The Virtuous Concubine

Malu was naturally happy, but she knew why. If everyone was just showing goodwill and following the old rules during the first time she slept with him, then if they didn't know what to do when they saw Kangxi had chosen her for two consecutive days and gave her so many special treatments, they wouldn't have survived until now.

So she didn't get carried away, but responded to the overwhelming enthusiasm with meekness and generosity. Finally, she checked in front of everyone to make sure there was nothing missing or unusual in the house she used to live in, and then she followed Aunt Shuyu.

This was also meant to let everyone bear witness to her, so that no one could put anything on her head later. When she got to the new house, she was busy checking things and arranging two young palace maids to live in the outer room. Outside, Wu Ya's house was also very lively.

After hearing the good news conveyed by Nanny Liu, Ecan went to inquire about it again. He was overjoyed to find that there were no rumors or news outside.

Weiwu saw the joy on his father's face that he could barely conceal, and asked, "Father, you are so happy! What good news is going on?"

When E-chan got home, he no longer concealed it and patted him on the shoulder: "Good son! You gave birth to a good daughter, hahaha!"

In fact, this is Malu's own effort. If you have to say, it is only related to Ecan's investment. It's good enough that others don't drag their feet! But Ecan naturally likes his only child. Originally, I thought Weiwu was really stupid, which made me lose face in front of many brothers in the Wuya family.

I didn’t expect that such a good seedling would be in the next generation!

Weiwu's daily routine is to go on duty and drink, and occasionally care about his son and father. When he heard this, he thought that the youngest daughter, Mayanzhu, had done something to please her father, so he quickly smiled and said, "What do children know? It's better for the elders to teach them."

He thought that this was to praise his father and also to bring glory to his wife. E-Chan smiled and said, "Yes, we have put a lot of thought into Malu! The family has trained her for so long, and it has not been in vain."

Weiwu realized that he had misunderstood. To be honest, he really didn't think of Malu. The palace maids could meet their families and even ask someone to bring things home. With E-chan around, it would be more convenient. Malu had been in the palace for almost a year, so naturally she had been sent several times.

But every time she sent something back, Ecan told her to concentrate on her duties and find a way to stand out in front of the emperor, saying that the family didn't lack these things. But Saihe Lishi was unwilling to accept it, because every time Malu sent something back, it made Mayanzhu, whom she raised with her own hands, look like a heartless person.

She forced Mayanzhu to make something for Weiwu and Ecan, but she was never as good as Malu, and Mayanzhu would be unhappy for a long time. After being taught by Ecan and Aunt Hongyu, she could pretend, but it was limited to pretending.

As time went by, Sai and Li stopped replying to any messages, and would not take the initiative to send messages to Malu to ask how she was doing, causing the mother-daughter relationship, which was originally based on face, to become even colder.

Ecan and Weiwu briefly explained that Malu had already served the emperor in bed and was quite favored by the emperor, and repeatedly reminded him: "Malu is now unique in the Qianqing Palace. When the time comes, she will be appointed into the harem when she seizes the opportunity. Only then will our Wuya family be truly prosperous. If you leak the news before then, I will break your legs!"

Weiwu didn't dare to disobey his father, so he quickly promised not to tell anyone and to keep his mouth shut. Ecan asked a few more questions about his only grandson Bai Qi's recent martial arts training, and then kicked him and told him to get out.

Weiwu was so happy to receive the kick that he turned around and went to share the good news with his wife Sai and Li. Their Wuya family was going to have a queen!

Sai Heli was both happy and worried when she heard the news. She knew what Malu's favor meant, which meant that her husband, son, and daughter would all rise to great heights! Her husband and son's careers, her daughter's future, her own reputation and imperial edict, all seemed to be waving to Sai Heli.

What worries her is that she and her daughter are not close at all. Malu was okay before. Although she was awkward, it can be seen that Malu hoped and even longed for the recognition and love of Sai and Li. Therefore, this child was quite obedient.

Since a certain year, she seemed to have grown up, and her attitude towards her became colder, and she became more and more opinionated. Later, she even asked Hongyu and Ecan to teach her. At that time, she might help Ecan or Wuya's family, but what about her own family?

Thinking of this, she quickly said to Weiwu: "Oh, this is a great thing! Let's celebrate it and have a banquet--"

Weiwu was very disappointed: "Didn't you hear what I said? Father said that now is not the right time. We should wait until Malu enters the harem and has a position."

Sai and Li quickly slapped their own mouths: "Yes, yes, I will listen to my father. But..."

Weiwu was most annoyed by her hesitant look. He felt that women really had too many tricks up their sleeves, so he showed a little impatience on his face: "Just what?"

Sai and Li said quickly: "Malu can't support herself alone in the palace. You see, the list of candidates for this year's imperial selection will be released soon. Mayanzhu's appearance is not much different from Malu's... It would be great if both sisters could enter the palace and help each other!"

When Weiwu heard this, he stroked his beard and seemed to be a little moved. Sai and Li quickly continued to encourage him, "There are so many Manchu noble ladies in the harem. If there are two of them, the probability of them getting pregnant with a prince or princess is not higher."

Weiwu asked her, "Are you willing to give it up? I know you prefer Mayanzhu. Weren't you still looking for a marriage the other day?"

Sai and Li quickly wiped their non-existent tears with handkerchiefs: "How can I bear to let them go? I can't bear to let Malu go either. Master, what you said really hurts my heart. Both of them are my flesh and blood."

"I was also thinking that if both daughters could have a position in the palace, wouldn't your and Bai Qi's careers be more promising?" After saying that, Saihe Li pulled Weiwu to sit down and explained to him in detail the benefits of having both daughters in the palace.

Weiwu was completely moved: "Then... I'll go and tell my father?" How could Saiheli dare to let Weiwu tell his father. She knew from the beginning that Ecan was only going to send one child to the palace, and Malu was much more stable and outstanding than Mayanzhu.

So she shook her head: "Father wants to save face. If we send both children to the palace, it will show that we are a family that does not care about children! Didn't he stop Mayanzhu from entering the palace before?"

Sai and Li rolled their eyes and nodded: "Father will definitely not pay attention to the selection this year. Can't we just write Mayanzhu's name on it ourselves?"

Weiwu hesitated and said: "This... isn't good, right?" Ecan would not do anything to Sai and Li, but he would be merciless to his own men!

Sai Heli laughed at him for being so stupid: "Fool! When your name is submitted and you are selected, can you still disobey the order? Maybe father will be angry for a while, but when Mayanzhu is established in the palace, this matter will naturally be over."

Weiwu thought so too. By then, Malu and Mayanzhu would help each other in the palace. If Malu fell out of favor, Mayanzhu would stand for her, help her and take care of her. Then the Uya family would have hope.