However, Yunyi was somewhat relieved at this time. Apart from her two sons, the other three princes born to the former Grand Consort were all in the front courtyard, being cared for by people sent by Huang Taiji.
Since I didn't get involved, even if something happens to them, it won't be my fault.
So when Yunyi heard the news, she was at most a little surprised, but not afraid.
However, due to the accident, the mother and her two children couldn't eat properly. They could only quickly shovel a few mouthfuls of rice before taking the two children to the front yard.
She was the head wife of the household. Although she didn't have any authority over the second prince, she still had to go and check on him now that he was in trouble.
As for Ertenyi and Bodun, the Second Prince was their older brother. If the younger brother didn't care about them, wouldn't Huang Taiji think that his two sons were cold-hearted and lacked brotherly affection?
Therefore, both morally and logically, they must go, and they must go quickly, not slowly.
Ertenyi was simple-minded and only grew tall but not smart. All she knew was that her second brother was sick, so she followed her mother to the front yard to see him.
Bodun, however, thought more deeply. He secretly thought to himself, "My mother is the First Consort, and this second brother was born to the former First Consort, Ulanara. Moreover, I've heard that the former First Consort had many unsavory dealings with my mother back then."
Bodun was very worried. If something happened to his second brother, would his father think it was his mother's fault, and thus...?
But when he looked closely at his mother's face, he didn't see much worry. He was a little hesitant, wondering if everything would be alright.
My mother has been the primary consort for so many years; she has her own thoughts and won't be affected by these things. It shouldn't implicate her.
At this point, Bodon could only console himself with the thought that he would help if anything happened.
Unbeknownst to Yunyi, her youngest son was worried about her at that moment.
She hurried along, and as soon as she arrived at the front yard, before she even stepped inside, she heard crying coming from inside the yard.
Yunyi paused in her steps, but still went inside.
Huang Taiji stood at the door of the Second Prince's residence, his face filled with sorrow. Just moments ago, he had lost one of his sons.
Thinking of this, he flew into a rage and kicked his eldest son, Hauge, who was also grieving beside him, hard: "Are you satisfied now! Because of your strictness, you killed your own brother. You unfilial son, you are utterly stupid, utterly stupid!"
Faced with his father's scolding and beatings, Hauge stood there dumbfounded, not flinching at all, letting Huang Taiji do as he pleased.
Seeing this, Yunyi was even more confused and surprised. What was going on?
Bodon reacted quickly; he rushed over and hugged his father's leg, pleading with him desperately.
“Father, although your son doesn’t know what wrong your elder brother has done, he is your son. Please calm down and don’t be too impulsive.”
With his youngest son holding onto his leg tightly, Huang Taiji couldn't kick him any further, and with his son pleading for him, he had no choice but to stop for the time being.
"Alright, Bodon, Ama has calmed down now, so let go of my hand."
Bodun looked up at Huang Taiji's face and, seeing that he was indeed not as angry as before, slowly released his hands.
Just then, Yunyi and Ertenyi walked over. She adopted the demeanor of a principal wife and gently offered some advice.
"Sir, what's wrong with you? Why did you hit the eldest prince? If he did something wrong, you can teach him properly. Why resort to violence?"
Huang Taiji's anger, which had just begun to subside, flared up again, and he began to explain to Yun Yi.
“Zhe Zhe, that unfilial son, ever since his mother left, he has been very strict with his younger brother, making Loge study non-stop, but not letting him rest properly. Today, after practicing riding and archery, Loge collapsed in his room due to exhaustion.”
At this point, Huang Taiji's tone clearly carried a hint of sadness.
"Loge collapsed and wasn't discovered by his servants for a long time. By the time the doctor arrived, he was too late; he had just passed away. Loge was only eleven years old, so young..."
Upon hearing Huang Taiji's words, Yunyi understood. She guessed that the Second Prince had died suddenly due to overwork, insufficient rest, and strenuous exercise.
There are many examples of this in modern times. People who stay up all night playing games or working overtime for too long are more likely to die suddenly.
Thinking about it this way, Yunyi felt somewhat emotional. She hadn't expected him to pass away at such a young age; it was quite a pity.
In the seventh year of the Tianming era of the Later Jin dynasty, the atmosphere in the palace was very somber. Huang Taiji had lost one of his sons, and it was for a reason that could have been avoided.
Because of this, Huang Taiji's original affection and respect for his eldest son vanished, and after his second son passed away, he began to ignore his eldest son.
The year turned to the ninth year of the Tianming era. The oppressive atmosphere gradually dissipated because the Grand Consort of the mansion was pregnant.
In October, Yunyi gave birth to Huang Taiji's sixth son, who was named Achuhui, meaning harmony.
Because of the death of his second son, he hoped that his remaining children could live together harmoniously and avoid a repeat of the tragedy that had occurred before.
On the occasion of the full moon celebration, Yunyi's maternal family, the Khorchin, sent people over, firstly to celebrate the full moon celebration of Yunyi's child, and secondly because Erdun had reached the age to prepare for choosing a husband.
Buhe sent his daughter to Yunyi in the hope that his sister could help his niece find a good husband.
Yunyi naturally wouldn't refuse this, because during her postpartum confinement, she had Qiqige and others prepare the room, just waiting for Erdun to come and stay.
Three days before Little Achuhui's full moon celebration, his cousin finally arrived.
Qiqige led the little princess into the main courtyard. Along the way, Erdun kept her eyes wide open, looking around curiously at everything around her.
"Princess, the Princess Consort's courtyard is just ahead. Please come with me."
Erdun nodded, recalling the words of concern from her elders when she left, and asked Qiqige beside her.
"Qiqige, how is Auntie doing? When I left home, Dad and Grandpa were very concerned about her. Are your little cousins still around? I can't wait to see them."
Qiqige smiled gently, "Don't worry, Princess, the Fujin is doing very well. However, the Fourth Prince and the Fifth Prince are practicing riding and archery and are not in the main courtyard. They will not be back until evening. But the Sixth Prince is here, so you can see him."
Hearing that his two younger cousins were not there, Erdun pouted in disappointment, but since his youngest cousin, Achuhui, was there, he was glad to see even one of them.
Filled with excitement, she skipped and hopped along with Qiqige as they walked inside.
Yunyi was in her room recovering from childbirth when she heard Erdun's cheerful voice outside before she even saw him.
"Auntie, Erdun has come to see you!"
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