[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace":3,"chapter-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1033":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},411335,676,"Chapter 1033: A Display of Power","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1033",1033,"\u003Cp>\"Maternal Aunt Xia, the Princess Consort requests your presence!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A maid came out to report.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing the word ’concubine,’ Xia Ruyi’s whole face twisted in anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was only when Pan Zhu tugged her sleeve that she returned to her senses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruyi suppressed the hatred in her heart and followed the maid inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she stepped into the main hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruyi found herself blinded by the splendor and elegance of the grand hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With each step she took, her resentment grew deeper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She walked through the layers of deep red Marriage-Bond Tent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She saw a woman sitting gracefully and elegantly in the main seat, wearing a bright red wedding dress adorned with phoenix motifs and a gold crown inlaid with jade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beautiful maids surrounded her on both sides, and the Fragrance Cauldron produced a gentle stream of smoke around her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden candlelight reflected on her face, highlighting her rosy cheeks and delicate eyebrows like creamy porcelain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her phoenix wedding dress emanated an opulent yet dignified air, exuding elegance amidst its weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Xia Ruyi entered the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort was in conversation with a maid beside her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her face carried a radiant smile, her eyes as bright as stars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She appeared like a blooming peony in the spring breeze, luxurious and proud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Xia Ruyi stepped through the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything she saw pierced her heart like a dagger, stabbing it over and over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The profound pain seared through her soul.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’That position was mine!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’This vile woman, how dare she silently usurp my position as Princess Consort!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And despite my countless efforts, I ended up as a mere concubine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why? Why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The malice in Xia Ruyi’s eyes could no longer be concealed, and she began to tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pan Zhu watched nervously beside her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss, why aren’t you saluting the Princess Consort?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss, please salute quickly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pan Zhu whispered to remind her, tugging at her sleeve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort on the main seat noticed this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An unusual flash passed through her eyes, disappearing quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She then adjusted her posture and smiled with concern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is troubling Maternal Aunt Xia? You look quite unwell, are you ill?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was soft and slow, carrying a hint of concern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pan Zhu hurried to her knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Replying to the Princess Consort, our... concubine is unwell; she fainted earlier this afternoon. We beg for your grace, Princess Consort!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort smiled gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that so? You may rise first!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since you’re unwell, someone brings a seat for Maternal Aunt Xia!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several maids responded and turned to bring a small stool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stool was very low, and it was below the high platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once Xia Ruyi sat down, she was nearly at the Princess Consort’s feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Does it imply... being trampled underfoot?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking around, the hatred in her heart surged even higher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This vile woman was trying to demonstrate her authority!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing this, her face flushed with anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort at the top seemed quite satisfied and smiled sweetly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maternal Aunt Xia, are you feeling better now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruyi gritted her teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The servant feels much better, thank you, Princess Consort!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The status of a concubine was extremely low; they were practically servants meant to warm the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So she had to refer to herself as a servant in front of the mistress of the Prince’s Mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort nodded in satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s good!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The maid served tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort sipped gracefully and smiled softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve heard from my maid that you also arrived at the mansion today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In the future, we will all be sisters living under the same roof; it can be considered fate!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will call you Little Sister Xia from now on, if you don’t mind?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruyi quickly stood up to respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Honored that the Princess Consort does not abandon me, how dare I be displeased!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes flickered with flames.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’What nonsense about being sisters, I have no desire to be sisters with you!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Fate? What ridiculous fate!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’This is nothing but deceitful schemes!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’If it weren’t for my own momentary oversight, how would I have fallen into their trap, leaving you to prattle on so high and mighty now!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort had no idea what she was thinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But seeing her unwilling appearance, she couldn’t help but coldly scoff in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Who do you think you are? Dreaming of becoming the Sixth Princess Consort!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Do you even look at yourself?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Back then, clinging to Princess Hai Feng, do you think I don’t know?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’No rush; for every bit you were once esteemed and arrogant, I, the Princess Consort, will ensure you become equally humiliated and worthless!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’The days are long; we’ll see!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both women looked down on each other, yet had to feign harmony.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a few rounds of exchanged glances of light and fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Sister Xia, you don’t seem fully recovered!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was thoughtless of me to have you run around!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However... the rules of the mansion cannot be neglected. Since you entered today, the Princess Consort must instruct you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Otherwise, wouldn’t it be embarrassing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying this, she didn’t wait for Xia Ruyi to speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She picked up a thick book of family rules.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And ordered the maid next to her to read them one by one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During this time, Xia Ruyi had to maintain a respectful posture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the time the maid read it all, her legs were numb and senseless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cold sweat trickled down her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Princess Consort pretended to be surprised upon seeing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh dear, Little Sister Xia, what happened to you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why are you still standing? It’s my forgetfulness for not asking you to rise!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying this, she hurriedly asked her to stand and continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since Little Sister Xia is unwell, I won’t keep you longer!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You all, escort Little Sister Xia back, and please send for a doctor to treat her properly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, and take this book of family rules and a few volumes of female conduct instructions!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In the coming days, there’s no need for you to pay respects; focus on recovering. It won’t be too late to come by once you’re well!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you’re bored, copy these several times; it won’t be dull!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She issued order after order from her high position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Xia Ruyi had no room to refute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She could only leave obediently under the watchful eyes of several maids.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for inviting a doctor, ha...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was just the Princess Consort’s ploy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was meant to confine her to a small yard, preventing her from seeing the Prince, let alone sharing his bed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Xia Ruyi returned, she smashed everything she could in the yard in fury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah ah!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I refuse to accept this, I refuse to accept!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why is that vile woman from a humble background the Princess Consort?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why, why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She frantically pounded the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pan Zhu was so frightened her face turned pale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss, Miss, please don’t be like this!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s just that you can’t leave; the days ahead are still long!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruyi could no longer bear it and slapped her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wretch!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Useless wretch that brings nothing but trouble!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s all your fault that I’ve ended up like this, all because of you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t bear it any longer; if this continues, I will die!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rest assured, if I die, I will take you down with me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Die! Die! Go die!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pan Zhu was pinned harshly against the wall by her, being choked.\u003C\u002Fp>",1251,"2026-05-30T07:41:33.085Z","2026-06-01T04:30:40.316Z",1,"novelbin.me","9244f31cf3d533bb0ee434f8929ec2147a9b65477a712f29ce0667a87467d746","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1168","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1167",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]