[{"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-818":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},410899,676,"Chapter 818: Cai Yang","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-818",818,"\u003Cp>Three days later, Xia Ruqing’s second sister, Xia Caiying was brought into the palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, it had been quite uneventful recently, so staying a few more days wasn’t a problem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Concubine Shih learned of this news and specifically had new bedding and daily necessities sent over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing looked at these items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking: Noble Concubine Shih has really changed her nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue, while tidying up, frowned and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I still feel something’s amiss! Perhaps... we shouldn’t use these things for now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Better safe than sorry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing nodded thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even though... she shouldn’t be foolish enough to tamper with these items!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But with my second sister here, it’s not good to let her take any risks!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s put them away for now and use our own!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue acknowledged and then left to do so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though Xia Caiying had entered the palace,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was still an unmarried girl and, according to the rules, could not stay in the harem (and of course, she couldn’t after marriage either!).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, it’s where the Emperor’s consorts reside, which would be inappropriate and inconvenient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To the west of Ningshou Palace, there are several grand palaces designated for the Princesses and Commandery Princesses to stay in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any relatives of the other palace consorts also stay here when they come to the palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Except that it was a bit too close to Ningshou Palace, but there were no other issues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing was still somewhat uneasy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She specifically called Xiao Xizi to find the courtyard furthest from Ningshou Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had people clean and set it up for Caiying to stay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Additionally, she assigned Zi Su and Xiao Zhu Zi to serve closely, which slightly eased her worries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first night, Xia Ruqing stayed here with her until midnight before returning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before leaving, she reminded,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There are people guarding inside and out. I’ll have someone come to fetch you early tomorrow to go over there!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While she couldn’t stay overnight, she could be there during the day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the best arrangement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Caiying wasn’t afraid either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Big sister, I used to live alone, I’m not scared!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At just fourteen, the little girl already had a hint of resilience in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It made one’s heart ache to see.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing pondered for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her mother wasn’t by her side, and she lived with her brother and sister-in-law.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how well they treated her, a young girl’s heart would still be sensitive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright!\" Xia Ruqing smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s getting late, you should sleep early. I’m leaving now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take care, big sister!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaving Fengyu Pavilion, Xia Ruqing returned to Duanning Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon returning, she rested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next morning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment she opened her eyes, she hurriedly called someone to fetch Xia Caiying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s her first time in the palace, unfamiliar with everything, don’t delay. Quick, go!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A young girl living alone; what if she gets scared!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue laughed and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry, Your Lady, Xiao Zhu Zi and Zi Su are there too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Also, the maids the young mistress brought from the residence are all with her!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides, Your Lady, this is the palace, nothing will happen!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, she wasn’t alone, and there were plenty of people!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing realized this and heaved a sigh of relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is the palace, after all, not the outside world!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it’s not safe here, then where would it be!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Lady, please get up, I’ll get water ready for your face wash!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing efficiently got up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue then laughed,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s only the Chen Hour, yet as soon as the young mistress enters the palace, our Lady doesn’t even get to sleep in!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing just glanced at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s not that I don’t want to sleep, it’s that I can’t!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is what’s called, knowing when to advance and retreat!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zi Yue stifled her laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes yes, Your Lady excels at advancing and retreating appropriately!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After washing up, Xia Ruqing changed into casual clothes and went to the side hall to see Chenchen and the two little ones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also waiting for Xia Caiying to come over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Qichen had just woken up and was organizing his books. Seeing his mother consort approaching, he was a bit surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking: Mother Consort is up so early today?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Greetings, Mother Consort!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing’s heart melted; her son was truly handsome!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even his saluting gestures were precise and proper, filling her heart with joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing bent over to help her son up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then had Sister Huang and others also rise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Going to the study already? When do you have breakfast?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sister Huang smiled and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"His Highness the Crown Prince usually reads or does martial training for half an hour before breakfast!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing felt a bit heart-wrenched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Reading and training without breakfast? Oh heavens, he’s just over three years old!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In modern times, a three-year-old... would just be in junior kindergarten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many children still needed teachers to help with meals and potty training.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Children in ancient times had it hard!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s better to give birth to a Princess!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From a young age being pampered, in their delicacy, it didn’t matter if they were slightly spoiled; they had their father emperor!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sister Huang felt a bit awkward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking: Why is Your Lady so surprised? Didn’t they all grow up this way?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Second Prince isn’t even three, but he’s starting his education!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sons of the Imperial Family shouldn’t expect it easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if it’s not for themselves, at least for the honor of the Imperial Family, they can’t raise a wastrel!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After sending Chenchen off to school,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing returned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just in time, Xia Caiying also arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sisters dined together, and afterward, strolled around Duanning Palace, not to delve further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Over at Ningshou Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as Xia Caiying moved into Fengyu Pavilion, the Empress Dowager received the news.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Initially, she didn’t pay much attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, relatives of the harem’s concubines always stayed here upon entering the palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon careful thought, this time it felt different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s Noble Consort Xian’s sister!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How old is she, is she engaged?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t know if it was because she’d seen too many Fine Ladies lately, but everyone seemed like a Fine Lady to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing a maiden, she had to ask once, how old are you, are you engaged?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not engaged and here for selection?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she could directly be under my command, even better, I’ll ensure you get to Sixth Rank Honored Lady and beyond!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Replying to the Empress Dowager, I heard she’s fourteen, a half-sister of Noble Consort Xian!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not engaged yet!\" Sister Qing said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress Dowager pondered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fourteen, still a bit young! And a half-sister!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How does she look?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would be promising if she was beautiful too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the future, if she entered the palace, the sisters serving one husband would make a great story.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sisterly strife and rivalry, she loved watching such drama!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sister Qing thought for a moment and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I haven’t seen her; she always wears a veil when out, never revealing her true face!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager pursed her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just an illegitimate girl, why pretend to be a noble lady!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Find some time, go have a look. If she’s good-looking, bring her to me, if not, then forget it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sister Qing felt a bit uneasy, advising,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Lady... this is... Noble Consort Xian’s sister!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Noble Consort Xian is the Emperor’s cherished favorite, is this appropriate?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress Dowager immediately sobered, pondering deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Right!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, her relationship with the Imperial Son had improved; doing this now would be inappropriate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then, have someone observe discreetly and wait before deciding!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t alarm her!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sister Qing finally sighed in relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1299,"2026-05-30T07:41:22.096Z","2026-06-01T04:30:40.316Z",1,"novelbin.me","d3eaddab0981a8b19b0d44fc48924b966c2a22bcf57bfc019a3706758ce6612c","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-819","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-817",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]