They were very satisfied with the food, knowing they had made the right choice coming to Consort Ming's place. The food at Mingxiu's place was delicious and varied, and since Mingxiu usually woke up late, their timing was perfect. Mingxiu was completely unaware of their ulterior motives and warmly invited them to eat. Even if she knew, it wouldn't matter; Kangxi certainly knew there would be food here, and he also knew that Yinreng and the others knew there was no food and had come back to her for a meal.
After dinner, Yinreng and the others were to continue attending banquets. Yesterday's main event was the evening banquet, and today there were also banquets and various competitions, including horse racing, wrestling, and various cultural performances. Mingxiu was also very interested, so after dinner, she took her people over.
Today, Mingxiu and the others didn't need to sit on the side. It was mainly about Kangxi and the princes. Mingxiu became more and more excited watching the passionate wrestling match. She stood in an inconspicuous place with Luzhu and Yulan, watching happily.
Those who went up on this occasion were all members of the Eight Banners of the Qing Dynasty, as well as Mongolian men. As Mingxiu watched, she even saw Yinzhi go up and try it out as well.
The young boy, looking at the tiny figure and then at the huge mass opposite him, couldn't help but worry for Yinzhi.
Mingxiu wasn't worried, but he was a little dumbfounded. He was the son of the Qing Emperor, and people were watching over him. Who would dare to harm his son?
What was he doing up there at such a young age? Seeing him fall down after only a few moves, Mingxiu felt quite helpless.
After that came the horse races and song and dance performances. There were so many shows that it was impossible not to be amazed. Mingxiu was incredibly excited watching them.
Unexpectedly, everyone was quite capable, especially Mingxiu, who was very excited during the horse race, and even Yinreng and the others went up to watch.
Although they weren't competing, everyone was thrilled by the scene. It's said that the Manchus were originally a nomadic people, and the blood flowing in their veins is still that of horsemen.
Mingxiu was so excited that she tugged at Kangxi's sleeve that very night and snuggled into his arms, begging to ride a horse.
Emperor Kangxi had already promised to let her learn to ride horses, so this request was not difficult at all, and he readily agreed to let Mingxiu go horseback riding.
Kangxi didn't have time to teach her to ride a horse, but Lüzhu could. Lüzhu had previously been Kangxi's bodyguard, so riding a horse was a piece of cake for her. Therefore, Kangxi started having Lüzhu teach her from the second day.
Mingxiu got up in high spirits in the morning. She got up on her own without anyone having to call her, put on her riding clothes, and left with Green Bamboo.
Last night, someone delivered a horse. Mingxiu went out and excitedly looked at the horse. She didn't understand anything else, but she could tell whether it was good-looking or not.
This is a chestnut pony, not very tall, but with big eyes and a smooth coat, it's clear that it's a well-cared-for horse.
Mingxiu fell in love with the horse at first sight and gently stroked its mane with affection.
"Your Majesty, the people who brought this horse said that its mother died in childbirth when it was born, so they didn't name it. They were thinking of naming it when it was older. Now that the horse is ours, Your Majesty, why don't you think of a name for it?" Green Bamboo said softly.
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Naming
Mingxiu was a little embarrassed. Everyone knows who else is better at naming things. She was terrible at it. Ta Xue, Xiao Bai, or something else? Mingxiu didn't want to name it at first, but looking at the horse's obedient appearance, she softened a little: "How about calling it Hongzao?" Mingxiu said hesitantly. Anyway, it was a chestnut-colored horse, so Hongzao would be just right.
Thinking this way, Mingxiu felt more confident and decided to name it Red Date.
Green Bamboo naturally had no objections. Mingxiu stroked the horse's head and said, "Good boy, from now on you'll be called Red Date." Red Date rubbed its head against Mingxiu's hand, looking very satisfied with the name.
Mingxiu was happy that people liked the name she had chosen, so she happily picked up the apple in her hand and fed it to Hongzao. After chatting with Hongzao for a while, she asked Lvzhu to teach her how to ride a horse.
Although Mingxiu had never ridden a horse in her previous life, she had read a lot about horseback riding in that era of information explosion. She knew that the reins should not be pulled too tight. With the master Green Bamboo by her side, Mingxiu was soon able to sit on the horse and sway gently.
The sky is vast and the fields are boundless. The wind blows the grass low, revealing cattle and sheep. Mingxiu sits on the horse, feeling the wind blowing, and feels incredibly happy.
Mingxiu was super happy. Although she didn't dare to ride fast, she felt it was already pretty good. She rode happily for a while and then had Green Bamboo help her down.
Today is her first day riding a horse. If she rides for too long, her inner thighs and buttocks will hurt.
In the following days, Mingxiu happily went horseback riding. Yinreng and Kangxi were too busy. Fortunately, Kangxi would come back to Mingxiu's tent to sleep at night. Even if he didn't come back, he would let them know in advance.
By then, Yinreng and Mingxiu really couldn't find anyone. Every day, just as Mingxiu learned that they were here and went to look for them, they would run over there.
They were having so much fun that Mingxiu decided not to look for them anymore. Anyway, nothing would happen, and if they needed anything, they could just come to her.
Mingxiu happily rode horses on the grassland and got up close to the cattle and sheep, but she didn't pay attention to Yinreng and the others for a few days.
Then, when Mingxiu finally heard the news, she heard that the children had gotten into trouble.
Mingxiu fell silent, looking at the row of dark, dirty children in front of her. Mingxiu really didn't want to admit that these were her own children.
Is it really impossible to lose it?
Just as Mingxiu was about to say something, she saw Yinreng grinning at her with his big teeth.
Mingxiu blinked, her eyes stinging slightly. This child used to be so cute when she made these expressions, but now she couldn't see any cuteness at all; all she could see was her white teeth.
It seems he never slacks off when brushing his teeth.
Mingxiu was in pain when she heard Yinreng say, "Mother Consort Ming, my brothers and I have made a lot of milk powder. We can take it back for our little sister Chenghuan to drink."
Hmm? Milk powder
Mingxiu looked at the group of black children in front of her with some surprise. It was these black children who made it themselves.
Wow, that's amazing!
Mingxiu was a little surprised, and praised the children. Then she told them to hurry back and take them to bathe, as they smelled really bad.
As for baby formula, Mingxiu has never actually given it to Chenghuan. The main reason is that too many people are watching her every day, so Mingxiu simply has no way to get the baby formula out.
At first, Mingxiu secretly gave Chenghuan some milk, but everyone would make a big fuss if Chenghuan drank even a little less while nursing, so Mingxiu stopped giving it to her later.
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