Rebirth of His Royal Highness Prince Chenghu

Guanlan Pavilion

Qingyao pouted and said to Kangxi in a coquettish tone, "Husband, we have a deal! When you go out, you are not allowed to look at other women. If I find out, I will not care about anything and will run back by myself. By then, I won't even see you!" As she spoke, she stretched out her finger and gently tapped Kangxi's chest. There was a hint of threat and coquettishness in her eyes.

Kangxi held her hand lovingly and said with a smile, "Don't worry, my dear. You are the only one in my eyes and heart." Qingyao nodded with satisfaction and leaned obediently in his arms.

Kangxi smiled gently at the woman before him and said softly, "My dear, tell your maid to pack up all our belongings. After our son ascends the throne, I will leave this palace with you and travel the vast world outside. No matter how long you wish to travel, I will accompany you without a single complaint."

Qingyao: "I've asked Chunyu to pack some clothes, and I've also prepared some banknotes and silver. Since I'm the maidservant for the dowry, I'll take Chunyu and Xiahe with me. The other two can stay in Changchun Garden or return to the palace."

Kangxi nodded slightly. "Your Excellency's arrangements are very thoughtful. However, safety is of paramount importance on this trip. I have secretly arranged for experts to ensure that you will not be harmed in the slightest."

Qingyao's eyes lit up. "My husband is very thoughtful. I trust you. But it's just that it's very difficult to get around outside the palace. I'm afraid I'll cause trouble for you."

Kangxi scratched her nose and said, "My dear, please don't underestimate yourself. I only feel happy when you are by my side."

Qingyao frowned slightly, looked at her husband worriedly, and asked softly, "After the prince ascends the throne, my husband, what should my cousins ​​do?" Her eyes revealed a hint of anxiety and uneasiness.

Kangxi said, "What difficulty is there? These concubines all have their own children. We can simply order the second and fourth sons to take them into their own residences to resolve this matter. This way, they can be properly accommodated and the palace will not be disturbed too much."

After hearing this, Qingyao felt a little relieved, but still couldn't help sighing, "I hope everything goes well." Kangxi patted her hand to comfort her.

Qingyao looked into the distance with anticipation, muttering to herself, "May third day has come quickly! I really can't wait to leave the palace!" Her bright eyes sparkled with excitement, as if she had already seen the freedom outside the palace.

However, things didn't go as planned. Just three days before the third day of the fifth lunar month, news suddenly spread from the palace. Something had happened at the Fourth Prince's residence, and there seemed to be suspicions of treason and usurpation of the throne. Upon hearing this, Emperor Kangxi was furious and immediately decided to investigate thoroughly. Qingyao's heart suddenly sank. She knew that if this matter was not handled properly, not only would her plan to leave the palace be thwarted, but the entire situation would become unstable.

Qingyao urged Kangxi to calm down and not wrongly accuse an innocent person. Though angry, Kangxi listened to Qingyao's advice and conducted a more thorough investigation. After several days and nights of investigation, it was revealed that someone had deliberately framed the Fourth Prince in an attempt to disrupt the government. As the truth came to light, the atmosphere in the palace gradually calmed.

Finally, on the third day of the fifth lunar month, Qingyao got up early and dressed. Kangxi took Qingyao and quietly left the palace under the escort of a group of secret guards.

Everything was packed. Qingyao followed Kangxi out of the palace quietly. The carriage was swaying along the road, and Qingyao curiously lifted the curtain to look out. Kangxi smiled and pulled her back, "Qingqing, be careful, don't fall."

As they were talking, they suddenly heard the sound of galloping horses. Kangxi's face froze, and he protected Qingyao. A group of men in black rushed over, shouting, "Kill!" The guards Kangxi brought with him immediately drew their swords to meet them.

Qingyao was so frightened that she hid behind Kangxi. Kangxi held her tightly and whispered, "Don't be afraid, my dear. I'm here." Although the assassins were numerous, Kangxi's guards were all highly skilled in martial arts. Soon, the assassins were gradually losing the upper hand.

Seeing the situation was dire, the leading assassin tried to flee, but was shot by an arrow from Kangxi's secret guard and fell to the ground dead. Kangxi comforted the frightened Qingyao, "It's okay, Qingqing, we can continue on our way." Qingyao nodded with lingering fear, leaning into Kangxi's arms, and the two continued their journey out of the palace.