Meanwhile, the Borjigit concubine and Wanyi, standing at a distance, dared not utter a sound, their eyes fixed on the Uya concubine and Guoluo concubine.

“How did Consort Uya become like this in such a short time? It’s like… it’s like…” Consort Borjigit couldn’t describe it either.

"A doormat?" Wanyi thought "white lotus" would be a more accurate description.

"Yes, she's a pushover, but the look on Consort Wuya's face before she left was truly terrifying." With such a ferocious expression, how could anyone not be afraid?

"Let's hurry back! It'll get hot soon." Wanyi didn't want to go back covered in sweat.

"Alright! Let's go." Consort Borjigit also wanted to go back as soon as possible, since she was also afraid of the heat.

Meanwhile, after finishing processing the important memorials, Emperor Kangxi got up and walked towards Cining Palace.

"Chuyao, go to the Imperial Kitchen. Consort Guoluo's health is not good, and she is not suitable for pregnancy. Let's help her out."

Consort Wuya felt an urge to kill Guo Luoluo, that vile woman, for calling her a foot-washing maid. Even though she was now an imperial concubine, she was constantly reminded of what she used to do.

"Yes." Chu Yao followed Consort Wuya all the way back to Yonghe Palace. Seeing Consort Wuya's expression, she dared not utter a sound, for fear of taking her anger out on her.

"Princess, the Emperor is here," Sumalagu reminded Bumbutai, who was having lunch.

As soon as Bumbutai looked up, she saw Kangxi walking in. He was not far from her and bowed to her. His polite manner was accompanied by a sweltering heat that rushed towards her.

"Grandson greets His Majesty!"

"Xuan Ye, you've arrived! Bumbutai beckoned Kangxi to sit down beside him."

"It's been a long time since your grandson has dined here at Your Majesty's place. I've been missing it quite a bit." Kangxi naturally picked up his chopsticks, and Liang Jiugong, with great insight, used serving chopsticks to pick out the dishes that Kangxi liked.

"Then eat more. Look, you've lost a lot of weight." Bumbutai even put a piece of food on Kangxi's plate, just like when they were children, and the scene immediately became warm and cozy.

After lunch, Kangxi sat comfortably in the main seat on the other side and slowly sipped his tea.

"Xuan Ye, have you finished your official duties?" Bumbutai looked at the benevolent Kangxi and couldn't help but frown as she asked.

"No, I have something to discuss with my maternal grandmother." Kangxi straightened his posture solemnly, knowing that Bumbutai would not allow him to see the emperor in any relaxed state.

"Tell me about it!" Bumbutai had gotten used to Kangxi only coming when he needed something, and not coming when he didn't. She didn't know when it started, but the affection between them had faded a lot.

"The smallpox vaccination has already begun. A batch of relatives have recovered. I plan for my maternal grandmother and empress mother to select some more concubines to go to the imperial estate for vaccination." After all, the royal family has already successfully completed one batch, and the next step is the harem. Once the harem is vaccinated, the vaccination will be rolled out nationwide.

"I see. But I am too old to be vaccinated against smallpox." Bumbutai thought about the data she had obtained before. Vaccination against smallpox at her age was still very risky.

"Grandson still hopes that Empress Dowager will get vaccinated against smallpox. I have sent most of the imperial physicians from the Imperial Hospital to get vaccinated, and they have already been vaccinated." If Empress Dowager doesn't get vaccinated, wouldn't it be very dangerous when smallpox strikes?

"Alright, I'll go then." Bumbutai looked at the resolute Kangxi and didn't say anything more. After all, this was for her own good, so she would go to put Xuan Ye's mind at ease.

"I will definitely have Physician Lu take good care of the Empress Dowager," Kangxi affirmed.

The matter was thus settled, and that afternoon Kangxi issued an imperial edict to the inner palace, ordering the departure of two groups.

"My lady, I think I should bring everything I need, since I don't know how long I'll be staying at the imperial estate!" Hongxiu also needs to be brought along this time. A concubine can only bring one servant, because Hongxiu also needs to be vaccinated against smallpox.

"Just bring some commonly used items, there's nothing we don't have!" With only one day to pack, and the Emperor clearly saying he wanted to travel simply, Wanyi thought about finding a clever maidservant sometime.

"Yes, I understand," Hongxiu replied, thinking that it would take at least two or three months to get to the imperial estate.

"Your Highness, this time Consort Zhao will be in charge, and the Empress Dowager, the Empress Dowager, the Borjigit Consort, the Yehenara Consort, and others will be going to the Imperial Estate." At least half of the people will be going to the Imperial Estate for smallpox vaccination this time.

"Alright, I understand. When I'm not here, Granny Kong, keep a close watch on Yongshou Palace and pay attention to the movements in the harem, especially Wuya. If possible, have Consort Wuya and Guoluo face off to divert Consort Wuya's attention." She didn't want Yongshou Palace to be without that servant or eunuch after returning from the imperial estate.

"This old servant understands, and will certainly guard the imperial estate well for Your Highness," said Granny Kong confidently.

Although it was a simple trip, it still took a day to pack. Mainly, Hongxiu packed everything and then took it out to repack, which Wanyi couldn't bear to watch. She spent the whole day reading poetry and books in her room, but in reality, she went into her space to prepare things.

The next morning, Wanyi was woken up early. After washing up and eating something, she set off for Cining Palace.

"Granny He, has the Empress Dowager risen yet?" When Wanyi arrived at Cining Palace, Granny He was already waiting outside.

“Consort Suo Zhuolun, the Empress Dowager has already risen, and Consort Zhao is waiting inside. The Empress Dowager has instructed you to wait in the side hall since you have arrived.” As she spoke, Granny He gestured to the maid beside her to take Wanyi away.

Wanyi and the others didn't have to wait long before He Mama arrived. When Wanyi and the others came out, they only saw the Empress Dowager. It turned out that Consort Zhao had already helped the Empress Dowager into the carriage and was in one carriage with the Empress Dowager. The Empress Dowager and Consort Borjigit were in another carriage, and behind them were three people per carriage: Wanyi, Consort Yehenara, and Consort Ulanara were in one carriage.

It took only two hours to reach the Imperial Estate. After settling the Empress Dowager and the Grand Empress Dowager, Consort Zhao arranged accommodations for the concubines.

To please the Empress Dowager, Consort Zhao arranged for Consort Wan and Consort Borjigit to live in the Garden Qin Courtyard, which was next to the Empress Dowager's residence.

"That's wonderful, I can live with Sister Wanyi again." Consort Borjigit happily took Wanyi's hand.

"I am very happy to live with my sister." In fact, Wanyi did not really like living with the Borjigit concubine.

"Hongxiu, you and Lexin, please take my things to the main courtyard first," Consort Borjigit said casually, without even asking Wanyi if she could borrow Hongxiu.

"Go! Be quick and efficient, Sister Borjigit. Hongxiu is clumsy, I hope you don't mind her." Wanyi instructed Hongxiu first, and then said to Consort Borjigit with some apology.

"How could that be? Hongxiu is Wanyi's head maid, so she's naturally very attentive." Borjigit Consort said nonchalantly. She wanted to take a bath, so she naturally needed someone to help her. Lexin helped her make the bed and tidy up her things.