Endless Hatred (4)

  It reflects the care and importance of family, clan, kinship and even society to new life. The full moon gift represents the beginning of a child's life, which is more solemn and serious.

  Yongzheng attached great importance to the full moon gift of the triplets. He ordered the Imperial Tea Bureau and Guanglu Temple to co-host it in the Qianqing Palace. The princes, high-ranking officials, and their wives were invited to attend the ceremony in the palace, while the subsequent full moon banquet was held in the main hall of the Western Wing of the Qianqing Palace, which basically belonged to the inner court, and outsiders did not participate.

  Due to the emperor and Xi Guifei's attention, Song Lao Lao came to request participation in the full moon ceremony on behalf of her master. With a sincere blessing for the newborn, she spoke with great tact and eloquence. Yunzhu knew that she didn't want Su Bao Rou to be the only one to enjoy this glory, so she looked at Hongli, "Gao Gege's child in her belly is about to be born, what if something goes wrong..." She didn't finish speaking.

  Hongli knew that the Gao family was not really just asking to participate in the full moon banquet to bless Yongqi and the others, but he was now filled with joy for the child, so he naturally agreed. However, he still warned Song Niangniang with a cold expression, "Take good care of Gao Shi, I don't want anything to go wrong later, understand?"

  Now he spends most of his time following Yongzheng to handle government affairs, and has more contact with princes and high-ranking officials. His demeanor is increasingly majestic, his expression calm and cold, and his eyes slightly narrowed. Shangguan Hong's maid understood his intention, and she nodded hastily, her back sweating: "Yes." Fortunately, the master did not intend to make a fuss about it, but simply did not want Su Baoju to rely on this glory to pressure him in the future.

  On the day of the full moon, Hongli and Yunzhu both wore auspicious clothes with stone blue embroidery. Hongli wore a winter hat, while Yunzhu wore a hairpin made of gold, jade, and precious stones, looking elegant and noble. Fuca Fulinga, Su Bao Rou, Gao Lu Wei, Ke Li Ye Te Guo Xin, Yong Huang, and the four one-month-old babies all put on their new clothes and festive attire.

  Jade dew frost, square cream filling, white honey print, yellow and white dot cake, big pancake, small pancake, red and white sprinkles, eggs, dried fruit, golden silk cake, red date yam cake, cloud bean cake... all kinds of Manchu pastries and festive eggs, dried fruit are available. Other dishes such as lamb wine, milk wine, yellow wine and Manchu dishes are only served at the two western buildings.

  Madam Guo, Madam Ye and several others were busy putting away the various pastries and clothes, shoes, hats, pillows, bedding, longevity locks, jade pendants and other gifts they had received, while directing the servants to work with the people from the Imperial Kitchen to set up the banquet venue.

  Everyone knew that the Fourth Imperial Concubine had given birth to triplets, but there were four babies who were celebrating their full moon ceremony. Naturally, another baby's mother, Su Gege, also entered the vision of the imperial concubines, all of whom were secretly sizing up this gentle and reserved woman, thinking that her appearance and temperament were not bad, but still far inferior to those of the Fourth Imperial Concubine. It was unknown whether she had truly won the favor of the Fourth Prince or if it was just the Fourth Imperial Concubine's kindness and wisdom that had elevated her status.

  "The child is really lovely." Yiru Gen Ruo Shulan looked at the magnificent Yunzhu, thinking of the days when they entered the palace together for the selection, and felt both envy and bitterness. "Why lift up a Han army flag, she's not even qualified to compare with that one from the Ula Nara family?"

  Yunzhu smiled shallowly, "That's not what I meant, you understand this helplessness too. By the way, do you have any news about your pregnancy yet?" Since Yiru Gen Ruo Shulan had pointed out to Chunqin Wang's sixth son Hongyun, possibly considering that in the future it might also be unnecessary for the two of them to match up, she was quite straightforward in putting aside her animosity towards Yunzhu from the time of the selection. At several gatherings of the imperial family ladies-in-waiting, the two got along fairly well, and under the circumstances where you have a heart and I have an intention, the two gradually developed some friendship.

  Yiru Gen Sulan almost immediately understood, this was Xi Guifei's intention. It seemed that the Fourth Prince's favor towards her had not diminished, and now she had given birth to triplets, with both a son and a daughter, whereas she herself had nothing to show for it after all these years, stuck in household chores and harem struggles. The pampered and arrogant girl of yesteryear had slowly been ground into the steady and worldly woman of today, her heart filled with melancholy. She shook her head and said: "The imperial physician has also examined me and said that there's nothing wrong with my body, it's just that I'm unable to conceive."

  Chun Qin Wang, although not as favored as Yi Qin Wang among his many brothers, was more trusted than Cheng Qin Wang and Heng Qin Wang. However, Hong Yun was the son of Chun Qin Wang's favorite, with a decent appearance and talent. Being chosen as the heir to such a noble family was not inferior to marrying into the imperial family. When the family received the imperial edict, the elders were also satisfied. In fact, it has been proven that even if he cannot inherit the title of Chun Qin Wang in the future, he has the ability to grant titles to his wife and children. This year's Wan Shou Festival, he was promoted to Beile for his achievements at the customs with Guo Qin Wang, which is rare among the many imperial princes who did not receive their titles through military merit. It is also possible that he will be further promoted in the future.

  However, Hongjun's talent is good but a bit lecherous. In the current Beile Mansion, apart from her as the legitimate Fu Jin, there are also Fucha Jiahui, who was assigned to Hongjun at the same time as the side Fu Jin, Zhang, who was promoted from Gege to Shu Fu Jin after giving birth to the eldest son Yongbo, and Zhaktu, who was promoted to Shu Fu Jin after giving birth to the second son Yongyao. Concubines Zhang and Yang.

  I've also heard of couples with normal fertility functions who couldn't have children for over a decade... could it be something like egg incompatibility? However, she still believes that human interference is more likely. "You should read some medical books when you're free, maybe you can find the problem."

  "In the past two years, I haven't watched less, and besides, I have Fei Yini by my side, she's an expert in this area." Yilu Gen Ruo Shulan smiled and said, "Forget it, I've opened up too. If I don't give birth to one after a few more years, I'll just adopt one and raise it by my side."

  Cloud pearl lost smile.

  "Fourth Lady, Shulan." Hong Tong's wife, Nala Haona, and Hong Ding's wife, Zhao Jia Yu Gui, walked over.

  "There's nothing to say, the child is so cute, I'm so envious of her fair and tender skin." Anyone who sees Yiru Gen Ruo Shulan now, dealing with people with ease, would find it hard to associate her with the person she was before marriage.

  It's clear that life can change people in many ways.

  After experiencing the selfish frenzy of human nature in those doomsday years, and being in the center of power in the Qing Dynasty for several years, Yunzhu would not truly regard them as so-called close friends. However, they needed to get close to her for future plans, and she also needed some "friends" to understand some situations about the imperial family's women, mutually beneficial that's all.

  "You talk."

  "It's Madame Jingda and Viscountess Chengzheng who have arrived." Yu Guizhi recognized the Gua'erjia lady and hastily said, "Go quickly, don't mind us."

  "Have met the four noble ladies." Xitara and Guwalgiya saw Yunzhu and hurriedly paid their respects, with joyful expressions on their faces.

  "Third Aunt, Second Aunt, no need for excessive courtesy."

  "Compared to when they were born, the triplets have grown a lot stronger." Chitaen also came to visit when they were born and now sees that the triplets are being raised strong and healthy. Originally worried about premature babies being difficult to raise, now she can rest assured.

  Guaerjia was overjoyed that her daughter had a son and a daughter, but today's full moon gift included a big gege and Su Shi couldn't help feeling suffocated in her heart. And that Gao Shi was afraid that others wouldn't see her belly, with the same intention of climbing up by borrowing her daughter's nephew, it's really annoying.

  Xita Lan obviously had the same feeling, but she had been paying attention to Yunzhu from the beginning, seeing her face warm and gentle, her words elegant and refined, and when she looked closer, she was even more like a fragrant orchid, with no hint of bitterness or resentment in her eyes, so she knew that she hadn't taken this matter to heart, and couldn't help but secretly praise her temperament.

  After exchanging a couple of words, the two helped Yunzhu greet the other noblewomen.

  Since they had already made their move, Su Bao Rou and Gao Liu Mei naturally didn't want to let go of this opportunity either. One stayed by the side of Xi Gui Fei, trying her best to show off her noble bearing when introducing herself and Da Ge Ge to other imperial consorts, but she didn't know that from the moment she appeared at the full moon banquet with Da Ge Ge, her image as a gentle and obedient woman had already cracked. The other one made an effort to chat with other consorts through the Xilin Jueluo family (her sister was married to Ertai), showing off her family background and belly, conducting diplomatic maneuvers.

  Fu Cha Fulinga, Ke'er Yuet Guoxin was very low-key. As a gege, it wasn't wise to take the lead without being sure of winning against Fu Jin. However, Yong Rong was after all Hong Li's eldest son, and Fu Cha Fulinga's presence couldn't be reduced no matter what. Fortunately, she behaved properly and didn't make the people from Fu Cha's household feel uncomfortable. Jin Shi followed behind the two, looking at Yun Zhu on stage with an envious expression that she couldn't hide.

  Facing the various gazes cast by other noblewomen, Gua Erjia's expression remained calm and composed, but inside she was seething with anger. Watching Xi Guifei introduce Su Shi and Gao Shi to others with a joyful face, she thought to herself: People like this, no matter how filial they are, are still useless!

  In the end, she didn't mind when it came to herself, but when it came to her daughter, she felt resentful. Of course, no matter how angry she was, she couldn't show it now, as today was a joyful day for her daughter and nephew. However, this anger was buried deep in her heart and brought back to the Fu Cha Mansion, waiting to erupt at some unknown time.

  In the full moon ceremony, there are naming ceremonies and shaving of infant hair, but none are as solemn as performing the "four directions" ritual.

  In the midst of music and ceremony, the presenter read out the announcement. After washing his hands, Hongli lit incense and paid respects to their ancestors. The Cloud Pearl was brought out, followed by four wet nurses carrying babies, while the noblewomen of the clan stood solemnly to welcome them. Yongzheng stepped forward to present a jade pendant full of auspicious meaning to Yongqi, while Empress Xi gave each of her three granddaughters embroidered sachets with peony flowers and spoke words of blessing.

  Then, Hongli and Yunzhu symbolically pointed out several close relatives to the child, including princes, princesses, and Jing Yongxuan and Hui, who were already very sensitive to their mother's voice. When she spoke, her bright eyes would follow her fingers, not afraid of strangers at all, extremely cute and endearing.

  Several imperial consorts saw the smiling face and simultaneously showed a slightly surprised expression, unexpectedly giving birth to triplets in more than seven months, one month later they can be raised so spirited, in comparison, Da Gege looks more like an insufficiently born child.

  In the congratulatory speech, Hongli's cloud beads led the nanny holding the child to perform the "heaven and earth, four sides" ceremony, conveying encouragement and motivation to the child, foretelling that the child would take it as his duty to govern heaven and earth and rule the four sides.

  The Shaman finished blessing the child on one side, and the relatives and ladies of the Manchu nobility came forward to pray for blessings and congratulations. Hong Li Yunzhu finally thanked them.

  The banquet began after the ceremony was over.

  This time, the time was a bit long, and Da Gege had been crying "waaah" with hunger. Hehe and Jing also furrowed their little brows. Yunzhu thought about hurrying back to Qianxi Second House to feed milk and change into light and refreshing clothes, so she bid farewell to the people around her and took a step forward first.

  Several ladies-in-waiting were experienced and smiled, letting her go first. At this time, a voice came over, "I haven't seen what triplets look like yet?"

  "Didn't you say she was very cute? I didn't notice just now." From a distance, several elegantly dressed ladies walked over.

  Is it Li Guiren? Yunzhu's eyebrows slightly furrowed, as if she had realized something, and gave Lingzhui and the others a glance. They understood her intention and took a step back to stand beside several wet nurses.

  "What's wrong?"

  Yunzhu chuckled and said, "I'm worried that Hehui and them will get hungry like He'an and start crying too—"

  "What's going on?" Aunt Xuan grabbed Li Guiren's hand and shouted, and everyone reflexively looked at her hand, only to see that she was wearing two extremely sharp fingernail covers that were faintly glowing blue. Before they could react, Li Guiren had already flashed out her left hand, and a silver light flashed in the daylight, seemingly a silver hairpin, stabbing straight at Yongyu's heart.

  Uncle Jiong's movements were faster than hers, and with a kick, he kicked her out, not caring if she hit anyone else. Yong Xian's nanny, Lin Shi, was also quick-witted and quickly reacted, holding Yong Xian back two steps, creating distance from the people around her and not approaching Hong Li and Yun Zhu, because she saw several palace maids rushing towards them, each holding a gleaming dagger in their hands.

  Among the several noblewomen who came over, there were also Li Guiren's accomplices. Almost at the same time, they pulled out the long hairpins on their heads and rushed towards Mijia with a crash. Ling Shuo pushed Mijia to the side without reacting, reached out with his right hand, grasped the wrist of the incoming person, and with one pull, lifted his right foot and slammed it onto the back of the stumbling person.

  Pfft——

  That woman suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, rolled onto the ground, and coincidentally landed in front of Yunzhu. Seeing this great opportunity, she quickly got up and pounced on Yunzhu.

  Hongli, who was fighting with another palace maid next to him, pushed the assassin back with one palm. He retreated half a step, dazed and suddenly aware that someone was behind him on his left. Without looking, he stretched out his hand to grab the person and throw them over to block the sharp light for Yunzhu.

  The person behind him was a vigilant one, and his body retreated two steps along with the person in front. Hongli didn't catch anyone as he had expected, and for an instant, he didn't have time to think before pouncing on Yunzhu. The two of them rolled to the ground, embracing each other. The noblewoman, who was dressed up, barely missed them, but her reaction was even quicker. A long hairpin shot out from her hand like a sharp arrow and flew straight towards Hongli's back.

  When Yunzhu was knocked down by Hongli and fell to the ground, her neck and head were still protected by his arms, without any bumps or bruises. At this moment, she saw the sharp hairpin flying towards her, and a series of calculations flashed through her mind, with a look of surprise in her eyes. Suddenly, she found the strength to turn over and cover Hongli's body, "Ah!" She cried out softly, with tears welling up in her eyes.

  Hongli didn't know what had happened, his heart aching violently, one hand protecting her body to the side, and with the other foot, he kicked out with great force, sending the woman who was pouncing over flying back several feet, landing on the ground and spitting out another mouthful of blood before fainting.

  "Ahh!" A miserable cry came, and Gao Lu Micro didn't know what was going on, but she followed and fell to this side. Hong Li's pupils shrank, and Ke Lie Ye Te Fu Cha Su and several others were dodging left and right over there, while the sound of Gao Lu Micro falling had attracted those two assassins to this side.

  Kick the assassin out, Gaoluo Wei fell two or three steps in front of them, the assassin turned this way, and it was just a blink of an eye. Hongli quickly understood his situation and immediately helped Yunzhu stand up. "Yunzhu, how are you?" His heart was anxious and angry, if it wasn't for the danger at this moment, he really wanted to spank her. A glance at the hairpin, which was stuck in her left shoulder about an inch deep, fresh blood gushing out, and in a short while, her clothes were stained with a piece of crimson, and the thick fragrance of orchid wafted out.

  "I'm fine, child..." she said softly, her smooth forehead was actually painful and had cold sweat, her clear face also turned pale.

  "The child is fine." He coldly scanned the surroundings, seeing that Naiya and Ling Shu had protected the child well, although there was some danger, but for now, they were safe. The ones who were in trouble were the assassins who had surrounded them, their goal was clearly the child, himself, and Yunzhu.

  His eyes didn't look at himself at all.

  "Ugh!" Gao Luomi clutched her abdomen in pain, but no one knew that her heart was even colder and more painful. Just now, if she hadn't been vigilant, the man who had devoted himself to her would have taken her to replace Fucha Yunzhu as a shield against the assassin's knife. At that time, she still defended him, not knowing that he might not recognize her standing there, with his child in her belly. Due to her clumsy body, she was pushed and tripped by Su Baojou and Fu Linga, and she subconsciously escaped in this direction, panicked and avoiding the assassin's blade. She fell to the ground, but he still only protected that woman, and in his eyes, she really was nothing...

  "You, go quickly, don't mind me." She weakly pushed him, exerting herself to move her body in front of his.

  "Shut up, don't speak." He was already standing unsteadily, if he didn't conserve some energy, he really feared that her blood would flow out completely. But this woman, in such a situation, actually still wanted to block the assassin for him, did she not know that their skills were not worth mentioning to him? The reason he was so restricted was because he was afraid of accidentally hurting her or the child, or someone taking advantage of the chaos to harm them, just like what happened with Madame Gao. "The guards have arrived, don't worry." With just these few female assassins, they couldn't accomplish anything, at most they could only catch him off guard.

  The more she heard them mutually defending each other, the colder and more desperate Gao Luomiao's heart became. The assassin had arrived again, could her own child still be kept safe? Feeling a wetness spreading across her abdomen, an unbearable pain in her belly, Gao Luomiao made a crazy decision: since there was no love or pampering, then she didn't want it; she wanted power and status!

  With her last strength, she seized the opportunity to grab the assassin's legs with both hands and shouted loudly: "Master, Madam, you must leave quickly, quickly——"

  The assassin pulled out his leg, didn't wait, and with the other foot, he forcefully kicked her in the chest, kicking her out! "Uh!" Gao Luwei this time really fainted from pain.

  On the other side, Fulinga and others heard Gao Luwei's shout, looking at this scene in disbelief, their faces were pale with fright! Korriyet. Guoxin's eyes narrowed, this Gao family is so ruthless, even herself and the fetus in her womb are calculated, if she survives, which woman can suppress her?!