Consort Tong wronged Emperor Kangxi on this point. He didn't favor women based on their intelligence; if he liked them or found them pleasing to the eye, he would spoil them.
However, there was nothing that could be done about pampering Qingyou, and the reasons could not be explained to outsiders.
"I never said I wanted to directly convict Consort Shu. I came here today just to ask Consort Shu. After all, Consort Shu is the only one in the entire harem who has a grudge against Consort Cheng, and the investigation has led to Jiangxuexuan. Consort Shu should give an explanation."
Consort Tong's words were quite clever; by asking Youqing to explain, she was essentially passing the buck back to Youqing.
Youqing couldn't help but chuckle: "Your Majesty's words are truly interesting. What explanation do you need from me for something I didn't do? Instead of wasting time explaining, Your Majesty would be better off thoroughly investigating the family situation of Chen Tian and the little eunuch who died in the kitchen. Don't let go of those who truly dislike Noble Lady."
That was a bit too blunt, clearly telling everyone that this little scheme was pointless and that there was no way she would explain it.
Consort Tong was furious. This was the first time she had ever seen such an impolite person. A mere noble lady dared to be so presumptuous and disrespectful to her just because of the Emperor's favor. She was truly being arrogant and presumptuous. She was giving her too much face.
"Consort Shu, how dare you!"
Youqing lowered her head, appearing meek, and said, "This concubine dares not."
This further angered Consort Tong.
Consort Tong immediately rubbed her forehead and began to complain of a headache.
Youqing quickly said with concern, "Your Majesty's headache is quite severe. I should call the imperial physician to come and take a look. Your Majesty manages the affairs of the inner palace, and the headache is probably due to overwork. If it is really not possible, you can also delegate the palace affairs to other consorts. I think there will be someone willing to help. After all, Your Majesty's health is more important."
Consort Tong was now truly in a headache, but she dared not complain of a headache any longer, for fear that if she continued to complain, palace affairs would be lost.
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