The time when Yinzhen was young and was schemed against by Consort Wuya and other concubines, and was not close to her, deeply hurt her. From that time on, a rift developed between mother and son. She was disappointed and neglected her son, wanting only her own biological child. Consort Wuya took advantage of this situation.
However, that woman had no real feelings for the child; it was all an act. By the time Yinzhen realized this, he found himself drifting further and further away from the Imperial Noble Consort.
And so, the mother and son, one intentionally trying to get closer and the other intentionally trying to make amends, have grown increasingly close.
The Imperial Noble Consort even divided her property into two parts: her entire dowry was given to Yinzhen, while the rest of her rewards and other property were given to her younger sister, Consort Tong.
Don't underestimate the rest of her assets, which she accumulated after entering the palace. They are quite considerable. In addition, she is gradually handing over the influence she has cultivated in the palace over the years to Consort Tong.
The Imperial Noble Consort also earnestly advised her younger sister to devote herself to Yinzhen after her death, because the Tongjia clan would not have any princes. She should be a good consort, not expect the emperor's love, and guard her own heart.
After learning that her days were numbered, the Imperial Noble Consort became increasingly kind to the princes and princesses, especially the Crown Prince. The Empress was her first cousin, and her mother was Sony's daughter.
Because of Hezhuo's attitude, some people's path to advancement was blocked. There was a small rumor in the palace that the Grand Consort was jealous and intolerant of others, but it was quickly quelled. Consort Hui discovered that the Imperial Noble Consort was actually involved in suppressing this rumor.
Consort Yi had always felt resentful that she was on equal footing with Consort De, a mere bondservant, not to mention that Consort De had been promoted separately, which made her grit her teeth in hatred.
The First Consort did what she wanted to do but dared not do, and felt a sense of relief. In addition, since she and the First Consort were cousins, although they had only met a few times, she knew that Consort De would take action soon, so she only restrained the servants in her palace.
Consort Niohuru, Consort Rong, and the six concubines did nothing; they simply watched from the sidelines.
Consort De, who rose from a palace maid to a powerful consort and bore six children for Emperor Kangxi, felt that while the Grand Consort's actions couldn't truly harm her, they were a mockery of her. "Hmph! Just a junior!" she thought. Therefore, Consort De had rumors stirred up, leading to such gossip circulating in the palace.
The Empress Dowager's palace also heard about this, and they inwardly applauded the First Princess's actions, but were somewhat taken aback by her straightforwardness...
Forget it, why should an old woman like me worry about this? Consort Hui, her mother-in-law, will take care of the aftermath.
She spent her time tending to flowers and plants, and occasionally chatting with Mongolian wives. Let Consort Hui handle the arduous task of educating her daughter-in-law.
Consort Hui looked at her daughter-in-law, who had caused her so much trouble, and felt a headache coming on.
She can't be hit, she can't be scolded, and she's pregnant; she wants a legitimate grandson.
It's not fair to say this daughter-in-law is bad. She's been married into the family for so long and has always been sensible and well-behaved. I never expected her to do such a stupid thing.
Rumors circulated throughout the palace that the First Princess Consort was jealous and intolerant of others.
In truth, Consort Hui could guess some of He Zhuo's thoughts; it was simply a way of telling others that she did not welcome maids who climbed into her bedchamber.
Direct and effective!
It might be risky for someone else to do it, but if the First Princess Consort does it, at most there will be some gossip.
Why?
Because the eldest prince likes the first wife, the first wife has a strong backbone!
In the end, Consort Hui didn't do anything to her. She just said a few words to her, telling her to be mindful of the consequences of her actions, and asked her to copy a copy of the Four Books for Women before letting the Grand Princess go back home.
After thinking about it, Lady Irgen Gioro hadn't been to the palace for a long time (just kidding!). Didn't Lady Irgen Gioro hear last month that the Grand Consort was pregnant and came to the palace?
What? Lady Irgen Gioro hasn't been to the palace in a long time. If she wants someone to keep an eye on her daughter, she should just say so...
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