"What does the Emperor think?"
Emperor Kangxi's expression was solemn. After pondering for a moment, he said loudly, "Grandma's decision is naturally excellent. Whether it is the daughter of a third-class Taiji of Khorchin or the second princess of the Xu Muer family, they are both excellent."
After he finished speaking, Kangxi gave a wink to Prince Gong, who was kneeling with his head down and looking bewildered.
Prince Gong snapped out of his daze and quickly kowtowed to express his gratitude.
"Grandson thanks the Empress Dowager."
Yikun Palace, West Annex Hall
The moon rises above the willow branches.
Xu Lejin yawned, looked up at the sky outside, and parted her lips slightly, saying, "Yingchun, what time is it?"
"Your Highness, it is past midnight."
Nodding, Xu Lejin spoke softly.
"The Mid-Autumn Festival banquet must be almost over by now, right?"
Yingchun smiled and said, "Your Highness, the banquet should have ended by now. It's late, and Your Highness is still in your postpartum period. You shouldn't stay up late and strain your mind. You should rest early."
Xu Lejin nodded slightly.
At this moment, Zhishu hurried into the hall and respectfully announced, "Great news, Your Highness! Great news, Your Highness! The Empress Dowager and the Emperor have decreed that Your Highness's second elder sister, the second princess of the Xu Muer family, and the daughter of a third-class Taiji of the Khorchin Mongols, will be married to Prince Gong as his secondary consorts. They will both marry into Prince Gong's mansion on the 28th of next month."
"Okay, I understand."
Xu Lejin was delighted, but gave a faint reply, then added, "The daughter of a third-class Taiji of Khorchin?"
Zhi Shu nodded respectfully.
"Your Highness, this daughter of the Khorchin Taiji was sent to the capital by the Khorchin last year and has been living in the imperial palace. I have heard that she is tall, has a face like a silver plate, and is very fertile."
Xu Lejin nodded and responded with an "Mmm".
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