Thinking that my mother is currently recuperating in Chunqi Xiuse, she must not know about this matter.
Then, the Seventh Prince Hongzhao whispered, "Mother, Father Emperor had the Imperial Household Department surrounded early this morning."
Ituma Shushu was taken aback by what she heard; for a moment, she thought she had misheard.
She paused for a moment before asking in a low voice, "Hongzhao, are you saying that your father, the Emperor, took action against the Imperial Household Department?"
The seventh prince, Hongzhao, nodded solemnly and whispered, "Yes, Mother."
Ituma Shushu immediately thought of Consort Yun, because she knew that Consort Yun came from a family of bondservants from the Upper Three Banners of the Imperial Household Department.
Could it be that by sheer coincidence, Emperor Yongzheng discovered some secrets within the Imperial Household Department while monitoring Consort Yun?
Yes, if Consort Yun intends to use her family's power to attack me, it is indeed very likely that Emperor Yongzheng will find out.
In the early years after Emperor Yongzheng ascended the throne, he focused his main energy on the affairs of the court and implemented a number of reforms.
Over the years, Emperor Yongzheng's reforms have changed the dynasty's tax system.
Therefore, the imperial finances became stronger and stronger, and at the same time, the financial resources of the Imperial Household Department also became stronger and stronger.
However, as the saying goes, wealth can corrupt people, so the number of times corruption occurred in the Imperial Household Department was bound to increase.
Now that Consort Yun is making moves through her family, it's likely that Emperor Yongzheng has taken notice of everything.
Given Emperor Yongzheng's intolerant nature, it's highly unlikely he would turn a blind eye to what's happening right under his nose as he used to!
Moreover, Emperor Yongzheng has been on the throne for so many years now, and he has enough energy to devote to the Imperial Household Department, his own private treasury management agency.
Thinking of this, Ituma Shushu's eyes darted around, and she said softly, "Back when your mother was still a concubine, I knew that some concubines did indeed live a more comfortable life than others."
She paused for a moment, then continued softly, "Now that I think about it, those ladies-in-waiting also seem to have come from the Upper Three Banners of the Imperial Household Department."
The Seventh Prince, Hongzhao, seemed to be deep in thought upon hearing this.
...
The Hall of Diligent Governance.
"..."
One of the imperial guards replied, "Your Majesty, this servant has already imprisoned them in the Censorate."
Another imperial guard reported, "Your Majesty, the confiscated items are being inventoried."
Yongzheng nodded and said in a deep voice, "Yes, I understand. You may all leave now."
"Yes, Your Majesty, this servant takes his leave."
After the two imperial guards responded, they quietly withdrew.
After a while, Yongzheng picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and a faint hint of coolness flashed in his eyes.
I really didn't expect that monitoring Consort Yun would lead to so many discoveries!
It seems that my mild approach over the past few years has emboldened these lackeys.
However, it's time to deal with Consort Yun...
Well, this way, Consort Shu won't be implicated, and no one will know that the reason for his major turmoil against the Imperial Household Department was because Consort Yun wanted to harm Consort Shu.
The Imperial Household Department is too involved, and we cannot let others know that Consort Shu is also involved, otherwise it would be detrimental to Consort Shu and her six children.
Thinking of this, Yongzheng called out, "Su Peisheng."
"Your Majesty, this servant is here."
Su Peisheng hurriedly ran in and responded.
Emperor Yongzheng said in a deep voice, "The wind is gentle and the moon is bright."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
...
A few days later, the weather was clear and the moon was bright.
The concubines bowed and said, "Greetings to Her Majesty the Empress."
"Rise, all of you," the Empress said calmly.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Then the concubines took their seats in turn. Consort Xi and Consort Yu exchanged a glance.
Consort Xi nodded slightly and spoke first: "Your Majesty the Empress, why didn't Consort Yun come to pay her respects today?"
Upon hearing this, the Empress said softly, "I believe everyone is aware of what has happened recently, so I won't say any more."
Consort Yun, along with Consort Liu, Consort Ji, Consort Wang, and Consort Ying, were implicated in this matter and were all required to remain in the palace for a year to reflect on their actions.
After hearing the Empress's words, Consort Qi, Consort Xi, and Consort Yu all breathed a sigh of relief.
After glancing at the concubines, the Empress continued, "The Emperor didn't blame them for their family's affairs because they have always been careful in their words and deeds since entering the palace."
Therefore, after discussing it with the Emperor, I have decided to confine them to their palaces for a year to reflect on their actions.
The concubines quickly rose and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty is merciful, Your Majesty the Empress is merciful."
...
The next day, the scenery was exceptionally beautiful.
It was time for Ituma Shushu and her six children to chat after dismissing the servants.
The Seventh Prince Hongzhao had just told Ituma Shushu about how Emperor Yongzheng had dealt with several of the concubines in the harem.
After hearing this, Ituma Shushu frowned and thought to herself: Could it be that this matter actually has nothing to do with Consort Yun, and that I was just overthinking things before?
The Seventh Prince, Hongzhao, frowned and whispered, "Mother, Father Emperor only ordered Consort Yun to stay in the palace to reflect on her mistakes."
The Eighth Prince Hongxu and the Ninth Prince Hongxuan both nodded with serious expressions.
Ituma Shushu's heart stirred, and she said softly, "This matter was not originally the fault of these concubines in the harem. Your Emperor is kind, and there is nothing wrong with this handling."
Moreover, Consort Yun is only a concubine, and now she has to stay in the palace for a year to reflect on her mistakes, which means that she will not have the opportunity to see your Emperor Father for a year.
It's hard to say whether your imperial father will even remember her in the future. This is actually a rather severe punishment for the concubines in the harem.
Therefore, although Consort Yun harbors ill will towards your mother, it will be difficult for her to harm her in the future.
Then she said seriously, "As for what your mother told you before, that's a matter within your father's palace."
Just be aware of this; remember, the harem is not a place for you to interfere.
The Seventh Prince, Hongzhao, said solemnly, "Mother, we know what we're doing, and we certainly won't do anything reckless."
Eighth Prince Hongxu leaned closer and whispered, "Mother, we did observe what you asked us to observe before. Hongxu knows that children shouldn't interfere in Father's affairs."
Ninth Prince Hongxuan also came over and whispered, "Mother, Mother, we know what you mean. It means that after Hongxuan marries a princess, he won't let his children manage the affairs of his own household."
*Ahem* Ituma Shushu felt a pang of embarrassment, thinking to herself: Well, you lot are different from the children in the world before your mother transmigrated.
In this world, you people your age should know these things.
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