These words were truly hurtful. He Yue was alright, but Yan Yue already showed her resentment and wished she could immediately retort. "Hmph, Seventh Sister is very good. In the future, many people will line up to propose to her, but she still doesn't dare to speak here."

Irgen Gioro's eyes darkened slightly as she smiled faintly, "My daughter acted too rashly, and I have already disciplined her. My daughter has always been sensible and gentle, and has never lost her composure like this before. It's all because she and her sister have a very good relationship and can't bear to see her elder sister wronged. I told her that even if that person acted improperly, she shouldn't take action herself, as her father and mother would avenge them. But I didn't expect that person to be the Thirteenth Prince. The Thirteenth Prince is the son of the Emperor, and was personally raised by Consort De. His upbringing is beyond question. I think it was all a misunderstanding. Last night, my master personally took my daughter to apologize to the Emperor. My daughter was even slapped by my master, which shows how angry he was. It's fortunate that the Emperor was merciful and even said that my daughter has the demeanor of a Manchu. Now, Consort De is magnanimous and has not held it against us. I am deeply grateful."

Lady Zhangjia's face was grim. The phrase "personally raised by Consort De" had truly stung her heart. In other words, Lady Zhangjia was at most the birth mother of the Thirteenth Prince, while Consort De was the proper mother of the Thirteenth Prince. Why should Consort De speak if she didn't blame her? Furthermore, since the Emperor had not punished her before, Lady Zhangjia could not bring up the matter again.

Consort De coughed, covering her mouth. Lady Zhangjia had no choice but to swallow her resentment, gave a cold snort, and turned her face away.

"To be honest, Thirteen is a good child, but because he is young, he is inevitably spoiled and his behavior is sometimes inappropriate. It is all due to my negligence. I apologize to the Madam and your daughter on his behalf." Consort De sighed and acted as a peacemaker.

He Yue couldn't help but think to herself, if it were the Fourteenth Prince, would Consort De still apologize on his behalf?

After all, one is a biological son, and the other is just an adopted son; there is bound to be a difference.

She didn't resent Zhangjia's reaction; this was the behavior and words a proper mother should have, instead of making a mountain out of a molehill like Consort De.

She recalled that in history, the Thirteenth Prince's birth mother died early, and only the Fourth Prince truly cared for him. Otherwise, the Thirteenth Prince would not have fully supported Yongzheng when he ascended the throne.

Although I dislike the Thirteenth Prince, I can't help but feel sad for him.

Now that Consort Zhangjia is still alive, the Thirteenth Prince still acts so arrogantly. I wonder what he will be like after Consort Zhangjia passes away.

Consort De's gaze fell on Yan Yue, who sat to the left of Lady Irgen Gioro, and she smiled slightly: "This must be your family's sixth daughter, right? She is indeed a beauty in the making." She paused, as if remembering something: "The imperial concubine selection will be held in three years, and your sixth daughter will be of age. She should be among them. I wonder if Madam has any plans?"

Upon hearing this, Lady Irgen Gioro's heart skipped a beat, but she remained calm on the surface, lowering her eyes and replying respectfully, "Yan Yue is still young, and the matter of the selection of concubines is too early to have thought about."

Consort De picked up her teacup, took a sip, and said slowly, "I have heard that the first few princesses of your family have all married, leaving only the two youngest. If I am not mistaken, no daughter of your family has married into the royal family. I suppose your family's good fortune should fall on the two youngest."

Irgen Gioro's heart tightened, and she quickly stood up and bowed: "This servant is terrified. The selection of concubines is decided by the Emperor and the Empress Dowager. This servant would never dare to make any wild guesses. There are countless outstanding daughters of the Eight Banners nobles. Yan Yue and He Yue are only slightly beautiful, and we dare not claim to be blessed."

"Madam is being too modest," Consort De chuckled, her gaze towards Yan Yue revealing a hint of affection. "The more I look at Sixth Sister, the more endearing she becomes. It just so happens that my Fourteenth Prince is the same age as Sixth Sister, so I'm sure they'll get along well. The Fourteenth Prince often says that his Ninth Sister is much older than him, so he'll surely be happy to have such a beautiful younger sister. In the future, if you have some free time, Madam can bring the two princesses to visit my Yonghe Palace often. I would be very happy to do so."

Yiergenjueluo hesitated: "This..."

At this moment, she vaguely guessed Consort De's intention. Irgen Gioro clan naturally did not want their daughter to marry into the royal family. However, since Consort De had already said so much, it would be disrespectful to refuse directly and offend Consort De for no reason. But she would never agree to let her daughter marry the Fourteenth Prince.

"Oh? Madam is unwilling?" Consort De's eyebrows twitched, and she gently set down her teacup with a soft sound, which suddenly touched the heart of Lady Irgen Gioro. Her heart tightened abruptly: "This servant thanks Your Highness Consort De for your kindness."

Consort De smiled slightly and raised her hand: "Please rise, Madam."

Irgen Gioro rose and sat back down, her hands clenching slightly as she sighed silently.

Heyue looked at her sixth sister and saw that her eyes were wide open. She looked at Consort De and then at her mother, completely confused about what was happening. Heyue felt a pang of worry for her sixth sister.

It seems that Consort De has her eye on Sixth Sister and plans to make her the Fourteenth Prince's consort.

Although the selection of consorts was not solely decided by Consort De, and historically the Fourteenth Prince's consort was not from the Zhaojia clan, who can guarantee that history will not be wrong? If Consort De had been so inclined, perhaps the Sixth Princess would have truly become the Fourteenth Prince's consort, or perhaps the Fourteenth Prince in history had a secondary consort from the Zhaojia clan.

Nothing is guaranteed.

In fact, it wouldn't be a bad thing for Sixth Sister to marry Fourteenth Prince. Even if Yongzheng ascends the throne in the future, he is still his own younger brother. Although he is imprisoned, his life will not be in danger. No matter how badly he falls in circumstances, no one will dare to make things difficult for Fourteenth Prince. It's just that his freedom in the future cannot be guaranteed.

He Yue lowered her head, biting her lower lip, caught in a dilemma: should she let things take their course, or should she stop it?

Consort Zhangjia said indignantly, "Sister Consort De, it's not that I'm narrow-minded, but if the younger one is so fierce, how can the older one be any better? The Fourteenth Prince is your darling. If he gets beaten up while interacting with such people, you'll be heartbroken."

Consort De gave her a cold glance. Zhangjia was afraid and reluctantly shut her mouth. Consort De looked at Irgen Gioro again and smiled slightly: "I believe in your upbringing. Your daughters are all sensible and well-mannered."

She had worried about this matter, so she focused her attention on the six daughters of Marhan. She had already asked around and found out that although the six daughters of Marhan were lively, they did not have any bad behavior. Of course, the youngest daughter of Marhan was also gentle and obedient in the past, so she needed to observe her for a while longer.

Normally, she would not have considered Lady Zhaojia. However, the Emperor's leniency towards Lady Zhaojia last night showed her the Emperor's affection for Marhan. Lady Zhaojia's first few daughters had all married, and the two youngest daughters were the most promising. Therefore, she had to set aside her prejudices and choose one of Lady Zhaojia's daughters as a candidate for the Fourteenth Prince's Consort.

Although Marhan is only a vice minister now, he has always been self-disciplined and loyal. With the emperor's favor, his future prospects are still uncertain.

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness, but I am unworthy of it." Lady Irgen Gioro felt awkward but was extremely grateful on the surface.

"It is said that children love to be beautiful. I have a few fine silks here, so I will give them to Sixth Sister and Seventh Sister as a gift for our first meeting."

Irgen Gioro hurriedly pulled Heyue and Yanyue to their feet to express their gratitude. At that moment, a palace maid came in and reported, "Your Majesty, the Fourteenth Prince has come to pay his respects."