《BOOK 2》Last Night, the Stars Were Just Like You【Quick Transmigration】(BL)

288 - Three Thousand People in the Harem: Only Taking One Sip from the Ladle(1)

Translator: dapotaturs

Release Date: 11/11/2024

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The golden and resplendent palace was brightly lit, and as far as the eye could see, everything was bathed in a red glow.

The palace servants were diligently attending to their duties, not daring to slack off in the slightest.

Inside the Changsheng Palace, a young eunuch nervously glanced at his godfather and quietly asked, "Godfather, the time is nearly up. Do you think we should remind His Majesty? Everyone's waiting."

Wherever the Emperor was to go, it was essential to have a clear directive.

It wasn't that the young eunuch was overly impatient. Today was the first time the Emperor, after his enthronement, was formally holding the selection of a new Empress and concubines. Among those to be chosen were not only the Empress but also three high-ranking concubines, seven concubines ranked in the fourth grade and above, and countless others of lower rank.

The palace had suddenly gained more than a dozen new masters, and many were already scheming, trying to gather information to see which concubine might gain favor. They were eager to bet on the right one, hoping to rise in status, to see their fortunes soar.

The young eunuch had already collected tributes from the past three months in one go. Since he had collected the tributes, it was only right to gather some information in return.

The Chief Eunuch, wielding his dusting brush, sharply poked the young eunuch and said sternly, "Do you think you can guess His Majesty's mind?! I see you don't care about your head anymore!"

"Godfather, godfather! I don't dare!" The young eunuch, drenched in sweat, quickly begged for forgiveness. "I don't dare..."

The Chief Eunuch gave a cold snort. He knew that his godson, while a bit petty, lacked grand ambitions. He could be somewhat earnest and stubborn at times, but he was obedient and genuinely sincere towards his godfather, so his other shortcomings could be overlooked.

"Be good. If someone sends a gift, just take it, but whether you help them with something—well, that depends on the situation. Be careful, though, if you end up losing your life, don't blame me for not warning you."

"Yes, yes, godfather, you're right!" The young eunuch quickly flashed a smile, offering more flattering words to appease the Chief Eunuch. Only after that did he stop probing the Emperor's news in his heart.

As the Chief Eunuch had said, he was obedient, though a bit foolish. He knew well what was good for him and naturally wouldn't offend his powerful godfather for the sake of those who had offered gifts.

While the two were speaking softly outside the hall, they were unaware that the figure half-lying on the bed within had slowly opened his eyes.

On the incense table, the gilded openwork incense burner was releasing curling wisps of blue smoke, obscuring the person's face and expression, adding to the mystery.

Yu Zhi had just opened his eyes, and the first thing he saw was the dazzling red of the palace interior.

The magnificent architecture, the unique decorative patterns, and the gold and red dragon-patterned ceremonial robe he wore, all unmistakably signaled his status in this body.

Yu Zhi rose from the bed and, looking through the window at the dimming sky outside, was considering whether to leave now or wait a bit longer.

"Your Majesty." Hearing the movement, the Chief Eunuch from outside entered to attend to him.