When Yinreng gets silly, he can be really a bit foolish at times.
Tong Wanyan couldn't understand how the Crown Prince, who was once as bright as the moon in the sky, could now act so down-to-earth and foolish.
It must really be true love!
Yinreng was unaware that Tong Wanyan was enjoying his flattery and was secretly criticizing him.
However, even if they knew, it seems they wouldn't have any other reaction.
"My darling, I am different from your father. Don't be like Consort Gui and Consort Yi." Yinreng said worriedly, concerned that Consort Gui and Consort Yi would corrupt Tong Wanyan.
Consort Gui and Consort Yi are now content with having sons. When Kangxi comes, they only exchange a few perfunctory words; when he doesn't come, they are not anxious at all. Kangxi, on the contrary, thinks they are magnanimous, much better than the jealous young concubines.
“It’s fine if you’re not the Emperor. But now that you mention it, I feel like I’ve forgotten something.” Tong Wanyan smiled gently, and Yinreng’s mouth went dry.
"Father Emperor has no intention of adding anyone to Yuqing Palace. The ladies selected in the imperial concubine selection are all for my other brothers." Yinreng's survival instinct was exceptionally strong.
Tong Wanyan shook her head: "Father's word is law. He said two years ago that he wouldn't cause us any trouble, and he certainly won't go back on his word. I heard that Master has abandoned Father?"
Yinreng's face was ashen: "Did Liang Jiugong come here secretly?"
“What does Master say?” Tong Wanyan said.
Yinreng curled his lip: "Father Emperor secretly complained about me, really..."
That's incredibly disrespectful to elders!
There was no need to say everything; both Tong Wanyan and Yinreng understood.
The two looked into each other's eyes and couldn't help but burst into laughter.
The imperial majesty that Kangxi displayed in front of them had become pitifully diminished over time.
“I’ve come to terms with it. Before, I was all alone. Apart from my father, mother, and the Empress Dowager, everything else in this palace was cold and indifferent. Even my only family members didn’t belong to me alone. I have to fight for everything and hold onto everything in my own hands to keep my position as heir apparent secure,” Yinreng said softly.
Tong Wanyan held his hand with heartache, understanding his situation at the time.
Being a member of the royal family is no easy task, especially being the crown prince. In that position, a single misstep can lead to utter ruin. There's no turning back; you can only advance.
If one is a prince, whether he is a powerful prince, a wise prince, or a leisurely prince, as long as he does not force the emperor to abdicate, he is destined to enjoy a lifetime of wealth and honor.
However, if the crown prince cannot become emperor, the next emperor will certainly not tolerate him.
Yinreng was the crown prince from birth, and he was more proud than any other prince.
After the Qing Dynasty entered the Central Plains, it became the supreme power of the emperor.
Why did Yinqi and Yinreng not get along? Why did Yinzhi have ulterior motives in vying for the position of crown prince? It wasn't just about vying for Kangxi's fatherly love; they were more driven by resentment.
Why should they, as sons of Emperor Kangxi and brothers of the same father, have to bow to Yinreng? Just because he was the eldest son of the Empress Dowager, does that mean they are destined to be his servants for life?
"Father, you are in your prime, and the court is full of talented people. The Qing Dynasty is prosperous and peaceful, and the country is strong. It would be good for you to spend more time with the children. Fourth and fifth brothers have a very good reputation in the court, and in a few years, eighth, ninth, and tenth brothers will also enter the court. At that time, Father will surely be more relaxed. The sons you have raised are all outstanding!" Tong Wanyan said sincerely.
Yinreng nodded in complete agreement, saying, "Absolutely, absolutely. Your Majesty has done an excellent job raising your sons. I must also teach Hongzhao, Tana, and Hongsheng well so that they will not be inferior to my brothers in the future. Has the Crown Princess been assigning Hongsheng any more homework lately? I feel that Hongsheng is starting to treat her like his father."
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