Tong Fujin's entry into the palace was undoubtedly to see Tong Wanyan.
After not seeing my daughter for over a decade, I finally got to know her and bring her home. I wish I could spend every day and night with her and see her as much as possible.
Both Yinreng and Kangxi understood this motherly love, and the Consort Gui and the Crown Princess, who were in charge of the Phoenix Seal in the harem, had no objections. Therefore, Consort Tong entered the palace very frequently, and no one gossiped about it. Even if someone did speak up, no one paid any attention to her.
Despite meeting every few days, Tong Wanyan never actually saw Fahai's wife.
Fahai's wife was chosen by Fahai himself. She was the daughter of Fahai's teacher. Although her family background was not as good as that of Orondai and Kuadai's wives, her character was no less admirable.
Even under the circumstances of the Duke of Tong's mansion before, she was able to manage Fahai's life properly, not letting him be distracted by trivial matters in the backyard. She can be called a rare virtuous wife.
When Tong Wanyan saw Fahai's wife, she first secretly glanced at Tong Fujin's expression.
Seeing that Tong Fujin did not dislike this concubine's daughter-in-law, she finally smiled kindly with relief.
Some people are very attracted to each other at first sight, and Fahai's wife was very attracted to Tong Wanyan.
Seeing Fahai's wife's tightly clenched hands, revealing her nervousness, Tong Wanyan softened her voice considerately and said, "I'm so glad to finally meet you, Second Sister-in-law. Second Brother is a newly appointed scholar praised by Father Emperor, with outstanding literary talent. You seem to be both talented and gentle, a perfect match for me. I received a jade pendant the other day, carved with orchids. Unfortunately, I didn't know who to give it to, and it's been sitting in a box unappreciated. I only learned today, Second Sister-in-law, that this jade pendant was prepared for you in advance."
Consort Fahai walked from the palace gate, her heart filled with unease.
At that moment, she suddenly felt a strange sense of peace.
Consort Tong is such a good person!
Consort Fahai's eyes crinkled into crescents, and her clenched hands relaxed as she crossed them on her lap: "This servant thanks Consort Fahai for his praise. A few years ago, when Consort Fahai was still a young lady in her boudoir, she was the most talented among the noble ladies of the capital. Although this servant is a few years older than you, compared to you, the little I have read is nothing."
This is the truth. Obviously, Consort Tong also remembered Tong Wanyan's good reputation before she was married. Her expression was loving and proud.
At that time, Tong Wanyan was a legitimate daughter of the Tong family, and countless eligible bachelors wanted to marry her. If it weren't for the unexpected twists and turns that followed, Tong Wanyan's life would have been an enviable, open, and peaceful one.
Once Tong Wanyan and her second daughter-in-law were chatting, Tong Fujin pretended to be jealous and said, "I've never seen you praise the eldest and third sons' families like this before, but you seem to get along well with the second son's family."
Tong Wanyan smiled sweetly, took Tong Fujin's hand, and leaned affectionately on her shoulder, as if she were still a child.
“My eldest sister-in-law is steady and good at managing the household, and my third sister-in-law is kind-hearted and sweet-talking. I’ve always envied them. Mother has chosen better and better wives for my brothers than the last. But your daughter is lazy, which has caused the Crown Prince to suffer.” Tong Wanyan spoke to Tong Fujin in a soft and extremely affectionate voice.
Consort Tong was overjoyed: "You're being modest again. The old consorts of the imperial clan and several princesses all praise you to Mother in different ways. In Mother's eyes, my Yuanbao is the best."
"Of course. I'm my mother's sweet little darling," Tong Wanyan said coquettishly.
Fahai's wife sat quietly to the side, saying little.
When Tong Wanyan spoke to Tong Fujin, she would occasionally mention her in conversation.
Just before leaving the palace, Fahai's wife solemnly thanked Tong Wanyan.
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