Carefully raising her head, Wu Yaxin subtly observed Kangxi's expression, noticing the pity on his face.
She gently turned her delicate hand over and grasped Kangxi's hand in return.
Her eyes were gentle and tender as she rested her head against Kangxi's chest, her expression gentle and affectionate.
The little woman in his arms was always gentle and quiet, so her bold move surprised Kangxi.
He glanced at Wu Yaxin and saw a faint blush on her cheeks. He understood that Xin'er was not as calm and composed as she appeared on the surface.
Wu Yaxin Yue comforted him gently, “Your Majesty, please rest assured. Although today’s events were dangerous, the young prince is a dragon’s son and is protected by your dragon energy. He is healthy and safe and there is nothing to worry about.”
These considerate words moved Kangxi deeply, and his originally calm heart was stirred.
Before this, he only felt a little pity for Wu Yaxin Yue, who was an ordinary concubine who almost miscarried, but now his feelings have gradually changed.
This little woman is so simple and pure. Her heart is only for me. Even though she has suffered such injustice today, she still comforts me. She is truly the epitome of kindness.
Originally, Wu Yaxin was just a concubine who was somewhat satisfactory to him, no different from the other concubines in the harem.
It was her responsibility to give birth to her cousin's child and fulfill her cousin's wish.
After my cousin became pregnant, although she was no longer of any use, Emperor Kangxi still favored her based on her previous behavior as Wu Yaxin Yue.
Even now, despite facing such circumstances, Wu Yaxinyue is still able to maintain her kindness.
As he gently embraced Wu Yaxin, Kangxi was deeply moved by her kindness, which further enhanced his impression of her and increased his affection for her.
After a brief moment of tenderness, and a stern reprimand of the palace servants attending to Wuya Xinyue, Kangxi finally felt relieved and returned to the Qianqing Palace to rest.
Why didn't Emperor Kangxi stay?
Wu Yaxin had just experienced a near miscarriage today and needed to rest in bed. Kangxi could not stay overnight, so he had to return to his own palace.
The following day, in the Qianqing Palace
Thud! The secret report was thrown out with a thud!
Liang Jiugong lowered his head and knelt on the ground, wishing he could shrink himself into a ball.
Just now, after Emperor Kangxi returned to the Qianqing Palace from court, Liang Jiugong presented his investigation results, and then the scene just now occurred.
Emperor Kangxi paced back and forth in the hall with his hands behind his back. Even though he was furious, he had to calm himself down, analyze the matter rationally, and consider how to proceed.
Murdering a royal heir is a serious crime, and in principle, no punishment is too much. However, the mastermind behind this is Consort An, Li, and the Li family stands behind her, so we need to think carefully.
As emperor, the affairs of state are of utmost importance. The court and the harem are interconnected; a change in one part affects the whole, so one cannot be careless.
After a long while, Kangxi seemed to have made a decision, beckoning Liang Jiugong to come forward and giving him detailed instructions.
Upon receiving the order, Liang Jiugong bowed and withdrew from the Qianqing Palace. He wiped the fine beads of sweat from his forehead and let out a long sigh.
I couldn't help but sigh in my heart, "Consort An, you are really something, daring to get involved in such a serious matter as plotting to harm the imperial heir. You are truly amazing."
On the other hand, Yunyi was completely unaware of this matter and continued to sleep until she naturally woke up.
Upon waking up, Ruoqin, with an unnatural expression on her face, helped Yunyi get up.
Seeing her like this, Yunyi understood that she must have received some news again and was eager to tell it.
After getting dressed and sitting down at the table, she picked up a small steamed bun, tilted her head to look at Ruoqin, and said jokingly, "Tell me, what news have you found out this time? You've been holding it in for so long."
Ruoqin gave a soft hum, "Your Majesty, look at you, teasing me again."
Yunyi smiled and comforted Ruoqin for a moment before she regained her composure. She then approached Yunyi with a smile and whispered the information she had gathered.
"Your Majesty, you are unaware of the following: This morning, after His Majesty finished court, he summoned Consort An to attend to him. For some reason, this angered His Majesty, who ordered Consort An to be confined to her quarters for three months."
"Oh! Is that so?" Yunyi was a little surprised, but then she understood.
Consort An was likely involved in something wrong with what happened yesterday, but the events of today reveal some intriguing information.
"Your Majesty, it's not just this matter. Just now, His Majesty also issued an edict, saying that he was showing consideration for Consort Wuya in the side hall, who was nearly miscarried yesterday after being assassinated. He promoted her to the rank of Noble Lady, and she is now Noble Lady Wuya."
Yunyi was not surprised by this matter. It was normal for Kangxi to express his opinion after Wuya Xinyue was nearly miscarried.
Historically, the fact that Lady Uya rose so quickly from a bondservant palace maid to Consort De, and then to Imperial Concubine De, shows that she was highly favored. It's not surprising that she is now only a Noble Lady.
Yunyi ate her breakfast calmly, her heart completely unmoved.
Ruoqin admired her mistress. She was indeed remarkable, handling everything with composure and unwavering in the face of adversity. She was truly a beloved imperial concubine.
"Your Majesty, the investigation results regarding the murder of Consort Wuya are also in. It's said that the palace maid Hongxiu from the Imperial Kitchen harbored resentment towards Consort Wuya, which led to her committing this crime. His Majesty has already ordered that this palace maid be..."
At this point, Ruoqin suddenly realized something was amiss and swallowed her words.
In fact, whether Ruoqin said it or not, Yunyi could guess that this little palace maid named Hongxiu had probably already met with misfortune. She had committed the serious crime of murdering the imperial heir. How could a little palace maid like her possibly survive?
Yesterday's reaction also shows that the mastermind is someone else. She is just a lowly palace maid in the imperial kitchen, doing things for someone else.
Now, she's just someone who's been pushed out to take the blame and put an end to this matter.
And so the matter ended. The guilty party was punished, the victim was promoted, and everything was so perfect.
After finishing the last of her food, Yunyi concluded her breakfast. These thoughts swirled in her mind, and Yunyi's resolve deepened. In this deep palace, there was never any simplicity; from now on, she would be even more cautious.
She had to stay true to herself and remain unmoved by Kangxi's advances; these romantic feelings were not something she could have.
Side Hall
While resting in bed, Wu Yaxin verbally directed the palace servants to tidy up the things that Emperor Kangxi had just bestowed upon her.
Yu Yin, who was serving by her side, smiled and congratulated her, saying, "Congratulations, Your Highness, on your promotion to the rank of Noble Lady."
Holding the white magnolia hairpin in her hand and caressing it, Wu Yaxinyue accepted Yu Yin's congratulations. Although she had a faint smile on her face, her heart was completely unmoved.
Noble Lady, you're just a low-ranking concubine in the harem. I want to climb up step by step, to become a concubine or a high-ranking consort.
Who says that bondservants are lowly servants? I, Wu Yaxin Yue, refuse to believe in fate and will be the master.
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