NCCnovel Chapter 39 Trap
Chapter 39 Trap
Since the emperor summoned her, Lin Yuwei knew that she had to be more careful in dealing with other concubines. However, the struggle in the harem became more intense.
One day, Lin Yuwei was taking a walk in the Imperial Garden and happened to run into Concubine De and Concubine Life chatting in the pavilion.
When Concubine De saw Lin Yuwei, she deliberately raised her voice: "Oh, isn't this Lin Yuwei who is in favor? How come you have the leisure to come to this imperial garden?"
Lin Yuwei smiled and bowed: "Sister Defei, Sister Lifei, how are you? I just came to enjoy the beautiful scenery in this garden."
Concubine Li said sarcastically: "I'm afraid only my sister can appreciate this beautiful scenery. The rest of us are tired of seeing it." As she spoke, Concubine Li stroked her hair accessories, her eyes full of jealousy.
Lin Yuwei replied in a neither humble nor arrogant manner: "Sisters, you are joking. The beauty of this imperial garden is different in each season, and each season has its own merits. How can you get tired of it? Sisters are tired of it, maybe because you are in a bad mood and fail to appreciate its beauty."
Concubine De snorted coldly: "Sister, you are getting more and more talkative. No wonder you can charm the prince so much." Concubine De's eyes scraped at Lin Yuwei like a knife, and the handkerchief in her hand was twisted tightly.
Lin Yuwei's face changed slightly, but she remained calm: "Sister, you misunderstood. The prince and I treat each other sincerely, not by sweet words."
Concubine Li went on to say, "Sincerely? How long can your sincerity last, sister? The novelty of this palace wears off very quickly." Concubine Li curled her lips with a hint of sneer.
Lin Yuwei's eyes were firm: "My sincerity to the prince is evident to all, and will never change no matter how long it takes."
Defei and Lifei looked at each other and smiled with disdain. Defei sneered: "Hmph, let's wait and see how long you can be so proud." After that, the two turned around and left.
A few days later, when the concubines paid their respects to the Queen in her palace, they gathered together.
Concubine Hui deliberately mentioned: "I heard that Sister Lin has been learning embroidery recently. I wonder how the results are?" Concubine Hui had a seemingly friendly smile on her face, but her eyes were full of scrutiny.
Lin Yuwei said modestly: "Sister Huifei, please forgive me for making fun of you. I only know a little bit."
Concubine Zhen smiled and said, "Don't be too modest, sister. Maybe one day you will be able to embroider a stunning piece." As Concubine Zhen spoke, she fiddled with the nails on her fingers, but glanced at Lin Yuwei.
Lin Yuwei knew that this was a mockery of her, and responded: "Sister Zhenfei, you are too kind. I don't have that kind of ability."
At this time, Concubine Rou interrupted and said, "Sister Lin, I have also been interested in embroidery recently. I wonder if you could give me some pointers?" Concubine Rou's voice was gentle, but there was calculation in her eyes.
Lin Yuwei was alert in her heart, but still said: "Sister Roufei, you are too serious. How dare I tell you? We can discuss it together."
There was a sly glint in Concubine Rou's eyes: "That's great, sister, don't hide it."
After paying her respects, Lin Yuwei was stopped by Concubine Duan on her way back to her bedroom.
Concubine Duan said coldly: "Lin Yuwei, don't think that you can walk around in the harem just because the prince is protecting you." Concubine Duan raised her head and looked down at Lin Yuwei, her eyes full of hostility.
Lin Yuwei said seriously: "Sister Duan Fei, why do you say that? I have never had such an idea."
Concubine Duan stepped closer and said, "Hmph, it'd better not be. Otherwise, you'll be in trouble." Concubine Duan gritted her teeth, and the makeup on her face looked a little hideous because of anger.
Lin Yuwei did not back down: "Don't worry, sister, I will abide by my duty."
Not long after, a talent show was held in the palace.
Lin Yuwei carefully prepared a dance.
While she was dancing on the stage, the concubines below were whispering.
Concubine De whispered to Concubine Li, "Look at how she's showing off. She really thinks she can get attention this way." Concubine De's eyes were fixed on Lin Yuwei, and she kept fanning the fan in her hand, as if she wanted to fan away the unhappiness she felt when she saw Lin Yuwei.
Concubine Li agreed, "That's right, it's just a so-so dance." Concubine Li curled her lips, her eyes full of disdain, and she pretended to yawn.
After the performance, the Queen commented: "Lin Yuwei's dance is pretty good, but she needs more practice." The Queen's expression was indifferent, making it impossible to guess her true thoughts.
Lin Yuwei thanked her and said, "Thank you, Queen, for your guidance."
However, the other concubines all showed disapproving expressions.
Back in the bedroom, Lin Yuwei's personal maid said angrily: "Master, those concubines are really too much. They always target you." The maid's face turned red, feeling unfair for her master.
Lin Yuwei sighed: "In this palace, there will inevitably be fights, we can only deal with them carefully."
After some time, rumors spread in the palace that Lin Yuwei was disrespectful to the queen.
After Lin Yuwei learned about this, she hurried to find the queen to explain.
Lin Yuwei knelt in front of the queen and said, "Your Majesty, I have always respected you and have no intention of disrespecting you. This must be a malicious accusation." Beads of sweat appeared on Lin Yuwei's forehead and her eyes were filled with anxiety and sincerity.
The queen looked serious: "I trust you for now, but you also have to reflect on yourself and not give others an opportunity to take advantage of you." The queen looked at Lin Yuwei with majesty in her tone.
Lin Yuwei kowtowed repeatedly: "Thank you, Queen, for your insight. I will be careful."
After coming out of the Queen's Palace, Lin Yuwei knew in her heart that the struggle in the harem was far from over, and she had to be stronger and smarter to survive in this treacherous environment.
In the following days, Lin Yuwei was very cautious. Once, in the imperial garden, she accidentally heard Concubine De and Concubine Li plotting.
Concubine De whispered, "We must make Lin Yuwei suffer this time. We can't let her be so proud anymore."
Concubine Li nodded: "Don't worry, sister, I have arranged it, just wait and see."
Lin Yuwei's heart tightened, knowing that another storm was about to come.
Soon, a flower-viewing banquet was held in the palace, and Lin Yuwei's seat was arranged in a remote corner.
Lin Yuwei knew in her heart that someone had done this on purpose, but she still smiled and remained calm.
At the banquet, Concubine Rou deliberately mentioned Lin Yuwei's background and said, "Sister Lin has an ordinary background. It is not easy for her to be where she is today."
Lin Yuwei responded calmly: "Thank you all for your concern. Background does not determine everything. What is important is that I can share the worries of the Emperor and the Empress in the palace."
Concubine Hui continued, "Humph, that sounds nice, but who knows what you are thinking."
Lin Yuwei said: "Sister Huifei, what you said is wrong. I only want harmony in the palace."
At this moment, a palace maid suddenly came to report that a maid in Lin Yuwei's palace had made a mistake and bumped into a nobleman.
Lin Yuwei was shocked, knowing that this was another conspiracy against her. She quickly stood up and said, "I will handle it right away."
Back in the palace, Lin Yuwei found that the maid was beaten all over. It turned out that all this was a trap designed by Defei and others, who wanted to take this opportunity to punish Lin Yuwei.
Lin Yuwei looked at the maid distressedly and said, "Don't be afraid, I'm here."
She decided not to sit still and wait for death, but to find a way to fight back against these conspiracies. So, Lin Yuwei began to secretly investigate and look for evidence to expose the evil deeds of Concubine De and others...