"Ms. Deng has always been proactive, naturally she has arrived, otherwise we would look ignorant." Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi sneered, her expression showing a hint of amusement over the forthcoming drama: "I wonder if Ms. Deng is trying to please the Emperor because she feels guilty..."
"Ms. Qi, watch your words." Empress Lin still maintained her gentle demeanor, even though she was reprimanding.
Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi saw her elevated position and felt contempt for their competition for favor, which made her grit her teeth in resentment. If she were the Empress, she wouldn't need to compete for favor!
"Empress Sister is always so virtuous, but some people can never be virtuous no matter what." Imperial Concubine Qi Zhao Yi said with implied meaning.
Empress Lin did not respond, pretending not to understand.
