Rebirth of His Royal Highness Prince Chenghu

Qingyao: "Yes, I don't want to have a grandchild yet. My husband, you don't want to admit that you are old, do you?"

Kangxi laughed heartily upon hearing this and said, "Madam, you are not right. I am still young. However, we can certainly enjoy some time together as two of us." He gently put his arm around Qingyao's waist and whispered in her ear, "How about we go out to the night market tonight?"

Qingyao nodded slightly. So, that night, the two changed into casual clothes, walked hand in hand out of the palace, and into the bustling night market. They savored various snacks while admiring the night view, feeling the small joys of ordinary life.

Suddenly, a commotion ahead caught their attention. Kangxi and Qingyao walked over curiously and saw a vendor selling a novel pastry.

"Madam, do you think the shape of this pastry resembles the Cuju we played when we were children?" Kangxi pointed at the pastry with a smile.

Qingyao nodded, a trace of nostalgia flashing in her eyes, "It is indeed somewhat similar."

Seeing this, Kangxi bought a piece and handed it to Qingyao, "Try it and see how it tastes."

Qingyao took a bite and found it soft and sticky, sweet but not greasy. "It's delicious. My husband should try some too."

The two stood on the street, sharing a bite of cake, as if forgetting all their troubles. At this time, fireworks rose in the sky, blooming one after another in the air.

"Qingqing, look, there are fireworks." Kangxi said softly.

"So beautiful." Qingyao leaned in Kangxi's arms, a happy smile on her face.

Kangxi looked at Qingyao's smile, and his heart was filled with satisfaction. He took Qingyao's hand and slowly walked towards the river.

"Qingqing, do you still remember the scene when we first met?" Kangxi asked.

"Of course I remember. I was still a little girl at that time and I met you by chance when you were on a secret visit." Qingyao recalled.

"Time flies so fast. In the blink of an eye, we have spent so many years together." Kangxi said with emotion.

Qingyao held Kangxi's hand tightly and said, "No matter how time passes, I will always be by your side."

Kangxi smiled faintly and embraced Qingyao. In the distance, fireworks continued to bloom brilliantly, illuminating the entire night sky. They quietly admired this beautiful scene, immersed in each other's warmth and love.

Kangxi said: "My dear, since you don't want to have a grandson soon, why don't you choose an auspicious day for me to abdicate and pass the throne to Chenghu? How about I accompany you on a trip?"

Qingyao: "My husband, should we choose an auspicious day to appoint the Crown Princess first? Fucha is only the Crown Prince's legitimate wife, not the Crown Princess."

Kangxi: "Tomorrow I will go to the Imperial Observatory to select a date." Holding her hand, they returned to the palace.

The next day, Kangxi summoned the Imperial Astronomical Observatory to select an auspicious date. After some calculations, the Imperial Astronomical Observatory presented several alternative dates to Kangxi.

Kangxi consulted the almanac and discussed with Qingyao. Finally, they selected an auspicious day for the ceremony of enthroning the Crown Princess.

When the news came out, there was jubilation inside and outside the palace. When Fucha learned about it, she was overjoyed.

On the eve of the grand ceremony, the palace was decorated with lanterns and filled with joy. Qingyao personally ordered Ling Ma to go to Yuqing Palace and instruct the maiden who accompanied Fucha to help her change into the palace dress and jewelry of the Crown Princess.

On the day of the grand ceremony, a solemn and enthusiastic atmosphere permeated the palace. Kangxi and Qingyao sat in high seats, witnessing the enthronement of Fucha as Crown Princess. A ceremonial officer read the imperial edict aloud, after which the Crown Prince and Fucha bowed three times and kowtowed nine times to Kangxi and Qingyao, expressing their gratitude and respect.

After the enthronement ceremony, a grand banquet was held in the palace, where the emperor and his ministers enjoyed themselves together and celebrated the moment. Kangxi and Qingyao were filled with joy as they watched their son and daughter-in-law look so happy.