The Consort is Both Charming and Scheming, Rising Through Palace Intrigue

In the third year of Yifeng, the illegitimate daughter of the Ningyang Marquis’ household entered the palace. Entering the palace is like stepping into an unfathomable sea; the only rule is to never fall in love. Ning Shuyan was well aware of this. What she sought were wealth, power, and the Emperor’s favor. Over three years, she planned meticulously, captivating the Emperor’s attention and climbing from the rank of Cairen to Noble Consort. The harem whispered that the Emperor’s affection for women was dictated by utility and interest. When Xiao Yu first met her, he was intrigued by this woman. He said, “I didn’t expect her to have such beauty.” Everyone claimed that his interest in her w...