Chapter 70
However, Balang kicked her knee hard again, and Xiao Yanzi fell to her knees again. Her knees were numb with pain, as if they were no longer her own. She looked up at Aunt Rong and saw her waving the silver needle expressionlessly, as if admiring her masterpiece.
"Huanzhu Gege, you are not only attacking the Queen this time, but also Her Majesty the Queen of Dayan. She wants to punish you, even if the Emperor comes to plead in person, it will be useless. I advise you to be obedient. Be obedient, or I'll give you a few more shots." Grandma Rong's voice was cold and ruthless, as if she was dealing with an insignificant stranger.
Little Yanzi was so angry that she couldn't speak. She only felt like a fire was burning in her chest. She secretly wondered: What on earth are the wild goose girl and the wild goose boy? Could it be more powerful than Huang Ama? She was born among the people and only knew that the emperor was the Son of Heaven, the most noble and powerful person in the world. In her opinion, although this Dayan girl is powerful, she is just a clown in front of Huang Ama.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yanzi straightened her back again and swore secretly in her heart: "I will bear with you for now. After I return to the palace, I will definitely complain to Huang Ama! Let's see if you dare to How dare you do this to me!" However, she also knew in her heart that the lesson this time was unforgettable, and she would not forget the humiliation and pain easily.
The cold wind continued to howl, as if it was also complaining about what happened to the little swallow. And in this splendid palace, a contest about power, status and dignity has just begun...
As time goes by, the sun gradually sets to the west, and the sky dims. Xiao Yanzi was still kneeling on the ground, her knees already numb from pain. Her face was covered with tears and mud, and she looked extremely embarrassed. But the Queen, Li Qingge and others had already left the hall, leaving only Balang and Batu here to guard her.
Little Yanzi's heart was filled with anger and unwillingness. She didn't understand why the queen treated her like this. She just wanted to pursue her own love and happiness, but she was treated so cruelly. She looked up at the sky and saw dark clouds, as if even God was crying for her.
"Huang Ama, where are you? Why don't you come to protect me?" Xiao Yanzi silently called Emperor Qianlong's name in her heart, hoping that he could hear her call and save her from the dire straits. among. However, she knew that this was just her fantasy. Emperor Qianlong was not here at the moment, and he could not hear her call.
At this moment, a rush of footsteps came, breaking the silence around them. Xiao Yanzi looked up and saw a familiar figure running towards her. That's her friend Ziwei! Ziwei ran to Xiao Yanzi anxiously, knelt down and hugged her tightly.
"Little Yanzi, how are you? Have they done anything to you?" Ziwei's voice was filled with tears. She looked at Xiao Yanzi's embarrassment with distress, and tears instantly welled up in her eyes.
When Little Yanzi saw the appearance of Ziwei, it was as if she had seen a savior. She hugged Ziwei tightly and cried about her experience: "Ziwei, it hurts so much! They beat me, scolded me, and pricked me with needles! Why didn't Huang Ama come to protect me?" Her voice was filled with emotion. despair and helplessness.
Listening to Little Yanzi’s cries, Ziwei felt so distressed that she felt like she was about to burst. She gently stroked Xiao Yanzi's hair and comforted: "Little Yanzi, don't be afraid, I'm here to accompany you. Emperor Ama will definitely know about this, and he will definitely seek justice for you!" Her voice was gentle but firm, as if she was injecting strength into Xiao Yanzi.
Under Ziwei’s comfort, Xiao Yanzi’s mood gradually stabilized. She looked up at Ziwei and said gratefully: "Ziwei, thank you for coming to save me. With you by my side, I am not afraid anymore." Although her voice was still choked with sobs, it was much better than before.
Ziwei smiled slightly and said: "We are good friends, of course we have to help each other. Come, I will help you up, and we will go to Huang Ama to complain!" After that, she helped Xiao Yanzi up. , the two of them walked towards the depths of the palace together...
At this moment, the Queen, Li Qingge and others were enjoying delicious tea and exquisite pastries in another palace. They were chatting and laughing, as if they had completely forgotten the existence of Little Swallow. However, they did not know that a storm was coming, and the source of the storm was the little swallow they despised...
The Return of the Pearl Returns
Suddenly, a sharp burst of A stinging pain came from his waist, like thousands of fine needles piercing him at the same time. The pain made Xiao Yanzi grimace and his face instantly distorted, as if his heart was about to be torn apart by this force. She covered her waist tightly with both hands, her body curled up involuntarily, and unbearable pain flashed in her eyes.
"I'm already kneeling down, why are you still stabbing me?" Xiao Yanzi shouted in a high-pitched voice, with a bit of trembling and confusion in her voice. Her eyes were wide open, as if they were about to burst into flames, but they couldn't focus completely because of the pain.
Nanny Rong stood aside coldly, with no expression on her face, as if what she was looking at was not a person, but an insignificant item. The corners of her mouth raised slightly, with a hint of disdain and ridicule: "Kneeling in a crooked posture, like a wriggling insect, who are you trying to disgust?"
When Xiao Yanzi heard this, his face turned red with anger, and his eyes seemed to burst out of fire. She gritted her teeth and tried to refute, but found that she couldn't even say a complete sentence, so she could only stare, as if she wanted to carve Grandma Rong's figure into her bones.
In the palace, the queen sat on a high throne, her luxurious clothes reflecting her majestic temperament. She sighed, and her eyes fell on Xiao Wu not far away, with a hint of helplessness and exhaustion in her tone: "Look, this folk Princess Huanzhuge does not understand any rules and has no etiquette. Although I am her My aunt, but I don’t get the most basic respect from her. Instead, the emperor blames me for being too harsh, which is really heartbreaking..."
Li Qingge stood next to the queen, she was wearing an elegant dress. Palace attire, temperament as gentle as water. She gently held the Queen's hand, her voice gentle but firm: "Don't be sad, Madam, as long as I am here, no one can bully you, not even Lafayette from Mount Wutai." There was a firmness and kindness in her eyes. Determination, as if no matter what happens, he will stand by the queen's side and hold up the sky for her.
After hearing this, the queen felt a little relieved. She gently patted the back of Li Qingge's hand and sighed: "It's better for my daughter to know my pain." Her eyes revealed a deep emotion and relief.
At this moment, there was a sudden noise outside the hall. Xiao Yanzi's angry shouts penetrated the clouds and went straight to the sky: "Aunt Rong, you bad thing, I'm already on my knees, and you still stab me, are you deliberately bullying me?" Before she finished speaking, she punched out. , actually knocked Grandma Rong to the ground.
When the queen saw this, she was so angry that she trembled all over. She stood up suddenly, holding the armrests of the chair tightly with her fingers, as if she wanted to crush it: "This is outrageous! Barang, Batu, are you two dead?" Her voice was sharp and angry. , as if the entire palace was about to collapse.
Batu turned pale with fright, and quickly knelt down on the ground, explaining: "Empress, please calm down, Gege, she is wild and untamable, and she ran away when we were not careful. Now she has gone to the Hall of Cultivation of the Heart. Over there."
"A bunch of losers! They can't even catch a woman, I..." Before the queen could finish her words, she heard a scream from outside. Her face became even more gloomy, as if water was dripping from her face.
Little Yanzi stumbled back to Kunning Palace, her face as pale as paper, her eyes full of fear. She seemed to have seen something terrifying, trembling all over and unable to speak. When she saw Li Qingge, she felt like she was seeing a ghost, with a trace of disbelief and fear flashing in her eyes.
Li Qingge clapped his hands, with a playful smile on his face: "With your three-legged cat skills, you dare to run wild in Kunning Palace? Try running again!" Her voice was cold and majestic. , as if it can penetrate people's souls.
It turned out that Xiao Yanzi wanted to escape just now, but was instantly noticed by Li Qingge. She flashed and appeared in front of Xiao Yanzi like a ghost. She picked up Xiao Yanzi by her collar and threw her back into the palace like trash. This movement was so fast, it was like lightning, and it was dizzying.
Little Yanzi had already returned to the main hall of Kunning Palace before she could react. She looked at Li Qingge's powerful martial arts and secretly complained in her heart: "I really didn't look at the almanac when I went out today! I met such a monster! In Kunning Palace, there is not only the vicious Aunt Rong, but also this beautiful martial arts expert. I'm in trouble!"
Her eyes were rolling around, thinking about how to escape and go to the Yangxin Palace to complain to the emperor. However, her thoughts seemed to be read through by Li Qingge. Li Qingge asked with a smile: "Do you want to complain to the emperor?"
Xiao Yanzi shook his head quickly and murmured: "Don't dare!" But in his heart, he thought, as long as the emperor Ama Come on, these people must be punished.
Li Qingge sneered, as if he had read through her mind: "Stop pretending, I have seen through your mind a long time ago. If you want to file a complaint, I will let you do it!" After saying that, she took a deep breath, Lucky enough With great strength, a long roar spread throughout the palace: "Qianlong! Little Yanzi is misbehaving in Kunning Palace, do you, the father, care or don't care? If you don't care, I will teach her a lesson for you!"
Her voice was clear and sweet, like the sound of a phoenix that spread far across the sky. The entire palace seemed to be shocked by her voice, and there was silence for a moment.
At this time, Qianlong was reviewing the memorial in the Yangxin Hall. After hearing the news, he immediately put down the pen in his hand and hurried to Kunning Palace. There was a trace of worry and anxiety on his face, as if he was about to see someone important.
After Yongqi heard the news about Xiao Yanzi in Jingyang Palace, he was also very anxious. He immediately rushed over to see how she was doing. His face was full of anxiety and concern, as if he wanted to search the entire palace.
When Qianlong and Yongqi rushed to Kunning Palace, they saw Xiao Yanzi curled up on the ground, her face as pale as paper, and her eyes flashing with fear and uneasiness. Li Qingge stood aside, with a calm and indifferent expression on his face.
Looking at this scene, Qianlong couldn't help but feel a surge of anger in his heart. He widened his eyes and glared at Li Qingge: "What do you mean? Why are you so harsh on Xiao Yanzi?"
Li Qingge bowed slightly and explained in a calm tone: "Your Majesty, please calm down. I am just acting according to the rules. Xiao Yanzi does not understand the rules and behaves recklessly. I am just teaching her a lesson for you."
After Qianlong heard this, His expression softened slightly. He looked at Xiao Yanzi with a hint of blame and helplessness in his tone: "Little Yanzi, little Yanzi, what do you want me to say about you? Why can't you learn the rules?"
Xiao Yanzi heard this. , a sense of grievance and unwillingness surged in my heart. She gritted her teeth, as if to suppress the gasp that was about to come out. She looked at Qianlong, with a kind of firmness and determination in her eyes: "Huang Ama, I am not wrong! I just don't want to be bullied by this vicious Granny Rong and this beautiful martial arts master!"
Qianlong Looking at Xiao Yanzi's firm eyes, I couldn't help but feel a sense of relief and emotion in my heart. He sighed, with a hint of helplessness and compromise in his tone: "Okay, okay, I know your grievances. But you still have to learn the rules, and you can't mess around."
After saying that, he looked towards Li Qingge and Aunt Rong: "You two should also pay attention to your methods and not be too harsh."
When Li Qingge and Aunt Rong heard this, they both bowed slightly to show their compliance. Xiao Yanzi looked at the concerned eyes of Qianlong and Yongqi, and felt a surge of warmth and gratitude in her heart. She knew that no matter what happened, they would stand by her side to support her and protect her.
Kunning Wind and Cloud
In Kunning Palace, candlelight swayed, reflecting the splendid palace, making it even more noble and solemn. Little Yanzi was held tightly by two burly guards, Balang and Batu. Her hands were tied behind her back, and her feet were tightly clamped, making her unable to move. However, even in such a predicament, her bright eyes were still round and shining with unyielding light, staring straight at Li Qingge and the Queen sitting not far away, her eyes full of Anger and unwillingness, as if to say: "Wait until our Emperor Ama comes." Come on, you all have to walk around without food!”
The queen is sitting on a gorgeous throne, wearing a phoenix robe that is full of glory. Her face is dignified and her expression is calm. She only cares about Xiao Yanzi’s angry eyes. He snorted lightly and didn't take it seriously at all. Her eyes were deep, as if she could see through everything, and there was an imperceptible sneer hanging on the corner of her mouth, as if she was dismissive of Xiao Yanzi's struggle and resistance.
Li Qingge sat under the queen. She was wearing an elegant palace dress, with a gentle and noble temperament. As if nothing had happened, she leisurely tasted the pea yellow and donkey roll just delivered from the kitchen. The delicate pastry melted on the tip of her tongue, sweet but not greasy, and she couldn't help but squint her eyes slightly. The fragrance of tea rises up, intertwined with the incense in the palace, creating a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. She enjoyed it herself, as if the troubles in the outside world had nothing to do with her.
After a while, the eunuch shouted from outside: "The Emperor has arrived!" The voice was high-pitched and long, penetrating the entire Kunning Palace. Upon hearing this, everyone stood up in a hurry and knelt on the ground to greet him. Even Balang and Batu quickly let go of Little Swallow and knelt down together.
"Long live the Emperor, long live the Emperor!" Everyone shouted in unison, the sound was deafening, full of awe and worship. Only Li Qingge was still eating slowly, as if he hadn't heard anything, waiting for Qianlong to come in.
Qianlong strode into Kunning Palace. He was wearing a dragon robe, majestic and solemn. His steps were heavy, his breathing was rapid, and his face showed a complicated look, including surprise, anger, and a hint of subtle fear. He was thinking in his mind: Why did Xiao Yanzi get into trouble with the queen of the Great Yan Kingdom? This queen's martial arts skills are so strong and her methods are ruthless. Even I have to give her a three-pointer. Isn't Xiao Yanzi going to hit the muzzle of the gun?
Qianlong was in a state of confusion, fearing that this matter would become a big deal and Queen Yan would start a war when she was angry, which would put the Qing Dynasty in danger. He took a deep breath, tried to calm down his inner emotions, and then stepped into the threshold of Kunning Palace.
As soon as Xiao Yanzi saw Qianlong, it was like seeing a savior. She broke away from the shackles of Balang and Batu, rushed over, and cried: "Huang Ama, you are finally here. , I would have been bullied to death by them if I had been a step behind." As she spoke, she burst into tears and told the story of how the Queen and others bullied her. Her tears rolled down like broken beads and wet the skirt of her clothes, making people feel pity for her.
However, Qianlong did not comfort her immediately and distressedly as usual. He had a sullen face, glanced around deeply, and then asked the queen: "What is going on?"
The queen felt relieved when she saw that Qianlong did not directly favor Xiao Yanzi. She quickly recounted what happened, her voice gentle and respectful: "Your Majesty, I was drinking tea and chatting with Queen Dayan. Little Yanzi suddenly came in and pointed at me and scolded me, saying that I framed the Wei family. , jealous of her good relationship with the emperor, and what despicable means were used to harm the concubine. It is really unjust for me!" Qianlong's face turned even darker when he heard this. He turned to look at Xiao Yanzi and asked in a stern voice: "Is what the queen said true?"
Xiao Yanzi was frightened by Qianlong's anger, and she trembled. She said eloquently: "It's... it's your concubine who was framed by the queen. She's so bad!" She started crying again, her eyes blurred with tears.
Qianlong became angry when he heard this. He slammed the table and said angrily: "How dare you! It was my intention to demote the Wei family. What does it have to do with the queen? How dare you slander the queen casually? "His voice was deafening, making the entire Kunning Palace tremble.
Xiao Yanzi was stunned by Qianlong's anger. Her body was shaking and tears kept falling. She was so influenced by those folk dramas that she thought it was another old-fashioned plot about an adulterous concubine harming others, so she blurted out: "Who else could she be if she wasn't the queen? Your concubine is so good to the emperor, how could the emperor have the heart to let down the emperor?" She? Men are like this. They fall in love with each other, first my mother, and now they want to let down the concubine?"
As soon as these words came out, Qianlong was so angry that he almost fainted. He widened his eyes and glared at Xiao Yanzi, as if he wanted to see through her. Feeling different? Xiao Yanzi actually dared to say that to him! He took a deep breath, tried to calm down the anger in his heart, and then said in a cold voice: "What are you talking about? How can you inquire about my feelings for your concubine at will? The Wei family was demoted because she made a mistake with the empress. It doesn't matter. If you dare to talk nonsense again, I will never forgive you!"
Xiao Yanzi was so frightened by Qianlong's anger that she didn't dare to speak anymore and just cried silently. Li Qingge was listening nearby and almost couldn't hold back his laughter. She thought to herself that although this little Yanzi spoke straightforwardly, Qianlong had quite a lot of love stories. However, she didn't show it, she just sipped her tea lightly and watched the farce continue.
Qianlong couldn't bear to see Xiao Yanzi's aggrieved look. He sighed and softened his tone a little: "Little Yanzi, don't do this again. The Queen is the mother of the Qing Dynasty, how can you accuse her at will? As for your concubine's matter, I have my own way of handling it. , you don’t need to worry about it.”
Xiao Yanzi was reluctant to listen to Qianlong’s words, but she did not dare to refute it. She silently wiped away her tears, knelt on the ground and kowtowed: "I know I was wrong. Please forgive me, Your Majesty."
Qianlong looked at Xiao Yanzi's well-behaved appearance, and the anger in his heart dissipated a lot. He waved his hand: "Get up and pay attention to your words and deeds from now on." After saying that, he looked at Li Qingge and said, "Queen Dayan, I have offended a lot of people today. I hope the Queen will forgive you."
Li Qingge smiled slightly and said in a gentle and polite voice: " The emperor said something serious, what happened today was just a misunderstanding, I didn't take it to heart." After saying that, she looked at Xiao Yanzi, "Miss Xiao Yanzi has a straightforward personality, but she is very cute."
Xiao. Yanzi was a little surprised when he heard Li Qingge's words. She didn't expect that the queen of the Great Yan Kingdom would actually speak for her, and she was at a loss for a moment. She looked at Li Qingge blankly, not knowing how to answer.
Qianlong watched the interaction between the two and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He smiled and smoothed things over: "Haha, yes, Xiao Yanzi has a straightforward personality, which does make people a headache sometimes. However, this is also part of her charm." After saying that, he looked at the queen, "Queen, from now on you You should pay more attention to Xiao Yanzi. After all, she is still young and ignorant." After hearing this, the queen quickly replied respectfully: "Yes, I obey." After saying that, she looked at Xiao Yanzi. His eyes were full of meaning.
The storm subsided just like that. Tranquility and harmony were once again restored in Kunning Palace. However, under this peaceful surface, there are countless undercurrents and disputes hidden. The grudge between Xiao Yanzi and the Queen, the subtle relationship between Qianlong and Queen Dayan, and the tension between Qing Dynasty and Dayan... all of these seem to indicate an uneasy future.
Trouble in the Harem: The Sorrow of the Imperial Concubine
The Emperor, as the king of a country in the Forbidden City, enjoys supreme honor and power. His life is like a magnificent palace, dazzling but unfathomable. The harem, this place where beauties are hidden, has countless beauties, fat and thin, each with its own merits. They may be gentle and virtuous, or have outstanding talents, or be beautiful, all in order to win the favor and favor of the emperor. As for the Emperor, his thoughts are like the unpredictable weather. Sometimes the sky is clear and sometimes it is cloudy. Who he favors and who he neglects are all determined by his thoughts.
The prosperity and hustle and bustle of this harem are all to continue the royal bloodline and ensure the foundation of the Qing Dynasty for generations to come. The draft held every three years is like flowers blooming in spring, with batches of fresh faces being sent into the deep palace, adding new vitality and color to the harem. Emperor Qianlong was well aware of his responsibilities and missions. He extended his favor and doted on his concubines more for the sake of the future of the Qing Dynasty and the glory of the royal family.
However, in this harem, there are also unknown emotional entanglements and power struggles. Although the legendary love between Emperor Shunzhi and Concubine Dong E is touching, it is regarded as an alternative in the Aisin Gioro family. What they pursue is monogamous and loyal love, but they ignore the interests and responsibilities of the royal family. Although this kind of love is beautiful, it is difficult to gain a foothold in this deep palace.
"Huang Ama, although there are many people in the harem, the only one who treats me sincerely is your concubine." Xiao Yanzi, a woman with a straightforward personality who dares to love and hate, is standing in front of Emperor Qianlong at this moment. Strictly seeking justice for his beloved concubine. Her eyes were firm, like a little Bao Gong, not afraid of power, just seeking the justice in her heart.
The queen, the master of the harem, became furious when she heard what Xiao Yanzi said. Wearing a gorgeous phoenix robe and pearls on her head, she sat majestically on the throne and glared at the little swallow. "You girl, how dare you call me an 'old witch'? How can I endure such an insult? The Wei family comes from a humble background, how dare you call yourself the emperor's wife? I am the real queen, how can she overstep her bounds?" The queen's voice was sharp and harsh, like the cold wind in winter, making people shudder.
"Bold!" Emperor Qianlong was furious and slapped Xiao Yanzi in the face. Xiao Yanzi was beaten so hard that he staggered to the ground, and his cheeks instantly became red and swollen. She was stunned, tears burst into her eyes, and she cried and asked: "Huang Ama, how could you do this to me? Why do you want to harm me?" Her voice was desolate and sad, like the fallen leaves in the autumn, being ruthlessly blown down.
Emperor Qianlong said angrily: "You are dishonest in your words and deeds. You do not respect the queen. You broke into Kunning Palace without authorization and dared to discuss my private affairs. The Wei family is just a concubine. How can you say anything about it?" of I've always spoiled you too much and made you lawless. Come on, drag Huanzhugege out and punish her for thirty years!" His voice was cold and ruthless, like the ice in the winter, which made people feel sad. chill.
The little swallow was so frightened that she desperately begged for mercy. She knew she had gotten into big trouble this time, but she was unwilling to be punished like this. She looked at Emperor Qianlong, her eyes full of pleading and helplessness. However, the emperor did not relent because of this, but instead became more determined to punish her.
At this moment, Yongqi hurried over. Wearing gorgeous princely clothes, he knelt majestically in front of Emperor Qianlong and begged: "Your Majesty is merciful. Little Swallow is young and ignorant, and she is a woman. If she is seriously injured, how can she be worthy of her deceased mother's spirit in heaven? "His voice was low and powerful, full of concern and love for the little swallow.
When Xiao Yanzi heard Yong Qi’s words, a warm current surged in her heart. She understood Yongqi's intention, so she used her deceased mother Xia Yuhe as an excuse and said in grief: "Mom, why did you leave me so early? Leave me alone to suffer in the world? A mother's child is like a treasure. Mother's children are like grass. If I had known that I would be punished for confessing, I should have gone with you, and I would not be alone on the road to hell." Her voice was desolate and sad, like the lament in the autumn. People feel compassion.
When Emperor Qianlong heard this, he couldn't help but think of Xia Yuhe. That gentle, virtuous, and talented woman was once a bright spot in his heart. However, she passed away early, leaving behind a lonely and helpless daughter, Xiao Yanzi. Thinking of this, Emperor Qianlong felt a surge of compassion in his heart. He looked at Xiao Yanzi's red and swollen cheeks and sad eyes, and couldn't help but feel some regret and self-blame in his heart.
The queen became even more angry. She blamed the emperor for always using the excuse that Xiao Yanzi had no mother to protect her, but ignored her feelings and interests. She believed that the emperor's love for Xiao Yanzi had gone beyond the limits and even threatened her status and authority. So, she said coldly: "Your Majesty, you can't always favor Xiaoyanzi like this. She made a mistake and should be punished accordingly. Otherwise, where are the rules and order in this harem?"
Li Qingge, the woman who had been standing silently aside, was speechless at this moment. She looked at Xiao Yanzi's sad look and Emperor Qianlong's complicated eyes, and felt an indescribable emotion in her heart. She lamented that Xiao Yanzi would not hesitate to use her dead mother as a shield for power. How could she be conscience-free? In the dead of night, would she be afraid that Xia Yuhe's soul would come to seek her life?
However, Li Qingge also understood that the struggles and entanglements in the harem were beyond her control. She could only stand aside silently, watching everything happen and end. Her heart was filled with helplessness and sorrow, and she felt sorry and sympathized with the women in the harem.
In the end, Emperor Qianlong relented. He looked at Xiao Yanzi's sad look and Yong Qi's pleading eyes, and finally relented: "Okay, I'll let you go this time. But you have to remember the lesson this time and don't make the same mistake again in the future. "Although his voice was cold, it revealed a hint of tenderness and care that was imperceptible.
When Xiao Yanzi heard the emperor's words, a feeling of gratitude surged in his heart. She quickly kowtowed to thank him and then exited Kunning Palace. She knew that although she had escaped punishment this time, she still had a long way to go, and she had to be more cautious in walking in the harem.
And what about Li Qingge? She looked at Xiao Yanzi's leaving figure and Emperor Qianlong's complicated eyes, and felt an indescribable emotion in her heart. She knew that the struggles and entanglements in the harem would never end, and all she could do was to silently guard the innocence and kindness in her heart.
Spring days in the Forbidden City are always somewhat indescribably depressing and depressing. The sun shines through the layers of glazed tiles and dapples the bluestone slabs, but it seems unable to dispel the chill lingering in the air. Little Swallow, this woman who once flew freely like a swallow, now stands at the center of the whirlpool of power, facing unprecedented challenges.
There was both unyielding stubbornness and unconcealable panic in her eyes. The scene in front of her forced her to make a choice. If she didn't fight back, the situation would be difficult to deal with. On the side, Li Qingge was dressed in gorgeous palace attire, with a smile that was not a smile at the corner of his mouth, and a bit of sarcasm in his tone: "Hey, look at our Qing Dynasty, which claims to be a kingdom of heaven and a state of etiquette. reduced to this In such a situation, an illegitimate daughter dares to blatantly bully the queen. It is really eye-opening and makes you admire the emperor with admiration!"
These words were like a sharp dagger, piercing Qianlong's heart. He was surprised, angry, and even more embarrassed. Qianlong, the supreme ruler of the Qing Empire, looked like an ordinary man with his scars uncovered at this moment, angrily shouting: "Hit me hard! Whoever dares to plead for mercy will get twenty more!" I want her to remember this lesson forever!"
However, Li Qingge keenly captured the hesitation in Qianlong's eyes. She knew very well that although the emperor was angry on the surface, deep down he didn't really want to punish Xiao Yanzi severely. Then, a meaningful smile appeared on her lips, as if everything was under her control.
Playing board is a skill in the Qing palace. Strength and depth all need to be just right. The eunuchs in charge of punishment are all veterans in this way. They are like mirrors in their hearts, knowing how to carry out the execution according to the emperor's wishes. At this moment, they set up a bench and let Little Swallow lie on it. Two little eunuchs held down her shoulders, and the boards fell like raindrops.
Little Yanzi screamed in pain, her voice full of despair and helplessness: "Huang Ama, don't you love me anymore? Mother, mother, take me away, I don't want to stay Here..." Every call she made was like a sharp blade cutting Qianlong's heart. His face was livid, and he clenched his teeth as if to suppress the gasp that was about to come out. He knew in his heart that although he was angry at Xiao Yanzi's behavior, he felt more love and reluctance for her.
According to Qianlong's order, the eunuchs who were in charge of torture were originally just "beating them carefully" to show off and not hurt the muscles and bones. However, at this moment, Li Qingge's eyes suddenly flashed, as if there was an invisible force controlling the execution eunuch. The boards in their hands suddenly increased in strength and fell on the little swallow like raindrops. Little Yanzi screamed in pain, and the sound was so shrill that the entire Kunning Palace was shaken.
The water-red pants were gradually soaked with blood under the heavy blows of the board. However, because the color was similar to the pants, no one noticed it at first. Qianlong thought the eunuchs were acting and didn't take it seriously. He sat on the high dragon chair, but his eyes couldn't help but turn to Xiao Yanzi. He saw her thin body shaking under the board, and he felt an indescribable pain in his heart.
The fifth elder brother Yongqi, the man who has been silently guarding Xiao Yanzi, seems to be about to collapse at this moment. He saw it in his eyes and felt pain in his heart, but he was powerless to change it all. He clenched his fists tightly and dug his nails into his palms, but he seemed to feel no pain. His eyes were full of anger and helplessness, as if a blazing fire was about to burn up all the injustice and cruelty.
However, at this moment, an unexpected voice broke the dull atmosphere. That was the Queen's voice. She said coldly: "Enough! Your Majesty, are you really going to ignore me for an illegitimate daughter?" The Queen's voice was full of majesty and dissatisfaction. She could not accept herself. Losing face in front of this illegitimate daughter.
Qianlong frowned when he heard this. He knew that he could not completely ignore the queen's feelings for the sake of Xiao Yanzi. So, he said in a deep voice: "Stop it! Little Yanzi, remember the lesson you learned this time and don't do it again in the future!"
When the eunuchs in charge heard this, they immediately stopped holding the boards in their hands. Little Yanzi lay on the ground, panting and covered in injuries. She looked up at Qianlong, her eyes filled with confusion and resentment. However, Qianlong just looked at her coldly, then turned and left.
There was deathly silence in Kunning Palace. The little swallow lies on the ground, no one cares about it. Only fifth elder brother Yongqi walked to her side silently and helped her up. He said softly: "Little Yanzi, don't be sad, I will always be by your side."
When Little Yanzi heard this, a warm current surged in his heart. She looked up at the fifth elder brother, her eyes full of gratitude and dependence. She knew that no matter what happened, the fifth elder brother would always be by her side and protect her.
However, the storm did not subside. The queen's resentment towards Xiao Yanzi is getting deeper and deeper, and Li Qingge is secretly controlling everything. Xiao Yanzi knows that his future may be even more difficult. But she is not afraid, because she knows that with her fifth brother by her side, she will have the courage to face all challenges.
The spring sunshine once again shines on the Forbidden City, but it seems to bring a bit of warmth. Xiao Yanzi and the fifth elder brother walked out of Kunning Palace hand in hand. Their figures stretched in the sun, as if indicating the hope and brightness of the future. Li Qingge, on the other hand, stood aside, watching all this with cold eyes, but thinking about how to make waves again.
How deep is the love within the palace wall? How can outsiders easily see through the love, hatred and resentment in the Forbidden City? How will the future of Xiao Yanzi and Fifth Brother be written? All of this seems to be surrounded by the high palace walls, making it impossible to see its full picture. But no matter what, they will work together to face the unknown future.
On a spring day in the Forbidden City, the sun shines dappledly on the splendid palace, but it cannot shine into the haze in the hearts of the Queen and Aunt Rong. The two of them stood in the corridor of Kunning Palace, with a long-lost satisfied smile finally showing on their faces. There was a bit of joy and a bit of relief hidden in that smile. Ever since that girl Xiao Yanzi entered the palace, their lives have never been quiet. Today, I can finally let out my bad breath.
The queen is dressed in a luxurious phoenix robe, with pearls on her head, and her eyes are shining with victory. She gently patted Nanny Rong's hand beside her and whispered: "This girl finally knows how powerful she is. Let's see if she still dares to act wild in our Kunning Palace!"
Nanny Rong Grandma nodded in agreement, her face full of wrinkles but she smiled like Blooming chrysanthemum: "Yes, Queen, you can finally feel at ease. This girl just needs to be dealt with!"
At this time, Li Qingge was standing not far away, her eyes passed through the crowd and fell on On the unconscious little swallow. She had mixed emotions in her heart. Although she used mind tricks to control the execution eunuch, she didn't really want Xiao Yanzi's life. She just wanted this little girl who was always causing trouble to have a long memory. After all, there was no deep hatred between them.