As late autumn approached, Yinzhi's first son was born at midday when the sun was at its zenith.
This was Kangxi's fourth grandson, and more precisely, his first legitimate grandson.
When Consort Hui, who was reciting scriptures in the Buddhist hall, heard the news, she remained expressionless, but the prayer beads in her hand spun rapidly.
"Damn it!" Consort Hui cursed through gritted teeth, then regained her composure.
Anyway, the position of the eldest grandson of the emperor is long gone, so let that unfilial son have a son whenever he wants.
The First Lady was checking the accounts in the mansion when, perhaps because she had been nagged too much, she suddenly sneezed.
The First Lady, who was in charge of the household and lived a comfortable life, hadn't been sick or even sneezed in a long time.
The sudden appearance startled the maidservant, who hurriedly ordered someone to prepare ginger soup.
Regardless, the birth of Yinzhi's eldest son is a joyous occasion.
This is especially true for Dong E Hailan.
The conflict between her and Consort Rong, who were mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, eased considerably after the birth of this chubby baby boy.
Good things often come in pairs. When Yinzhi held a full-month celebration for his eldest son, Ulanara Fanghui was diagnosed with pregnancy at the banquet.
While Yinzhen was drinking with his brothers in the front courtyard, he received the news. He was so stunned that he couldn't even hold his wine cup properly and dropped it on the table, splashing a wet patch on his chest.
"Second Brother, my wife is pregnant! I'm going to be a father!" Yinzhen said to Yinreng with a silly grin.
Yinreng patted his shoulder with satisfaction: "It's not like it's your first time being a father, look how excited you are."
“That’s different,” Yinzhen argued.
How could the Fujin (principal wife) be the same as those concubines? The Fujin was someone who understood him on a spiritual level.
Although he couldn't do what his second brother did, only wanting his second sister-in-law.
However, he showed no lack of respect and care for his wife.
"I know. But today is my third brother's big day, so you should be a little more reserved. When we get back, we'll have the imperial physician give you a proper talk," Yinreng joked.
Yinzhi has been focusing on compiling books in recent years, and he's gotten a little silly from it.
He blushed and waved his hands awkwardly, saying, "It's alright, it's alright. It's a joyous occasion that my fourth brother's wife is pregnant. I understand how you feel."
The commotion in the prince's quarters could not be kept from Emperor Kangxi.
A short while later, Liang Jiugong arrived with Emperor Kangxi's gifts and the name "Hongqing" bestowed upon Yinzhi's eldest son.
With Emperor Kangxi's gifts, the princes' quarters became even more lively.
As Hongqing's grandmother, Consort Rong naturally had to come and entertain the guests.
She stared at the rewards behind Ulanara Fanghui, then glanced at her daughter-in-law who was always going against her, and suddenly realized something.
"Third son's wife, come here." Consort Rong quietly beckoned to Dong E Hailan.
Dong E Hailan was clueless. Would her mother-in-law be so foolish as to cause trouble at her own grandson's one-month celebration?
Dong'e Hailan nervously moved to Consort Rong's side: "Mother, is there anything your daughter-in-law has done that is inappropriate?"
"From now on, you should take the third prince and visit Yuqing Palace more often to get closer to him," Consort Rong suddenly said out of the blue.
Dong'e Hailan never expected Consort Rong to say this: "Your daughter-in-law and Consort Tong have been seeing each other quite often these past few years."
Consort Rong looked at her as if she were a fool: "What do you know? Look at the Fourth Prince and his wife, they treat the Crown Prince like their own brother, asking him about everything and following his lead. The Emperor always remembers to reward them. You married into the palace much earlier, so why didn't you get along well with Yuqing Palace?"
Dong E Hailan pursed her lips, holding back her words.
She was afraid that if she opened her mouth, she would curse Consort Rong severely.
If it weren't for her thick skin, which has warmed the heart of her second sister-in-law over the years, the foolish things she and Yinzhi did would have long since made the Crown Prince too disgusted to even glance at them.
Consort Rong waited for a long time but didn't receive a reply from Dong'e Hailan. When she turned her head, she saw that Dong'e Hailan's expression was distorted.
Knowing that family members know their own affairs, Consort Rong chuckled guiltily, "I am getting old, and I will no longer concern myself with the affairs of you young people."
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