The emperor gave tonic to Ping Guiren, something that had happened since her comeback in the old year. At that time, Empress Xiaoyi was seriously ill. The emperor casually said that they should lay a good foundation from a young age, so he asked the Taiyuan Hospital to prescribe medicine based on Ping Guiren's body. For supplements, all expenses should be paid from Qianqing Palace.
It seemed to be a great favor, and Ping Guiren's health was very good for a while. But in November, when Suo'etu returned from the border, he anxiously sent someone to the palace to tell his niece to be careful about the tonic given by the emperor. Wait for him in a few days. They sent people to investigate, and sure enough they found that the tonic medicines sent from the Imperial Hospital every day were actually yin-cold contraceptive medicines. Since Ping Guiren had always been restless and restless, and had weak fire, taking these medicines at the initial stage was very helpful for regulating internal fire, but If things go on like this, her whole life of childbirth will be considered wasted.
But the people who deliver medicines from Tai Hospital every day must watch Mr. Ping take the medicine with his own eyes. Suo'etu went to Tai Hospital several times and finally changed the medicines. Mr. Ping knew how to take the medicine himself. The taste is different, but the eunuch who watches her take medicine with a straight face every day may not know that.
Moreover, no matter how well the hospital prepares, it is impossible for Ping Guiren to figure out whether what is being put into her mouth is a tonic or a contraceptive pill. Suo'etu also sent a message to her, telling her not to follow the old path of Xiao Niu Hulu. If she wants to stay with the emperor for a long time, for her, after many ups and downs, being obedient is the best way at the moment, as long as what she takes is not poison.
At this moment, the eunuch who delivered the medicine came in and said the same stereotyped words every day. Ping Guiren drank the medicine in front of her, but she was very uncomfortable today. After taking two sips, she became nauseated. She spurted out and even dropped the bowl in her hand on the ground. Her maids were frightened, but the eunuch who delivered the medicine said expressionlessly: "Mr. Ping, please wait a moment. I will try again." Go to the imperial doctor's office and ask someone to prepare medicine for you."
Ping Guiren lay on the couch without saying a word. He waited until the imperial doctor left and the miscellaneous maids also left, then he touched his belly and said with tears, "Am I really pregnant?"
The eunuch seemed to be rigid and ruthless, walking around like a wooden man every day, but he was a man with scheming plans. He turned around and told Eunuch Liang about Ping Guiren's unusual situation today. Eunuch Liang was sweating after hearing this. He had been told many times not to let little Hesheli get pregnant. Now if Pingguiren gets pregnant, it will be his fault. Does he still want to eat this meal?
The eunuch who delivered the medicine calmly persuaded: "I think that the best way out is for Eunuch Liang to confess to Lord Long Live. Otherwise, if you try too hard with Lord Ping, if Master Suo makes a fuss and causes a fuss, you will It’s more sin upon sin.”
Eunuch Liang was so worried that he beat his chest and sighed: "Now is not the time to talk about this matter."
Now is indeed not the time to talk about this matter. Just one day before Princess Chunxi's wedding, news came from Mobei that Galdan, instigated by Tsarist Russia, set out to pursue Tuxie Tuhan and Jebzundamba. An army of 30,000 soldiers crossed the Wuzha River, threatening to entangle the military power of Tsarist Russia and jointly attack Khalkha. When the news came, the government and the public were furious. Xuan Ye warned Tsarist Russia not to interfere in the internal affairs of the Qing court, and ordered the vassal minister Alani to recruit Horqin, Karaqin and other troops are at your disposal at any time.
On May 15th, the wedding of Princess Chunxi was successfully held despite the turmoil of the impending war, but the Tian family's spirit was not affected at all. The eldest princess married Horqin in a glorious manner, and the whole country celebrated together.
However, the princess's wedding could not conceal the fear of war after all. After the wedding banquet was over and the decorations in the palace were removed, the atmosphere in the Sixth Palace quickly fell into unrest. Mobei was no more far away from the imperial capital than the San Francisco was in the past. Even a woman who was not familiar with government affairs We all know how powerful it is. The imperial court has been guarding against this wild wolf for many years, and now the wolf's ambition is finally unstoppable.
After the wedding of Princess Chunxi, as Lan Qi expected, the returning concubines never returned to Changchun Garden. In the days after May, the emperor did not enter the harem for a day, and no concubines were summoned to serve in the Qianqing Palace. Even Concubine De had not seen the emperor before going to bed. Everyone understood the seriousness of the situation this time. They secretly inquired about the situation in Qianqing Palace and lived their lives cautiously, not daring to add another anger to the emperor's frown every day. meaning.
In the harem, this is the only time when there is rare comfort and even unity. Women will no longer be jealous, because they know that once something happens to the court or the emperor, nothing will happen to them, and this is the only way. During the day, Concubine Rong and Lan Qi would have some free time. Concubine Rong even laughed at herself and said, "Why don't we change our riding clothes and go fight for the emperor?"
The joke is of course a joke. No one is looking forward to the war, and everyone else only knows that there is going to be a war. Lan Qi also knows that this time, Xuan Ye will personally lead the troops. In the hot summer, her hands and feet are cold and uneasy every day. I'm passing through it, I wish I could wake up in the middle of winter, so I can spend this period of time quickly.
In the blink of an eye, in June, Galdan led his troops to the east of the Urhui River. Shangshu Alani was ordered to lead his army to intercept them. Almost the entire army was wiped out. The Qing army was defeated. Galdan advanced into Ujumqin, which was unstoppable.
Due to the defeat of Wu'erhuihe, the court was shrouded in gloom. The civil servants and military generals truly realized that Galdan had the wisdom and courage to organize troops, and the domineering and courage to stand out from the crowd. If they did not defeat him completely, The consequences are endless.
On this day, Lan Qi led Wen Xian, Wen Chen and Thirty-Four to write and draw together. Wen Xian could still write a few words decently, but the three younger brothers and sisters were all doodling. Acting like a gentleman, he was reprimanding them for being disobedient and scaring them that they would be spanked by Huang Ama if they behaved like this in the study. Lan Qi looked on with a smile. Little Fourteen couldn't bear to be scolded by her sister and pouted. Pounce over and act coquettishly with E Niang.
Wen Xian came after him and scolded his younger brother: "Boys can't act like a spoiled child all the time. You should stand up quickly. If you stick to my mother-in-law again, I'll beat you."
Little Fourteen looked at her sister with tears in her eyes, but she obediently let go of her hand and stood there obediently. Lan Qi was so happy that she hugged her son and said to her sister: "Fourteen is still young, wait until he is two years older. I'll let you discipline him, okay? Don't scare him now."
As she was talking, there was a rush of people outside, and Lan Qi felt inexplicably nervous. Suddenly she saw the bamboo curtain lifted, and Huan Chun said with a tense face: "Your Majesty, the Qianqing Palace has just issued an edict, and the Long Live Lord is going to lead the expedition in person."
Lan Qi trembled all over, bit her lip and calmed down and said, "I understand, tell the people in the palace not to go around shouting and calm down."
Xiao Shisi leaned on her knees and asked, "Mother, what did Huan Chun say?"
Wen Xian already understood and said seriously: "The emperor's personal expedition means that Emperor Ama wants to lead the troops to fight. This is what is sung in the play."
Lan Qi touched her daughter's head, praised her for being smart, and said gently: "On the days when Emperor Ama is not at home, can sister promise not to lead her younger brothers and sisters into naughty troubles, and wait obediently for Emperor Ama to come back, and don't let you, Emperor
Ma is worried."
"Don't be afraid, Niang. I will protect you." The thirteenth elder brother ran over and hugged his mother and said, "Niang, I will protect you with the fourth brother, as well as my elder sister and elder sister Chen'er, and ten
Four."
The thirteenth elder brother was honest, he spoke in a long-winded way, but he also worked very hard and seriously. His fists were clenched, as if he was really going to the battlefield. Xiao Chen'er followed him and ran over, imitating his younger brother's words: "Uh.
Mother, Chen'er will protect you."
Wen Xian said disdainfully: "You are all talking big words, and you can't even hold a pen."
The children were unconvinced and soon started arguing with their elder sister. After all, war and their father's imperial conquest were just words to them. Soon they forgot everything just now and the brothers and sisters went to play.
Only then did Huan Chun have the opportunity to say to his master: "Your Majesty, please change your clothes and go to Ningshou Palace. The Queen Mother may have instructions from her."
As Huanchun expected, Lan Qi sat in front of the dressing table and put on her hairpin. The Queen Mother sent an order to the Sixth Palace to summon the concubines to Ningshou Palace to obey her orders. Although it was only a formal matter, no matter what the women in the harem did, they had nothing to do with the court.
However, they had to live above this formality to maintain the dignity of the royal family and not embarrass the emperor.
It was a scorching summer day in June and the sun was scorching. Lan Qi was so sweaty when she came over in a shoulder carriage. After getting off the ground, she wiped her sweat with a handkerchief and did not want to be disgraceful in front of the Queen Mother. Then she saw a few people behind her coming in a carriage, the concubines.
They all followed.
But seeing everyone move out of the way and Concubine Hui walked out, Lan Qi nodded and Concubine Hui said, "You've heard about it too, right?"
Let’s say that after everyone returned to the palace in May, Lan Qi only saw Concubine Hui once in Ningshou Palace. The other time was at Chunxi’s wedding. Because her eldest brother saved her, when she met in Ningshou Palace,
He took the initiative to express his gratitude to Concubine Hui, and Concubine Hui was always steady and generous in front of others. How could she not accept Lan Qi's gratitude? The two of them exchanged a few words politely. It didn't look like there was any barrier between them, but they were deeply attached to each other.
I understand, but Lan Qi's hatred for Concubine Hui and Mingzhu has never diminished by half.
Lan Qi responded: "I heard that my eldest brother is also going to join the army. Sister Hui Fei has raised a good son for the emperor."
At this time, Rong Fei Yi Fei also arrived. Yi Fei stepped forward and said carelessly: "I don't know whether I should congratulate Sister Hui Fei. The eldest brother has become successful, but no one is looking forward to fighting. I just want to wait for the eldest brother's triumphant return."
When you come back, you have to open the eyes of all the sisters with the reward that the emperor gave to my sister."
Concubine Hui smiled steadily: "With your good words, we will wait for the emperor's triumphant return."
While they were talking, the nuns from Ningshou Palace came to invite all the empresses to come in. The Queen Mother ascended her seat in the main hall. After everyone bowed, she said a lot of words solemnly and solemnly, but they were just big principles. The women just listened attentively.
Because the eldest brother was with the army this time, Concubine Hui was naturally mentioned by the Queen Mother. The Queen Mother told her: "Fu Jin is young and ignorant. I wonder if he will say inappropriate words or do inappropriate things. As the daughter-in-law of the royal family,
, be careful in your words and deeds, and summon Dafu Jin into the palace today to teach her well."