The Favored Little Peasant Seizes the Heroine's Script!-Chapter 491 - 453: As an Older Brother

The imperial palace, Cining Palace.

The Empress Dowager was in a very bad mood.

After so many years of planning, just as everything was about to come to fruition, an unexpected mishap occurred at the last moment. Not only did all efforts end in vain, but it also resulted in almost being deserted by everyone, both near and far.

Nanny Shen was by the Empress Dowager’s side. Noticing her poor mood, she wanted to offer some advice, but didn’t know what to say.

She opened her mouth several times, but ultimately, not a word came out.

"If you want to say something, just say it!"

The Empress Dowager noticed Nanny Shen’s unease and spoke directly.

"Madam, this servant has nothing to say!"

"It’s just that you shouldn’t be so hard on yourself!"

In Nanny Shen’s view, the Empress Dowager was indeed being too hard on herself.

Even if these matters were known by the Eldest Princess and the Wei Family, so what?

In public matters, she is the Empress Dowager.

In private matters, she is the mother of the Eldest Princess and the grandmother of Wei Wushang.

The Empress Dowager understood these things.

She wasn’t being hard on herself now; it was that she couldn’t get over the hurdle in her heart.

Nanny Shen’s words, those principles, the Empress Dowager understood them all.

But understanding is one thing; being able to do it is another.

"You better stop talking!" 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

The Empress Dowager glanced sideways at Nanny Shen, "Go to the palace gate and check if everyone has arrived?"

"Reporting to Madam, the Eldest Princess has not arrived yet!"

"This servant has already sent someone to keep watch, and as soon as the Eldest Princess arrives, they will report it immediately."

Nanny Shen spoke respectfully.

As someone who served closely with the Empress Dowager, Nanny Shen was well aware of the Empress Dowager’s thoughts.

"You may go now!"

Upon hearing that the Eldest Princess hadn’t arrived, the Empress Dowager’s mood worsened.

She knew her actions were not completely honorable, but she still hoped the Eldest Princess would be on her side. Even if she couldn’t understand her, she should at least not make things difficult for her.

After all, she was her mother.

"Ungrateful child!"

After Nanny Shen withdrew, the Empress Dowager muttered angrily.

...

Just as the Empress Dowager was filled with grievances against the Eldest Princess, Emperor Xia also wore a troubled expression in the Imperial Study Room.

Today was the Empress Dowager’s birthday.

Although it wasn’t a milestone birthday that required grand celebrations, it should still be somewhat festive.

However, after what happened yesterday, the idea of a festive celebration seemed destined to fail.

In fact, it was questionable whether this birthday celebration could be held smoothly.

"Chen Lian!"

"This servant is here!"

Upon hearing Emperor Xia’s call, Chen Lian hurried forward.

"Go out of the palace and see the Eldest Princess, ask her to show some restraint for my sake!"

"Tell her this is a plea from a brother to his sister."

Emperor Xia felt weary.

Dealing with court affairs was already exhausting.

But now, he not only had to handle court matters but also these family affairs.

"This servant understands!"

Chen Lian understood Emperor Xia’s intentions.

Even as an observer, Chen Lian found these matters very tricky.

The Empress Dowager’s actions, to put it bluntly, were not justifiable.

The incident with the Old Imperial Father-in-law was truly not the fault of Mr. Wei, yet the Empress Dowager insisted on blaming it on him, which was causing trouble without reason.

As for the late emperor’s passing, to blame Mr. Wei for that was beyond Chen Lian’s comprehension.

But the Empress Dowager was still the Empress Dowager.

Confronting the Empress Dowager was difficult even for Emperor Xia.

Chen Lian, being just a servant, had no way to address these matters with the Empress Dowager.

After all, where would a servant find the courage to meddle in their master’s affairs?

...

Chen Lian left the palace, having someone carry a sedan chair, and hurried toward the Wei Family residence in the Capital as quickly as possible.

Due to the Empress Dowager’s birthday, the Capital was in festive spirits.

The Empress Dowager’s grand birthday should naturally be shared with the people.

The streets were adorned with lanterns and decorations, full of festive cheer.

Many citizens were strolling about the streets, and the shops along the roads were hosting various celebrations and promotions, attracting large crowds.

"Please inform the Eldest Princess that Chen Lian seeks an audience!"

Because of the bustling crowds on the streets, even with Chen Lian’s clear signaling, it still took more than half an hour to reach the Wei Family.

By this time, the sun was already high in the sky.

On the way to the Wei Family residence, Chen Lian didn’t encounter the Eldest Princess’s carriage, which meant she hadn’t left her home yet.

This situation made Chen Lian quite anxious, fearing the Eldest Princess might miss the Empress Dowager’s birthday celebration.

If the Eldest Princess didn’t attend the Empress Dowager’s birthday, rumors of a rift between the Empress Dowager and the Eldest Princess would likely spread throughout Daxia in no time.

The Empress Dowager stands for the royal family.

The Eldest Princess, married to Wei Dingjiang, represents the Wei Family.

If there’s discord between the royal family and the Wei Family, it indicates something major is brewing in Daxia.

"Wait a moment, Chief Chen!"

The guard at the gate certainly recognized Chen Lian.

After all, the chief eunuch by Emperor Xia’s side was a frequent visitor to the Wei Family residence.

"Thank you!"

Chen Lian bowed slightly, standing at the door waiting.

The Wei Family guard quickly rushed inside, passing along the message of Chen Lian’s arrival.

The Eldest Princess, after receiving the message, pondered for a moment before deciding to meet Chen Lian.

In fact, even if Chen Lian hadn’t come, the Eldest Princess was planning to head to the palace soon.

However, since Chen Lian came, the Eldest Princess wanted to hear what he had to say. Chen Lian represented Emperor Xia, so whatever Chen Lian said reflected Emperor Xia’s intentions.

The Eldest Princess wanted to hear what her own brother, the emperor, had to say.

Chen Lian was soon invited into the residence and met with the Eldest Princess.

"This servant Chen Lian, greets the Eldest Princess!"

"What message does my brother have for me?"

The Eldest Princess glanced at Chen Lian and spoke indifferently.

Chen Lian glanced at the numerous attendants by the Eldest Princess’s side.

The Eldest Princess immediately waved her hand, dismissing them.

"Speak!"

The Eldest Princess’s expression remained calm.

"Your Highness, the Emperor asked this servant to convey that, for his sake, please bear with it. The Emperor mentioned it’s a brother’s plea to his sister."

"Your Highness, the Emperor finds this very challenging too!"

Chen Lian looked at the Eldest Princess, subtly speaking a good word for Emperor Xia.

The Eldest Princess could tell that Chen Lian was advocating for Emperor Xia.

"Please inform the Emperor that I know what to do."

The Eldest Princess had never planned to completely estrange herself from the Empress Dowager, because, after all, she was her mother.

They might have disagreements, but there was no need for outright hostility.

"This servant takes his leave!"

Having achieved his purpose, Chen Lian hurried back to report to Emperor Xia.

Shortly after Chen Lian’s departure, the Eldest Princess, along with Yuan Bao, headed to the imperial palace.

Meanwhile, in the palace, the noblewomen who had come to pay their respects to the Empress Dowager also wore heavy expressions, as the hour had grown quite late.