Today, when I went out, someone from the Hall of Mental Cultivation came to deliver a message: the Emperor summoned Chen Yuwei to accompany him.
Although he was said to be accompanying the emperor, Hongli would not actually allow Chen Yuwei to participate in matters of state.
After all, there were precedents in the early Qing Dynasty where women's involvement in politics was bad for the reputation of both parties.
Chen Yuwei was also very self-aware. Every time she went to the Hall of Mental Cultivation, she would go there to eat, drink, and have fun, never making things difficult for Hongli.
So the reasons why Hongli asked Chen Yuwei to come over were nothing more than a few.
After pondering the cause and effect and doing some quick calculations, Chen Yuwei felt that the most important thing was still the education of her children.
Yonghong and Yongkun have been living in the Prince's Residence for a month now. As their father who has been teaching his sons and has been in contact with them daily, Hongli should at least give her a definite answer on how well they have adapted.
"Sure? Hahahaha, Wei'er, you don't need to worry too much. With my instructions, I will definitely not let Hu'er and the others suffer in the study."
Inside the Hall of Mental Cultivation, Hongli listened to Chen Yuwei's hesitant speech and felt that she was being too cautious. His sons hadn't really made any mistakes; rather, it was fortunate that he still had a few younger ones in his study, which brought him some joy amidst his busy political affairs.
Sure enough, his younger sons were still the ones he liked the most, even though they had grown up and become sensible.
No wonder the Emperor favored his youngest son in his early years; there must have been a reason.
Hongli muttered something to himself, then patted Chen Yuwei on the shoulder to comfort her.
Seeing this, Chen Yuwei raised her eyes and smiled, "Is Your Majesty deceiving me?"
The three of them were restless in Yikun Palace; now that they're in the Prince's Residence, they're truly free to roam as birds in the sky. Even the Prince's Residence probably can't contain them.
Hongli nodded in agreement, "Wei'er understands Hu'er and the others very well."
However, the study was different from other places; with the tutor watching over them daily, Hu'er and the others didn't dare to go too far while playing.
Yonghu's children also treated people differently depending on who they were dealing with. Although the study was boring, Hongli was in charge, so they could persevere no matter how tedious it was.
Moreover, the study and the cloth room were not far apart. After finishing their studies, Yonghu and the others would go to the cloth room to practice, where they could vent their frustrations. They were even fatter than Yikun Palace.
Hongli and Chen Yuwei talked a little more about the situation of Yonghu and the other two in the study.
Especially Yonghong and Yongkun, the two sons, although young, were more talented than Yubuku. As for reading and writing, the emperor's sons would not be blind fools, just as Hongli expected.
Yes, Hongli had previously conducted a preliminary assessment of Yonghu's three children (specifically those born to Chen Yuwei), and they were found to be in a balanced relationship in terms of both academic and martial arts skills.
Yonghu is the most eloquent of the three, but his martial arts skills are not so good.
Yong-hong and Yong-kun are the opposite of Yong-hu, but compared to Yong-huang and Yong-lian, at least their limp is not obvious, and they are healthy and lively.
The reason Hongli summoned Chen Yuwei this time was indeed related to the children.
But the child wasn't the main concern; Hongli missed Chen Yuwei more.
That's right. It had nothing to do with any important national affairs. It was simply that Hongli himself was itching to have some, and there weren't many people in the palace who could satisfy him. So, taking advantage of the arrival of the new concubines, he quickly summoned them to satisfy his craving.
Don't think that favoring new concubines is any good. In Hongli's view, he prefers experienced old women like Chen Yuwei, who understand him and are compatible with him, providing a great experience.
However, these are things that are not convenient to say in public.
Hongli took Chen Yuwei to the inner room, where the two first had dinner and then chatted about the people who had entered the palace.
Most of the time, it was Hongli who was talking, and Chen Yuwei was listening in as an audience member.
Generally, I don't speak, and when I do, it's only to echo and agree with the other person's point of view, emphasizing participation without trying to overshadow the other person. I always keep the message of companionship in mind from beginning to end.
At times like these, Hongli appreciated Chen Yuwei's understanding and tact.
Does he care about any constructive advice he receives from others? Absolutely not.
"It's still Wei'er. The current state of affairs in the harem is not what I desire."
Holding Chen Yuwei's wrist, Hongli pitifully said things that even he himself didn't believe, disgusting others while simultaneously deceiving himself.
Chen Yuwei thought to herself, wondering if saying this would really make Hongli feel better. She was tired of hearing self-deceptive words, and they were of no use whatsoever.
The two of them are acting, and everyone knows it's fake, but they have to get along like this, which is exhausting.
Let's not dwell on the earlier scenes; the only thing that both of them were somewhat satisfied with was the formal seating arrangement later on.
It didn't really stop all night.
Inside, there was a huge commotion, with people talking back and forth. Outside, Wu Shulai and Xia He yawned repeatedly, testing each other.
As their masters' personal servants, the two of them naturally couldn't arrange for others to keep watch over them at night for such private matters; they could only take turns covering for each other and get through it.
As dawn broke, Wu Shulai and Xia He were still marveling at how high their masters' spirits were.
Xia He took the opportunity to ask the Emperor about his mood, but Wu Shulai just waved his hand and said, "Not a single thing is pleasant. That's why we say our Empress is the most capable. If it were anyone else, the Emperor would be feeling frustrated and angry."
Xia He: ...I didn't realize the Emperor had this kind of personality.
"Father-in-law, what are His Majesty's plans for the new arrivals?" Xia He asked, her words seemingly perfectly legitimate.
Wu Shulai pointed outside, "Everything is done according to the rules of the inner palace. However, the Empress is very busy recently, so the new concubine's night service will be delayed for a few days."
Generally speaking, a new concubine's night with the emperor begins three days after she enters the palace.
But this time, it will take about five or six days before I have time.
You can't have your son seriously ill while your own father is still sleeping with a new bride.
As for Chen Yuwei coming to serve him in bed, Wu Shulai automatically ignored it.
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