The first person to be tested on spiritual roots was Princess Irm, the adopted daughter of Empress Xiaozhao.
The eldest princess was nine years old. Although she was a bit older, she was still within the age range for the test. Unfortunately, when the eldest princess placed her hands on the spirit-testing stone, the stone did not react.
Master Chichuan shook his head. "No spiritual root, next one."
With a pale face, the eldest princess glanced quickly at Kangxi, the Empress Dowager, and Prince Gong out of the corner of her eye, then lowered her head and retreated.
Immediately afterwards
The eldest prince born to Consort Rong, whose nickname was Saiyinchaze and whose formal name was Yinzhi, stepped forward to take the test, but still had no spiritual root.
The eldest prince, looking utterly dejected, was pulled away by his wet nurse, his head bowed and saying nothing.
The Second Prince, Yinti, stepped forward.
Consort Hui looked tense, muttering incantations and praying softly, "Buddha, please bless me, Buddha, please bless me, Yinti must have spiritual roots, he must be able to cultivate."
"If Yinti has a destiny to become an immortal, I am willing to sacrifice ten years of my lifespan. No, twenty years!"
Xu Lejin turned her head and glanced at the nervous and uneasy Consort Hui, frowning as she pondered.
If Consort Hui's second son is found to have spiritual talent, given how much importance Emperor Kangxi attaches to this matter, he will certainly elevate Consort Hui to the rank of Imperial Concubine. At that time...
Xu Lejin sighed softly and shook her head almost imperceptibly.
The boat will straighten itself when it reaches the bridge. If the Second Prince truly has a destiny with the immortals, then it is the will of Heaven. Let's leave everything to fate!
If Consort Hui were to rise in rank and be granted the title of Imperial Concubine through her son, she would be extra careful to protect her children and ensure their healthy and safe growth. Then she could...
Those who cultivate immortality seem to be averse to cause and effect.
He could use Consort Hui's love for her son to restrain her and protect himself and his children.
"No spiritual root, next one."
Master Chichuan's cold voice echoed in the Taiji Hall. Consort Hui's hopes were dashed, and she staggered, falling into a chair as she muttered to herself, "Impossible, impossible, how could Yinti not have spiritual roots? How could he not cultivate?"
"Impossible, impossible."
Consort Hui was in a daze, and the Second Prince was also incredulous. He returned to his seat in a daze, looking blank, as if he had become stupid.
None of the second, third, and fourth princesses were found to have spiritual roots.
The birth mothers of the younger princesses were secretly pleased. None of the two princes and four princesses had tested positive for spiritual roots. Did this mean...?
Is there any hope for the princesses they produce?
Princess Bu'erhe, the fifth princess born to Empress Xiaocheng, stepped forward with heavy steps and a solemn expression. She thought to herself that such a thing had never happened in her previous life. How come so many things have changed after her rebirth?
Could it be that I am the chosen one, the one with spiritual roots and the destiny to become an immortal?
After all, even something like being reborn and changing from male to female has happened to her. She has spiritual roots and can cultivate. It's not impossible for her to ascend to become an immortal in the future.
Emperor Kangxi and the Empress Dowager looked at the Fifth Princess with anticipation in their eyes.
The only legitimate daughter, she was different from others from birth.
"No spiritual root"
Fairy Yanyun spoke in a cool tone, exchanging a glance with Daoist Chichuan. They communicated briefly through telepathy, quickly understanding the Fifth Princess's origins.
The fifth princess was somewhat disappointed, but she quickly accepted it.
Next was the sixth princess born to Consort Bu. Without a doubt, the sixth princess also lacked spiritual roots.
"Dual spiritual roots of metal and fire"
As Xu Lejin waited anxiously, the Third Prince was finally found to have dual spiritual roots.
The entire main hall of the Qianqing Palace was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop. Xu Lejin sighed and lowered her head, lost in thought.
Emperor Kangxi's eyes were solemn, while the Empress Dowager looked surprised.
After finally regaining her senses, Consort Hui felt a pang of jealousy, but then she became overjoyed. With spiritual roots, she could cultivate and one day fly through the air and live forever, thus having no chance of ascending the throne.
The Emperor has three sons. The eldest son's mother has passed away and is in poor health. Therefore, the second son has a greater chance of ascending the throne in the future...
Heaven has spared her, Nara!
After the Third Prince came the Seventh Princess, Ushiha. The Empress Dowager and the concubines of the harem stared intently at Ushiha, their hearts filled with conflicting emotions. They were twins, born of the same mother. The Third Prince's spiritual roots had been tested, and the Seventh Princess…
The probability of the Seventh Princess also having a predestined connection with the immortals is even greater.
"No spiritual root."
Unfortunately, Ushiha did not have a spiritual root, which made the Empress Dowager feel a sudden sense of relief.
After Ushiha came Unashi, who was always quiet and gentle.
"Water attribute, single spiritual root."
To everyone's astonishment, Unashi discovered that his spiritual root possessed only a single attribute.
Kangxi and the others did not understand, but Xu Lejin, having been influenced by cultivation novels in her previous life, knew that a single spiritual root was more talented than a dual spiritual root.
Although not as good as other spiritual roots, a single-attribute spiritual root belongs to the category of celestial spiritual roots.
Emperor Kangxi laughed heartily and said repeatedly, "Good, good, good. Consort Yu is an excellent woman. Not only did she give birth to triplets for me, a pair of auspicious dragons and phoenixes, but she also gave birth to two children with spiritual roots and immortal destiny for the Qing Dynasty."
"Liang Jiugong, convey my decree."
Emperor Kangxi gave the order in a loud voice.
The words that were about to be spoken were stopped by the Empress Dowager, who said in a deep voice, "Emperor, although Consort Yu has given birth to the Third Prince and the Eighth Princess, her maternal family has no important officials in the previous court."
"The emperor must consider the stability of the previous dynasty."
Emperor Kangxi's expression darkened, and his brows furrowed.
After a long silence, Kangxi said coldly, "Grandmother's teachings are correct, I understand. Liang Jiugong, convey my decree: Consort Yu gave birth to the Third Prince, and the Eighth Princess has made a contribution. She is hereby granted a thousand taels of gold and shall enjoy double the allowance of a Consort from this day forward."
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