Chapter 1005: The Chen Palace Is Accepting New Residents

The youngest daughter of the Mu Family has a sweet appearance, looking like a delicate little girl who elicits deep sympathy.

Unfortunately, her beauty was not meant to be long-lasting. Born with a weak constitution and heart damage that originated in the womb, she relies on precious and rare herbs for long-term care.

As the youngest daughter of the Mu Family, she is not as ostentatious as other noble children, attracting much public adoration.

Due to her poor health, she hardly ever leaves the house, and few people have seen her.

When mentioning his beloved sister, Mu Zifan’s cold demeanor softens: "She’s doing well, now she can hop and skip just like a normal person."

Wanqi Jingyi’s eyes hid a hint of contemplation as he casually remarked, "Among the noble families in Beijing, there really aren’t many legitimate young ladies of main branches who can stand out, and Zifeng is already eighteen, isn’t she?"

Mu Zifan knew he wouldn’t mention his little sister without reason. He lowered his gaze, rubbing his fingertips secretly: "Yes, the girl just celebrated her birthday."

As if he didn’t notice Mu Zifan’s tense emotions, Wanqi Jingyi teased, "The girl is at the age to find a husband."

Mu Zifan’s eyebrows knitted tightly, showing a strong aversion to the topic: "So many years of her being weak, hardly leaving the house, no one has been interested in her. The family intends to take care of her for her entire life, if necessary."

Most importantly, the precious herbs Mu Zifeng consumes every year amount to a hefty sum, and who in their right mind would willingly take on the burden without expecting anything in return?

The family had long planned to care for her throughout her life.

If the little sister finds love, they also wouldn’t mind finding a husband to live with her at home.

Wanqi Jingyi turned back and stared at Mu Zifan meaningfully, "Have the peaceful days in Beijing made you, Mu Great Young Master, forget the past palace intrigue in Chen Palace?"

"..."

Mu Zifan’s previously casual posture turned upright upon hearing this.

"What do you mean by this, Brother Jingyi?"

"Heh!" Wanqi Jingyi sneered: "This year, someone will enter the Chen Palace."

The current resident of the Chen Palace is not accompanied by just one lady.

He has one main wife and two concubines, along with women sent by the Cabinet and other noble families in Beijing, all of whom come from noble origins.

According to royal protocol, any reigning monarch is not allowed to have just one woman.

The main wife and two concubines must be appointed within the palace.

And now, the one in the Chen Palace selects a woman of clean and pure family lineage every year to enter the palace.

The main wife and concubines in the palace are already in place, so the women going in later naturally don’t have a high status.

Frankly speaking, they’re just playthings for the monarch to pass the time with.

Speaking of these women entering the palace, each one of them is the pride of her family, hailing from noble families in Beijing.

Yet, they are sacrificed by their families to enter the palace intrigue.

But isn’t this also the undercurrent of surging struggles among various forces in Beijing?

Mu Zifan frowned deeply, understanding the implication behind Wanqi Jingyi’s words.

He placed the wine glass in his hand down, eyes half-narrowed: "Zifeng’s health is weak, and the Mu Family has never relied on women for advancement, so it shouldn’t have much to do with her this year."

"Zifan, don’t just look at the surface," Wanqi Jingyi’s voice was indifferent.

Mu Zifan stayed silent, his gaze lowering, and a thoughtful expression flickered in his cold eyes.

After a while, he gently shook his head, speaking calmly: "The Mu Family has reached its peak now, even if the Han Family wanted Zifeng to enter the Chen Palace, they would have to consider the reputations of both families. My father dotes on the little sister so much, and if he objects, would the Han Family dare to force it?"