Shi Yu Yin made great contributions in these two matters and cleared her own name, the Emperor naturally rewarded her without exception, Shi Yu Yin restored her position as imperial consort.

  The great power of the harem is still temporarily in Chu Lian's hands.

  Of course, Chu Lian would turn up her nose at this.

  The queen had done it before, and she simply looked down on the power of coordinating the six palaces. As for Shi Yu Yin's return, she also seemed very calm.

  At first, she and Qing saved Shi Yu Yin in the Cold Palace, promising to help her. She had already anticipated today's events. However, she didn't really have a kind heart when saving her; rather, she was unwilling to see her own enemy die so easily at someone else's hands. Shi Yu Yin would always be within her grasp.

  The play hasn't ended yet.

  Chu Lian was staying in the Yuxuan Palace, and her days were indeed somewhat dull. Without Yuan Mengdie, and although Shi Yu Yin had recovered her position as imperial consort, she had previously been demoted to a cold palace and nearly killed, which made her feel rather unlucky. The Emperor gave her a separate residence, but ultimately did not restore his favor towards her, instead often staying overnight in the Yuxuan Palace.

  Chu Lian was unwilling to face Xū Róng, but had no choice but to deal with him, which made Liú Shāng suffer, as he always bore the suffering for her.

  Every time it's late at night, Chu Lian feels a sense of discomfort in her heart.

  It's rare for the palace to regain a sense of peace. Chu Lian quietly waited, but all this was just the calm before the storm.

  She thought for a moment, feeling that Shi Yuyin had indeed restored her identity as Yu Guifei, and it was only right to let her restore her former favor. She wanted to let Shi Yuyin fall from the height of her glory, taste all the bitterness, and then get rid of her.

  Everything she had received would be returned in full.

  On this day, the weather was still good. Chu Lianruo rarely took the initiative to bring Si Wei and Qingqing to Shi Yuyin's palace.

  Shi Yu Yin has been listless since returning here, without the emperor's favor. She was originally of low birth and after experiencing those things, even now as one of the highest-ranking consorts, she doesn't dare to act rashly again.

  One wrong step and the whole situation is lost.

  Shi Yu Yin had gone through a lot and became much more cautious, she waited quietly for opportunities, even if she couldn't get the same favor as before, she wanted to make sure that for the rest of her life, she could live out her days peacefully in the palace.

  This time, although it was easy to bring down Yuan Mengdie, but Chu Lianruo made her even more frightened. She didn't know why this woman, Chu Lianruo, was so formidable and couldn't see through her. How many other secrets did Chu Lianruo have that no one else knew?

  This woman, Chu Lian Ruo, is extremely difficult to deal with. Even though Chu Lian Ruo saved her life, she herself knows that Chu Lian Ruo is actually her greatest enemy. [Extremely good] This lifetime, an unforgettable shadow that cannot be shaken off.

  When she heard the servant report that Chu Lian had arrived, Shi Yuyin was slightly surprised.

  Chu Lian had rarely interacted with the imperial concubines, except for the Emperor, and even the Empress Dowager's place, she had only been there a few times. The two were like enemies, not friends, so it was impossible to have any dealings with each other. Why did Chu Lian come over on her own initiative?

  Although he was full of doubts in his heart, Shi Yu Yin still sent someone to bring Chu Lian Ruo in.

  Because Chulianruo is now in favor, she also knows that Chulianruo is unfathomable. In front of Chulianruo, she doesn't put on airs, but instead is very respectful and has someone bring out good tea and pastries to serve her.

  Chu Lian couldn't help but smile when she saw Shi Yu Yin's demeanor, and sat down beside her, teasing: "If I didn't know better, I'd think the Emperor had arrived. Why must you be so formal, Imperial Noble Consort Yu?"

  Shi Yu Yin felt uncomfortable upon hearing this, as if Chu Lian Ruo was mocking her. Although she had regained her position as a concubine, the Emperor had not visited her palace even once. Most of the time, he stayed in Chu Lian Ruo's place, and when he wasn't busy with state affairs, he would sometimes sleep in another concubine's quarters.

  Her delicate makeup couldn't conceal her disappointment, she knew that Chu Lian wouldn't be so boring to strike at her, and didn't pursue the matter, just trying to make herself not care, putting on a calm face: "Of course I'm no match for Your Highness Ye Xiang, now that there are hardly any guests here, you've come, naturally we must treat you well."

  "Yu Guifei said this, these things, usually they are prepared for the emperor, right? In this palace, everyone is a miserable person. Yu Guifei went to great lengths to retrieve all of this, doesn't she want to restore her former imperial favor?"

  Upon hearing the two words "En Chong", Shi Yu Yin's eyes involuntarily lit up, but thinking of the emperor's attitude when he came in, her expression quickly dimmed again.

  She picked up the teacup placed beside her and took a light sip, not hiding the despondency on her face: "This favor, how can it be fought for? In the palace, new people emerge one after another, and someone will always replace you. No matter how hard you fight, I'm afraid you won't be able to keep your honor for a lifetime."

  As she said this, she looked deeply at Chu Lianruo, as if hinting at something. Until she put down the teacup in her hand, she spoke again: "The palace is full of intrigue, no one can guarantee that they won't be schemed against by others. Now that I've lived more than half my life, all I want is to preserve what's left of it."

  If Chu Lian could hear the subtle hints and warnings from Shi Yu Yin, although she spoke calmly, but she knew her too well, she wouldn't be willing to spend the rest of her life like this.

  "Yu Guifei's insight is indeed rare, but the emperor's favor is fleeting. Who can predict what will happen tomorrow? Perhaps Yu Guifei will return to her former state. I came today without any other intention, only thinking that now there is an opportunity for you to make good use of it." Chu Lianruo said this and intentionally looked at Shi Yuyin with a gaze.

  When Shi Yu Yin heard this, her heart moved slightly, and she hoped that Chu Lian would continue speaking. At present, it was really hard to find a good opportunity to take action, so if Chu Lian could truly show her a clear way forward, that would be great.

  Chu Lian's gaze was gentle and calm, unable to discern any emotions, yet it seemed as if she could see through people's hearts. Shi Yuyin stared at her, suddenly feeling that Chu Lian was rather terrifying.

  She suddenly realized this and hastily withdrew her gaze.

  "If I'm not mistaken, Imperial Concubine Yu seems to have quite a few handles on the Prime Minister. Although she initially revealed some information to me in order to save you, as a woman deep within the palace, I am of no use. However, I think the Emperor would place great importance on this matter. That's all I'll say, and it's not convenient for me to speak further. As for how to proceed, it ultimately depends on Imperial Concubine Yu herself. My body is weak, and today I'm exhausted, so I won't disturb Your Ladyship any longer."

  Chu Lian slowly stood up, not caring what Shi Yu Yin thought, leaving behind only her gentle and elegant back figure, a natural charm that made people unable to help but have romantic thoughts.

  Shi Yu Yin grasped the edge of the table beside her, feeling indignant and unable to calm down.

  Now Chu Lianruo is just like she was back then, cautious and calculating at every step. Only, Chu Lianruo is much more ruthless than her.

  Her disgust for Chu Lianruo increased a bit more, but Chu Lianruo's words had taken root in her heart.

  Chu Lian knew that her words would have an impact on Shi Yu Yin as she left the palace, but her mood was still heavy.

  At such a time, I don't know when it will end. Just now, facing Shi Yu Yin, she thought of some past events again, her enemies are not just Shi Yu Yin and Xu Rong.

  Chu Lian sat in the sedan chair, thought for a moment, and called Qing to her side. "Go and find out where the maid who served Empress Qin a few years ago is now. The one with green silk clothes."

  You knew that Chu Lian's purpose in the palace was to avenge Qin Da Jiangjun's family, and she had no objection to her orders. She immediately remembered this matter in her heart, and at night, there came news.

  Lv Shuang died in the second year after Empress Qin's death, but Lv Luo later became Concubine Lv and gained temporary favor with Emperor Wu. However, she was soon forgotten by him as well.

  Now, she has been serving the Empress Dowager all along, and the Empress Dowager has also been keeping a low profile in recent years. With the protection of the Empress Dowager, she has been able to stay away from the conflicts in the palace and live a relatively stable life.

  Moreover, every time the emperor goes to accompany the empress dowager, he usually stays overnight at Green Luo's place, giving face to the empress dowager.

  It's just that the Empress Dowager's affairs are rarely leaked out, and no one dares to reach out to her. Moreover, even with the support of the Empress Dowager, Green Luo is still only a pin position, neither having the emperor's favor nor offspring, and over time, everyone has forgotten about her.

  Chu Lian was listening to Qing's report while playing chess, at this time, she didn't have the leisurely and carefree mood.

  She had never discovered that her personal maid was such a cunning woman.

  In fact, compared to Shi Yu Yin, Lü Luo is perhaps even more clever, because she sees through everything in the palace, knowing that Xi Rong's favor won't last her a lifetime, and instead wins over the Empress Dowager, retreating to a safe position.

  Even if the Empress Dowager is no longer around in the future, remembering her current merits will still ensure her wealth and glory for this lifetime.

  Compared with having the honor of being admired by thousands of people, living on the edge of a knife is a wise move.

  She had almost forgotten about Green Luo's existence, having come all this way for the sake of revenge. If it weren't for today's encounter with Shi Yu Yin, which made her uncontrollably recall a past memory, she wouldn't have remembered either.

  But now, since I've remembered it myself, Green Luo's good days are also coming to an end.

  In just a few days, another storm broke out in the imperial court. The prime minister was impeached again, and many unfavorable clues and evidence against him were revealed. His power was purged from the imperial court, and he was demoted to the third rank.

  At the same time, the Emperor once again stayed in Yu Guifei's palace and bestowed rewards continuously. Yu Guifei regained her former glory and also restored her right to jointly manage the six palaces with Chu Lianruo.

  The day the emperor issued a decree, Shi Yu Yin was very pleased and made a rare initiative to come to Xiyan Palace, bringing many precious gifts, saying it was to thank Chu Lian Ruo for her help.

  Chu Lian smiled and didn't respond, the actual credit all belonged to Shi Yu Yin herself, and she wasn't trying to curry favor with her, so there was no need for thanks.

  Moreover, Shi Yu Yin was not sincere in her thanks either.

  The Prime Minister of the Dynasty was hit hard by this series of blows, but he still had a solid foundation after all these years. The news that Shiyu Yin leaked earlier was indeed useless to Chulian, but she told Xuyang everything, and in this turmoil, Xuyang made arrangements early on and gained quite a bit from it.

  When a prime minister's position declines, there are always some people who are not reconciled and are easily taken advantage of.

  Xu Rong seemed to be the winner, but Xu Yang's gain was even greater. Before Chu Lianruo reminded Shi Yuyin, Xu Yang had already solved all those who could be bought and handled. Those who were eliminated this time were all stubborn supporters of Prime Minister, and it would have been useless to keep them anyway.

  These things subsided, and what came again was the Empress Dowager's birthday.

  The Empress Dowager has been in seclusion for many years and doesn't care about it, but the Emperor, having gone through this matter, is very insistent on inviting the Empress Dowager out and holding a grand ceremony.

  The task fell on Chu Lianruo and Shi Yuyin again, but Chu Lianruo was not interested in these things. Most of the decisions were made by Shi Yuyin, and she just took a symbolic look, willingly giving all the credit to Shi Yuyin.

  Because it was the Empress Dowager's birthday, this banquet had to be held according to her preferences. The two of them also had to run a few more times to the Empress Dowager's palace. Also because of this matter, Chu Lianruo happened to see Green Luo again after a long time.

  Chu Lian sat on the soft seat beside her, listening to Shi Yu Yin and the Empress Dowager discussing the arrangements for the banquet, but her eyes fell on a figure in a green Luo smoke skirt.

  Lu Luo's appearance was not bad, with delicate features and a refined complexion. Perhaps it was because she had been a concubine for several years and lived a very good life, also knowing how to take care of herself, but compared to when she followed her around in the past, she seemed even more lively and charming.

  Of course, this beauty can only be said to be superior, but after the harem, there are many beautiful women, and she is not outstanding either. No wonder she would be so clever as not to fantasize about Emperor Xuan's favor, and perhaps the downfall of Qin Zhaoyi also served as a warning to her.

  Chu Lian couldn't help but curve up the corners of her mouth and smile lightly as she thought about it.

  Although silent, she was still noticed by Green Luo. She had long felt that someone seemed to be sizing her up, and when she turned her head, she just happened to see Chu Lian's smile, which was somewhat inexplicable.

  This Yu Fei is also someone he has seen before, only she didn't stand out in the past. Yu Fei probably doesn't recognize her.

  Lu Luo didn't have a deep impression of her, only knowing that she was currently in great favor, but Lu Luo knew that the most unreliable thing was the emperor's affection. Serving with beauty would eventually lead to decline one day, and the women in the harem could not escape this fate.

  So even if the people in the palace spread rumors about how fierce and enviable Consort Evening was, she had never paid any attention to it.

  But now, she saw Chu Lian again, and her heart still couldn't help but be amazed.

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