OBS Chapter 223: Concubine Xi wants to establish a queen
Chapter 223: Concubine Xi wants to establish a queen
In Ningchun Hall, Zhenzhu waved her hand and asked the palace servant who had reported to her to leave. She could not help but exclaimed in amazement at her master, Concubine Xi, who was choosing jewellery:
"I didn't expect the Emperor to actually promote Concubine Xian to a higher rank. Could it be that he wants to promote Concubine Xian to the position of a higher rank? How long has she only been in the palace?"
Concubine Xi was wearing an elegant purple Manchu dress with a silver-plated kingfisher hairpin on her head. The three purple pearl earrings on her ears swayed as she selected the jewellery, looking lazy and charming.
"Given the emperor's love for her, it wouldn't be surprising if he promoted her to a noble concubine, not to mention that she was only promoted to a noble concubine. What's the big deal?"
Pearl didn't expect the Queen to be so calm, and couldn't help but smile and said:
"There are so many people in the palace who are jealous and anxious about Concubine Xian, but you are the only one who is so calm."
Concubine Xi raised her eyebrows and said casually:
"I am only a concubine. Whether Concubine Xian is a concubine or a noble concubine, I have to pay my respects to her. What's there to worry about?"
Hearing this, the smile on Pearl's face faded, and she looked at her mother with some heartache.
The Empress has been in the palace for more than ten years, but has only been promoted to the position of concubine so far. She has also been harmed by that man and will never have children of her own in her life. She has also lost the Emperor's favor. She looks happy every day, but is actually very lonely.
Concubine Xi didn't hear Zhenzhu's voice for a while. She raised her eyes and glanced at Zhenzhu in the bronze mirror. She immediately saw what she was thinking and couldn't help but chuckle.
He withdrew his hand, turned sideways, and gently tapped Pearl's forehead.
"Quickly take that look away. If people see me, it will act like the palace is mistreating me. My reputation will be damaged and I won't forgive you!"
At the same time she added in her heart that seeing that person fall out of favor, lose his son, and be demoted, she had never felt happier than she did now.
Pearl touched her forehead and saw that the queen really didn't care, so she smiled again.
"I know I was wrong, and I will never speculate about you again."
"That's right."
Concubine Xi nodded with satisfaction, then thought of something and suddenly a meaningful smile appeared on her face.
"As long as Concubine Xian doesn't have a good relationship with that Shi Concubine and doesn't side with the Fourth Prince, then no matter how favored Concubine Xian is, I can only congratulate her. I think the same goes for the family!"
After that, she ordered calmly:
"Let's investigate the Qingxi Book House, no, investigate the concubine Wang. It's time for me and Concubine Xian to deepen our relationship."
There was a gleam of light in Concubine Xi's eyes. Concubine Xian's promotion must be related to Concubine Wang.
Pearl obeyed.
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After Kangxi promoted Consort Shinanxi, some ministers of the previous dynasty suddenly submitted memorials requesting the establishment of a queen, but Kangxi kept all of them without issuing them. However, the more Kangxi kept the memorials, the more people submitted memorials.
"Your Majesty, it has been two years since Empress Xiaoyi passed away. You should consider choosing a new virtuous empress for the Qing Dynasty to rule the country."
Kangxi, who was sitting on the dragon throne, was wearing a bright yellow nine-clawed golden dragon robe. Hearing this, his expression remained unchanged. He looked down at the minister who was making the report, and his tone was indistinguishable from his emotion:
"Oh, then who do you think will be the queen?"
The minister who submitted the memorial bowed and stood at attention and said:
"I think that the noble concubine Nianhulu in the harem is virtuous, filial and respectful to the empress dowager, and generous and kind to the concubines in the harem. She also gave birth to an heir for you. She is the best choice for the empress."
Kangxi's eyes were dark and deep, and it was impossible to tell his emotion. He did not reject it immediately, but looked around at the ministers below.
"What do you think, my dear ministers?"
As soon as the words fell, someone stepped out and bowed, saying:
"Your Majesty, it is only natural to establish a queen. However, I heard that some time ago, you dismissed Concubine Niuhulu because she failed to manage the six palaces. The mother of a country is a role model for all women in the world. If she cannot manage the six palaces properly, how can Concubine Niuhulu be the mother of a country?"
After that, the tone changed:
"It is Concubine Hui who has served you for more than 20 years, assisted you in managing the six palaces for many years, and also gave birth to the eldest prince. The eldest prince is smart and brave, and is friendly and respectful to his brothers. It can be seen that Concubine Hui has brought him up very well, and she is indeed the best candidate for the queen."
After this person finished speaking, some people immediately stepped forward to protest and listed that as the queen, Concubine Hui had no way of disciplining the concubines, which caused Wusu to misbehave in front of the emperor. She couldn't even manage the concubines in her own palace, let alone be unfit to be the queen.
After that, some people proposed Rong Fei, some proposed Xian Fei, and some even proposed marrying a noble lady from outside the palace. In short, the whole court was like a vegetable market, with constant quarrels.
Kangxi watched coldly and also observed the few princes at the front of the court officials.
The next crown prince lost his mother at birth and had no adoptive mother in the harem. The enthronement of a queen had nothing to do with him. However, if Kangxi enthroned a queen, whether the new queen had a son or another son would have a great impact on him, the only legitimate son. At this time, he frowned and pursed his lips.
The eldest prince clenched his fists. When he heard that a minister recommended Concubine Hui as the queen, he suppressed his joy and excitement in his eyes. However, when he heard the ministers criticizing Concubine Hui as unfit to be the queen or recommending other people, his eyes were filled with anger.
The remaining Third Prince was well-mannered and gentle, probably because he knew that there was little hope for Rong Fei to be made the successor, so he was more relaxed.
The other princes were too young and were still taking classes in the study, so they did not attend court.
Time passed little by little, and the emperor still didn't speak. The ministers who were arguing fiercely gradually realized something and slowly stopped.
At this time, Kangxi finally spoke, and he said in a deep voice:
"Establishing a queen is a major national event, so please let the queen take care of it."
After saying that, he stood up and left directly.
Liang Jiugong flicked his whisk,
Sing loudly:
"Retreat."
It rained last night and didn't stop until the sky turned white. Changchun Garden suddenly became much cooler. Shi Nanxi was holding Xixi and strolling leisurely in Changchun Garden.
"My queen, it feels a lot colder today. It looks like we'll have to go back to the Forbidden City soon!"
There was some reluctance in Hongying's tone. Compared with the majestic and grand Forbidden City, Changchun Garden had mountains and water and was cool and comfortable. She liked it here better.
Shi Nanxi walked at an unhurried pace, gently combing Xixi's back with her well-maintained hands, and said with a smile:
"There's still some time left, don't worry too early."
At this time, Xiao Ruzi came over.
"Miss."
Shi Nanxi stopped and turned around. Xiao Ruzi stepped forward and whispered to him. After listening, Shi Nanxi raised his eyebrows:
"You said that someone in the court today petitioned the emperor to establish a queen?"
Xiao Ruzi nodded:
"Yes, your majesty, but the emperor did not agree."
Shi Nanxi narrowed her eyes:
"What candidates for queen have the ministers proposed?"
Xiao Ruzi said:
"Your Majesty, the one mentioned most is Noble Consort Nianhulu, followed by Consort Hui and Consort Rong." He paused:
"And you."
Hongying, who was standing by, was startled at first, then frowned, her intuition was not simple.
Nanny Yang, who was always serious and taciturn, spoke up at this moment to remind:
"Your Highness, it seems that someone in the harem was upset by your promotion to Imperial Concubine."
No one was mentioned in this statement, but there was only one imperial concubine in the palace, Concubine Niuhulu, who had the highest rank and the most honorable status. Shi Nanxi was promoted to the rank of imperial concubine, and was already the number one concubine. Naturally, the biggest threat was Concubine Niuhulu.
Hongying understood, and she couldn't help but worry:
"Your Majesty, will Consort Niuhulu really be made queen?"
Shi Nanxi lowered her eyebrows and gently stroked Xixi's back with her fingers. Seeing it meow softly in comfort, the corners of her mouth curled up:
"Don't worry, the emperor won't appoint a queen, and even if he does, it won't be Consort Niu Hulu."
Historically, Kangxi had only three queens during his lifetime, so even if he wanted to establish a queen, it could only be himself.
Hongying opened her mouth slightly, not understanding why the Queen was so sure.
However, a hint of smile flashed across Yang Ma's serious eyes, and she helped to explain:
"Because the Emperor loves the Crown Prince so much, he will not make Consort Niuhulu his empress. Otherwise, the Tenth Prince would become the legitimate son!"
Hongying suddenly realized it, and then said with admiration:
"Your Majesty is really smart. Concubine Niuhulu is desperate and is trying all kinds of methods to cure her illness."
Hearing this, Shi Nanxi shook her head. She looked up at the blue sky and said calmly:
"You are wrong. Concubine Niuhulu is not desperate to seek medical help. Her goal is not to become the queen, but..."
She turned her head and looked at Hongying:
"Royal Concubine!"