Regardless, Yinreng's affection for Kangxi was genuine.

He was now unusually unreserved, no longer holding back the pleasant things he heard, and told Kangxi everything in one breath.

Those around him were getting sick of listening, but Kangxi still couldn't get enough.

The father and son talked for a long time, and as it was getting dark, Kangxi still wanted to sleep in the same bed with his son.

They hadn't seen each other for almost a month, and they had so much to say to each other.

Fortunately, Kangxi didn't voice his reluctance; he was somewhat aware of the situation.

“You and Yuanbao’er haven’t seen each other for a long time. She’s been spending these days with the Empress Dowager and taking care of Tana and Hongzhao. She’s really been working hard. Go and keep her company.” Kangxi felt that he was a good father and a good cousin.

Yinreng pretended to be reluctant and said, "That's her duty. I'd like to spend more time talking with Father Emperor."

Kangxi smiled, his eyes crinkling with laughter: "Alright, alright, you're like a child. You're such a grown man, yet you still cling to me. You'll make Hongzhao laugh. Hongzhao, you can stay here with me tonight."

Yinreng was still reluctant to leave: "Then I'll have a meal with you."

"No need, no need, I have other matters to attend to." After saying this, Kangxi suddenly remembered something: "After you go to Yuanbao'er's place, she should have something to say to you."

“It’s a joyous occasion,” Kangxi added.

Yinreng was completely baffled. What good news could a trip to the grasslands possibly bring? It couldn't be that she was pregnant, could it? That would be too dangerous, given the bumpy journey!

Yinreng was led to Tong Wanyan's room with a belly full of doubts. As soon as he lifted the curtain, he smelled the delicious aroma of roasted lamb leg.

The lamb leg was roasted until it sizzled and dripped with oil, sprinkled with chili powder and cumin, and seasoned with pre-marinated spices. The taste was so good that it made your mouth water.

The simmered mutton broth is sprinkled with a handful of chopped scallions, and finely sliced ​​noodles rest at the bottom of the bowl.

"I thought you weren't coming to eat, but luckily I left an extra bowl of soup just in case. The lamb leg has just been served, come and have a taste. Lamb from the grasslands is just so delicious, without any gamey smell." Tong Wanyan moved a little further to the side of the table.

She beckoned, and Yinreng obediently went over, took the bowl, and started eating as she instructed.

Although it's not the best season for lamb, anything tastes delicious when you're with someone you love.

After the two of them devoured the dishes on the table, leaving only a bit of meat on the bones, Yinreng, clutching his bulging belly, stared at Tong Wanyan's stomach.

Her lower abdomen is quite round and bulging; it looks like she might be pregnant.

"Xiao Yan, are you hiding anything from me?" Yinreng carefully placed his hand on Tong Wanyan's stomach.

Tong Wanyan was really full, and when he put his hand down like that, she almost threw up.

Therefore, Yinreng thought she looked more like she was pregnant.

"No? Master's eyes have been strange ever since he came in. Did he hear something?" Tong Wanyan was completely at ease and didn't panic at all when asked.

Yinreng said, "Father said you have good news to tell me. What else could be good news for our family besides your pregnancy? But I remember that you couldn't stand the smell of fish during your first two pregnancies."

Yinreng was worried: "Could it be that Father Emperor is just teasing me?"

Tong Wanyan found his puzzled expression quite amusing.

She smiled, her eyes crinkling: "If you hadn't mentioned it, I would have almost forgotten. There is indeed some good news."

"Father and Empress Dowager have chosen a future husband for Tana," Tong Wanyan dropped a bombshell.

Yinreng stood up excitedly: "How could a trip to Mongolia involve an arranged marriage? Neither I nor my fourth brother have even seen her yet, how can we just let Tana choose her? I was hoping to keep her for a few more years, she's my daughter!"