Harigana had no choice but to grit his teeth and drink it down; that bitter taste was truly unforgettable after just one bite.
(Willow shoots, a plant found only in a few places like Hulunbuir, have a bitter taste, and the whole root can be used medicinally. You can find information about it on Baidu. The author personally enjoys eating it; willow shoots stewed with pork ribs is my favorite!)
Kangxi decided to have a good talk with the emperor that evening about why he didn't like eating vegetables. He was currently busy dealing with matters in Habril and his surroundings, as he was to depart early the next morning. He would need to make the final decision on the itinerary for his journey south.
"Jiaojiao! I'll go back first! Would you like to go back to bed and rest?"
Although Harigana also wanted to go back to rest, she thought about Haburi's matter and that she was leaving tomorrow, so she still needed to go find Sengiya!
"Your Majesty, I wish to go find Mother!"
Although Harigana did not say why, Kangxi understood that she wanted to go to Saenjiya and Baoliri to talk about her Egeqi.
After thinking for a moment, he called Li Dequan.
"Li Dequan!"
“Your servant is here!” Li Dequan stepped forward.
"Where is your apprentice?"
Kangxi knew that Li Dequan had an apprentice, and he thought that there was no one capable to serve her in Harigana, and that she was only served by people from her own tribe. If something happened, there would be no one who could give her advice!
"Your Majesty! Prince Li sent me to keep an eye on the eldest princess yesterday!"
Li Dequan was secretly delighted, realizing that his young apprentice had caught the Emperor's eye. He had originally planned to have his apprentice serve him after returning to the palace, and he had already promised the Grand Consort that he would provide the apprentice with a suitable person!
But to my utter surprise, I'm now able to follow this Consort Chen!
"Have him come and serve Consort Chen. If he serves her well, he can stay by her side from now on!"
Harigana had some impression of this young man, but since he was one of Kangxi's men, it would be even better to use him. At least she wouldn't have to worry about whether he would betray her; at most, he would just be Kangxi's spy.
However, we still need to be careful. Life is unpredictable, and anything can happen!
"Oh my, this is wonderful! Your Majesty, Consort Chen! This servant thanks Your Majesty and Consort Chen on behalf of Xiao Li! Your Majesty, rest assured, this servant will definitely instruct Xiao Li properly and guarantee his loyalty to Your Majesty!"
Li Dequan knelt on the ground and kowtowed to both Emperor Kangxi and Harigana.
"Alright! Go and make the arrangements!"
Emperor Kangxi felt a headache coming on when he saw Li Dequan's appearance. He waved his hand and told Li Dequan to go and call Little Li over, while he picked up Harigana and carried him to the bed.
"emperor!"
Harigana was puzzled. She had just said she wanted to go to Seingiya's place, so why did he bring her in?
"You lie down first, and go over after Little Li arrives!"
Kangxi had his own considerations. This matter could not be told to them by Harigana. In case Baoliri and Seinjiya were not reasonable, and Harigana had to plead for Haburi, then Harigana might be in a difficult position!
Therefore, it's best for him to speak first and make his position clear. This way, even if they want Harigana to plead for them, they'll have to consider whether it will be effective.
Most importantly, although the Empress Dowager was involved in this matter, he could not actually do anything to his grandmother, so Harigana's Egeqi had to bear the entire responsibility.
"oh!"
Harigana nodded, without giving it much thought!
Looking at the innocent young girl, Kangxi felt sorry for her and sat down beside her, holding her hand, deciding to give her some pointers.
"Jiaojiao! I will deal with this matter concerning your Egeqi very seriously. Perhaps you will never see this person again! If you want to see her, I can let you see her once."
Harigana nodded; she couldn't refuse to see him! Regardless of whether it was because of what Kangxi said, even if it was just an act, she had to put on a show of sisterly affection, otherwise what would everyone think?
Even if Kangxi hadn't said anything, she would have done it anyway. She was simple-minded, but not foolish!
"Jiaojiao! This matter is not as simple as you think. In fact, you, Egeqi, could not have accomplished such a thing by yourself, but I will not investigate it any further!"
After all, your mother isn't entirely innocent. If she hadn't had her own ulterior motives, no one would have helped her, and what happened last night wouldn't have happened! Do you understand?
Harigana paused for a moment, then, thinking of the conversation she had overheard when she had just regained consciousness, she was somewhat relieved that she hadn't made a sound.
That old witch Bumbutai was involved in both incidents, but why? They hadn't even seen her. Was it because her rank was higher than the others?
Harigana didn't have time to think too much, after all, Kangxi was here, and she couldn't let Kangxi know that she already knew that the mastermind was the Grand Empress Dowager!
However, she could ignore Habur, but she still needed to make things clear to her mother about this matter! In the morning, she also heard the name Unduer. If he remembered correctly, he was the leader of a tribe in Khorchin.
She wanted to tell her mother to be careful if she encountered them in the future. As for whether or not to avenge Habu, that was a matter between the two of them!
"Your Majesty, I understand! Thank you for your guidance!"
Kangxi hummed in agreement, quite pleased with Harigana's sensible attitude. If it were anyone else, they might have asked who the mastermind was, trying to get some information, but this little girl actually trusted him so much.
"Jiaojiao, be good! Take a nap first, and go find Seneja when Xiao Li calls you!"
"Alright! I understand!"
Harigana remained obedient, but he was secretly plotting something else.
Kangxi left to deal with Habril's affairs.
"Princess, Surina Ania has arrived!"
Dulan quietly walked in and, seeing that Harigana was not asleep, then reported it.
"Please come in quickly!"
Harigana sat up, wanting to go outside! But just as he put on his shoes, Sarina, led by Dulan, walked behind the screen.
"This servant greets Consort Chen!"
Su Rina's serious demeanor startled Harigana, as this was quite different from what she had imagined! Her sister-in-law was such a good person, how could her aunt be like this!
“Ania, please get up, there’s no need for that!” Harigana stepped forward and personally helped Sarina up.
"Your Highness! This is the rule. From now on, please don't call me Anya anymore! Just call me Granny Su!"
Looking at Harigana's appearance, Surina finally understood why Erdun valued her so much! As long as this girl didn't court disaster, she would surely enjoy unparalleled favor even in Emperor Kangxi's harem!
However, Erdun said that Harigana is simple-minded and has a rather gentle nature, so she needs to give her more guidance in the future.
Looking at it now, his personality is quite good; at least for now, he doesn't seem arrogant or impatient at all!
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