Not only outsiders, but even Hesheli herself couldn't quite understand her brother's actions. She knew that her brother had changed and had become increasingly obsessive in recent years.
In his youth, my brother was more concerned with achieving results than with factional struggles. Family interests were important, but compared to the future of the Qing Dynasty, they certainly wouldn't have been his top priority.
The person the older brother probably idolized for the rest of his life was their father, who once held immense power in the court and was trusted by the Shunzhi Emperor as a regent. In their hearts, their father was as majestic and awe-inspiring as a towering mountain, an insurmountable obstacle.
My brother learned all his strategies from his childhood to university from his father, who was someone who valued family interests very much. How could my brother, who was influenced by such beliefs, suddenly give up such an opportunity?
Hesheli couldn't understand—this was certainly a good thing, meaning that her brother's obsession was gradually letting go, but why did such an important change occur?
However, she hasn't had a chance to tell her brother about it yet.
Although she couldn't understand it, it didn't stop Hesheli from feeling happy.
She had met Xiao Hesheli before; she was charming and adorable, and only 16 years old. As the next generation of the family's key prospective member, her sister-in-law had also been introduced to her.
As the Empress's younger sister, she naturally grew up in the spotlight. However, due to the strict upbringing of her elders, she was not spoiled or willful at all, and was proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting from a young age.
She possessed more gentleness than ordinary Manchu women and more forthrightness than the women of traitors; she was truly a good girl.
It's only because the crown prince is still young that Hesheli truly felt that such a good girl was worthy of the crown prince.
It's not that Emperor Kangxi was bad, but he was already over 30 years old, more than 10 years older than Empress Xiaoheli. How could they possibly talk to each other with such an age gap?
Putting aside interests, the two were truly not on equal footing at all.
The young girl is perhaps at an age where she yearns for genuine love. But Emperor Kangxi, who ascended the throne at the age of eight, has grown into a mature and competent monarch. His heart is filled with the Qing Dynasty, and perhaps also with his own offspring. How much space can he leave for women?
Any woman who truly loves her daughter and wants her husband to be happily married would not consider marrying her off to royalty.
She had been separated from the Hesheli family for many years. Although she still thought about her family, she would no longer take their side of the issue. What she felt more sorry for was that young girl.
The sight of that little girl reminded Hesheli of her own daughter, Zhuzhu, many years later.
Although they are not the same age, she can already see what her Zhuzhu will look like when she grows up in Xiao Hesheli.
Moreover, Xiao Hesheli was also related to her by blood.
“This is a good thing.” Hesheli smiled, but there was still doubt in her eyes.
She actually has a good political sense, but this time she really didn't know what her brother wanted to do. Even if people change, it won't be a sudden and drastic reversal.
Could it be that he has truly repented because of what he said back then?
Even if things change, it can't happen this fast!
Hesheli couldn't figure it out, so she stopped thinking about it. She was a married woman, and although she had a good relationship with her brother, she had already tried to persuade him and give him all the advice she could. If her brother remained stubborn or did something else, there was nothing she could do.
Of course, she would be happy if her brother changed.
When the Hesheli family's daughter wanted to drop out of the palace, it was obviously after consulting with Emperor Kangxi. Otherwise, given Hesheli's background, who would have dared to eliminate her in the earlier rounds?
If it hadn't been agreed upon beforehand, Emperor Kangxi would definitely have kept such a girl in the imperial concubine selection.
But now that the talent show is over, Hesheli decided to pay attention to the young girl's marriage and see if she could find her a satisfactory match!
I just hope this young girl can have a little more freedom in her marriage and not be too restricted. It's really too difficult for girls from prestigious families.
Hesheli thought to himself.
It's a good thing they didn't enter the palace. Just like the flower-viewing banquet that's being held in the palace now, Hesheli can certainly tell that these newcomers all have the desire to show off.
They were all young girls who had just entered the palace. They were definitely eager to show off their abilities, since they all came from respectable backgrounds. How could they be content to be second to others?
They were originally not at fault, but when there were more girls, they started fighting, and it became more than just a matter of one or two.
Given such a complicated situation, it would be best for the young lady from the Hesheri family not to get involved.
The current crown prince has the blood of the Hesheli family flowing through his veins. Even if a few more girls enter the palace and give birth to more princes, what difference will it make?
Everyone understands the principle that too much of a good thing is bad.
However, not everyone can resist the temptation of such power. After all, who doesn't want to rise to a higher level? Who doesn't want more concubines to consolidate the position of the Hesheli family?
Such temptations are not easy to resist, especially when there is a shortage of high-ranking concubines in the palace, which is a perfect opportunity to fill the vacancy.
"Stop arguing... They're all old folks, it's pointless to keep fighting like this." Prince An sighed.
His relationship with Songgotu was both adversarial and friendly.
They used to be by Emperor Kangxi's side, his most important right-hand men in helping him grow into adulthood, and of course, there were also some conflicts and struggles involving interests.
They once argued fiercely in court because of their differing political views, slamming their fists on the table until their faces turned red.
However, they also united against external threats. While he led troops into battle, Songgotu took care of the provisions for him, and together they resisted the provocations of the Dzungars.
Moreover, both of them are very talented, and they admired each other. If it weren't for the conflict of interest or other complicated factors, they could have become very good friends.
Sigh, so many years of fighting and strife!
Prince An was injured and felt like he had brushed with death again. He couldn't help but marvel at his incredible luck and how kind Heaven had been to him.
Despite walking on the edge of a knife for so many years, he is still safe and sound. Although he inevitably gets injured, his life is not in danger.
"You really scared me!" Hesheli glared at him, and seeing his exasperated expression, she knew what he was thinking.
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