Snowy Retrospect

The 'tragic' truth tells us that time-traveling is a technical skill, and clearly, Ye Zao was mediocre at it. Being duped by her own penny-pinching uncle into becoming a lowly concubine in someone else's house was bad enough, but why did it have to be in Fourth Master's residence?
Being just a mere Concubine, how was she to get by? The starting point was too low, the background too poor, the bargaining chips too few! The big BOSS had too much HP, and every mini BOSS was lethal! After much deliberation, playing the virtuous act would get her killed, because there was Lady Ulaanala ahead of her. Playing the shrew would also lead to death, for there was Li Consort Fujin behind her. Bearing sons wasn't permitted, yet not bearing them left her with no support—what a conundrum of a life! Having finally maneuvered her way from the residence into the palace, she still had The Empress Dowager on top, who disliked her for not looking dignified enough!
Fortunately, Fourth Master didn't mind, and he secretly quite fancied her undignified looks! Ye Zao's goal was to live a good life, clothed in silk and jewels, exalted and lofty.

The Favorite Mate of Prince

The Empress Dowager understood the meaning of Fourth Master very well, but felt increasingly defiant. She thought to herself that her son was the Emperor, yet the Grand Empress Dowager had been uncherished her whole life, nothing but a decoration, so why should she have any authority over her now? She refused to accept it.


"Since the Grand Empress Dowager is tired, it would be best for His Majesty to send the Grand Empress Dowager back first." The Empress Dowager's voice was somewhat unpleasant.


"No need, I am fine. How are you, Empress Dowager? Ah, stomach discomfort is serious. It's getting colder, you should also take care of your health," said the Grand Empress Dowager with a smile.


She expressed her concern for the Empress Dowager in less than fluent Chinese. It may not have been overly affectionate, but she certainly gave the Empress Dowager enough face.


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