noffsinger Chapter 280 Fang Nanxi's Transmigration to the Qing Dynasty 34
Chapter 280 Fang Nanxi's Transmigration to the Qing Dynasty 34
When the Emperor learned about Hongshi's concubine, he naturally upheld the law impartially. The court had just stabilized, and he couldn't afford to give his political enemies any ammunition.
But when Hongshi found out, he knelt down at the entrance of the Hall of Mental Cultivation and begged his father to spare the child, saying that he had been married for many years but had no children, and now he finally had one.
The Emperor was filled with disappointment. Even he, the Emperor, had to observe mourning for the late Emperor. How could you, the Third Prince, act so recklessly? Wouldn't this tell the world that you, the Third Prince, are an unfilial person?
But the foolish Hongshi seemed to be blinded by Tian Shi, who kept telling him that this was her first child. Under the influence of Tian Shi's pillow talk, Hongshi lost his mind.
Seeing that things were getting out of hand, Consort Qi took her people to the Prince's residence and gave Lady Tian an abortion potion, which finally resolved the farce.
The Emperor naturally gave Consort Qi a symbolic punishment, confining her to her quarters for a month. As for the Third Prince, he simply told him to put aside his affairs and calm down.
In Chengqian Palace, Fang Nanxi listened to Dongzhi talk about the Third Prince and couldn't help but laugh. She didn't expect Hongshi to be such a "good ally". The previous dynasty had already compared him to Hongxu, but now that this matter has come to light, Hongshi's threat has been reduced by half.
"This Third Prince is a bit ignorant," Fang Nanxi remarked casually, but Xingluo and the palace maids dared not respond.
Indeed, in the second year of Yongzheng's reign, both Hongshi and Hongxu were granted the title of Beile. Most of the court officials remained silent and observed the situation, while some quietly took sides. Fang Nanxi knew that Hongxu was cautious and would not make any underhanded moves. As long as Hongxu was good enough, he would basically not make any mistakes.
Thinking about this, Fang Nanxi's eyes deepened. Recently, Consort Xi and her son have been acting rather restlessly, making some small moves. Judging from Hongli's actions, it seems that he wants to win over Hongzhou. If she tells Consort Yu about this, she wonders what Consort Yu's attitude will be.
"Xiao Linzi, come closer," Fang Nanxi said, whispering a few words in Xiao Linzi's ear before he went out to run errands.
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In Jingren Palace, Qu Xia ran over. Consort Yu was brewing wine. Consort Yu loved wine and enjoyed brewing her own. Now that she had entered the harem, the Empress managed it strictly. Consort Yu could only chat with Consort Mao on weekdays, and could only find something to do to pass the time.
Qu Xia whispered a few words in Yu Pin's ear, and Yu Pin's emotions became very agitated. Her face turned red, and her eyes were full of anger. She was furious: "That bitch, how dare she make a move on Hong Zhou."
In recent years, the relationship between Consort Yu and Consort Xi has deteriorated. Consort Xi tried to repair her relationship with Consort Yu by apologizing, but Consort Yu did not take the bait at all and instead grew closer to Consort Mao.
"No, Qu Xia, after Hong Zhou finishes his class, go and summon him to Jingren Palace," Consort Yu instructed.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Qu Xia withdrew and went to the prince's quarters herself.
I don't know how Consort Yu is dealing with Hongzhou, but I heard from Hongxi and Hongchen that Hongzhou and Hongli have become quite estranged.
In the blink of an eye, it was December of the second year of Yongzheng's reign. The deposed Crown Prince Yinreng, who had been imprisoned in Xian'an Palace, passed away. Before the Crown Prince's death, the Emperor made a special trip to Xian'an Palace to meet him, chatted for a few words, and then conferred the title of Prince Li of the First Rank upon Hongxi.
The funeral of the deposed crown prince was held in a low-key manner. In the blink of an eye, it was the third year of Yongzheng's reign, and preparations for the marriage of Hongxi and Hongchen had to begin. The emperor brought up the matter with her, and Fang Nanxi naturally let the emperor make the decision.
In March, the twenty-seven-month mourning period finally ended. The Emperor decreed that a small-scale imperial concubine selection be held, and bestowed upon the legitimate daughter of the Jaarjia clan the title of Hongxi's primary consort, and the Borjigit clan of Mongolia the title of Hongchen's primary consort.
This year, several more women entered the harem, including Consort Wu, who is said to be from the same clan as the former Princess Wu, but Consort Wu is much wealthier at home; Consort Hai; Consort Li; and Consort Ji and Consort Gu.
The Empress arranged for Consort Ji to reside in Chengqian Palace. Consort Ji lived in the rear chamber of Chengqian Palace. Consort Ji seemed to be a clever person. On her first day in the palace, she visited Fang Nanxi in the main hall with a respectful expression.
“This Ji seems to be a clever one,” Xingluo said.
"Whether he's clever or not doesn't matter, as long as he's not a troublemaker. Xingluo, have Xiaolinzi keep a close eye on things. Chengqian Palace can't be allowed to fall into chaos," Fang Nanxi said calmly.