“Why not? Mother, you’ve been in the palace for so many years, your thinking has really become narrow! As a princess, it’s only natural for you to participate in such activities!” These words came from the outspoken Irgen Gioro clan. Of course, they hoped that their mother-in-law would go along, so that the younger ones could also join in the fun!
"How can you be so disrespectful? Your mother is old and can't withstand such a bumpy ride," Prince An said, glancing at Hesheli and using reverse psychology.
I was just about to ask her to come over, but now I'm saying it's not suitable.
“How could that be? How could Grandmother be old? She’s not old at all!” Jingrou said.
Hesheli was initially annoyed by Prince An's words, but upon hearing Jingrou's response, her eyes crinkled with a smile.
Hmph, although she's getting on in years, her health is no worse than that of those young people!
Although he might not be as good as his own vigorous sons, he was much better than the old men in the court, or even those who were more than 10 years younger than him. He was definitely much better than the pampered ministers.
If everyone else can participate in the Mulan Autumn Hunt, why can't she?
They spend all their time in the imperial court, and aside from that, they sit in chairs handling state affairs. They don't even get as much exercise as I do!
However, Hesheli was still somewhat hesitant. Having grown accustomed to life in the capital, she had never imagined going to such a distant place, and she didn't know if she could adapt to that kind of life.
A few years ago, she followed Prince An on many campaigns, but since Prince An retired to the capital, she hasn't gone far with him.
She hadn't really thought of that, but hearing what Yiergenjueluo said probably stirred a sense of pride in her.
Back in the day, she was also a skilled horsewoman, riding with great flair. In her youth, she and Prince An were childhood sweethearts, and when they rode together, neither of them was inferior to the other.
At that time, she was praised as a heroine, but that period of time is now decades later!
When will she truly be trapped in this capital city? What has ever trapped her has never been her age or her energy, but rather this narrow-mindedness.
Why have I become so conservative?
go!
Even if she didn't want to go, she had to go with her to be with her little Zhuzhu.
How could she possibly feel at ease leaving this group of rough, old men to look after the child?
Hesheli had already prepared a very good reason for himself, so when facing several people, he readily agreed.
Hearing Hesheli say this, the people surrounding her exchanged glances and smiled at each other, finally managing to persuade the old lady.
Then they could go to the Mulan Autumn Hunt together. These three sisters-in-law were not all from military families, but because the men in their families fought on the battlefield, they knew each other well and their personalities were mostly compatible. Otherwise, they would not have been so loving for so many years.
If Hesheli had stayed in Prince An's mansion and not gone out, then her three daughters-in-law would definitely not have been able to go on the Mulan Autumn Hunt.
There's no reason to leave an elderly person alone at home. If someone catches them doing that, they'll definitely be criticized for being unfilial or something like that.
But if she goes there, then of course they can play without any worries!
Hesheli had actually noticed the amusing tension in their expressions and glances.
She's just been too busy these past few years and has gotten a bit older, so she's become too lazy to move around.
Now that he's been enlightened, hasn't he? And he agreed very readily!
How could they imagine her as a stubborn old woman? She's never been like that at all!
Hesheli thought so.
If she doesn't participate in the Mulan Autumn Hunt, wouldn't that just reinforce their thinking? How could she possibly be that kind of old-fashioned and conservative person?
Having persuaded the most difficult person, they began to happily discuss going on the autumn hunt in Mulan together.
This means that everyone has gone out in force, so there's a lot to pack, especially with Jingrou's cousins involved. If all of them go, with so many kids together, just packing will take a while!
So even before the imperial edict was issued, things were already quite lively.
Participating in the Mulan Autumn Hunt inevitably involves socializing or maintaining relationships with those Mongolian princes, but these matters all fall to Jingrou's three uncles. Prince An has long since retired and naturally no longer wants to concern himself with these things.
Since he got rid of all that trouble, his whole demeanor has changed; he's radiant every day!
He used to be secretly sympathized with by a few old friends, but being feared by the emperor was not a good thing!
But seeing him so carefree now, I'm filled with envy. He's already in his sixties or seventies. Who wouldn't want to enjoy their retirement? Instead, he has to get up every day to attend the morning court session and work so diligently.
There was another matter concerning Empress Hesheli. It was about what she saw of Empress Hesheli's family members during her last visit to the palace.
She went to see her brother about this, and if she hadn't gone to see him, she wouldn't have known that her brother had done so many dirty tricks behind her back!
"What does he want to do? Does he want to... treat them as his puppets?"
Hesheli spoke angrily to Prince An, saying that ever since that incident, she had sent people to look for her brother, but he refused to see her until recently when she was finally able to contact him!
It seems my brother knows he feels guilty, and he doesn't even want to see her. How did my brother become like this?
"Don't be angry..." Prince An said helplessly.
She's an old lady, not young anymore, why is she still so easily angered? That's bad for her health!
In the past, Prince An might have really gotten furious, but now he's become much more Zen-like and doesn't care about these things at all!
In fact, Prince An could see clearly what kind of people the Hesheli clan were. That old woman was cunning and shrewd; she was capable enough to manipulate Emperor Kangxi for so long.
Otherwise, why didn't Emperor Kangxi use him as a target to deal with?
Firstly, because he is useful, and secondly, because he does play a balancing role; we absolutely cannot do without him!
"If he does this, the Emperor will notice him sooner or later. What good will it do him in the end? He probably won't even be able to live out his old age in peace!"
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