Even if Shi Xiuzhu behaves elegantly and gracefully, there's always a strange and awkward feeling about her being with Tong Wanyan.
That kind of affection and care that comes from the bottom of her heart is not the kind of emotion a crown princess should have.
Even if they don't secretly sabotage each other, they should at least be emotionally distant, just like the relationship between a wife and a concubine.
Tong Wanyan looked down at the sleeping Hongsheng and smiled gently: "The Crown Princess is a very nice person, broad-minded and excellent at managing a household. You two should spend more time with her and learn from her methods of managing a household. It will make things much easier when you leave the palace to establish your own residence in the future."
Dong E Hailan said with exasperation, "Second Sister-in-law, you need to be more careful. The more someone is shrouded in mystery, the more you should be wary of them. I'm firmly on your side, don't try to push me to someone else."
Ulanara Fanghui's thoughts were led astray by Dong'e Hailan: "Second sister-in-law, you are not only my sister-in-law, but also my master's aunt and cousin. I promised my master that I would protect you more."
Tong Wanyan couldn't help but laugh: "Do you two think the Crown Princess is some kind of ferocious beast? Letting you get close to her doesn't mean you're abandoning me. I still have a heart and eyes; can't I tell if someone is good or bad? But I'm very touched by your kindness towards me."
Dong E Hailan was accepted by Tong Wanyan, and she smiled happily.
Hard work pays off, and after so long, the distance between her and the concubine has finally lessened.
The foolish things I did in my youthful arrogance have finally come to an end.
Ulanara Fanghui pouted, thinking to herself that Dong'e Hailan lacked self-control. Her second sister-in-law's slight use of her beauty had already swayed her.
Dong E Hailan was given a disdainful look by Ulanara Fanghui for no reason, and then she remembered that she had almost been fooled by Tong Wanyan.
"Second Sister-in-law, it's not that I don't trust you. But you're too kind. Take Consort Li back then, for example. You helped her, and she still thought of turning around and biting you. People's hearts are fickle!" Dong'e Hailan didn't hesitate to dig up Tong Wanyan's less-than-pleasant memories in order to make Tong Wanyan wary.
Tong Wanyan wanted to defend herself, saying that she had Yinreng protecting her, and that she was really not stupid.
Li Jia's mind changed later, and she noticed it in time. At that time, she did not hold back.
However, there are some things that should not be said to outsiders.
Could she be saying that the Crown Prince has very high standards, and with such a stunning beauty like her by his side, he is completely devoted to her and can't stand anyone else, even avoiding the Crown Princess's wedding night?
If she were to actually say such a thing, within a quarter of an hour, Kangxi could send someone to reprimand her and personally escort Yinreng to the bridal chamber with the Crown Princess.
"Hongzhao and Tana are still here. I've kept everything you said in mind, so don't worry," Tong Wanyan repeatedly assured them.
Having said all that, Dong E Hailan and Ulanara Fanghui had no choice but to shut up for the time being.
Just then, Hongsheng woke up after a good sleep and smiled sweetly at Tong Wanyan.
Ulanara Fanghui exclaimed, "Hongsheng has naturally smiling eyes!"
Some people command respect without being angry, like Yinzhen.
Some people are born with a smiling face, like Hongsheng.
The Aisin Gioro family members all have phoenix eyes, and Hongsheng's eye shape is quite rare.
Tong Wanyan said, "Consort Yi said that when Ninth Brother was born, his eyes were like this too. He always had a smile on his face when he saw anyone, and he was full of joy."
Dong E Hailan said quickly, "Then it's better not to. Ninth Brother and Tenth Brother together look like enlarged versions of Hongzhao and Tana. They're both broad-shouldered and wide-waisted. Hongsheng should be like the Crown Prince and grow up to be a handsome and elegant man."
Tong Wanyan recalled that later generations called Yin Tang "the beauty with nine peach blossom eyes" and confidently said to Dong E Hailan, "Third sister-in-law, you don't understand. Girls change a lot as they grow up. Ninth brother resembles Consort Yi and his appearance is first-rate. He is only nine years old now and is still a child. In two years, when he grows taller, I guarantee that the Aisin Gioro family will have another handsome prince."
Yin Tang, who had crept over to secretly scare his sisters-in-law, unexpectedly overheard Tong Wanyan praising him and expressing his confidence. He was so moved that he wished he could repay her kindness by marrying her as her younger brother.
“My younger brother has met Second Sister-in-law, Third Sister-in-law, and Fourth Sister-in-law. Yin'e is still suffering from a cold and is staying in the front yard, too afraid to come over. I'm here to check on my nephew on his behalf.” Yin Tang deliberately made his footsteps louder as he approached.
Dong E Hailan immediately fell silent and turned to look at the person.
"So it's Ninth Brother. We were just talking about how Hongsheng's eyes are somewhat like Ninth Brother's, curved like a new moon, so sweet," Dong'e Hailan said softly.
If he hadn't heard what was said before, Yinzhen would have been fooled.
Women, their ability to change their expressions is truly terrifying.
Yin Tang was a new face in Hong Sheng's eyes. Hong Sheng, who was full of curiosity, was so excited when he saw Yin Tang that he drooled.
Yinzhen, who was warmly welcomed by his nephew, immediately took a liking to Hongsheng.
Yin Tang, whose greedy nature was already beginning to show, expressed his affection by throwing money around.
He pulled off the newly acquired jade pendant from his waist and stuffed it into Hongsheng's swaddling clothes: "It's for Hongsheng."
Having spent a long time in the palace, I developed an exceptional eye for detail.
After only a few glances, Tong Wanyan could tell how rare Yin Tang's jade pendant was.
“Hongsheng is still young, Ninth Brother, there’s no need to give him such a precious jade pendant. Anything that Ninth Brother would wear must be something he cherishes. Hongsheng doesn’t understand anything, wouldn’t that just be letting such a fine jade pendant be wasted?” Tong Wanyan said, taking out the jade pendant and handing it back to Yinzhen.
Yin Tang took two steps back and refused to take it no matter what.
“My relationship with Hongsheng is more precious than any jade pendant. It’s alright if he doesn’t understand now; he’ll understand when he grows up. Didn’t Third Sister-in-law just say that Hongsheng and I have the same eyes? That’s fate. Second Sister-in-law, if you refuse again, I’ll immediately go back and get a box of jade pendants to give to Hongzhao and Tana,” Yintang said.
Tana's eyes lit up: "Mother, refuse Ninth Uncle."
Hongzhao didn't speak, but his expression and the meaning in his eyes were exactly the same as Tana's.
If Uncle Nine, that big idiot, wants to give them something, they'll definitely accept it.
Yinzhen was dumbfounded: "Nephew, niece, you can't do this to your Ninth Uncle! We're family!"
Hongzhao explained slowly and deliberately, "It is precisely because we are uncle and nephew that we do not stand on ceremony. Our grandfather taught that family members should not speak like strangers. If Ninth Uncle sincerely wants to give this, and Mother does not accept it, then we would be letting down Ninth Uncle's kind heart as an elder who loves his nephew and niece."
Yinzhen's voice trembled with panic: "No wonder he was raised in the Emperor's arms. He's only three years old, but he speaks so eloquently. Ninth Uncle can't argue with you."
Startled by Hongzhao, Yintang bowed deeply to Tong Wanyan and the other two, saying, "Second Sister-in-law, I have presented my congratulatory gift and have also visited Hongsheng on behalf of Yin'e. Men and women should keep to their own boundaries, so I will return to the front courtyard."
He fled as if he were being chased by a hungry wolf.
Of course! Hongzhao and Tana, who were bold, daring and outspoken, were like hungry wolves eyeing his secret stash of money in his mind.
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