An Lingrong after rebirth

Chapter 255: The title of the eldest prince

"Putting aside her doubts, Cui Jinxi quickened her pace and saw Longyue standing in front of Zhen Huan with tears on her face. There was no word between the mother and daughter."

Cui Jinxi changed her mind and hurriedly walked up to Longyue. "Oh, what happened to our princess? Her little face is all red from crying. I am so heartbroken when I see her."

If it was someone else, it would be fine, but as soon as Cui Jinxi came up and started to comfort her, it was like turning on a faucet, and the originally muffled crying immediately turned into loud crying.

"The tears seemed to roll down without cost. Seeing this made Zhen Huan's heart ache and worry. Fortunately, Cui Jinxi had been by her side since Longyue was born."

"Even though she's not a wet nurse, she's closer to Longyue than anyone else. After comforting her for a while, Longyue finally calmed down."

"Cui Jinxi then signaled the wet nurse to come forward and take the child away, then stood up and walked to Zhen Huan. Madam, when I came back, I saw He Changzai leaving in a hurry. Did Changzai do something dirty with the princess?"

"Zhen Huan sighed. I don't know who told me that I want Huanbi to give birth to a brother, so I'm even more rude to Huanbi today."

"I had no choice but to scold her. Who knew that what I just said would be like poking a hornet's nest and make her cry like this?"

After hearing this, Cui Jinxi raised her eyebrows and immediately became cautious. Who was gossiping in front of the princess?

Your Majesty, how could these words reach the princess? Could it be...

"Cui Jinxi didn't finish her words, but Zhen Huan nodded immediately. I understand what you mean. It seems that the people around Longyue should be cleaned up."

After that, Zhen Huan asked again: How is it, how is Qin Chang's questioning going?

Cui Jinxi's body slightly bent. "My queen, I heard that Qin Changzai wanted to take over the emperor's authority and let him agree to let the fourth prince return to the palace. The emperor was dissatisfied with this and once said vaguely that no matter what happened to Qin Changzai's life, only the ninth prince would be safe."

Cui Jinxi's short words made Zhen Huan's eyes light up slightly. Is it really so?

"My lady, Su Peisheng and I are from the same hometown. He will surely not lie to me. Besides, although it has not been long since Concubine Qin gave birth to a child, the news has not spread in the palace yet."

"The Yangxin Palace didn't even issue an order. Given the situation, there must be no problem with the authenticity of this statement."

Zhen Huan nodded repeatedly. In this case, whether to keep Concubine Qin alive or not is just a matter of her decision...

What the queen said is very true, but Concubine Qin is now in the garden, so it would be difficult for us to take action if we want to!

After hearing this, Zhen Huan's eyes flashed and she immediately felt something was wrong.

"I put this thought aside and thought for a while before saying: It is naturally difficult to move a child who has just given birth, but when the child is one month old, Qin Changzai will always return to the palace"...

"Speaking of this, I don't know what she was thinking of, Zhen Huan suddenly sat up straight, and her breathing became a little faster. Jinxi, you said that Concubine Qin just had her birthday and it's not appropriate to move her. Ninth Prince doesn't need to do this, right?"

"The Queen Mother misses her grandson and wants to see him as soon as possible. Why not have someone bring the Ninth Prince back to the palace first?"

"Cui Jinxi was originally wondering what Zhen Huan meant by this, but after hearing this, she completely understood. She should first take the child into her hands. What else can a concubine do?"

only……

"Your Majesty, I am worried that the Queen Mother may not...want to come forward. Otherwise, why would she go around in circles and insist that Your Majesty take the lead in doing such a thing?"

"Zhen Huan's expression relaxed, and she realized that her idea was unlikely. So according to your opinion, is there any other way to deal with this matter?"

"Cui Jinxi is smart, but she is not a god. The Queen Mother is obviously unwilling to speak on this matter, so the final decision will be made by the Emperor."

"What good ideas can a servant like her come up with! Madam, the news that Concubine Qin has given birth to a child is coming. It is time for you to speak to the Emperor and ask him to take the Ninth Prince back on his own initiative."

There is no good reason to speak...

Do you mean we should wait until the news gets out before we take any action?

Cui Jinxi nodded slightly. Madam, I am stupid, but I have two ways in mind for this matter. I just can't guarantee whether they will succeed or not.

After hearing that Cui Jinxi had two ideas, Zhen Huan immediately became excited and asked, "What do you think?"

"Your Majesty, there are many children in the palace now. The one born by Concubine Qin is a prince after all. There is really no reason to ignore him. As long as Concubine Qin is out of confinement, she and the child will be taken back to the palace. There is no need to consider this."

As long as she returns to the palace, it will be much easier for us to take action. This is one reason.

Is one month of confinement too long?

"After Cui Jinxi finished speaking, Zhen Huan followed up and said, "What the Queen said is that in a month, too many things can happen. It is even more difficult to say whether the Ninth Prince can still stay with Qin Changzai."

"If that's the case, then for now I think it's only possible for the Ninth Prince to return to the palace as soon as possible if Concubine Qin passes away early."

"Zhen Huan's eyes moved slightly, her eyes drifted to Zhang Cui Jinxi, yes, Qin Changzai is gone, the Ninth Prince has no one to take care of him, the Ninth Prince has to return to the palace immediately."

"The master and servant talked about this and that, and they came back to the original point. As long as Concubine Qin is in the garden, Zhen Huan has no right to assist in managing the six palaces."

"How could she order anyone to kill Concubine Qin for her? It was Zhen Yuandao who deceived Zhen Huan."

"With the Queen Mother's assurance, she lost her composure for a moment and spoke these words without any scruples."

"She tightened the handkerchief in her hand, and a hint of determination flashed in Zhen Huan's eyes, as if she had made up her mind."

Jinxi, please go and pass on a message for me. It will be like I am accepting a favor from him.

Cui Jinxi quickly glanced at Zhen Huan and immediately lowered her head. Yes, I understand.

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"The children usually have no days off in the Shangshufang. Apart from a few major festivals in a year, they can only relax on their birthdays."

"Hongzhao works harder, and Hongjun doesn't slack off under his guidance, so his life is quite fulfilling."

Today, when we were learning the "Rules for Being a Good Parent", the teacher seemed to get angry and taught us another poem, "A Gentleman Drinking and Chanting". Fathers are kind to their brothers and sons are filial to their sons. Brothers are friendly to each other and younger brothers are respectful to each other.

The family has enough food and the years are peaceful and prosperous.

As Hong Zhao read the poem and listened to the Master's explanation, many thoughts flashed through his mind.

"He raised his hand to pick up the pen and copied the poem neatly. When the ink was dry, he carefully folded the rice paper and put it in his arms."

"Looking at Hongzhao's actions, Fucha Fuheng on the side asked in a low voice with some doubt; Sixth Prince?"

Hong Zhao quickly shook his head at the other party and listened to the class carefully.

"Fu Cha Fu Heng was puzzled by the other party's actions, but he withdrew his intention to continue asking questions, sat up straight and stopped talking."

"They waited for the teacher to stop, and it was time to end the get out of class. Several of them stood up and bowed respectfully to the teacher, and then filed out after he left."

"Originally, the tutors were supposed to escort the princes away, but for some reason, Hong Zhao signaled the tutors to go first, and he pulled Hong Jun to the outside of the prince's residence."

"The little eunuch who served him followed silently, not knowing where his young master was going."

"The two children didn't care how cold the weather was. They walked hand in hand all the way to the outside of the Yangxin Palace before finally stopping."

"I happened to run into Su Peisheng coming out, and seeing the two children, I hurried over to greet them. Hey, two little ancestors, why are you in the Yangxin Palace? Do you have something to see the emperor?"

"Hong Zhao nodded with a smile. Eunuch Su, my brother and I haven't seen the emperor for two days. Today, the teacher taught me a new poem. I want to read it to the emperor. I wonder if the emperor is free at this moment?"

"Su Peisheng glanced at the main hall with some embarrassment, thinking that the young lady in the harem should not be able to compare with the two young ladies in front of him."

"Immediately, a smile appeared on his face. Oh, my, the two princes are at the door. The emperor is busy, so how could he not see them?"

Please follow me, both of you. I will report to the Emperor right away.

In this case, thank you very much, father-in-law.

"You are too polite, Sixth Prince. Xiao Xiazi, please come here quickly," Su Peisheng said, signaling Xiao Xiazi to accompany the two children and walk in slowly. He then trotted into the main hall first."

"Not caring that the emperor was playing chess with Concubine Rou, he stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, the Sixth Prince and the Seventh Prince are here, and they want to see Your Majesty."

"Hmm? Just the two of them? Concubine Shu didn't follow?"

"Your Majesty, I see that it is not long before the princes finish their classes. I think the two princes will come to the Yangxin Palace as soon as the get out of class is over."

"Sixth Prince said that he learned a new poem today and wanted to recite it to His Majesty. He must have not been to Chengqian Palace yet, so Concubine Shu did not follow him."

The emperor exclaimed softly, "What are you waiting for? It's cold outside, why don't you bring the children in quickly?"

"Yes, yes, I'll go right away," Su Peisheng trotted out again. After hearing this, Concubine Rou's face became a little stiff.

After all, the emperor said this without taking into account that he was still here.

"The princes are here, so I don't need to wait here anymore," said Concubine Furou after a moment's thought. "Your Majesty, the Sixth and Seventh Princes are here, so why don't I go back to Chuxiu Palace first?"

"The emperor nodded immediately. Okay, you go back first. I will visit you in Chuxiu Palace another day. Concubine Rou felt a lump in her chest. She was neither going down nor up."

"I can only bow my knees in humiliation. Yes, I will take my leave."

"I turned around and walked out the door, just in time to see Su Peisheng coming in with two children."

Hong Zhao took the lead and pulled Hong Jun to bend down, paying his respects to Empress Rou!

Sixth Prince, you are too polite. The Emperor is waiting for you and Seventh Prince. Please come in quickly!

"Rou Guiren nodded, said no more, and left quickly with the maid. Hong Zhao then stood up straight, took Hong Zhao's hand and walked forward, "Your son pays respects to the emperor!"

"The emperor waved his hand and asked the two children to come forward. What are you doing in such a cold weather? You brought your brother here from the prince's residence? Aren't you afraid of freezing yourself?"

"Next time if you want to come to the Yangxin Palace, you can have someone pass the message and ask the emperor to send someone to pick you up. You can't do this again."

"As he spoke, he carried the two children to the couch and rubbed their heads with his hands."

"Hong Zhao embraced Hong Jun. Father, your son and I haven't seen you for two days. Today, the teacher finished class early, so your son wanted to come and see you."

"After saying that, Hong Zhao took out the poem from his bosom and handed it to the emperor. The Master taught this poem in the Disciple Rules today. My son copied it out by himself. Father, please take a look and see if my handwriting is good enough."

"The emperor took it with a smile, glanced down, nodded with satisfaction, and said, "Not bad."

Your Empress Dowager has given you a very good foundation. Although Zhao'er is young, his writing is vigorous and powerful. Not bad!

"Hong Zhao smiled immediately after hearing this. Thank you, Father, for your praise. I will copy the Disciple Rules again some other day, and then I will ask Father, Father, to give me your approval."

"The emperor laughed loudly after hearing this and put the poem aside. Of course it's good. I will show this poem to your mother and make her happy too."

After hearing this, Hongzhao lowered his head and touched his stomach, saying, "Father, my son is hungry."

Su Peisheng, have dinner served.

The father and his two sons sat together and had a more enjoyable dinner.

"It was not until he put down his chopsticks that Hong Zhao spoke again: Father Royal, I have some doubts in my heart recently, and I don't know whether I should talk to you about it."

"From being a minister to being a son, we are closer."

"After hearing this, the emperor also put down his chopsticks and looked at Hong Zhao. Zhao'er is the emperor's son, so of course he can tell him. What's the matter?"

"After hearing this, Hong Zhao lowered his head and thought for a moment, looking very conflicted. Father, two days ago, the Empress went to the prince's residence to bring snacks to her son, and she didn't seem very happy."

But no matter how her son asked, the Empress Dowager was unwilling to say what had happened.

The son was worried and had no choice but to ask Aunt Jianqiu privately, and then he found out...

"At this point, Hong Zhao paused, folded his hands together, and seemed unable to continue. The emperor didn't know what the other party wanted to say, and seeing this, he said again: Zhao'er, just say it directly."

My Lord, Zhao'er just learned that March 26th is my eldest brother's birthday...

"With just a few words, the emperor was stunned. Big brother? It must be Honghui!"

"This child, I have been dead for a long time, will the Queen still be upset because of this? I have never known it."

The emperor was stunned, but Hongzhao's voice did not stop.

"Father, I learned a poem today that included the line 'Brothers, Friends and Respects'. When you talked about it, I couldn't help but think of the sad face of the Empress Dowager."

"Father, I have never met my elder brother, but he is gone now. I think your majesty is the most heartbroken."

"If their son is gone, the Emperor's father and mother will be heartbroken too!" The Emperor's face changed slightly after hearing this.

What are you talking about, you little brat?

Hongzhao laolaotou said, "Father Emperor, your son feels uncomfortable just seeing your mother sad."

Hey……

"The emperor sighed softly. Father Huang knows that Zhao'er is a good child, but your elder brother passed away early, and your mother will never have children again. It is inevitable that she will be immersed in sadness every day."

"So my son should spend more time with the Empress Dowager and not let her be sad. Hong Zhao's words without hesitation added a touch of warmth to the Emperor's expression."

I am even more certain that this child is affectionate and righteous, and is truly a good child.

Zhao'er has such thoughts, I'm sure your mother will be very happy.

"After hearing this, Hong Zhao slid down from the chair, walked to the emperor and leaned on him. Father, I feel so helpless. If my eldest brother were here, the Empress Dowager wouldn't be sad every day."

"This only made the emperor sigh, but he could not say anything else. Hong Zhao lowered his head, a trace of determination flashed across his little face, and then he continued; Father, I heard from others that Sister Wen Lin was with Mother before."

"Her mother is Concubine Ding, and she has also left, right?"

"The emperor was puzzled as to why Hong Zhao mentioned Concubine Ding again, and nodded subconsciously. Yes, Concubine Ding was in poor health and passed away after giving birth to Wen Lin."

"Father, I heard that Concubine Ding was awarded the title of Concubine posthumously by Father. Did my elder brother also get the title posthumously?"