Spring Breeze Knows No Bounds (Part 2)

  Don't want to bother with this somewhat out-of-tune younger brother, but have to follow him to the Li Bu Yuan in Beijing, why? Because this year the emperor's most important task is not to find a daughter-in-law for his son, but to find sons-in-law for his two daughters who have reached the age of Bixi.

  Because of the victory in the northwest last year, thoroughly eliminating the tumor of Junggar, Emperor Yongzheng, who would not take action unless he cut off the grass and eliminate the roots, severely intimidated the Mongolian, Tibetan, Xinjiang and other vassal kings, local officials and Zhou Bang. As a result, the vassal kings' envoys waiting in the Li Fan Yuan to pay their respects during the New Year are more lively than in previous years, with many young talents, each of whom has set their sights on the two princesses.

  Yongzheng is a person who is extremely concerned about his children, although it doesn't show on the surface. He can't personally find a son-in-law himself, and he doesn't have the time for that either, so he entrusted this task to his two sons, selecting several candidates for them to investigate. Of course, he also informed Prince Yi and Prince Zhuang, after all, she is their biological daughter as well.

  Hongli has never been close to his brothers and sisters. After marrying Yunzhu, seeing her get along well with the two princesses, and also because of Yongzheng's influence, he gradually developed a sense of brotherhood with Fuhui and Yihao, which was not just a superficial relationship. Even Hongxiao, many people often mention him together with Hongli as the fourth and fifth princes, but in fact, their feelings for each other were not particularly deep. When they were young, they were raised by their birth mother, and it wasn't until they started attending school at the age of six that they began to interact more. However, after only two years, he was summoned back into the palace... He was intelligent from a young age and knew what he wanted early on. Compared to Hongxiao, he had more self-control and spent more time studying. This experience and temperament led him to not have particularly deep feelings for his relatives. Of course, royal families rarely have warm relationships, but perhaps it was because his emotions were too indifferent, or maybe it was because of his selfish nature - he deeply loved those he cared about, while those he didn't care about were just superficial relationships. He never thought there was anything wrong with this; only by being this way could he better calculate everything, right?

  After meeting Yunzhu, I finally understood the feeling of putting someone in my heart and wrapping them up tightly. It's sour, sweet, and bitter, but very warm. After becoming relatives with the Fuca family, he began to experience the kind of paternal love from his imperial father that was as boundless as a mountain or sea.

  This was beyond his expectation, but he was delighted and began to cherish such feelings. Maybe it's because he has been clear-headed since childhood that he feels more precious.

  For the people he cares about, he can love them wholeheartedly and slowly reveal his true feelings to those who matter. It feels pretty good! When he meets a few princes, he also senses that their gaze towards him gradually becomes appreciative, with genuine care and guidance.

  Of course, he also had a kind of discontent with the treasure being coveted by others for his wife's infatuation. When he met Prince Yi Qinxian, he warmly came forward to greet him: "Thirteen uncle, sixteen uncle."

  "Fourth Brother, Fifth Brother." The two princes didn't feel the slightest bit embarrassed. This play had been performed many times in the past two months since New Year's.

  Everyone tacitly understands that the two princes were ordered by their imperial father to establish a certain relationship and tacit understanding with these vassal kings and princes, and at the same time to understand several sons-in-law more deeply. After all, some things can't be seen from the data. The two princes are also here to take care of their daughters who have been raised by their side for a few years and were taken away, and they also come to inspect their sons-in-law.

  The daughter was taken into the palace to be raised, and from a modern perspective, it might seem like the daughter was snatched away, and one can't help but feel some resentment and anger. However, from the point of view of a Qing dynasty person who had received a feudal imperial education, they truly didn't have such feelings - this was an honor. Most girls from noble families were destined to be married off to Mongolia; although it meant fewer opportunities for father-daughter bonding, they would gain the status of princess and could bring more servants and dowry when marrying into Mongolia, and even build a princess's mansion - if there wasn't a familiar environment, one could just build a new one. Without a husband's favor, one could refuse him at the door; with such a noble status, no one dared to offend them.

  A qualified eight-banner lady, let alone a princess, the education they received does not include the two words "love", how to live with dignity and face, give birth to children, for the family and the country to consolidate interests is what they should do.

  During this time, Yongzheng often spoke in front of Yi Qinwang about how his son Hongyun performed bravely and outstandingly in the northwest. Yi Qinwang was delighted to hear this and knew that he was genuinely pleased with having a satisfactory son, so he said: "The fourth prince's performance in the northwest is even praised by Yue Zhongqi in a memorial... This is indeed 'the blue out of the green'." When the previous emperor personally attacked Galdan, Fourth Brother also led a battalion.

  Hongli felt embarrassed and jealous when he heard this from the emperor's side.

  It was a mysterious mentality, perhaps because when the emperor first ascended to the throne, among his brothers who truly supported him, there was only one, thirteen uncle. He was immediately appointed as the Duke of Yi and put in charge of managing state affairs, serving as the Minister of Politics, handling major state matters, and later entrusted with overseeing the management of the three treasuries, holding a high position and wielding great power.

  The great Qing was able to take down the Zunghar and destroy Galdan Tseren thanks to him, it can be said that he had more than half of the credit. His talent was not inferior to his imperial father.

  In the past two years, Emperor Huang's position has become increasingly stable, and his relationship with his relatives and uncles has also become more harmonious. He cited "poor health" as a reason to resign from many positions, only holding the position of Minister of Politics... He is admired for being able to let go of such power at will, and he is also envied for having such fraternal affection and loyalty, which is rare in the imperial family.

  He privately acknowledged that the thirteenth uncle of the emperor was a figure who could barely keep up with the emperor's father - in the past two years, Yongzheng had risen to an even higher level than Kangxi in his mind. And he, Hongli, was the half-openly hoped-for son of the emperor's father, entrusted with the great unity, and every time he thought about it, he couldn't help but feel a sense of pride. But now, Hongjian had become the thirteenth uncle's proud son, wasn't this saying that Hongjian was not inferior to himself?!

  Thinking again about his juvenile infatuation with Yunzhu, he felt even more stifled in his heart.

  Alright, you are a pillar of the Qing dynasty, and in the future, the Qing dynasty will also need the support of its relatives. I am the future master of the Qing dynasty, so I won't bother with you, but you must find me a consort! How can a prince be without a consort to take care of him?! With this thought in mind, he exchanged a few pleasantries with the two princes and then smiled at Prince Yi: "Thirteenth Uncle, everything is almost settled with Hui, what about Hongzheng? Have you found a suitable candidate for my consort?"

  This kid! Yi Qin Wang narrowed his eyes and smiled, "Your thirteenth aunt is watching you, I reckon she's also mentioned it to your mother by now... Fourth Brother, I heard that the Empress Dowager also wants to choose a concubine for you?"

  His own son is dear to him, Hongzhen this time acknowledged the great kindness of the Fuca family and made a military achievement, was granted the title of Duke, although on the surface he seemed glorious, he himself was also pleased that there was someone to inherit his legacy, but who knew about the efforts he had put in behind his back, the hardships he had endured? This time when he returned, his dark complexion was almost as bad as Hongli's, but originally Hongzhen was even thinner and younger than Hongli.

  Yi Qin Wang Yun Xiang's protection of his son is on par with that of Emperor Qian Long.

  This time, Empress Dowager Cixi had already set her sights on Princess Xilin of the Wugongga family, daughter of Minister Zhōu Lín Tái, who was only fourteen years old and three years younger than Hongti. The little girl was said to be beautiful in appearance, gentle and elegant in temperament, with a hint of Yunzhu's style. Thinking that her son would surely like her, she didn't expect that as soon as the news got out, her son flatly rejected it, saying he wasn't ready for marriage yet, being still young...

  Cheater!

  Zhao Jia's head hurt as he complained to Yi Qin Wang, how did he give birth to such a stubborn child? After going back and forth in the northwest, not only did his appearance change greatly, but even his temperament became cold like that of the emperor's fourth uncle!

  "Nonsense! Which of our relatives' marriages wasn't arranged, unless he's not a member of the Aixinjueluo clan! Let alone being a junwang, even if he were to become a qinwang, he would still be my son. Whether or not he marries is not up to him to decide." Prince Yi was fuming, but despite his anger, he still thought that after his son got married, he would gradually change. Who wasn't like this? This marriage was about forming an alliance between two families, the wife was brought in to manage the household and take care of things, as long as she's virtuous and obedient, that's enough. As for other things, if he likes someone else later on, he can just take her as a concubine."

  Originally somewhat displeased, facing Hongli's provocation made him even angrier. This Yunzhu has already become your Fu Jin, yet you still manage others, fearing that people will have thoughts about her... How unreasonable! For more than two years now, not to mention the Fourth Brother, but even this child Yunzhu's goodness makes him envious too. Unfortunately, he was a step late compared to the Fourth Brother back then.

  Is there something inside that they don't know about? Zhuang Qinqing and Hong Xiu exchanged a knowing glance, looking at the darkening expression on Hong Li's face. "How could this be?" he thought to himself, feeling very sympathetic. This is still the mourning period, yet she's in such a hurry to have her son marry off Princess Ce. Is she in a rush to increase her son's power in court or what?

  "Fourth brother, isn't that daughter of Na Er Bu still a bit young?" Hong Xiao asked, adding fuel to the fire. He wasn't sympathizing with Ni Man'ao, but rather speaking up for Fourth Sister's injustice - after two years of marriage and being separated from her husband for so long, she had fulfilled her filial duties and responsibilities as the Crown Prince's consort flawlessly, and even risked her life to save Empress Dowager last year during the earthquake in the capital, yet this was the result she got! And her own son hadn't even been born yet!

  As he thought about it, he also thought of Fu Jin Hai Kuo Zhen who was about to give birth, and knew that her unhappiness over the past few months was also because of the selection of concubines. He wanted to comfort her, but found that no matter how much he said, it wouldn't change the situation. As a prince, many people thought that they should be carefree just because of their noble status, but in fact, they were more restricted than ordinary people.

  Although it's called guarding filial piety, Gerge is indeed a capable person and doesn't need to hold a wedding ceremony, which can't be considered unfilial. Cefu Jun also has the option of holding the ceremony after the mourning period...

  Alas.

  "Master, Master——" A small eunuch came running in a hurry, panting for breath. As soon as Hong Yu fixed his eyes on him, he felt a sense of familiarity - wasn't this Xiao Yaozi, the little eunuch who usually served beside Rongjun? His clever mind immediately thought of his wife and he quickly rushed forward to grab him: "Is it time for Rongjun to give birth?"

  One guess and one accurate, Xiao Yaozi admired with shining eyes, "Is... is!" Still panting.

  Hong Dou rushed into the palace on foot, even forgetting to ride his horse.

  "Ah, grandpa—" Little Yao hurriedly followed him, his words still unfinished.

  Hongli was filled with admiration.

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  Don't want to bother with this somewhat out-of-tune younger brother, but have no choice but to follow him to the Li Bu Yuan in Beijing. Why? Because this year the emperor's most important task is not to find a daughter-in-law for his son, but to find sons-in-law for his two daughters who have reached the age of Bixi.

  Because of the victory in the northwest last year, thoroughly eliminating the tumor of Junggar, Emperor Yongzheng, who would not take action unless he cut off the grass and eliminate the roots, severely intimidated the Mongolian, Tibetan, Xinjiang and other vassal kings, local officials and Zhou Bang. As a result, the vassal kings' envoys waiting in the Li Fan Yuan to pay their respects during the New Year are more lively than in previous years, with many young talents, each aiming their eyes at the two princesses.

  Yongzheng is extremely concerned about his children, although it doesn't show on the surface. He wants to find a son-in-law but can't do it himself and has no time for it either, so he assigns this task to his two sons, selecting several candidates for them to investigate. Of course, he also informed Prince Yi and Prince Zhuang, after all, they are their biological daughters.

  Hongli has never been close to his brothers and sisters. After marrying Yunzhu, seeing her get along well with the two princesses, and also because of Yongzheng's influence, he gradually developed a sense of brotherhood with Fuhui and Yihao, which was not just a superficial relationship. Even Hongxiao, many people often mention him together with Hongli as the fourth and fifth princes, but in fact, their feelings for each other were not particularly deep. When they were young, they lived under the care of their birth mother, and it wasn't until they started attending school at the age of six that they began to interact more. However, after only two years, Hongli was summoned back into the palace... He was intelligent from a young age and knew what he wanted early on. Compared to Hongxiao, he had more self-control and spent more time studying. This experience and temperament led him to not have particularly deep feelings for his relatives. Of course, royal families rarely have warm relationships, but perhaps it was because his emotions were too indifferent, or maybe it was because of his selfish nature - he deeply loved those who were important to him, while those who weren't were just superficial acquaintances. He never thought there was anything wrong with this; only by being this way could he better calculate everything, right?

  After meeting Yunzhu, I finally understood the feeling of putting someone in my heart and wrapping them up tightly. It's sour, sweet, and astringent, but it's very warm. After becoming relatives with the Fuca family, he began to experience the kind of paternal love that his imperial father had for him, which was as vast as a mountain and as deep as the sea.

  This was beyond his expectation, but he was delighted and began to cherish such feelings. Maybe it's because he has been clear-headed since childhood that he feels more precious.

  For the people he cares about, he can love them wholeheartedly and slowly reveal his true feelings to those who matter. It feels pretty good! When he meets a few princes, he also senses that their gaze towards him gradually becomes appreciative, with genuine care and guidance.

  Of course, he also had a kind of discontent with the treasure being coveted by others for his wife's infatuation. When he met Prince Yi Qinxin, he warmly came forward to greet him: "Thirteen uncle, sixteen uncle."

  "Fourth Brother, Fifth Brother." The two princes didn't feel the slightest bit embarrassed. This play had been performed many times in the past two months since New Year's.

  Everyone tacitly understands that the two princes were ordered by their imperial father to establish a certain relationship and tacit understanding with these vassal kings and princes, and at the same time to understand several of their brothers-in-law more deeply. After all, some things can't be seen from the data. The two princes are also here to take care of their daughters who have been raised by their side for a few years but were taken away, and they also come to inspect their sons-in-law.

  The daughter was taken into the palace to be raised, and from a modern perspective, it might seem like the daughter was snatched away, and one can't help but feel sad and resentful. However, from the point of view of a Qing dynasty person who received a feudal imperial education, they truly didn't think that way - this was an honor. Most girls from noble families were destined to be married off to Mongolia; although it reduced the opportunity for father-daughter bonding, it came with the title of princess, and when marrying into Mongolia, one could bring more servants and dowry, and even build a princess's mansion - if there wasn't a familiar environment, one could just build another, and without a husband's favor, one could refuse him at the door. The nobility of status also meant that no one dared to offend her.

  A qualified eight-banner lady, let alone a princess, the education they received does not include the two words "love", how to live with dignity and face, giving birth to children, for the family and the country to consolidate interests is what they should do.

  During this time, Yongzheng often spoke in front of Yi Qinwang about how his son Hongsheng performed bravely and outstandingly in the northwest. Yi Qinwang was delighted to hear this and knew that he was genuinely pleased with having a satisfactory son, so he said: "The fourth prince's performance in the northwest is even praised by Yue Zhongqi in a memorial... This is indeed 'the blue coming from the green'." When the previous emperor personally attacked Galdan, Fourth Brother also led a battalion of soldiers.

  Hongli felt embarrassed and jealous when he heard this from the emperor's side.

  It was a mysterious mentality, perhaps because when the emperor first ascended to the throne, among his brothers who truly supported him, there was only one, thirteen uncle. He was immediately appointed as the Duke of Yi and put in charge of managing state affairs, serving as the Minister of Politics, handling major state matters, and later entrusted with overseeing the management of the three treasuries, holding a high position and great power.

  The great Qing was able to take down the Zunghar and destroy Galdan Tseren thanks to him, it can be said that he had more than half of the credit. His talent was not inferior to his imperial father.

  In the past two years, Emperor Huang's position has become increasingly stable, and his relationship with his relatives and uncles has also become more harmonious. He cited "physical weakness" as a reason to resign from many positions, only holding the position of Minister of Politics... He is admired for being able to let go of such power at will, and he is also envied for having such fraternal affection and loyalty, which is rare in the imperial family.

  He privately acknowledged that the thirteenth uncle of the emperor was a figure who could barely keep up with the emperor's father - in the past two years, Yongzheng's image in his heart had risen to an even higher level than Kangxi. He loved Xinruo. Hongli is the emperor's default half-publicly hoped to entrust the great unity of the imperial son, and he often thought of it with pride, but now, Hongjing has become the thirteenth uncle's proud son, is this saying that Hongjing is not inferior to himself?

  Thinking again about his juvenile infatuation with Yunzhu, he felt even more stifled in his heart.

  Alright, you are a pillar of the Qing dynasty, and in the future, the Qing dynasty will also need the support of its relatives. I am the future master of the Qing dynasty, so I won't bother with you, but you must find me a consort! How can a prince be without a consort to take care of him?! With this thought in mind, he exchanged pleasantries with the two princes for a few sentences before smiling and saying to Prince Yi: "Thirteenth Uncle, everything is almost settled with Hui, what about Hongzheng? Have you found a suitable candidate for my consort?"

  This kid! Yi Qin Wang narrowed his eyes and smiled, "Your thirteenth aunt is watching you, I reckon she's also mentioned it to your mother by now... Fourth Brother, I heard that the Empress Dowager also wants to choose a concubine for you?"

  His own son is dear to him, Hongzhen this time acknowledged the great kindness of the Fuca family and made a military achievement, was granted the title of Duke, although he seemed glorious on the surface, he also took pride in having someone to succeed him, but who knows what efforts he put in behind his back, what hardships he endured? This trip back, that tall and dark complexion is almost as good as Hongli's now, but the original Hongzhen was even thinner and younger than Hongli.

  Yi Qin Wang Yun Xiang's protection of his son is on par with that of Emperor Qian Long.

  This time, Empress Dowager Cixi had already set her sights on Princess Xilin of the Wugong clan, daughter of Duke Zhulin, who was only 14 years old and three years younger than Guangxu. The young girl was said to be beautiful in appearance, gentle and elegant in temperament, with a hint of Yu Zhen's style. Thinking that her son would surely like her, she didn't expect that as soon as the news got out, her son flatly rejected it, saying he wasn't ready for marriage yet, being still young...

  Cheater!

  Zhao Jia's head hurt as he complained to Yi Qin Wang, how did he give birth to such a stubborn child? After going back and forth in the northwest, not only did his appearance change greatly, but even his temperament became cold and gloomy like that of the emperor's fourth uncle!

  "Nonsense! Which of our relatives' marriages wasn't arranged, unless he's not a member of the Aixinjueluo clan! Let alone being a junwang, even if he were to become a qinwang, he would still be my son. Whether or not he marries is not up to him to decide." Prince Yi was fuming, but despite his anger, he still thought that after his son got married, he would gradually change. Who wasn't like this? This marriage was about forming an alliance between two families, the wife was brought in to manage the household and take care of things, as long as she's virtuous and obedient, that's enough. As for other things, if he likes someone else later on, he can just take her as a concubine."

  Originally somewhat displeased, facing Hongli's provocation made him even angrier. This Yunzhu has already become your Fu Jin, yet you still manage others, fearing that people will have thoughts about her... How unreasonable! For more than two years now, let alone the Fourth Brother, but also this child Yunzhu's goodness, he too has been watching with envy. Unfortunately, back then, he was a step late compared to the Fourth Brother.

  Is there something inside that they don't know about? Zhuang Qīnwáng and Hóng Zhòu Xìng looked at each other with interest, seeing Hóng Lì's face suddenly turn black. They felt very sympathetic in their hearts. Is this still the mourning period, yet rushing to find a wife for his son, Fù Jūn? Is he in a hurry to increase his son's power on the court or what?

  "Fourth brother, isn't that daughter of Na Er Bu a bit too young?" Hong Xiao asked, adding fuel to the fire. He wasn't sympathizing with Ni Man'ao, but rather speaking up for Fourth Sister's injustice - after two years of marriage and being separated from her husband for so long, she had fulfilled her filial duties and responsibilities as the Crown Prince's consort flawlessly, and even risked her life to save Empress Dowager last year during the earthquake in the capital, yet this was the result she got! And her own son hadn't even been born yet!

  As he thought about it, he also thought of Fu Jin Hai Kuo Zhen who was about to give birth, and knew that her unhappiness over the past few months was also because of the selection of concubines. He wanted to comfort her, but found that no matter how much he said, it wouldn't change the situation. As a prince, many people thought that they should be carefree just because of their noble status, but in fact, they were more restricted than ordinary people.

  Although it's called guarding filial piety, Gerge is indeed a capable person and doesn't need to hold a wedding ceremony, which can't be considered unfilial. Cefu Jun also has the option of holding the ceremony after the mourning period...

  Alas.

  "Master, Master——" A small eunuch came running in a hurry, panting for breath. As soon as Hong Yu fixed his eyes on him, he felt a sense of familiarity - wasn't this Xiao Yaozi, the little eunuch who usually served beside Rongjun? His clever mind immediately thought of his wife and he quickly rushed forward to grab him: "Is it time for Rongjun to give birth?"

  One guess and one accurate, Xiao Yaozi admired with shining eyes, "Is... is!" Still panting.

  Hong ran into the palace with his legs spread apart, even forgetting to ride his horse.

  "Ah, grandpa——" Little Yao hurriedly followed him up, his words were left unfinished.

  Hongli was filled with admiration.