Dreams of Qing surround Yaochi ( Shared with Empress Xiaoxian )

  Yumiya (down)

  "Your Ladyship, Fourth Young Master has arrived!" Qin Mama came in and reported.

  "Ah, it's just dawned on me, the Fourth Prince has arrived so quickly, it's clear he's been thinking of the Imperial Concubine." Li Guiren hastened to flatter him.

  Who doesn't know this yet. Ning Pin smiled and glanced at Yunzhu, "Have you made an appointment with Fourth Lady?"

  Yunzhu said: "As we have already agreed, for the sake of our mother's Qiuji, as a son and daughter-in-law, how can we not be careful?"

  The smile on Xi Guifei's face deepened, and she ignored the conversation, saying to Qin Mama: "Quickly let Fourth Brother come in, we're all family, no need for formalities."

  Hongli's body has been carrying the majesty of a prince in recent years. The dark green velvet-edged brocade robe wrapped around his tall and slender body, his handsome face tempered by time, with lines that seemed more resolute than ever, and his deep, narrow eyes like an abyss... His noble, elegant, and steady demeanor made him look more and more like a monarch. In addition to this, he also had the aura of a man in his prime, which was enough to make women adore and infatuate over him.

  Fu Chá. Fú Líng ā jǐ rén liǎn shàng bù yuē ér tóng de fú qǐ táohóng yún, lián Sū Bǎo Róu yě shì yǎn zhōng shǎn guò mí liàn de xiū yì.

  The son greets his mother.

  "Why so many ceremonies when you come to your mother's place, Chunhui? Quickly help the Fourth Prince up!" Although her son had bowed to her as soon as he entered the door, Huiruo still hadn't missed the glance he had quickly withdrawn from Yunzhu. At first glance, what she noticed was that he was looking at Fuca Yunzhu - it seemed that indeed "once you have a wife, you forget your mother".

  Ning Pin and Li Gui Ren also couldn't stay any longer, so they paid their respects to the Fourth Prince and then took their leave.

  The Empress Dowager herself came down and took Hong Li's hand, smiling: "Is there still any business today? If not, then accompany me for dinner." At the same time, she turned her head to instruct: "Chun Hui, go brew a cup of hot tea to warm up the Fourth Prince's body. No, it's better to have milk tea instead. Drinking tea on an empty stomach is not good, lest you damage your intestines and stomach."

  On ordinary days, there would be dim sum in the Qianqing Palace, but it was different when attending court. Even the emperor wouldn't eat at that time. Today, they again discussed the progress of the river course and water conservancy work, with no results to show for it, yet a large amount of silver had been invested, and many officials began to oppose such unlimited expenditure, some insisting that they couldn't give up halfway, the debate losing its basis, and some falling into a stalemate. At this time, he indeed felt somewhat thirsty and empty in the stomach.

  "Nothing is more important than accompanying my mother for dinner, I had already made up my mind to stay with my mother today and not leave." Yunzhu tacitly went forward and helped Hongli support her as they walked towards the next room, sitting down together on the kang.

  Next, Hongli told some interesting stories about his time outside, making Xi Guifei laugh frequently. Yunzhu occasionally served tea and snacks to the two of them, then at the right moment, when Hongli mentioned a certain place, she would say that on such-and-such day and hour, she had given Xi Guifei porcelain or woven blankets, embroidered goods, and food, which were all special products entrusted by Master to be sent back.

  Suddenly, even Consort Xing felt that her son was extremely filial and never forgot himself. The atmosphere became increasingly harmonious and joyful.

  Hongli only then realized that when he was away, Yunzhu had not forgotten to be filial to his mother. Everything was carefully selected and sent to the Chengqian Palace, but unfortunately, his mother ignored her good intentions. She didn't think that he was busy with work outside, how could he have time to go shopping for local specialties to show respect to his mother? Some things were just ordered by servants, and his own attention was only on the rare plant seeds and seedlings that Yunzhu liked... However, he did remember that among them, there were a few dishes that Fu Heng had smiled and said he wanted to buy for his sister to try. It seemed that when Yunzhu received these things, she had sent many of them to the Chengqian Palace in her own name.

  He knew that Yunzhu was filial, but now he said it one by one, and it was even more profound and clear. His pity and love for her were also deeper.

  "In the blink of an eye, another year has passed, and this filial piety period is also coming to an end. At your mother's age, she is looking forward to you having children, so that she can hold her grandsons and granddaughters."

  Hongli smiled faintly, "Why didn't Mother say earlier that she liked holding her grandson? It's no problem to take Yongrui to Chengqian Palace to raise him."

  "This can't be compared, even if Yongheng is good, he's not the eldest son!" Xi Guifei said, "Yu Fei at least has Yongying."

  It's impossible for the eldest son to be taken care of in Chengqian Palace. It's clear that he dislikes Yongheng because of his bad birth timing, Hongli thought to himself, "Didn't those two sons go to the northwest a few years ago? The son and Yunzhu are still young, no rush."

  Is she just hoping for Fucha Yunzhu to give birth to a grandson? Xi Guifei glanced at Yunzhu, who was speaking with Yongheng, and didn't know if she could hear her or not. "Yunzhu is a virtuous and gentle person, I naturally feel at ease, but the harem is still better off when everyone gets an equal share of attention."

  "Mother, what's the point of talking about this? Are you still mourning?" He actually dared to manage his own household. Is this really his biological mother? Hongli was annoyed, but couldn't show it on his face. The hat of unfilial piety is suffocating!

  Xī Guì Fēi heard this and was speechless. Yes, it's about guarding filial piety. Previously, when the Empress Dowager was still alive, Yunzhu wasn't considered the sole favorite either. She also held the status of Imperial Prince's consort. In the imperial family, to say something unpleasant, this consort is just a title higher than that of a concubine, and she also belongs to the category of "concubine". How can they demand equal treatment with Cè Fú Jūn (Imperial Noble Consort) and Fú Jūn (Noble Consort) in terms of serving the Emperor and privileges?!

  After all, it's not a child she raised with her own hands, and it's not good to be too anxious. Except for the imperial power, most of Gui Fei's attention was on Hong Li, so naturally, she saw that he didn't want to talk much at this time... or maybe he didn't want her interference. Rubbing her forehead, she sighed softly: "It's Mother who is being impatient. You've been clever and determined since you were young, and you know what you're doing in your heart. I don't know if it's because of exhaustion, but recently my head has been aching."

  "Has Dr. Xuan come? It's almost New Year's, can you eat and sleep well?"

  Xī Guì Fēi opened her eyes to see the worried expression on her son's face, and she felt a sense of relief. She forced a smile and said, "It's nothing, I just haven't been sleeping well these past few days. The imperial physician has already prescribed me some calming medicine to drink."

  When it comes to plotting and scheming, Consort Xi is really not worthy of Emperor Qianlong's attention. How can her expression escape his deliberate observation? Hearing her speak like this, he could only smile to himself and let her go. Picking up the warm milk tea, his eyes looked towards Yunzhu, coincidentally meeting her as she turned around with a gentle smile, her captivating demeanor warming his heart, how delightful! His Yunzhu was not one of those common people who grasped for power and refused to let go.

  For more than a year, he spent most of his time in the capital city and was familiar with the operation of Qianxi's two manors. His wife was indeed a master who knew how to use people and delegate power. Every day, her life was filled with activities such as sun-drying flowers, making fruit preserves, brewing fruit wine, embroidering, sewing clothes, and practicing calligraphy... it was so interesting that she couldn't help but admire herself.

  "Mother, dinner is ready." Chun Tao came in and reported.

  "Uh-huh." Xi Guifei responded with a single word and stood up, saying to Su Bao Rou and the others who were speaking in hushed tones: "Let's go to the side hall."

  They said they would dine together, but were divided into two tables. Xi Guifei, Hongli, Yunzhu and Yongheng sat at one table, while several gege sat at another. Everyone followed the rule of "not speaking while eating" and quietly finished a meal.

  The Qianqiu Festival of a Guifei can't compare to the Wan Shou Festival of an Emperor. The inner court manager, who knew Yongzheng's character well, even if he wanted to curry favor with Hongli and make the Qianqiu Festival a bit grander, didn't dare to do so. Everything was carried out according to the Guifei's regulations. However, since the emperor ascended to the throne, including the deceased Empress Xiaojing, there hadn't been many Qianqiu Festivals held for the imperial consorts in the harem. Therefore, Xi Guifei indeed enjoyed a moment of glory, and her position as the first-ranking consort was secure.

  After entering the twelfth lunar month, the imperial palace also started to become busy. However, Consort Xi still held the power in the palace, and Yunzhu was happy to live a leisurely life. Since the mourning period was about to end, various restrictions were relaxed, and she secretly went out of the palace with Hongli several times. They visited Ruiqin Wangfu to see Ruiqin Wangfu, who had not been seen for a long time, and teased the little emperor Hongxun. She also returned to her hometown, where the wedding preparations for her two older brothers were underway, including the ceremonies of sending betrothal gifts and fixing the date. The wedding was scheduled to take place on February 12th of next year, during the Hundred Flowers Festival.

  At the age of nine, Mingliang began to read and practice martial arts. His personality was vastly different from that of his mother, Fu Guangcheng's, being more lively, agile, and not giving off a frivolous or oily impression. Seeing Yunzhu as usual, he enthusiastically surrounded her, counting the fruits and pastries that were sent into the mansion from time to time, asking which ones she liked best, and which ones the family members liked...

  It can be inferred from his words that the child is accustomed to observing people's subtleties, and Hongli, who was deeply impressed by him, couldn't help but yearn for himself and Yunzhu to have a child like this.

  Thinking of Yunya who was pregnant, I thought of Hongzhen who had become a duke at a young age. At the beginning of the year, Hongzhen married Xilin Guoruo, the daughter of Zhongshu Zhuo Lin Tai, but for some reason, Xilin Guoruo became depressed and unhappy after entering the Yi Qin Wang Fu, and by May, she had fallen ill in bed and couldn't get up...

  If they, the couple and Mei Yunzhu, could occasionally visit Junya in the past, now she had to consider the feelings of King Yi's consort, so she eventually put down her intention to visit Junya, only letting someone bring over many recipes for pregnant women for Junya, knowing that she and the fetus were healthy was good enough.

  It's still good to have children of one's own. If Junya can't have her own children, it's likely that the couple will adopt a son for Hongtun's lineage. Although people in this era have strict requirements for their heirs, if they show disobedient or unfilial behavior, society and family will condemn and punish them, but after all, there is still a layer of separation, making it difficult to experience the joy of family harmony. Junya is Yunzhu's confidante, who has maintained their relationship for many years, and she still hopes that Yunzhu can experience the happiness of a complete family.

  As for another good friend, Zhao Jia Yu Gui also gave birth to their eldest son Ji Xing in October of the ninth year of Yongzheng's reign. The days passed very comfortably. Yunzhu was restricted by her identity and filial piety, and in three years, she had only returned to her mother's house a few times, and rarely socialized with relatives and friends. However, these messages never missed, and every time she thought of them, she would also remember He Lan, who died in childbirth, and felt that the fate of the world was indeed wonderful.

  It's just that Yu Gui never thought that Helan, who had auditioned for the same show as her and worshipped at Guanyin Temple in Xiuyun Temple together with Helan, would become wives of the same man one after another.

  After the Little New Year, Yunzhu automatically stopped going out of the palace. For various sacrificial rituals and banquets, she was indispensable as a prop. After being busy until the eighth day of the first month, Yunzhu let Su Bao Rou show her face and pay respects with tea.

  When offering tea, Gao Lu saw Yun Zhu wearing the golden silk jacket she made and her eyes lit up. Her sudden change in mood was so dramatic that even Hong Li felt it. After they withdrew, he asked: "What medicine did Lady Gao take?"

  From his tone, it can be inferred that after Hongli recovered from the back house tour, he did not fall in love with Gao Lüwei's hard work, but on the contrary, he became more wary of this woman.

  Although she used spiritual power to separate the clothes from her skin, Yunzhu still felt uncomfortable. As soon as she returned to the bedroom, she took it off and said, "Maybe it's because I wore the cotton-padded jacket she made for me."

  It's just a piece of clothing, why be so happy that the corners of his mouth are curved for an hour? Hongli thought to himself, "Is there something wrong with the clothes?"

  "It should be fine, you know, the Suwen Lingzhu beside me is somewhat familiar with pharmacology, and they've also checked the clothes, otherwise I wouldn't dare to wear them... It's just that, for some reason, wearing them still doesn't feel comfortable, probably due to the material. Yúnzhū said casually, thinking to herself: Let Gāo Shì think she's won, and it can also be used as a bonus for future arrangements, how cost-effective! A whole incense stick's worth of effort."

  Her close-fitting clothes were always made of fine silk or fine gauze, with extremely delicate workmanship. If there was even a slight thread on the clothes, she would feel uncomfortable... Hongli thought of this and couldn't help but recall her soft and delicate skin, his heart warmed up, and he smiled: "Just thinking about pleasing you, if you don't like it, just throw it away." He kept it as a footcloth, fearing there might still be some danger.

  Yunzhu gave him a gentle peck on the cheek and handed him his usual pouch. "Alright, hurry up and go." Regardless of whether he spent the night in someone's room or returned to the outer study for rest at midnight, he would always return to the backyard clean after washing up, have breakfast with Yunzhu, change into the clothes, hat, shoes, and accessories he was going to wear that day, before heading out.