The Qing dynasty rulers began to consider how to effectively govern the country and reduce the political influence of the Mongol tribes in the upper echelons of power and the distribution of power.

This political consideration also exacerbated the conflict between Emperor Shunzhi and the Empress Dowager.

After all, Shunzhi ascended the throne at a young age, and in reality, the regent Dorgon handled state affairs on his behalf.

Dorgon wielded considerable political influence over the Empress Dowager and maintained a close relationship with her.

However, as Shunzhi came of age and assumed personal rule, he hoped to handle government affairs independently and no longer be interfered with by Dorgon and the Empress Dowager.

This led to political differences and conflicts between Emperor Shunzhi and the Empress Dowager.

Even though Dorgon is gone, Shunzhi still holds great power.

However, the Empress Dowager's influence still exists.

This also led to increasing tension between Emperor Shunzhi and the Empress Dowager.

Sherry knew the general idea, but didn't get involved.

So every day, besides listening to the concubines gossip, she would occasionally flirt with Ao Bai.

Ever since that day when Ao Bai became intimate with her.

Her whole aura was off.

Looking at Sydney is like looking at one's own possessions.

Whether or not it was due to him, Shunzhi repeatedly lingered in the harem.

Then every few days he would come to see her under the guise of being the emperor.

It is estimated that they sensed Shunzhi's thoughts.

Ao Bai hired some servants to enter the palace to protect Xue Li.

Sherry accepted the offer with a sweet smile, her lips seemingly coated in honey.

She lived a carefree life, and the Empress Dowager intended to assign her some palace duties.

Sherry declined, citing feeling unwell.

The Empress Dowager was mostly just being polite.

But seeing her pathetic state still makes me angry.

Sherry is always keen to have the chef in the small kitchen research food recipes.

Various desserts, hot pot, barbecue and sweets.

The servants of Kunning Palace were all overjoyed.

I will definitely make one to present to the Empress Dowager, and another to Consort Jing and my sister.

Some concubines who were favored would come to Kunning Palace to eat and drink for free.

Sherry didn't mind and arranged for the people in the imperial kitchen to learn.

Occasionally, when I see Ao Bai, I think of Emperor Shunzhi and send him a gift.

The world where only Ao Bai is unhappy has been achieved.

Then, on a dark and stormy night, Ao Bai prepared to deal with his men.

Upon entering the Empress's palace, one sees a jade-like figure on the bed covered in white cream and exuding a sweet fragrance.

Shameful erection!

After his shameless outburst, Ao Bai looked utterly satisfied.

Even with Shunzhi's unpredictable temper, he was still happy.

The polo match will be starting soon.

After a month of practice, the concubines finally had a chance to put their skills to use.

Sherry invited the Empress Dowager and the families of court officials.

The Empress Dowager thought of how Shirley had been indulging in eating, drinking, and having fun ever since she entered the capital.

He wanted to say something, but seeing the enthusiastic looks on the faces of the concubines, he swallowed his words.

Sumalagu immediately understood the Empress Dowager's thoughts.

"Your Majesty, this is good. They don't have to get involved in palace affairs or be jealous. Look how much better the concubines are doing. Even the Imperial Hospital says that they're drinking less tonic soup."

The Empress Dowager glanced at Sumalagu and sighed softly.

"I want her to be sensible, but I'm also afraid she'll overthink things. In this palace, overthinking is never a good thing! But not thinking about anything is also troublesome—"

The Empress Dowager seemed about to say something, but then said nothing.

"With a master taking care of her, it's no wonder the Empress has such a naive and innocent personality! Otherwise, why would she need people to bring her food every day? I've heard that many emperors have never even tasted such things!"

Sumalagu knew what the Empress Dowager liked to hear.

That's true, people all enjoy unique and preferential treatment.

The Empress Dowager was also pleased, after all, she had worked so hard all these years without receiving a single kind word.

It's always good to have someone who cares about you.

Did Emperor Shunzhi know?

He must have known that when he learned that Sherry was being given to the Empress Dowager, she only occasionally thought of him, and he felt that the Empress and the Empress Dowager were indeed relatives.

If Sherry didn't send it to him, he would only think that the Empress was just pretending to care about him, but was actually just after his body.

He didn't say this aloud, otherwise, he would have compared his rank with Ao Bai to see who was more to Shirley's liking.

Polo matches suddenly swept through the capital.

Shunzhi found the scene exciting and novel, and was unusually pleased with himself.

Then he played a game with his guards and the sons of court officials.

Of course, everyone racked their brains to make him happy.

Emperor Shunzhi was indeed pleased and generously rewarded the emperor.

Two days later, it was time for the men's polo match.

Compared to women, the actions are more thrilling and exciting.

As a result, several couples were brought together by chance.

Of course, the fact that Shunzhi had been generously rewarded with a general also caught Shunzhi's attention.

Was he Dong E's husband?

I don't know if they lost their mind or what.

Emperor Shunzhi sent a letter to Lady Dong'e via a wild goose.

Dong Eshi's husband was a general who couldn't understand her romantic escapades.

So much so that she actually developed a mutual respect and affection for Emperor Shunzhi.

Ao Bai had firsthand information about these things.

After agonizing over it for several days, I mentioned it to Sherry after a passionate encounter.

He watched Sherry's reaction intently.

I don't know if it was because I was afraid she would be saddened by this or something else.

At the very least, he didn't want her to be upset, and he especially didn't want her to be upset because of another man.

But Sherry's reaction still took him by surprise.

Sherry turned around with a look of surprise and snuggled into his arms.

"Really?! It's finally starting, tsk tsk tsk!" Even Sherry thought this emperor was really dragging his feet.

He received a letter by a wild goose and it took him a year to enter the palace.

Indeed, what you can't have always seems more alluring.

A year is enough time for your mind to automatically fill in the gaps.

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