Chapter 109 Extra Chapter: Sky Screen Cinema 15
"One tree cannot make a forest; I believe my aunt will be pleased with what I've done."
"Yixiu will only say 'Don't get involved,' do you think they'd want to acknowledge you as their niece?"
Yinqi muttered a sarcastic remark, and the others glanced at him in surprise. They quickly realized that this was typical of Ninth Prince's older brother; his sarcasm was just as sharp.
Of course, everyone just thinks these things to themselves; who would actually say them out loud?
"Well said, Fifth Brother! You're usually quiet, but when you do speak, you're quite interesting. You really are Ninth Brother's brother!"
Yinzhi patted Yinqi's shoulder forcefully to express his praise.
Yinqi was speechless, while Yintang was even more exasperated. This was truly his elder brother; if anyone else dared to praise them like this, he would have already taken action!
The reason we didn't attack the boss was entirely because we're all brothers, and it happened in public, definitely not because of the boss's fighting prowess!
Yinreng chuckled, "Brother, you're quite interesting to talk to."
Among the court officials, Songgotu and Yinreng shared the same opinion: "The First Prince is indeed quite eloquent... right, Mingzhu?"
Mingzhu closed his eyes, not angry, not angry, it's just a small matter, he's used to it, isn't he?
Mingzhu, who felt increasingly ashamed, quickly realized amidst Suo'etu's laughter that it was better to make things difficult for others than to reflect on himself.
It's all the Emperor's fault! What kind of princes has he taught? He's even brought shame upon himself, a mere minister! Doesn't the Emperor feel embarrassed?
Having such a "talkative" son was a real blow to Emperor Kangxi's pride. But what could he do? Could he really beat his child in public?
He glanced at Yinreng again. It was his beloved eldest son who was mocking the eldest son. What could he do? Could he still depose the crown prince?
There's nothing you can do; being an emperor is just that frustrating.
"Your Majesty, you've arrived—"
Seeing Ruyi leaning against the palace gate, her bright red lips raised, smiling at Hongli, those outside the canopy couldn't help but close their eyes, feeling utterly unworthy of such a sight.
Looking at the composed Hongli, everyone couldn't help but admire him. Indeed, those who can become emperors are different.
Turning his gaze to Kangxi, he chuckled, "Hmm? Your Majesty, why are your eyes closed?"
Tsk tsk tsk, no good, Your Majesty, you're not even as good as your grandson!
Kangxi simply thought, "He's the emperor, why should his eyes have to suffer like this?" So he never imagined that just by closing his eyes, his authority would be diminished.
Inside Yanxi Palace, Ruyi kept serving food and urging Hongli to drink, and Hongli, with his good temper, complied, eventually fainting at the table.
"You're faking it, aren't you?"
Even Yin didn't believe it. With Ruyi's behavior, which was like an old witch feeding poison, who wouldn't see that there was something wrong with the food? How could Hongli, an emperor, cooperate so readily?
Nobody believes he wasn't faking it.
Seeing that the eunuch who was originally by Hongli's side was easily dismissed, and that Ruyi and A'ruo successfully moved Hongli to a side hall, everyone became even more certain of their thoughts.
"It's quite remarkable that Hongli cooperated with such a crude method."
Yinzhi felt sorry for his nephew. It was bad enough that he had such a troublesome concubine, but she used such tricks as if she were playing house, expecting him, the emperor, to condescend to cooperate.
"So, what does Hongli want to do?"
Knowing of Hongli's peculiar tastes, Yinzhen still somewhat disapproved of his actions. A wise man avoids dangerous situations, especially one as emperor as Hongli.
Even if Ruyi is foolish, fools can sometimes be incredibly dangerous, and Yinzhen couldn't help but worry that Hongli would risk his life just to watch the show.
Yinzhi naturally understood Yinzhen's worries and comforted him, "Fourth brother, don't worry. Hongli is a master strategist. He can't be fooled by this little trick. He must have his own reasons."
Behind the two, Yinzhen pursed his lips unhappily. Eighth Brother was on good terms with Fourth Brother, and Fourth Brother wasn't so cold to Eighth Brother. He wondered who the real brothers were...
Ruyi and her servant A'ruo waited anxiously in the main hall. Ruyi leaned against the bedpost and kept muttering "over the wall and on the horse," which made A'ruo even more anxious.
Just then, a commotion suddenly came from the side hall. Ruyi frowned and hurriedly led A'Ruo there.
Seeing that Wang Qin was about to send away the unharmed Hailan, he subconsciously spoke up to stop him: "No..."
"Consort Xian!"
Hongli gave a cold shout, and Ruyi froze instantly.
After seeing Hailan off, Hongli questioned, "Consort Xian, are you so eager to send someone to me?"
"Your Majesty..." Ruyi tried to explain, her eyes filled with tears, "I didn't mean it. I just wanted to share Your Majesty's burdens. I was just worried that there would be no one to serve Your Majesty in the harem... I did it all for Your Majesty..."
Hongli sneered, "Consort Xian is quite magnanimous."
No outsiders entered Yanxi Palace tonight. Consort Xian has been demoted to Consort Xian for her breach of etiquette before the Emperor…”
"Your Majesty!" Ruyi looked at Hongli in disbelief, her face showing a look of utter disappointment.
Hongli rose leisurely, approached Ruyi, glanced at A'ruo who was trembling with her head down, and curled the corners of his mouth. "Since Consort Xian is so worried about me, then confer upon A'ruo the title of Consort Shen, and she shall live in this side hall of Yanxi Palace."
Ruyi was shocked, while A'ruo was both surprised and delighted. Before Ruyi could react, A'ruo immediately knelt down to express her gratitude, saying, "Your Majesty, I thank you."
"A'Ruo..." Ruyi stumbled, her face filled with the heartbreak of betrayal, as A'Ruo's movements caused her to stagger.
"Hongli's intentions weren't solely to punish Ruyi, were they?"
Regarding Hongli's cooperative behavior in this farce, Yinzhi seemed to have something to say.
He also knew that his nephew liked watching plays, but Ruyi probably didn't have that much influence, so why should he make a special appearance for her?
"The bestowal of the title upon A'Ruo... may not be solely due to Ruyi."
Looking at the ecstatic Aruo and the enigmatic Hongli in the sky, Yinzhen also began to speculate.
It wasn't just the two of them; Emperor Kangxi, Yinreng, and a host of ministers were also discussing it animatedly. Having witnessed so much of Ruyi's absurd antics didn't mean they couldn't see Hongli's great talent and ambition.
Ruyi had made fools of herself before, but this was the first time Hongli had gotten involved. Everyone knew how much of Ruyi's "genuine affection" was genuine, just as much of Hongli's cooperation was superficial.
So how can such a thing be linked to the previous dynasty? What new policies does this emperor, whose power is displayed even in the heavens, have implemented?
From Ruyi's identity and family to her reputation, and even A'Ruo's family background, everyone racked their brains to make connections, but no one believed that this was just a simple farce.
At this moment, Yinzhi, Yinzhi, and Yinti felt like real brothers and didn't think much of anything else. They all looked "satisfied" with the outcome, and even had expressions of wanting more.
Nalan Mingzhu accidentally saw it and couldn't help but sigh, doubting himself again. Was this the eldest prince he supported?
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