The Virtuous Concubine

Malu hesitated for a moment, but decided to remind him tactfully: "Your Highness, not everyone is as lucky as you. Moreover, the relationship between people still needs to be managed and maintained, and it cannot withstand the tests and temptations of too many people."

The prince naturally knew what Malu meant, but the relationship between him and Kangxi was really hard to explain. How could such a smart person not know these principles?

But he himself didn't know what to do.

He also wanted independence and freedom, but Kangxi was unwilling to let go, and the several families behind him did not want him to lose this special status.

The greatest rebellion he could commit now was to be with Malu.

But Malu always cared about him and hoped that he would be well.

So he was very docile, nodding and continuing to kiss Malu's face.

He didn't want to think about that right now.

After cuddling sweetly for a while, they smiled at each other and tacitly felt that it was about time to go out.

When they came out, they had regained their calm and composure.

Malu lowered his head slightly with an indifferent expression. He watched the prince enter the room where Kangxi was. He exchanged glances with Aunt Shu Yu who came out before leaving.

Aunt Shu Yu is now increasingly trusted by Kangxi. With Aunt Shu Yu in the imperial presence, Malu knows exactly what the crown prince said and did, as well as Kangxi's reaction and situation. Moreover, Malu has already instructed that if any trouble occurs with the crown prince, the fourth prince and others, Aunt Shu Yu can help to resolve it.

She really needs to go back to Yonghe Palace and have a good sleep!

Although she was able to live a hard life and do physical work, with so many servants around Kangxi, it was not actually too tiring to serve him.

But I have to keep acting tense and pretend that I'm about to cry at any time, and it's really tiring.

She was worried that the Fourth Prince's acting was too much and would arouse Kangxi's suspicion and disgust. At another moment, she was worried that the Crown Prince would never come, causing Kangxi and the Crown Prince to become estranged. In short, she hadn't slept well for several days.

There are also hints in Rong Ji's words that require Malu to think about.

The last time I took the fake death drug and poison from Rong Ji, Rong Ji understood my intentions.

He hoped that this time, Kangxi would just... Then Malu could leave the palace as a concubine and live with him forever.

Of course Malu wanted to leave the palace, but not now.

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince hasn’t even had his meal yet, how can he just leave like this?

More importantly, she had to settle her daughters and ensure that no one could send them to marry foreign princes. . . There was still a lot to do.

So she still comforted Rong Ji and asked him to put his own safety and career first. After all, the Imperial Hospital was full of talented people, and it couldn't be said that Rong Ji would be infallible in everything he did.

As he walked out, Malu ignored the fiery gaze of a guard in the distance.

After returning to Yonghe Palace in a hurry, Malu forced herself to meet Jingyi and Wen Xian, and finally checked the palace affairs that they had handled on her behalf.

After sending them off along with the pile of account books and stewards they brought with them, Malu stood up and looked at his two daughters again. Then he turned around and comforted the Fourteenth Prince with a few words before leaving him to Yinzhen and Yinzuo.

Fourteen is also very well behaved. Seeing that mother is so busy, he still cares about Malu: "Mother, take a rest too. Fourteen is well behaved, mother won't worry."

Ma Lu felt warm in her heart and touched the Fourteenth Prince's head: "Okay, Mother is most at ease with Fourteenth Prince. Go ahead. I will make snacks for Fourteenth Prince when I am done with my work."

After the Fourteenth Prince left, Malu lay down on the bed. Although she closed her eyes, her mind kept replaying recent events, the relationship between her and the Crown Prince, Kangxi's illness, and the tedious palace affairs.

There were so many things to do. If it weren't for the prince bringing her some energy and hope, she would have been unable to cope with it.

This sleep lasted for a whole day. Malu got up, washed up and had a simple meal before going to the Qianqing Palace again.

At this time, Kangxi was awake and the prince was also there.

Kangxi ordered the prince to rest, but the prince refused to do so, and the father and son were in a stalemate.

Suddenly, Liang Jiugong came to report that Concubine De Zhao had arrived.

Upon hearing this, the prince was silent for a moment, then acted as if he had not heard anything, and continued to plead with Kangxi to allow him to take turns guarding the Qianqing Palace like other princes in the future.

Kangxi shook his head: "As for you, I think I should let Dezhao come and persuade you."

As soon as these words were spoken, Liang Jiugong quickly ran outside and summoned the imperial concubine to the palace.

After a while, Malu walked into the hall. She had heard sporadic noises outside and knew that the prince and Kangxi were both inside.

Before she finished her greetings, Kangxi looked at Malu and said, "De Zhao, you are here just in time. Come and persuade the prince to have a rest. He always listens to you."

Malu raised her head slightly and met the prince's eyes, but quickly looked away and took the basin from the maid beside her with a smile: "Your Majesty, the prince is also very filial. I can't obey you this time."

With his lovely wife and son by his side, the medicine prescribed by the Imperial Hospital seemed to be working. Kangxi felt better and in a good mood. He joked, "When will you ever obey me? I gave you such a good son and the coveted position of empress, but you didn't want it."

Malu wrung out the towel and gently walked forward to wipe Kangxi's face. When Kangxi couldn't see, she turned her head and smiled at the prince, her eyes as charming as silk: "Are you talking about His Royal Highness the Crown Prince? I have already accepted it, how can you say that I didn't obey the emperor?"

Seeing this, the prince felt as if his heart was being tightly grasped by Malu. He resisted the urge in his heart, and the tips of his ears turned red as if they were about to bleed.

Yinreng knelt outside the tent, and Malu took the handkerchief and cleaned his face again, so Kangxi did not notice the subtle atmosphere between the two. After Malu finished wiping, he nodded slightly and said, "Okay, I think Yinreng can go to rest first, and then ask Liang Jiugong to bring him the memorials and review them in front of me."

Malu smiled, put the handkerchief aside, and stood up respectfully to leave.

If you need to deal with government affairs, you should avoid it.

Seeing Kangxi holding her back, she was a little surprised: "You and the Crown Prince are handling government affairs, so there is no time for me to accompany you."

"I feel sorry for the emperor. He finally relaxed a little, but now he has to get up to deal with state affairs. Your Highness, please help me keep an eye on the emperor and don't let him get too tired."

Kangxi heard this and smiled, saying, "I wanted to have the best of both worlds, but you have to say so much. I am not trying to drive you away, but you are already a concubine, and you still like to act like a mischief."

Kangxi coughed twice before saying, "I often ask you to accompany me in the Qianqing Palace to review memorials. Why are you so shy now? Just stay here. It seems that our family of three has never been together like this before."

Malu bowed slightly and said, "Since the emperor said so, I will stay here today. No one is allowed to get tired while I am here."

Kangxi laughed loudly: "Okay, then you stay here and add tea and ink for us two, which is also a good thing."