Rebirth of His Royal Highness Prince Chenghu

Two days later, the twins, a boy and a girl, born to the Empress, would celebrate their third-day bathing ceremony. For this special occasion, the Grand Empress Dowager, the Empress Dowager, and the Emperor gathered, along with the concubines and members of the imperial family, offering their most heartfelt blessings. As the ceremony officially began, the atmosphere grew increasingly solemn and enthusiastic, as if all eyes were fixed on the two newly arrived little lives.

Princess Yu looked at the newborn baby with a smile in her eyes and said with emotion: "Grandfather, this is the first time that our royal family has twins, a boy and a girl."

The Empress Dowager responded with great joy: "The Queen's contribution to giving birth to twins is truly commendable and she truly deserves praise."

Kangxi said, "Grandson thanks the Empress on behalf of the Empress."

Afterward, two midwives placed basins filled with a traditional Chinese medicinal bathing solution, including mugwort leaves and locust branches, on the kang (kang) and gently lifted the two children. Relatives, following the order of seniority, poured ladlefuls of water into the basins, some adding items symbolizing good luck and abundance, such as coins, longans, and red dates. Despite being November, the water had already grown slightly cold from its presence. As the water poured over the children, they cried out in response to the chill, bringing the third-day bathing ceremony to a perfect conclusion.

The midwife's face was filled with joy as she wished: "The little prince and the little princess will surely be gifted with intelligence, and will be blessed with good fortune, wealth, longevity, and happiness, and will have a peaceful and smooth life."

Kangxi's lips curled up, his tone filled with joy: "Reward." After the third-day bathing ceremony, Kangxi followed the Empress Dowager and gracefully left the bustling Kunning Palace. The guests rose to bid farewell and left one after another, leaving only silence.

Qingyao: "Chunyu, quickly bring the two little ones here."

Chunyu brought the wet nurse and carried the two little masters into the inner hall.

Qingyao took Nuonuo from Chunyu's arms and put her aside, and took Yuanyuan from Nanny Zhang's arms: "Alright, you can leave now."

Chunyu took Nanny Zhang out.

Qingyao looked at the two delicate little creatures beside her and couldn't help but sigh in her heart: "Oh my, they are so cute that it makes my heart melt!"

Nanny Ling knocked on the door gently and said softly: "Your Majesty~"

Qingyao: "Come in." She concentrated on teasing the two little guys.

Matron Ling pushed open the door, entered the inner hall, and closed it: "This old servant pays respects to the Empress."

Qingyao asked with concern, "Madam Ling, you can get up now. Is there anything you want to talk to me about?"

Ling Ma Ma didn't stand up, her voice trembling: "This servant deserves death, and I beg Your Majesty to punish me."

Qingyao was confused and asked, "Mammy, what did you do wrong?"

Matron Ling replied, "Your Majesty, during the late stages of your pregnancy, His Majesty visited the Yikun Palace and favored Consort Guo Luoluo. Last month, news broke from the Imperial Household Department that Consort Guo Luoluo was pregnant. Therefore, I privately decided to keep this a secret from everyone in Kunning Palace, not letting Your Majesty know. After all, you were already nine months pregnant at the time, and there was no room for mishap."

Qingyao solemnly told Ling Mama: "I will forgive you this time, but I won't do it again. You are my wet nurse, and I know your intentions are good, but I am still dissatisfied with your self-willed behavior. To teach you a lesson, I have decided to deduct one month's salary from your salary."

Ling Ma Ma was well aware of the Majesty's kindness and was filled with gratitude. She quickly said, "Thank you, Majesty."

Qingyao waved her hand gently, signaling the nanny to go about her own business and let her leave first.

Nanny Ling went out and closed the door of the inner room.

Qingyao looked at her daughter's pink little face tenderly, stretched out her fingers and gently stroked it. She promised affectionately: "Nuonuo, mother will do her best to let you stay in the capital."

Kangxi gently pushed open the door of the inner hall and whispered: "Qingqing~"

Qingyao: "Husband, send the Royal Madam and the others back?"

Kangxi said with concern: "Just take good care of yourself and don't worry about other trivial matters." He slowly walked to the phoenix couch and sat down.

Qingyao asked softly: "Husband, have you chosen names for Nuonuo and the others?" She looked at him, her eyes full of anticipation.

Kangxi: "I've decided. Let's name Yuanyuan Yinzhen. Zhen means to be blessed by sincerity. To move the gods with sincerity and receive blessings."

Qingyao: "Yinzhen, this name is really good. I believe my husband must have given it careful consideration before choosing it."

Kangxi smiled gently, his eyes full of pampering: "As long as you are satisfied, that's enough."

Qingyao: "What about Nuonuo? What name did your husband give her?"

Kangxi said, "You can choose the name for Nuonuo. I've thought of a few: Ningkuoliqike, meaning harbinger of spring; Niyangqiqi, meaning golden orchid; Moyaqi, meaning longevity grass; Garudai, meaning phoenix; and Buerhe, meaning crane. Which one do you like?"

Qingyao said worriedly, "Husband, isn't it inappropriate to name Nuonuo "Galudai"?

Kangxi said, "What's wrong with that? Nuonuo is our legitimate daughter, Qingqing, you are the empress, and Nuonuo is your daughter. The name Garudai is the most appropriate. In the future, she will be a Princess of the First Rank, just like Chunxi. How can there be anything wrong with that?"

Qingyao smiled and replied: "Everything is up to you, husband."

Kangxi said: "Let's name this child Nuonuo Garudai."

Qingyao: "Husband, aren't you busy today?"

Kangxi said: "The memorials have been arranged. I have given a copy to Chenghu so that he can learn how to review them."

Qingyao said with concern: "Don't let your son overwork."

Kangxi smiled slightly and gave a positive answer: "You can rest assured."