Huang Taiji narrowed his eyes, deciding to discuss it later.
Sherry lay on the recliner, looking at Huang Taiji with a bored expression.
She had just finished the ordeal of having clothes taken and had just caught her breath.
"Would Nana be willing to take over Kunning Palace?"
Shirley shook her head like a rattle-drum: "I'm afraid I won't be able to find the Emperor, so I'll wait for him at Chengqian Palace. Alas, I'm already a yesterday's flower~"
Shirley sounded listless as she watched Huang Taiji's eyes darting around.
Huang Taiji couldn't help but laugh.
"I was thinking that they're all grown up now, and it's time to choose a wife!"
Upon hearing this, Sherry instantly perked up.
Sherry: How clever I am! I actually guessed it! After all, who else could he like besides Hailanzhu?
A certain system: That's enough, you're really good at patting yourself on the back.
"Oh, sure~ But what if a beautiful girl comes along? I'll just have to grow thin and haggard for her~" Shirley said, unable to hold back her laughter.
Huang Taiji picked her up and sat on the recliner, holding her in his arms.
"I only need you!"
Sherry smiled, her eyes crinkling. She didn't care whether it was genuine or feigned; all she wanted was his empire.
Sherry leaned against him, and soon the emperor and empress entered the palace hand in hand.
Sydney arranged some new etiquette and procedures. Huang Taiji glanced at them, nodded almost imperceptibly, and then continued his meal.
In the fifteenth year of Chongde (1651), the first imperial examination began.
After half a year of arduous travel, preliminary selection, and re-selection.
Sherry had already instructed the three brothers to find girls they liked, and each of them had a copy of the information.
At the end of August, Huang Taiji bestowed a marriage upon him.
He was betrothed to Niohuru, the primary consort of Burha. He also had two secondary consorts, one from the Irgen Gioro clan and the other from the Shifucha clan.
He was betrothed to Khambu's primary consort, a member of the Guarjia clan. He also had two secondary consorts, one from the Borjigit (Khorchin) clan and the other from the Irkule clan.
He was betrothed to Abu Nai, whose primary consort was Lady Nara. His secondary consorts were Lady Li and Lady Shumulu.
He also bestowed concubines upon his first few sons, who were basically either from the Han Banner Army or the Bordered Blue Banner Army.
The crowd probably understood what the emperor meant.
Sherry thought for a moment and then called her two sons over.
Ask them about their future plans.
Kambu simply looked up and smiled, saying, "When we brothers are of one mind, our strength can break metal! My future is the ocean!"
Burha bumped fists with Kambu: "Those foreign devils have far too big an appetite!"
The two brothers looked at each other and smiled.
Sherry was relieved and stopped asking, "Where's your older brother?"
The two brothers chuckled again: "Our eldest brother said his goal is Ryukyu Island!"
Sherry was happy.
"Mother, your son has chosen a few men who can be your sister's husbands!" Burha suddenly said. Sherry felt a little melancholy thinking that her little girl was old enough.
Later, Mo Yali contacted me and asked for my opinion.
Finally, she wanted to stay with her mother and brother.
Sherry looked at the people her son had chosen, and they were all pretty good.
He informed Huang Taiji.
"By the way, Emperor Subude should also make a careful selection. The daughter of Consort Yuan is a suitable candidate to stay in the capital. At least under our noses, no one can bully her!"
Sherry was referring to Hailanzhu's daughter.
Huang Taiji's smile was pure; even his wrinkles and stubble exuded charm.
"Thank you, Nana!"
Subu was well protected by Huang Taiji, but he was somewhat naive and shy.
It was only after Mo Yali gave her sisters various folk trinkets that she hesitantly dared to thank her.
Mo Yali thought she was too shy and didn't fit the princess's temperament, so she pulled her out of the palace to help her.
In just two months, the little girl got so into playing that she forgot all about home and became much bolder.
Huang Taiji was very pleased.
Hailanzhu's family had tried to marry her before, but Huang Taiji refused.
It was only because of the affection between Zhe Zhe and Hai Lan Zhu that the Borjigit princess was allowed to marry into the family.
At the end of the year, the children got married. The mansion had already been renovated.
Sherry hugged Huang Taiji and sobbed, and Huang Taiji tried hard to control his laughter.
In March of the sixteenth year of Chongde (1652), Mo Yali was married, and Huang Taiji conferred upon her the title of Princess Gulun Duanjing!
The prince consort stayed in the capital with the princess.
In May, Subude got married. The triplets stared at the new prince consort like door gods, while the princess beamed with joy, much to the prince consort's dismay. Huang Taiji bestowed upon her the title of Princess Gulun Duanhui!
The prince consort stayed in the capital with the princess.
In July, the "female version of Emperor Shunzhi," looking constipated, married into her maternal grandparents' family in the Khorchin. Emperor Huang Taiji bestowed upon her the title of Princess Heshuo Duanshun!
Huang Taiji's health began to deteriorate.
At the end of the year, Huang Taiji wrote an imperial edict to abdicate the throne.
By the mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:
Since the founding of the Qing Dynasty by our ancestor Nurhaci, our dynasty has been blessed by Heaven and its rule has continued through generations, ensuring a long and prosperous reign. I have now reigned for many years, inheriting the great mandate of Heaven, and the world is at peace, with the people enjoying happiness and prosperity. However, I am getting old and my health is declining. Considering the long-term plans for the country, I should make a decision on the succession as soon as possible to secure the nation and comfort the people.
Among my princes, Bulha is of upright character, intelligent and wise, and deeply loved by me. He received a good education from a young age, is studious as he grows up, and excels in both literary and martial arts, possessing both virtue and ability. He is suitable to be my successor, to inherit the great lineage, and to continue the eternal foundation of my Qing Dynasty.
I have decided to pass the throne to Prince Burha. I have ordered the Imperial Astronomical Bureau to select an auspicious day and time for the enthronement ceremony, to announce this to the world.
During my reign, I have diligently served under the patronage of Emperor Taizu and Emperor Taizong, working tirelessly day and night to ensure the stability of the nation and the happiness of its people. However, I am aware of my own shortcomings and am constantly filled with anxiety and apprehension. I hope that after Prince Burha ascends the throne, he will be able to build upon the legacy of his predecessors, usher in a new era, and promote the prosperity of our Qing Dynasty, ensuring the nation's flourishing and the people's peaceful and prosperous lives.
This decree has been issued and should be obeyed by all.
So be it.
December 20th, the sixteenth year of Chongde
Huang Taiji
Because it was a clear imperial edict of succession, Huang Taiji even often took Bulha with him to handle political affairs.
The courtiers accepted it quickly, even though Huang Taiji's eldest son, Hauge, was somewhat unwilling.
However, because his birth mother, Consort Ulanara, was divorced and not among the five palaces, and he himself was not favored by his father, Huang Taiji, he was repeatedly reprimanded and had low support among the ministers of the two Yellow Banners, so he stopped.
Shuo Sai's birth mother, a concubine, had also been remarried, making him the most vulnerable among the sons. Now that he heard of Shuo Sai's poor health, Huang Taiji would be even less likely to consider him.
Although Burha had half-brothers, he was exceptionally capable and intelligent. He was personally trained by Huang Taiji, was the Empress's legitimate son, and was also a blessed twin!
Therefore, his succession was justified.
After Burha ascended the throne, he was known in history as Emperor Taihe.
"Taihe" signifies national peace and harmony, and people living in peace and contentment.
Zhe Zhe and his brothers and sisters were also granted additional titles.
This includes her half-sister Qimuge and her brother Abu Nai.
Huang Taiji abdicated and became the Supreme Emperor, and he and Shirley spent their days fishing and taking walks.
Finally, Shirley wanted to leave the palace for a walk, and Huang Taiji quietly accompanied her out of the palace.
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