Kangxi looked at him with a complicated expression, and he probably understood that Yinfu had grown up.
Then it would be best if the brothers ascended the throne. Besides, the eldest brother is impulsive and easily angered, the third brother is not good at controlling people, and the fourth brother is the most cunning!
He wondered more than once if Juechan was so foolish because he had reserved all his wisdom for his children.
"What if I still haven't chosen you?"
"Heh—Father, I've waited all these decades, I have plenty of patience and confidence!" He smiled gently, saying nothing else, but the certainty in his tone made Kangxi very unhappy!
Even though he was very outstanding, he just felt that Yinqi didn't respect him, his father, at all!
But time waits for no one, and he didn't have time, besides!
It is his duty to leave behind an outstanding successor for the country!
Kangxi closed his eyes and waved for him to leave.
What the Eighth Prince didn't say was that if he dared to choose someone else, he wouldn't mind killing his father and seizing the throne!
In any case, in his heart, apart from his mother and brothers and sisters, all the children had to come second, let alone him!
On December 20, 1722 (the 61st year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign), the Kangxi Emperor issued two imperial edicts! He then passed away.
By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:
Since ancient times, emperors have always sought a son of both talent and virtue to inherit the throne. Since my ascension to the throne, I have diligently governed the country and carefully selected capable individuals in order to ensure the long-term stability and prosperity of the nation. Now, after careful consideration, I have decided to designate Prince Yinqi as my successor to the throne.
Yinqi was exceptionally intelligent from a young age, excelling in both character and academics, and was deeply favored by me. Observing his growth, I have seen that he is upright in character, well-mannered, and possesses both talent and virtue, making him suitable to be the crown prince. I hope that he will inherit the great throne, be diligent and frugal, be filial and loyal, and ensure the prosperity of my Great Qing Dynasty and the longevity of my descendants.
The other princes should also diligently perform their duties to protect the royal family, uphold its dignity, and maintain national stability.
This decree is hereby issued and shall be obeyed by all. So be it.
December 19th, the 61st year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign.
The other was the imperial edict bestowing the title of Queen upon Sherry.
By the mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:
Since ancient times, the Empress has been the head of the six palaces, a model of virtue for the nation, and her character matches that of Heaven and Earth. Since my ascension to the throne, I have always upheld filial piety and honored the Empress's position to demonstrate the dignity of the imperial family. Today, I have decided to confer the title of Empress upon Lady Juechan to rectify the system of the six palaces.
Lady Juechan is exceptionally beautiful and virtuous, with outstanding talents. Since entering the palace, she has strictly adhered to palace rules, remaining respectful and humble, and has won my deep favor. Judging from her character, I deem her suitable to be the mistress of the six palaces and a model for the nation.
I hereby decree, effective immediately, to confer upon Juechan the title of Empress, entrusting her with the management of the six palaces and the harem, and to uphold filial piety and loyalty. I expect the Empress to fulfill her responsibilities as the mother of the nation, setting a good example so that all the concubines in the harem will be respectful and obedient, and together maintain the harmony and stability of the royal family.
This decree is hereby issued and shall be obeyed by all. So be it.
December 19th, the 61st year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign.
Sherry felt like she had finally reached the top of the mountain!
The new emperor ascended the throne and was known as Emperor Yongxing.
Yongxing: It means that the country will always be prosperous and thriving.
Prince Zhi and Prince Cheng knelt down to receive the imperial decree with complicated expressions. They felt both sour and angry as they looked at their younger brother's calm and composed demeanor.
However, the weapons presented by Princess Yongle made Yinzhi both envious and glad that he hadn't done anything else!
Little Eighth Brother got busy with his brothers, sisters, and brothers-in-law.
After all, among so many princesses, there are bound to be some who are unwilling to be ordinary, and Garuda gave them that opportunity!
They were all given important positions upon the ascension of the new emperor.
Before Prince Zhi could recover from the grief of losing the throne, he was put to training!
"I want to expand and conquer!"
Upon hearing this, Yinzhi, along with his subordinates and son, immediately got to work.
Yin Zhi was assigned to write the "Inscription on the Stele of Divine Merit and Sacred Virtue" for Emperor Kangxi's Jingling Mausoleum.
Princess Yongle was in charge of researching weapons and firearms.
Yinzu was in charge of trade and overseas exchanges.
Other princesses either researched and cultivated high-yield rice varieties, founded girls' schools, trained female doctors and military doctors, established technical colleges, or joined the army to follow in Princess Yong'an's footsteps...
Little Eight initiated a series of reforms based on his experiences in his dream.
Sherry suggested that the concubines could choose for themselves: those who wanted to leave the palace could leave, and those who didn't could stay in the palace.
Many followed their daughters out of the palace. After finishing her business, Shirley handed things over to the Empress and left.
Halfway through the process, I remembered that I hadn't given Little Eight a "baptism of love" yet, and I was trying to figure out how to tell him without leaving a trace.
Then Little Eight looked at her with a hesitant expression.
Sherry just stared at him, watching his somber expression, and Sherry looked on with trepidation.
"What? Your father wants me to be buried with him?" Shirley thought for a moment, and it was understandable that Kangxi couldn't bear to part with her beauty.
Where can you find such a charming little vixen?
"Mother, don't talk nonsense! What are you saying!" Little Eighth was angry, looking at Xue Li with a face that said, "You're so ignorant."
Sherry was extremely frustrated and angrily turned her head away.
After a short while, she couldn't help but ask him again, "So what's wrong? You don't mean to, you've fallen for a man."
Little Eight's pupils were in shock!
"Hmm...it's not impossible, I'm quite open-minded, but same-sex couples need to be careful—"
"Mother!" Little Eighth Brother couldn't hold back his usual warm smile.
He knew his mother had a wildly imaginative mind, but this was the first time he'd ever heard it so outrageous!
"Son has something important to say, please don't make wild guesses, okay?" Little Eight couldn't laugh anymore.
Shirley smiled sweetly at her eldest son's expression: "Go ahead, Mommy's listening! You're handsome, you can say whatever you want!"
Little Eight: ...This is my own mother!
"My son dreamt of another world, where he met another version of himself. He saw the next three hundred years! My son followed his gaze and saw them too! The future is worrying. My son wants to reform, which might change some of Father Emperor's planned ideas! My son is conflicted!" The eighth prince thought to himself, he had no one to tell, but his mother should understand, right?
After all, someone with a rich imagination should also have a strong ability to learn!
"Then go ahead and do it! Reform will definitely affect the interests of some people! Take your time, there's no rush! Some things can't be rushed. Do what you can first. There are still your descendants who can't rush things!" Shirley felt that Yinzhi's trip was worthwhile.
Little Eight looked at Shirley with some surprise, while Shirley was somewhat confused.
"You wouldn't lie to me, would you?! You have so many brothers and sisters, one of you could take on ten at once, you'd be incredibly useful!"
Little Eight suddenly smiled and said, "Yes, son understands. Thank you for your guidance, Mother!"
"I'm going to Mongolia in a couple of days. Your sister has fought her way into Tsarist Russia, and I want to go see her! I've never been there before!" Sherry was incredibly excited.
Little Eighth Brother wanted to say something but didn't in the end; instead, he arranged a guard for her.
Sherry was overjoyed!
Garuda watched longingly; she wanted to go too, but she had to keep an eye on things for her younger brother.
Yinzu was happy, and happily set off with Xue Li, clutching his big belly!
"Yinzu, you can't be too fat. You're not just fat, you're just plain fat. You're prone to getting sick. Go ride the horse!" Xue Li felt that his round and plump appearance was a waste of her beauty.
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