Steal my marriage? Turn around and marry the tyrant to take the throne

Chapter 1423 Do you regret raising the princess?

"Yes, it's the eldest princess' birthday today. Why should we refute her on such a small matter?"

"Her Majesty the Concubine Dun has always been generous, and Her Majesty the Concubine Gui is also very kind and gentle. I believe they will not disappoint the princess."

"..."

Hearing these discussions, Concubine Dun and Concubine Zhuang's expressions became increasingly ugly.

To outsiders, this was just a trivial matter. The eldest princess simply loved the two palace maids.

If they insist on not agreeing, others will think they are narrow-minded and unwilling to fulfill even such a trivial wish as the birthday boy's, which will only bring them criticism and damage their reputation.

They were now doomed to suffer this loss.

Although Concubine Dun was reluctant in her heart, she had no choice but to agree since the eldest princess had said so much in public.

Concubine Dun's face instantly covered with a doting smile again. She reached out and pinched the eldest princess's cheek affectionately, and said cheerfully, "Oh, I thought it was a big deal, but it turns out to be like this."

"They are just two palace maids. Since our little birthday girl asked for a birthday gift herself, how can I refuse? Here they are!"

"After the banquet is over, I will have them clean up and come serve you!"

She agreed readily, as if it were a trivial matter, without showing any reluctance at all.

If even Concubine Dun understood this, how could Concubine Zhuang not understand it?

She also showed a gentle smile at the right time, and followed Concubine Dun's words and said softly: "Since your Concubine Dun loves you so much, your mother will naturally obey you."

"But from now on, you must be more careful in disciplining the people around you, and don't let your Madam Dun down."

Seeing that Concubine Dun and Concubine Zhuang had agreed, the eldest princess immediately beamed with joy. The slight grievance she had just felt instantly vanished, and she quickly bowed and saluted: "Yun'er thanks Empress Dun! Thank you, mother!"

Seeing that the matter was resolved satisfactorily, everyone smiled and agreed, praising Concubine Dun for her generosity, Concubine Zhuang for her kindness, and the eldest princess for her filial piety.

For a moment, the hall returned to its previous bustle.

But no one saw the flash of cold hostility in Concubine Dun's eyes when she turned around to greet others, and the imperceptible haze in the depths of Concubine Zhuang's eyes when she lowered her eyes.

They had to swallow their anger, but each of them took note of it in their hearts.

The eldest princess was immersed in the joy of saving Queen Chun.

Shen Zhinian looked at the scene with a smile on his face.

The eldest princess is so innocent and sincere, she will open her heart to whoever she sets her eyes on.

This pure kindness was fatal to Concubine Zhuang. I wonder if Concubine Zhuang regrets raising the eldest princess to this day?

However... the eldest princess was able to ask Concubine Dun for Baharguli in public today because of her old hypocrisy, completely ignoring how embarrassing and passive this would put Concubine Zhuang.

Who will use me in the future and what unpredictable things will I do?

……

The Hall of Nourishing Heart.

Li Changde lowered his head and reported respectfully, "Your Majesty, the eldest princess' birthday banquet just ended in Changchun Palace."

"There was a small incident during the banquet. The eldest princess...begged for two people from Concubine Dun in public."

Nangong Xuanyu didn't even raise his head: "Oh?"

Li Changde said slowly, "It's the Baguan woman who now works in the Yikun Palace, and her former maid Yingxiang. The eldest princess said this was her birthday wish."

"Empress Dun seemed hesitant at first, but in front of so many relatives and ladies, the eldest princess spoke sincerely..."

"In the end, both Consort Dun and Consort Gui agreed. After the banquet, the Ba family, both master and servant, should have been relocated to Changchun Palace."

Li Changde did not add any judgment, but only stated the results.

Nangong Xuanyu slowly put down the red brush in his hand. He didn't immediately explode, and there wasn't even a hint of anger on his face. However, when his deep eyes raised, the coldness within them made the air around them seem to stagnate for a moment.

Yun'er was simple-minded and close to Baharguli, but if there was no one guiding and instigating her, she would never have thought of it, let alone openly making such a request at a birthday party.

Who else could it be besides Baharguli?

He kept her for the sake of long-term planning, so that he could pass some false news to King Jin through her at a critical moment.

But Baharguli actually dared to set her sights on Yun'er, using the innocence and kindness of a child to seek a way out for herself. This has already crossed the bottom line of the emperor's tolerance!

The coldness in Nangong Xuanyu's eyes gathered.

However, he knew in his heart that since Baharguli regarded the eldest princess as her support, she would be careful to maintain the relationship in the short term and would not do anything to harm the eldest princess, otherwise she would be seeking her own death.

However, this incident also served as a wake-up call for Nangong Xuanyu.

As for the King of Jin... we can't wait any longer at this leisurely pace!

We need to add more fuel to the fire to make the poisonous snake hiding in the dark show its weak spot faster.

The timing of closing the net needs to be reconsidered.

Nangong Xuanyu had long known about Prince Jin's ambitions. His eighth brother had never been a man who kept to himself.

However, to eliminate a prince known for his virtue, what is needed is not a thundering blow, but enough patience.

The emperor had begun his actions long ago, and everything was now underway. He just had to act in secret, not letting the King of Jin notice and alert the enemy.

Nangong Xuanyu looked at Li Changde and named several powerful and loyal officials. "...Send them to the palace to discuss matters immediately."

"Yes!"

Li Changde did not dare to delay for even a moment. He immediately bowed his head and accepted the order, then left the Yangxin Palace.

……

The main hall of Yiku Palace.

The atmosphere was as stagnant as if frozen.

Baharguli and Yingxiang each carried a small bag and stood in the hall with their heads bowed. They bowed and took their leave to Concubine Dun, who was sitting in the main seat with a sullen face.

"I thank the Empress Consort Dun for your care these days!"

Baharguli's voice was neither too high nor too low, and her posture seemed humble, but the slightly raised ending tone revealed her undisguised pride.

Concubine Dun's fingers on the armrest suddenly tightened, her heart filled with anger!

This tribute from a foreign land actually dared to reveal such hidden pride in front of her!

Concubine Dun's beautiful face was covered with a layer of frost, and her eyes were filled with deep resentment: "I'm afraid you haven't had enough of my 'care' yet!"

After she finished speaking, she leaned forward slightly, her voice as if poisoned, and spoke word by word, "Baharguli, remember this: just because you can leave Yikun Palace today, it doesn't mean you can rest easy."

"There's a long way to go, let's wait and see!"

Upon hearing this, Baharguli was not afraid. Instead, she raised her eyelids slightly, with a hint of sneer in her eyes.

She curled her lips slightly and said, "I will always remember the kindness of Concubine Dun. If I have the chance one day, I will definitely repay her!"