Chapter 204 Stupid Stupid! Qi Buchen sits...
madness!
Qi Buchen sat in Yonghe Palace, facing Concubine De, who rarely showed anxiety, worry and subtle anger in front of her. But what she was thinking about was what Yinzhen had described to her about the situation in the palace that day. Even today, it was difficult for her not to label Yinzhen as stupid.
After Yinzhen said those words that day, Kangxi flew into a rage and almost drew his sword to kill him. However, it was Yinqi who once again hugged Kangxi's thigh and saved him, just like he had done many years ago.
Although he was not injured, he was still scolded by Kangxi and punished to kneel in front of the tablet in the Fengxian Hall.
Afterwards, Kangxi became extremely angry and had difficulty breathing. The imperial physician gave him emergency treatment, and the rest of the people left.
Qi Buchen learned the entire story the moment Yinzhen arrived home. She was naturally shocked and confused by the matter between Yinzhi and Yinsi, but now that it was a done deal, further explanation was unnecessary. What she hadn't expected was Yinzhen. Based on all the information from her past life, she had come to believe that Yinzhen was a traitor, someone who held no genuine feelings for Yinsi. But she hadn't expected him to go to such lengths to defend Yinsi, even at that point.
When she expressed this sentiment, Yinzhen sneered, "For the Eighth Prince? You overestimate him! Perhaps his initial plea for mercy had some meaning for the Eighth Prince, but even after the Emperor had brought things to that point, he still jumped out and said those words. He was just trying to gain fame! It's a pity, with his shallow mind, who in the hall couldn't see through it? It would be fine if he stepped on the Eighth Prince to get to the throne, but he even had the whimsical idea of stepping on the Emperor to gain fame. He really doesn't know how to write the word death!"
Qi Buchen could understand that Yinzhen was seeking fame and reputation, but he was not so stupid as to step on Kangxi to ascend to the throne, right?
Yinzhen sneered, "Of course he's not stupid, on the contrary, he's quite clever! He simply saw me say 'I don't want the Emperor to be deceived and regret it later,' and the Emperor not only didn't blame me, but actually gave me an explanation. So he thought I had read the Emperor's pulse and was flattering him with my 'straightforward words', and then he immediately used it for his own benefit."
"Unfortunately, his cleverness backfired and he ended up getting himself into trouble." His tone was full of sarcasm.
The memory came to an abrupt end, and Concubine De's slightly annoyed voice rang out: "Ulanara, did you hear what I said?"
Qi Buchen bowed slightly and lowered his head: "My daughter-in-law is listening."
Concubine De gritted her teeth and looked at her daughter-in-law who was daydreaming just now and now pretending to be well-behaved. She really wanted to scold her and punish her.
But, no, Fourteen's matter still needs the help of this couple.
Concubine De forced herself to soften her tone. "Fourteenth Brother is at fault this time. Even for the sake of brotherhood, he shouldn't have contradicted the Emperor like this. The Emperor was right to punish him by making him kneel in Fengxian Hall. When he returns, I will punish him again! You should also go back and tell Fourth Brother that after Fourteenth Brother leaves the palace, he, as the older brother, will have to take on the responsibility of teaching his younger brother!"
She breathed a sigh of relief, and seeing Qi Buchen didn't respond, she had to continue, "Fourteenth is fine, but my only worry now is the Emperor's health. Fourteenth is unfilial, and I don't have the face to see the Emperor. I can only kneel in the palace and pray for the Emperor. But Fourth, as a son and an older brother, he has to shoulder his responsibilities. He must take good care of the Emperor, comfort him, and help him get better soon."
It must be said that De Fei, who had been in the harem for decades, was smart. When she learned that Fourteenth Prince was in trouble, she did not run to Kangxi to plead for mercy, but instead found out the whole story and then called Qi Buchen into the palace. After Qi Buchen came, she did not ask Yinzhen to plead for Fourteenth Prince, but instead reprimanded Fourteenth Prince and agreed with the emperor's punishment of Fourteenth Prince.
Did she really mean that?
Qi Buchen was not a rookie who had just arrived in the Qing Dynasty. She certainly knew that he was not. She was even sure that her conversation with Concubine De today would soon reach the ears of Kangxi.
As for the instructions to Yinzhen, it appeared to be earnest advice, but in reality, every word was asking Yinzhen to find a way to rescue Yinzhen as soon as possible.
After all, Kangxi only told Yinzhen to kneel in the Fengxian Hall, but he didn't say how long. If he had to kneel for three or four days, Yinzhen's legs would have been broken.
"Yes, mother, don't worry. Your daughter-in-law will convey your wishes to the prince in detail." Qi Buchen responded respectfully.
Although she had not been close to the palace in recent years, she had always been respectful to Concubine De. Therefore, after hearing this, Concubine De felt a little relieved. Now that the business was over, if it were usual, she would have asked them to leave directly. But thinking of the fourteenth, Concubine De paused and said rather dryly: "Is your birthday coming soon?"
Qi Buchen was a little surprised that she suddenly brought this up. In previous years, on her birthday, Concubine De had of course given her rewards, but those rewards were obviously prepared by the servants according to the regulations. Concubine De was probably just reminded on the day and then designated someone to give the reward. If she was asked to tell the specific date of her birthday at this time, she probably couldn't say it.
Glancing quickly at Concubine De, she replied, "Yes, there's still more than a month left."
"Yes." De Fei nodded and said gently, "Because of the Empress Dowager's incident this year, the Emperor canceled the birthday banquet. The palace hasn't held any banquets in the past few months. If you want to host a banquet, remember to be frugal."
This was actually good advice, and Qi Buchen agreed: "Don't worry, mother, my daughter-in-law originally planned not to hold a birthday party this year."
"That's good." Concubine De nodded.
The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law sat there awkwardly. Qi Buchen wondered why Concubine De didn't let her leave, but Concubine De was thinking about how else she could express her "care".
De Fei pondered for a long time and thought of her 'eldest grandson': "By the way, it's been a year since Hong Hui entered the family, right? Is there any good news?"
Usually, the good news for a new daughter-in-law is only related to her pregnancy. Qi Buchen shook his head: "Not yet."
Concubine De frowned slightly: "Have you called the imperial physician to take a look?"
Qi Buchen sighed imperceptibly and responded: "I've seen it, everything is fine."
De Fei hesitated to speak, glanced at the daughter-in-law in front of her who had been her 'only favorite' for many years, thought about it and gave up her plan: "It's nothing, you can go back first."
Qi Buchen said goodbye as he was told and returned to Prince Yong's Mansion.
Yinzhen was waiting for her, and he dragged her into the study in the front yard. "What did you say?"
Qi Buchen let him press himself into the chair and fiddle with him, repeating the conversation with Concubine De one by one, and finally asked: "How is the situation with the Emperor?"
"It's okay to say so."
What does it mean to be okay?
No comment.
Well, let's just assume it's okay.
Qi Buchen listened carefully and heard faint crying sounds coming from next door. She concentrated and asked, "Is he gone?"
Kangxi was truly furious this time, and after issuing the imperial decree, he did not delay and directly ordered that Yinzhen and Yinsi be sent to the Xiaoling Mausoleum as soon as possible. Fortunately, the women and children of the two palaces were not summoned together, but were kept in the palace.
Yinzhen nodded slowly: "Not long after you entered the palace, the imperial guards took you away."
Qi Buchen couldn't help but ask, "Is this really the final word?" Honestly, she still felt a bit like she was in a dream. How could this be? Why would Yinsi collapse at this moment?
“The emperor’s words are the laws of heaven, and his words are golden.” The emperor said that in front of all the ministers and princes. What else can we do if the final conclusion is not made?
"I always feel like I'm dreaming." Qi Buchen murmured.
Yinzhen didn't say anything, but he felt it in his heart that living with the emperor was like living with a tiger.
"Who is in charge of the escort?"
"Longkodo."
Qi Buchen frowned and blurted out: "Why is it him again!"
Why was he the one who watched over the crown prince, Yinzhen, and Yinsi every time they fell?
Yinzhen didn't think there was anything wrong at first, but after she said that, he felt something strange.
Although Yinzhen and Yinsi caused a great disturbance in the court, the court did not focus entirely on this matter. After all, there was the Dzungar rebellion in the distant past and the spring palace examination in the recent past, neither of which was less serious than the prince being imprisoned.
Some people do their job diligently, while others are like headless flies, running around everywhere.
The Eighth Prince had fallen, and the Fourteenth Prince was still being punished in the palace. The powerful Eighth Prince's party was leaderless and in panic, and many people went to find Yinzhen.
"Master Jiu, what is our current rule?"
"Master Jiu, in this situation, you have to take charge of the situation."
"Nineth Master, how is the situation with Fourteenth Master?"
"Nineth Master..."
Yin'er's head was about to explode. He took a deep breath and said, "Everyone, listen to me."
Everyone shut their mouths and looked at him expectantly.
Yinzhen pinched his brows, thinking of the profound words his fifth brother said to him when he left the palace, and the fatigue and helplessness that occasionally arose in these years, and he made up his mind.
"Everyone should be aware of the current situation. Myna...is no longer a possibility, and I..." He laughed self-deprecatingly, "...have no ambitions. From now on, I plan to focus solely on business matters and...will no longer participate in other matters."
"Even you all..." Yinzhen looked around at the people in the hall who were shocked by his words, "...please go your separate ways."
"I wish you all a bright future."
"Master Jiu, what do you mean?"
"Master Jiu, no, you can't..."
"Master Jiu, now is the time when we need you!"
After sending away all the people who kept pestering him, Yinzhen seemed to have been drained of all his strength and lay down on the armchair without caring about his image at all.
The Ninth Lady came in and looked at the messy hall. "Have you decided?"
"Yeah." Yinzhen remained motionless, closed his eyes, and responded to her with a nasal tone.
The Ninth Lady looked at the portly man before her for a long moment before she said, "The Second Princess is eighteen years old now. I think she'll be getting married in the next two years. If you have time, ask around about the people in Mongolia."
So far, Kangxi's granddaughters have basically been arranged to Mongolian nobles, and their parents can only give them more consideration in choosing specific candidates.
Yinzhen was silent for a while before he slowly sat up and replied, "I understand."
He is not alone, he has a whole family relying on him.
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