But things are different now. She already has two sons anyway, so it doesn’t matter whether she wants the emperor’s favor or not. In comparison, she would rather see Concubine De make a fool of herself.
A concubine who rose from a bondservant to the throne actually wanted to be on equal footing with them. I really don't know what was wrong with Kangxi at the time that he actually made her one of the four concubines.
Defei was unhappy after hearing what Mu Sili said. What did she mean by this? Was she mocking herself for falling out of favor?
When she was in favor, Mu Sili didn't even know where to play in the mud!
"That's not what I meant. It's just that exclusive favoritism is forbidden in the palace, and you don't want to become the target of public criticism, right?"
"Your Highness, what you said is too serious. I am just a humble noble lady and not worthy of the attention of all the sisters.
I think the emperor has been very busy recently and has no time to visit you in Yonghe Palace. Don't worry, I will report this matter to the emperor.
They are all concubines in the harem, and the emperor really can't always go to Qixiang Palace."
Concubine De was not happy. She always felt like she was being made a fool of. But Mu Sili was just a noble lady. How could she have the courage to mock her?
"Alright, follow me to Ningshou Palace to pay respects to the Empress Dowager. After paying respects, those below the rank of concubine can return to the palace.
As for Consort Min, the Empress Dowager specifically instructed that you be taken to the Cining Palace to pay your respects today. You will follow me there in a moment."
"Yes, I understand."
Mu Sili was the first person who could pay respects to the Cining Palace as a noble.
When Concubine De saw this scene, she subconsciously thought that the Imperial Noble Concubine had won over Mu Sili, otherwise why would Empress Xiaozhuang meet such a noble lady?
I'm afraid the Imperial Noble Consort brought it up in front of Empress Xiaozhuang on purpose, which aroused her interest. But it doesn't matter. Empress Xiaozhuang hates being the only favorite in the harem the most, and she won't have a good ending.
As she was thinking, Concubine De actually laughed out loud, which made Concubine Yi and the others look at her with contempt.
It is indeed something that is not worthy of being shown on the stage. Even if she becomes one of the four concubines, the rules are still the same.
Concubine Yi was also born a palace maid, but she was different from Concubine De. Concubine De was a concubine who climbed up the ladder, so they naturally looked down on her.
Perhaps it can be said that there are few concubines in the palace who look up to Concubine De, but she herself is unaware of it and thinks she is so noble.
In Ningshou Palace, the Empress Dowager was ready to go to Cining Palace after the Imperial Noble Consort and others came to pay their respects. She had no animosity towards Mu Sili.
She now understood that she was not Kangxi's biological mother. She was content that Kangxi respected her and there was no need to go against Kangxi.
As she gets older, it would be better for her to ignore everything and live her own life behind closed doors. Then, Kangxi might respect her even more because of her obedience.
After paying respects to the Empress Dowager at Ningshou Palace, the Empress Dowager led the concubines above the rank of concubine and Mu Sili to pay respects to the Cining Palace.
In the Cining Palace, Empress Xiaozhuang was discussing with Su Malagu how to deal with the matter of Mu Sili.
Before, Huang Taiji favored Hai Lanzhu alone, and later, Shunzhi favored Dong Efei alone. She was really worried that Kangxi would favor this suddenly appearing Guiren Min alone.
According to the rules, Mu Sili should have started as an official girl and been promoted step by step. After all, she was born a palace maid, but Kangxi gave her a high position at the beginning, which made her worry.
"Su Ma, do you think this Concubine Min is smart or stupid? How can I make her understand what I mean?"
Su Malagu was somewhat helpless. In her opinion, it didn't matter whoever Kangxi liked. After all, compared with the previous emperor, he was a little too rational.
She would rather believe that the late emperor was resurrected than believe that Kangxi would favor only one person.
But Xiaozhuang was worried that as her personal maid, she had the obligation to share her worries and solve her problems.
"Don't worry, Princess. When Concubine Min comes, you'll know what to do after observing her.
But in my opinion, it is rare for the emperor to value someone so much, so you'd better not interfere too much, lest the emperor think you want to interfere in his harem.
You also know that the Emperor does not value the relationship with Khorchin as much as the previous Emperor did. If the Emperor misunderstands, Khorchin will be in trouble."
Xiaozhuang was stunned. She had actually forgotten about this, but Kangxi was a filial son. As long as she didn't go too far, he would not do anything to Korchin for her sake.
But she was really worried that the harem would be dominated by one person again. Maybe it was because once bitten by a snake, one becomes afraid of the rope for ten years.
Even if Kangxi was really unhappy, if there were any such signs, she would definitely stop it from happening.
The Aisin Gioro family already has two romantic men, and there is no need for another one. After all, it is a royal family. If a romantic man were to appear, what would be the point of the Qing Dynasty?
Moreover, the consequences of exclusive favoritism are very serious, and she will not allow any immeasurable consequences to occur.
"Let's wait and see, Suma. If this Concubine Min is not understanding, I will not be lenient with her."
"If that's the case, why would you need to do anything? I will take care of her myself. You just need to be your Grand Empress Dowager with peace of mind. I will take care of everything."
Xiaozhuang suddenly laughed. It had been decades since she had lived. If it hadn't been for Su Malagu, she would have given up long ago.
"I know, Suma, I'm so grateful for having you all these years, otherwise I wouldn't have made it."
"Princess, don't think too much. The Queen Mother and the others will be here soon. Let me help you out."
"good."
"The daughter-in-law pays her respects to the Empress Dowager."
"Your humble servant pays respects to the Empress Dowager."
"Everyone, get up, Qiqige. I see you look very energetic, but is there any good news?"
"No, I just slept well yesterday, which was rare. I'm glad to see your spirits are good. But, Empress Dowager, you seem a little tired. You should make sure to rest."
"I know, don't worry."
After talking to the Empress Dowager for a few words, Xiaozhuang turned her attention to Mu Sili.
"Is this the Concubine Min, the Emperor's favorite these days?"
"Your concubine Zhang Jia pays respects to the Empress Dowager."
Mu Sili was very well-behaved and left a good impression on Empress Xiaozhuang. Empress Xiaozhuang, who had wanted to be serious with her, softened her expression a lot.
"Good rules, get up."
"Thank you, Empress Dowager."
"Don't be afraid. I'm not a cannibal. I just wanted to see what kind of fairy-like figure this woman who has been favored by the emperor for so many days is. Now it seems that she is not much different from a fairy."
"The Empress Dowager is too kind. How can a humble concubine like me compare to an immortal?
Perhaps the emperor had three thousand beauties in his harem and he couldn't bear to look at them all, so he became interested in women like me who were of average appearance.
After a few days, the Emperor might get tired of my appearance. To be honest, I am still a little worried."
Xiaozhuang laughed out loud. If she was as weak as a willow, there would be no beauties in the harem.
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