Chapter 4: The Concubines

"Go on, I am tired and need to rest!" Zhang Lingyang did not dare to meet the gaze of Queen Wang, fearing that he might inadvertently do something inappropriate.

Mo felt that Zhang Lingyang's bones had turned to mush, and he could not bear it in his heart

It is indeed playing the xiao

"Your Majesty, it has been a long time since I last saw you. Do you miss me?" This voice was even more delicate than that of Empress Wang.

Wang Qin exited the Yangxin Hall and said to the Noble Consort who was waiting outside the hall: "Your Highness, His Majesty has already rested. If you have any matters, please come back tomorrow"

Your Majesty, it has been a long time since you last visited my Changchun Palace!" Leaning against Zhang Lingyang, Empress Wang's voice was filled with melancholy

The voice of Queen Wang was exceedingly delicate, and as she spoke, her tender little hand caressed Zhang Lingyang's chest back and forth.

As soon as his head touched the pillow, in no time at all, Zhang Lingyang fell into a deep sleep

After everyone had withdrawn, Queen Wang rose and sat beside Zhang Lingyang, resting her head on his shoulder

"How about giving it a try?" Zhang Lingyang was greatly tempted, but then he thought of his own identity, and even his anger diminished by three points.

Upon seeing yet another delicate and beautiful woman enter, Zhang Lingyang felt a sense of despair.

The sound is very pleasant

"Dare not?" The Noble Consort sneered, "So you think this palace is easy to bully?"

"So cold!" Zhang Lingyang couldn't help but shiver, quickly jumping out of the bathtub

Zhang Lingyang dreamed that he was currently in a magnificent and luxurious palace, where the noble consort was massaging his shoulders, and the queen, Wang, was sitting beside him, occasionally peeling a grape and feeding it to him

Saying this, the noble consort took Zhang Lingyang's hand and placed it on her chest

Upon hearing this, Zhang Lingyang immediately slumped down again and said to Wang Qin: "You must quickly go out and stop her, absolutely do not let her come in as well"

Well, Zhang Lingyang has finally confirmed that tonight he is indeed somewhat less than human

Suddenly, Zhang Lingyang recalled the issue of the beast and those worse than beasts in later generations

Then, as you wish, I shall take my leave! The Noble Consort performed a bow and then departed

The cold water, upon impact, suppresses any fire that may exist within the body.

Zhang Lingyang exclaimed in indignation: "That is the Emperor's woman; even if I had two more guts, I would not dare! Moreover, with such little time, I cannot do anything at all!"

In response to this, Wang Qin expressed that he was unable to assist.

As she spoke, the noble consort licked her delicate lips

Zhang Lingyang explained it in this way, and only then did Wang Qin believe it

"This is all nonsense, am I not just fine staying in the Yangxin Hall?" Zhang Lingyang spoke deceitfully, while his left hand instinctively reached out to wrap around Queen Wang's slender waist

Wang Qin, who followed the Noble Consort, gave Zhang Lingyang a look of self-preservation before retreating to the outside of the hall

I, your humble servant, long for Your Majesty so much that my heart feels as if it might leap out. Would you care to touch it?

Isn't it so, Your Majesty? The moment I see you, my heart races uncontrollably

Your Majesty? The voice of the Noble Consort is more melancholic than that of Empress Wang

Upon seeing this, Zhang Lingyang immediately tensed up, fearing that he might lose control and do something inappropriate

Zhang Lingyang immediately lost all sense of sleepiness and sprang up from the bed

"Today has been a second instance of being worse than a beast!" Zhang Lingyang let out a bitter laugh and shouted towards the outside, "Come here!"

Cough cough

Suddenly, a voice rang in Zhang Lingyang's ear, pulling him back to reality

The concubines in the palace, each one is pleasing to the eye but not to be touched, and they each stir his heart with longing, making Zhang Lingyang feel as if he is on the verge of despair

The concubine respectfully took her leave! Seeing that the Emperor had made up his mind, Empress Wang, with a forlorn expression, performed a bow and then exited.

Wang Qin entered and said, "May I ask what orders Your Majesty has?"

While speaking, a young eunuch outside reported: "Your Majesty, the Noble Consort requests an audience!"

Go ahead!" Zhang Lingyang waved his hand, not daring to look at the face of the noble concubine, fearing that he would lose control.

Seeing that there was no one in the hall, the noble consort no longer maintained her lofty demeanor, but instead softly called out "Your Majesty" and then threw herself into Zhang Lingyang's arms

I, your humble servant, also believe that this is all a case of misinformation. However, Your Majesty has not entered the inner palace for more than half a month, nor have you turned over any tokens. How can I not be worried?

Seeing Queen Wang finally leave, Zhang Lingyang couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, collapsing onto the bed, while inwardly exclaiming: "Indeed, the women in this palace should not be underestimated; even the dignified queen has turned into a seductive little enchantress. Fortunately, I, Zhang Lingyang, am a modest gentleman; otherwise..."

With warm and soft jade in his embrace, Zhang Lingyang's younger brother subtly shows signs of rebellion

However, before leaving, Wang Qin gave Zhang Lingyang a warning glance

Taking a cold shower in March is certainly not pleasant; this is not Sanya in Hainan

At this moment, Zhang Lingyang had no time to listen to what the Noble Consort was saying. He only felt a softness in the palm of his hand and instinctively grasped it.

I want to take a cold bath! At this moment, facing Wang Qin, Zhang Lingyang no longer exhibited the previous caution, but instead looked at him with a deeply resentful gaze

Zhang Lingyang changed his tone and complained to Wang Qin, "However, Lord Wang, can't you think of a better way to prevent the Emperor's concubines from coming over? You must know that dealing with them is truly exhausting!"

"Oh, how annoying, Your Majesty!" The noble consort giggled as she felt Zhang Lingyang's large hand misbehaving. She pressed herself closer into Zhang Lingyang's embrace, and continued to squirm playfully within his arms.

At that moment, Wang Qin walked in from outside, scrutinizing Zhang Lingyang and asked, "You haven't done anything you shouldn't have, right?"

Rubbing his eyes, Zhang Lingyang asked, "Master Wang, is there something you need?"

Queen Wang raised her head and looked directly at Zhang Lingyang, her eyes filled with tears: "Do not think that I am unaware of where Your Majesty has been during this time. It has spread throughout the palace. They say that Your Majesty has fallen in love with a courtesan, and that every night you leave the palace to seek her, to the neglect of state affairs."

It is already late, the ministers are now waiting outside the Hall of Supreme Harmony

Wang Qin replied: "Let us do our best!"

"Enough, stop standing here and take me to see the Emperor!" With that, the Noble Consort took the lead and entered the Yangxin Hall.

Queen Wang originally thought that the Emperor would keep her for the night, but unexpectedly, he actually spoke up to send her away, his voice filled with sorrow: "Your Majesty?"

Am I worse than a beast

It is getting late, Your Majesty, you should return and rest soon

Upon seeing Zhang Lingyang emerge, the attendant palace maid hurriedly presented a thick blanket for Zhang Lingyang to wrap around himself, and only then did Zhang Lingyang feel considerably warmer

The noble consort in his arms naturally sensed the decline in Zhang Lingyang's interest and turned her head to look at him in confusion

However, Zhang Lingyang did not dare to act recklessly. He patted Empress Wang's fragrant shoulder and said to her gently, "I am merely feeling a bit fatigued these past few days; there is no need for the Empress to worry!"

Zhang Lingyang ... ... Zhang Lingyang ... ...

Although Wang Qin is a eunuch, he understands that Zhang Lingyang is undergoing considerable torment in the presence of these resentful women of the inner palace, and thus he does not seek out any flaws in his words

The servant does not dare! How could Wang Qin dare to retort?

Unknowingly, it is already late at night, and coupled with dealing with those resentful women of the inner palace, at this moment, Zhang Lingyang is already utterly exhausted

"Never mind, I am somewhat fatigued. If the noble consort has no matters to attend to, you may withdraw for now!" Zhang Lingyang said, moistening his parched lips.

The Empress has only just left for less than the time it takes to burn an incense stick, do not think that this palace is unaware? Wang Qin, do you think this palace is easy to deceive?

Rest? The Noble Consort has always been willful; how could she possibly believe Wang Qin's nonsense

Even if I were to borrow a few more guts, I would still not dare! Upon hearing the noble concubine say this, Wang Qin hurriedly knelt down to apologize.

Of course, it's just a thought!" Zhang Lingyang smiled awkwardly

In the distance, a woman with an unclear appearance but a graceful figure is dancing elegantly, while a beautiful woman in palace attire is playing the flute beside her

"Hmm!" Queen Wang nodded, "I believe Your Majesty!"

Your Majesty ... ... Your Majesty ... ...

Zhang Lingyang turned his head to glance at the sky outside, only to see a pitch-black scene beyond the window, and complained, "So early?"

The noble consort in his arms naturally sensed the restlessness of young brother Zhang Lingyang, and with a dreamy smile directed at Zhang Lingyang, she said: "Your Majesty, I have recently learned a few new tricks, would you like to give them a try?"

Opening his eyes, Zhang Lingyang saw Wang Qin's old face standing right in front of him

Hehe! Zhang Lingyang chuckled and said: "Am I not busy with official duties?"

It is time for the court assembly! Wang Qin replied