Chapter 2015 - 1953: Rope In

Wufu’s confident and assertive demeanor stunned both Consort Lan and the Princess Consort, leaving them so angry that it nearly hurt their livers.

It’s not that it can’t be wanted; it’s that it’s unwanted.

Listen to that—is that something a person should say? Words spoken so casually, they’re not afraid of their tongue being caught in a strong wind.

The most hateful thing is that while others can easily obtain such things, one struggles to the death to fight over them, and they don’t even care for it.

Infuriating!

"Since the Princess Consort doesn’t value them much, why can’t she fulfill my wish?" Consort Lan said angrily, "You are the Regent King’s Princess Consort; you will have a good life ahead of you. As for us, we can only wait foolishly in one palace room until we die of old age."

Wufu looked at Consort Lan as if seeing a strange creature and said, "Does the Noble Consort feel that this is unfair?"

This is truly unfair!

"Madam, you should have anticipated this when you entered the palace. Haven’t you realized this after so many years here? Honor and detriment are always tied together; enjoying wealth means paying the corresponding price! Feeling uneasy and regretful now is too late!"

Consort Lan’s face turned red and then white from the words.

"Moreover, I believe the Eldest Imperial Son seems to have a concubine who is pregnant?" Wufu looked at her.

Consort Lan replied gloomily, "She gave birth last month, to a daughter."

"Well, it’s still a bit of his bloodline, isn’t it? The Second Imperial Son doesn’t have one yet!" Wufu noticed the Virtuous Consort’s face turn green and quickly said, "Don’t worry, Virtuous Consort, didn’t the Xiang Family’s young miss agree to enter with a title into the residence? When the time comes, you can pass on an heir to live there, raising the heir. It would be better than some concubines; what’s wrong with having a daughter? Can’t she be betrothed? It’s always a part of the Eldest Imperial Son’s lineage."

Both of their expressions improved somewhat from the words.

"Don’t rely on the Emperor; instead, I can strive for you to leave the palace with two widowed heirs from the former emperor," Wufu said to them, "That would be much better than staying within these palace walls. At least you both are still young and can see many great landscapes. The Senior Dowager Imperial Concubine, too, holds a dignified status."

The two were slightly moved in their hearts and started to ponder.

"I also have a blueprint of Beiyan’s development plans, oh, it includes plans to establish more King Hall academies and health halls, which will require many manpower and resources. If you could help, that would be great!" Wufu smiled at them, "Doing good deeds is always beneficial. Thus, in the future, the heirs of the imperial sons might have a chance to earn some merit."

"The Princess Consort certainly has a way with words," the Virtuous Consort said, "Perhaps the Princess Consort won’t give us any benefits for free."

"Naturally, what do mutual assistance and benefit mean? The Xiang Family and Wang Family are both significant clans, having flourishing branches. In the future, our family’s King, along with the Emperor, will have many places to rely on!" Wufu said with meaningful connotation.

Consort Lan and the Virtuous Consort exchanged glances, seeing some appraisal in each other’s eyes.

"Everything has two sides; the former emperor is gone, and the imperial sons are gone. Madams need not feel hopeless in life. Hope is given by oneself; it’s up to you how to choose!" Wufu chuckled.

"After we leave the palace, can we still visit the Princess Consort and the Empress Dowager?" Virtuous Consort asked.

"This is still your home, why wouldn’t you come? You’re always welcome. I don’t have many good friends either. Coming to enjoy tea and snow is the best!"

Consort Lan hummed, "This palace’s mouth is picky; if it’s not good tea, I won’t drink it."

"Rest assured, I will definitely prepare your favorite Mingqian Longjing, alright?" Wufu said.

Consort Lan pursed her lips.

The Virtuous Consort also said, "What about me?"

"Jasmine Tea."

Only then did the Virtuous Consort smile.

"Come, have tea, today the spring is delightful." Wufu raised her cup, having settled the matter with these two ladies.