A harmonious and happy chapter
A harmonious and happy chapter
Yinreng sat up with some annoyance. The nights were long in winter and his biological clock had already woken him up before dawn.
How did things get to this point? Should we call the imperial physician? My wife seems to be sleeping soundly. Oh, she must have been tired last night. Tired... Yinreng's face was burning and his head was a little dizzy. How did the pit in this room get burned? Why is it so hot?!
It's truly inhumane to expect a normal man to live a life without adultery. It's also inhumane to expect a normal married woman to live a life without adultery. It's even more inhumane to expect a married couple to sleep in the same bed every day and maintain mutual respect.
Even if... my wife is pregnant.
Scientifically speaking, as long as the dangerous conditions are avoided for a few months, normal sexual intercourse will not have any adverse effects on the pregnant woman or the fetus. However, this was not the case in the imperial palace. For example, during the Qing Dynasty, once a concubine was confirmed to be pregnant, her green card for sleeping with the emperor was removed, and she was required to take good care of the baby.
Influenced by this, the women of the Eastern Palace also strictly enforced this rule. Of course… Yinreng didn't know how his brothers lived. But he knew that his wife's pregnancy was extremely important. Basically, if it was a boy, it would be the final word, and even if the eldest daughter was beaten to death, there would be no compensation.
Therefore, Yinreng was extremely cautious. He would rather find other solutions than risk adverse effects on the fetus. Perhaps, having lived in the palace since childhood, Yinreng had ingrained the idea that pregnant women should not have sex.
Shujia, for her age, was considered "well-informed in science" and knew a great deal about motherhood and infants, though her knowledge mostly concerned health issues, not research on sexual intercourse during pregnancy. When you're pregnant, the child is yours, so of course you cherish it doubly. Especially after the fetus moves, that strange feeling of blood connection, the feeling of nurturing life, is so deeply moving that you dare not overstep the line.
The result of both parties' restraint was a certain discord. Shujia was relatively safe; once a woman has children, her priorities naturally shift. Men, on the other hand, were different. The Crown Prince and his wife faced several marital crises after their marriage, which Shujia managed to resolve, but they still posed a hidden danger.
Shujia also knew that it was not easy for Yinreng to reach this point in his current situation, and it was still a little far from her ideal. She had to spend her whole life with him, so it was better to go with him than to go against him. Instead of lamenting, she should take positive action, with the goal of stopping him from cheating.
Shujia is using a two-pronged approach: on the one hand, she cuts off external temptations; on the other, she increases her standing in Yinreng's favor, encouraging him to consciously protect the family. So far, it seems the effect has been achieved; at least, Yinreng is now behaving well. Pregnant women are truly miserable! They have to find ways to keep an eye on their husbands even while pregnant.
Last night, this goal was officially achieved...half!
It was also by accident that Shujia discovered that pregnancy did not affect the harmony of their sexual life. It also made her realize that it was ok, she could go it alone and no longer have to worry about someone else trying to steal her husband away.
It could be said that the Crown Prince and his wife were a harmonious couple, each with their own unique perspectives, yet they shared a common language. He understood everything she was interested in, and she at least understood what he said, without the awkwardness of miscommunication.
For the Crown Prince, having such a wife was a blessing in disguise. He had already made the bleak decision to "have a virtuous wife, all prepared, even if it's boring, I'll put up with it," but his unexpectedly easygoing nature was a pleasant surprise. For the Crown Princess, having resigned herself to a life with a fool, she was delighted to discover that he wasn't completely foolish and that there was still hope for his future.
As a result, the two were in a cheerful mood when they chatted. Of course, it's possible that they each had their own busy schedules and didn't see each other very often, which is another example of "distance creates beauty." Shujia is constantly enriching herself for prenatal education. She always feels that after the child is born, she wants to be close to the child. As a mother, not only must she have good luck, but she also needs to be knowledgeable and make the child feel proud in order to cultivate a smooth parent-child relationship.
Now, the Crown Princess’ efforts have not yet benefited her children, but have instead benefited the Crown Prince.
Last night, they had been chatting. Yinreng, as usual, wanted to teach his son about prenatal care. Shujia had to admit he was quite insightful, and Yinreng found his wife's perspective quite novel. They both looked forward to their daily reading time. The books Yinreng used to teach his son were quite unusual, probably because he was bringing up every book he could remember. It wasn't about tadpoles searching for their mothers, but rather about... historical texts. Furthermore, he was eager to make the tiny fetus memorize everything in these few months, so that it could evolve into the ability to speak.
Fortunately, Shujia understood.
Yesterday, Yinreng was lecturing on the Spring and Autumn Annals. She had deliberately placed the book on the table, opening it to this page beforehand, and had pressed it down hard on the table for a long time, leaving a crease on the inside of the spine. When Yinreng was about to arrive, she had put it within easy reach. He picked up the book, flipped it, and swiped it, and by inertia, the book opened to this page.
Shujia said, "Just read any page."
As soon as Yinreng started reading "Zheng Bo defeated Duan in Yan", he felt it was unlucky and closed the book again.
Shujia asked, "What's wrong?" "Hurry up and read on! What a great textbook on black-bellied things!"
Yinreng, however, didn't think so. Fratricide and violence like this were so unhealthy! Even children with Green Dam installed couldn't see it! Furthermore, Wu Jiang had a difficult labor, so he couldn't scare his wife! In short, it's not suitable for reading!
Yinreng said, "You've lost track. This isn't what we were talking about last time."
Shujia smiled and said, "When you were studying, could you remember everything after reading it once? It's just to let the child listen to the voice and recognize you." She reached out and took the book, "Let me see."
Yinreng was so anxious! "This is not suitable for you."
Well, if we don't convince him first, the discussion won't be able to continue. Shujia tilted her head and glanced at the book: "It's clear, so it won't hurt my eyes." Meaning, she saw it clearly, and then she said to herself: "The same is true for Wu Jiang. They were both born by her own mother, but she actually favored one over the other..."
Seeing that she wasn't frightened, Yinreng heaved a sigh of relief and finally felt in a good mood to continue, "It's better to watch less and not frighten the child."
"I just want to tell my child, no matter what, I love him just the same." Shujia was very proud. She said the previous sentence was deliberately teasing Yinreng, but this sentence was said sincerely. It's hard to imagine there is such a mother. Waking up is contradictory, so there are two explanations for Zheng Zhuanggong's birth: one is that he was born when he woke up, and the other is that he was born feet first due to a difficult labor. Comparing them, the latter is more plausible.
A mother who hates her own son because of a difficult childbirth is truly a creature that is difficult to understand!
Yinreng's heart was touched. After all, his mother had died of complications during childbirth. It was inevitable that he would overthink things. Seeing Shujia's gentle demeanor, he couldn't help but be moved. He naturally reached out and held her close across her bulging belly...
The rest of the story was even more natural: hugs and kisses, and then naturally, they started to have sex. The eunuchs were not in the room to serve, and the palace maids were already stunned. By the time they realized what was going on, the two masters could no longer be disturbed.
In a daze, Shujia thought, it turns out there is this method, well, it seems that there is no discomfort, it is quite comfortable.
The problem is half solved, the other half will depend on the next morning.
Now, the prince was starting to regret it. He had to admit, he had a good time yesterday. As a single man, with his wife by his side every day, he could only look at her but not eat her. That took a lot of willpower! Yesterday, maybe it was because his wife was so wonderful, or maybe it was because the flickering candlelight was so beautiful, but anyway, he couldn't hold back.
Prenatal education, prenatal education, he wanted to raise a son who was perfect in every way, but he set a bad example last night. This, won't ruin everything? No, he must change this habit from now on! Oh, should he call the imperial physician? If he does, it's embarrassing, but if he doesn't, he's... worried.
The prince twisted the corner of the quilt anxiously. He looked at his wife, who was sleeping peacefully and contentedly. This, should be okay? He quietly reached out and touched Shujia's forehead, fearing she might be ill. This...
If there is a bad influence, it will take more serious study to make up for it, right? The prince wanted to swear that he would never be so frivolous again before the child was born.
Shujia put a hand on her forehead and quickly woke up. She opened her eyes and saw Yinreng staring at her, thinking something was wrong with her.
She was a little slow to react before her face started to heat up. Of course she remembered what happened last night. It seemed like she had done something bad, so why was Yinreng looking at her like that?
She stared blankly at Yinreng, realizing that even if her face was greasy at this moment, he wouldn't care. The prince was now concerned with his own shyness. Yinreng blushed and quickly withdrew his hand. He still felt that he had done something wrong last night, and he and his wife looked at each other like two children who had done something wrong. They looked at each other for a while before returning to normal.
Shujia saw Yinreng's expression turn serious, as if he had made up his mind, and the look in his eyes when he looked at her became somewhat dangerous. Instinctively, Shujia sensed the danger. In hindsight, her reaction could truly be described as divinely inspired.
Yinreng turned his head away, coughed, and then had to ask, "Are you okay?"
Shujia sat up, and Yinreng even reached out to help her. Shujia twisted her neck and shook her shoulders: "It's okay..." After saying this, her face flushed again. At this time, it was necessary to use the magic weapon. After all, yesterday was not something that could be brought up in public. As a woman, she had to be shy first.
She was about to cry, and she wiped her eyes with her sleeve. Shujia raised her sleeve and hurriedly wiped the corners of her eyes: she was afraid of eye mucus or something. She even wiped her face and nose to prevent too much oil from coming out, which would make her look less pitiful. She lowered her head slightly: "Are you... angry?"
His voice was a little hoarse after waking up, and there was a hint of crying in it. Yinreng couldn't hold it in any longer: "No, I... I'm mad at myself, I didn't take it seriously..."
Ahem, just move on. I… as an accomplice, forgive you. “It’s my fault… I… missed you too…”
We see each other every day, what are you thinking about?
Then the expectant parents began to show concern for the child. Shujia repeatedly said, "It's really okay. Don't call anyone. It's embarrassing." Yinreng refused to listen. He could still be so pretentious, seeing that his wife had no adverse reactions. His hand, pinching her wrist, looked intimate, but he was actually checking her pulse. It seemed there was nothing serious. One said it was okay, the other insisted on seeing a doctor. Suddenly, they both laughed.
Finally, Yinreng said, "Get up, we have things to do today." He washed and ate slowly, and a sweet scent flowed in the air.
Yinreng regretted sending Dezhu away so early. He should have at least asked Dezhu to ask a doctor outside the palace about whether there were any obstacles to sexual intercourse during pregnancy before sending him away. After learning from his mistakes, the Crown Prince personally went to the Imperial Hospital: Read the book!
The imperial doctors had no idea he was coming, or what he was looking for, so they were unprepared and in a state of confusion. Yinreng was in no mood to deal with this and asked directly, "Do you have any books on gynecology?" He then pressed the doctors to bring him all the relevant books from their collection so he could read them.
After a long time, the prince discovered a book that stated moderate intercourse was fine. He wanted to kill someone: "Why didn't you tell me this sooner?" Then, he looked through other books to confirm his findings, finding that as long as the fetus wasn't unstable, intercourse was fine. The prince no longer believed in the palace's taboos and regulations, so he took a bunch of gynecology books home to study on his own.
In the evening, Yinreng hugged his wife, feeling very satisfied.
The problem of harmonious living has been solved. It's a win-win situation for the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess. A happy and fulfilling life depends on everyone's efforts!
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In the happy life, Sirut came to see his daughter again.
Xiluo Te's current life was quite good. Although she had a younger son and daughter to worry about, she was already experienced and had no trouble taking care of them. Her only concern was: would the second daughter be a boy or a girl? The Shi family naturally hoped for a boy, even if she didn't marry the crown prince. In those days, for women, giving birth to a son was the golden age.
Besides the Empress Dowager in the palace, the only other old lady in the world who counted on her fingers to calculate the sex of Shujia's baby was Xiluo Te. She used dates, horoscopes, and even made wishes at temples. Shi Wenbing shook his head, "Life and death are determined by fate, and wealth and honor are determined by heaven. What are you trying to do?"
Xiluo Te remained unmoved: "Are you not worried? What family wouldn't want their daughter to be able to stand firm after marriage?" Shi Wenbing just said that. Regardless, his daughter was a good person and got pregnant after marriage, which was a very proud thing. Besides, he had a new mission.
Kangxi was about to go to war, so naturally he had to select his troops and generals. The Eight Banners were one, and as the commander of the Plain White Banner, he naturally had to select his soldiers. If not to say that they were ready for battle at all times, then at least they had to be trained. This was Shi Wenbing's strong point. He went out early and came back late every day, and the little weight he had gained in Beijing was lost again.
Xiluo Te muttered about her daughter for a while, then said to Shi Wenbing: "You should take care of yourself. Your body is your own. Since you fell ill last year, your health has not been as good as before. People have to accept their age. Look at you, your grandson is already grown up, and you have a grandson too..."
"I know..." Like all men nagged by their wives, Shi Wenbing interrupted, "I know what to do. Nothing will go wrong, don't worry." He had his own ideas in mind. Shi Wenbing had never been to the battlefield. He was good at training soldiers and analyzing situations, and he had an accurate view of problems. However, as a military officer, it was a pity that he had never been to the battlefield. Shi Wenbing now wanted to make up for this regret.
Afraid of his wife's nagging, Shi Wenbing, who was now a bit henpecked, quickly said, "Aren't we going to the palace to see the Crown Princess tomorrow? Why don't you pack up quickly? Do you really have to wait until tomorrow to pack up?"
Mrs. Xiluo went to clean up with a grumble, and at the end she said, "Don't be too tired."
"That old woman," Shi Wenbing whispered, shaking his head. He was still mentally mulling over this battle. It was clear Kangxi was determined to deal with Galdan. Manchuria and Mongolia were one people; if anything happened to Mongolia, the Qing rule would be half over. Shi Wenbing was mentally planning, already dispatching his army in three directions. The day before yesterday, the emperor had appointed General Bo Feiyanggu of Anbei as the Grand General of Fuyuan. He had also sent ministers to Mongolia to call on the troops and set out a date.
Hmm, who will he take this time? Prince Yu is unlikely to lead an army on his own anymore, and Prince Gong has practically vanished from the scene in recent years. So... will the eldest prince step up to the plate? Shi Wenbing frowned. Even before he became the Crown Prince's father-in-law, he had been unimpressed with the eldest prince, viewing him as a destabilizing factor. If the eldest prince gained power, who knows how many more people in the court would be shaken and drawn into factional strife.
Speaking of factional strife, it's truly a mutually destructive business. Mingzhu was demoted, yet he's not dead yet, and even has the potential to revive. Soetu appears powerful, but in reality, he's surrounded by dangers. I'm truly afraid this expedition won't be a complete victory because of the scramble for fame and fortune! If that happens, the blood shed will be in vain.
Now all he could hope for was that the emperor would not fail at the critical moment and would be able to survive the war in good health, rather than returning sick right after arriving at the front. Shi Wenbing was a little worried, as this battle was the one on which he pinned his hopes!
Who would be there this time? Fei Yanggu was a must-see. Honestly, his sister wasn't popular, but Fei Yanggu himself was quite good, having always been highly regarded by the emperor. Mingzhu and Suo'etu, who were in the military council, had been sent to inspect Galdan, so they'd probably go too. Everyone in the world knew they didn't get along, but...
I wonder how many of my family members will be lucky enough to accompany the emperor on this expedition? This is truly a great opportunity to make a name for oneself. Wars like this don't happen every year, so we should give it a try. There's only one person who can inherit the family title, and for the sake of the family legacy, the younger generation can seize this golden opportunity and fight for it. Shi Wenbing had an idea: leaving a few men behind to look after the household while he figured out how to drag the rest of the men off to the battlefield!
It's good to get some exercise! Especially Fu Dali, who is a guard and always follows the emperor. The emperor is a target on the battlefield, but it also means that it is the place with the tightest outer defense, which is safe and can broaden your horizons! After seeing the big scenes, you will have loyalty in the future and be able to stand on your own. And his cousin Shi Wenying is an imperial guard. If he has such merit, no matter what job he seeks in the future, it will be a plus. Shi Wenbing thought that he should go to see his cousin in person tomorrow. Even if it is not Shi Wenying's turn to go to the front line this time, he should help him to get a place.
At the same time, it was also a way to repay the emperor's favor. The emperor chose his daughter as his daughter-in-law, and his daughter was pregnant. It was a great favor, and he must repay it!
While Shi Wenbing was plotting, Hua Shan was also thinking: "Hmm, a good opportunity, a great battle that is sure to win. Just look at the determination of the court. Standing on the winning side, it is now a sure win."
"If you don't take advantage of an opportunity, you're a bastard!" Hua Shan waved his fist viciously. "Call your master here tomorrow morning and tell him I have something to say."
When the father and son met behind closed doors, they found they were in complete agreement. So what else was there to say? Action!
Mrs. Xiluo Te didn't know that her husband and her father-in-law were already thinking about taking her son to lick the wound, so she happily came to see her daughter. Every time she saw her daughter's belly was a little bigger than the last time she saw it, she felt sincerely relieved.
She was familiar with Yuqing Palace and the people there, so Xiluo was no longer as nervous as before.
First, he asked how I had been doing recently, then asked what I wanted to eat and whether I slept well.
Shujia said, "Mother, everything is fine here. How is home?"
Xiluo Te complained a few words: "Everything is fine, except your father, who is never home all day."
"Father used to be away from home all day. He had important things to do during the day." As she spoke, she started to eat the snacks. She got hungry very easily now. Hongxiu was beside her with a small wooden hammer, cracking walnuts for her because the Crown Princess liked to eat them.
Seeing Shujia eating with such relish, Xiluo Te cast aside her worries and said with a smile, "That's right. As long as a person has a strong stomach, nothing will matter. Eat more, and the child will grow well. You had the strength when you gave birth. Is it hard for you to walk now?"
Shujia tilted her head and thought for a moment before saying, "It's not so bad, but it's just that I'm walking in a strange way."
"Oh my, you're ugly when you're pregnant, so don't even think about looking good..."
Shujia was shocked. Ugliness is the natural enemy of women in the palace! Well, I have to be more careful next time. I patted my face and said, "Mother, I don't have any spots on my face, do I?" It's over. I was so focused on taking care of the baby that I didn't take care of myself!
When she was young, she'd always been in good health and well-nourished. Even if she didn't realize it, with all the people around her, how could she possibly be in bad shape? She didn't need to worry too much about that. As for the splayed gait, which always occurs after a pregnancy is a certain stage, it's truly beyond human control. But she could console herself: everything would be fine after the baby was born.
Mrs. Xiluo Te glanced at her casually and said, "Where have you come from? There's nothing on your face yet, it doesn't matter. Even if there is, it's not worth much. Just don't let your body get damaged. After giving birth, you can slowly recover after the confinement period."
A lot of things that pregnant women should pay attention to were also mentioned. These are not the dietary taboos in the early stages of pregnancy that are suitable for all pregnancy periods, but are detailed into what issues should be paid attention to at different stages of pregnancy.
This time, it's about a crucial issue that develops as pregnancy progresses: frequent urination. As the fetus grows, it puts pressure on the bladder, creating a urge to urinate, but often failing to produce anything. Sirut specifically advises that it's better to be diligent than to embarrass oneself.
Well, now that we've finished, the real show has to come. Finally, Xiluo Te asked Shujia, "How have you and the Crown Prince been doing lately?"
Subtext: Is your business relationship harmonious? You know, men are prone to mishaps during this time. Rather than letting others take advantage, it's better to keep it to yourself. If he wants to hunt for food, you might as well...cook it for him.
Xiluotai, of course, wasn't referring to her daughter volunteering. She was also concerned about the potential harm to the fetus. While other families might occasionally enjoy the pleasures of pregnancy outside the palace, the child in Shujia's belly was especially precious, wasn't it? Xiluotai's point was, "Why don't you... find a reliable one (one who won't betray you) and arrange it for the Crown Prince? Even the one in Xiefang Palace would be fine."
If this had happened three days ago, Shujia would have been furious. But now, she just smiled faintly. But she was thinking about it. After Xiluo Te left, Shujia began to think about how to arrange the maids and dowry around her.
According to common sense, Yinreng already had a concubine, and Shujia's job was to give her to Yinreng, hoping that master and servant would unite and keep him captive. Giving her to Yinreng would be a challenge, even if she agreed. First, if Yinreng didn't like her, she would lose a helper and lose face. Second, if he liked her and wanted to give her a status, there would be no room for such a person in Yuqing Palace, so she would have to be sent to Xiefang Palace, and who knows what would happen next. She was in a real dilemma. And then there was Kangxi, a son-obsessed man, who was always watching over his son.
Furthermore, Shujia couldn't accept this. For her to push Yinreng out would have been a complete show, and she was certain Yinreng wouldn't succeed. However, there had to be a way out. Palace maids couldn't leave the palace until they were 30, a serious problem. Two hundred years later, they would all be considered unmarried women, often referred to as "leftover women." At 30, there was no way they could be married off to a decent family, except as a second wife. This would only breed resentment over time.
Not letting them go out at thirty? That would be a "mercy" to let them stay and become nannies, but they still couldn't let them go! Such a beautiful girl would be forced to be alone for the rest of her life.
Why not let them leave the palace a few years earlier? For example, at the age of 25, so that they have served in the palace for more than ten years, or simply let them go after serving for ten years? In this way, they can be released at the age of 23, which is not too old.
Shujia was almost on the verge of raising her objection. She was pregnant, a legitimate Crown Princess, had no real mother-in-law, and the Empress Dowager was kind to her. But she held back: she had no say in the matter. Perhaps if she raised it, it would be approved, but... there would be a chain reaction.
You are the second-in-command, so you can't be in the spotlight! You have to work quietly and always write the leader's name first on your speech. This is what a second-in-command is.
Shujia finally understood why the prince was unlucky. Judging from recent events, Yinreng had completed all the tasks assigned by Kangxi very well, and Kangxi had praised him. Even if Shujia had some "advanced" knowledge from two hundred years later, she would not be able to see any problems.
His abilities weren't bad; at least for now, his governance seemed flawless. His character was also decent. However, he was second in command! That was the real problem. Despite the tender affection between father and son, Kangxi wanted his son to be capable. If that truly threatened to shock him, Kangxi would be the first to disapprove!
This unlucky guy who is always in second place!
Yinreng hasn't quite grasped this yet. He always thinks his enemy is the eldest prince, not realizing his enemy is the entire system. This... is so sad! He aligned himself with Soetu to fight the eldest prince, but the kind of followers he formed are clearly not the same as the kind of advisors truly dedicated to the country.
To use a crude analogy, it's like online, where people form groups just to argue over a particular issue. As long as their opinions are similar, like the April-Eighth Dispute in Qing history, it doesn't matter who you are, as long as you have an ID and can post spam. "Hello, Fourth Master." "Nonsense! My Eighth Master is the best." Anything like that is acceptable.
Those who caught Kangxi's eye were more serious historical scholars. "Wu Sidao wasn't the fourth prince's advisor," "The eighth prince had a concubine, whose surname was Wang. I found the memorial from the Ministry of Rites."
Yinreng's understanding was skewed from the very beginning. A slight error can lead to a huge mistake. This is exactly what he said.
What good was it to be with Suo Etu? He had tied me to the battlefield for no reason. If I were to get off this pirate ship, I'd be dead! Accepting his power meant accepting his enemies. You know, Suo Etu's enemy, Mingzhu, was a character that even Suo Etu couldn't handle, and yet Yinreng had brought her upon himself. What the hell!
The Crown Princess was deeply troubled. How could she let the Crown Prince know? Or, in other words, how could she eliminate Soetu first? Without him, or rather, without the behemoth Soetu Party, no matter how well the Crown Prince performed, he wouldn't seem so formidable. And the existence of Mingzhu's faction only made Kangxi feel sorry for the pressure his beloved was under.
Well, the old man is actually a good father. Not moving Soetu isn't necessarily because he can't, but because he doesn't want to. He's afraid... the Crown Prince's power will be weakened and he'll be beaten by the eldest prince. Furthermore, he's probably dissatisfied with Soetu. If he were, he wouldn't have sent Mingzhu with him to fight Galdan. This is a great achievement, and Yinreng has mentioned it several times. This time, he's on the right track. He will definitely assist in military affairs during next year's expedition. A great achievement.
The old man was a little tired of these two people, and made them guard against each other. If Soetu fell, I believe... Yinreng would be able to see many things clearly.
This... is a bit difficult ~ Shujia touched her chin and thought.
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This... is a bit difficult~
Suo Etu also had the same idea. It was almost Chinese New Year, and Suo Etu, who had been inspecting Galdan, finally returned. After two months away, it was almost Chinese New Year when he returned.
Suo Etu, having figured things out on the way, couldn't immediately free himself to deal with the Crown Princess. Mingzhu was right beside him. More than the Crown Princess, Mingzhu's potential for a comeback was a more alarming prospect for Suo Etu. After a frantic struggle to steal credit from Mingzhu and contradict her, the now-thinned Third Master Suo finally returned to Beijing.
After returning, he went to Kangxi hand in hand with Mingzhu to report on his work. It was hard to tell that these two were the two party leaders who had made the whole world know that they were at odds with each other.
Kangxi sat at the top, and the two men's memorials had already been submitted, not including any offensive language. Generally speaking, all that needed to be investigated had been investigated. Now, watching these two guys, eager to send each other elegiac couplets, standing together at the bottom, was truly a matter of laughter and tears.
After comforting both parties, he gave them leave: "The New Year is coming soon. I will still need you after the New Year. Go back and rest."
Suo Etu twitched his cheeks, very upset. In the past, Kangxi would always say, "Go and pay your respects to the crown prince." Now, he was just told to go back and rest! Master Suo was unhappy, very unhappy! But he didn't dare to turn his face away from Kangxi, so he knelt down and greeted him honestly.
He was furious when he got home! His sons came in one after another to pay their respects. Suo Etu frowned and asked, "How is things in the capital lately? Who is the Crown Prince close to?"
Gelfen dropped his hands and said, "The Crown Prince is the same as always." He was puzzled: Didn't he usually come back to ask about the activities of the eldest prince and Mingzhu? What happened today? There was nothing wrong with the Crown Prince; the Emperor always praised him for everything he did.
You have to know that the prince got married and was close to his father-in-law before Soetu set out, it was indeed a "past".
Arjishan asked, "Ama, what's wrong? Is there anything wrong?"
Suo Etu sneered, "I've been hunting geese for years, how could I let a goose peck its eyes out?!"
Suo Etu was truly daring. It would be great if the Crown Princess couldn't give birth, Suo Xiangru thought. Then he sighed. The palace was heavily guarded, and the Crown Princess's brother and uncle were still serving in the imperial court. It was difficult to take action, so he had to cut off the source of the trouble.
"Even a wise and wise emperor likes beauties from the south, doesn't he? How could the prince not like them?"
It would be better to send people south to buy women from Jiangnan.
Suo Xiang smiled sinisterly. What was there to be afraid of? Whether he gave birth to a son or not, would the prince's sons treat him badly with his status? On the contrary... Suo Etu also fantasized about surpassing the Tong family. If the prince's son became powerful, then... the saying "a new emperor, a new minister" is false, but the saying "a new emperor, a new relative" is true. It's not a pleasant feeling to be suppressed by someone! Suo Sanye had had enough of Tong Guogang's anger and didn't want to be bullied by a newcomer for the rest of his life.
It would be better if the Crown Prince only had a bastard son! They all had to curry favor with Master Suo San. Suo Etu gritted his teeth and thought that even if the Crown Princess gave birth to a son, as long as the Crown Prince ascended the throne in the future, then... He was not like Mingzhu, that useless person who had supported the eldest prince for half his life but was still a hopeless case!
Pointing at Gelfin, he said, "Just go over to Shulkud's house if you have time. No need to say anything else. You don't have to go out of your way... just show up in front of him and let him come talk to you."
Aerjishan hesitated and said, "Father, the New Year is coming in a month or so, and we will have to go to war after the New Year..." We don't have time to operate at all! When we come back, the Crown Princess will have given birth to a son! What Jiangnan woman, what concubine, are useless. Her combat power is full again, and it also comes with a big killer bonus!
Suo Etu deflated instantly.
I'll let you be proud for a while, and I'll come and deal with you after I've stepped on all the pearls on the grassland!
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