned to the palace when she went to the Qianqing Palace and asked Murong directly what his plans were.

Murong pondered for a moment before replying, "I have no plans for the time being."

Empress Dowager Chen laughed in anger upon hearing this: "She saved our lives and gave birth to Chen'er. She has made great contributions. How can you not even give her a title?"

Even if someone is dressed simply and elegantly, wouldn't they still feel it's unfair?

"Mother, there's no need for further words. Your son understands the situation," Murong said calmly.

Empress Dowager Chen frowned as she looked at Murong: "Are you sure you know what you're doing?"

Murong chuckled: "Confirmed."

Empress Dowager Chen couldn't help but say a few more words: "Son, you can't take advantage of Su Yi's honest and simple nature to bully her. She is indeed kind-hearted, but she can also be disheartened at times."

“Isn’t it because Mother is here? When I’m busy, Mother looks after Suyi and Chen’er. I feel very reassured entrusting them to Mother’s care,” Murong Surong said.

Empress Dowager Chen looked at Murong with a complicated expression, realizing that he was not joking.

Now that things have come to this, she couldn't say much more: "It's good that the Emperor understands. I'll say it again, don't let them, mother and son, feel disheartened. Chen'er is still young now. If he grows up and knows that you've treated his own mother poorly, I'm afraid he'll also harbor resentment towards you..."

She went on and on, but Murong wasn't displeased; he simply responded with a few words.

Empress Dowager Chen sighed softly, unsure whether he had taken her words to heart.

As Fangruo walked out of Qianqing Palace, she saw Empress Dowager Chen still scolding the Emperor and said with a smile, "His Majesty said that he would entrust Miss Lou and the young prince to Your Highness's care, which means he trusts Your Highness. This servant thinks that His Majesty is a man of his own mind, and there must be some reason why he has not yet given Miss Lou a title. These things cannot be rushed. With Your Highness's care, no one will dare to disrespect Miss Lou and her child."

Given the young prince's noble status, who would dare to disrespect him, except for those with wicked intentions?
Empress Dowager Chen thought about it and agreed. If anyone dared to cause trouble at Xianfu Palace, she could simply bring Su Yi and her son to live in Shou'an Palace.

"Actually, what I'm worried about is Your Highness. During your trip to Yi Garden, someone tried to harm you, and that person was hiding in the shadows. Your Highness must be very careful," Fangruo said with concern.

"Yes, you've reminded me. This time, carefully investigate the ten concubines who accompanied the emperor, examine their pasts, and perhaps you can find some clues." Empress Dowager Chen felt this matter was of utmost importance.

"Your Majesty's instructions are too late. Jiqing had already informed me beforehand that His Majesty had secretly ordered people to investigate the past of the ten concubines while he was at Yiyuan. If anything is found, Jiqing will inform me immediately. In the meantime, Shou'an Palace needs to strengthen its defenses," Fangruo replied in a low voice.

Empress Dowager Chen nodded: "By the way, also tell Suyi to be careful. Not only Chen'er, but she herself should also be careful not to be plotted against. She saved me this time, so tomorrow you can pick out some jewelry that young ladies like and send it to her. She has already grown her hair out, so from now on she should stop wearing monk's robes. Order the Clothing Bureau to make some fashionable clothes for Suyi, as a way to celebrate her return to secular life."