When Emperor Kangxi led his troops from the Three Banners to the Khorchin grasslands, Prince Darhan Bandi personally led his tribe to greet them. Kangxi's younger sister was Bandi's principal wife, and Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang was Bandi's great-aunt; they were practically family. In every dynasty, daughters of the Khorchin grasslands in Inner Mongolia were sent to the Qing Dynasty to become imperial concubines, and the principal wives of the Khorchin grasslands were always princesses of the Qing Dynasty. Bandi's current principal wife was Kangxi's sister, Princess Gulun Duanmin.

After the most beautiful little princess of the grasslands personally presented Kangxi with a hada (ceremonial scarf), Bandi took Kangxi's hand and they walked together into the tent of Prince Darhan. After welcoming Kangxi and taking the main seat in the tent, Kangxi's sons and trusted ministers sat to his right, while Bandi led his ministers and generals to sit to Kangxi's lower left.

The soldiers of the Three Banners stopped in the vicinity of Geda Meilin and set up camp to rest.

"Your Majesty, Bandi is truly delighted to see Your Majesty's rosy complexion and good health. Let us drink this cup together to celebrate the invincible campaign of our Great Qing Dynasty here, which has swiftly annihilated the Dzungars." Bandi stood up and raised his cup to Kangxi. Beside him sat his sons, all looking at Kangxi and his princes with reverence.

"Alright, let's all drink this cup together in gratitude for Bandi's blessings." Kangxi also seemed very pleased.

"Your Majesty," Bandi said earnestly, "my Khorchin grasslands are willing to follow Your Majesty in your personal campaign against the Dzungars. These barbarians have been too arrogant and tyrannical for years, repeatedly plundering countless cattle, sheep, women, and children from my Inner Mongolia. Bandi is helpless and currently lacks the ability to pursue them. Today, the Heavenly Dynasty has sent troops, and I, Bandi, shamelessly request to join the battle to avenge the brothers they have killed."

Upon hearing this, Kangxi smiled faintly. The attitude of the Khorchin grasslands was correct, and he was not surprised, after all, they were family.

"Come, Bandi, let's just drink today and not talk about business. I and my soldiers have been marching for half a month and need a good rest. This time, I'll borrow your place to rest," Kangxi said politely.

"What are you saying, Your Majesty? Khorchin will always be Your Majesty's backyard. As long as Your Majesty gives the word, the brothers in the backyard will naturally serve Your Majesty." Bandi said emotionally, afraid that Kangxi would not understand his attitude at this moment.

Kangxi nodded, then waved to Bandi, indicating that he knew his intentions, and told him to sit down and not to get too excited.

Bandi's sons also toasted the princes, including Prince Zhi, in turn. After three rounds of drinks, the singing and dancing began.

Mongolian songs and dances are always particularly captivating, especially the little princess in the middle, dressed in red, with sparkling crystals on her headdress and dress, which are exceptionally eye-catching.

Emperor Kangxi was already fifty-four years old, long past his youthful vigor and impetuousness. The woman before him was said to be a princess of the Körök tribe on the grasslands, whose tribe had been destroyed by Galdan, the Dzungar Khanate. Because of her beauty, Bandi took her in.

The woman was born with bright eyes and white teeth, possessing the unique features of a grassland beauty. However, her beauty was also striking, displaying a lively and spirited charm unlike the beauties of the imperial harem who lived indoors year-round.

“Your Majesty, this is Princess Baoyue, also known as ‘Moonlight of the Grasslands.’ So many people want to marry her that they’ve practically worn down her doorstep, yet no one has been able to win her heart,” Bandi said solicitously.

To this day, the dance moves of this "Moonlight of the Grassland" are still incredibly charming and captivating. Every smile and gesture is full of allure, making the men in the audience's Adam's apples bob.

Kangxi squinted as he admired the stunning beauties and fine wine and meat on the grassland. He glanced casually at his sons and then at Ban Gu's sons, taking in their expressions.

After the dance, Princess Baoyue presented the plum blossom in her hand to Emperor Kangxi before withdrawing.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Princess Baoyue is interested in you." Bandi stood up, cupped his hands, and smiled at Kangxi.

"What does this mean?" Kangxi asked with a smile.

“Princess Baoyue just presented the flower in her hand to the Emperor, which means that she has long admired the Emperor and is willing to serve him. Princess Baoyue once said that the flower in her hand is her heart, and now she has given her heart to the Emperor,” Bandi said.

Emperor Kangxi stroked his beard and smiled, "I am getting old, while Princess Baoyue is still so young. Let's choose a good husband for her from among my nephews."

Bandi was taken aback for a moment, then cupped his hands and said, “Your Majesty is in the prime of life, how can you say you are old? My sons are all useless and are really unworthy of such a beauty. If Your Majesty does not like Baoyue, then I will have no choice but to let her find another good match.”

After pondering for a moment, Kangxi looked at his sons and finally said to the eldest prince, "Yinti, are you interested?"

When Prince Zhi heard that Emperor Kangxi had suddenly mentioned him, he quickly stood up, bowed his head and clasped his hands, saying, "Your Majesty, since Princess Baoyue has already chosen you, I dare not offend you."

The Third Prince snorted, a mocking smile playing on his lips.

Kangxi simply smiled, dropped the subject, and continued drinking and chatting with Bandi. For this expedition, Kangxi brought Consort Wang, the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Princes, and several young noblewomen and concubines, all young and beautiful. Although Princess Baoyue was also a stunning beauty, she didn't truly arouse Kangxi's interest. He knew that if this "Moonlight of the Grasslands," a dignified young man, refused to fawn over an old man like himself, she must have something in mind!

Well, Kangxi understood that he was getting old after all. Looking at the group of adult princes around him, all of them were young and vigorous. How could he not be old?

After the banquet, Kangxi returned to his own tent to rest, with all the princes following him and none of them staying behind.

When Bandi returned to his tent, Baoyue, dressed in purple, immediately came to see him.

"Greetings, King of Han." Bao Yue said, kneeling with one hand in front of her chest.

"Baoyue, I've done everything I could for you. Whether the Emperor accepts you or not is up to you," Bandi said to Princess Baoyue.

“Thank you, King of Han. I will never forget you. My tribe is now in my uncle’s hands. If I want to restore the Han throne left by my father, I need the support of the Great Qing.” Baoyue said firmly.

“But as you’ve seen, the Emperor has already made it clear. Actually, if you’re willing to marry one of the princes, that’s fine. I’ve seen that those princes are interested in you…” Bandi said.

“Baoyue only needs His Majesty the greatest emperor in the world; no one else can help Baoyue. Baoyue takes her leave.” Baoyue stood up, flicked her long whip, and turned to leave.