Granny Chen was in high spirits after receiving the reward.
Jia Yue was also busy, with Hong Zhao's safety becoming a top priority, although the master and servant always believed that things should be kept under control internally but relaxed externally.
In this atmosphere, Hongzhao's first birthday celebration was about to begin.
The day before the banquet, Jia Yue took Hong Zhao's pulse as usual. The pulse was fine, but she could clearly sense that Hong Zhao was a little uneasy. This made her heart tighten. She calmed down and carefully took his pulse. After a while, she finally took her hand away with a serious face.
Adjusting his breathing, he looked up and said, "Baochun, have Granny Chen come over here."
Granny Chen arrived quickly.
"Your Majesty, what are your orders?"
Jia Yue was in a bad mood, or rather, a very bad mood. Although she didn't exactly give him a hard time, Chen Mama definitely sensed that something was wrong.
"Granny, check what Hongzhao has eaten!"
My premonition came true; something really was wrong. It was Hongzhao, that golden nugget, who was acting strangely.
"Should I summon the imperial physician first?"
“No need, Hongzhao is not in serious condition, but I need to know who did it and how. Investigate quietly.”
Granny Chen breathed a sigh of relief. It wasn't a big problem, which meant there was still hope. At the same time, Jia Yue's willingness to give her this instruction showed that she trusted her.
However, the prerequisite is that she must find out what happened; otherwise, the treatment she currently enjoys will surely disappear, as her master will not keep idle people around him.
It seems we'll have to utilize some of the connections she's cultivated.
Taking a deep breath, Granny Chen said, "Your Highness, rest assured, this servant will definitely give Your Highness an explanation."
"I trust you, Granny."
After Granny Chen left, Jia Yue instructed, "Bao Chun, have the kitchen prepare a bowl of warm goat milk."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
The small kitchen quickly brought out a bowl of processed goat milk.
Bao Chun: "Your Majesty, how about I feed the Sixth Prince?"
Jia Yue shook her head: "I'll do it myself. Go get me a handkerchief to wipe Hong Zhao's mouth later."
Bao Chun could only nod: "This servant will go right away."
There was no one else in the room at the moment, so she dismissed the palace servants. Then she took a big gulp of goat milk and quietly poured spiritual spring water into the bowl.
Then he carefully fed it to Hongzhao.
After drinking a small bowl of goat milk, Hongzhao finally felt relieved, and Jiayue also breathed a sigh of relief.
This wasn't the first time she had experienced palace intrigue, but it was the first time it had happened to Hongzhao.
She cherished life, but the power struggles of the court did not allow her to cherish the lives of others. So she could only cherish her own and her child's lives as much as possible. Now that someone did not want her child to have a good life, she would make sure that person did not have a good life either.
"Sleep well, sleep well, my dear baby, sleep well, sleep well, Mommy loves you, you will always be Mommy's good baby..."
Jia Yue sang a lullaby she had heard before, her gentle and loving voice soothing Hong Zhao until he slowly closed his eyes and fell asleep.
Bao Chun had already received the handkerchief, but she couldn't bear to disturb her. Although she had never heard the lullaby Jia Yue was singing, she could feel the overflowing love in it.
On Consort Xi's side, her maids were already boasting: "Your Highness, the Sixth Prince's wet nurses have all eaten food laced with medicine. I reckon the Sixth Prince and Consort Jing won't be able to get a good night's sleep tonight."
Consort Xi smiled and said, "You did a good job. This bracelet is a reward for you."
"Thank you for your generous gift, Your Majesty."
The next day, the weather was beautiful, perfect for holding a banquet.
After breakfast, the nanny from the Empress's palace arrived, along with two other nannies and eunuchs from the Emperor's court, all of whom hovered around Hongzhao.
"Your Majesty, it's almost time. We can head to the audience chamber now."
"Thank you for your trouble, Granny."
After saying this, Jia Yue led Hong Zhao into the sedan chair, and the mother and son arrived smoothly at the reception building.
Before she could even greet the others, Yinzhen came out with the Empress, and the first birthday celebration began.
Hongzhao was placed on a heavy square table, on which was a red silk cloth covered with items for the baby's first birthday celebration. Jiayue had already sent people to keep an eye on things, and indeed, no problems arose.
Then the nanny said, "Please let the Sixth Prince begin the first birthday celebration by choosing his objects from the traditional objects."
The wet nurse, following instructions, put Hongzhao down.
Hongzhao looked around curiously at the people watching the ceremony. His eyes were clear and bright. He was like a sweet dumpling, which made the women of the clan almost melt. Even the men couldn't help but look at Hongzhao with more enthusiasm.
At that time, people valued carrying on the family line. Sons were the foundation of the family's continuation, and Hongzhao's appearance was simply the dream boy for them.
Hongzhao thought they wanted to play a prank on him! He was extremely excited, stood up, and started walking unsteadily on the table.
As I walked, I felt something under my feet. I looked down, as if I had thought of something, and then I went straight to a copy of the Classic of Filial Piety, picked it up, and started laughing like an idiot.
He suddenly called out in a clear voice, "Father~ Mother~"
The official in charge of rites nearby hurriedly said with a smile, "Confucius said, 'Filial piety is the root of virtue and the source of all teachings.' The Sixth Prince has grasped the Classic of Filial Piety and is constantly reciting 'Father' and 'Mother.' He will surely grow up to be a virtuous and upright gentleman!"
The master of ceremonies began, and everyone started praising him.
Hongzhao listened to the sounds around him without feeling scared at all. Everyone who saw him thought he was a clever child.
The saying "You can tell what a person will be like at three years old" may not be entirely accurate, but some people do like to judge a person's future based on their childhood. Hongzhao's performance certainly doesn't qualify him as a child prodigy. Of course, Jiayue doesn't want her son to be known as a child prodigy either, but it's obvious that he is intelligent.
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