Consort Yi was deeply moved.

In fact, sending the fifth prince to be raised by the Empress Dowager was a last resort.

After all, her rank wasn't high enough at that time, and her father's official position wasn't high either. This was the only way she could gain the Empress Dowager's protection.

Moreover, she knew that as the Empress Dowager's own grandson, the Empress Dowager would certainly not mistreat the fifth prince. Compared to sending the fifth prince to other concubines, she would definitely feel more at ease with the Empress Dowager by his side.

She was of low status and had no one to rely on in the palace at that time. The emperor's favor was fleeting and uncertain, and she didn't know how long it would last. How could she survive without finding a powerful backer? She had no choice.

But even though that's what they say, what mother wouldn't want her child to grow up by her side?

But there was nothing she could do. At that time, she did resent the Empress Dowager. However, in order to see the fifth prince more often and to get the Empress Dowager to treat her better, Consort Yi frequently went to the Empress Dowager's place.

Over time, feelings naturally develop.

She gradually discovered that the Empress Dowager was a kind old lady, and because she had always been by the side of Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang, she had a kind of magical innocence.

It's actually quite easy to get along with someone like that, much better than those scheming concubines.

Moreover, the Empress Dowager is the kind of person who, as long as you respect her and treat her well, will give you unexpected, even greater, rewards. So, there's no need to worry about being taken advantage of when dealing with such a person, just like now.

But she didn't expect the Empress Dowager to go to such lengths to support Xiao Jiu. Regardless of the truth of the matter, Consort Yi was deeply moved by this gesture. As the most powerful person in the harem, the Empress Dowager's word was law, and Consort Yi was more than happy to have her support Xiao Jiu!

"On behalf of Xiao Jiu, I thank the Empress Dowager for her grace." Consort Yi bowed.

Envy, jealousy, and hatred were directed at her.

At this moment, Consort Yi's eyes were slightly red as she looked at the Empress Dowager with gratitude, not caring what the other women thought!

Anyway, this benefit went to his own son! It's conceivable that even if Xiao Jiu isn't granted any title in the future, with this grassland, what can't he do with it?

"Since the Empress Dowager has added a prize, I certainly cannot be stingy!" Emperor Kangxi laughed heartily, then casually took off the thumb ring from his finger and handed it to Liang Jiugong.

Liang Jiuhong personally placed the thumb ring on the red cloth.

The Emperor's thumb ring...

Some ministers who were very familiar with Emperor Kangxi had already noticed that the thumb ring was the one that Emperor Kangxi wore for the longest time, and it was carved from a piece of extremely warm and smooth mutton fat jade.

Because of its warm and smooth feel, it was very popular with Emperor Kangxi. Almost every time his ministers came to see him, they wore it on his hand eight times out of ten.

Moreover, this kind of jade becomes more lustrous and oily the more it is handled. After Emperor Kangxi wore it for many years, its luster became more and more restrained and warm.

This left the people below looking at each other in bewilderment.

Actually, Emperor Kangxi didn't think too much about it; the main thing was that Xiao Jiu was indeed very likable.

Moreover, the Empress Dowager generously bestowed a grassland upon him, so how could he, as the father of the Han, be stingy?

You know, Xiao Jiu is only one year old and he's already calling me "Father"! Just for him speaking so early and caring about him so much, it's no big deal to be a little generous.

Just based on his clear and crisp calls, I can't let him down!

The concubines behind them were already gritting their teeth and twisting their handkerchiefs! They were getting more and more jealous. Those who had given birth were probably comparing their own children's first birthday celebrations to those of others. Were they as grand as those of others?

As for those who haven't had children, they simply can't imagine whether their future children will be as good as they are now.

How could that be?

Their relationship with the Empress Dowager was nowhere near as good as that of Consort Yi and the others!

Others also had their eyes on the Crown Prince. After all, the Ninth Prince is the Emperor's youngest child, and as the heir apparent, wouldn't the Crown Prince have some other thoughts when he sees the Emperor doting on him so much?

Yinreng smiled slightly, remaining unmoved whether the Empress Dowager had placed the heavy blueprint down or his father had put down the thumb ring.

It wasn't that he was pretending to be calm; he genuinely felt that nothing was wrong.

If he were five or six years old, he might still be anxious about whether his father truly valued him. Because at that time, he had lost his mother and his father was his only support, so he took his father's attitude very seriously. If he didn't receive praise from his father when reciting his lessons, he might even have trouble sleeping at night.

But he's already over 10 years old.

He did many things by the side of the Khan, which earned him the Khan's attention and the favor of the ministers.

His confidence in doing things now comes from his hard work over the past few years, the reputation he has built among the ministers, the abilities he has gradually developed, and his relationship with the Khan. But these are not weak; all of them support him and give him full confidence so that he is not afraid of gains and losses.

It is precisely because we have certainty and something to rely on that we can be so confident!

He maintained a proper distance in his interactions with the ministers, never overstepping the bounds, and strictly adhered to his duties as a son and prince.

He believed that in the eyes of the Khan, he was not only a qualified crown prince, but also a capable and growing assistant.

It is only natural for a father to favor his youngest son. If he becomes anxious or uneasy because of a father's favor or affection, then he should be more cautious.

Now that Han Ama is in his thirties and in the prime of his life, he has countless children. Does he live in constant fear?

So I need to get used to it early. There are many younger brothers and sisters in my life. My father's preferences are sometimes unpredictable. Who knows which son he likes? Only when I have a solid foundation and the ability to do things myself can I truly succeed.

While the Khan's favor is important, sometimes the affection of the common people takes a backseat when it comes to the throne. He is confident that he can be the best crown prince and will not disappoint the Khan.

To say that he was dissatisfied with Xiao Jiu would be utterly foolish.

Although he could not be considered a paragon of virtue, he was definitely not the kind of person who would resort to tricks against children!

He only brought a little bit, and if even this tiny little dumpling makes him feel like he's facing a formidable enemy, then he might as well give up on his older brother!

As the crown prince personally groomed by the Khan, if he were to be petty and argue with a one-year-old child, then all the years of the Khan's training would have been wasted. He would be so ashamed that he would die of shame, and there would be no need for his other brothers to fight for the position for him!