“Idel?”
As an emperor who had learned Mongolian from a young age, Kangxi could certainly understand the meaning of these three words.
The name has a good meaning, and it also reflects his earnest hopes for his child.
However, it's important to understand that this name was given to him by the Empress Dowager in Mongolian. Although it was his childhood name, it carries extraordinary significance once it's uttered.
Through the screen, Kangxi asked in a deep voice whether this was Xiuning's idea or the Empress Dowager's idea. The two were worlds apart. Kangxi even imagined that if the Empress Dowager forced the naming, he would have to go to Cining Palace to sound out the Empress Dowager's opinion again.
"Your Majesty, please don't misunderstand. All of this was my own idea."
Xiu Ning spoke, her voice trembling noticeably, "I'm afraid. It's my great fortune to have given birth to Ning Chuge and Yider for Your Majesty."
I dare not have too many expectations now, I only wish that my two children can grow up safely.
"Your Majesty, I have presumptuously requested the Empress Dowager to bestow a name upon me. I beg Your Majesty not to be angered by this and harm your health."
After a long silence, Kangxi sighed softly, his voice softening slightly, "I understand your maternal love for your two children."
Regarding the matter of bestowing a name, since that is your opinion, I have no reason to disagree.
"Ider, then let's use that name."
As long as you understand what this child will lose in the future if they use this name.
Kangxi added a couple of thoughts to himself, and a hint of regret was also in his eyes.
There are now two princes in the harem. Including Baoqing outside the palace, Kangxi treats all three children equally in his heart (mainly because Baocheng's health is not as good as it appears). However, Xiuning's move has subtly cut off Yider's chance to compete. Kangxi will not allow a prince who is too close to the Mongols to go astray.
At this time, Kangxi did not expect that he would hand over Yinqi, born to Lady Guoluo, to the Empress Dowager for upbringing a few years later, nor did he expect that he would live so long that all his thoughts and ideas would become invalid.
Yes, the short lives of the previous two emperors made Kangxi vaguely feel that he would suffer the same fate. Who could have predicted everything that would happen later?
Emperor Kangxi nodded in agreement with Yider's name, and the news spread through the palace servants to the inner palace, naturally sparking countless speculations.
Some people felt it was important, some felt it was marginal, some felt it had profound meaning, some felt it was just a simple name... Various ideas emerged, but none of them guessed Xiu Ning's plans and schemes.
In fact, Xiuning just wanted to use a name to connect the Mongolians with them at the lowest cost.
Compared to the future scenario where Lady Guoluo directly presents her newborn son, Yinqi, to the Empress Dowager, Xiuning feels that her naming method is a way of winning him over without being too close or distant. It doesn't require her own son to sacrifice his future or marriage, nor does it rely too much on Ning Chuge's marriage alliance. It's a kind of opportunistic arrangement.
"Is it just that the rumors outside are unpleasant?"
Xiu Ning scoffed, thinking that there were indeed quite a few gossipy people in the harem, perhaps they were just too idle. "Whether they're nice to hear or not, how much of it actually applies to me?"
Let them be. As long as we achieve our goal, everything else is negotiable.
Xiu Ning's magnanimity and lack of concern saved Qi Xiang Palace a lot of effort. Granny Sun took full care of Yi De'er, while Chun Yu simply shut out the gossip and only focused on taking care of Xiu Ning, who was still in her postpartum period.
The Empress Dowager of Shou Kang Palace was furious about this.
After all, some people were openly mocking and even implicating the Mongol faction. The Empress Dowager was no longer involved in affairs, but that didn't mean her temper had improved.
Moreover, the Empress Dowager already had a hunch that Ider was likely to be a reliable source of connections for Mongolia's future, so she certainly couldn't stand idly by.
Someone intervened to curb the corrupt practices in the harem, and the superficial clamor subsided.
Idel had a lively full moon celebration and was naturally raised by Xiuning.
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Qixiang Palace Side Hall Bath Room
Amidst the rising steam, Xiuning stripped naked and submerged herself completely in the bathtub.
The warm water made Xiu Ning close her eyes comfortably. She raised her head slightly, revealing her beautiful, fair jawline. "Have all the gifts received for the full moon banquet been registered?"
Chunyu carefully added water to the bathtub, holding a tool for scooping water in her hand. "It's all been recorded. As for the fabrics that the Emperor and the Empress Dowager bestowed, which are of good use, Granny Sun has also handed them over to the embroiderers in a timely manner."
Children have delicate skin and are not as strong as adults, so their underwear is made by embroiderers in their own palace.
Given Xiu Ning's current rank, she shouldn't have any embroiderers available, but the Empress Dowager, being considerate, specially sent two to help out. Currently, Yi De'er's clothes are all being made by these two people.
"Yes, although the embroiderer was sent by the Empress Dowager, we still need to do some investigation."
Furthermore, I heard there's been some commotion next door. We should send more people to investigate. We're neighbors; if something really happens at Yongshou Palace, it won't benefit us.
Xiuning casually splashed some warm water over her body and then let the spring rain sprinkle some of the flower petals she had saved earlier.
After taking a fragrant hot bath, Xiu Ning felt completely relaxed and changed into her pajamas before returning to her room.
Unexpectedly, Xiu Ning bumped into Emperor Kangxi, who was sitting on the couch reading a book. She was initially surprised but then delighted, and immediately threw herself onto Kangxi and refused to get down.
"Your Majesty~"
The sickeningly sweet tone that came from Xiu Ning's mouth also made Kangxi subconsciously hug Xiu Ning tighter.
Looking down at Xiu Ning's beautiful face, Kangxi couldn't help but swallow twice. "You're all grown up now, be more mature."
The words sounded stern, but Kangxi's eyes were smiling and his brows were relaxed, so it was clear that he was joking.
Xiuning immediately smiled broadly, "Because I believe Your Majesty can catch me."
Kangxi felt as if his heart was being baked by the heat, and he tightened his arms, his ordinary clothes covering the bulging veins under his skin.
Xiu Ning suddenly felt dizzy and realized she had been moved to a different position, now half-sitting on Kangxi's lap with her arms wrapped around his neck.
Cheeks close, breaths mingling, the atmosphere suddenly becomes ambiguous.
"Your Majesty,
Before she could finish speaking, Xiu Ning felt something soft on her lips, and at the same time, her eyes looked into the vortex of desire.
The candlelight flickered, casting dappled shadows through the window.
Her clothes had vanished, and she was forced to lie flat instead of sitting up.
As Xiuning watched the approaching figure, her face flushed as if she had applied a beautiful layer of rouge.
"Your Excellency, the side hall next door is ready. Please move there and rest."
Xuan Ying approached Liang Jiugong, who was on guard duty at the entrance, with a smile on her face, speaking respectfully and ingratiatingly.
Upon hearing this, Liang Jiugong turned his head and glanced at the room behind him where frequent noises were coming from. "Master will probably be gone for a while. Don't forget to have the kitchen warm up the hot water."
"Don't worry, Father-in-law, I understand," Xuan Ying bowed and watched Liang Jiugong leave.
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