[{"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-1098":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},411233,676,"Chapter 1098: Honored Lady Dou Is Not Well","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1098",1098,"\u003Cp>The guests exchanged polite greetings several times, and the atmosphere became slightly livelier, thankfully not as stiff!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ladies were also well aware of the purpose of this banquet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each was bedecked with makeup, gold and silver, jade, emerald, and agate accessories, their makeup exquisite, beautiful and charming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few lively ones were particularly eager to boldly express themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Occasionally cracking a joke, occasionally showing concern about the health of the Imperial Noble Consort and Imperial Concubines.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or flattering the Crown Prince or Princess a few times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In short, there was a variety of topics, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, there were also some introverts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unable to flatter or joke, they could only sit quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Either smiling in accompaniment or sipping tea lightly, creating a scene of serenity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing and the Imperial Noble Consort and Imperial Concubines observed secretly while chatting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, everyone’s personality traits were clear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The luncheon was quite lavish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were exquisite dishes prepared by the palace’s Imperial Chef, as well as delicious appetizers prepared by the kitchen maid in Xia Ruqing’s palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ladies, who rarely ventured outside, had never seen such dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They exclaimed in astonishment, eagerly picking up their chopsticks to try.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing smiled as she hosted them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t be reserved, try them all!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Empress!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ladies picked up their chopsticks and picked a little of their favorite dish, using a napkin to hold it before delivering it to their cherry-like mouths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Between the grinding of gums, the crimson lips resembled peach blossoms about to bloom in spring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The look of soon to bloom but never blooming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their movements were graceful, their gestures delicate, and no one spoke within the room; even the sound of eating was almost absent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only the howl of the north wind outside permeated the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing discreetly wiped her sweat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Goodness!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Is this eating or counting rice grains?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Eating such small bites, when will they ever be full?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luckily, she had eaten something before coming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, if she were hungry and ate in big mouthfuls, wouldn’t that be laughed at?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sweat!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing thought while counting rice grains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyway, she’s not hungry, so counting rice grains is fine!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pretending to be refined, I can do it too!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a quarter of an hour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ladies gradually put down their chopsticks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The almost untouched dishes were promptly cleared away, replaced with pastries and fragrant tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone elegantly rinsed their mouths, took out silk handkerchiefs from their bosoms, and dabbed the water stains from their mouths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did they begin to speak again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"These dishes are really good, I’ve never had such tasty dishes before!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Many thanks to the Empress for her hospitality!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, especially that sweet and sour fish, it was quite delightful!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They discussed in groups, the atmosphere gradually becoming lively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The banquet continued into the afternoon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ladies competed to display talents, reciting poems, painting, eager to showcase their abilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And none was willing to concede to another!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Above, Xia Ruqing and the four Imperial Noble Consorts and Imperial Concubines watched the performances of the ladies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Observing everything, deepening impressions, and understanding personalities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the banquet dispersed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing personally escorted the Imperial Noble Consorts back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, they are elders in terms of ethics, so visiting the palace together is only appropriate!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four Imperial Noble Consorts and Imperial Concubines all reside in Ninghe Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So it was unbiased sending them together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along the way, everyone discussed and categorized the personalities of the ladies based on their performances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who were lively?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who were quiet?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who were strong, and who were indifferent to fame and fortune?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That evening back at Duanning Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing sorted the list and presented it to Zhao Junyao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, I’ve done my best!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned on the couch and massaged her back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a busy day, she was exhausted, especially with a sore neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This court crown,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though improved, it’s not as heavy, but wearing it for a long time was unbearable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today’s occasion was semi-formal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had to don the Phoenix Crown and Phoenix Robe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And her demeanor had to be dignified, her posture straight, and her face smiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heavens...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just the thought of it made her head hurt again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao tossed the list aside, turned around, and as he massaged her, comforted her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If this marriage is successful, you’ll be the great matchmaker!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Facilitating a marriage is no less than saving a person!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingqing, you’ve considerable merit!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing listened with contentment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned over, pointed to her lower back, and coquettishly said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here, here hurts too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao placed his large hand over it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does it still hurt?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing chuckled softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No more pain!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just a little tired here!\" She pointed to her shoulder!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s large hand went over it again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing smiled sweetly, the sweetness reaching her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Emperor and Empress were sharing tender and sweet moments when.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan hurriedly ran in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised his eyes to see the Emperor and Empress’s posture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alarmed, he quickly knelt and bowed his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m worthless! I deserve a thousand deaths!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He shouldn’t have seen this! How did he barge in?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s mood was interrupted, he frowned and stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing, embarrassed, adjusted her clothing and slowly stood up as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s voice quickly turned cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a basin of ice-cold water poured directly over Li Shengan’s head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan dared not delay, promptly reported.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Reporting to the Emperor, Consort Hui sent someone to inform... Honored Lady Dou is gravely ill... feared to be in critical condition!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the words fell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room sank into silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s face grew more solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing was also shocked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Critical condition meaning, nearing demise!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it were any other honored lady, no matter how ill, no one would dare disturb the Emperor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Honored Lady Dou bore the Eldest Princess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though not raised by her, Honored Lady Dou’s name remains on the Jade Butterfly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The biological mother of a princess nearing death, the situation is considerably different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only does the Emperor have to be informed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reputation-conscious Emperor might even go to mourn, feigning grief for a few days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Consort Hui was unsure and hence sent someone to report.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment of silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao waved his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I understand!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Summon the Imperial Physician, if... still hopeless, arrange for the rites of a Jieyu!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honored Lady Dou who was rigid in personality, neither lively nor pleasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if she bore a daughter, even if she were near death, failed to stir any emotion within him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rites of a Jieyu are his final act of leniency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shengan, receiving the directive, felt assured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I accept the command!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having said this, he vanished at the quickest speed, faster than a rabbit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Li Shengan left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room fell silent again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing’s hands, hidden in her sleeves, clenched and unclenched, cold sweat pouring down her back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s the matter?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao asked with concern, feeling her cold hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing forced a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"N-nothing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor... I’m a little tired!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao sighed in relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you’re tired, rest early!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leading her to the cleansing chamber for washing, changing clothes, the two lay down embracing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, in Xihuai Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Eldest Princess knelt before Consort Zheng, her eyes red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Consort Zheng held her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go and see!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Eldest Princess hesitated for a moment, then nodded heavily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Consort Mother Zheng!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1258,"2026-05-30T07:41:33.116Z","2026-06-01T04:30:40.316Z",1,"novelbin.me","4953a39e0bcabfa0fbd326a76eb9bee3e582b802f6f1e5abfce76507088036c1","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1099","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-1097",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]