The Love between Hanxiang and Qianlong

Xiaoyanzi sat on the bed angrily, mumbling

"I shouldn't have stayed in the first place. It would have been so much more comfortable outside the palace! I wouldn't have to learn so many rules."

Ziwei stood aside and watched Xiaoyanzi complain. She didn't answer, but just looked out the window from time to time.

She knew in her heart that the only person who could subdue Xiaoyanzi was probably Yongqi.

At this time, Yongqi was rushing over with Xiao Shunzi and Xiao Lizi.

When he saw the stool, he had a bad feeling. As expected, Xiaoyanzi was in trouble again.

After Yongqi learned the news, he did not dare to delay for a moment and immediately rushed to Shufangzhai.

On the other hand, when the old lady heard Madam Zhuang's reply, her face suddenly darkened. She immediately asked Madam Gui to pass on the order, asking Xiaoyanzi to come to the Cining Palace for questioning.

Yongqi ran all the way to Shufangzhai. As soon as he reached the door, he saw Xiaoyanzi wearing a beautiful Hanfu and carrying a big bag on her shoulders.

His heart suddenly tightened. Could it be that Xiaoyanzi was really planning to leave the palace?

Ziwei was relieved to see Yongqi coming, and walked up to him and said

"Yongqi, please try to persuade her. She won't listen to anyone but you now."

Yongqi nodded, then quickly walked into the room and hugged Xiaoyanzi tightly in his arms.

His voice was trembling

"Xiaoyanzi, how could you do this? Do you want to leave me? Do you know how worried I am about you?"

Xiaoyanzi looked at Yongqi, tears in her eyes, and she choked up and said

"Yongqi, I've tried my best, but I really can't learn those rules.

This is who I am. I will never become what you call a lady from a noble family.

I can't please the old Buddha like Hanxiang and Qing'er. If marrying you means I have to become someone I don't even recognize, then I would rather give up on you."

Yongqi hugged Xiaoyanzi tightly in his arms and comforted her tenderly.

"Xiaoyanzi, don't be sad, we will go to the old Buddha and explain the matter clearly.

Even if you can't learn those rules and can't write poetry, it doesn't matter! I don't need to inherit the throne, these things have nothing to do with me.

If the old Buddha does not agree to our marriage, then I will take you out of the palace and let you live the life you want."

Yongqi held Xiaoyanzi's hand firmly and walked straight towards the Cining Palace.

On the way, they happened to meet Aunt Gui.

When Nanny Gui saw Yongqi, she bowed respectfully. Yongqi looked at Nanny Gui firmly and said:

"Mammy, are you here to convey the emperor's order? Don't worry. I will personally take Xiaoyanzi to the Cining Palace and explain everything to the Empress Dowager."

Ziwei realized that the situation was not good and hurried to Baoyue Tower to seek help from Qianlong.

After Hanxiang heard the news, she immediately grabbed Qianlong and said

"Husband, let me go with you. I haven't seen my mother for a long time, and I want to pay my respects to her."

Qianlong felt sorry for Hanxiang's physical condition and did not want her to be overworked, so he gently dissuaded her from doing so.

"Baby, your body has not fully recovered yet, so you should stay in Baoyue Tower and have a good rest."

However, Hanxiang smiled and shook her head, saying that she had stayed in Baoyue Tower for too long and was eager to go out for a walk and get some fresh air.

Qianlong couldn't stand Hanxiang's coquettishness the most, so he had no choice but to agree to her request, put on more clothes for her, and then took her to the Cining Palace.

Ziwei followed them, feeling as heavy as if a huge stone was pressing on her heart. Seeing this, Hanxiang grabbed Ziwei's hand, wanting to give her some comfort.

"Ziwei, don't think too much. You, Erkang, Xiaoyanzi, and Yongqi, you have been through so many ups and downs, and have gone through so much hardship to get to where you are today.

I believe that you two will eventually find your true love. So, please believe me, okay?"

Ziwei looked at Hanxiang with tears in her eyes, and couldn't help but hold her hand tightly.

“Thank you, Hanxiang.

Every time when Xiaoyanzi and I were most helpless and confused, you came to help us, support us, and bring us warmth and hope. Thank you very much."

Hanxiang shook her head slightly, indicating that no thanks were needed.

"Actually, I should thank you. I came to Beijing from faraway Xinjiang alone, with only Vina and Gina by my side.

Here, I have no relatives and often feel lonely and helpless.

But, fortunately, I met you and Xiaoyanzi, you became my best friends and gave me a lot of warmth and comfort.

Now, I have not only found someone who truly loves me, but also have two lovely children, Ruize and Jingtao.

I sincerely hope that you can find your own happiness, so that your father and I can rest assured."

After saying these words, Hanxiang turned her head to look at Qianlong and asked coquettishly: "Is that so, husband?"

Qianlong looked at Hanxiang with doting eyes and replied with a smile: "My dear, whatever you say is right."

After hearing this, Hanxiang couldn't help but laugh out loud, her heart filled with happiness.

At this moment, they had unknowingly arrived at the gate of the Cining Palace.

The old Buddha sat on a chair, sternly scolding Yongqi. After hearing the news, Hanxiang hurried into the hall.

She saluted the old man, then walked quickly to her side, took the old man's arm, and said coquettishly

"Mom, are you happy to see me?"

The old Buddha looked at Hanxiang with a doting smile on his face and said

"Sweetheart, why are you here? Don't run around until you're well.

The emperor is the same. Why didn't he stop me? How can he be a husband?"

Hanxiang replied with a smile

"I pestered my husband, and he had no choice but to bring me here because I missed my mother.

Besides, I always stay in Baoyue Building, and I am getting moldy. It would be good to come out and get some fresh air!"

After hearing what she said, Mr. Buddha couldn't help but smile.

At this time, Hanxiang seemed to have just noticed Xiaoyanzi and asked curiously

"Mother, what's wrong with Xiaoyanzi? Did she make you angry again?"

The old Buddha frowned, looked at Xiaoyanzi with dissatisfaction, then turned to Hanxiang and said

"It's her. Mother asked Madam Zhuang to teach her the rules, but she didn't appreciate it.

Yongqi is a prince after all, how can he marry a princess like this? Is that reasonable?"

Hanxiang gently stroked the old Buddha's hand and said softly

"Mother, Xiaoyanzi is so straightforward and cute. If she becomes like a lady from a noble family, will Yongqi still like her?

And if you insist on asking Xiaoyanzi to change, won't you force Yongqi out of the palace? Yongqi is your grandson, can you bear to lose him?"

The old Buddha frowned and glanced at Xiaoyanzi and others. At this time, Ziwei and Erkang saw that the old Buddha seemed to be loosening up, so they knelt down and said in unison:

"Please calm down, Mr. Buddha. We know we were wrong."

The old lady was shocked by the actions of these four people and was at a loss for a moment.

Hanxiang seized the opportunity and said while the iron was hot

"Mother, Qing'er is getting married soon, we can't keep delaying the wedding of Yongqi and Erkang, right?

Mr. Fu is looking forward to having a grandchild soon! You might as well help them achieve their wish."

The old man was silent for a moment, seemingly in deep thought.

Erkang kowtowed and said

"My Lord, I and Ziwei, Prince Rong and Xiaoyanzi are all truly in love, please fulfill our wishes.

Let us lovers finally get married. I and your ma will be grateful forever!"

The old man sighed

"Forget it. I am old and no longer have the strength to discipline you. You just need to follow the emperor's orders.

If you want to get married, you can ask the Imperial Astronomical Observatory to choose an auspicious date, and then you can get married at Shufangzhai."

After saying this, the old Buddha waved his hand and signaled everyone to leave.

When the four of them saw that the old Buddha agreed, they all smiled happily and kowtowed to express their gratitude.

"Thank you, Mr. Buddha, for your help."