Thinking of this, Kangxi couldn't sit still. However, it was impossible for the concubines in the harem to be without eunuchs serving them, and he didn't have the mind to manage the virtues of the concubines.
After much deliberation, Kangxi decided that it would be easier to simply dismiss the harem.
However, where to send them off is something that still needs to be considered. After all, there are so many people involved, including members of a prominent family from the previous dynasty, so it's not something that can be done just like that.
"Liang Jiugong, prepare the carriage; we'll return to the palace tomorrow."
“Zha”
The next day, Kangxi returned to the palace. This was a sudden event, and he did not inform the concubines in the harem beforehand. By the time the concubines found out, Kangxi was already in the Qianqing Palace.
He summoned Consort Wenxi.
"Your Majesty, I have come to pay my respects."
"Your Highness, please rise! Sit down and let's talk."
"Your Majesty, I thank you."
"I am aware of what you mentioned in your letter. Thank you for your hard work; you handled this matter very well."
Kangxi spoke in a cool and indifferent manner, which surprised Consort Wenxi. She thought His Majesty would be angry. After all, even ordinary men would be angry if they were cuckolded, so a noble man like His Majesty should be even more so.
But the truth is that His Majesty showed no anger whatsoever, acting as if he wasn't the one being cuckolded. Even Consort Wenxi was confused by his indifferent attitude.
"It is what I should do. Your Majesty does not mind that I have not managed the harem well, which is already a great favor from Your Majesty."
"I have no interest in the harem. I never expected these women to be so restless. I have a plan that I would like to discuss with the Consort. What do you think of it?"
"Your Majesty, just give the order."
"I intend to dismiss the harem."
Consort Wenxi was completely stunned: "Your Majesty, what did you say?"
"I say, I intend to dismiss the harem."
"Your Majesty, this is absolutely unacceptable. The concubines in the harem are related to the imperial court, and this matter is of great importance. I urge Your Majesty to reconsider."
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