"Father, who has angered you again?" Yinreng followed Kangxi to his study and asked directly.

Kangxi was deeply moved by his son's concerned and worried expression.

"Baocheng, what would you do if I didn't give you a grand wedding?" Kangxi asked.

Yinreng blinked, secretly delighted.

It suits him perfectly that he can't have a big wedding. He doesn't want to give other women a grand wedding, as it would make his Xiao Yan feel uncomfortable.

Yinreng said righteously, "Father's decision must have a reason, and I will listen to you."

"You won't resent me, thinking that I don't value you?" Kangxi asked.

Yinreng smiled sweetly: "Father, what are you thinking? I am your son. You have been good to me for more than ten years. You couldn't sleep at night when I was sick. You remember all these things. What does it matter if the wedding is grand or not? How can a mere outsider compare to Father!"

Kangxi's mustache twitched, and he couldn't contain his joy: "My son naturally deserves the best."

In a pleasant mood, Emperor Kangxi happily had Yinreng accompany her for a stroll in the Yuqing Palace Garden. Before leaving, he didn't forget to take the painting that Tong Wanyan had finished.

Tong Wanyan stared blankly at the empty canvas; it seemed that many of her paintings had been taken away by Emperor Kangxi.

The paintings depict nothing more than Hongzhao and Yinreng, with the occasional addition of Tana.

Yinreng patted her head tenderly: "Father will make it up to you."

No one understood Emperor Kangxi better than Yinreng.

Not long after Kangxi left Yuqing Palace, a large number of rewards were delivered in a continuous stream, specifically for Tong Wanyan.

After finally calming down, Consort Rong was told that her palace maids had casually broken two more cups.

How can I not be angry?

She woke up early in the morning and watched the palace maids prepare pastries. They braved the cold wind and painstakingly delivered them to the Qianqing Palace. She racked her brains to say nice things, but all she got in return was a scolding.

But in just half a day, the Crown Prince's concubine received a generous reward, which was deliberately meant to embarrass her!

Consort Rong trembled with hatred. This time, she was smarter and didn't complain to Yin Zhi anymore.

She still remembered what Kangxi said and knew that she couldn't let Yinzhi grow up under the influence of women and act petty.

If Yinzhi is no longer capable, there is still his daughter Rongxian.

Princess Rongxian was the eldest daughter of Consort Rong, four years older than Yinzhi. Among all the imperial daughters, she was especially favored by Emperor Kangxi.

Consort Rong, feeling depressed, summoned Rong Xian. When he arrived, she embraced him and began to weep.

After listening to Consort Rong's sobbing uncontrollably, Princess Rongxian calmly said, "If Mother had treated Second Brother as the Emperor, things wouldn't have turned out this way."

"Rongxian, what do you mean?" Consort Rong wanted to hear her daughter join her in cursing, not to be reprimanded herself.

Princess Rongxian's brows and eyebrows exuded a heroic spirit, unlike the weak demeanor of a young girl.

She said matter-of-factly, "I've known since I was little that the Crown Prince is the foundation of the country besides Father Emperor, and his status is different from that of other princes and princesses. In terms of affection, the Crown Prince is the son of Empress Xiaoren, and he was raised by Father Emperor and the Empress Dowager. Their relationship is extraordinary. Mother, how could you be so foolish as to compete with the Crown Prince?"

“I didn’t mean to fight for it. My mother always treated Consort Tong very well and never looked down on her.” Consort Rong said, her voice trembling with resentment and on the verge of tears.

“You are worried about my third brother’s marriage, but I have asked the Imperial Concubine. The Imperial Household Department is doing a great job in this matter, following the ancestral laws in every way, and dares not make any mistakes. I heard that several ministers from the Dong’e clan have been reinstated, which shows that Father Emperor is giving my third brother face and elevating the family of his future sister-in-law,” said Princess Rongxian.

Consort Rong was surprised: "Your imperial father didn't tell me."

"The empress and empress are not allowed to interfere in politics, so how could Father Emperor say that? I know about this because my third brother told me. Mother, didn't you discuss it with my third brother?" Princess Rongxian asked, puzzled.

"Your imperial father forbids me from bothering Yinzhi with women's affairs," Consort Rong said, referring to Emperor Kangxi repeatedly.

Princess Rongxian immediately understood the helplessness that Emperor Kangxi felt whenever he mentioned her mother.

“This is my third brother’s marriage, it’s only right that he pays more attention. Mother, you should just live your own life and enjoy your happiness. Don’t worry about other things. My third brother has grown up, and his daughter will be getting married soon, so you don’t need to worry about it anymore,” Princess Rongxian comforted her softly.

After Yinzhi's wedding, he could still linger around, but Princess Rongxian was to marry out of the family.

Thinking that Princess Rongxian would be married off to Monan in June, and that she would only see her once a year thereafter, Consort Rong was about to cry again.

Princess Rongxian hurriedly comforted her, as if the roles of mother and daughter had been reversed.

“You are the emperor’s daughter, why did you have to marry into Mongolia? Although it’s Monan, which is better than the northern desert, it’s still not as prosperous and comfortable as the capital. Besides, how can a pampered girl like you balance the affairs between those tribes?” Consort Rong felt distressed, but she only dared to complain to herself.

Princess Rongxian didn't care. Borjigit Urgun was the second son of Jasak Dorok Prince Ochir, the grandson of Princess Gulun Shuhui, and the great-grandson of Emperor Taizong Huang Taiji. He could also inherit the title in the future.

The fact that her husband was of such high birth does not disgrace her status as a princess.

“Urgun is both scholarly and martial, and has a handsome appearance. Father Emperor speaks highly of him. If we marry him, our daughter will live a good life. Besides, which princess of the Great Qing doesn’t marry into Mongolia? Since she enjoys wealth and honor, she should be able to shoulder the responsibilities of a princess.” Princess Rongxian listed the merits of her future husband.

After going through all the explanations, she actually thought it was quite good.

She was naturally wild and loved riding horses and cracking whips, so she was quite suited to life in Mongolia.

As expected, Princess Rongxian's words reached Emperor Kangxi's ears.

Emperor Kangxi exclaimed: "To have such a daughter is truly a great blessing."

In his excitement, he instead ordered the Imperial Household Department to provide some additional items for Yinzhi and to add another chest of dowry for Princess Rongxian.

An unexpected delight, nothing more.

On the eighth day of the third lunar month, Yin Zhi was married.

The weather was perfect, as predicted by the weather forecast, making everyone feel refreshed.

The Forbidden City was once again filled with joy. Consort Rong and Prince Yinzhi were radiant and glowing these past few days, clearly indicating that good news was on the horizon.

Lady Dong'e was waiting to be married at home. She got up before dawn to wash her face and do her makeup. Her stomach was empty, but she didn't feel uncomfortable at all.

For Dong Eshi, this was a once-in-a-lifetime marriage, and to marry into the inner palace of the imperial city, becoming a high-ranking prince's consort, her heart was filled with turmoil and could not find peace.

"My dear daughter, after you marry the Third Prince, you must remember to be generous, virtuous, and gentle. Be filial to your mother-in-law, respect your husband, and be kind to your sisters-in-law. I only hope that you will be safe and happy, and live a healthy and smooth life." Consort Dong'e said, expressing her most sincere wishes.

Lady Dong'e lowered her head quietly, allowing the dressing matron to put a phoenix crown on her head.

"Mother, I understand," Dong Eshi replied.