When Kangxi learned that the prince went directly to the Cining Palace because he heard bad news about Empress Xiaozhuang, he nodded with relief. The prince was a filial son and it was worthy of the royal mother's love for him.

But then he thought again, she was the one who grew up with him and taught him how to survive. If she left, he would have no royal mother, so he hurried to the Cining Palace.

At this time in the Shi Mansion, Guaerjia was feeling happy because she was about to be out of mourning. After all, she had been in mourning for four years. If she had not been in mourning, she should have married the prince long ago.

Now that she is about to finish mourning, she can also marry the prince. As long as the eldest grandson of the emperor is not born, she still has a chance.

She heard that there were only two princesses in Yuqing Palace. She felt that she would be able to get along well with the prince after entering the palace. After giving birth to a legitimate son and consolidating her position, she would then deal with those princesses and concubines.

Guwalgiya was brought up according to the rules of a mother of a country since she was a child. She was indeed dignified and sensible, but she was also jealous of the fact that someone had served the prince before her.

She thought that as long as they understood the rules and didn't have any illegitimate children before she entered the Eastern Palace, she wouldn't do anything to them.

When she gives birth to the crown prince, she will arrange them according to their favor and obedience. If anyone is restless, she will find a way to get rid of them.

Just as she was looking forward to her future life in the palace, Shi Wenbing came to her yard with a heavy face.

"What's wrong with you, Ama? You look so unhappy. Did something happen?"

Shi Wenbing loved his daughter very much. He looked at her with some worry, and after thinking about it, he told her the truth.

"Father knows this is a bit unbelievable, but the Empress Dowager is really in trouble. The prince is filial, and if the Empress Dowager passes away, I'm afraid he will have to observe mourning."

Guaerjia was stunned where she stood. She must have been hallucinating, otherwise how could she hear her father saying bad news about the Empress Dowager?

"Father, what are you talking about? Who's not well? I seem to be hallucinating. I actually heard you say that the Empress Dowager is not in good health. Father, I will soon be in mourning."

It was precisely because she was about to leave mourning that such a thing happened that made Shi Wenbing feel distressed and sad. If Xiaozhuang had passed away at this time, his daughter's marriage would have to be postponed again.

The prince had already had some dissatisfaction with her because of the four years of mourning. If she had to mourn for another year or two, it would be useless even if she successfully married into the Yuqing Palace.

It is true that there are no children born in Yuqing Palace now, but that does not mean there will be no children in a year or two. He is now worried that Xiaozhuang will die suddenly, which will implicate his daughter.

"Father said that the Empress Dowager is not in good health and may not survive this spring. After all, you are the future Crown Princess, so why not come to the palace to take care of her?"

If Empress Xiaozhuang could not hold on, she would have to observe mourning again. However, because of her contribution in taking care of the sick, the prince would definitely feel sorry for her difficulties, and her life would not be so difficult then.

Guaerjia was a smart person. She knew that this was the best outcome for her. Although she was unwilling, she still expressed her willingness to enter the palace to take care of the patient.

"Don't worry, father. I know what to do. I will enter the palace now and live in the Cining Palace these days. Father, you must take good care of yourself and don't let me worry."

"Father, I understand. Go ahead and don't worry. Remember, you must leave a good impression on the prince, otherwise your future will be difficult."

"Don't worry, my daughter knows."

Guaerjia entered the palace. Mu Sili got the news as soon as she entered the palace, but she was not in the mood to care about why she entered the palace. She was now looking at Nanny Ling with disdain.

"Princess, you have become so capable that you don't even do what I asked you to do. Didn't I ask you to prepare two home-cooked dishes for His Highness? Why didn't you do it?

Or does Gege think that I can ignore your words and disregard your Highness's preferences? If so, then I must have a good talk with your Highness.

There is more than just Gege in Yuqing Palace. There is also a Liu Gege. If Gege doesn't want to serve Your Highness, then this old servant will tell Your Highness to go to Yunfang Palace to accompany Liu Gege today."

"What do you mean, Mammy? Are you threatening me? It seems that I was too kind before, and Mammy has forgotten what kind of person I am.

Since the nanny wants to control me, I can't let you see it clearly. Cuizhu, tell her what the prince said yesterday.

Madam, you must think carefully. If Cuizhu tells His Highness what he has said, I will not let it go. After all, I am not a good person."

Nanny Ling didn't take Mu Sili's words to heart at all. In her opinion, she was just bluffing. She knew how much the prince trusted her, so how could he be scared by her?

She was just a little girl, still wet behind the ears. She thought that she could be superior to him just because she was favored by the prince? What a joke.

Not to mention her, even the Crown Princess who will marry into Yuqing Palace in the future has to be respectful in front of her. How could she, a princess, have the courage to question her decision?

He dared to threaten her, perhaps thinking she was brought up in fear? Today, she would definitely let her know the serious consequences of disobeying her.

"Gege, you are so powerful now. Do you think you can compete with me just because you are favored by the emperor? Your Highness respects me the most. If I say a few words to your Highness, you will probably fall out of favor.

You'd better do your duty as a princess. Otherwise, if His Highness hears about this, he will be very unhappy. If His Highness takes action directly, I will not be able to protect you."

Cuizhu looked at Nanny Ling with a mocking smile. Nanny Ling must have really regarded herself as the master of Yuqing Palace, otherwise how could she dare to speak to her master like that?

"Princess, it was because I failed to properly manage the people in Yunxia Palace that I let this cunning slave in. After I tell her what Your Highness said, can you please let her get out?

Your Highness told you to sleep until you wake up naturally, but this naughty servant came in and made a lot of noise, disturbing your rest. I'm afraid Your Highness will be angry when he finds out.

I am just a small maid. If Your Highness feels that I have not served you well, I am afraid that I will be sent back to the Imperial Household Department. I am afraid."

"What are you afraid of? You are here to take care of me under His Highness' orders. I don't believe that Madam Ling has the guts to attack my people.

Go ahead and tell her what the prince said yesterday, so that she won’t think that I am deliberately going against her and am doing the opposite of her.

I believe that when His Highness returns and learns about Yunxia Palace, he will absolutely stand on my side. After all, I am His Highness's bedmate, and I am no match for Mammy."