Da Tang Si Zi: My Six Super Rich Little Nuggets!

Chapter 87 Consort Wu presents Empress Wang with a little black cat

As dawn broke, the air inside the palace courtyard was filled with fragrance.

Although the inner palace where Empress Wang resided was not luxurious, it was extremely meticulous and clean.

The palace maids were pruning flowers and trees in the courtyard, their steps light and graceful, as if everything was proceeding in an orderly and methodical manner.

With a gentle breeze, Consort Wu appeared before the palace.

The palace maids immediately withdrew and lined up in a row. Wu Zetian wore a magnificent, deep purple robe with a beautiful drape, the gold threads shimmering in the sunlight, exuding an imposing aura.

Empress Wang still exuded an aura of "cold as ice".

Wu Zetian smiled slightly, walked slowly to Empress Wang, and gently bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, I pay my respects and wish you well." She then asked softly, "Empress Wang, have you recently undergone a hysterectomy? How have you been these past few days?"

Empress Wang slowly spoke: "Thank you for your concern, Consort Wu. After the surgery the day before yesterday, the imperial physician repeatedly instructed me to rest for three weeks. Although my movements are a little slower, I am fine now."

Consort Wu asked with concern, "Your Majesty, does your wound still hurt?"

Empress Wang smiled and replied, "The medicine sent by Zi'an is quite miraculous. After taking it, the pain gradually subsided, and I was able to sleep peacefully at night."

Consort Wu nodded in approval: "I've heard that Zi'an also has a brother who is a renowned physician in the countryside, with superb medical skills."

Empress Wang nodded in agreement: "It is indeed true. The little black cat given to me by Consort Wu is quite amusing; with it by my side, the time passes easily."

Wu Zhaoyi gently stroked the little black cat, listening to its purring, and her mood became peaceful.

Looking out the window, Empress Wang sighed, "Over the years, I've grown accustomed to being alone. Seeing Consort Zhao and the other concubines give birth one after another fills me with joy. It's fortunate you left the little black cat here for a few weeks, otherwise I'm afraid I would have collapsed from exhaustion first."

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"This isn't like Wu Zetian at all." Zi'an thought to herself as soon as she heard about it—it's too sweet, almost sickeningly sweet!!

On the one hand, Empress Wang was very magnanimous and did not care about these minor squabbles of being neglected;

On the other hand, Consort Wu treated her quite well.

But don't forget, Li Zhi intended to use Wu Zetian to eliminate Empress Wang and her uncle's family power.

When Si Zi returned, she indeed found the world to have become strange, and she began to suspect that Wu Zetian might also have traveled back in time!

Because Consort Wu's methods were no longer so cruel, she revealed to Zi'an: "Perhaps it's because Consort Wu now understands that the throne of the empress is destined to be hers! Therefore, there's no need to resort to overly bloody methods? After all, such actions will leave karmic consequences for themselves."

Zi'an glanced at Xiao Si with a smile, "Then let's bring some fruits and vegetables, and go and find out what Consort Wu thinks this afternoon, and have afternoon tea while we're at it."

Before long, Xiao Sizi happily brought over a full round basket of vegetables.

The basket of vegetables felt quite heavy, and the vibrant green vegetables peeked out from the edge of the basket, unable to conceal their lively vitality.

Little Sizi strode into the courtyard and, without any decorum, shouted into the hall, "Sister-in-law, I'm here! I brought you some fresh vegetables!"

The palace maids came running at the sound and hurriedly greeted them, deftly taking the heavy basket of vegetables.

"Yonghui Si, why didn't you let that big guy Zi'an carry it?"

Zi'an smiled helplessly. Actually, the little rascal had only brought it over himself when he got to the door.

Zi'an and Xiao Sizi were led into the hall, where several palace maids respectfully served them as they washed their hands. The water used for washing was warm and had a hint of flower petal fragrance.

Consort Wu was in the hall, her gaze gently falling on them, a kind smile on her face.

Zi'an whispered, "This scene is a bit eerie..."

Consort Wu smiled gently.

On a wooden bed in the corner of the room, a baby was lying in an embroidered cotton quilt. His fair face had a pair of bright eyes, and his little hands waved from time to time, while soft babbling words came out of his mouth.

Little Sizi's eyes lit up. He wanted to run over immediately, but fearing the cold air on his body, he squatted by the stove to warm his hands first.

Once she had warmed herself up, she leaned closer, squinted at the little baby, and praised her warmly, "Sister-in-law, your little baby is so cute! She looks just like you did back then..."

“Yonghui Si is really joking. How can a little kid know what I looked like back then?”

Yonghui Si laughed, "She also has the adorable appearance of Princess Jinyang. Father, Mother, and even the sworn brother all dote on Sizi."

Zi'an stood to the side, her heart slightly jolted. She glanced at the baby without making a sound, but her mind was in turmoil:

Is this child the princess from the rumors? The princess who was "disposed of" by Consort Wu after Empress Wang's visit? This innocent little life, just learning to speak, harbors such a dark fate...

"Yonghui Si has such a sweet tongue. Did you have a pleasant morning? This adorable Yonghui Si really looks just like Princess Jinyang. You've protected her so well! The Emperor truly trusts you." She whispered to Zi'an.

"Thank you for your concern, Consort Wu. We are all very pleased, and even more so to see you!" Eunuch Zi'an replied politely.

Consort Wu was particularly fond of Zi'an's talent. This young eunuch seemed to possess a unique charm that was hard to describe, and he was quite different from the other eunuchs in the palace.

Yonghui Si, feeling warm and healthy, ran towards the crib, curiously observing the little princess.

She thought to herself: The little princess is indeed very cute, but I also feel that this child has a tragic fate, and may even die younger than the Princess Jinyang I transmigrated into!

Yonghui Si took out a small bottle from his pocket and shook it gently. The colorful candies inside rattled and sizzled. Si was not afraid and said, "Zhaoyi, would you listen to a little boy?"

She dared to say this because Wu Zhaoyi's temperament had indeed changed in this time and space, and she was no longer as fierce and decisive.

Especially when the Emperor repeatedly mentioned the various strange events that Yonghui Si had encountered and his expertise in astronomy and astrology, she couldn't help but feel a sense of awe. "Yonghui Si, well said!"

Si Zi said, "Zhaoyi, the position of Empress is destined for you, and that's not all. As for that Empress Wang and the Xiao family, let them fend for themselves. There's no need to take any drastic measures. Do you understand what I mean?"

Consort Wu thought to herself, "Anyone who plots against me will be severely punished! If I hesitate and leave hidden dangers, it will consume my energy in the future. How can I be worthy of the title of Lone Star? How can a mere woman like me be competent for the duties of an emperor?!"

But he said, "I don't quite understand what Yonghui Si is saying, but I can only choose one of the two, can't I?"

Little Sizi said with a bright smile, "Sister-in-law, it's not necessarily like that. You know we're not just together for this lifetime... Look, these vegetables I brought are all fresh, one crop after another. They're perfect for making porridge for the little one."

Consort Wu smiled slightly and replied softly, "Yonghui Si is very thoughtful. Although there are many fruits and vegetables in the palace, this kind of sentiment is rare! No wonder the Emperor favors you."

Xiao Sizi quickly shook her head, "Not as favored as my sister-in-law," she was still quite cautious about Wu Zetian.

She warmed her hands by the stove, while gazing longingly at the hot tea brought by the palace servants. She poured herself a cup and took a big gulp.

"There was once a palace maid who was a favored concubine. One day, she suddenly craved attention and couldn't stand the Empress's oppression. In a fit of rage, she shouted, 'I wish the Empress would turn into a mouse and I would turn into a cat, so I could strangle her for all eternity!' Don't you think this palace maid's head was caught in a door? She actually wanted to have a 'cat and mouse battle' with the Empress!" Xiao Si said, making a cat-and-mouse motion, which made Consort Wu laugh.

Consort Wu said, "This story is interesting. What empress? Are you referring to Empress Wang?"