As noon approached, the full moon banquet began. Lady Yin Genjue Luo personally carried the baby, Duoxi Hui, wrapped in a bright yellow swaddling cloth, from a side hall. The women all stood up and praised the little prince for his excellent appearance and intelligence.
"Princess Consort of Prince Zhi, the young prince looks very fortunate, he looks exceptionally good!" the officials' wives said one by one.
Holding her son, Lady Yin Genjue Luo listened to the officials' wives' words and felt very happy. What woman didn't want her son to be praised? When Hafeng A was a month old, the officials' wives were just as lively.
In contrast, Consort Dong'e was unhappy. Of the three mansions, only the Third Consort had no legitimate son. Now, only Consort Dong'e's child was still alive.
Even though he was registered under the name of the Third Prince's wife, he was still raised in the courtyard of the Second Prince's wife. At the baby's third-day celebration, full-moon banquet, and first birthday banquet, Yinzhi had the Second Prince's wife attend in person, which directly humiliated the Third Prince's wife.
"Fourth Princess Consort, if the young prince of Hafenga is awake, please bring him here as well. We saw him last time and he was very healthy. It would be quite lively to have two princes together," Lady Duolongao quickly said.
Pfft!
“Hesheli, you won’t get your wish this time. Hafeng’a is probably taking a nap right now. We’ll let you see Hafeng’a next time.” Qingyan covered her mouth and laughed.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will certainly remember!" Lady Duolong'ao quickly agreed.
At several banquets, Madam Duolongao always stood behind Lady Yingenjueluo and Qingyan, indicating that the three of them had a good relationship.
"Fourth sister-in-law, you all seem so relaxed and happy, while we poor people in the capital are suffering!" the Third Princess said coldly.
Qingyan didn't care. Dong'e was always finding fault. Had he ever made things difficult for her?
"Third Sister-in-law, with Master busy with matters at the military port, we can only secure the rear. Who can relax? Father Emperor is in the capital, surely he can keep you busy?" Qingyan's words made Dong Eshi realize something was wrong.
Qingyan's words implied that Dong E was even busier than Kangxi, which suggests that Yinzhi wanted that position.
As soon as he finished speaking, the women gasped, preparing to go back and tell their masters not to get too close to the Third Master.
"Fourth sister-in-law, that's too much. Third sister-in-law didn't say that!" Dong E quickly tried to salvage the situation.
"From the moment you walked in, you've been talking about my sister-in-law and me. Isn't that what you meant? I'm just making your meaning clear!" Qingyan sneered.
It was common knowledge that the Third and Fourth Princess Consorts were at odds with each other among the royal sisters-in-law, but on the surface, Qingyan was happy to maintain a facade of peace.
If Dong Eshi continues to press her, Qingyan will have no choice but to retaliate.
"It was just a joke with my sister-in-law, why did you take it so seriously?" Dong Eshi asked with an embarrassed smile.
"I have my bottom line. If you cross the line with the master and the child, or anyone who dares to offend me, I won't offer any benefits." Qingyan slammed the teacup she was holding down.
When Dorsey heard Qingyan's voice, he looked over there with his big eyes.
"Alright, little darling, Duoxihun is looking for you!" Yin Genjueluo felt that Qingyan was right.
Upon hearing what Yingenjueluo said, Qingyan quickly stood up, walked to her side, and picked up Duoxihui.
She saw Dorsey give her a toothless smile, and a gentle smile appeared on his face as well.
"Sister-in-law, Duoxihui is smiling again!" Qingyan, holding the child, couldn't help but laugh.
Dong Eshi secretly envied her two sisters-in-law, both of whom had legitimate sons. Yingenjueluo Shi gave birth to Songkelierha, but there had been no good news for several years, which made many people ready to laugh at her.
"Little darling, Duoxihui likes you!" Yin Genjueluo covered her mouth and laughed.
“I’ve always watched him. It’s only natural that the little guy likes me. Hafeng also likes his sister-in-law!” Qingyan said with a smile.
The two women were already familiar with the officials' families, so they spoke directly.
After being choked a few times, Lady Dong'e could only sit awkwardly in the armchair with an embarrassed smile on her face, becoming a mere backdrop.
"Third Princess Consort, do you have any new instructions for coming this time?" asked a member of the official's family near the door. Qingyan looked towards the door and couldn't help but sneer inwardly. This person was someone behind the Crown Prince. All along, Yin and Yin had been suppressing all the soldiers. Some people who had connections with the Crown Prince saw Dong E's arrival and thought it was a signal from the Crown Prince, so they quickly asked.
"Father Emperor has gone on a southern tour and sent you here to pave the way," Dong Eshi replied cautiously.
Everyone knows that Dong Eshi was being squeezed out by Yingenjueluoshi and Qingyan, and the sisters-in-law were fighting each other, so she looked very aggrieved.
Qingyan didn't care about any of that and focused on coaxing Duoxihui.
"Third Princess Consort, what are you saying? Does His Majesty intend to come here for an inspection?" the official's wife quickly asked.
"Yes, when Father Emperor makes his southern tour, he will come to the naval ports of Guangdong and Guangxi," the Third Princess Consort said confidently.
Dong Eshi acted as if she had come in place of Emperor Kangxi, and her arrogant demeanor made the officials' wives secretly laugh. It seemed that the Third Prince's wife was not valued. Yinzhi's reputation was much greater within the Hanlin Academy, but he certainly wouldn't stand a chance outside.
"Third sister-in-law, are you telling the truth?!" Yin Genjue Luo Shi glanced at Dong E Shi.
"Yes, Father's edict has not yet been issued, but it should be issued soon," Dong Eshi quickly replied.
"Sister-in-law, we need to make proper preparations!" Qingyan said, glancing at Yingenjueluo Shi. "Also, you should go back and prepare yourselves. Mother will definitely be coming, so you should come in to pay your respects!"
As soon as the words were spoken, the women were all nervous. The wives of officials were of low rank, so they were not qualified to come to the capital to pay their respects. They were all a little nervous when they first met Lady Yin Genjue Luo and Qing Yan in the military port, let alone Consort Tong.
"Fourth Princess Consort, is it true? Consort Tong is coming?!" asked Duolong'ao's wife.
Qingyan nodded, and the women began to discuss among themselves. In their eyes, Consort Tong was definitely a noblewoman. If they could leave a good impression on her, it would be good for the men.
"Yes, Mother brought a letter saying she will come with the Emperor." Qingyan nodded. Consort Tong was even more eager to see Hafeng'a and Duoxihui. The gifts for the two little princes' third-day celebration and full-moon celebration had been sent in advance.
Lady Yin Genjue Luo felt relieved. Consort Tong had come to support Lady Yin Genjue Luo and Qing Yan.
"Then I must dress up nicely!" Duolongao said with a smile, clutching a handkerchief.
Pfft!
"You've got a sharp tongue!" Qingyan shook her head.
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