Ming Shiyun and Concubine Hua got closer and closer, and sure enough, it set off a storm in the harem. Since then, more and more people have been running to Fenghua Palace. And Ming Shiyun slowly put up a shelf. Every day, I just choose two or three concubines to meet and chat at random according to my mood. And every three or five days. There's always an afternoon where she's not going to see anyone. Because she or Shu Linyu will visit each other at that time.

"You said the two of us had such a close relationship. Wouldn't anyone else think we actually had some unbreakable deal in private?" Remembering the rumors I heard a while ago. Ming Shiyun couldn't help but laugh.

"It doesn't matter what other people think. All I know. Your little girl's birthday party is going to be wonderful." The rumors that Ming Shiyun said Shu Linyu have not heard before. But that didn't seem like much to her." The emperor told me yesterday. I said I was going to give you a big surprise."

"Wow. The emperor just told you that he wanted to surprise me. You whispered to me about it. If only I had lost the surprise because I had been prepared. You said that the emperor should blame you for making him lose face."

"You will be poor. When I don't know what you're most concerned about right now is whether the emperor can do anything for your birthday banquet. I'm kind enough to tell you all the news I just heard. Instead, you will be beaten upside down. Oh, it's so kind that I can't repay it. I don't think I'll worry about you anymore."

"Oops. Sister Shu, don't either. Am I wrong?" Ming Shiyun laughed and pulled Shu Linyu's sleeve. The emperor can talk about the specifics. Good sister, tell me quickly. I'm itching."

"This emperor didn't say. But I look at the emperor's appearance. I don't think it's going to be a random thing. You're just waiting to receive a big gift. It must be satisfying and pleasantly surprised." Raised his hand and patted Ming Shiyun. Shu Linyu was also both happy and a little proud." That's right. You've now handed over the arrangements for the birthday banquet to Concubine Hua."

"I don't dare to leave things to her so big or small. It was Hua Guifei who took the initiative to take it. If you say yes, it's a birthday present for me." Ming Shiyun pursed her lips and smiled. She's amazed at that." Actually, I didn't expect her to do this for me. It seems that the face of the five princes is indeed quite big, isn't it?"

"I don't know whose face it is. But since she has no way to use herself to attract the emperor's favor. Then push out your biggest collaborator. It would also be a good thing to let her take advantage of the emperor's favor. You're so young after all. It's that background again. She can hold power in her hands. And all the glory is yours. When the time comes, it will mean that the entire harem and even the emperor will be in her control. This woman's abacus is no worse than that of the fifth prince. It's really a mother and daughter."

"I'm not going to fight for power anyway. I just need to hold the emperor's favor. It's enough to protect my hometown Antai. Just take what you need with her. Why not."

"It's too. The birthday banquet of Hua Guifei before was well and decent. It is unforgettable. Now she's worried about it for you. We can all rest easily."

"Heh. I'm idle all day long. But Sister Shu, you really have to have a good rest. The injury is just right. The Imperial Doctor told you to rest more."

"I see. You just tug at my wounds. I know that I rested because of the imperial doctor's sentence. It's been boring for a long time and can't go out and walk around. I'm almost depressed. Fortunately, I can come to your Fenghua Palace often. It's kind of a door to breathe." Shu Linyu shook her head helplessly. She's really going to get bored. But everyone was worried about her injuries. This is not allowed, that is not allowed. But it suffocated her.

"Oh, Sister Shu. Listen to what you say. It's like it's me."

"Didn't you say that if you get along for a long time, you will affect each other. Maybe I'm just affected by your little girl."

"It's all on my head. Sister Shu, you're bullying me again."

It's almost time for dinner. Ming Shiyun said goodbye and went back to Fenghua Palace. At noon, the eunuch came to report. said that the emperor would dine with her in Fenghua Palace tonight. Shu Linyu escorted her to the gate. Then he turned and turned back. He also instructed the maid to prepare dinner.

Because her wounds have only healed. Today's dishes in the kitchenette are still light. Since the rain lotus was taken away. The emperor gave her his imperial courtesy. Just let her keep it as a personal palace maid. Because of this incident, she also joked with Ming Shiyun. said that the Sang Chuyun beside her and Tang Wanyi beside her were simply a pair of sisters in distress. You can't do it well. I was arranged to be a personal palace maid for the concubines in the harem.

But Sang Chuyun is caring and knows how to serve people. After having her to take care of. Shu Linyu's life is twice as good. The injury also recovered much faster than expected.

That's it, too. After all, Yulian knows her well. To outsiders, it seems that she is very loyal. In the end, he didn't really see himself as a master. Where can I compare with Sang Chuyun?

Shu Linyu smiled faintly in her heart. Slowly put down the chopsticks.

"Alright. The main palace is used up. Let's take the rest down." Slowly wiped the corners of his mouth with the wet wipes handed over by Sang Chuyun. He took the tea he rinsed and cleared his mouth. Then put your hands in a basin of warm water that you just brought and wash them for a while. Sang Chuyun brought a dry new veil again. Affectionately wiped Shu Linyu's hands. That's when he stepped aside.

That's it. This is the life that harem concubines should have. The treatment that deserves. What's more, she is still one of the four concubines. Identity and status are even more incomparable.

But...... It's still lonely after all. After Yulian left. It's like even the only person who knows his true identity is no longer in the palace. It's hard for her to say something sincere. Although it is true to be friends with Ming Shiyun as sisters. But their own tasks. Objective. Those things to do. She couldn't say a word.

After retiring from the crowd. Shu Linyu sat in front of the dresser and quietly unwrapped the temple temples that had been held for a day. Slowly comb your hair one at a time. She loves to feel the feeling of her hair running through her hands. It seems that you can really feel that time is passing little by little. The mood can also be calmed down because of this.

Sang Chuyun was very good to her though. But Shu Linyu also knew that the emperor would not let his imperial Shangyi be his palace maid for no reason. When I came back from the Royal Garden, I could say that it was temporarily called. I'm afraid that I won't have anyone to take care of here. But after returning to the palace, you can send experienced palace maids over at will. You don't have to be wronged by the dignified Imperial Shangyi. I'm afraid that the five princes will take away the rain lotus. It also made them suspicious of themselves at the same time.

remembered that Sang Chuyun had inadvertently mentioned the maid brought in by Shu Linyu when she entered the palace. Shu Linyu was weak again. She's not really Shu Linyu. Naturally, he didn't dare to let someone who was familiar with Shu Linyu's habits come to serve. I found a reason early to let her only do some peripheral things that are not light or serious. The beautiful name is said to be distressed by the maid who accompanied him into the palace. I don't want her to be so tired of serving herself. But it's not an ordinary thing after all. This is the case today. I'm afraid it's easier to create doubts.

That's probably the reason for that. So far, I haven't sent anyone to contact me. Because she can't afford to make any mistakes right now. It is better to carefully find a way to clear up the involvement.

"Hey...... You can't just sit back and wait. Let them find out." Sighed softly. Shu Linyu slowly put down the comb. Look carefully at your hands.

A year ago. It was these hands that strangled the real Shu Linyu to death with his own hands. Take off her dough again. A flawless human skin mask was made. And then for the next ten days. She dreams every day. I dreamed of Shu Linyu's bloody face. I don't know when it started. She couldn't even remember the details of that day anymore. And the woman who was brutally skinned off by her. It has long been integrated into its own life. Now she looks in the mirror again. I won't feel like my face is unfamiliar anymore. Instead, I think. That's what you are.

A mask has been around for a long time. I can't take it off again. So have been with a person for a long time. Will it be inseparable again?

Thinking of the one who was in her good sister's palace at this time. Now he is also her beloved. Shu Linyu felt a little confused. She had come for revenge. also knows that Xiao Jingwu is just a greedy beauty. And not many sincere people will be let go. But sometimes she really can't control her feelings. Because after all, it was the man who now took control of her life and happiness. Every midnight dream. If you see him lying beside you. There will be a sense of stability in my heart. This kind of realization really made her unable to help but be frightened and confused.

But. At all costs. Since she was sent to the palace with the purpose of assassinating Xiao Jingwu. Now I can only stick to my own path no matter what. And now for her. The most important thing is not what I think of Xiao Jingwu. It's not that I have any thoughts about such a life. It's how to keep the five princes in charge of investigating the case and Xiao Jingwu, who has been paying attention to the assassination, from suspecting him. She wasn't worried that Yulian would betray herself, though. Or reveal something that shouldn't be said. But it's always time to plan ahead. Ready. In order to respond to all changes with the same.

"Looks like that...... I have to use Sister Shiyun to excuse me again...... Ay. Obviously, I want to be good sisters with you. It's a pity that I approached you with a purpose from the beginning. Now I can't get rid of it no matter what. Got along with you cleanly......"

Sentimental words. Sad woman. But no matter how sad it is. Shu Linyu knows it all. She didn't have any choice. There will be no retreat.