This thrilling, illicit affair would excite not only Sherry, but also Emperor Kangxi.

So much so that every time Shirley paid her respects to Consort Tong, she would always have a complicated look in her eyes when she saw her.

After all, whenever Emperor Kangxi came to Chengqian Palace, he couldn't help but stroll around the backyard.

The goal is clear, and there is no perfunctory attitude.

Sherry had no idea about her dilemma.

Or rather, she was completely at ease.

Historically, Consort Tong played a crucial role in Uya's successful promotion to the rank of concubine.

After all, Lady Magia and Lady Nara in the harem had given birth to several children. How could she have risen in rank so quickly just by having children?

It is a form of affection, but not an exclusive and unparalleled favor.

In the past, she was not as good as the Ma Jia clan, and in the same period, she was not as good as the Guo Luo Luo clan.

After giving birth to Yinzhen, the Tong family had their own ideas, but they were also afraid that they wouldn't be able to raise the child properly, so they definitely wouldn't let her stay in Chengqian Palace.

The fact that a noblewoman who had just given birth to a prince left Chengqian Palace inevitably gave people the impression of discarding her after she had served her purpose.

Even Emperor Kangxi would feel a little guilty!

The original owner of this body also grasped Kangxi's psychology, after all, he had a weak relationship with his parents.

Consort Tong intended to raise the fourth prince under her care, and was determined to appease the Wuya family.

Therefore, a concubine rank is a sign of sincerity.

This is why many people say that Uya sold her son for personal gain!

Many people are jealous and envious.

Sherry plans to have the Empress Dowager appear in her dream a few days before giving birth, to do her best and leave the rest to fate.

At worst, she can marry him off to a few Manchu princesses in the future.

Marry another group of beauties from Jiangnan...

If he still doesn't understand, at worst, she can reluctantly come out of retirement again to personally paint "Yinzhen Enjoying Life" for him.

Forget about dressing up as Taoist priests or foreigners, we'll arrange everything from male mermaids and chivalrous heroes to cross-dressers and even God's father...

Everything you could want!

When Shirley thought about this, she felt a little envious of the little one in her belly.

Hmm, let's prepare a picture book!

When he grows up, tell him how much she loves him!

Tsk tsk tsk, she's experienced it firsthand.

Once people start to imagine things, they can become incredibly emotionally moved by their own imagination.

Of course, all of this is predicated on Consort Tong winning the title of fourth prince.

There are advantages and disadvantages, but she doesn't mind.

She has already thought about the subsequent compensation.

If Consort Tong insisted on keeping Yinzhen, then she wouldn't have needed to get pregnant.

Sudden changes in temperature can be quite harmful.

Moreover, it's normal for children born to close relatives to not grow up to be able to survive.

For about half a year, Emperor Kangxi grew to like her very much.

Even though I liked her a lot, I only mentioned her being treated like a noble person; I never thought of making her the head of the first palace.

At this moment, Consort Tong paid even more attention to her.

Many times, Shirley saw the shadow of the Tongjia clan from previous worlds in her.

It's that guy who gets angry at the slightest disagreement, and ends up with his face all red from anger.

So much so that every time Shirley looked at Consort Tong, her eyes were sincere and earnest.

After all, Consort Tong cared for the children far more than Emperor Kangxi cared for her.

Regardless of the reason, I feel especially at ease with my pregnancy.

It stopped a lot of dirty things.

As Consort Tong's loyal servant, Granny Ma would periodically give Xue Li and Bai Jia a warning.

Many times, the three of them would sit together and drink tea.

Bai Jiashi trembled and dared only purse her lips.

Xue Li ate and took things, while staring intently at Consort Tong and flattering her.

"Sister, you are so kind and gentle, even the palace pastries taste exceptionally sweet and refreshing." Xue Li smiled sweetly and softly.

Consort Tong paused for a moment: "If you like, I'll have Shiliu sent to you every day, but be careful not to eat too much."

"Thank you, sister, you're so kind~" The sugar content was probably too high, and Bai Jia looked at Xue Li with a face full of indescribable emotions.

"Hmm..." Consort Tong glanced at Granny Ma but said nothing more.

"Sister, your attire today is exceptionally elegant and luxurious. Only the peony truly possesses national beauty, outshining all other flowers without seeking recognition. Sister, you deserve it." Xue Li spoke with utmost sincerity, having unexpectedly become rich by clinging to Consort Tong's coattails.

He was much more magnanimous than that stingy Emperor Kangxi.

To be honest, she was a little reluctant to move the palace.

Consort Tong looked at her with surprise: "Ahem, sister, you have such good writing skills! However, sister, you have overstated yourself."

Bai Jiashi: ⊙▽⊙

"Oh dear, you're embarrassing me, sister. I'm just telling the truth. But, do you really have such good writing skills?" Shirley said, clutching her handkerchief with delight.

She was the most intelligent bondservant among the great demons, and the most cultured concubine among them.

Consort Tong's hand holding the teacup was trembling quite badly.

"Of course, I never lie!"

Sherry was even happier, and the look in her eyes made Consort Tong's brows furrow tightly.

Bai Jia looked at Xue Li and fell into deep thought.

As a result, the two of them each took two books and returned to their respective side halls!

While reading, Bai Jia muttered angrily, "That sycophant, that liar, Wu Ya, what high and mighty, what kind of intelligent and virtuous woman..."

In November, Ms. Luo, a young woman, announced her pregnancy, exactly three months along!

Everyone understood their caution, but Kangxi's reaction was indifferent.

Another month passed, and Sherry went into labor.

Sherry hurriedly recited the incantation, and surprisingly, there was a verification code.

Then, just after having sex with the beautiful woman, Kangxi, who was resting in bed, suddenly fainted without warning, his body covered in cold sweat.

The young lady serving him assumed that Kangxi was just exhausted and didn't take it seriously.

Liang Jiugong, who was outside, couldn't wake Kangxi and spoke to the servants in Consort Tong's palace with a bitter face.

The servant's eyes widened, and he couldn't help but glance at the palace plaque before disappearing without a trace.

Sherry watched as "herself" opened her eyes, looked around, and examined her stomach, her face showing an expression of disbelief.

Even faster are the sudden waves of pain.

Kangxi wanted to say something, but then he realized he had a thick cloth in his mouth, and he was instantly on the verge of tears.

The midwife beside him kept guiding him, and Kangxi was so exhausted after several hours of pain that he didn't even have the strength to curse.

At that moment, he felt incredibly grateful to his mother.

He even felt that getting stabbed on the battlefield would be more painful than this.

But he was pregnant, and for the sake of both of their lives, he had no choice but to grit his teeth and push harder!

On the 13th day of the 12th month of the 17th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1678), at the hour of Yin (3-5 AM), "Xue Li" gave birth to the fourth prince and fainted.

Consort Tong was even happier holding the baby, and she overlooked the unpleasantness of Emperor Kangxi's absence.

Some even thought that Kangxi's lack of affection for Xue Li was the reason he didn't come, so the rewards were doubled.

The next day, the entire palace learned how much Emperor Kangxi doted on Consort Busai, and how he even refused Consort Tong's request to see him for her sake.

The unassuming Busais suddenly became a thorn in the side of the entire harem.

The gifts from the Grand Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager were also delivered one after the other.

The Empress Dowager wanted to draw Kangxi's attention, and noticed that Kangxi was listless and dispirited.

She didn't say anything more, afraid of offending Kangxi.

Emperor Kangxi was unaware of the news in the palace and had extremely mixed feelings upon learning that he had gained a son.

He was mentally exhausted, but physically energetic.