Dressing as Ziwei makes the Qing Dynasty more powerful

"Then will Sister Ziwei become Yongji's aunt?" Yongji clapped his hands and asked naively.

Ziwei, the Queen, and Rong Mama all twitched their lips. One wonders what expression Qianlong would have when he knew the truth. It's really exciting.

Qianlong looked at her doubtfully, "Why, you don't want to?"

Yes! Of course I'm very willing! If you knew that your own flesh and blood had turned into your sister, I don't know what kind of storm would be set off. I'm afraid it would be a bloody storm!

Ziwei spun the wind flute lightly a few times, and then, under Qianlong's expectant gaze, she said leisurely, "There's no need to be the eldest princess. Being the Empress's beloved daughter is enough."

Upon hearing this, the Queen beamed. She held Ziwei's hands tightly, grinning from ear to ear as she said repeatedly, "Ziwei, after your mourning period is over, I will have someone make you lots of clothes and jewelry. Yongji, from now on, Ziwei is your biological sister. Are you happy?"

"Very good, very good. Sister is much better than aunt. Yongji wants sister to be by his side." Yongji jumped and danced happily, rushed forward, hugged Ziwei's legs and rubbed them back and forth several times.

Witnessing this scene, although Qianlong was a little confused, he thought to himself that having an obedient and smart daughter was easier to explain than having a half-sister out of thin air.

He was delighted and shouted, "Very good. Li Yu, quickly convey my decree. Xia's daughter, Ziwei, is gentle and docile, dignified and elegant, virtuous, and loyal, and she has won my heart. I hereby grant her the name Zichen, enter her into the Imperial Jade Book, assign her to Empress Ulanara, confer her the title of Heshuo Princess, and grant her the right to reside in Yuhua Palace."

Soon, the imperial edict spread throughout the palace, causing an uproar. Only Shufangzhai, busy with Xiaoyanzi reciting poems, heard nothing of the news, and no one informed them.

Like a dazzling pearl, Yuhua Palace nestles quietly on the western side of the Imperial Garden. Its proximity to the gardens feels like a precious gift from nature. Set apart from the other imperial buildings, the palace embraces a tranquil retreat, akin to a secluded paradise. Here, time seems to slow down, allowing visitors to fully savor this rare tranquility.

Upon entering Yuhua Palace, an air of understated luxury washes over you. Unlike other palaces, the furnishings within the palace are not as ostentatious as others, but rather showcase a unique sense of taste through a subtle and elegant approach. Each item has been meticulously selected and arranged, seemingly simple yet imbued with profound meaning, seemingly telling a story of time.

The moment Ziwei entered the palace, she was captivated by the beauty before her. She had never imagined that within this heavily guarded and entrenched imperial palace, such a beautiful place could exist. Yuhua Palace was surrounded on three sides by a crystal-clear lake, its shimmering waters reflecting the clouds in the sky and the swaying bamboos on the banks. The single entrance, like a mysterious portal, led visitors into this poetic world.

A gentle breeze rustles the bamboo forest, a lingering sound like the melodies of nature. This natural sound complements the tranquil atmosphere within the palace, bringing profound solace to the soul. The palace's modest size obscured the need for numerous servants, yet this very fact enhances its tranquility and elegance.

More importantly, while the spiritual energy here was slightly less than that at the foot of the rockery in the Imperial Garden, it was still the most abundant in the entire palace. The Queen smiled and looked around, her eyes filled with satisfaction. Although this palace had never been inhabited, it was meticulously maintained daily, giving it no appearance of being dilapidated, always maintaining its pristine appearance.

"How is it? Are you satisfied here?" the Queen asked softly, her gaze resting tenderly on Ziwei. She knew that this pure land was undoubtedly a perfect place for those who loved tranquility.

Ziwei nodded, "It's beautiful here, I like it very much."

"As long as you like her, that's good. Jinsuo is a well-behaved and clever girl, and she's pretty much learned the rules now. It's appropriate for her to stay by your side as a maid. Let Rong Mama select a few capable people, and then you can decide on the arrangements. You should know that, apart from the third princess and He Jing, born to the late queen, no one in the palace can compare to you in terms of status and position, so you don't have to worry too much."

The Queen paused briefly after speaking, then continued, "Now that the Queen Mother has left the palace, the concubines in the harem no longer need to come to Kunning Palace to pay their respects. I'm sure they will send various gifts later, so just accept them. Although you are now my daughter, you should avoid wearing overly bright and colorful clothes for the next two years, as this will attract attention. I have ordered the Clothing Bureau to start making a batch of light-colored, simple, and elegant clothes for you. If you need anything else, please let me know."

Ziwei took every word the Empress said to heart. After all, in the eyes of outsiders, she had been canonized as a princess for no reason, and her every word and action would undoubtedly be closely watched. The imperial censors of the previous dynasty were likely to submit countless memorials to denounce this matter. After all, being the Empress's daughter was not something anyone could do.

Princess Qing, who was by the Empress Dowager's side, was the daughter of Prince Yu, who had fought on the battlefield for many years and had made great military achievements. After the couple died, their only daughter was taken into the palace to be raised, and she still does not have a formal rank.

She was the legitimate daughter of the Empress Dowager from the very beginning. Not only did she become a Jade Butterfly, but she also had such a high rank before she even got married. I wonder how many people's eyes this would become.

Thinking of this, Ziwei touched her nose, feeling that she had caused a lot of trouble for her stepfather.

This thought only lasted for a moment. Qianlong was such a scumbag, so I just took it as a way to vent the anger of the original owner.

In the main hall of the Qianqing Palace, Emperor Qianlong sneezed several times in succession, while the imperial censors below were still talking non-stop.

Do these imperial censors have nothing to do every day? Why do they keep staring at his harem? Can Ziwei be crowned a princess like Xiaoyanzi?

Xiaoyanzi is my illegitimate daughter, how can I bring her out and canonize her openly? Ziwei is so capable, it's unfair for her to be a Heshuo Princess. If I weren't afraid of your nonsense, I would definitely directly confer the title of Gulun Princess on Ziwei.

After muttering to himself, he clapped his hands and the crowd finally quieted down.

"The imperial decree has been issued. My dear ministers, there is no need to say anything more. Zichen is the most favored by me and the Queen. If you dare to say anything again, I will chop off your heads."

Ji Xiaolan and Fu Heng looked at each other and stood still in silence.

Several imperial censors blushed and dared not speak again.