[{"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-930":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},411165,676,"Chapter 930: Nothing but a Fortunate Mistake","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-930",930,"\u003Cp>That night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao explained the entire situation in detail to Xia Ruqing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, he hugged her and laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I never imagined that Jingfeng, as a scholar, would be willing to personally go to the fields to cultivate seedlings for the people!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I was deeply moved when I first heard about it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Having such ministers is truly a blessing for the Great Chu Dynasty!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some scholars, after reading a few books by sages, feel superior and refuse to dirty their fingers with any work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They dress impeccably, looking respectable, yet they are capable of nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All they can do is shake their heads and recite from their books.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A scholar is useless\" indeed describes them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if such a person tops the imperial exams, they are of no use.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing organized all the information and came to a conclusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, are you saying that these potato seedlings were grown using the method I provided, and cultivated by my brother Jingfeng?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing felt a bit flustered and quickly shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, I only saw elders do it when I was young!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is not my achievement, it mustn’t be credited to me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was startled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Potatoes didn’t exist in ancient times, how could a ’woman from the deep palace’ know about these things?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was too suspicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If exposed, she’d be considered a monster and might even be burned to death!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No, absolutely not!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She simply got up and knelt on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, the matter of cultivating seedlings was discovered by you and many ministers who worked tirelessly, day and night!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just stumbled upon it, please see it clearly, Emperor!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The implication was, please don’t credit this to me!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao was puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingqing, you...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he asked, he reached out to pull her up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Xia Ruqing stood up, she felt guilty and racked her brains for an excuse, which turned out to be rather bizarre.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The harem is not allowed to interfere in state affairs. It’s already a grave crime for me to comment on politics. It’s a special favor that the Emperor doesn’t punish me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How dare I seek credit for this?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides, even if I did give the Emperor some inspiration, it was just a lucky strike...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please, Emperor, don’t give me undue credit!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words were emotional and reasonable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Zhao Junyao couldn’t help but feel touched, and he didn’t know what to say after several attempts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He grew up in the harem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While he might not know everything, he was familiar with the women there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’d seen too many people commit ugly deeds for power and wealth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He suddenly encountered a woman who refused such immense benefits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not suspecting her would be unbelievable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, he was stunned for a long time before he gradually came around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingqing... why?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Xia Ruqing wasn’t thinking much about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I... am just a simple woman, unable to bear such honor and praise!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You know, Emperor, I... can’t even write properly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing too high a hat hurts the neck!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao stared at her for a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He really couldn’t detect any ’affected’ expressions on her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did he truly believe she was being honest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he still asked tentatively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingqing, with the position of Empress vacant, this is a rare opportunity, are you sure you want to pass it up?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, he had been contemplating this for a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If only she would cooperate, with his subtle arrangements, she could ascend to the position of Empress in no time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What a pity...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing was shocked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Emperor has been so direct, which shows he must have considered this long ago! But...\" I must disappoint you!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She suppressed the overwhelming waves in her heart and calmly said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, I have no virtues to speak of. Even if I could ascend, I’d have no standing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I still prefer to stay grounded!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, she wasn’t that noble, giving up the Empress position just like that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, seeking credit over this matter was like playing with fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, she had no choice but to back down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In reality, the position of Empress is quite tempting!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slow and steady wins the race!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rather than seeking shortcuts, it’s better to let things happen naturally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao gazed deeply at her, silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a long while, he patted her back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you don’t like it, then never mind!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a hint of loss in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, he felt that he’d been working hard for nothing, and that she didn’t really need it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it were any other woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, they’d probably be weeping with gratitude or fainting with happiness!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she seemed...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every man in the world has a certain trait, which is... possessiveness and desire to conquer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Women who are too easily pleased will not be cherished or valued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing inadvertently ’increased her charm’ once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that’s how the matter was glossed over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao did not bring it up again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wanted to take her time, so he would accompany her slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No worries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, in his heart, he already considered her as his wife.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his subtle disappointment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing felt a bit guilty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe, he’s been planning for my sake for a long time!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s not very nice to dismiss his intentions just like that!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After some thought, she decided to act coy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually, I don’t want anything, I just want to help relieve the Emperor’s burden!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you truly wish to reward me, I have two small requests!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned on his chest, her almond eyes full of anticipation, sparkling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s eyes lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She still needed him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell me, what is it?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing didn’t hesitate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The first is about my sister’s marriage!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Due to the Empress’s mourning period, their marriage was delayed for another year!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now the families have set the wedding date for the end of the year, and I... also want to join in on the fun!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Basically, she wanted to leave the palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She tugged at his sleeve, gently shaking it, her eyes filled with pleading.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao’s heart melted at the sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And the second?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing thought for a moment, counted on her fingers, and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jingfeng completes his term this New Year and can return to the capital, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, I want to see him!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But inside, he was thinking:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why are these requests always about leaving the palace and seeing this or that person?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This little girl, when will she be ’clever’ enough to ask for some substantial benefits?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silly girl!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s the difficulty in that, I shall grant you the request!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Ruqing was full of excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A gentleman’s word is as true as being tied to a team of four horses!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah! Ah!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Emperor, you are truly wonderful!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying that, she gave him two kisses on the cheek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she rolled on the bed with bare feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Junyao touched his cheek, reminiscing about the softness just now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His heart turned to mush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silly girl!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled and leaned closer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qingqing, it’s getting late, time to rest!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little touch of disappointment in his heart had vanished completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, his eyes were filled with indulgence and anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>",1230,"2026-05-30T07:41:23.310Z","2026-06-01T04:30:40.316Z",1,"novelbin.me","b56ccc2ae41d2324379496d98a2c5bae66c8d6ce73b58732307793818857b435","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-931","a-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-chapter-929",1204,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-foodie-transmigrated-into-the-palace-cover.jpg"]