Yes, he was an emperor. If he hadn't been scheming, he would have been devoured long ago, leaving not even bones behind. He probably drank too much and asked such a foolish question.
A short while later, someone came in to report on the situation with Young Master Li.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty, Young Master Li is hosting a banquet for his friends on the boat, where they are drinking and listening to music. There's nothing particularly unusual going on."
"Yes, have someone keep an eye on his movements."
The father and son from the third branch of the Li family are both ruthless; they should be careful not to go too far.
Then Kangxi added, "I'll lend a hand if necessary."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
The two admired the scenery for a while longer before returning home. Upon their return, Emperor Kangxi heard that the Crown Prince had come today.
Did he say what it was about?
"No."
"Go down."
After returning home, Kangxi worked overtime for a while before finally falling asleep.
The following days were relatively leisurely. She would occasionally go out with Emperor Kangxi, sometimes look at the account books, and spend the rest of her time with her daughter.
Xiao Anle had just celebrated her first birthday not long ago. She could already speak a little bit, though she was still unsteady on her feet. But she could start learning. Youqing didn't ask the nanny for help and taught her to speak and walk.
The mother and daughter's relationship grew stronger.
However, this meant that Youqing spent all her daytime time with Anle, neglecting Kangxi. Looking out the window at his wife and daughters playing under the shade of the trees in the courtyard, and then at the memorials in his hand, Kangxi didn't want to do anything anymore.
If Emperor Kangxi were alive today, he would be a true reflection of the "working class," since emperors are essentially working for the country, the only difference being that they have more power and better treatment.
However, the fatigue was no less than expected, and perhaps even greater.
When it was time to sleep that night, Kangxi couldn't help but make a fuss. After it was over, Youqing didn't even have the strength to glare at him. She just looked at him with resentment in her eyes, which made Kangxi feel a little guilty.
"You're almost forty, so take it easy and take care of your health. Don't compare yourself to how you used to be."
Youqing was telling him not to go too far. As he got older, he should be more detached from worldly desires. Being too heavy on sex is not good for his health.
Kangxi was somewhat bewildered upon hearing this: "What, you don't like this?"
Youqing is almost thirty years old and doesn't reject these things. It's said that thirty is like a wolf and forty is like a tiger. It's not that she doesn't like them, but sometimes Kangxi really goes too far. He's not young anymore, but he acts like a young boy in these matters and doesn't know how to write the word "restraint".
"I'm doing this for your own good. You're so much older than me, I don't want you to go first."
Only Youqing would dare to say such a thing; otherwise, who would dare to discuss the issue of death with Emperor Kangxi?
"I have consulted the imperial physicians. Some people are naturally gifted, and this will not affect their lifespan."
Emperor Kangxi was one of those exceptionally gifted individuals, so he was unaffected by nightly revelry.
Youqing was taken aback: "You're asking the imperial physician about this?"
"Of course, I also wish to stay with you for a few years!"
Who would want to die when they could live? With his beloved wife and young daughter, Emperor Kangxi cherished his life more than anyone else.
Then Kangxi added, "Don't worry! The imperial physicians have said that a good mood contributes to longevity."
Emperor Kangxi enjoyed it immensely, believing it to be the key to longevity.
Youqing understood what he meant, and her gaze towards him immediately changed. This man really hasn't changed his scoundrel nature!
However, it should still be said: "From now on, no more than twice a night."
That's all he can do, especially when he gets excited or something happy happens; he has to enjoy it to the fullest at night.
Emperor Kangxi was displeased upon hearing this. How could it be enough to do it twice? He began to bargain.
"At least twice, I guarantee it won't be more than four times."
"Three times, no more than that."
Okay, Kangxi compromised for the time being. Yes, he compromised for the time being.
Kangxi thought to himself that this was a matter of great importance. He knew that once the die was cast, he would have no choice but to make her beg for it, and then she would be in deep trouble.
Youqing was satisfied upon hearing this, and then fell asleep, too tired.
The next day, Youqing was still with her daughter when Kangxi summoned Liang Jiugong and gave him some instructions. When Liang Jiugong heard these instructions, his eyes widened in surprise.
No, His Majesty is almost forty years old. At this age, if he were to look for a fire-avoidance diagram, it would be one that would make women even more comfortable.
What is Your Majesty trying to do? Is he perhaps trying to seduce the Empress?
Liang Jiugong couldn't fathom the man's thoughts, so he stopped trying and hurried off to find the fire-avoidance diagram that Kangxi had requested.
Kangxi entrusted Liang Jiugong with this matter personally. Although Kangxi was thick-skinned, he was afraid that Youqing would be thin-skinned if she found out, and that it would be bad if she took her anger out on him because of this.
Therefore, Liang Jiugong must avoid people.
Therefore, Liang Jiugong had no choice but to do it himself.
However, something happened while I was doing it myself.
"What is Steward Liang doing?"
Logically, he should be waiting outside Kangxi's study at this time, which should be his daily routine. His appearance here with a stack of books in his hand looks particularly strange.
Liang Jiugong was surprised to see Sangzhu. What was this young lady doing here?
He didn't answer Sangzhu's question, but instead asked, "Why are you here instead of serving the Empress?"
Liang Jiugong also knew Sangzhu well, knowing that she usually spent most of her time with Youqing.
Sangzhu said, "I'll go get the account book for the master. Is this the book that Steward Liang found for His Majesty?"
Of course.
But will Liang Jiuneng admit it?
He cannot.
Therefore, Liang Jiugong said, "These are just some miscellaneous books; they are not what His Majesty wants."
Upon hearing this, Sangzhu didn't ask any further questions: "I see. Then I won't bother Steward Liang any longer."
After saying that, she prepared to leave.
Liang Jiugong also breathed a sigh of relief. He had been doing something like stealing fire avoidance books, but His Majesty wouldn't let anyone know. He was exhausted.
The two went in opposite directions. When Sangzhu was about to pass by, she slipped and fell with a thud, bumping into Liang Jiugong. Both of them fell down, but neither was injured. However, the account book in Sangzhu's hand and the fire avoidance map in Liang Jiugong's hand were scattered all over the ground.
Sangzhu quickly got up and apologized: "I'm sorry, Steward Liang, the ground was slippery, please get up quickly."
Liang Jiugong quickly got up and then pretended to reach for the fire-avoidance diagram on the ground.
Sangzhu quickly replied, "I'll take care of it."
Liang Jiugong couldn't let her come.
"I'll do it, you can stand!"
Sangzhu naturally disagreed.
She started picking up the account books from the ground.
Although there are differences between the account book and the fire avoidance diagram, the differences are not particularly significant. In particular, Liang Jiugong is quite capable and has collected many unique ones. Some of the fire avoidance diagrams have even been made into the style of formal books.
While Sangzhu was picking up the items, she naturally helped Liang Jiugong pick them up as well.
Then Sangzhu exclaimed, "Ah! What is this? Why are there pictures here?"
After saying that, Sangzhu took it closer to take a look.
Then, blushing, she threw the fire-avoidance diagram in her hand as if it were something dirty. She was too embarrassed to speak to Liang Jiugong again, even though Liang Jiugong was a eunuch, he was still a man.
When Liang Jiugong heard her exclamation "Ah," he knew something was wrong. Before he could react, the Fire Avoidance Diagram had already ascended into the sky.
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