Mingxiu nodded: "We, as parents, are really helpless. Look how old our children are, and we still have to help clean up their messes when they come back. It's one thing for me, but the Empress is pregnant, and there are other women in the harem. I can handle that, but Baocheng has many men and brothers, and in the end, you still have to come out to deal with these things."

Kangxi was also helpless. Recalling how Yinreng had followed him like a ghost since his return, he sighed, "There's nothing I can do. Isn't this what you all mean when you say children are like bandits? If you don't spoil your own children, who will? You can only deal with them yourself." Kangxi was also speechless. Wasn't it said that emperors valued their power? When he was in power, if it weren't for Mingxiu constantly reminding him and the historical records serving as a warning, he might not have been willing to relinquish his power. But Baocheng seemed to be born without a brain, showing no such awareness at all, and sometimes acting silly.

Mingxiu didn't know what to say; it seemed like whatever she said would be wrong.

"Alright, let's not think about it too much. Baocheng must be exhausted. Let's help him out if we can. I noticed he's lost a lot of weight since he came back. He must have been too busy lately." Mingxiu felt sorry for him when she thought of the dark circles under his eyes when they first came back.

Yinreng: ...No, I didn't. It's just that the weather has been too hot lately and I haven't been resting well. But my parents' love is so intense that I'm embarrassed to refuse, so I can only reluctantly accept it. I'm so happy!

They returned in June, so the weather had already gotten hot within a few days of their return.

The dog days of summer are unbearable. Mingxiu hid in the space to rest. Although there was ice outside, it was too hard. Not only was it uncomfortable after a while, but it also made her prone to eczema.

So Mingxiu went straight into the space, while Kangxi worked outside. Anyway, he said that a calm mind brings coolness, so let him cool off on his own.

Mingxiu sat on the sofa in the space, took out a small notebook from her pocket, and wrote things down.

This is a habit she's had since she was young. Whenever she's unhappy or someone offends her, she'll take revenge if she can. If she can't, she'll write it down in her little notebook so she can settle the score later. Anyway, now that everyone else is in charge, no one cares about her.

Of course, it also recorded many funny things. Mingxiu read a few pages, and the corners of her mouth slowly curved up. She had just been thinking that she couldn't let anyone see this good stuff, and that she would definitely destroy it if anyone did. But now she suddenly had a brilliant idea, hehe. The expression on Mingxiu's face gradually became a little lewd.

At this moment, everyone in Mingxiu's little notebook felt a chill run down their spines, sensing that something bad was about to happen. After thinking it over carefully, they realized they hadn't done anything recently.

Click, click, snap

Mingxiu was leisurely sitting on the sofa eating an apple, swinging her bare feet back and forth on the sofa, when she saw Kangxi come in.

Mingxiu, you immediately pulled your feet off the sofa and looked at Kangxi with a smile. Kangxi, who was originally very calm, withdrew his foot when he saw Mingxiu's smile.

"What kind of trouble are you trying to cause now? Let me tell you, adding more ice won't work. Your body can't handle it. Besides, it's already quite cool in here."

Mingxiu quickly finished the apple in her hand, then got up and pulled Kangxi to the sofa.

Kangxi watched Mingxiu's attentive manner with great interest, following her movements to see what she was going to do.

"Xuan Ye, someone needs your help with something. I don't know if you'd be willing to help. If you are, we can just let this matter go, and I won't be angry with you anymore," Mingxiu said, tugging at Kangxi's clothes.

"Oh, I wonder what kind of thing could make my beloved consort give up her anger so easily? Tell me, my beloved consort, and perhaps I will agree."

Mingxiu pursed his lips. Even the title "I" had been used, a title he hadn't used since his abdication. But he still smiled, knowing he needed the man's help. He knew the man would be in trouble once the favor was granted.

"It's nothing major, it's just that I'm getting a little bored in the palace. I was thinking of calling the children back so we can all get together as a family." Mingxiu winked and gave Kangxi a flirtatious look. It wasn't an act, was it? No problem, she could pretend too.

"That's certainly possible, but could you please state your purpose first, my beloved consort? Otherwise, I'm really worried about you," Kangxi said, lifting Mingxiu's chin.

Mingxiu chuckled and suddenly lunged forward, kissing Kangxi on the lips before he could react and pulled away.

Emperor Kangxi couldn't help but laugh!

"We really don't have anything else to do, we just want to get together, Your Majesty, darling, please say yes, okay?" Mingxiu started to whine.

Kangxi looked at Mingxiu's coquettish manner and gently tapped her head: "Alright, why not? What's wrong with it? But you can handle this yourself, why do you need my permission?"

"Isn't this just out of respect? Besides, it's a family dinner, and you'll definitely be there. You should dress smartly then," Mingxiu said with a smile, though she couldn't reveal her true feelings.

Kangxi nodded. Although he knew that Mingxiu had some ill intentions, he still couldn't bear to refuse. Besides, it was nice to have a meal together, and she wouldn't do anything outrageous anyway.

"Alright, then you can arrange it as you see fit. Just inform Yinreng and the Empress when the time comes."

"Okay, don't worry, I'll make sure you take good care of your beloved concubine." Hahahaha.

Mingxiu laughed wildly with her hands on her hips, making Kangxi's eyelids twitch. He suddenly felt a little regretful.

He had a feeling that this matter might exceed his expectations.

However, Emperor Kangxi did not stop him; in fact, he seemed to have some expectations.

After that, Mingxiu got busy. Of course, she wasn't busy herself, but the people around her were busy. Kangxi watched with suspicion as the people around Mingxiu inquired about his princes, wondering what she was doing.

Three days later, Mingxiu finally finished collecting them, so she waved her hand and had the invitations sent out, preparing to start the banquet the next day.

Let's get started!