Do Not Offend the Reborn Wicked Wife

Chapter 918: Chapter 918: She Can Do as She Pleases!

Lixiu Palace.

Empress Dowager Li sat in the main seat, her face cold, while below her were Princess Consort Qin and some of her trusted concubines.

These people, some were Qi Yun’s concubines, and some were Qi Junlian’s concubines, but they all belonged to Empress Dowager Li.

They followed her lead!

"Imperial Concubine, recently the secret agents from Yulong Pavilion have been frequently active in the palace, they’re watching us!"

One palace concubine spoke, with a very unfriendly expression.

Being watched from head to toe, who can be happy about that?

"Isn’t it? The Regent King is overstepping his bounds!"

"What can we do? We’re just concubines of the harem, while he’s the Regent King of the previous dynasty, having assisted both the Supreme Emperor and Your Majesty before. Now, again assisting the new Emperor, tsk, tsk, tsk, a minister for three reigns!"

One concubine spoke with much sarcasm.

Afterward, she glanced at Empress Dowager Li and found that her eyes were filled with bloodshot lines, clearly from anger!

Thinking about it carefully, can one not be angry?

As the legitimate master of the harem, her every move is being watched—what sense does that make?

"The Regent King, after all, is the Regent King who manages all court affairs. But truly, he seems idle, watching even over the harem—could he have other intentions toward us concubines?"

One bold concubine said this, drawing laughter from everyone.

She intended to lighten the mood and create some comic relief. Unfortunately, Empress Dowager Li was in a foul mood that day. Unable to handle jokes, she coldly commanded, "Get out!"

The concubine immediately froze like a cicada in cold weather and quickly knelt to apologize.

"Out!"

Empress Dowager Li still coldly commanded her.

The palace concubine, seeing Empress Dowager Li’s icy expression, dared not linger further and hurriedly left.

"Imperial Concubine, Consort Chen spoke hastily without any ill intent; please do not be angered."

After that concubine left, someone advised Empress Dowager Li, who then realized her previous attitude had been too harsh. Given the current need for support, alienation was inadvisable.

"Enough. I was too angry earlier, but I shouldn’t have implicated others. Send some gifts to Consort Chen later; let’s not let her panic too much."

"Then, I thank you on behalf of Consort Chen for your kindness, Imperial Concubine!"

Empress Dowager Li waved her hand, indicating they could leave. However, her gaze followed the backs of several departing concubines, and she narrowed her eyes.

Princess Consort Qin remained; she managed to catch her son Qi Jinglin there and only approached after everyone had left to say, "Imperial Concubine, the Crown Prince... regarding that day’s events, will he hold a grudge?"

She spoke with caution and stole a glance at Empress Dowager Li.

Empress Dowager Li lifted the teacup and gently sipped, smiling faintly, "Will he hold a grudge or not? Ultimately, I’m his Imperial Grandmother; what can he do to me? Hahaha..."

Empress Dowager Li laughed brazenly. Her nerve came from being the Emperor’s mother, the new Emperor’s grandmother after all.

No matter what mistakes she made, or how resentful her actions were, the rules were set—who can do anything to her?

Dazhou was governed by filial piety. If even the Emperor disrespected his grandmother, what should others do?

Thus, as an Emperor, he must show respect to his elders.

With this in mind, Empress Dowager Li needn’t worry about Qi Jingyu doing anything to her!

"Three days from now is the coronation ceremony. You must be careful not to let anyone grasp any unfavorable handle on you, otherwise, they’ll turn nothing into something!"

"Please rest assured, Imperial Concubine. We will manage it well."

"Alright, then! The weather is hot, and I’m tired. You may all withdraw!"

"Yes!"

The weather is gradually heating up, but thankfully, it’s not too unbearable.

Three days later.

The Imperial Palace was decorated grandly, with an extraordinary ceremony.

The new Emperor’s coronation!

It was rather surprising; the previous new Emperor reigned only for five years, and now, there was a new one.

Actually, every time an Emperor passed away, it became a headache for the ministers, as it meant constructing an Imperial Mausoleum and using a large sum of money.

If an Emperor dies too frequently, the country’s National Treasury will become depleted, as every Emperor requires building a large Imperial Mausoleum, consuming substantial Silver and manpower, causing hardship for the people.

Thus, when the new Emperor ascends, many ministers pray this Emperor will reign for several years; otherwise, Dazhou’s treasury will be exhausted.

The coronation ceremony was personally hosted by Li Qingmu. He did this to prevent any unexpected issues; his presence deters many petty elements.

Fortunately, the coronation ceremony proceeded smoothly, without any unpleasantness from Empress Dowager Li’s side, allowing Qi Jingyu to ascend the throne successfully.

Additionally, following Empress Dowager Li’s wishes, Qi Jingyu married the woman she had designated as his Empress, thus preventing Empress Dowager Li from having further thoughts of removing him.

Spring passed and autumn came; in the blink of an eye, three years swiftly passed.

Time truly flies, evoking the thought of a fleeting white colt.

Qi Jingyu had been ruling for three years, now much more mature compared to his youthful self back then.

Outside, the snow fell in dense waves, while a carriage slowly pulled up at the gate of the Mu Prince Mansion.

"Your Majesty, we’ve arrived!"

An eunuch respectfully greeted the man inside the carriage, after which someone from the mansion came out to welcome him.

"Has His Majesty arrived? Hurry, the Prince and Princess Consort are already waiting in the backyard!"

Ning Xiang came out to greet him.

Long Yue had always wanted to find a husband for Ning Xiang, but the girl insisted that she didn’t want to marry, preferring to remain comfortably beside the Princess Consort.

Long Yue was helpless about this; she was someone who fiercely protected those who were kind to her, always wishing for their well-being.

Thus, she sincerely wished to find Ning Xiang a good family to marry into.

"Okay."

Qi Jingyu was particularly friendly to everyone at Mu Prince Mansion. Nodding, he walked with his hands behind him, confidently passing through the mansion gates.

Backyard.

Today was Rui’er’s eighth birthday, so Long Yue specifically invited some close relations to celebrate with drinks and joy, including Qi Jingyu.

Qi Jingyu had just become a father this past spring, thanks to the woman appointed by Empress Dowager Li, and his newborn had already been designated as Crown Prince.

This alleviated the initially tense relationship considerably.

However, between a grandmother and grandson, gaps inevitably developed, making Li Qingmu and Long Yue his preferred confidantes nowadays.

Li Qingmu was his Imperial Uncle, seldom interfering yet equally thorough with his guidance when necessary.

Long Yue was his Imperial Aunt, often helping him analyze emotional matters. She even gifted many embroidered items she made when his son was born.

This Imperial Aunt was once very skilled at embroidery, though she gradually ceased due to the shift in status. Now to receive her embroidery items was a rare treat.

Arriving in the backyard, Long Yue and Li Qingmu were already waiting, with several children playing around—these were the children of some servants from the mansion.

This Prince and Princess Consort were generous people, hence allowing these children to play freely in the mansion.

"Greetings, Imperial Uncle, Imperial Aunt."

Upon entering, Qi Jingyu immediately greeted them.