No matter how hard they searched, they couldn't find him in Mongolia. Yin Tang arranged for people to keep a close watch on him until he died!
The premise is that one shouldn't die easily, and how much more painful would it be to die?
Kangxi knew that Yinzhen had made a move, but the Mongolians were still running around like headless flies.
After investigating the matter, Emperor Kangxi issued an edict reprimanding the department and demanding the return of the princess's remains. He also secretly made further arrangements.
Two years passed in this way, and Emperor Kangxi deposed the crown prince for the second time.
Despite his hoarse voice, Yinzhi still managed to gather a group of court officials with his silver tongue.
Yinzhi was initially hesitant, but seeing that even the Eighth Prince could get away with it, he thought he could do it too, and might as well let him take the throne.
Thus, the two fought to a standstill.
However, Emperor Kangxi was not satisfied and, just as in history, used his background as an excuse to suppress him.
Before Yinzhi could even feel happy, Kangxi tested him on his studies and state affairs for half a day, leaving him terrified and sweating profusely.
It all stopped immediately.
Then the eighth prince turned around and began to support the fourteenth prince, and the fourth prince also stepped forward.
Emperor Kangxi squinted and fell into deep thought.
Then he focused even more intently on the imperial grandsons.
This includes the former crown prince Hongxi and the ninth prince Honghao.
Hongli was only two years old at this time!
Kangxi then carefully examined Yinzhen.
Ten years passed in this way.
No one expected that after decades of fighting, Emperor Kangxi was still alive and in good spirits.
As a result, many princes and nobles had white hair, but the old emperor still held great power.
For ten years, Yinzhen remained as serious and upright as ever, intolerant of any imperfections. Aside from carrying out official duties, he devoted himself to farming and studying Buddhism.
For decades, Yinzhen devoted himself to building bridges, roads, and city walls, cultivating various talents, and then spending his time cuddling with his wife.
Unbeknownst to many, he had quite a few supporters in the court, but they were all peripheral figures without real power, and of course, none of them stood in front of Kangxi.
At this time, both Honghao and Hongchao had already gotten married.
They had three sons and one daughter.
Hongchao's primary wife was from the Guarjia clan, and his secondary wives were from the Zhang and Shumulu clans.
Honghao's primary wife was from the Fuca clan, and his secondary wives were from the Magia and Wu clans.
Because Sarkab was too gentle, Emperor Kangxi was reluctant to let her marry. He personally selected a group of men to enter the palace for the imperial concubine selection and finally betrothed her to Li Qingshi, the grandson of Grand Secretary Li Guangdi.
Li Qingshi was a famous politician and water conservancy expert in the Qing Dynasty.
He had also studied at a college in Sydney, so he volunteered to be the prince consort and earnestly pursued Salkab.
Li Guangdi remained silent after promising "one love for life," which pleased Kangxi greatly.
Tana temporarily refused to get married and followed in Ama's footsteps to their secret encampment.
The twins haven't started families yet because of Sydney's insistence. Of course, they also love traveling all over the world.
Hongyang was particularly fond of swordsmanship, spear fighting, and the study of artillery.
Hongzhang was exceptionally talented, mastering the great works of both Eastern and Western literature. Then, he founded an academy! His aim was to become a teacher for the world!
Hongchao succeeded Yintang and became even more passionate about clothing and garden design, making him one of the earliest real estate developers.
Honghao stood in the imperial court, and even wanted to become the Imperial Advisor! Because the Imperial Advisor could easily stay at home.
Sherry thought it made a lot of sense, but she still said she wanted the throne.
Honghao nodded helplessly in agreement!
After all, Emperor Kangxi would never appoint him as some kind of imperial advisor.
Emperor Kangxi preferred him to be his strategist, since he lazily offered advice that made some of the older, more arrogant court officials suffer greatly.
Emperor Kangxi also wanted to reform the bureaucracy, but he disliked Yinzhen's methods, which were too harsh.
But Honghao is different.
They used various deceptive tactics, playing the good cop while using their trusted brothers to punish others. For example, Yinzhen.
They dealt with the bondservants and corrupt officials.
Yinzhen bore the infamy, while Honghao even appointed himself as a nominal national advisor to give advice to the victims in order to retire with dignity.
Emperor Kangxi, having witnessed this grand spectacle, thought even he was incredibly cunning. "What a scoundrel!"
I'm just too lazy!
Yinzhen was indeed ruthless, but excessively cold-blooded.
It's like a double-edged sword, hurting both yourself and others.
It would be one thing if the sword were pointed at court officials, but what if it were pointed at our brothers...?
Emperor Kangxi dared not gamble; no matter what, he could only imprison him.
The fourth brother isn't close to anyone else, only to him. There's something wrong with that no matter how you look at it.
Honghao is different; he misses his father and mother, and his great-grandson seems quite clever.
They also have the help of their brothers and sisters.
He seems more humane than the fourth brother.
In the same year, the court was embroiled in a case where Longkodo favored his concubine over his wife, allowing her to turn his first wife into a human pig.
There is also various evidence of usury and the buying and selling of official positions.
Yinzhen's most trusted aide was dismissed and investigated!
He had a bad feeling!
soon.
On December 20, 1722, the 61st year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign, the emperor, who had been ill for several months, suddenly appeared in high spirits and issued an imperial edict to his court officials and princes.
By the mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:
Having surveyed the realm and cared for its people, I deeply feel the weighty responsibility of the imperial succession. Now, my grandson Honghao possesses both virtue and talent, embodying benevolence, righteousness, propriety, and wisdom, fully displaying the imperial demeanor. This greatly comforts me. Therefore, I hereby issue this decree to proclaim it to the world.
Grandson Honghao was exceptionally intelligent from a young age, diligent in his studies, knowledgeable in both ancient and modern times, and ambitious. He was well-versed in the principles of governance, upheld benevolence and righteousness, and was compassionate towards the people, earning him the deep respect of the court and the public. Observing his words and deeds and listening to his advice, I am well aware that he has the qualities to become a wise and benevolent ruler.
I now, in accordance with the laws of our ancestors and in accordance with the will of Heaven and the people, hereby appoint my grandson as Emperor to inherit the throne. I hope that after ascending the throne, my grandson will uphold the imperial way, diligently attend to state affairs, govern the country with benevolence, bring peace to the people with propriety, continue to carry forward the fine traditions of our dynasty, and create a new era of prosperity.
I hereby command all officials to assist the new emperor in governing the country, ensuring the people's well-being and the nation's prosperity. So be it!
December 19th, the 61st year of the Kangxi reign
Emperor Kangxi's calligraphy
Upon receiving the imperial edict, the princes were filled with disbelief.
They only thought it was a contest between the fourteenth and fourth princes.
So it turns out there's something to do with the imperial grandson!
They knelt on the ground, dumbfounded, looking at the old emperor on the bed and his nephew, who was kneeling at the front, full of vigor and upright like a pine tree.
"Grandson obeys the decree and will certainly not fail the trust placed in him by Grandfather!" Honghao was more energetic than ever before.
Emperor Kangxi watched with great interest the reactions of his sons and court officials.
"Hehehe...didn't expect that, did you?!" Kangxi laughed like a playful old man.
The princes looked at each other, saying, "Your subjects dare not!"
"It's alright! I didn't expect this either! However, after more than 20 years of evaluation, I believe Honghao's ascension to the throne is well-deserved! You must all perform your duties diligently! Do not bring shame upon our ancestors! Cough cough cough..."
As Kangxi spoke, his chest heaved violently.
"Your subject obeys the decree!" The princes all knelt down.
"We obey!" the ministers replied in unison.
"Alright... Fourth Prince, stay!" Kangxi patted the bed and looked into the void as he spoke.
Everyone withdrew.
Yinzhen paused for a moment, then stepped forward and knelt down on the ground.
"Fourth Prince, are you still resentful?!" Kangxi looked at him with his cloudy eyes.
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