In her previous life, Qingqing was usually low-key. Perhaps knowing that she was a princess from the grasslands, she rarely mentioned her family to Emperor Kangxi.
She devoted herself to being filial to the Empress Dowager and her mother, and she also handled matters in the inner quarters very well.
Even so, because of her unpopular status, Emperor Kangxi often gave her a cold shoulder.
Whenever she makes a mistake, she inevitably gets a scolding.
Over time, the once bright and intelligent girl gradually became melancholic and anxious, and eventually died of illness.
Hongxi glanced at Qingqing. If they could be together again in this life, he would never let her die in despair again.
The Empress Dowager listened to Qingqing's words with a thoughtful expression, but she was not angry. "In that case, Su Ma, please prepare your meal."
Four children were having dinner with an old lady, chatting and laughing happily at the table.
"Grandma Wukuma, I heard there are horse farms in the capital. Qingqing will accompany you horseback riding in the future."
The Empress Dowager laughed so hard she almost fell over. "At my age, how could I possibly ride a horse? But I can watch you all ride."
Wenxi smiled and said, "Little sister, there's a very nice horse farm outside the palace. I'll take you there when spring comes. You must be very good at riding and archery, so you'll have to teach me then."
Qingqing didn't stand on ceremony and proudly patted her chest, saying, "Don't worry, sister, I'll definitely have a great time with you."
Looking at the two young girls, the Empress Dowager felt as if she had returned to her youth, and the smile in her eyes never faded.
"Although the spirit is not as free as on the grassland, there are still many things to do. Now that we don't have to go to school, we can find an opportunity to take you out of the palace for a stroll."
Hongyu had the demeanor of an elder brother, but suddenly had other thoughts because of the Empress Dowager.
She glanced at Qingqing, who was all smiles, and then at the elegant Hongyu, and suddenly asked with a smile, "I see that you two are chatting and laughing together, and you are both my precious darlings. Why don't I bestow a marriage upon you today, and you can get married in two years?"
One sentence left the four boys speechless.
Hongyu glanced subconsciously at Hongxi, whose mouth could fit an egg, and felt somewhat embarrassed.
Qingqing knew from the beginning that she had come with a mission of marriage, but she never expected that the mission would be completed so quickly.
Was the Empress Dowager's decree of marriage so hasty?
Hongxi had a bitter pill to swallow.
What does this mean? You were reborn, saved your father but lost your wife?
Why is my future wife being given to my elder brother?
From Fujin to Sister-in-law?
Wenxi didn't sense anything was wrong and was still very happy to be able to strengthen their ties with her family.
Seeing the various expressions on everyone's faces, the Empress Dowager assumed they were embarrassed.
"It would be wonderful if we could become even closer relatives. There's no need to be shy. When I have some free time, I'll speak to the Emperor and ask him to grant us this marriage."
Upon hearing this, Hongyu immediately said, "Grandma Wukuma, Qingqing has just arrived in the capital from Khorchin and is not familiar with many things here. Why don't we let her get to know everyone first before discussing the marriage?"
Hongxi nodded hastily, "Moreover, the Emperor has bestowed upon Qingqing the title of Princess Heshuo. A princess marrying a prince sounds rather awkward."
Hongyu stared wide-eyed at Hongxi, who was initially confused, then pursed her lips in annoyance.
Oh no! He was so focused on how to dissuade the old lady from arranging the marriage that he completely forgot about his own situation.
If Hongyu can't marry Qingqing, what will become of me?
The Empress Dowager thought her two eldest grandsons were right. She looked at Qingqing and said, "In that case, I won't rush to arrange a marriage for you. If you find someone you like in the future, be sure to tell Granny Wukuma."
Qingqing happily thanked her.
The meal was finished just like that, with everyone preoccupied with their own thoughts.
Because Yuqing Palace was quite far from Shou Kang Palace, the Empress Dowager did not keep them for long and instructed them to walk carefully and slowly along the way, and not to slip.
Hongyu and Hongxi walked in front, while Wenxi and Qingqing followed behind.
Hongyu first glanced at Qingqing, and seeing the two girls chatting away, he then gently poked Hongxi's head with relief.
"How old are you? What do you know about love and romance?"
Hongxi was shocked. "I didn't!"
Hongyu pursed his lips and gestured behind him with his eyes, "Don't think I can't tell, you've got your eye on her, haven't you?"
Hongxi remained silent.
Hongyu then teased, "Look how scared you were when Granny Wukuma bestowed the marriage upon the master. I really want to have an artist paint a picture of you at that moment."
How embarrassing!
Yinreng, who was slowly approaching from not far behind them, frowned upon hearing this voice.
Embarrassing?
What has that brat done now?
Yinreng didn't want to disturb the four children's whispers. He had just returned from the Qianqing Palace and happened to be a step behind them, so he followed them towards the Yuqing Palace.
My elder brother is laughing at me now, but wait until he meets his wife, and see how I get my revenge.
Upon hearing this, Yinreng thought of Qingqing. Could this matter be related to Qingqing?
“Hongxi, but I have to say something to you. You’re usually such a clever little devil, so why do you suddenly lose your mind at this crucial moment? You even said something to Grandma Ukuma about what it would be like for a princess to marry a prince. Heh, I’d like to see if you want to marry a princess or become a prince consort in the future.”
[Buddha, please shut up, brother! When will this end?]
Yinreng chuckled and beckoned to He Yuzhu, instructing him, "Go and find out what just happened at Shou Kang Palace."
Yinreng followed the four children back to Yuqing Palace. Hongxi's irritable thoughts occasionally reached his ears. Although he was unsure what had happened, he found it quite interesting to listen to.
It wasn't until He Yuzhu told him about the Empress Dowager's decree to grant the marriage that Yinreng finally couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Hongyu is right.
We'll see if Hongxi marries Qingqing as a princess or as a prince consort.
Before they knew it, the day of the palace banquet arrived.
Yinreng was very frustrated because he had not been able to capture Galdan recently.
If you know the other party is in the capital and you still haven't caught them, or even let them go back to Dzungar, that would be truly shameful.
After several rounds of drinks and a performance of songs and dances, the tribute from various tribes began.
As a princess of the Khorchin tribe, Qingqing led her people into the banquet hall from outside.
She was still wearing Mongolian clothing, and her face was beaming with a bright smile.
The ten maids and guards who followed behind stood in two rows, each holding a brocade box.
"The Khorchin Ulanghanjirmo clan, representing the Khorchin people, extend their best wishes to the Qing Dynasty for peace and prosperity year after year."
After saying that, he turned to the side, took the gift list from a maid, and handed it to her. Liang Jiugong immediately went down to get it.
"For this tribute, the Khorchin tribe presents a thousand fine horses, ten thousand cattle and sheep, and ten boxes each of gold, silver and jewels. We hope Your Majesty will accept them with pleasure."
Emperor Kangxi already had a good impression of Qingqing, and seeing the numbers on the gift list made him even happier.
As expected of Duan Jing, she's truly capable.
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