"But I won't learn anything else, okay?"

Kangxi touched Mingxiu's cheek and nodded.

Mingxiu was happy again.

You can be happy as long as you don't learn those messy things.

Mingxiu was happy, but the others were not, especially after hearing that Mingxiu had moved directly into Kangxi's bedroom.

If Mingxiu lived there, how could the Emperor possibly favor other women? Wouldn't that render them useless?

Everyone was furious, but no one said that since the Imperial Noble Consort and the Empress Dowager were not present, her crime was too great to be of any use.

And so, Mingxiu stayed there until it was time to return to the palace. This time, Mingxiu felt no reluctance at all and quickly packed her things to go back.

During this time, she stayed with Emperor Kangxi, but apart from Yinreng, Chenghuan, and a few other children like Yinzhi, no one came to visit her because it was inconvenient.

Therefore, Mingxiu's only circle of conversations was with a few children, and she was extremely bored every day. Although Kangxi was there, he still had a lot of things to deal with every day.

Mingxiu had nothing to do by herself. With someone serving her, she couldn't read storybooks or watch TV for long periods of time, so she could only sit in a daze out of boredom, and she was also caught and had her homework checked every day.

So now that we can go back, Myung-soo is really happy.

He couldn't wait to pack his things and got into the carriage with Che Chenghuan.

Upon seeing the long-lost Yonghe Palace, Mingxiu felt tears welling up in her eyes.

It feels so good to be free.

They returned a little earlier this time because new concubines were about to enter the palace. Although Mingxiu wasn't quite sure, she knew that it was probably Consort Wenxi who was entering the palace this time.

Mingxiu frowned. Although she didn't care about her rank, she was used to Kangxi being the eldest, the Imperial Noble Consort being the second, and her being the third. Suddenly becoming the fourth was really hard to get used to.

It's unclear whether Emperor Kangxi will grant a large number of titles to the six palaces, given that there are still quite a few high-ranking positions vacant in the palace.

Moreover, Consort Hui and the others are still at the rank of Consort, but I remember they will all become Imperial Concubines later. However, if the Emperor were to bestow titles upon all the concubines, she would definitely become a Noble Consort. This was something the Emperor promised her when she was pregnant.

Therefore, Mingxiu still hoped to bestow titles upon the six palaces, but looking at her Yonghe Palace now, Mingxiu only felt very happy.

She was finally free. She gave the child to Lvzhu, and Mingxiu ran to her own bed and rolled around.

Green Bamboo and the others looked at their mistress with horror. They exchanged a glance, thinking that their mistress must be overjoyed.

Mingxiu was very happy and rewarded everyone in the palace with three months' worth of monthly allowances. Then, she happily had a table full of delicious food prepared for her.

There was a lot of junk food around, and since living with Emperor Kangxi, he wouldn't let her eat much of it, so Mingxiu hadn't eaten it in a long time.

I have to eat my money's worth right now! Spicy strips, French fries, and sugary drinks are here!

Hahahaha

Mingxiu was overjoyed and enjoyed herself in the palace for a few days. Finally, the daily routine of paying respects to the emperor began. Mingxiu painfully got out of bed.

He looked reluctant, but he knew that he couldn't not greet her.

So she could only get up with a resentful look on her face and ask Green Bamboo and the others to tidy her up. She had lived in Kangxi's bedroom for so long when she was in Changchun Garden, so someone was bound to cause trouble today.

Mingxiu felt a headache coming on just thinking about what she had to face today.

After getting ready, Mingxiu took Luzhu out. Although she was reluctant to pay her respects, she knew that the nail that sticks out gets hammered down, and besides, she had always been a good student.

She was never as arrogant as Consort Hua in some drama. The Imperial Noble Consort was a good person, so Mingxiu never went against her and they even got along quite well.

Moreover, it wasn't just the Imperial Noble Consort; she got along quite well with the other women in the harem, except for a few. This was all because, despite being favored, she was quite low-key.

She greeted people respectfully and was always kind and gentle, never interfering in their affairs. So, although many people envied her favor, no one dared to harm her.

It's just a few people who keep picking on her.

Mingxiu felt angry when she thought about how she had been secretly harmed last time and hadn't found any evidence.

Mingxiu usually arrives right on time; she won't be late, but she also won't be early. After all, given her status, arriving early would raise suspicions that she's trying to curry favor with someone.

Most importantly, she really can't get up early, so wouldn't it be better to sleep a few more minutes?

Mingxiu walked in and glanced at the people who were paying their respects. She raised an eyebrow and thought, "Everyone is dressed so elegantly today. Is it really necessary?"

Mingxiu sat gracefully in her seat, looking at Consort Hui with some curiosity: "Sister, you look so elegant today. Is something good happening?"

Consort Hui looked at Mingxiu, and if there weren't so many people around, she really wanted to roll her eyes at her without caring about her image: "You never think about anything all day long. You're either eating, drinking and having fun or on your way to eating, drinking and having fun. The selection of concubines is coming soon. I heard that there are a few families with quite powerful backgrounds who are going to enter the palace. Their rank will definitely not be low. Everyone is waiting to ask about them."

Just kidding. Although these older folks have some minor squabbles, they're generally doing well. Now, suddenly someone is coming, and their rank is directly above theirs. Anyone would feel uncomfortable in that situation.

Aww~

Mingxiu suddenly realized why no one had made trouble for her when she came in; it turned out there was an even bigger enemy.

Mingxiu understood their feelings. Although they were envious and jealous of Mingxiu being favored by the emperor and couldn't stand her, they were all veterans in the palace, so Mingxiu was assigned to their side.

The sudden arrival of a new person in the palace instantly created a sense of crisis. The internal strife with Mingxiu could be put aside for now; the newcomer was more important. Once the newcomer was dealt with, the internal conflict could be addressed.

She thought that someone had glanced at Mingxiu a few times, their eyes filled with disdain.

They've already gotten used to their current lives. If new people come in, they might try to place them in their palaces, which won't do.

After waiting for a while, the Imperial Noble Consort came out, and everyone quickly stood up and bowed.

The Imperial Noble Consort smiled and nodded at everyone's expressions. After everyone stood up and sat down, some people couldn't help but start.

"Your Majesty, I heard that some new ladies will be entering the palace recently, is that right?" It was Consort An's voice.

Everyone was looking at the Imperial Noble Consort.

The Imperial Noble Consort scanned everyone's expressions before speaking: "That's right, but it's not confirmed yet. However, Empress Xiaozhaoren's sister will definitely be entering the palace this time. As for the others, it depends on His Majesty's decision."

After the Imperial Noble Consort finished speaking, Mingxiu could sense that everyone's expressions had turned sour.

That makes sense. Normally, the highest-ranking officials in the harem are the Imperial Noble Consort and Mingxiu. However, the Imperial Noble Consort is relatively kind and fair in handling matters, while Mingxiu doesn't care about anything. As long as you don't offend her, she won't pay any attention to you.

Now that there are suddenly more people with high ranks, who knows what might happen in the palace? Of course they're unhappy.