"Then I'll wait for you to help me realize my dream, Baocheng. Although I've always wanted to go out of the palace to play, I hope you will pay attention to your health and not exhaust yourself. Do you understand?"
"My son knows that he will always put his health first, so please rest assured, Empress Dowager.
Not only you, but also your fourth brother and your unborn child will be protected. Your son is your elder brother, and you should protect him."
"I know that I am the most important person in Baocheng's heart, but you also need to be clear about one thing, that is, I am your mother. Before you grow up, I am your support.
No matter how many children I will give birth to in the future, you are my eldest son and the elder brother of Xiao Si and the others. Just as you said, you protect them, so they will naturally respect you as their elder brother.
Although I shouldn't be telling you this because you're still young, you've been intelligent since childhood. I hope you can stay true to your heart and become a monarch who is worthy of both your parents and the people."
The prince nodded solemnly in response, saying that he would not let her down.
From now on, becoming a wise ruler is his goal. As long as he achieves this goal, he will not have let himself down.
"My son knows."
Now that he had a goal, he naturally had to tell his emperor father Kangxi as soon as possible. So when Kangxi finished his work and came to Chengqian Palace, he was greeted with his son's affectionate greetings.
"Father, you are finally here. You don't know how long I have been waiting for you. If you hadn't come soon, I would have gone to the Palace of Heavenly Purity to look for you."
"How strange! How come I didn't know you were looking forward to my coming so much? Xiao Si, do you know why?"
Yinzhen raised his little head. He did know, but he didn't tell him. The emperor was sometimes too harsh on him, so he wanted him to guess for himself.
Besides, the Empress Dowager and his second brother were on his side, so he didn't believe that the Emperor would dare to beat him in front of them.
If he got beaten today, the Empress Dowager would definitely be angry. The result of her anger would be that the Emperor would not be able to live in Chengqian Palace today. It was exciting just thinking about it.
"Father, you have to figure this out yourself. Although I know the reason, I will never tell you. Please give up on this idea."
Kangxi was amused. When did he become so bold? Or was it because of Mu Sili and Yinreng that he was emboldened, so he was now fearless?
"Okay, then I won't ask. I don't know how long our Xiao Si can hold on. Don't be so reluctant as to confess to me, or I'll laugh at you."
Yinzhen suddenly felt like he was being looked down upon. Since he had said such words, he naturally would not confess on his own initiative. The emperor seemed to be looking down on him too much.
"Father, I will never be fooled. If you want to get information from me, it depends on whether I am willing to do so."
"How come I didn't know you were so confident? Tell me, what is it that makes you so eager for me to come?"
"Father, the Empress Dowager is pregnant again. Are you happy?"
So this is what happened. He thought it was a big deal, but since they expected him to know about it so much, he naturally had to pretend that he didn't know.
"What? The Queen is pregnant? This is truly a double blessing. I am truly delighted."
"My son knows that the Emperor will be happy."
Mu Sili looked at Kangxi speechlessly. He was the first to know the news. Now he actually lied to the child that he didn't know. How could he have the nerve to do that?
But it’s also good this way. It’s good that the father is loving and the son is filial. At least it proves that he cares about them in his heart.
"Your Majesty, please stop teasing them. I have something I want to tell you. Do you think it's appropriate?"
This was the first time Mu Sili asked him for something, and he was a little curious about what she would ask him to do.
"What's the matter? You and I are husband and wife, there's no need to be so formal."
"I understand. I am now the Queen. Sharing happiness with others is worse than enjoying it alone. Huipin and Rongpin also have children. It's time for them to move up."
Kangxi didn't expect that she was asking for someone else's help. He thought she was asking for mercy for herself and her child. He underestimated her.
No wonder he dotes on her alone. It would be a shame if such a broad-minded person didn't become the queen.
"You're right. The two of them are quite well behaved in the harem and are very respectful to you. It's indeed time to promote them.
Well, it's a little late today, I will issue an edict tomorrow to promote them to concubines. I'm sure they will respect you even more after knowing that it was you who prayed for them."
"What do I need those empty names for? What I want is the emperor's true love. As long as I can stay by your side for the rest of my life, I will be satisfied."
"I feel the same way."
Yinreng and Yinzhen looked around and decided to go back to sleep. They always felt that the atmosphere was not right and it was awkward for them to stay here. It would be better to leave the space for them so that they would not find their brothers an eyesore.
"Father, Mother, it's getting late. I'm taking my fourth brother back home."
"Go ahead. Starting tomorrow, you two will go to the Qianqing Palace to study with me. In two years, you will go directly to the Upper Study. Baocheng, you are the crown prince. You have a lot to learn. Are you afraid?"
"I'm not afraid, son. Tomorrow I'll bring my fourth brother to the Palace of Heavenly Purity on time to report. I'll take my leave."
The next morning, after Kangxi issued the decree to confer the title of concubine, Huipin and Rongpin went to the Yiku Palace together to express their gratitude.
"Thank you, Her Majesty, for your support. If Your Majesty had not spoken up for me and my sister in front of the Emperor, the Emperor would not have promoted us."
"Sister Hui is right. If it weren't for the Empress's support, even if I could become one of the Four Concubines, I would have to wait for some time. I will never forget the Empress's kindness."
"What nonsense are you talking about? You are already pregnant with a prince, and I have to give you this honor even for the sake of Baoqing and Xiaosan.
Although the Emperor didn't bring it up, he still has you and your son in his heart. Since this is the Emperor's grace, you should just accept it."
"I will remember this. Thank you, Queen, for your guidance."
There was some surprise in the court about this matter. After all, it was reasonable that Mu Sili did not mention it. Who would be willing to let others share their favor?
However, doing so also showed her generosity and was a wise move, and they had no objection.
Ever since Concubine Hui and Concubine Rong were promoted because of Mousse Li, the relationship between Yinzhi and Yinzhi and Yinreng and Yinzhen has become better and better.
Kangxi was very satisfied when he saw this. He always hoped that the brothers could get along with each other in a friendly and respectful manner. They were developing in the direction he expected, so he was naturally happy.
He didn't ask for much. He just wanted his sons to be friendly and support each other, and for him and Mu Sili to stay together forever.
Now that everything is fine, he just needs to train Yinreng to become a talented person. When he learns his skills, it will be time for him to abdicate.
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