On the way back to Beijing, when Kangxi sent the twins to ride in the imperial carriage, Batu Buhe was stunned. The three of them even listened to Kangxi's instructions while still in the carriage.
This trip back to Beijing was close to the Golden Festival, and many Mongolian leaders followed. They were delighted to discover that Batu Buhe had been following the twins, as few Mongolian leaders had been valued by Emperor Kangxi.
When Yinzhen heard the Mongol leaders' discussion, a cold smile appeared on his face. If he didn't give them a satisfactory answer, the relationship between the Manchus and Mongols might be strained.
"Good boy, after the children return, let them stay quietly in the carriage. They can go out after we return to the capital." Yinzhen had absolutely no good impression of the Mongol leaders.
Batu Buhe was still in mourning, yet a Mongolian leader wanted to host a banquet for him.
Such situations are very common on the grasslands, but they would absolutely not work for Yinzhen.
In the future, Batubuhe will live in the capital. If someone uses this as leverage, Batubuhe's future will certainly be difficult.
"Should we inform Batubuhe and let him think it through?" Qingyan asked Yinzhen.
"Of course we should. Although Batu Buhe is young, he is very sensible." Yinzhen rubbed his temples. Ever since Batu Buhe came to their side, the censors' eyes have been focused on their family.
Around noon, the three children finally returned. They entered the carriage, quickly bowed, and then rushed to the dining table. All three of them were starving after lunch.
"Batu Buhe, your father has something to discuss with you," Yinzhen said, looking at Batu Buhe.
After lunch, everyone sat around the kang table, and Batubuhe looked at him with a good expression.
"Father, what's wrong?" Batubuhe asked.
"From today onwards, you shall stay in the carriage. No matter who invites you, you shall not leave!" Yinzhen said directly.
Batubuhe was completely bewildered. What had he done wrong? Or had he failed to follow the rules?
“Batubuhe, in the grasslands, many rules can be disregarded. But you will be living in the capital in the future, and many rules must be strictly followed. Otherwise... the censors will definitely not let you off the hook!” Qingyan noticed that the guy looked confused and quickly explained.
Hutu Lifengsheng Zhalafen's eyes flickered slightly. There were many rumors circulating in the camp that Batu Buhe was only observing mourning on the surface, but in reality, he had already broken many rules.
A few days ago, Emperor Kangxi was fortunate to personally visit Batu Buhe, who was still young and did not need to restrict his diet, lest it be detrimental to his growth.
The Mongol leaders, however, became somewhat complacent, believing that Batumuhe had done an excellent job. In the past, many censors had impeached the Mongol leaders for drinking and making merry during the mourning period, but Emperor Kangxi had always turned a blind eye and let it go.
Batubuhe is in trouble. If he is not careful now, his life will not be easy after the Mongol leaders leave the capital.
"Father, you're talking about those invitations!?" Batubuhe was stunned. So that's how it is...
“You are already five years old by the traditional Chinese age reckoning. In another year, you will be going to the study. You must be prepared for these things.” Yinzhen did not want Batu Buhe’s reputation to be ruined.
“Father, the Emperor summoned us today for this matter. Moreover, the Emperor also warned Batu Buhe to be careful, as there might be someone deliberately causing trouble,” Yiken said, rubbing his head.
Qingyan looked at the three guys in front of him and smiled slightly. Under Kangxi's repeated instruction, these three guys were definitely not people who could be tricked.
Yinzhen nodded in satisfaction. As long as his own child wasn't harmed, he didn't care what others did.
As evening approached, Emperor Kangxi ordered the camp to be set up. Many people invited Batu Buhe to dine with them, but Batu Buhe, following the wishes of Yinzhen and Qingyan, declined them all, preferring to transcribe scriptures for Abu inside the tent.
“Father, I’ve decided that every morning, Huricha will burn the scriptures. That way, no one else can do anything else!” Batubuhe’s speed in copying the Heart Sutra has increased considerably. After dinner, he can copy just one copy of the Heart Sutra. Every morning, Huricha will burn the scriptures.
"Alright!" Yinzhen nodded. "Don't overwork yourself. Even if things outside can't be resolved, we still have Father and Mother!"
After having dinner, Batu Buhe returned to his tent. Yinzhen sat lazily in a grand chair, and Qingyan walked to his side.
"Fourth Prince, is someone targeting Batu Buhe, or is it targeting us?" Qingyan understood that many people hoped that Yinzhen's side would make a mistake. If Batu Buhe was plotted against because of them, Qingyan would feel very bad.
“It should be aimed at Batu Buhe. You need to know how important the position of the Right Wing Prince is. In addition, the two legitimate sons of the old prince have been dealt with. Cutting off the root of the problem, it is hard to guarantee that it will not harm the interests of some people,” Yinzhen said directly.
Qingyan was slightly taken aback; the old prince had actually gone after his own son.
"Fourth Prince, why would the old prince do such a thing?" Qingyan asked, puzzled.
"If we don't take action, and Father Emperor takes action himself, not only will his two legitimate sons be wiped out, but his entire bloodline may also be exterminated!" Yinzhen had received some information that the actions of those two legitimate sons were truly outrageous.
Qingyan was slightly taken aback. The old princes' methods were becoming increasingly drastic. No wonder things had turned out this way.
"Fourth Prince, shall we pretend we don't know?" Qingyan understood Yinzhen's actions; he clearly wanted to protect Batu Buhe.
"Hehe, that's for sure." Yinzhen nodded. "You should know more about the situation in the Right Wing Prince's tribe. There's not much we can do to help this child."
"There's no chaos yet. The people the old prince left for Batubuhe are all capable, and Huricha is one of them. I think he should be quite capable," Qingyan said directly.
Yinzhen was relieved. He decided to keep all the capable people the old prince had given him, and get rid of the unusable ones. Once Batu Buhe grew up, these people might develop ambitions.
"Furthermore, Father Emperor's intention is to leave the leaders of the two tribes behind, who have already begun to establish residences in the capital. These two should be kept away from Batu Buhe as much as possible." Having received Li Dequan's hint, Yinzhen prepared to let Qingyan handle the matter.
"Don't worry, I understand!" Qingyan nodded.
He squeezed her hand, a smile on his face. After returning to the capital, the family could go back to the garden. The women would often invite Qingyan out, but he knew that Qingyan didn't like these social engagements.
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