"I know you're happy, but would you like to rest for a while? To be honest, I also think that Concubine Zhao is your lucky star. Since she became favored, the relationship between you and the Emperor has eased a lot."
"Yes, if you hadn't reminded me, I wouldn't have noticed this. I have to protect her well. After Xiao Si was raised by the Queen Mother, he is considered a prince of Khorchin. I have to find a chance to thank her."
"Okay, I'll do as you say. When Concubine Zhao comes to pay her respects, I'll tell her the good news."
"I haven't even said how to thank her yet, and you already know?"
"I have served you for decades, and you don't know your little thoughts. If I can't guess your thoughts, I'm embarrassed to say that I have served you for so many years."
Xiaozhuang stopped talking. She always felt that if she continued, Su Malagu would scold her. They were master and servant in name, but in fact they were sisters who depended on each other. If it weren't for her company over the years, she would have collapsed long ago.
"Having you by my side is the greatest blessing in my life. Suma, if I die before you, you must live well."
"Princess, don't talk nonsense. You will live a hundred years. If you really die before me, I will definitely be buried with you. You are used to being served by me. If you don't have me by your side, you will not be used to it."
Xiaozhuang stopped talking. She was already old and should take life and death lightly. She said this because she was worried that Su Malagu would do something stupid. Look, it turned out to be just as she thought.
"I have long been indifferent to life and death, Suma. I really hope you can take a good look at the Qing Dynasty for me."
"I understand. Today is a happy day. Why say such sad words? If Concubine Zhao comes and sees you, I'm afraid she will think you've been wronged."
"You know what, ever since I became the Grand Empress Dowager, I really don't know what it means to be wronged."
The two were talking and laughing, and when Mu Sili came over, she saw Su Malagu looking at Empress Xiaozhuang with tears in her eyes.
For a moment, she thought that Xiaozhuang had some incurable disease, otherwise why would she look at her like that?
However, when she thought about how she had asked Kangxi to hand Yinzhen over to the Empress Dowager for upbringing, she felt that they must be moved to tears.
But there was no way she could show it. Since they gave her the opportunity to show her face, she would of course seize it.
"What's going on? Why is Aunt Suma crying? Is there something wrong with the Empress Dowager? Someone, quickly call the imperial physician!"
Su Malagu came back to her senses instantly. It was over. It was a misunderstanding!
"Don't worry, Your Majesty. Princess is in good health. Don't worry. Princess is just overjoyed that the Emperor gave the Fourth Prince to the Empress Dowager to raise. That's why she's like this."
"Aunt, is what you said true? Don't lie to me. If the Empress Dowager is really feeling unwell, you must find a doctor. Not only will I be worried, but the Emperor will be too."
"How can this old servant deceive you? Just be at ease. If you don't believe me, ask the princess."
When Xiaozhuang saw that they finally turned their attention to her, she rolled her eyes without hesitation. The two of them had been talking for a long time and finally remembered her.
"I thought you were going to continue talking. Don't worry, I'm really fine."
"I'm glad you're okay. It's Xiao Si's honor to be raised by the Queen Mother. The Queen Mother is kind and will definitely take good care of him. You should be happy."
"I was just too happy to help myself. I'm sorry to have made you worry. Su Ma, quickly go to my storehouse and get that Jade Guanyin statue to give to Concubine Zhao."
"No, that's your beloved thing. I don't want it. As long as you are fine, I am still waiting for you to help me take care of the three children in my belly."
No matter how Mu Sili refused, Xiaozhuang decided to give her the Jade Guanyin to calm her down. She had helped Korchin so much, and it would be unfair not to give her some reward.
"Just take this if I give it to you. It's for calming your nerves. Don't worry, I will help you take care of the baby after it's born.
But then again, the three with the highest positions in the palace right now are you, Concubine Hui, and Concubine Rong. What do you think? Do you want to take a step forward?"
"No, I won't do such a thankless job. I want to be a rice bug."
Xiaozhuang was helpless. What was this thankless task? Anyone else would have happily accepted it, but she refused.
But what is this rice bug, and why does she want to be a rice bug?
"I'm serious. You gave me such a big surprise. I'd feel bad if I didn't reward you."
"Have you forgotten that you just gave me a jade Guanyin statue? That was your reward to me. I am already very satisfied to have you protecting me. How could I ask for more?
Has Kejing been bothering you lately? I'm pregnant now, why don't you take her home? I'm always worried that she'll keep you awake at night."
"What nonsense are you talking about? Kejing is very good. I like her to make noises. If she wasn't making noises, I would be worried. Just rest assured and take care of your pregnancy. When your pregnancy is safe and sound, I will reward you well."
"Okay, I understand. It's getting late. You should go to bed early. I'll go back."
Xiaozhuang liked Mu Sili more and more. Since she was so supportive of her, she couldn't let her down. Although she couldn't be the empress or the imperial concubine, she could still be the concubine.
A promotion in the short term would be a bit eye-catching, but with her and Kangxi protecting her, she didn't believe anyone would dare to attack her in front of them.
As long as she keeps her original intention, she will be able to sit firmly on the position of imperial concubine.
After a while, Kangxi discovered a problem. Mu Sili didn't like to go to the Qianqing Palace to find him anymore. Instead, Huifei and Rongfei went to Yonghe Palace to talk to her whenever they had time.
Before, he was worried that the two of them were dissatisfied with her favor, but now it seems that he was overthinking it. But the closer they were, the less time she had to spend with him. Why should she ignore him?
"Liang Jiugong, do you think Concubine Hui and Concubine Rong have been a little idle lately? With the Imperial Noble Concubine gone, there are more things to do in the palace. If they don't help to deal with them quickly, how can they run to Yonghe Palace all day?
"Concubine Zhao is still pregnant. Although she is well, she will give birth soon. How can she take care of the baby if they keep bothering her? Do you think I am right?"
The corner of Liang Jiugong's mouth twitched. The emperor was really something. If he wanted the empress to come and accompany him, he should have just said so. Why was he looking for trouble with those two?
Isn't it good for them to accompany the Empress more often? Before, the Empress would come to the Qing Palace to cause trouble for the Emperor whenever she had something to do. This was something that could not be beaten or scolded, and the Emperor always suffered the loss. Now she is actually dissatisfied. It is really hard to understand.
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