[{"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-1056":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},411191,676,"Chapter 1056: Cheap or Precious?","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1056",1056,"\u003Cp>\"Okay! Go on!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl rarely got to go out, and as her mother, Xia Ruqing naturally wanted to give her the best of everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The carriage stopped at the roadside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mother and daughter got off and walked towards the bustling street market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was Yue Er’s second time visiting the Capital City Street.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the last Lantern Festival, she was dressed thickly and couldn’t even walk, having to be carried around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this time was different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The weather was neither too cold nor too hot, and there weren’t as many people as before. Walking, running, and jumping were effortless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Little Yue Er was exceptionally excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mother! Mother!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing quickly covered her mouth and quietly instructed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shh! Yue Er!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You mustn’t let anyone know we’re from the palace!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can’t call me Mother, call me ’A-nyang’!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Er nodded thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A-nyang!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A-nyang!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing finally smiled and nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yue Er is such a good girl!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A-nyang, I want some candied hawthorn berries!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl pointed at a bunch of bright red candied hawthorn berries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing carried her daughter and headed toward the candied hawthorn stall!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, a big bunch of candied hawthorn was in hand, and Yue Er was smiling radiantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing led her daughter from East Street to West Street.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gradually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Er, Xia Ruqing, and even the Wetnurse Sister, Palace Maids, and eunuchs following them, were all loaded with items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both mother and daughter were quite exhausted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yue Er, it’s getting late, let’s head back!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Er’s big eyes were still darting around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A-nyang!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I still want to go... there!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following her little finger, Xia Ruqing looked — a powder shop?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She immediately stopped her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re not allowed. You’re just over two years old, not even three!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Er seemed unconvinced and pointed elsewhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then... I want to go there!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing looked again — Zhenbao Pavilion jewelry shop?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No way! That’s not suitable for you either!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Er got anxious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mother Consort, I don’t want to go back!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s boring back home, outside is so much fun!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing frustratedly put on a stern face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s already late, we should head back! Otherwise, your Father Emperor will worry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you don’t behave, A-nyang won’t bring you here again next time!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Er hurriedly nodded compliantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright then!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go back then!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl eagerly grabbed her hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing picked up her daughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s more like it, let’s go back!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servants behind responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And quickly assisted the Empress to the carriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Little Eunuch had already brought the carriage over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Xia Ruqing was about to board the carriage with her daughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A voice behind suddenly called out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Greetings to the Empress!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing was a bit surprised, turned around, and immediately frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So it’s the Sixth Princess Consort!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman before her was the niece of Empress Dowager Zhen’s family, with a humble background but luckily favored by Empress Dowager Zhen, the Sixth Princess Consort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although from a small family, the woman was relatively well-mannered!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, no matter how well-mannered, Xia Ruqing had no fondness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sixth Princess Consort is also out shopping! What a coincidence!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Sixth Princess Consort quickly responded warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is the Empress returning?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing slightly annoyed, still nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Sixth Princess Consort’s eyes dimmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alas! I originally had something to discuss with the Empress, but since Her Majesty is busy, let’s leave it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked regretful after saying that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing got even more irritated and directly said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well then, Princess Consort should skip it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying that, she got into the carriage with Yue Er without another glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving the Sixth Princess Consort standing there awkwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t do anything about the Empress, regretfully had to bow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The carriage slowly began to depart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside, Yue Er was excitedly playing with the newly bought toys.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Xia Ruqing’s brows were furrowed, her expression deeply displeased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’That woman must have done it on purpose!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Intentionally calling me Empress, knowing I’m incognito to reveal my identity?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Luckily, the bustling street noise covered it up, otherwise...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Surely, she’s up to no good!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside her, Zi Su was equally furious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But with the Princess present, she couldn’t say much, only holding it in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, back at the palace, night had fallen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing asked someone to take the Princess down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Changed her clothes inside, ate a few pastries, and finally felt relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Su, filled with unspoken words, now had the chance to vent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing her so angry, Xia Ruqing couldn’t help but laugh at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at you! I’m not that angry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Su patted her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lady, I’m just holding it in!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I feel they’re not well-intentioned towards the Empress!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing sighed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, don’t fuss too much! We can’t retaliate over such a trivial matter!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Otherwise, we’ll appear petty!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Zi Su could only bow her head in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After sipping a cup of tea, Xia Ruqing suddenly thought of something and instructed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Keep a close eye on Empress Dowager Zhen and the Prince’s Mansion outside the palace, Fifth Prince’s Mansion, and Sixth Prince’s Mansion!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Report any news promptly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since they’re up to no good, we have to be vigilant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Su seemed relieved and content.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing shook her head helplessly, letting her be.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After returning from outside the palace, Yue Er had gained many new toys.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her favorite was the small dagger with faux gemstones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Children couldn’t differentiate the real from fake, they just liked the look, cutting and slicing with it daily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Wetnurse Nanny worried she might hurt herself, wanted to take it away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every time, it led to wailing cries, making it so that even Zhao Junyao had no choice but to give in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nevertheless...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at Yue Er’s dagger, both amused and helpless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even such a cheap thing is your favorite?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yue Er treated it as a treasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s cheap? Yue Er just likes the cheap!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao: \"...\" His forehead lined with sweat!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh daughter, do you even know what ’cheap’ means?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In order to make his daughter toss away this embarrassing item.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao quickly found a piece of fine rosewood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his spare time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He meticulously carved the wood bit by bit into a wooden dagger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having learned to paint since childhood, the dagger’s patterns and veins were exquisite and refined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the carving was done, it needed to be sent to the Ministry of Internal Affairs for specialized artisans to polish, wax, color, and finally inlay top-quality gemstones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An elegant wooden dagger was finally complete.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On this day, Zhao Junyao was reviewing documents in the Imperial Study Room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan delivered the completed dagger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please have a look, Emperor!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao unveiled the red cloth covering the tray.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before his eyes lay an extremely refined wooden dagger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deep red handle was polished to a glossy shine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was inlaid with two Southern Pearls and two large Rubies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The patterns on the dagger were edged with gold threads, appearing luxurious and regal, suiting a princess’s status.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to being made from rosewood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was weighty in hand, and although the blade was wood, it could slice simple things!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In any case, it was more than enough to replace that cheap dagger.\u003C\u002Fp>",1220,"2026-05-30T07:41:33.116Z","2026-06-01T04:30:40.316Z",1,"novelbin.me","9e097c7154ca70c17c368eb6820ac6227745a8f3fc2c54f4bcd4b1b8bf53cbe1","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1057","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1055",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]