Just as things were progressing according to Qing Qing’s plan, something she never anticipated happened. That day, the sky was clear, and the breeze was refreshing. Everything seemed peaceful, with no hint of danger. Qing Qing was unprepared when she suddenly heard the eunuch’s voice: “Concubine Shu has arrived—” “Your servant greets Concubine Shu, may you be blessed.” Qing Qing bowed in greeting, her mind racing to fathom her intentions. Ya Fu’s smile today was unusually mysterious, her composed demeanor making Qing Qing inexplicably nervous. If Ya Fu had her usual disdainful and lofty attitude, Qing Qing might have felt more at ease. But Ya Fu smiled sweetly, “How dare I accept you calling yourself a servant in front of me, sister.” The entire Cang Yu Palace was enveloped in a facade of harmony. Qing Qing forced herself to stay calm; Ya Fu had always referred to herself as “this palace” in front of her, and although “A Nu” was indeed a few years older, Ya Fu, having entered the palace before her, had never called Qing Qing “sister.” She must have a well-thought-out conspiracy today, and she was confident about it.
Chapter 136-145
Chapter 136: The Ugly Girl’s Identity Revealed
Qing Qing pretended not to know and didn’t miss the implication in her words, smiling sweeter than ever, “Why does Concubine Shu call me ‘sister’?” Ya Fu was somewhat surprised but seemed to say, “Let’s see how long you can keep this up.” She waved to dismiss the surrounding servants and said deliberately, “How long are you going to keep up the act?” Qing Qing chose to ignore her, lounging lazily on the couch, and asked with a laugh, “Why should I act?” Ya Fu was exasperated, “Don’t think I don’t know your identity.” “You never called me ‘sister’ sincerely back when we were at the Lin mansion, let alone now.” Qing Qing lazily gathered her hair, not even lifting her eyes, “You know my identity, so you feel justified in coming here.” Ya Fu was stunned, clenching her fists in frustration. After a long pause, her confident smile returned, and she asked, “Aren’t you afraid I’ll tell the Emperor?” “Go ahead, let’s see if he believes you.” Ya Fu was speechless, left fuming.
