C209 (1/2)

”Your majesty, in all the dynasties, there has never been a imperial concubine without an imperial concubine, but now there isn't even an imperial concubine. This humble subject believes that Nalan Duo'er is most suitable to take over the position of imperial concubine.”

The person who said this was a close subordinate of the Nalan Duo'er family within the Phantom Fire Kingdom. The reason why Nalan Duo'er was able to smoothly become Xuanyuan Zhiling's concubine was also because of this old official's recommendation. Because of this, Xuanyuan Zhiling suspected that this old man was in cahoots with Song You, but did not have the chance to get rid of him.

”Nalan Duo'er? You mean you want her to continue to do evil things in the harem? ”You have the nerve to introduce a person like her who has ill intentions and tricks to me. I don't have the chance to criticize you for this matter.”

As Xuanyuan Zhiling said this, his eyes stared straight at the old official, causing his expression to become extremely ugly, but he did not dare say anything more.

”Your majesty, this subject should bring the empress back. Could it be that the harem has been abandoned like this?” A cold expression quickly flashed across Qiu Shangjing's face when he said this, but Xuanyuan Zhiling could still see his determination from his eyes.

Xuanyuan Zhiling laughed coldly, his smile carrying a bit of helplessness.

”Bringing them back is easier said than done. Does our empress still need our care?” Xuanyuan Zhiling's voice was very soft, as though he was muttering to himself, but also seemed to be complaining to the group of officials.

When the gathered officials heard Xuanyuan Zhiling's words, they all started to discuss among themselves. They felt that something was wrong with Xuanyuan Zhiling ever since he returned from the Misty Palace, but they dared not say anything and could only quietly discuss amongst themselves.

”Alright, let's call it a day for today's morning assembly. This Emperor doesn't want to hear any unreliable suggestions regarding the empress anymore.” With that, Xuanyuan Zhiling turned and left, not caring about how the officials urged him to stay.

There was no one in the harem, and the empress's position was empty as well. Therefore, many old officials began to borrow from their own influence in the palace to arrange the women of the family in the harem in order to strengthen their family's influence in the palace.

Towards all of these, Xuanyuan Zhiling could only turn a blind eye. After all, all of these things that the old officials had done were within his expectations, as long as they did not go overboard, Xuanyuan Zhiling would not stop them, at worst, he would not touch any of the women.

”Your majesty, there are many more concubines in the imperial harem now, all brought here by old officials. Aren't you going to take a look and bestow the title?” Xiao Linzi bent his waist as he spoke timidly beside Xuanyuan Zhiling.

Hearing that, Xuanyuan Zhiling laughed bitterly, and picked up the wine cup on the table and drank it all in one gulp.

”Titled? They are all political tools, what's the use of crowning or not? Once I give them the title, they will fight endlessly for it from now on. I don't want to do that. ”

When Xuanyuan Zhiling said this, he was a little helpless, but his smile actually carried a little bitterness.

”Your majesty, you're really shrewd. This servant finally accepts it.” Xiao Linzi's eyes stared at Xuanyuan Zhiling's face, as he said those words carefully.

”Did you learn to flatter by following those old eunuchs?” Xuanyuan Zhiling laughed indifferently, and said while staring at Xiao Linzi.

”This servant also has a leader. Your Majesty, if you like, this servant will say more in the future.” Xiao Linzi's face was full of smiles, as he looked at Xuanyuan Zhiling, trying to please him.

”I don't advocate this. Young eunuch, you still have to serve me properly. Don't learn to be glib, do you understand?”

Sometimes, Xuanyuan Zhiling would calm down and think, that he had already obtained the world, and no one would dare say twice here, but was that really what he wanted? If so, why was his heart so empty?

It was already the beginning of summer, but the entire Misty Palace was still as abundant as it was in spring. This was because Misty Palace was a very unique location, and in a small col, the airflow was very special, which also led to the unique climate of Misty Palace.

Once he entered through the Misty Palace door, he saw an extremely large lotus pond. A gentle breeze would cause the fragrance of the lotus flowers to float past. Beyond the Lotus Pond was the main hall of the Misty Palace. The highest position of the main hall was the throne of the Misty Palace Lord, Liu Yue.

Qin Feng had arranged for Qin Feng to stay in the eastern wing of the main hall. This eastern wing might not be considered big or small, but the good thing was that when they opened the rear window, they could see the magnificent view of the Misty Peak.

Ever since Qin Feng's injuries had mostly healed, she had always relied on the scenery outside the window to relieve her boredom. Sometimes Song Mingzhi would come over from time to time to pay attention to him, but Qin Feng never took it seriously.

One day, Qin Feng stood in front of the window and looked at the Misty Peak shrouded in clouds. There were layers of mist between the trees that gave off a sense of mysteriousness.

”Qin Feng, have you been living well in the Misty Palace these past few days?”

Outside the door, a woman's clear voice was like a silver bell. This person was none other than the Asgard Master of the Misty Palace, Liu Yue.

Qin Feng was startled, she did not expect that Liu Yue would come to see her. To be exact, she was not looking at her, but trying to demonstrate his might.

”Thank you for taking me in and taking care of me.” Qin Feng smiled faintly, showing a sense of forcing herself to smile.

Even after saying these words, Qin Feng's gaze was still fixated on the Misty Peak outside the window.

When Liu Yue saw this Qin Feng, she was first stunned by her cold attitude, then smiled faintly: ”There's no need to thank me. I didn't come today to chase you away, I just wanted to announce a good news to you.”

The two words of good news inexplicably caused Qin Feng's heart to tremble violently. She had a bad premonition.

”What good news?” I still want to congratulate you before I hear the true content of your good news. ” Qin Feng tried her best to remain calm as she unconsciously clenched her fists.