Yes, Wuya Chenglin isn't a child. Why would she go to the Hundred Beasts Garden for no reason?
Tong Jia Rongyue's words smoothly dragged Wu Ya Chenglin into the conversation, especially since Wu Ya Chenglin had fainted due to her miscarriage, and the only person who could speak on her behalf was her personal maid, Jing Ci.
In an instant, countless eyes were focused on Jing Ci, making him break out in a cold sweat.
It must be said that Jing Ci was somewhat nervous in the face of this situation.
She pursed her lips and lowered her head slightly to explain why she and her master were in the Hundred Beasts Garden.
"Fifth Prince?" Yinzhen?
Jing Ci nodded, "The young prince likes puppies. Our master is thinking that it will be inconvenient for him to take care of his pregnancy after returning to the palace, so we're taking advantage of this opportunity to bring one back for the young prince to be his pet."
Unexpectedly, she ran into Prince Yinyu, which led to today's troubles.
"Your Majesty, please see the truth! Our master is truly innocent!"
Anyone would cry and plead, so Jing Ci knelt on the ground, begging for mercy for his master.
After listening to Tong Jia Rongyue and Jing Ci's words, Emperor Kangxi remained silent for a long time.
It's clear that Kangxi was still conflicted. He had lost one child, and it was related to another. Both children were his flesh and blood, and no matter how he handled it, he would feel distressed.
"Your Highness, in this matter, do you truly believe that Consort Wuya is innocent?"
She ran over, heavily pregnant, and brought back a puppy for her son. Why wouldn't she believe it?
Xiuning smiled and said, "Whether it's innocent or not, I've only heard that the Fifth Prince does like puppies and always wanted to keep one by his side when he was in the palace, but due to the Empress Dowager's situation, it has never been allowed."
"Now that Consort Wuya wants to take one back with her, has the Empress Dowager agreed?"
Yinzhen lived with the Empress Dowager, and if he wanted to continue this charade, the Empress Dowager had to give him permission.
Tsk, would the Empress Dowager really cooperate with Yinzhen and Wuya Chenglin?
Xiu Ning's words surprised Consort Yi, but then she thought of Yinzhen, who was raised by the Empress Dowager, and thought, "I guess he will agree, after all, there is also the Fifth Prince."
Consort Yi's words were quite meaningful; Wuya Chenglin was planning to drag her own son into the mess.
If the Empress Dowager disagrees, then the reputations of two people will be ruined. Tsk tsk, Wuya Chenglin is ruthless enough.
Although no one else overheard the brief conversation between Xiu Ning and Consort Yi, anyone with a modicum of common sense would make the connection.
At this moment, Jing Ci suddenly mentioned the Empress Dowager and Yinzhen, clearly setting a trap for Tong Jia Rongyue to see if she would jump in.
If you don't jump, there's basically no chance of turning the tide; if you do jump, you'll most likely end up buried alive.
Tong Jia Rongyue harbored resentment in her heart, adding even the Empress Dowager and Yinzhen, who were not present, to her list of people she disliked.
"Alright, Consort, you should restrain yourself a bit," Kangxi finally spoke, first hinting to Tong Jia Rongyue to stop making trouble, then waving his hand and directly instructing Liang Jiugong to go to the Hundred Animal Garden to fetch a puppy and deliver it to the Empress Dowager.
"Since Yinzhen likes it, then send one over. Don't let Consort Wuya worry about it."
After speaking, Liang Jiugong responded with a "Yes," and turned to leave with his men.
However, this scene takes on different meanings in the eyes of different people.
Consort Yi and Xiu Ning's expressions turned serious, and Jing Ci immediately lowered his head even further. Tong Jia Rong Yue was somewhat happy, but since the situation was not right, she could only try her best to restrain herself.
As for the others, they each had their own expressions, and there was a wide variety of reactions.
Because Wuya Chenglin was still lying in bed unconscious, Kangxi didn't say anything at this time.
After exchanging a few words of concern for Yinyu, who had been sent back, Kangxi instructed the imperial physician to take good care of Wuya Chenglin before leaving with his men.
As soon as Emperor Kangxi left, the atmosphere in the entire hall changed again.
Tong Jia Rongyue, who was originally pitiful, suddenly became arrogant.
"Take good care of your mistress. When she wakes up, be sure to tell her what happened earlier, so that Consort Wuya won't have to worry about whether the Fifth Prince has any pets while she's lying in bed."
After making a sarcastic remark, Tong Jiarongyue took Qianli's hand and turned to leave.
As Emperor Kangxi and Tongjia Rongyue left, the atmosphere in the main hall gradually became peaceful.
Those with a keen eye immediately suggested leaving. Everyone had heard a lot of information today; those who were interested could go back and analyze it carefully to see if they could gain some benefits for themselves.
Xiuning also went out with the crowd, but instead of returning to her residence, she turned a corner and went to the Empress Dowager's place.
Mainly, she was just too curious. Kangxi used a dog to trick the Empress Dowager, and she really wanted to know if the Empress Dowager had changed her attitude.
Unfortunately, Xiuning did not see the Empress Dowager when she arrived, because the Empress Dowager had gone to the Grand Empress Dowager's place.
"It's really unfortunate. I was planning to come and visit the Empress Dowager, but since that's the case, I'll have to wait until I have time later."
"This servant is delivering this to the Imperial Concubine."
"Go back quickly, it's just a few steps away, I'll be going now."
"..."
The moment she turned around, Xiuning wiped the smile off her face.
The Empress Dowager was not there. Did she happen to go to the Grand Empress Dowager's place by chance, or did she run to ask for help because of a difficult problem?
Oh dear, I hope something bad happens at the imperial palace during these two days before we return to the capital.
Xiu Ning touched her chin, looking thoughtful.
Elsewhere, the Empress Dowager, who had been turned away by Xiuning after going to the Grand Empress Dowager's residence, was furious.
The Empress Dowager's visit today was no coincidence; she was completely angered by Wuya Chenglin.
They actually used her and Yinzhen as an excuse, and she couldn't refute it because of Yinzhen.
The Empress Dowager had never suffered such a loss before, so she went directly to the Grand Empress Dowager for comfort (and a solution).
The Empress Dowager was also helpless. She had never thought that the Empress Dowager should raise Yinzhen. Although Wuya Chenglin was not of high rank, she was very cunning. Wuya Chenglin was involved in the matter of Consort An. In the end, Consort An and Consort Duan suffered together, but Wuya Chenglin was able to get away unscathed, which was simply unscientific.
Now look what's happened; they've suffered a loss in silence at the hands of Wuya Chenglin.
"Hmph! Who told you to raise Yinzhen? If you don't want Yinzhen to bear a bad reputation in the future, you will be constantly controlled by Wuya."
Wuya Chenglin has grasped the Empress Dowager's weakness. As long as Yinzhen is still alive, it can be said that the Empress Dowager can only give and take from Wuya Chenglin.
"Great-aunt, what should we do?"
She didn't want to live such a stifling life. She suffered when the late emperor was alive, and there was no reason for her to continue suffering after the late emperor's death.
"The solution is simple: change the child to raise. The harem isn't just about Yinzhen."
Moreover, she never liked Yinzhen's background. If Kangxi hadn't acted first, the Empress Dowager would have chosen the child of Consort Jing and Consort Yi.
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