When Sherry woke up, it was still night.
She examined the original owner's memories, a hint of doubt in her eyes.
She was originally the second empress of Emperor Kangxi.
Empress Xiaozhao, Niohuru Wulingzhu.
That woman who died after only six months in power!
Like a fleeting moment, she had no love or children, and lived cautiously, afraid of making a single wrong step!
But she still didn't survive!
Emperor Kangxi would not allow her to give birth to a legitimate son that would affect the position of the crown prince, and the Hesheli clan would not allow her to live!
The claim that Emperor Kangxi was a jinx to his wives is unfounded; she was merely a victim of power struggles among various factions!
The original owner died from various secret medicines.
There was the Empress Dowager's infertility medicine, the Hesheli clan's medicine that could make people die silently, Empress Hesheli's contraceptive medicine, and also Emperor Kangxi's cold medicine!
With all these things piled up, even if she were healthy, what chance would she have of surviving?
Moreover, she had not been in good health since childhood, and she entered the palace at a young age. She was very careful not to make any mistakes that would implicate her family.
She died young.
The original owner was born in the sixteenth year of the Shunzhi reign (1659), a Manchu of the Bordered Yellow Banner, the granddaughter of Eidu, one of the five founding ministers of the early Qing Dynasty, and the daughter of Ebilun, the first-class duke and one of the four regent ministers.
When Emperor Shunzhi died, in order to prevent ministers from seizing power.
The appointment of Sony, Oboi, Suksaha, and Ebilun as regents was intended to check and balance the court officials.
Emperor Kangxi ascended the throne at the age of 8 and lived under the shadow of four powerful ministers for a long time. He wanted to take control of the government as soon as possible!
As Emperor Kangxi grew up, Sony aged.
This prevented him from having enough energy to restrain Ao Bai, who was in his prime.
During this period, Ao Bai not only dared to command his ministers, but also disregarded Emperor Kangxi, displaying an attitude of absolute self-importance.
Ebilun was timid and cowardly, a two-faced person. He believed that he would listen to whoever could give him the greatest benefit.
As a result, Aobai provided Ebilun with sufficient benefits, which further expanded his power and influence in the court.
Ao Bai's ambitions grew step by step, and he then colluded with Suksaha.
Originally, Suksaha and Oboi were related by marriage through their children, so Suksaha should have supported his policies.
However, Suksaha was somewhat stubborn and disliked Aobai. He felt that Aobai's actions infringed on the interests of most people, so he gradually distanced himself from Aobai.
In the end, Ao Bai, for his own selfish reasons, listed 24 crimes against Sukesaha, forcing Kangxi to execute Sukesaha.
This made Emperor Kangxi determined to get rid of Oboi!
After all, no emperor likes his ministers to wield power! Kangxi gradually began to cultivate his trusted confidants, including the later Mingzhu!
Sony instructed his son, Songgotu, to avoid Aobai's advances! His convalescence might well have been a test!
He wanted to force the Empress Dowager to marry him and promise to help Kangxi take over the reins of government!
In order to deal with the current situation, the Empress Dowager weighed the options between the Hesheli clan and the Niohuru clan.
The original owner of this body was Ao Bai's adopted daughter! Ao Bai's daughter, the Empress Dowager, never even considered it, let alone her!
In order to gain Sony's support, they finally decided on Sony's granddaughter, Hesheli.
Of course, it was inevitable that the Empress Dowager and the various factions would restrain each other and counter each other's moves!
At that time, Ebilun was disliked by the Empress Dowager and Emperor Kangxi, and his adoptive father, Aobai, was arrogant and domineering.
Finally, in order to maintain a harmonious relationship between the ruler and his subjects, the original owner was summoned to the palace and given the privileges of a concubine!
On the eighth day of the ninth month of the fourth year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1665), the Kangxi Emperor officially appointed Empress Hesheli. At that time, the Emperor was twelve years old and the Empress was thirteen.
The original owner was 7 years old and waiting to grow up in the palace!
This is also why there was no news about her in the palace in the early stages.
In the sixth year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1667), the emperor assumed personal rule. On September 20th of the same year, Consort Ma Jia gave birth to her eldest son, Cheng Rui!
Emperor Kangxi was overjoyed!
In the 8th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1669), the Kangxi Emperor used a scheme to capture Oboi, achieving a great victory.
On December 13 of the same year, the Empress gave birth to her legitimate son, Chenghu, much to the delight of the Empress Dowager and Emperor Kangxi!
At this time, the Hesheli clan set their sights on the eldest son of Consort Majia.
After all, the eldest son is too special. The Manchus did not adhere to the rule that the eldest son must inherit the throne; that was the Han Chinese system.
In the 9th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1670), Consort Nara gave birth to Chengqing in February. Chengrui died in May.
Consort Nara seemed like a frightened bird, but she still couldn't protect Prince Chengqing.
Everyone in the harem knew perfectly well who had done it, including the Empress Dowager!
But the Empress Dowager knew in her heart that she could only protect him for a while, not forever.
Women in the imperial harem must first learn to survive, and then learn how to protect their children!
Otherwise, it will all be in vain!
She just watched coldly as Prince Chenghu was gone, and as Saiyinchahun was gone too.
The original owner was young, but her upbringing forced her to grow up.
She thought she could sit back and watch the fight, but unexpectedly, she was still drawn into the vortex of the struggle!
It was now the 13th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1674). Prince Baoqing was being raised in the home of a minister outside the palace, and Consort Ma Jia had given birth to a little princess.
The Empress is pregnant again and will give birth in two months.
The original owner had just started menstruating.
This means that she has grown up and is now ready to serve the emperor.
Sherry rolled over and continued sleeping. The world is vast, but hibernation is the most important thing!
Early in the morning, Shirley was woken up by the wet nurse who was serving her.
After all, the original owner was very young when she entered the palace, so she definitely needed someone to take care of her.
Sherry looked at the person in the mirror.
Yes, she was taught by the nannies to be dignified and composed, and the curve of her smile never changed, like a robot with a pre-programmed routine!
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