Chapter 347: Chapter 13: Princess (Part 13)

The Fifth Princess heard the Third Prince speak like this and became angry: “Brother, I am your true sister. Why are you always supporting Xiao Six?”

The Third Prince reached out his hand and patted the Fifth Princess’s head: “Yes, yes, Xiao Wu is Brother’s most cherished sister. Xiao Wu, Xiao Six is also pitiful. Her mother is gone, and Eldest Brother doesn’t care about her. You have your mother and Brother; don’t be jealous of Xiao Six, understand?”

“The main thing is, has Xiao Six ever done anything to you?”

The Fifth Princess was momentarily stunned. Indeed, Xiao Six was favored by Father, but she never actively targeted others or acted overbearing.

Yet inexplicably, she just couldn’t stand Xiao Six. Why, being the same daughter of Father, was she so dazzling while herself couldn’t tolerate her?

With her Brother, the Fifth Princess always was relatively obedient, especially when her Brother looked at her with his gentle eyes, she had no resistance at all.

After leaving the Third Prince’s place, the Fifth Princess walked towards her own Qingluan Palace.

As she walked, she just happened to run into Princess Consort Yun.

Princess Consort Yun had only been in the palace for two years, yet deeply favored by the Emperor; now pregnant, her status had risen, and her temper had escalated, but in front of Father, she put on an act of gentleness and virtue, truly disgusting.

Father is in his prime now; it’s still uncertain whose home the position of Crown Prince will belong to. If Princess Consort Yun has a son, it would pose another threat to Third Brother.

Her mother was no longer cherished in front of Father; if Princess Consort Yun remained favored, the time could come…

The Fifth Princess frowned but remained quiet, stepped forward, and paid her respects before leaving with her retinue.

A pregnant Princess Consort Yun, she could not afford to provoke. If anything happened, ten mouths before Father wouldn’t be able to explain it.

The Fifth Princess’s eyes suddenly brightened.

Xiao Six is always favored; if Xiao Six made Princess Consort Yun lose the child, whom would Father favor?

No matter how much Father favored Xiao Six, surely there would be a thorn in his heart?

This was a plan killing two birds with one stone; it could deprive Princess Consort Yun of her child and make Xiao Six fall out of favor.

The Fifth Princess felt she had found a good plan, but she also knew her abilities. Naturally, she couldn’t go to Brother for this; if she did, Brother would surely scold her.

The Fifth Princess thought and went to find Princess Consort Lan.

Princess Consort Lan had been in the palace for a long time and had her connections.

Hearing the Fifth Princess’s words, she hesitated in her eyes.

She knew the Emperor’s critical point; offspring were the Emperor’s untouchable critical point. If anyone dared harm his children, the Emperor would ensure that person regretted it.

There was once a Noble Consort, who relying on her pregnancy, went against another pregnant concubine, causing her to lose her baby along with her life.

Consequently, after that Noble Consort gave birth, the Emperor directly threw her into the Cold Palace, and the child was entrusted to the Empress Dowager to raise.

But Xiao Zheng’s proposal was too enticing; if exercised with caution and perfect execution, it would be Xiao Six’s doing, with no involvement of them, and it could knock the arrogant Princess Consort Yun down while causing the Sixth Princess to fall out of favor, how good that is.

Maybe His Majesty would see the good in Xiao Wu, and there’d be one less competitor for their son, how great!

The mother and daughter plotted together, and Princess Consort Lan began her maneuvers.

Li Shuning was well aware of how complex the women in the harem were. On regular days, she would avoid going out.

However, today she had no choice. Several days ago, the Second Prince had been bestowed the title of Prince Ning, and the Emperor had already arranged his marriage, precisely the Crown Princess Consort in the plot.

Yesterday, Prince Ning held his wedding, and Li Shuning even sent gifts; today, Prince Ning and Princess Ning entered the palace to express their gratitude. As the Imperial Sister, she was obliged to make an appearance.

Li Shuning changed into a pale green garment, looking poised and beautiful.

Her skin was snow-white, and the green outfit complemented it, making her look like a radiant being. Even the palace maids along the way couldn’t help but sneak a peek at Li Shuning.

When Li Shuning arrived at Yongyi Palace, the palace’s concubines were all present.

Unmarried princesses were also there.

Since the Empress’s passing, the Emperor had not appointed another, and the harem was temporarily managed by Princess Consort Yu.

Prince Ning’s wedding naturally called for Princess Consort Yu to create a grand scene for her son; hence, Prince Ning and Princess Ning’s entrance to the palace to express gratitude needed to be a distinguished affair, gathering everyone in Yongyi Palace.

Even Princess Lian had been invited in.

Li Shuning’s arrival stirred up some excitement, and then everyone sat down, awaiting the arrival of the newlyweds.

Li Shuning secretly observed Su Zi.

It’s been almost half a year since the last meeting in the Imperial Garden, this imperial sister-in-law’s complexion seemed not good at all.

Su Zi originally looked quite beautiful; now, however, she appeared somewhat haggard and sallow. If she were a man, she’d likely not find Su Zi attractive now.

Compared to the plot’s charming Su Zi, it’s evident that the current Su Zi isn’t living well.

Indeed, once a darling daughter, now she had to manage household affairs, working hard on various matters. Once heavily favored, even with a legitimate wife, she was cherished, but now, although she got her way, as a Legitimate Wife, she had to generously let Prince Lian take concubines. Men, especially a scoundrel like Prince Lian, without those regrets, with prettier concubines, how could he’d put his heart on Su Zi?

If Su Zi weren’t needed, then…

Li Shuning quietly rejoiced; this was the result she wanted.

Compared to the acts of that Noble Consort in the plot, Su Zi’s current suffering was far from enough.

Although Li Shuning’s attention was on Su Zi, her spiritual power was broad, observing everyone in the room, as after all, none in the harem were simple, anyone could plot against another at any moment.

Naturally, she also noticed Li Shuzheng frequently glancing at her.

Slightly furrowing her eyebrows, what was this Imperial Sister up to?

Princess Consort Yun arrived later, and Li Shuning noted that the Fifth Princess’s attention was again focused on Princess Consort Yun. Though her expression was subtle, Li Shuning saw with her spiritual power the schadenfreude on the Fifth Princess’s face.

Li Shuning frowned internally, what was she gloating about?

Then she saw the Fifth Princess looking at her with a hint of pity.

Li Shuning had some understanding; they were likely plotting something, involving her and Princess Consort Yun.

Princess Consort Yun was arrogant, in disagreement with everyone, naturally the same with Li Shuning.

If Li Shuning hadn’t been the Emperor’s most beloved Princess, Princess Consort Yun would’ve stepped on her a few times.

Princess Consort Yun was now pregnant; if plotting against them, it must be targeting her pregnancy.

Li Shuning focused her spiritual power keenly.

Speaking of which, her harmonious relationship with the Emperor was the result of her diligent efforts, doing everything an excellent daughter should, pleasing, relying, being kind, spotless.

If disturbed, with a rift between father and daughter, it would be troublesome.

After all, being a favored princess and an unfavored princess is entirely different.

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