Changsheng: Peak at the Beginning

Chapter 1139 Zhen Huan Enlarged to 65

The imperial edict had been issued, but Hongshi still couldn't help getting angry when he returned to the prince's residence. The servants around him were also silent and dared not make a sound or move, especially when they heard Hongshi cursing Jingren Palace. They could only help Hongshi clean up with bitter faces and prevent the news from spreading.

Ulanara was very happy to receive the imperial edict, but Qingying herself was not happy. After everyone left, Nabul asked Qingying why she was unhappy. Qingying was smart enough to speak after clearing the situation: "I have only met the Third and Fourth Princes in the palace, but I can feel that the Third Prince is honest, but he is not very kind to me."

"And the Fourth Prince is even better at talking than the Third Prince, so my daughter is worried about changes."

Upon hearing this, Lady Nabul became anxious, "What should we do? Now that the imperial decree has been issued, there is absolutely no room for repentance!"

"My poor daughter, if the Third Prince really has no feelings for you, you will suffer in the future."

Qingying had not yet developed any feelings for the princes in the palace. She just instinctively felt that the fourth prince seemed to have a better chance of winning than the third prince. Now she could only try her best to comfort her mother and said, "Mother, don't worry too much. In terms of talent alone, the third prince is indeed slightly inferior, but since the third prince is determined to compete for that position, doesn't he need the help of our Ulanara family?"

In fact, Qingying increasingly felt that the Fourth Prince was the best choice. After all, the Fourth Prince needed the support of his wife's family more than the Third Prince. More importantly, the Fourth Prince himself was more handsome than the Third Prince and had a much better temper.

Even though Qingying had listened to the stories of her two aunts since she was a child and cared about the glory of the Ulanara family, she couldn't help but think of the Fourth Prince as her daughter. After all, the Fourth Prince was more in line with her aesthetics and preferences.

When the reputation of the descendants of the Ulanara clan spread, Concubine Qi and her son, as well as the Ulanara clan outside the palace, were all devastated. Nabul quickly submitted a memorial to apologize and express his loyalty. Big Fat Ju certainly would not believe that the Ulanara clan was trying to control the throne. After all, the Ulanara clan no longer had anyone they could fight with, and there were no outstanding talents in the next generation. Although Big Fat Ju was dissatisfied, he was also relieved.

But other families were eager to nail the Ulanara family on the charge of coveting the throne. After all, even if the Ulanara family did not occupy many positions, one vacancy might be a good thing. A mosquito, no matter how small, is still meat. Besides, there were only so many emperors' favors. If the Ulanara family took more, there would be less for them.

The most interesting thing is that by eliminating the possibility of the Third Prince ascending to the throne, the possibility of the Sixth Prince and the Seventh Prince ascending to the throne would be greatly increased.

As for the Fourth and Fifth Princes, the Fifth Prince was a notorious sickly child. It was said that he worked intermittently in the study room and could not be helped at all. The Fourth Prince, who was already known for his intelligence, had a fatal flaw, that was, his biological father might be unknown, and his mother's family background was too low, so the benefits of helping him were quite large.

The main culprit, Jiang Xinxin, threw herself into the election and the preparation of dowries for princesses and county ladies after making a big mistake. She also pulled Princess Chaogui and Princess Shuhe to share the burden, saying, "You will eventually get married. After you get married, the farms and shops, as well as other dowries and the property of your husband's family will all be yours to manage. Although you will always have enough staff when you get married, how to control your subordinates, how to manage personal relationships, and how to ensure the appreciation of your property are all skills."

Princess Chaogui and Princess Shuhe had both lived hard lives, and since Jiang Xinxin was willing to teach them everything she knew, they could only be grateful. The two girls worked harder and more seriously, and really helped Jiang Xinxin share a lot of the burden.

Noble Lady Chen and Concubine Xin could only send a lot of good things to Jingren Palace to express their gratitude. As for the other concubines, they had moved to Changchun Garden to live a carefree life as soon as the mourning period for the Empress Dowager ended.

Hearing that Princess Chaogui and Princess Shuhe were learning management from Jiang Xinxin these days, Concubine Jing quickly pushed Princess Wenshu over as well. She didn't ask her to learn anything, but only hoped that she could take advantage of the halo of being taught by the Queen. This would sound good when talking about marriage.

It's not that Concubine Jing had to be so shameless to come and take classes, but among the princesses in the palace, Princess Wenshu suffered the most. Princess Shuhe already had the reputation of being raised by the Queen. Although the third princess Hengti was still a commoner, she was raised by the Imperial Noble Concubine Dowager. The fourth princess Heng'er was even more so. Her biological mother, Concubine Chun, was a legitimate Manchu noble lady and her mother's family was quite powerful.

So after all the calculations, if Princess Wenshu cannot take advantage of the good reputation of being educated by the Queen, she will be completely inferior to others in future marriage proposals.

Princess Wenshu is also sensible. Although there are not many things she can do, she has learned a lot imperceptibly. After all, the most important part of Jiang Xinxin's teaching is asking questions. Many things can be clarified through questions and answers. Even though Princess Wenshu cannot fully understand at this moment, she is willing to listen to Concubine Jing's words and keep them in mind. As she grows older and gains more knowledge and experience, she will understand one day.

The election was over very quickly. This time, Big Fat Orange said that he would not bring anyone into the harem, so no one was brought in. The marriages of the royal family members were thus resolved. Many people got married, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs was very busy. Fortunately, a bidding model was adopted in the early years. Although Big Fat Orange had to spend a lot every year, at least half of it could be recovered.

There were many people getting married this year, and the number and complexity of related items to be purchased were numerous and complicated. Several young girls were drafted in to serve as soldiers, which really saved Jiang Xinxin a lot of effort.

After the election, Princess Chaogui got married successfully, and Princess Shuhe was sent to the imperial concubines in Changchun Garden. Concubine Jing gritted her teeth and sent Princess Wenshu there as well. Before she left, she tearfully persuaded Princess Wenshu: "Princess, you have seen a lot during the days you helped in Jingren Palace. The imperial concubines are not much worse than the Empress, and they are very willing to teach you. Princess, you are still young, don't be greedy for the prosperity of the palace."

Princess Wenshu reached out her hand to wipe Concubine Jing's tears, and in turn comforted Concubine Jing, "Don't worry, mother. I will study hard with the concubines. In a while, the emperor may also go to the Old Summer Palace. Then it will be convenient for me to reunite with you in the Old Summer Palace."

The mother and daughter said goodbye to each other reluctantly. Although Princess Wenshu was very old and not very sensible when she went to live with Concubine Jing, the people around her were all carefully selected for her by Concubine Cao, and Concubine Jing had not been replaced. In view of this, Princess Wenshu's favorability towards Concubine Jing, her cheap mother, was immediately maximized.

Even Concubine Jing didn't mind that Princess Wenshu was missing her biological mother, Concubine Cao, so Princess Wenshu had even more respect for her.