Chapter 26 Bestowing a Name, Chenghu
The rewards weren't just for the Empress Dowager, but also for the Empress Dowager and the Emperor; Kunning Palace almost couldn't hold them all.
Fanghua was unable to personally receive the imperial decree and express her gratitude, but she still conveyed her thanks to the Empress Dowager, the Empress Dowager, and the Emperor to the three people who came to deliver the decree.
The three happily accepted their reward and returned to report.
Qiaoruo quickly put all the rewards into the treasury and then came to report to the Empress. The treasury was now in a state of great prosperity, which could only be described as astonishing.
Even though she had seen countless treasures in her past life, she was still taken aback by the three men's extravagant spending.
"Is it really that heavy?" Fanghua thought of the scene when she gave birth to Chenghu in her previous life, which was far less severe than it is now.
It's probably because the eldest prince, Cheng Rui, became mentally challenged, or it could be something else entirely. In any case, her son received the best.
"Yes, Your Majesty. The Empress Dowager has brought out many of Emperor Taizong's treasures. These things are truly precious. It seems that the Empress Dowager really values our prince."
Since he hasn't been named yet, he can only be called "Age" (Prince). The people in Kunning Palace don't want their young master to be inferior to others, so they call him "Age" instead of "Second Prince."
She just didn't want her son to be outshone by others.
"Not only that, the Empress Dowager also bestowed many fine things upon us. Although they were not as good as those of the Grand Empress Dowager, it was clear that they were all treasures of the Empress Dowager."
Hearing Qiaoruo's report, Fanghua's smile grew even warmer. "That's right, my son is certainly worthy of the best in the world."
Her children deserve the finest treasures in the world.
Before we knew it, it was time for the prince's third-day celebration.
After three days of nourishment from the spiritual spring, Chenghu had long since shed his newborn appearance and had become plump and fair-skinned, making him irresistible to all who saw him.
Even the imperial physicians couldn't find the slightest problem with his health.
The boy was so popular that even the wet nurse could barely hold him. Luckily, the princess consort of the imperial clan was quick-witted and helped him up, otherwise the baby would have overturned the basin.
This scene delighted Emperor Kangxi immensely.
Ever since Cheng Rui's brain was damaged, many rumors have circulated from the previous dynasty, saying that his ascension to the throne was illegitimate and that he had offended Heaven, which is why he was given an filthy person to defile his body, and so on.
Now that his eldest son is so strong, Kangxi is naturally pleased, and he can finally silence those rumors.
The third-day celebration was a grand affair, as it was held directly in the Qianqing Palace by Emperor Kangxi because the son was the legitimate heir.
This shows how much he valued this eldest son.
Ever since the nanny took the child away, Fanghua had been pacing around the room. She wanted to check on Chenghu, but she was afraid that the nanny might accidentally hurt him.
She was feeling very uneasy; she just couldn't rest easy.
Fortunately, it didn't take too long before the Third-Day Washing Granny returned with a large pile of rewards and Chenghu in her arms.
Yes, Chenghu was a name bestowed upon him by Emperor Kangxi.
The honor of bestowing a name on the third day was reserved for the legitimate sons born to the Empress. It should be noted that Chengrui was only given a name after he turned one year old; before that, he was always called the eldest prince.
Fanghua was overjoyed to hear this, and immediately rewarded the Third Aunt and others, then held Chenghu and called out his name.
The baby had just cried himself to sleep and was now sleeping soundly.
He couldn't sense even a hint of his mother's excitement.
Xiao Feng was very jealous; it also wanted to get close to its little master.
The servants wouldn't let it near its young master when it was outside; it could only approach its young master when it returned.
"Master, please stop holding the little master. It will make the little master uncomfortable. Put him on the bed and I will sleep with him. That way, the little master will be more comfortable."
Fanghua said helplessly, "You should worry. Chenghu is still young. Don't scare him."
Is Xiao Feng still Feng Ling?
The return of the children does not mean the third-day celebration is over; it is just the beginning.
On such a joyous day, as the Empress, she naturally gets to meet her family.
The previous bestowal of names in the Qianqing Palace had already made the Empress's family the envy of many, and the subsequent rewards only made many people feel envious.
As members of the Empress's family, they should avoid meeting her if possible, and if they can't avoid it, let the men of the family deal with it. It would be better for them to go and see the Empress and Prince Chenghu.
Amidst envious glances from others, the group entered Kunning Palace.
Kunning Palace is very close to Qianqing Palace. After leaving Qianqing Palace, you can go directly into Kunning Palace by going around Yuehua Gate.
It is indeed a shorter route, but not everyone can take that route.
At least these court ladies could not.
In just three days, Fanghua had already recovered from the weakness she experienced during childbirth, and she was now incredibly strong.
When Borjigit's wife and others entered, they saw a radiant empress, and everyone was utterly astonished.
"Greetings to Your Majesty the Empress. May Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
Everyone immediately bowed to the Empress.
"Please rise quickly. We're all family, no need for such formalities. Mother, Aunt, please sit down."
Although youth is strong, one cannot be too obvious; one must at least feign weakness.
So she was standing with Qiaoling and Qiaoyun by her side, and she was leaning against Qiaoling. If you didn't look closely, you would think that the empress was putting on a show of being energetic when she received them.
"Why is Your Highness out of bed? You should be resting in bed," Borjigit's wife said, worried about her daughter.
"Mother, I'm fine. I just received the imperial decree and got out of bed to sit for a bit. I'll go back to rest soon."
Upon hearing this, everyone understood what was going on. They were also happy. To be given a name on the third day after a baby's first birthday celebration meant they were highly regarded. No wonder they were born to the Empress.
“That won’t do either. Zhang Mama, hurry up and help Her Highness back to bed. There are no outsiders here, so it’s fine to receive her in bed,” Borjigit Fujin said firmly.
She couldn't say anything since her daughter was the Empress, but it was different for Granny Zhang.
Zhang Mama immediately understood what the Fujin meant. "Your Highness, please listen to the Fujin. Your Highness has only given birth three days ago and is still weak. You should take good care of yourself."
Fanghua had no choice but to obey and go into the inner palace to lie down.
Now everyone had no choice but to move and follow them into the inner hall.
After offering their congratulations, everyone presented their own gifts.
Fanghua happily accepted them all, and didn't forget to have Qiaoruo take out the prepared return gifts for everyone.
After chatting for half an hour, the palace banquet was about to begin, and the group took their leave.
However, Borjigit's wife and Soetu's wife, of the Tongjia clan, remained.
After Fanghua dismissed everyone, she heard the answer she wanted.
"Your Majesty, our Hesheli clan is of one mind, and we will follow your arrangements in everything."
Fanghua understood that her father and second uncle had probably discussed this matter.
"In that case, I will trouble you to go back and thank my second uncle on my behalf. But please rest assured, as long as I am here, the glory of our Hesheli clan will surely last forever."
The second uncle sought power, and so did she.
If he can obey, why not grant him great power?
"Yes, Your Majesty's words will be conveyed. However, Your Majesty also asked me to pass on a message to Your Majesty: if Your Majesty needs anything, just let us know and we will do our best to support you."
Thinking of the words the emperor had repeatedly told her when she entered the palace, she expressed her loyalty with utmost sincerity.
It's because my grandfather and uncle are from different families.
well.
However, now that the Empress values them, they will not let her down.
The future development of the Hesheli clan was entirely up to the Empress.
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