Chapter 526: Story of Yanxi Palace Er Qing 59
Chapter 526: Story of Yanxi Palace Er Qing 59
She knew that she had now completely established her foothold, and no one in the harem could shake her position.
The Queen Mother teased the two children for a while, then got up and left Yongshou Palace. Before leaving, she specifically told Qianlong to take good care of Erqing and the children and not to let her suffer any grievances.
Qianlong naturally agreed and sent the empress dowager out of the palace before turning around and returning to Yongshou Palace.
He looked at Er Qing, who was lying on the bed and had fallen into a deep sleep, and the two babies sleeping beside her, and his heart was filled with happiness and satisfaction.
He and Qing'er finally had children, two at that!
Qianlong walked to the crib and looked at the two children, his heart filled with love.
He reached out and gently stroked the child's delicate cheek, his eyes full of tenderness.
"My children will definitely become the most outstanding princes of the Qing Dynasty in the future!" Qianlong secretly swore in his heart that he would do his best to give his children the best education and make them the pillars of the country.
When Er Qing woke up, it was already evening. She opened her eyes and saw Qianlong sitting beside the bed, holding a book in his hand, but he didn't read a word, just looking at her and the children quietly.
"Your Majesty, why haven't you gone to rest yet?" Er Qing asked softly, with a hint of laziness in her voice as if she had just woken up.
Qianlong put down the book in his hand, walked to the bedside, gently tucked the corner of the quilt for her, and said softly: "I am not tired, I just want to spend more time with you and the children."
Er Qing felt warm in her heart, reached out and held Qianlong's hand, and said softly: "Your Majesty, you are so kind."
Qianlong smiled and scratched her nose, saying lovingly: "Silly girl, you are my most beloved person, my child, so I will naturally love you well."
Er Qing snuggled in Qianlong's arms, listening to his strong heartbeat.
She knew she made the right bet.
In this life, she finally got everything she wanted.
Power, status, and...
"Qing'er, I have already discussed with the Empress Dowager that after you are out of confinement, I will make you the Imperial Noble Consort. You know, Rongyin just left not long ago. If I make you the Empress now, you will become the target of public criticism. So, wait a little longer. I want you to become the Empress of the Qing Dynasty!"
When Er Qing heard the words "Imperial Noble Consort", her heart was shocked and an indescribable ecstasy instantly surged in her heart, making her almost unable to control her emotions.
She tried hard to suppress her inner excitement and asked in surprise, "Royal Concubine? Your Majesty, how can this be done? I...I am a humble concubine with little knowledge and moral integrity. How can I take on such an important task?"
As she spoke, her eyes reddened slightly, as if she was flattered, and a little uneasy, she portrayed the image of a humble and submissive concubine to the fullest.
Seeing her like this, Qianlong felt even more pity for her. He gently took Erqing into his arms and said softly, "Qing'er, you are my most beloved woman. You deserve the title of Imperial Noble Consort."
Er Qing snuggled into Qianlong's arms, with a barely perceptible smile on her lips.
Imperial Noble Consort, this is the most honorable position in the harem except for the Queen!
She finally, step by step, reached the pinnacle of power!
"Your Majesty, I... I am just worried. The Queen passed away not long ago, and I..." Er Qing wanted to say something but stopped. There seemed to be tears in the corners of her eyes, as if she was mourning for the Queen, and as if she was worried that she was not virtuous enough and could not win the support of the people.
"Silly girl, what are you talking about?" Qianlong gently scratched her nose, his tone full of doting.
"The queen has passed away, and this harem must be managed by someone. You are the person I trust the most, and I believe you can do a good job."
Qianlong's words undoubtedly gave Erqing a reassurance. She knew that she had completely won, won Qianlong's favor, won the power of the harem, and also won... her own future.
"Your Majesty, I will never let you down. I will manage the harem well and share your worries." Er Qing raised her head and looked at Qianlong firmly, her tone full of confidence and determination.
Qianlong nodded with satisfaction. He believed that Erqing would become a virtuous imperial concubine and his most capable assistant.
However, he didn't know that beneath Er Qing's gentle and virtuous face, there was an ambitious heart hidden.
Er Qing looked at the magnificent palace outside the window, her heart filled with lofty ambitions...
This news was like a gust of wind, sweeping across the entire harem, setting off waves of turbulence. The concubines who were already dissatisfied with Er Qing were like a cat whose tail was stepped on, and they were furious.
In Chuxiu Palace, when Concubine Gao heard the news, she was so angry that she smashed the teacup in her hand to the ground. The fine blue and white porcelain instantly turned into pieces and the tea splashed everywhere, just like her mood at the moment, which was turbulent and could not be calmed down.
"How ridiculous! How ridiculous!" Concubine Gao's chest rose and fell violently. She pointed at the trembling palace maid kneeling on the ground and cursed, "What a bunch of rubbish! Such a big thing, and you're not reporting it until now!"
"The Emperor...how could he be so confused!?"
Concubine Gao gritted her teeth, her originally beautiful face now seemed a little distorted because of anger, and her eyes and eyebrows were filled with undisguised jealousy and resentment.
"She, Er Qing, is just a lowly servant who was born as a bondservant. How could she climb above me?!"
Concubine Gao became more and more excited as she spoke. She stood up suddenly and overturned the table in front of her. The exquisite tea sets and snacks immediately scattered all over the floor with a harsh sound.
"Your Majesty, please calm down! You are a precious girl, please don't get sick from anger..." Zhilan, the personal maid, comforted her softly while picking up the debris on the ground.
"Calm down? How do you expect me to calm down?!" Concubine Gao was furious. She grabbed Zhilan by the collar. Her originally slender phoenix eyes were now wide open as if they were about to spit fire.
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When Empress Xian heard the news, she just smiled faintly, as if it had nothing to do with her.
She put down the Buddhist beads in her hand and said calmly to the palace maid beside her: "Go to the storehouse and pick out some fine brocade and jewelry, and send them to Yongshou Palace. Just say it's my little gift to congratulate Concubine Li on her promotion to Imperial Concubine."
"Yes, your majesty." The maid took the order and withdrew.
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In the Cining Palace, the Queen Mother heard the news and just said "hmm" and stopped talking. She put down the Buddhist beads in her hand, closed her eyes, and seemed to be lost in thought.
"Queen Mother, do you think the Emperor's actions are appropriate?"
The nanny beside the empress dowager asked cautiously. She had served the empress dowager for many years and naturally understood what she was thinking.
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