However, the younger brothers didn't buy it at all, turning their heads away and snorting.
He Yue belatedly realized that the brothers' relationship didn't seem to be very good.
This won't do. We're all brothers, how can we do this?
Just as she was about to reprimand them for not respecting their elder brother, Hailan finally couldn't stand it anymore. She leaned close to Heyue's ear and whispered, "Fujin, the eldest prince isn't your child. The third, fourth, and fifth princes are your children. How can you do this?"
Huh? Heyue was shocked and bewildered. Hongchang wasn't hers? Then whose was he? But in that world, wasn't Hongchang her son? How could this be?
Are the two worlds different?
Hailan's expression was indescribable, and she was also a little indignant: "The Princess Consort has always doted on the Third Prince, the Fourth Prince, and the Fifth Prince the most."
These words were spoken softly, and the children did not hear them, but they subtly reminded her.
He Yue understood that it turned out that the third to fifth children were born to the Zhaojia clan.
The one who just spoke up to accuse the one who was younger than Hongchang and older than the others, judging from his angry appearance, should also be Zhaojia and Yue's son. Wasn't he the second son? How could he be the third prince?
After a moment's thought, Heyue understood that the Second Prince must have died young.
Although Heyue didn't want to neglect her sons, she still comforted them with a few words: "It was Mother's fault. Mother shouldn't have neglected you. Come here, let Mother give you a hug."
After all, they were just children. Heyue hugged the Fifth Prince and kissed his tear-streaked face hard, and the boy immediately stopped crying and started smiling.
Seeing that the Fourth Prince had also stopped crying and was looking at her with envy, Heyue pulled him over and kissed him on the cheek.
When she tried to get closer to the Third Prince Hongtun, he stepped back three feet, looking disgusted, and waved his hands repeatedly, saying, "Mother, goodbye, your son is all grown up now!"
How could He Yue not see the disgust on his face? Her expression darkened, and she cursed under her breath, "You brat!"
After all that, the smallest one ended up being ignored.
Seeing that he was the youngest, with a chubby face and a somewhat clueless look, He Yue couldn't bear it, so she pulled him over and patted his head.
The Fifth Prince tilted his head back, grinned, and laughed happily.
It's so sweet it touches the heart.
Thinking of her son and daughter, Heyue couldn't help but feel sad, so she asked Hailan, "Where are the eldest and second princesses?"
Before Hailan could answer, the Third Prince interrupted, "Mother, have you forgotten? Eldest sister and second sister have been living at Fourth Uncle's house. Now eldest sister is about to get married and is preparing for her wedding at Fourth Uncle's house. Third sister is also living at Fourth Uncle's house. How come you don't remember this, Mother?"
After saying that, he scratched his head in confusion.
He Yue felt awkward, but she understood that the children were living in the Fourth Prince's residence. After all, the Thirteenth Prince's residence was in dire straits at the time, and it would be easier for the girls to get married if they lived in the Fourth Prince's residence.
"Who is your eldest sister betrothed to?" Heyue didn't care whether they had doubts or not; she genuinely cared about Tonghui's marriage.
Since we're here, we should at least get to the bottom of this; we can't have come all this way for nothing.
“It is the Plain White Banner, Jingqili clan, Sakshen.” The Third Prince answered every question.
Heyue wasn't quite used to such a long name, mainly because this surname wasn't very well-known among the Manchus.
It seems that Tonghui was still influenced by the Thirteenth Prince's household.
It's unclear who Tong Hui in this world was born to, but she's asked enough questions; any more and she'll give herself away.
"Greetings, Your Highness." The Thirteenth Prince suddenly entered, catching everyone off guard. Hailan and Yuying quickly greeted him.
The children also bowed, looking reserved, and seemed quite afraid of this father.
He Yue was puzzled. Logically speaking, even if he wasn't that thirteenth person, he shouldn't be such a strict person.
But she couldn't think about any of that. When she saw him, He Yue subconsciously tensed up and felt uncomfortable.
The other party seemed oblivious, and said to the children with a gentle expression, "You haven't eaten yet? Stay and eat with us."
The children were overjoyed and readily agreed.
Yu Ying hurried off to give instructions on setting out the meal, while Hai Lan helped the Thirteenth Prince and the children wash up.
When it came to Thirteen, Thirteen waved his hand, but his eyes were fixed on Heyue: "You come and serve the master."
He Yue frowned and remained seated.
Hailan winked at her and went to serve the young princes.
The Thirteenth Prince stood there with his hands behind his back, staring at her intently, a slight smile playing on his lips: "Your Highness has always served me personally, why aren't you moving today?"
He really did have the air of the fourth brother. He cursed inwardly, but had no choice but to swallow his anger and step forward.
In any case, Heyue cannot displease the Thirteenth Prince before leaving, otherwise wouldn't the real Zhaojia Heyue suffer when she returns?
Thirteen was very satisfied and let her serve him by washing his face with a handkerchief. Heyue turned around and put the handkerchief on the shelf to the side. Behind her, Thirteen pulled her into his arms.
Heyue slipped away from his embrace like an eel. Thirteen frowned, but quickly regained his composure.
"Please have your meal, sir." Heyue bowed in a perfunctory manner.
Although he no longer had the strength, he was still skilled, and besides, He Yue was always on guard against him.
"Your Highness is quite skilled," the Thirteenth Prince said meaningfully before going to have his meal.
He Yue didn't know if he had any suspicions, but seeing him turn and leave, she figured he didn't, and she breathed a sigh of relief.
Although there were many people at the meal, it was as quiet as a chicken.
During the meal, Heyue subconsciously served Hongchang a few bites of food. Hongchang was flattered throughout, and although he tried his best to hold it in, his wide smile clearly showed that he was very happy.
Soon, Heyue realized that the atmosphere was not right. Seeing that the Third to Fifth Princes were staring at her with red eyes, she quickly served food to the others as well. After hesitating for a moment, she still put a piece of mutton on the plate of stir-fried mutton with scallions for the Thirteenth Prince.
Perhaps someone outside gave instructions, so even though the Thirteenth Prince was down on his luck, the kitchen didn't skimp on these things, and he still ate quite well.
Thirteen loves lamb the most, and Heyue picked it up without thinking. Unexpectedly, the other person ate it with obvious pleasure.
It seems he's the same as that guy with the thirteen flavors.
He Yue couldn't help but think that perhaps this Thirteenth Prince had the same personality as Thirteenth Prince when he was young, but only became this unpredictable person after experiencing later events.
The thought that if Thirteen really couldn't escape being imprisoned, he would end up like this, made Heyue's heart ache.
Her resolve grew stronger; no matter what, she couldn't let Thirteen become like this.
His thirteenth birthday should have been filled with such sunshine and happiness.
Seeing her absent-minded appearance, the Thirteenth Prince frowned, deep in thought.
After the food was cleared away, the young princes greeted Heyue and the thirteenth prince and then withdrew.
Seeing that he showed no sign of leaving, Heyue immediately became nervous.
Hailan and Yuying were very happy and helped the two of them wash up.
How could He Yue possibly consider herself Zhao Jia He Yue of this world, and engage in such a thing with him? So she politely inquired, "I'm not feeling well today, perhaps you could go to one of the other sisters' rooms, sir?"
Hailan's expression changed, and she quickly gave a meaningful look. Yuying nodded in agreement, "The Princess Consort is not feeling well today. It would be better if you went somewhere else, Your Highness."
Her words not only drew a glare from Hailan, but also caused Heyue and the Thirteenth Prince to look at her.
Yu Ying quickly lowered her head.
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