Qingying's words made the Queen pause slightly in her attempts to coax Yongqi.

This niece in front of me is more open-minded than me.

But on second thought, if Honghui had not left, what would have happened even if those concubines gave birth to children?

With a wry smile on her lips, she shook her head slightly and added, "Since you've figured it out, I won't be the one to nag you. Just make sure everything is clear from beginning to end. Don't leave any clues that others can use to hold you accountable."

"If you encounter any difficulties, please have Xiuxia send a message to the palace. Your aunt will protect you."

"Yes, Qingying thanks you aunt."

"Don't rush back today. Stay in Jingren Palace for dinner. I am in the harem, and I only have a few rare opportunities to see Hun'er."

The queen's name was Hun'er.

Qingying understood that her plan had finally succeeded.

Yuan was also worried that after the queen became the empress dowager, she would control the harem.

But because this child looks like her eldest prince and the queen's eldest brother, the queen will definitely be devoted to him in the future.

He would definitely give his all to help Yongji ascend the throne.

Thinking that the other party must have some connection with the previous dynasty, Qingying felt more at ease.

"Yes, it's been a long time since I've had the meals from my aunt's palace, and Qingying missed it badly."

It would have been fine if they just had lunch together, but the empress held Yongqi tightly and refused to let go.

Fortunately, this child rarely cries and is happy to be held by anyone after eating, which also reduces the queen's workload.

Qingying put down the chopsticks in her hand, thought about it, and couldn't help but find out whether her guess was true.

"Aunt, you've spoiled Yongji like this. I'll be exhausted when I take him back home."

The Queen had nothing to use because she was holding the child, so she found it a little funny to hear this.

"You're such a shrewd kid! Your aunt is holding the baby for you. How come you're exhausted?"

"Auntie, if you hold him like this all the time, won't Qingying be the one who can't let go after we leave the palace? Won't I be the one who's tired?"

Qingying deliberately put on a coquettish look, which made the queen laugh.

"If you don't want to hold him, just leave Hun'er at Jingren Palace. Auntie will take care of him and help you raise him to be plump and healthy."

"That's great, but I'm afraid it will tire my aunt."

The Queen smiled and shook her head. "How could I bear to separate you and your child? If you have time, please bring your child to see me from time to time."

There was a hint of bitterness in these words, but Qingying understood that the Queen, like herself, had experienced the separation of mother and child, so naturally she would feel more pity for her niece.

Then she sighed softly, "Aunt, Qingying is not speaking nonsense. If you are willing, Qingying is naturally willing to leave the child in Jingren Palace. After all, this huge harem is now under your control, which is much safer than the backyard of the prince's mansion. However, today, Qingying has something to ask you for forgiveness."

The Queen raised her eyebrows, happy that Qingying was willing to raise Yongji in Jingren Palace, but also surprised by her words of apology.

"Apologize? You and I are aunt and nephew, why should we do this? Just tell me what's the matter."

"Thank you, auntie. It's all about this child."

"The day after the birth, my aunt came to the palace. Qingying was so happy that she gave the child a nickname. However, she forgot to avoid using my cousin's name. I hope my aunt will punish me."

After saying that, Qingying stood up and knelt down.

The queen was completely stunned by the other party's words.

cousin?

The cousin Qingying mentioned couldn't be anyone else but her own Honghui.

After so many years, the only one who can remember Honghui is Qingying, besides myself.

The queen's eyes were slightly moist, but she suppressed her sadness.

"Get up."

"aunt..."

"Nothing, get up."

"Thank you, aunt."

Qingying stood up and sat down. The Queen patted Yongji gently and then spoke again, "I can't believe that the Emperor, his biological father, can't remember, but you, a child who has never seen Honghui, can still remember that your aunt once had this son."

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