Although none of the four brothers were particularly outstanding in their studies, not even reaching an average level, they were just ordinary and unremarkable.

But in other areas (excluding reading), they also have unique insights.

Once these things were brought up, it was as if a floodgate had been opened, and Yonghu began to talk non-stop.

Yonghong, Yongkun, and Yongwei chimed in, feeling that their third brother's explanation was too brief, and chimed in to fill in the gaps.

With the four of them working together, Chen Yuwei finally understood their 'special status' in the study.

The emotional connection stems from the fact that the individual poses no threat and their influence remains useful.

As everyone knows, the Yikun Palace lineage has always been neutral and is synonymous with good people in the harem.

Although Chen Yuwei didn't think so, she was neither as cunning as Consort Chun, nor did she have the family background of Consort Xian, and she preferred to stay at home in the palace. This made her seem less threatening to others.

Otherwise, the Empress would not have repeatedly delegated palace power to her.

In conclusion, it's quite normal that Chen Yuwei and her children have become highly sought-after.

However, "you weren't foolish enough to actually believe what your half-brothers said, were you?"

If that's the case, then Chen Yuwei can only pick up her little pointer and continue to spur them on.

You shouldn't jump into muddy areas like this, because you might not be able to climb out and could drown.

Hongli lived a long time, and no one was born yet to succeed him.

Right now, the more you jump up and down, the more Hongli will fear you. This man was capable of driving his own son to his death, and he has a completely different way of handling things compared to the previous emperors.

If Yonghu and his group want to have a good life, they should focus on themselves and mind their own business.

Yonghu and the others shook their heads repeatedly; they were just not smart, not really stupid.

Besides, the Emperor is in his prime. Why would they be so foolish as to abandon his coattails and instead cling to the legs of a few brothers who don't even seem as strong as their own?

"Mother, don't worry. Your son and they are nothing but hypocrites and snakes. They are not to be taken seriously."

Having finally learned a few words, Yonghu said he would definitely use them when he spoke, so that his father wouldn't always say that he was being pedantic and lacking in literary talent.

Chen Yuwei nodded slightly. "Just remember that. Listen to the teacher in the study and try not to get scolded by your father too often. That will make your mother happy."

Upon hearing this, Yonghu couldn't help but chuckle foolishly. He and his brothers were known as roughnecks in the study, and their mother had indeed suffered quite a bit.

The group returned to Yikun Palace and would definitely stay until evening before leaving.

Chen Yuwei simply had Xia He run to the imperial kitchen and order a feast.

The dishes were all favorites of the children, and the entire eight-immortal table was filled with them.

After eating and drinking their fill, the boys left first, while the remaining boys, He Zhuo and Fu Ling A Ze, managed to stay overnight at Yikun Palace by coaxing each other.

Recently, Hongli has been going to Jingyang Palace to spend the night with Consort Ning, and there are no outsiders in the main hall of Yikun Palace.

After washing up, Chen Yuwei, dressed in her nightgown, returned to the inner room and saw He Zhuo and Fu Ling'a there as well.

"You two, just say what's on your mind," Chen Yuwei said, absentmindedly combing her hair with a wooden comb. "Is your coy behavior at dinner something for the princess to do?"

The two children have done this before, but it's rare to see them act this strangely today.

When faced with their mother's question, He Zhuo and Fu Ling'a first smiled guiltily at each other, then moved one after the other to Chen Yuwei's side, each leaning on Chen Yuwei's shoulder.

Suddenly feeling an extra several dozen kilograms of weight on her shoulders, Chen Yuwei, who could previously comb her hair comfortably, had to give up the task.

He patted their heads helplessly, "Is it related to Hayihu?"

They had mentioned it during the day, but Yonghu and the others had steered the conversation away from it, and Hezhuo and Fulinga didn't continue. So Chen Yuwei didn't bring it up either.

It seems that the matter of Hayihu has not yet been resolved by the two daughters.

He Zhuo's tone was somewhat somber, "Mother, my third sister doesn't want to marry into Mongolia. I saw her secretly wiping away tears."

“Mother, Third Sister has been hiding in her room ever since she heard the imperial decree and hasn’t come out.”

Although this had happened before, my third sister would occasionally talk to us, but this time she didn't say anything.

Fu Ling'a didn't dislike her elder sister, even though she always liked to lecture her on rules.

But it's just talk. If they really marry so far away, the chances of the sisters seeing each other again will be even smaller.

Chen Yuwei never expected that Ha Yihu's marriage would have such a huge impact on her two daughters.

Reflecting on whether she hadn't cared enough about her child, Chen Yuwei earnestly explained to the two that Ha Yihu's marriage to Horqin wasn't as tragic as it seemed on the surface.

Fu Ling'a had lived in Mulan Qiumi before, and thought to himself that although the place was interesting, it was still hard to endure after a while.

"Mother, can't I not get married?" Why do I have to marry so far away? Wouldn't it be better to stay in the capital like my older brother?

Chen Yuwei: ...

Chen Yuwei quickly straightened up the two sisters who were leaning on her shoulders, and then she seriously discussed the matter of Ha Yihu's marriage with them.

First of all, this is not a problem that Hayihu can solve; it was decided by the Emperor and Empress, and Hayihu, as their child, could only choose to agree.

Secondly, Hayihu was a legitimate princess, the most noble and illustrious princess in the Qing Dynasty. She had the responsibility and obligation to fulfill the duties she was entitled to.

Finally, "You two don't need to worry about following in Ha Yihu's footsteps. With your mother here, I will never let you sacrifice yourself like that."

The last point is what Hoja and Fulinga are currently most concerned about.

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