Meanwhile, the White Lotus sect, which opposed the Qing dynasty and sought to restore the Ming dynasty, largely originated from Jiangnan.
In Jiangnan, a place where Manchus were ostracized, Shi Wenbing was beloved by the people, which is enough to prove his ability.
It was precisely because of this ability that Emperor Kangxi praised him highly.
In the 23rd year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1684), the Kangxi Emperor made his first southern tour.
Because of Shi Wenbing's usefulness, Kangxi took notice of Shi Wenbing's daughter, who was the original owner of the body.
Emperor Kangxi valued family background, marriage alliances, and especially a woman's character and talent.
After all, he valued the Crown Prince, so the choice of a consort for the Crown Prince was naturally different from that for the other princes.
Emperor Kangxi was not only selecting a crown princess, but also choosing a future empress who would rule the world.
Therefore, while birth is important, temperament is even more important.
Historically, Guarjia was indeed worthy of the praise as a virtuous wife.
Although Lady Guarjia did not bear any sons for Yinreng, she took good care of all of Yinreng's illegitimate children and fulfilled her duties as his legal mother.
If Yinreng were to ascend the throne, Lady Guarjia might become a wise and virtuous empress.
Emperor Kangxi's choice of the Shi family was to provide the Crown Prince with a strong guarantee; with the Shi family's support, the Crown Prince's position would only become more secure. It was more of a political alliance than a marriage of convenience.
"Born with filial piety and gentle nature."
This is Emperor Kangxi's evaluation of the original person.
Even after the Crown Prince was imprisoned and the Crown Princess passed away, Emperor Kangxi was still very satisfied with her.
Therefore, after the first southern tour, Kangxi directly arranged a marriage between the crown prince and Yingheng of the Guarjia clan.
However, things always take unexpected turns!
The 25th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign (1686) was another year for selecting imperial concubines.
Emperor Kangxi then appointed two concubines, Lady Li and Lady Cheng, to the Crown Prince.
If the original owner of this body had been able to get married smoothly, things might have been different.
Historically, in the same year, the original owner's grandfather fell ill and passed away. After that, the original owner observed a year of mourning.
Emperor Kangxi felt sorry for the Crown Prince, so his concubine entered Yuqing Palace first.
Just after the mourning period ended, the Empress Dowager, a powerful woman who had served three emperors, passed away in the 27th year of the Kangxi Emperor's reign.
So they waited for another three years, and just as those three years were over, the original owner's mother also passed away.
Therefore, they faced another three years of mourning.
As the years passed, the Crown Prince's initial anticipation and excitement for his wedding gradually faded.
All that remained was an indescribable sense of loss and exhaustion.
So when the actual wedding was about to take place, the excitement and joy had disappeared, leaving only a very bland feeling.
During these seven years, the concubine who was originally scheduled to enter the Crown Prince's residence in the same year as the Crown Princess entered Yuqing Palace much earlier.
During these seven years, she spent time with the Crown Prince, and their feelings for each other grew stronger.
Therefore, the arrival of the Crown Princess at this time was like her interfering in the relationship between the Crown Prince and his concubine, much like a sudden outsider.
The interaction between the two of them was very awkward and unfamiliar.
As the chosen one of heaven, the crown prince was not someone who was willing to compromise himself.
Faced with this uncomfortable feeling, he turned and went to the courtyard of his concubine.
This further strained the relationship between the Crown Prince and his wife.
Of course, he would still come for the sake of his legitimate son, but he would show no consideration whatsoever.
The original owner of this body acted as a proper matriarch, being considerate to her husband, kind to her illegitimate children, and sharing the burden of palace affairs...
However, it is true that she is unhappy and melancholy!
Later, he was also imprisoned and neglected along with the Crown Prince.
One memorial to the throne mentioned:
[Prince Jian of the First Rank, Yarjiang'a, and others submitted a memorial regarding the presentation of large blocks of ice.]
June 12th, the 60th year of Kang Pei
Prince Jian of the First Rank, your subject Yarjianga and others respectfully submit this memorial:
We, your humble servants, have been taking our meals through the caves at our garrison. Now that it is hot, we may open the gates as usual and bring in large blocks of ice. Therefore, we respectfully submit this memorial. We request Your Majesty's approval.
Prince Jian of the First Rank, Yarjiang'a; Prince Shuncheng of the Second Rank, Xibao; Duke Zhenguo, Zhunda; Duke Fuguo, Ablan; Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Dase; Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Wu Guang; Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Taibu; Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Boertun; Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Zongshi Shanshou.
Imperial comment: As requested.
There are various accounts, saying that after Yinreng was deposed and imprisoned, he lived a relatively good life, and that Emperor Kangxi treated him fairly well.
As the saying goes, a phoenix that has lost its feathers is no better than a chicken.
Just by looking at this memorial, one can tell that Yinreng's imprisonment was actually very humiliating.
He also had to be consulted and reported on at the slightest sign of trouble.
Whether speaking to the guards or eating, one had to first strike the cloud-shaped plaque from the inside to communicate through a small brick hole; the main gate was not allowed to be opened without Emperor Kangxi's approval.
In special cases where ice cannot be transported through the brick hole, the door can only be opened after "requesting permission".
Imagine a "brick hole"—it's probably similar to a "dog hole," meaning you can barely see outside.
What a humiliation!
Thinking of this, Sherry rubbed her forehead, turned over, and went to sleep.
At this time, the original owner of this body was 13 years old.
After being betrothed by Emperor Kangxi, the palace tutors and instructors watched over her every day as she learned etiquette.
Before going to sleep, Sherry was extremely grateful that her arrival was just in time!
Not too early, not too late. If it's too early, she'll have to learn the proper etiquette; if it's too late, she'll have to observe mourning and postpone her wedding.
The next day, Sherry woke up.
The maids filed in, carrying clothes and toiletries.
Yuebai gently helped Xueli up, and then began to cleanse her face, rinse her mouth, and do her makeup.
Perhaps because I didn't sleep all night and thought about it for a long time, I feel a bit sleepy when I get up early.
"How is Grandfather?" Shirley closed her eyes and pretended to sleep for a while, letting the little maid do her makeup.
Originally, the original owner was still young; all she needed to do was comb her hair and apply some floral dew to her face.
"Replying to Miss, the old master probably can't sleep well at night; the doctor is watching over him!"
Bi Bai replied.
Sherry opened her eyes and nodded slightly.
The original owner's appearance wasn't particularly stunning, but she had a very elegant demeanor.
She possesses both the gentleness of Han women and the softness of women from Jiangnan.
That shouldn't be the case; the Aisin Gioro family seems to have a particular fondness for white flowers!
Isn't that enough for the innocent-looking girl?!
Yinreng has gone blind!?
Sherry thought angrily.
Thankfully, this was the original owner's wish...
Otherwise, it would be much more appropriate for her to marry his father directly.
Sherry thought about it, her eyes filled with regret.
After getting ready, I went to the main courtyard.
The original owner's mother was waiting, so after the meal, she went to see the original owner's grandfather.
At a glance, Sherry could tell the original owner's mother's physical condition.
Well, her diagnostic methods of observation, listening, questioning, and palpation were still lacking; it was mainly based on a spiritual scan.
Whether one's breathing is smooth or not, and whether one's blood vessels are blocked or not, is immediately apparent.
Sherry cuddled softly against Mrs. Shi's arm, acting coquettishly.
The original owner's mother was Daishan's great-granddaughter. To put it bluntly, the Guarjia clan had also been intermarrying with the royal family for generations.
"How can someone so old still act like a child!"
Madam Shi smiled indulgently. Ever since the original owner was betrothed, she had been taught proper etiquette by the nannies and hadn't been able to act coquettishly with her elders for a long time.
Right now, she was very happy!
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