It had become commonplace for Yinreng to rob Emperor Kangxi's private treasury.
Just like how Emperor Kangxi sold his son, then turned around and wrote down what Yinreng had said for Prince Zhi to see.
A few days later, when Prince Zhi received Kangxi's letter, he was halfway through his smile when his lips twitched, and he could no longer be happy.
Why does his father, the Emperor, enjoy poking at his son's heart so much? Every blow is scathing, and he won't let him off the hook.
I've never seen such a deep father-son bond between Xiu and his other son in front of one son. Even if that's the truth, wouldn't it be better to allow him to bury his head in the sand?
Emperor Kangxi stated that he was the emperor and could act willfully, and he had no intention of accommodating others.
Fortunately, Emperor Kangxi reassured Prince Zhi, telling him that the part of the banner affairs previously managed by Prince An's mansion in the Plain Blue Banner would be handed over to the Ninth Prince in the future.
However, the Ninth Prince was too young and playful to be in charge of the flag-raising duties, so the position was given to him.
Prince Zhi didn't mind being a temporary custodian; his ambitions simply couldn't be rekindled. He was quite content with things as they were.
Emperor Kangxi was not without a backup plan. After issuing an edict to allocate part of the Plain Blue Banner's affairs to Prince Zhi, before the Mingzhu faction could get excited, Hongzhao officially appeared in the court.
The young boy, with his phoenix eyes brimming with authority, stood behind his uncles, yet his imposing presence was in no way inferior.
This is the eldest prince of Yuqing Palace, Prince Hongzhao, who, though not officially named the Crown Prince, has the power to be one.
Father and son shared the court, both possessing unparalleled elegance and standing like verdant pines.
Having spent half his childhood in the Qianqing Palace, Hongzhao accompanied Emperor Kangxi to court sessions even before he was old enough to understand the world. He recognized the key ministers standing in the court and was not intimidated at all.
After Kangxi sat on the dragon throne, everyone bowed their heads in obeisance. The rhythmic sounds of clapping their sleeves and lifting the hems of their official robes stirred the hearts of all, inspiring a yearning for supreme power.
Hongzhao bowed and paid his respects with perfect form. He could not look up at Kangxi, but Kangxi's gaze was fixed on him without missing a beat.
When Hongzhao stood up with the other ministers, Kangxi's expression made no attempt to hide his pride.
Look, this outstanding young man is his grandson, the future ruler of the Qing Dynasty.
Having received instruction from Emperor Kangxi, Hongzhao performed exceptionally well on his first day in court.
The Grand Master of the Crown Prince's Office and the ministers close to the Crown Prince were also very excited. The greatest fear in a prosperous era is the lack of an heir, and the Crown Prince and Prince Hongzhao showed them the prosperous future of the Qing Dynasty for the next three generations.
After the court session ended, before the ministers had even left the palace, Kangxi beckoned to Hongzhao: "Come back to the Qianqing Palace with me."
The word "回" is used very cleverly.
The Qianqing Palace was not only the emperor's sleeping quarters, but also a place where he often held court, thus imbuing it with an aura of power and prestige.
When Kangxi sent Hongzhao back, the implication was that the Qianqing Palace would eventually be given to Hongzhao to live in.
Hongzhao bowed to Yinreng and said goodbye. Then, he obediently followed Liang Jiugong, who had come to fetch them, towards Kangxi.
In an instant, all eyes turned to Yinreng with burning curiosity.
Yinreng had seen it all, and no one knew better than him the old man's favoritism towards his eldest grandson.
He left without looking to either side, ignoring everyone, much to the chagrin of the courtiers who had come to test him. Their hearts were itching as if they were being scratched by a cat's claws.
"Your Highness, wait for me!" The Grand Master of the Palace, relying on his service to the Crown Prince, hurriedly chased after him, lifting his robe.
Others, more easily embarrassed, glanced at Yinzhen, and upon seeing his cold expression, promptly looked away. They then looked at the members of the Tong family, whose demeanor was either fierce or menacing, and again avoided them.
Alright, alright. From now on, Prince Hongzhao will have to attend court every day. Let them observe and see.
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