The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Yin woke Qingyan up, reminding her that it was time to pay her respects to Emperor Kangxi and Consort Tong.
The princes and their wives were required to pay their respects to Emperor Kangxi and Consort Tong according to custom, which was two hours later than the time when the emperor was in the palace.
She took out a pocket watch from her purse. It was just 6:30, so she wasn't expected to have to pay her respects at 3 or 4 in the morning like the public.
"Fourth Prince, which concubines did Father Emperor bring out?" Qingyan wanted the farmer to know which concubines they would be facing.
Yin froze. All the concubines that Kangxi had brought were from Mongolia.
"Little darling, if someone asks about Hutuli Fengsheng Zhalafen's marriage, just tell them to listen to me!" Yin discovered that the concubines he brought this time all had Mongolian ancestry.
Of the children who came out together, only Hutuli Fengsheng Zhalafen had the deepest influence.
The Mongolian princes submitted numerous memorials, resolutely refusing to allow their daughters to marry into Mongolia.
Her hand froze. Was her daughter being targeted?
"Okay, Sisi... will everything be alright?" Qingyan felt uneasy.
"Don't worry, I'll take care of everything!" Yin said softly.
Qingyan blinked, finally relieved.
Later, Qingyan entered the phoenix carriage. Consort Tong had just finished her breakfast, and the other concubines and wives had not yet arrived. When they saw Qingyan come in, they quickly waved to her.
"Little darling, come here quickly!" Consort Tong looked quite well; her pale yellow dress made her complexion appear even more rosy.
"Greetings to Mother!" Qingyan greeted her respectfully and then walked behind Consort Tong.
"Little darling, a few Mongolian wives will be coming over soon. They'll mention the matter of Hutuli Fengsheng Zhalafen. Just say that everything needs to be decided by Yin!" Consort Tong recalled what Emperor Kangxi had said; Yin was famous for doting on his daughter.
The little princess of the twins has attracted everyone's attention, and many Mongolian princes are preparing to propose marriage to their sons at the imperial table.
"Huh?!" Qingyan was stunned.
Consort Tong and Prince Yin both mentioned the marriage of Hutuli Fengsheng Zhalafen, and the thing Qingyan had been worried about still came to pass.
"Mother, those people are still watching?!" Qingyan pondered how to refuse. "The twins are a bit weak."
Outsiders may not know the two little ones' health condition, but Consort Tong does. Xiao Guai takes great care of them, which is why the two little ones are so healthy now.
"Hmm," Consort Tong said, glancing at the empty carriage. She prepared to have a serious talk with Xiao Guai. "The attraction to Mongolia is too great. His Majesty's intention is to resolutely refuse. Our little princess cannot come here to suffer!"
Emperor Kangxi had many granddaughters, but Hutulifengsheng Zhalafen and Songkelierha were the two he saw most often. These two granddaughters were the only two legitimate daughters among the three sons born of the emperor.
"Mother, if I go too far, what will happen to the Mongolian wives...?" Qingyan didn't finish her sentence.
After all, the Mongol wives had high standards, and everyone's attention was focused on the two legitimate young princesses.
Songkri Yirha was also brought here to relax. Yin protected his daughter, and anyone who dared to plot against her would probably be dealt with directly.
"No! If anything happens, your mother will support you." Consort Tong waved her hand, taking all the blame upon herself. "Eldest daughter-in-law, you're saying this for my benefit too!"
When Consort Tong saw Lady Yin Genjue Luo leading her daughter in, she felt a warmth in her heart upon hearing Consort Tong's words.
Before the autumn harvest, she was very worried that Kangxi would arrange a marriage for her daughter. Consort Tong's words reassured Lady Yin Genjueluo.
"Your Highness, I understand!" Lady Yingenjueluo led her daughter to bow to Consort Tong. "My little darling, are the two children making a fuss?"
Songkrijerha was traveling far from home for the first time, and she often made a fuss at night. Xiao Guai's two younger children were even more unruly than her daughter.
Qingyan nodded helplessly. Yiken'e and Hutulifengsheng Zhalafen were twins, and their telepathic connection was too strong. They cried together and slept together.
If you sleep too much during the day, you'll be restless at night.
"Let the nannies watch over you. You two can't stay awake!" Consort Tong felt sorry for the two children, as she had to pay her respects and handle affairs during the day, and take care of them at night.
"Mother, the two little ones are quite well-behaved, but I'm still worried about leaving them in the carriage in the back!" If something like this could happen to the two children at the mansion, there will be even more people watching them once they leave the house.
When Consort Tong saw Qingyan's face stiffen, she understood what Xiaoguai was worried about.
"Send the two children to the imperial carriage!" Consort Tong prepared to experience what it was like to be a regular old woman.
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Qingyan looked at Consort Tong in surprise and escorted the children to the imperial carriage...
"I'll watch it myself!" Consort Tong smiled. Emperor Kangxi was also busy, and she was looking for something to do.
"No, no!" Qingyan quickly refused. "Mother, Father's sleep is more important!"
Yin repeatedly instructed that they absolutely must not be sent to the imperial carriage. Before the autumn harvest, Kangxi still needed to handle matters and would not be able to sleep well at night, which meant they were no longer young.
"It's decided then, Shu. Go pick up the two children this afternoon!" Consort Tong didn't give Qingyan a chance to refuse. "You and the fourth prince should rest well. From now on, I will have Shu pick them up personally every day!"
The imperial carriage was the safest, and the twins, a boy and a girl, were especially protected by the royal family.
The three had only been chatting for a short time when Shuzhu came to report that the Mongolian wives had arrived.
The carriage curtain was lifted, and three women dressed in bright red Mongolian princess attire walked in. They looked to be in their thirties, and their dark skin was much darker than theirs.
After paying their respects, the ladies-in-waiting took their seats.
"Fourth Princess Consort, where is Princess Zhalafen, the daughter of Hutulifeng?" The Mongolian princess consorts were more interested in this child who was not yet a year old. If the Qing Dynasty could bestow this princess of twins upon a Mongolian tribe, it would certainly be the most valued reward.
"Hehe, you're joking. On the grasslands, children under one year old are already going out!" Qingyan didn't like the Mongolian wives. Inside the palace, Consort Xin often made veiled criticisms, while outside the palace, the Mongolian wives seemed to be high and mighty, and they often talked about other things.
"Fourth Prince's wife, you can't be so rude! These wives have all married princes who have served the Qing Dynasty!" Consort Tong said on the surface, trying to dissuade them.
After all, Kangxi still had to be polite to the Mongols on the surface. With the Empress Dowager still alive, the Mongols were used to being arrogant and haughty. Without their powerful backer, they were a little intimidated, but they did not have the power to suppress their arrogance.
"Yes, Mother is right. My wives, I was young and ignorant and offended you!" Qingyan quickly stood up and bowed, saying that it was her fault.
"Fourth Princess Consort is joking." The Mongolian princess consorts dared not say more; if they were not careful, they might be led astray by Qingyan.
Both Yin Genjueluo and Qingyan disliked them, and for their daughter's sake, the mother would directly rebel. (To be continued. If you like this work, please vote for it on Qidian. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please go to m.qidian.com to read.)
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