Chapter 193 Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace: Bai Ruiji 20
It depends on the Emperor's decision, but the latter is more likely. Among the concubines, she is more likely to become an Imperial Noble Consort.
Her favor with the emperor has always been enduring, not to mention that she has three sons and one daughter, and she already enjoys the privileges of an Imperial Noble Consort.
Bai Ruiji turned to look at Consort Wei, "And have you forgotten that Consort Xian is frail and spends at least four months a year recuperating in Yanxi Palace?"
"That's right." With this reassurance, Wei Changzai immediately relaxed.
They only thought about the rumors that the Emperor had chosen Consort Xian as his consort during his princely days, forgetting about Consort Xian's health.
Half a month later, Bai Ruiji received the imperial decree that she was promoted to Imperial Noble Consort. Although it was expected, she was quite happy and was one step closer to her goal.
The Emperor also promoted several lower-ranking concubines. Consort Wan was promoted to Noble Lady Wan, Consort Wei was promoted to Noble Lady Ling, and Consort Xiu was promoted to Consort Xiu.
Two palace maids in the surrounding rooms of the Hall of Mental Cultivation were also promoted: Fang was promoted to the rank of Consort Kui, and Qian was promoted to the rank of Consort Ping.
Xiu Changzai was originally a palace maid in the Yangxin Hall. In the second year of Qianlong's reign, she was promoted to Xiu Daying and granted residence in Zhongcui Palace.
Kui and He Ping were arranged by Bai Ruiji to move into Chuxiu Palace.
The investiture ceremony was held at Bai Ruiji's Yongshou Palace, since there was no longer an empress in the harem.
She was an Imperial Noble Consort, practically a deputy empress, and also managed the affairs of the six palaces. Consort Chun was granted the right to assist in managing the six palaces.
Seeing the Emperor stride into the main hall, Bai Ruiji curtsied and said, "Your Majesty, may Your Majesty be well."
"Get up." The Emperor helped Bai Ruiji up and sat her on the couch.
"Is Your Majesty troubled by the Khorchin tribe's request to marry a princess?" Bai Ruiji asked softly, seeing the Emperor's worried expression.
"Yes," the Emperor sighed. "The only eligible princesses are Hengti and Hejing. Hejing is still in mourning, so she cannot be married off. That leaves only Hengti."
"Your Majesty has already made your choice, so why are you still so distressed?" Bai Ruiji leaned against the table, looking at the Emperor.
"It's just that I feel a little reluctant. Hengchu has already been married off to the Dzungar tribe, and the Empress Dowager's other daughter is also going to be married off to the Khorchin tribe. It's inevitable that I feel a little sorry for the Empress Dowager."
The emperor smiled helplessly. Being the emperor was not omnipotent; on the contrary, he was subject to constraints at every turn.
He didn't have a deep relationship with Hengti, but he had a very good relationship with Hengchu. Unfortunately, she was married off to the Dzungar Khanate by the Emperor, and now her younger sister is also going to the Khorchin.
For a moment, he actually thought it was a good thing that Hejing was in mourning, otherwise it would have been Hejing who went to marry into the state this time.
"His Majesty had no choice, and I'm sure the Empress Dowager will understand," Bai Ruiji said softly, trying to comfort him.
"Where are Yongjue and Yongjin?" The Emperor was puzzled as he did not see the two children coming to find him.
“They went to find Yongxi and Jingying, and they won’t be back for a while.”
Bai Ruiji smiled. The two four-year-old boys were very lively and couldn't sit still.
Bai Ruiji felt much more at ease when they went to find her older brother and sister, saving her from getting upset and angry.
"Speaking of Yongxi, the teachers in the Imperial Study have specifically praised him. He can learn articles very quickly, and he is also very good at riding horses and shooting arrows. He is the most intelligent student they have ever taught. He is indeed worthy of being my son."
When Yongxi was mentioned, the emperor was no longer sad; his tone was filled with pride and arrogance.
"I am not very skilled in civil and military affairs, I suppose I took after Your Majesty." Bai Ruiji smiled sweetly, looking at the Emperor with admiration.
"I think so too." The Emperor accepted Bai Ruiji's praise without any hesitation.
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