Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Chapter 661 Accept Fate and Move On
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Seeing the Empress Dowager in this state, Pei Zhuang guessed that she probably had no idea about these things at all.
The Nan family was no longer attentive to the Empress Dowager, cutting off her contact with the outside of the palace.
Pei Zhuang ordered someone to summon the imperial physician Su Mo to examine the Empress Dowager.
After taking the Empress Dowager's pulse, Su Mo said to Pei Zhuang: "The Empress Dowager is merely suffering from anxiety and anger attacking the heart. It's normal for her to experience some headaches at her age. As long as she takes the medicine according to my prescription, there won't be any issues."
"That's great. Please write the prescription quickly, Doctor Su, so that I can have someone prepare the medicine," Pei Zhuang urged Su Mo.
At that time, the Empress Dowager was lying on the bed, looking ill and feeble. She said to Pei Zhuang, "Don't bother about me. You all are hoping for this old woman to die, so why pretend to care?"
Su Mo looked at Pei Zhuang in surprise. This involved the royal family's secrets, and he wouldn't dare to listen even if he had ten times the courage.
However, Pei Zhuang merely waved her hand at him, telling him to go to the outer chamber to write the prescription first. She didn't make things too difficult for him. Su Mo finally breathed a sigh of relief. It was still their Empress who was understanding and reasonable, and wouldn't make things difficult for people in such matters.
"You few, go outside and help Doctor Su take inventory of the medicinal ingredients needed, and then fetch a basin of water for the Empress Dowager." Pei Zhuang sent all the palace servants out of the room, leaving only her and a few trusted maids in the inner chamber.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Pei Zhuang sat down on the edge of the bed, looking at the Empress Dowager lying sick on the bed. She took a deep breath and said, "The deceased has passed. Please restrain your grief, Mother."
"I ask you, was it Concubine Su who harmed Furong, or did you secretly collude with others and frame Concubine Su for this matter!" The Empress Dowager suddenly grabbed Pei Zhuang's arm and asked angrily, glaring at her.
Pei Zhuang was quite surprised by her grasp. She quickly shook off the Empress Dowager's hand and looked at her in bewilderment, saying, "Could it be that in Mother's eyes, I am so despicable? I have never stooped to framing and slandering others. Su Pingting was afraid that the Nan family would no longer care for her after Nan Furong married the King of Yue, so she deliberately ruined their marriage. If you don't believe me, you can summon Madam Nan to the palace and ask her."
The Empress Dowager was first surprised that Consort Su had so many schemes in her mind, which was truly detestable and frightening. Then, she was surprised that Pei Zhuang had actually known from the beginning that Su Pengting was from their Nan family. How come she had never shown any indication of this before?
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:This woman is truly devious and calculating.
"When did you first find out?" the Empress Dowager asked coldly.
Pei Zhuangyun said nonchalantly, "Find out what? That the Nan family was supporting Su Peng Ting, or that the marriage between the Yue Prince's household and the Nan family was meant to build up power for both sides, with the intention of rebellion?"
"You're talking nonsense. When did the Nan family ever think about rebelling? Don't speak nonsense, you woman. The two families are just normal in-laws of their children," the Empress Dowager immediately defended the Nan family.
Pei Zhuang chuckled and said, "What's important is not what I think, but what Your Majesty thinks. One is a prince holding heavy military power, and the other is the emperor's relative by marriage. When the two gather together, it's hard to guarantee what people outside might think."
Seeing that the Empress Dowager remained unmoved, she continued, "Moreover, ever since Nan Furong and the Crown Prince of Yue got married, they have been constantly arguing and fighting. Even when Nan Furong unexpectedly died, the Crown Prince of Yue was suspected, which shows that their relationship was not good. If they still insist on not divorcing under such circumstances, isn't it just for the power behind their families?"
The Empress Dowager was left speechless by her words. Madam Nan had never mentioned these things to her before.
Every time she visited the palace before, Madam Nan would always emphasize how well-matched the two children were and that if they were to marry, it would certainly be a good match. How could she change her tune so quickly?
Here is the English translation of the webpage content, with the original HTML tags preserved:"Everyone knows that the Nan family harbors disloyal intentions, yet Your Majesty has held back from taking action against them, not because you believe they are useful subjects," Pei Zhuang earnestly looked at the Empress Dowager, patiently advising, "but out of consideration for Your Majesty's relationship with the Empress Dowager."
The Empress Dowager did not condemn the Nan family because she feared that others would gossip behind her back about her maternal family being a criminal clan. She had many reservations in her actions, rather than truly being afraid of their family.
Pei Zhuang explained the twists and turns of the matter to the Empress Dowager, hoping that Her Highness would think it through clearly this time and not make things difficult anymore.
After hearing Pei Zhuang's words, the Empress Dowager appeared deep in thought. Suddenly, she complained of a severe headache and said she didn't want to listen to Pei Zhuang any further, telling her to visit another day instead.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Since she is not willing to acknowledge this matter now, Pei Zhuang does not force her. The Empress Dowager will understand one day.
"Then, Mother, please rest well. I shall take my leave first." Pei Zhuang stood up and walked towards the outside, but before leaving the inner chamber, she turned back and asked the Empress Dowager, "Do you think this year's winter clothing should be distributed?"
The Empress Dowager was stunned for a moment, and then said with a complex expression, "Whether or not to distribute winter clothing in the harem is decided by the person in charge of the harem. If this person is capable, naturally, they will ensure that the winter clothing is distributed on time. If they are incapable, then the entire harem will be left to freeze."
She is threatening herself.
Pei Zhuang smiled gracefully at the Empress Dowager and nodded, saying, "Then I know what I should do."
She was never one to patiently endure being taken advantage of. If someone didn't appreciate the courtesy given to them, then they shouldn't blame her for showing no mercy.
As soon as she returned to the Wutong Palace, Pei Zhuang summoned Liu Gonggong, the director of the Internal Affairs Department, to her palace. This Liu Gonggong was a shrewd character who had flattered the Empress Dowager in the past, but he never seemed to lose face in front of Pei Zhuang either, performing perfectly on both sides.
Eunuch Liu hurried over and bowed repeatedly in front of Pei Zhuang, looking extremely attentive.
However, it was only an appearance.
"During this time when Your Highness was not in the palace, this old servant was worried sick. In the past, Your Highness always managed the affairs of the inner palace. In your absence, everything has become difficult for this old servant. It is truly Your Highness who is the wisest and most familiar with managing the inner palace affairs." Eunuch Liu did not forget to flatter as soon as he arrived.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Shuang'er and several palace maids beside her heard his words and were all secretly laughing at him.
Pei Zhuang reproachfully glanced at Shuang'er and the others. They should see Eunuch Liu's capabilities. In the workplace, this kind of person is the most favored by the leadership. With a few words, they can get a lot of things done.
Here is the content translated to English, preserving the original HTML tags:"You need not busy yourself with flattering me. You have not even completed your own tasks properly. You should consider yourself lucky that I am not punishing you," Pei Zhuang said to him, unmoved.
Upon hearing this, Eunuch Liu immediately knelt on the ground and repeatedly said, "It is all this old servant's fault for displeasing Niangniang. Please punish this old servant with death!"
"Fine, then beat me to death." Pei Zhuang said casually.
Hearing this, Eunuch Liu panicked and quickly waved his hands, saying, "No, although this old servant's life is worthless and the Madam can easily kill me, this servant still has some use. Please spare this servant's life so that I can share some of your burdens."
Here is the English translation of the provided Chinese text, with the original HTML tags retained:Just now he was insisting that Pei Zhuang should beat him to death, but now he can't bear to part with his own life. Pei Zhuang let out a cold laugh and didn't bicker with him about it.
The Nan family was no longer attentive to the Empress Dowager, cutting off her contact with the outside of the palace.
Pei Zhuang ordered someone to summon the imperial physician Su Mo to examine the Empress Dowager.
After taking the Empress Dowager's pulse, Su Mo said to Pei Zhuang: "The Empress Dowager is merely suffering from anxiety and anger attacking the heart. It's normal for her to experience some headaches at her age. As long as she takes the medicine according to my prescription, there won't be any issues."
"That's great. Please write the prescription quickly, Doctor Su, so that I can have someone prepare the medicine," Pei Zhuang urged Su Mo.
At that time, the Empress Dowager was lying on the bed, looking ill and feeble. She said to Pei Zhuang, "Don't bother about me. You all are hoping for this old woman to die, so why pretend to care?"
Su Mo looked at Pei Zhuang in surprise. This involved the royal family's secrets, and he wouldn't dare to listen even if he had ten times the courage.
However, Pei Zhuang merely waved her hand at him, telling him to go to the outer chamber to write the prescription first. She didn't make things too difficult for him. Su Mo finally breathed a sigh of relief. It was still their Empress who was understanding and reasonable, and wouldn't make things difficult for people in such matters.
"You few, go outside and help Doctor Su take inventory of the medicinal ingredients needed, and then fetch a basin of water for the Empress Dowager." Pei Zhuang sent all the palace servants out of the room, leaving only her and a few trusted maids in the inner chamber.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Pei Zhuang sat down on the edge of the bed, looking at the Empress Dowager lying sick on the bed. She took a deep breath and said, "The deceased has passed. Please restrain your grief, Mother."
"I ask you, was it Concubine Su who harmed Furong, or did you secretly collude with others and frame Concubine Su for this matter!" The Empress Dowager suddenly grabbed Pei Zhuang's arm and asked angrily, glaring at her.
Pei Zhuang was quite surprised by her grasp. She quickly shook off the Empress Dowager's hand and looked at her in bewilderment, saying, "Could it be that in Mother's eyes, I am so despicable? I have never stooped to framing and slandering others. Su Pingting was afraid that the Nan family would no longer care for her after Nan Furong married the King of Yue, so she deliberately ruined their marriage. If you don't believe me, you can summon Madam Nan to the palace and ask her."
The Empress Dowager was first surprised that Consort Su had so many schemes in her mind, which was truly detestable and frightening. Then, she was surprised that Pei Zhuang had actually known from the beginning that Su Pengting was from their Nan family. How come she had never shown any indication of this before?
Here is the English translation with the original HTML tags preserved:This woman is truly devious and calculating.
"When did you first find out?" the Empress Dowager asked coldly.
Pei Zhuangyun said nonchalantly, "Find out what? That the Nan family was supporting Su Peng Ting, or that the marriage between the Yue Prince's household and the Nan family was meant to build up power for both sides, with the intention of rebellion?"
"You're talking nonsense. When did the Nan family ever think about rebelling? Don't speak nonsense, you woman. The two families are just normal in-laws of their children," the Empress Dowager immediately defended the Nan family.
Pei Zhuang chuckled and said, "What's important is not what I think, but what Your Majesty thinks. One is a prince holding heavy military power, and the other is the emperor's relative by marriage. When the two gather together, it's hard to guarantee what people outside might think."
Seeing that the Empress Dowager remained unmoved, she continued, "Moreover, ever since Nan Furong and the Crown Prince of Yue got married, they have been constantly arguing and fighting. Even when Nan Furong unexpectedly died, the Crown Prince of Yue was suspected, which shows that their relationship was not good. If they still insist on not divorcing under such circumstances, isn't it just for the power behind their families?"
The Empress Dowager was left speechless by her words. Madam Nan had never mentioned these things to her before.
Every time she visited the palace before, Madam Nan would always emphasize how well-matched the two children were and that if they were to marry, it would certainly be a good match. How could she change her tune so quickly?
Here is the English translation of the webpage content, with the original HTML tags preserved:"Everyone knows that the Nan family harbors disloyal intentions, yet Your Majesty has held back from taking action against them, not because you believe they are useful subjects," Pei Zhuang earnestly looked at the Empress Dowager, patiently advising, "but out of consideration for Your Majesty's relationship with the Empress Dowager."
The Empress Dowager did not condemn the Nan family because she feared that others would gossip behind her back about her maternal family being a criminal clan. She had many reservations in her actions, rather than truly being afraid of their family.
Pei Zhuang explained the twists and turns of the matter to the Empress Dowager, hoping that Her Highness would think it through clearly this time and not make things difficult anymore.
After hearing Pei Zhuang's words, the Empress Dowager appeared deep in thought. Suddenly, she complained of a severe headache and said she didn't want to listen to Pei Zhuang any further, telling her to visit another day instead.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Since she is not willing to acknowledge this matter now, Pei Zhuang does not force her. The Empress Dowager will understand one day.
"Then, Mother, please rest well. I shall take my leave first." Pei Zhuang stood up and walked towards the outside, but before leaving the inner chamber, she turned back and asked the Empress Dowager, "Do you think this year's winter clothing should be distributed?"
The Empress Dowager was stunned for a moment, and then said with a complex expression, "Whether or not to distribute winter clothing in the harem is decided by the person in charge of the harem. If this person is capable, naturally, they will ensure that the winter clothing is distributed on time. If they are incapable, then the entire harem will be left to freeze."
She is threatening herself.
Pei Zhuang smiled gracefully at the Empress Dowager and nodded, saying, "Then I know what I should do."
She was never one to patiently endure being taken advantage of. If someone didn't appreciate the courtesy given to them, then they shouldn't blame her for showing no mercy.
As soon as she returned to the Wutong Palace, Pei Zhuang summoned Liu Gonggong, the director of the Internal Affairs Department, to her palace. This Liu Gonggong was a shrewd character who had flattered the Empress Dowager in the past, but he never seemed to lose face in front of Pei Zhuang either, performing perfectly on both sides.
Eunuch Liu hurried over and bowed repeatedly in front of Pei Zhuang, looking extremely attentive.
However, it was only an appearance.
"During this time when Your Highness was not in the palace, this old servant was worried sick. In the past, Your Highness always managed the affairs of the inner palace. In your absence, everything has become difficult for this old servant. It is truly Your Highness who is the wisest and most familiar with managing the inner palace affairs." Eunuch Liu did not forget to flatter as soon as he arrived.
Here is the translation to English, preserving the original HTML tags:Shuang'er and several palace maids beside her heard his words and were all secretly laughing at him.
Pei Zhuang reproachfully glanced at Shuang'er and the others. They should see Eunuch Liu's capabilities. In the workplace, this kind of person is the most favored by the leadership. With a few words, they can get a lot of things done.
Here is the content translated to English, preserving the original HTML tags:"You need not busy yourself with flattering me. You have not even completed your own tasks properly. You should consider yourself lucky that I am not punishing you," Pei Zhuang said to him, unmoved.
Upon hearing this, Eunuch Liu immediately knelt on the ground and repeatedly said, "It is all this old servant's fault for displeasing Niangniang. Please punish this old servant with death!"
"Fine, then beat me to death." Pei Zhuang said casually.
Hearing this, Eunuch Liu panicked and quickly waved his hands, saying, "No, although this old servant's life is worthless and the Madam can easily kill me, this servant still has some use. Please spare this servant's life so that I can share some of your burdens."
Here is the English translation of the provided Chinese text, with the original HTML tags retained:Just now he was insisting that Pei Zhuang should beat him to death, but now he can't bear to part with his own life. Pei Zhuang let out a cold laugh and didn't bicker with him about it.