readsfreenovel Chapter 187 Noble Lady Fucha
Chapter 187 Noble Lady Fucha
Upon hearing this, Nian Shilan's face darkened, and after a moment of silence, she said:
"According to you, that old guy would really set such a precedent?"
To establish two empresses at the same time is utterly absurd!
The position of Empress should be unique and exclusive; how can there be two Empresses sharing the throne?
Nian Shilan's voice revealed obvious dissatisfaction and anger.
Her gaze was fixed on Fucha Peiyun, awaiting her answer.
But Fucha Peiyun appeared unusually calm; she simply sat quietly, seemingly lost in thought.
Seeing this, Nian Shilan became even more puzzled. She couldn't help but raise her voice and questioned:
How can you be so calm?
You are about to ascend the throne of Empress.
But Zhen Huan had to jump out and cause trouble at this crucial moment, which was really annoying.
We absolutely cannot let her get away with this so easily; we must teach her a lesson she won't forget!
Fucha Peiyun picked up her teacup, parted her lips slightly, took a slow sip, then put down the cup and said unhurriedly:
"You, after all these years, you're still as impatient as ever."
She smiled slightly and continued:
"Don't rush."
Although Zhen Huan brought up the matter, the Emperor had not yet made a final decision.
If we act rashly, and the Emperor finds out,
Wouldn't that backfire and make things even more disadvantageous for us?
Fucha Peiyun paused for a moment, then continued:
"Look at me, I'm not even worried, but you're getting anxious for me."
Although these two empresses stood side by side, they were indeed not as prestigious as the unique and unparalleled Empress.
But being able to stand side by side with you, I don't really mind too much.
At this point, Fucha Peiyun's tone became slightly more forceful:
"However, if that person is Zhen Huan, then I certainly won't sit idly by."
Upon hearing Fucha Peiyun's words, Nian Shilan's anger, which had just risen, subsided.
It was as if a gust of wind had blown it away, and most of it disappeared in an instant.
Over the years, although Fucha Peiyun and Nian Shilan have maintained a cooperative relationship on the surface,
But in reality, the two got along better and better, and their sisterly bond deepened without them even realizing it.
Compared to the old man's doting affection, Fucha Peiyun's help to her was far more genuine.
Of course, she wasn't the kind of person who only knew how to take advantage of others.
The two of them helped and supported each other.
The thought of the two of them together, dressed in magnificent empress's robes, receiving the homage of the crowd...
Such a scene is also beautiful.
Fucha Peiyun gently patted Nian Shilan's hand and said earnestly:
"It is not entirely without benefit that we were both made empresses."
The Emperor is getting on in years, and the older a person gets, the more suspicious they become.
Now that he values my Hongchang so much, he naturally thinks he's wonderful in every way.
But what if one day he no longer values Hongchang?
They would probably find fault with him in every way, thinking that he was no good in this or that.
In this way, they will naturally have doubts about me, and even feel dissatisfied.
The emperor's suspicion is not something easily endured.
Even if I were to become Empress by then, my situation might not be much better.
She paused, then continued:
"If you could become Empress, firstly, it would relieve some of the Emperor's attention."
Secondly, when the emperor becomes dissatisfied with me, he will inevitably complain about me to others.
They might even instruct others to sabotage me.
Although our relationship seems to be good.
But those who don't know the truth certainly won't believe in the friendship between us.
At that time, the Emperor might hint that you should come and cause me trouble.
With you before the Emperor, I can promptly detect any danger.
Upon hearing this, Nian Shilan was filled with rage and anger. She gritted her teeth and cursed:
"That old guy is absolutely despicable! We'd better hurry up and..."
As she spoke, she made a throat-slitting gesture, the meaning of which was self-evident.
Seeing this, Fucha Peiyun quickly reached out and pressed down on Nian Shilan's hand, saying with a serious expression:
"It's not the right time yet, the opportunity hasn't arrived!"
Nian Shilan frowned, still feeling unwilling:
"When will we have to wait? I can't take it anymore!"
Fucha Peiyun's gaze was unusually firm as she explained softly:
“Hongchang is still young, and it is not a good thing for a young ruler to have strong ministers.”
That old man's days are numbered; it would be unwise to make a move now.
After hearing this, Nian Shilan was still indignant, but she also knew that what Fucha Peiyun said was not without reason.
Fucha Peiyun said, "Don't worry, there will be a day when you can get your revenge."
Nian Shilan gritted her teeth and said, "That old guy can't be touched for now, but Zhen Huan can be, right?"
"I absolutely cannot swallow this insult! I must teach this vile woman a lesson she won't forget!"
Fucha Peiyun shook her head, indicating her disagreement. She slowly said:
“Zhen Huan is already on her deathbed. If you lay a hand on her now, it will only displease the Emperor.”
Upon hearing this, Nian Shilan's eyes widened as she looked at Fucha Peiyun in disbelief, and she retorted:
"Are we just going to let her scheme against us like this? That would be too frustrating!"
Anyway, her body was already in a terrible state.
Why don't we just see her off?
Cha Peiyun gently shook her head and said slowly:
"I had Wen Shichu go to great lengths to keep her alive; we can't let her die like this."
Upon hearing this, Nian Shilan's face showed a hint of doubt and disdain, and she pressed for an answer:
What use is she?
Fucha Peiyun's gaze was as cold as ice as she slowly said:
"Zhen Huan's face bears some resemblance to that of Empress Chun Yuan."
The Emperor could never forget his past affection for Zhen Huan.
If she were to die so easily, the Emperor would surely be heartbroken.
They might even harbor resentment and blame us for it.
After listening, Nian Shilan nodded thoughtfully, seemingly understanding what Fucha Peiyun meant.
Seeing this, Fucha Peiyun continued:
"With her in the harem, attracting the emperor's attention, it's not necessarily a bad thing for us."
In this way, the emperor's attention will be diverted, and he will have no time to pay attention to us.
Moreover, keeping her around would allow her to continue to eke out a living in the harem.
When the day comes that we need her, we can use her to elicit certain thoughts from the Emperor.
We still have leverage over her, so we don't need to worry about her not being able to use us.
Zhen Huan is a very important pawn.
After hearing this, Nian Shilan suddenly realized and laughed:
"You're thinking long-term."
Very well then, let's keep this wretched woman for now.
"I'll teach her a lesson when the time is right."
Fucha Peiyun nodded.
"That's right. Right now, we need to consolidate our own power and prepare for Hongchang's future ascension to the throne."
As for the matter of two empresses ruling simultaneously, let's pretend we don't know.
If the Emperor really wants to set this precedent, then there's no problem.
All this thunder and rain is the Emperor's grace; we can only accept it.
Some people don't even have the qualifications to be empress, don't you think?