Rebirth of His Royal Highness Prince Chenghu

Changchun Garden Guanlan Pavilion

Qingyao lay on a recliner in the yard, raised her hand to touch her bulging belly, looked at the people beside her and said: "Look, the imperial physician took my pulse, and it's twins again!"

Kangxi: "My dear, are you pregnant with twins again this time?" He looked at the person lying on the recliner.

Qingyao nodded gently and said, "Your Majesty is blessed with great fortune. I am also grateful for your help." Kangxi was very pleased and stepped forward to hold Qingyao's hand and said, "Your Majesty, you have worked hard. If you give birth to a prince safely this time, I will definitely reward you handsomely." Qingyao said coquettishly, "My husband, I don't ask for rewards. I just hope that the children will be safe and sound.

At this moment, a palace maid came running over, bowed, and reported: "Grand Emperor, Empress Dowager, someone has arrived from Prince Yong's palace."

Kangxi frowned slightly and looked at the palace maid and asked, "What brings someone from Prince Yong's palace to visit at this time?" The palace maid lowered her head and replied, "The Emperor didn't tell me, he just said he had something to report to."

Qingyao: "Husband, please let someone in. Perhaps it's urgent."

Kangxi nodded, and the maid quickly went out to lead the others in. Soon, Su Peisheng followed the maid into the courtyard, knelt down and saluted, and then said, "Grand Emperor, Empress Dowager, your servant Su Peisheng greets you both. Your wife gave birth to twins today, a boy and a girl. My prince sent this servant to bring you the good news."

Kangxi smiled and said, "It's a happy event. Our Xiaowu has his own child now."

Qingyao raised her hand slightly and said softly, "Chunyu, give Eunuch Su the reward." Her voice was clear and melodious, like the sound of an oriole chirping out of a valley. After Chunyu left, Qingyao whispered, "Also, when you return later, remember to inform your prince that the reward from me and the retired emperor will be delivered to his residence shortly. Tell him not to worry."

Su Peisheng hurriedly thanked her, "Thank you, Queen Dowager, for the reward. I will definitely convey your words to the prince."

Kangxi looked at Su Peisheng and asked, "How is the grandson?" Su Peisheng replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, the prince only asked me to bring you the good news. I didn't see the young masters, but I heard they were crying with full energy."

Qingyao smiled faintly, "Go back and tell your prince to prepare for the emperor's arrival in the palace within the next few days." Su Peisheng kowtowed again, "I will definitely inform the prince."

At this moment, Qingyao suddenly covered her stomach and groaned. Kangxi became nervous, "What's wrong with Qingqing? Are you feeling uncomfortable somewhere?" Qingyao calmed down, "It's okay, they just kicked me." Kangxi hurriedly called the imperial physician to take a closer look. After taking the pulse, the imperial physician said, "Don't worry, Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager and the fetus in her belly are fine, but you have to be more careful in the future." Kangxi breathed a sigh of relief and waved to Su Peisheng, "You can leave first, I still have to take care of the Empress Dowager here." Su Peisheng agreed and left. Qingyao leaned in Kangxi's arms and whispered, "I hope our child can be born smoothly." Kangxi held her hand tightly, his eyes firm, "I definitely will."

Qingyao: "My husband, please give names to your little grandson and granddaughter. Don't be partial and give names to other grandsons and granddaughters but not to Xiaowu's family."

Kangxi smiled dotingly: "How could I favor one over the other? Chenghu, Baocheng, Xiaowu, Xiaoqi and Xiaoshisi are all my and your sons. How could I be partial? When I was thinking of naming the little one in your belly, I also thought of a name for Xiaowu's eldest son."

Qingyao widened her beautiful eyes, looked at Kangxi in front of her with disbelief and said, "My husband, you are too impatient! The baby in my belly has not been born yet, and you have even picked their names?" Her eyes, as clear as autumn water, flashed with surprise and curiosity, and she gently stroked her bulging belly.

Kangxi: "Well, I've chosen a name. I'll tell you when the time comes. Let's name Xiaowu's eldest son Honghui. Hui means brightness and warmth."

Qingyao nodded gently when she heard the name. "Honghui, it's a good name with deep meaning." Kangxi looked down at her with gentle eyes. "Xiaowu will definitely be satisfied with this name. The legitimate daughter will be named Buerhe, which means crane in Manchu." Qingyao smiled. "Buerhe? What a good name."

A few days later, Qingyao and Kangxi traveled to Prince Yong's mansion. Upon entering, they were greeted by the twins, a boy and a girl, each a child adorable and delicate. Prince Yong, Yinzhen, hurried to greet the emperor. Qingyao first visited Wu Xiha, who was in confinement, in the main hall, then moved to a side hall to play with the twins.

Kangxi spoke with Yinzhen, urging him to raise his children well and to serve the Qing Dynasty in the future. Afterward, everyone went to the garden and celebrated with a banquet. After three rounds of drinks, Qingyao felt a little tired, and Kangxi, noticing this, suggested returning to the palace.

On the way back to the palace, Qingyao leaned against Kangxi and whispered, "I'm so happy today. The royal descendants are thriving, and the Qing Dynasty will surely prosper." Kangxi hugged her and looked into the distance, "I hope so. I only wish that you and the children will always be healthy and happy." The carriage moved forward slowly, heading towards the palace with full joy and expectations.