The Virtuous Concubine

Facing Suo Etu's offensive, the Fourth Prince's willingness to give in couldn't be more obvious. He didn't care about all the impeachments and slanders, as if he really didn't care about anything.

Now he forced Thirteen and Fourteen to study and farm with him every day. He didn't care about other people's opinions at all and lived an idyllic life in the palace.

Malu often disliked him for getting covered in mud while taking care of the two princes, and urged him to quickly decide on a wife of his choice.

If you want to farm, go to your own mansion!

However, Wen Xian was as happy as a mouse falling into a rice jar during this period. With so many new people in the palace, it was not only lively, but she also got to know several noble ladies as her confidants.

In the future, these girls will be appointed as wives to various princes and royal families, and will also be her future connections. However, the interactions between the little girls are still innocent, and no one pays too much attention to their chatting and laughing.

Yinzuo still sat on the throne, quietly taking over the power that his fourth brother had given him, and still insisted on studying and riding and shooting every day, keeping himself busy. Occasionally, he would be called by Kangxi to accompany him in the Southern Study, and he was the only prince in Yonghe Palace who could be exposed to political affairs.

Malu devoted herself to taking care of the child, paying attention to the child's growth and changes every day, until Rong Ji had no reason to stay in Yonghe Palace anymore and returned to Kangxi to serve as his imperial physician.

This afternoon, Kangxi came to see Malu again. He looked exhausted, but he didn't let Malu do anything. He just lay on the chaise longue with his eyes closed and took a nap.

Malu looked at the time and was afraid that if Kangxi fell asleep now, he would not be able to sleep at night and would stay with her and disturb her, so she ordered some frankincense, which had a slightly bitter and spicy taste and could open up the mind and wake the spirit.

The scent of storax rose and filled the air. Kangxi seemed to relax a little in this faint fragrance. Malu had nothing to do, so she asked Bai Xia to bring the embroidery frame so that she could embroider jasmine on a piece of material used for the hem of her clothes.

When Malu was sewing with great concentration, Kangxi suddenly said, "I intend to marry Guaerjia to the fourth son. She is dignified and generous, and comes from a famous family. She is a good match for the fourth son." Malu paused for a moment and stabbed himself.

Bright red blood seeped onto the purple cloth, but Malu had no time to care about that.

In history, this was the Crown Princess! Why did Kangxi want to marry the Fourth Prince this time? If Guaerjia really married the Fourth Prince, how would the Crown Prince react?

She quickly calmed herself down, looked at Kangxi, and said, "Your Majesty is wise. This Guaerjia family is indeed a good match. But her family background is too prominent. Isn't it unfair for me to marry our Fourth Prince?"

After saying this, she knelt down in fear. Kangxi looked at the top of her head and said nothing.

She was already the double-character title of Consort De Zhao, and although she was simple in the emperor's heart, she remained so plain.

She didn't wear many jewelries on her head, and they were mainly velvet flowers and lacquerware. There were only two or three items made for imperial concubines to prove her identity.

Thinking of how she often advised the prince to be frugal, he let go of his suspicion and asked her to stand up. "How could it be wronged? No matter how noble a family is, it can be higher than the Aixinjueluo. Our Fourth Prince is already a prince. I thought of marrying her to him because I thought she had decent qualities."

Ma Lu felt even more panic in her heart, and could not help but say: "Your Majesty is a wise man with far-sighted thoughts. I just think that Guaerjia is a better match for the prince, as she is praised by your Majesty and has such a distinguished family background. Yinzhen's stubbornness has already caused a lot of controversy, and now I absolutely do not want to add more troubles to your Majesty and the prince."

Kangxi said in a deep voice: "What do you mean by this? Do you think my decision is wrong?"

Malu kowtowed hurriedly and sighed softly in his heart.

How long has it been since I last knelt?

She said timidly, "I dare not. I am just worried that this matter will cause unnecessary disturbances. The position of the crown prince is of vital importance, and any factors that may affect the crown prince's position should be carefully considered. This Guaerjia family comes from a famous family. If she marries the crown prince, she will definitely add strength to the crown prince. And the fourth prince is already a prince. If he gets the support of such a prominent family, it may cause suspicion from others. I am only thinking about the emperor and the royal family, and I have no other intentions."

Kangxi nodded: "I know, but what are you afraid of? With such a wife, Yinzhen is like a tiger with wings!"

Malu certainly didn't dare to agree to such a heart-piercing remark. She bit her lip and said carefully, "I am afraid. If the Fourth Prince gets the Guarjia clan, his strength will increase greatly, but what use will he have for it? Moreover, the position of the Crown Prince should not be shaken in any way. If he has doubts about the Fourth Prince's marriage, it may affect the relationship between brothers. I know that the Emperor hopes that the princes will live in harmony and work together for the country of the Qing Dynasty, so I dare to speak up and ask the Emperor to think twice."

Malu's heartfelt words finally moved Kangxi. He gave Liang Jiugong a look, and Liang Jiugong quickly and respectfully helped Malu up. But how could Malu dare to get up?

He politely pushed Liang Jiugong's hand away and continued to lie on the ground. After a moment, Kangxi said, "You are right. I do hope that the princes can be friendly and respectful to each other, but I believe in Yinzhen's character. He will not do anything inappropriate because of this marriage."

Malu felt relieved when she heard this, but she was still very opposed to this marriage.

This is the prince's man, it wouldn't be appropriate to give him to the Fourth Prince, right?

"I also believe in the character of the Fourth Prince. But I don't want to cause other people's discussion, so please ask His Majesty to choose another good match. The matter between the Fourth Prince and the Crown Prince just passed, and now if Guaerjia is assigned to the Fourth Prince, it will inevitably make people imagine. I beg His Majesty to consider carefully and choose another virtuous woman with a suitable family background as the Fourth Prince's wife. This will not only help the Fourth Prince's marriage, but also avoid many potential troubles."

As she spoke, Malu felt like crying and waited anxiously for Kangxi's response.

How come Kangxi’s tests on her have never stopped since she became a royal concubine?

Every day was filled with fear and trepidation, as if she was walking on thin ice. If anything, being a virtuous concubine was the most comfortable life.

Unfortunately, Kangxi only asked Liang Jiugong to help Malu up again, but did not give her a definite answer. Kangxi did not make it clear whether to continue to insist on assigning Guaerjia to the Fourth Prince or to change someone else. Malu had no choice but to stand up this time, but her uneasiness became stronger.

After Kangxi left, Malu hurriedly had the news delivered to the Fourth Prince so that he could be mentally prepared.

When the Fourth Prince received the news, he felt half understood and half embarrassed.