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The text is a transcript of the second episode of a Chinese historical drama called "Empresses in the Palace". It tells the story of Zhen Huan, a young woman who enters the palace as a concubine of Emperor Yongzheng during the Qing dynasty. The episode shows how Zhen Huan and her friend An Lingrong are selected by the emperor and assigned to their respective palaces. It also introduces some of the other concubines and their rivalries, especially Consort Fleur, the emperor's favorite wife. The episode ends with a song that expresses Zhen Huan's sadness and regret over her fate.
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1. The series is adapted from a novel by Liu Lian Zi.
2. The contact email for translators is carsenwei@yahoo.com.
3. The main theme of the series is "Unfortunate Love."
4. The family name Zhen is significant in the context of the series.
5. Zhen Huan is bestowed with an honor by a prior emperor.
6. Sun Miaoqing is barred from attending the Selection due to offensive behavior.
7. Zhen Huan receives a sachet from the Empress Dowager.
8. Zhen Huan's family is informed of her selection through a messenger eunuch.
9. Zhen Huan did not intend to live in the palace initially.
10. His Majesty slept with Attendant Joie, who had recently had a miscarriage.
11. Consort Fleur is mentioned as not appearing and is known for her tardiness.
12. Attendant Joie is referred to as His Majesty's favorite and has recovered from her miscarriage.
13. Consort Astuce is noted for her voluptuous appearance which may please His Majesty.
14. Zhen Huan is awarded the 7th-ranking title of Attendant and an honorary name, Sourire.
15. An Lingrong is awarded the 8th-ranking title of Companion.
16. Madam Orchid will teach imperial etiquette to new concubines.
17. His Majesty was previously married to the niece of the current Empress Dowager, who passed away along with their second son.
18. The current Empress became Empress after her sister's death and is respected by His Majesty.
19. Consort Fleur, despite being His Majesty's favorite wife, does not have children which affects her ranking.
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