The situation at Yonghe Palace can indeed be temporarily stabilized by the sacrifice of the master.

But what happens next? If the master's illness doesn't improve, he can't possibly take care of the prince and princess forever.

It's better to try to preserve our advantages now than to raise the child and let others benefit from it.

Unfortunately, it's easy to say such things, but it's difficult for the master to accept them.

Or rather, the master simply wouldn't accept it; compared to others, the master trusts himself more.

After quickly sorting things out in her mind, Cui Rui's previously enthusiastic heart had cooled down, and now she only needed to follow orders.

As for the final outcome, that's something for the master to worry about, not something a mere maid like her can control.

...

"Your Majesty, just as you said, Consort Xian's condition has improved, and she has already announced that she will bring Prince Yongqi back to Yonghe Palace."

Xia He stood at the door and said something, then smiled and brought over a box of jewelry.

They were all found in the warehouse.

Xia He always has to take a look at her master's many accessories from time to time.

If she comes across a suitable one, she'll fetch it for her mistress. In the meantime, she can also keep an eye on whether any servants are too bold to dare to hug her right under her nose.

Don't assume that such bizarre situations won't happen in Yikun Palace. In fact, there are quite a few people like this in Yikun Palace.

This is because Chen Yuwei has so many treasures that the warehouse area has been expanded again and again.

If you lose a small piece of jewelry or something similar, it's really hard to notice unless you check carefully.

Xia He was clever; she separated and categorized the different ornaments, and had backups of the corresponding quantities and descriptions.

This greatly reduces the risk of jewelry being stolen.

Of course, these methods are all somewhat stopgap measures, not a fundamental solution. As for truly solving this problem? Xia He shook her head, having no hope whatsoever.

"They've been taken back?"

Chen Yuwei chuckled lightly, "Consort Xian is really going all out. Can her body handle it?"

She didn't think so. In fact, she believed that if Consort Xian continued down this path, she would follow in the footsteps of Empress Xiaoxian within a few years.

Is there any way to shave one's head as a sign of resolve? It seems there isn't enough time.

Reaching out to touch her chin, Chen Yuwei waved to Xia He.

Xia He stepped over and heard her master mention Prince Yongqi, who had recently gained considerable attention.

Prince Yongqi?

"He has reached the age to marry, and the Emperor wants to choose a wife for him. The time should be set soon."

Chen Yuwei's expression was playful, especially when Xia He looked over, she even curled the corners of her mouth.

"What does Master mean?" Xia He pointed out the window, her tone surprised.

Chen Yuwei nodded, "Consort Yu is ambitious; she has her eye on Lady Fucha."

"Oh, she's Empress Xiaoxian's niece, sixteen years old, and a perfect match for Prince Yongqi."

Xia He: ...

Consort Yu, you really dare to do that.

"Your Majesty, even if we leave aside the Emperor for now, Lady Fucha will not agree."

Was Lady Fucha out of her mind, or what? Why did she choose Prince Yongqi, who was favored by Consort Yu?

In recent years, the male members of the Fucha clan have been continuously given important positions by the emperor.

Several generals on the frontier had some connection with the Fuca clan.

Moreover, it is said that the emperor may be planning to wage war against the Dzungars, and that the Fucha clan will be the commander-in-chief.

At such a critical juncture, Fucha insisted that she absolutely could not marry into the royal family.

Consort Yu was simply indulging in wishful thinking and daydreaming.

Xia He's inner monologue was merciless, but Chen Yuwei felt there was nothing wrong with what she said.

She just loves to dream. It's not like Lady Fucha needs a prince's support. If her own daughter marries Yongqi, she will only be dragged down by Consort Yu and her son.

"The Emperor did not express his opinion, and Lady Fucha was unwilling, but Consort Yu did not give up."

Chen Yuwei is an Imperial Noble Consort, and she is equivalent to half of the Empress.

Before the empress appeared, all matters concerning the marriage of imperial offspring had to be arranged through her.

Yongqi's marriage was no exception, including the upcoming selection of his consort.

The Emperor would always give her the information first, and then let her talk to Consort Yu, Yongqi's birth mother.

Xia He hesitated, "Could it be that Consort Yu would resort to tricks?"

Chen Yuwei was uncertain, "This is Yongqi's only chance, and Fucha will have a candidate for the imperial concubine selection."

Xia He nodded, agreeing readily, "Don't worry, Master, this servant will have someone keep a close eye on Chuxiu Palace."

To prevent the other party from making a move under their noses, in case something goes wrong and the blame falls on their own masters.

"Go and make arrangements, including Consort Ling and Consort Xin's childbirth, and Noble Lady Lan's entry into the palace."

They all need to be kept a close eye on things; the affairs of the harem are neither numerous nor insignificant.

Any matters involving Yikun Palace should be given extra attention, rather than ignored.

Chen Yuwei yawned and rubbed her face, feeling slightly sleepy.

She thought to herself that once these few months were over, things would be fine, and there would be plenty of leisurely days ahead. She couldn't let her joy turn into sorrow and create unnecessary trouble for herself.

"Yes, Master, rest assured, this servant understands."

...

In early July, Niohuru, who had been granted the title of Noble Lady Lan before even entering the palace and had directly moved into Jingren Palace, the former residence of Consort Hui, unveiled her mysterious veil.

A few days later, Consort Ling of Yongshou Palace gave birth to Prince Yonglu safely.

A few days later, Consort Xin lived up to everyone's expectations and gave birth to her second daughter. The Emperor issued an edict to confer upon her the title of Consort Xin, and within a few years she rose to the top as a high-ranking concubine in the harem.

In addition, Consort Yu's Yongqi also successfully held a banquet to select a consort.

However, thanks to Chen Yuwei's foresight, Consort Yu was unable to cause any trouble at the banquet for selecting a consort.

Yongqi's final choice for his primary wife was not the wealthy Fucha clan, but rather his original choice for secondary wife, Suozhuoluo clan.

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