Forced Into the Palace: Becoming the Emperor's Favorite-Chapter 309 Sisters Reunited

Firstly, it’s to use her position as a concubine to suppress the arrogance of Princess Rongkang and others. Secondly, she wants to witness her brother’s marriage celebration in person.

Thinking about this, she said to Xia An.

"Go tell Qiu Ming to visit Qian’an Hall later. If Your Majesty is free, invite him to come for dinner."

"Yes."

She spoke softly, afraid to disturb the two children’s nap.

The two of them appear larger now, noticeably so.

They will soon be a hundred days old, and the Emperor intends to celebrate grandly.

And the message from the traveling palace said that the Empress Dowager and others are preparing to return.

At this thought, Lin Wanyi realized that these peaceful days wouldn’t last much longer.

She had heard bits about the matters in the traveling palace over the past few months.

The Emperor’s harem, which was once considered plentiful, now seems diminished.

Princess Consort Lan passed away, Princess Consort Ying went mad and is imprisoned in the traveling palace.

Bai Pin died tragically, and Lady Chu died by colliding with a pillar.

Yi Changzai, implicated in these events, was demoted to Miss Du and did not return with the rest.

While the severely injured Ming Changzai remained at the traveling palace to recuperate.

So this time, those returning neatly with the Empress Dowager.

Besides Princess Consort Yi, there’s Concubine Qian, Mu Changzai, and one Lady Jinxiu.

Along with Lin Wanyi, and the already returned Lin Guifei.

In the palace, there are only six concubines who can serve the Emperor by name and rank.

On the first day of Lin Guifei’s return, she met with Lin Wanyi.

Her attitude shifted entirely from the past’s dominance and arrogance to becoming extraordinarily kind and considerate.

She kept calling Lin Wanyi "little sister," but this did not relax Lin Wanyi’s vigilance; instead, it made her more attentive.

"Ah, during the days I wasn’t here, all of you sisters have worked hard, especially you. I heard you have already given birth to twins, a good thing indeed. I returned in haste and didn’t bring anything nice, but there’s a rare copper enamelled fan that the Emperor once bestowed. It’s the only one made by outer domains. I remember you suffer in the summer, and though winter is coming, it will be useful next summer. Let someone send it to Yihua Palace as my gift to you."

Lin Guifei’s words sounded extremely pleasant.

Those unaware might think she and Lin Wanyi are indeed close sisters.

In terms of rank, Lin Wanyi and Lin Guifei can stand on equal footing.

One is a concubine with a title, the other is an Imperial Consort without a title.

Her return brought much gossip to the Prime Minister’s Mansion, such as a duo of sisters both holding high positions in the harem.

It is clear where such heart-stabbing words originated.

Princess Consort Yi now holds the Authority of Palace, and she will be back in the coming days.

Once she returns, the harem will become lively again.

The previous three-legged balance remains unchanged.

Lin Wanyi considered some past matters as Xia An entered.

At that moment, the Fifth Prince’s gradually stout legs kicked off the tiny embroidered quilt, his mouth pouting out two bubbles, interrupting Lin Wanyi’s thoughts.

She looked at these two chubby children lovingly, her heart filled with strength.

Lin Guifei has returned, surely with her eyes on the children.

Dan Ruo may be fine, but it’s certain the Fifth Prince is what she desires.

However, Lin Wanyi has never been one to be bullied.

What was impossible before doesn’t mean it is now.

Even if Lin Guifei has the Prime Minister’s Mansion and Prince Zhan Mansion supporting her, she is not afraid.

"The Fifth Prince can’t change his habit of kicking off the blanket, so let’s have Mother make his clothes slightly thicker in the future, then he won’t need to cover up."

"Your Highness is right, Mrs. Lin’s craftsmanship is unmatched. Look at the Prince and Princess, which of them isn’t dressed comfortably and beautifully?"

Xia An’s words gave Lin Wanyi much comfort.

Her family and maternal clan do not have the overwhelming power like Lin Guifei.

Yet they support her wholly and unreservedly.

As long as the family’s hearts unite, life will naturally grow better.

This is the essence of the Lin Family.

Soon, Qiu Ming came to report that dinner could be served.

Lin Wanyi instructed Chunqi to prepare, cooking many dishes the Emperor loves.

As time lingered, it became afternoon.

Lin Wanyi waited early at the palace gate when the Emperor arrived.

It was clear she had requests, making her especially enthusiastic.

The longer the Emperor interacted with her, the more he understood her temperament.

Before Lin Wanyi could speak, he said.

"Has your brother’s wedding date been set?"

"It’s set for December 18th."

The Emperor said while washing his hands.

"Hmm, then I will accompany you at that time, and bring a few children too, let them enjoy the bustle."

Lin Wanyi was quite stunned upon hearing this.

It’s hard to imagine the reaction if news spread that the Emperor would personally attend her brother’s wedding.

After a moment of surprise, she smiled awkwardly.

"I planned to go by myself."

The Emperor gave her a sidelong glance and then solemnly said.

"Aren’t you afraid that Princess Rongkang and the others will cause trouble and embarrass your parents and brother? Can you handle it?"

Prior to the Emperor’s words, Lin Wanyi thought she could manage.

But now, she changed her mind.

Such a great boon, how could she not take advantage?

She couldn’t believe it; if the Emperor went too, who would dare make trouble?

Such behavior is reckless.

Compared to rumors, she cares more about ensuring her brother’s wedding day goes smoothly.

This event determines his lifelong happiness, so let them say what’s said; she’ll simply feign deafness.

Upon realizing this, she smiled brightly.

"Your Majesty truly thinks everything through. Then, I will accompany you, and bring several children to celebrate Uncle’s big day."

"Hmm, I will have the Inner Court Department prepare the gift, and you need not prepare anything."

"But I planned to give my brother the Qilin Sending a Child Su Embroidery Screen as a joyful addition. If Your Majesty also prepares a gift, wouldn’t it be too much?"

"The Qilin Sending a Child screen? You don’t need it yourself but want to gift it?"

The Emperor was apparently dissatisfied with Lin Wanyi’s action.

This item holds great meaning, and his intention was clear when gifting it.

Lin Wanyi cleverly showed her generosity, but she hasn’t used it in Yihua Palace, rushing to gift it to her brother.

With a cold snort, he decisively stopped her.

"The screen is specifically reserved for you, do not send it out. As for your brother, I will prepare another one for him."

With things said, if Lin Wanyi continued to insist, she would be acting foolishly.

It’s certain that anything sent out from the palace won’t be subpar.

She never thought when she saw the embroidery on the screen, depicting the battlefield autumn military exercise scene, she’d feel exasperated.