Concubine Tong looked at Yinlu in her arms in shock. This kid is a guild master. It was not obvious when he was born a few days ago, but after seeing him today, he really looks more and more like him.
"You know what, if you look closely, he really does look like the Grand Empress Dowager. This kid is a guild leader. No wonder the Grand Empress Dowager said she wanted to take him back to the Cining Palace to raise him. If he were called a concubine, I would do the same."
"You are indeed a blessed person. I am not as good as you. Who knows, in a few years, when the emperor wants to appoint a queen, this position will be yours."
Concubine Tong didn't know why she suddenly thought of this, but she was not jealous of Mu Sili. After all, her health was not good, and it was hard to say whether she could live for a few more years.
Although she wanted the position of empress, she knew that she could not sit on that position. Even if she was in good health, after what Nianhulu said, Kangxi would not give her the chance to sit on the position of empress.
The Tong family has already had one queen, and having another one would easily arouse jealousy. If she could take the position of imperial concubine, it would be a great honor for the Tong family.
"Your Highness, what nonsense are you talking about? If the Emperor wants to appoint a queen, he will appoint you. After all, you are the highest-ranking person in the harem. It will never be my turn. Besides, I feel that things are pretty good now.
I am now the head of a palace, and you are the only noble concubine above me, so I am second to none and above everyone else. You also protect me, and I think that is enough. I know that greed is like a snake swallowing an elephant.
Concubine Tong looked at her with amusement. Does she know what she is talking about? She is so greedy that she wants to swallow an elephant. She doesn't even see how she is greedy. How can she be dissatisfied?
But her mentality is really good. Unlike her, she would feel very sad when she thought about her poor health and inability to get pregnant. Fortunately, she has a child, and she will treat Xiao Si well in the future.
"It would be enough for me to be an Imperial Noble Consort. Even though the position of Empress is attractive, it is not mine. The Emperor will never let me sit on that position.
My current wish is to raise Xiao Si with you. Xiao Si is a blessed child. He was given a name by the Empress Dowager herself when he was born. He will achieve great things in the future.
To be honest, ever since the Crown Prince was deposed, I've been paving the way for our little fourth child. Even though he wasn't born yet, I had a feeling your baby would be a prince. Sure enough, my intuition was spot on."
Originally, Mu Sili felt a little sorry for Concubine Tong's self-awareness, but after hearing what she said, she felt that her sympathy was in vain. What if she gave birth to a princess, wouldn't she fight her to the death?
"If I had given birth to a princess, all your plans would have been in vain. Fortunately, I lived up to everyone's expectations and gave birth to a prince. Otherwise, I would have been guilty of a great sin."
"How can you say that about yourself? I know you won't let me down, and you know how much I trust you. Even if this baby is a princess, it's okay. We can just keep having more, and we'll eventually give birth to a prince.
My greatest wish now is to do my utmost to help your child ascend to the throne of the crown prince. I am tired of the palace life these years. After he ascends to the throne, I will definitely leave the palace and travel to experience the beauty of the Qing Dynasty.
Of course, if you want to join me, I don't mind taking you along. After all, we're on the same boat, so helping each other is natural. Just wait for my help."
"I think we should just let things take their own course. Besides, Xiao Si is still young. Who knows what he'll be like when he grows up? What if he turns out to be a dandy boy? Will you still support him to take the throne?"
Concubine Tong looked at her in shock. Xiao Si was her own flesh and blood. How could she say such heartbreaking words? Didn't she feel guilty?
Isn't it said that a mother is strong and will do anything for her children? Why does it seem that this isn't the case with her? What should I do? I'm suddenly worried that Xiao Si will be raised as a good-for-nothing in the future!
No, Xiao Si will have to call her aunt in the future, which is much closer than calling her mother. She will never allow Mu Sili to spoil him.
She decided that she would personally teach Xiao Si when he turned three years old. She didn't believe that Xiao Si would grow up in the wrong direction with her guidance!
Concubine Tong had no idea that she was being plotted against by Mu Sili. She just wanted to be relaxed and let Concubine Tong do the hard work. After all, the son was hers. Since Concubine Tong was her ally, it wouldn't be illegal for her to help her raise her son, right?
"Just be lazy. By the way, have you been feeling better these past two days? I came here today to talk to you about something else. Do you still remember Uyama?"
"Ma Lun? What happened to her?"
Mu Sili knew that Kangxi had dealt with her and Uya, but she was in confinement at the moment and such news could not be delivered to her, so she looked at Concubine Tong with a puzzled look.
"That palace maid was executed by the Emperor, but since you were in confinement after giving birth, the incident was not exposed. Even the Wuya clan had their property confiscated and some were exiled.
You don’t know, I heard that they confiscated a lot of rare items from foreign countries as tribute from the Wuya clan, some of which I have never seen before. I have to say that the bannermen families are really brave.
I heard that the Emperor is very angry and has ordered people to investigate the Baoyi families. I suspect that all Baoyi families have dirty hands. Before the Emperor finds out about Wan Liuha, send them a message quickly.
Concubine Tong didn't make her words very clear, but her meaning was obvious. Mu Sili was not a fool, so she naturally understood it.
“Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty, but I believe that my people would not do such a thing. If someone from the Wanliuha clan really did such a thing, I would be the first one to not forgive him.
But since you said so, I still feel it is necessary to send someone back to say hello, but I am not asking them to cover up for the other party, but to let them take the initiative to report it. I cannot tolerate any sand in my eyes."
"I'm glad you think so. Although you think they won't do it, the Baoyi family has existed for a long time. I'm thinking of asking the emperor to raise your banner in the near future. Remember to send someone to inform them."
"Hmm? Raising the banner? Isn't this a bit early? After all, I only gave birth to one prince. If the emperor were to raise the banner now, I'm afraid it would be a bit unreasonable."
"This is good news, why are you still refusing? Just listen to me and wait patiently. As long as the Wanliuha clan's crimes are not serious, I will definitely allow you to be admitted into the Eight Banners."
"Thank you, my lady."
No matter what, since Concubine Tong has such thoughts, she will just fulfill her wish. After all, she is the one who benefits, and she has no reason to refuse.
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