Chapter 99
Su Xiaomei asked curiously: "Why is Your Majesty so sure that Qianlong will leave?" Her voice was clear, with a hint of doubt.
Li Qingge said slowly: "Although Qianlong likes to have fun, as the lord of the Qing Dynasty, he still cares about the Aixinjueluo family. When he was in Yangzhou before, he had a firm attitude, but when he saw me There is no way out here, and he is frightened by the power of the war boat, so he may adopt a roundabout strategy and want to start with my mother." Her voice was calm and firm, revealing a well-prepared confidence.
After hearing this, Su Xiaomei smiled and said: "Your Majesty is really good at predicting things. Now I feel relieved. I hope that Dayan will dominate the world as soon as possible and let the land of China stand proudly on top of the world." The look in her eyes Sparkling with longing and expectation for the future.
Li Qingge responded calmly: "That day will not be too far away. When Qianlong returns to Beijing, it will be the beginning of our final closing." Her eyes looked into the distance, as if she had already seen the victory in the future.
After saying that, she turned around and asked Amelia Su: "Has everything been arranged?" There was a hint of concern and inquiry in her voice.
Su Xiaomei quickly replied: "It has been arranged. Our people will sneak into the north along the border tunnels and lurk in the capital. Soon, we will be able to find out the family background of the princes, nobles and ministers. ." Her voice was firm and powerful, revealing a sense of confidence in the plan.
Li Qingge smiled softly: "Okay, when the abdication is settled, I will issue an edict to confiscate the houses. The guilty will be punished. Those who plunder the people's wealth and anointing will not be able to escape!" Her voice revealed. Show a sense of determination and justice. I remember that when Dayan was first founded, she implemented land reform, confiscated the property of many landlords, and distributed the land to farmers. Now this seems to have become a habit of hers. Whenever she encounters corrupt officials or powerful landlords, she will attack them mercilessly. As the power center of the Qing court in the north, there were even more corrupt officials and powerful landlords than in the south. This time she vowed to take advantage of them!
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After the imperial examination, the new scholars were assigned to various internships based on their results in the imperial examination, and were officially awarded official positions after the expiration of the period. As the first female scout in history, Du Ruolan was grateful to Li Qingge for her kindness and asked to see her before leaving Jinling.
That day, the weather was fine and the sun was shining brightly. In the koi pond in the Imperial Garden, various koi carps were swimming happily, as if they were also celebrating this beautiful day. Li Qingge wore a bright yellow dragon robe and a crown, revealing a kind of affinity in his majesty. She stood by the koi pond, smiling and waiting for Du Ruolan's arrival.
Du Ruolan was wearing a light green official uniform and an official hat, looking dignified and generous. She respectfully walked up to Li Qingge and gave a standard salute. Li Qingge turned sideways and said with a smile: "Miss Du...oh no, my name should be Du Aiqing now. Congratulations on becoming the first female flower scout in history." Her voice was gentle and kind, revealing a kind of appreciation for Du Ruolan. and encouragement.
Du Ruolan thanked me again and said, "I owe everything I have today to your Majesty's cultivation." There was a hint of gratitude and awe in her voice. She knew that in addition to her own talent and hard work, her ability to become the female beauty queen was inseparable from Li Qingge's appreciation and promotion.
Li Qingge waved his hand and said: "You are where you are today only because of your own talent and hard work, not because of any old relationship with me. As for Qi Zhigao, that guy who dared to break the law and kill himself, how can I tolerate him? Get away with it?" There was a sense of determination and justice in her voice. She knew that Qi Zhigao had framed Du Ruolan because of jealousy, and now she had severely punished him.
After a short pause, she asked Du Ruolan: "Where does Pan Xiaoming plan to send you for internship?" There was a hint of concern and inquiry in her voice.
Du Ruolan replied: "Yangcheng." Her voice was clear and firm. She knew that although Yangcheng was located in the land of Lingnan and was filled with miasma, and was often called the land of southern barbarians in the past, it was also one of the important cities in Dayan, with broad development prospects and opportunities.
After hearing this, Li Qingge said meaningfully: "Although the land of Lingnan is remote and difficult, it is also one of my territories in Dayan. Although you went there to intern as a flower explorer, although it seems that you are not talented, you are actually right. A kind of training and test for you. I believe you will be able to overcome difficulties and achieve better results." Her voice revealed a kind of expectation and encouragement for Du Ruolan. She knew that Du Ruolan was a woman with strong will and talent who could shine no matter where she was.
Du Ruolan smiled softly, her eyes shining with longing and determination for the future. Her voice was soft but carried a power that could not be ignored: "Don't you feel aggrieved? Although Yangcheng was not a prosperous place in the past, it is still a prosperous place in the past. In my eyes, it is like an uncut jade, containing infinite possibilities. Guangdong Province is centered on Yangcheng. The geographical location is unique and will definitely become an important hub for the development of the country. I have little knowledge, so it is a great honor and an important opportunity in my life to be sent there by Your Majesty.”
Li Qingge’s face. There was an expression of approval on her face, and her eyes were full of affirmation and expectation for Du Ruolan. She nodded lightly and said: "Okay! Don't care about the immediate gains and losses, and wait patiently for the opportunity. Your future is limitless. Du Ruolan, I admire your mind and foresight very much. I believe you will be able to flourish in Yangcheng. , and contribute to the prosperity of the country."
Du Ruolan felt a warm current in his heart when he felt Li Qingge's trust and encouragement. She said sincerely: "I have received the kindness of Your Majesty and given me the convenience in my career. I will never forget this kindness. I will definitely follow the example of the sages, put people's livelihood first, take the economy as the basis, dedicate myself to death, and work together until death." Work hard for the prosperity of Dayan.”
Li Qingge responded with a smile, her smile full of warmth and kindness: "You have such ambitions, I will never let you down. Take care of yourself along the way, and I look forward to seeing you again in the future. You have achieved extraordinary things and become one of the pillars of my Dayan." Talent!”
The two looked at each other and smiled, expressing their feelings for each other. Du Ruolan turned around and embarked on a road full of hope and bright future. Her back was firm and decisive, as if it foreshadowed that she would write her own glorious chapter in Yangcheng.
Let’s talk about Qianlong. He hurriedly set foot on his way back to Beijing. Returning from Jinling, there is a flat and wide asphalt road. The road surface is as smooth as a mirror. Even without the help of cars and horses, walking is as fast as the wind. But once entering the northern boundary, the situation is completely different.
The road in the north is completely different from the asphalt road in Jinling. The loess is flying here, and the rocks are everywhere. The carriage driving on it is unbearably bumpy. Although Qianlong, Yongqi, Erkang and others did not vomit, they were still miserable. Their faces turned pale due to the long-term bumps.
Yong Qi asked doubtfully: "Why is this road different from when we came here? It didn't feel so bumpy then." There was a hint of confusion and helplessness in his voice.
Ji Xiaolan sat in the corner of the carriage. He shook his head and replied: "The road is still the same, it has not changed. It's just that we were used to the flat and unobstructed roads in Dayan before, and now we find it difficult to walk on such a road. Adapt.”
In fact, this is not just a slight inconvenience, it is simply difficult to get used to. The carriage bumped on the loess, and every vibration seemed to shake people's bones apart. Little Yanzi and Ziwei were even more miserable. Their faces were pale and they clenched their teeth as if they would vomit at any time.
To make matters worse, it started raining heavily as soon as we entered the north. The rain poured down in torrents, washing the loess road into mud. The carriage was driving through the wilderness without even a place to take shelter from the rain. Everyone was trapped in the car, letting the rain soak their clothes, and everyone became drowned.
The rain hit the carriage, making a crackling sound, as if it was about to tear the carriage apart. Ertai was in a hurry to avoid the rain and accidentally drove his car into a pit. The entire carriage instantly lost its balance and fell to the ground. Qianlong, Xiao Yanzi and others were thrown out of the car and fell to the muddy ground.
"Your Majesty!" Yong Qi exclaimed and quickly crawled over to help Qianlong up. Qianlong was covered in mud and looked as miserable as a wild boar wallowing in dung. He was so angry that his face was livid, and he had never been so embarrassed in his life.
"How are the cement and asphalt roads in Dayan built?" Qianlong asked through gritted teeth. He missed the flat roads in Dayan very much at this moment. Think about the road in Dayan, and then look at the road in Daqing. They are completely different. In Dayan, the roads were flat and wide, and the cars and horses were flying; but in Daqing, they could only endure such bumps and mud.
"Ziwei, where are the sanitary napkins we bought? Are they wet?" Xiao Yanzi was extremely anxious when she thought of the things she had snapped up. She was worried that if the sanitary napkin was damaged, she would not be able to use it during menstruation. There was a hint of panic and uneasiness in her voice.
Ziwei smiled and comforted her: "It's okay. The store saw that we bought a lot and specially gave us waterproof bags. As long as we don't soak in water for a long time, there will be no problem." Her words With a hint of warmth and concern, Xiao Yanzi's heart calmed down a little.
In this sudden heavy rain, Qianlong and his party were in a panic. But their hearts are full of expectations and determination for the future. They know that as long as they return to the capital, they can regain their share of dignity and glory. And this heavy rain seemed to be testing their will and determination, making them appreciate everything they had hard-won even more.
Oh, that’s great! "Little Yanzi breathed a sigh of relief, and a relieved smile instantly bloomed on her delicate face, like the first flowers blooming in spring, bright and moving. She patted her chest gently, as if a heavy burden had been lifted off. , the whole person became much more relaxed. Xiao Yanzi was lively by nature. She is very active, and there always seems to be endless vitality in her body, just like countless little bugs crawling around. Her big and smart eyes always shine with curiosity and excitement, as if she is not moving for a day. The world is waiting for her to explore.
Especially during those few days of the month, she was in more unbearable pain than others. Her stomach ached as if there were thousands of needles pricking her, and she wanted to hit the wall to get relief. The helplessness and suffering left her with lingering fears every time she recalled it. However, after arriving in Jinling, she accidentally encountered the aunt's scarf specially designed for women, which really helped her escape from the sea of misery. When she came into contact with the soft and comfortable towel for the first time, she felt an indescribable gratitude in her heart. This little scarf, to Little Yanzi, is like the Guanyin Bodhisattva who saves people in distress, giving her endless comfort and warmth. She kept them carefully for fear of damage. If the scarves she had worked so hard to find were damaged by rain, she would definitely burst into tears. The loss and despair could not be described in words.
In the middle of the night, it suddenly started pouring rain, and the chickens and dogs were restless and noisy for a while. The rain was pouring down, making a crackling sound on the roof of the carriage, which made people feel irritable. Little Yanzi huddled in a corner of the carriage, holding those precious auntie towels tightly with both hands, for fear that they would get wet by the rain. Ertai and Erkang were busy outside, trying to repair the carriage that was soaked by the rain. Their figures were looming in the rain, making them look particularly difficult.
It was not until dawn that Ertai and the others finally repaired the carriage. The group embarked on the rugged road again, bumping for several days, and finally arrived in the capital. The gates of the capital city looked low and shabby in the morning light, as if telling the vicissitudes of time. Qianlong was sitting in the carriage, looking out through the gap in the curtains, and couldn't help but frown. There was a worried look on his face, and he was secretly thinking about the gap between the decline of the capital and the prosperity of the south.
After entering the city, Qianlong immediately smelled an unpleasant smell, which was the smell of sewage flowing across the city and smelly ditches. He opened the curtain and saw that the people outside were in ragged clothes, patched one after another, their faces were dull, their faces were sallow and their muscles were thin, and they looked very pitiful. They squat or sit, beg on street corners, or walk unsteadily while carrying heavy goods. On the other hand, those disciples of the Eight Banners were dressed gorgeously, riding horses and riding around the streets, playing with birds and girls, and looking leisurely and contented. Their laughter and cheers echoed in the streets, in sharp contrast to the sighs of the poor people.
Although Qianlong had seen such a scene before, he didn't pay too much attention. He knows that people are divided into noble and inferior, and it is common for people to be poor. However, this trip to Dayan allowed him to see the people in the south, especially the people in Jinling, living and working in peace and contentment, with bright eyes and full of vitality. Their faces are filled with happy smiles, and their lives are rich and comfortable. In comparison, the prosperity of the capital city is completely different from that of Jinling. Qianlong couldn't help but feel a sense of injustice in his heart, and he began to think about how to make his country so powerful.
Although Qianlong regarded himself as a wise king in the prosperous era of Kangxi and Qianlong, and believed that he was rare in the ages, compared with Li Qingge, the queen of Dayan, he suddenly felt that he was a bit ridiculous. Li Qingge's wise and courageous image emerged in his mind, and he was deeply admired by her governance concepts and policies. Qianlong realized that he still had a lot to learn and improve.
Ji Xiaolan saw that Qianlong was in a trance and seemed to be thinking about something, so he asked softly: "Your Majesty, do you want to summon the banner leaders to greet you?" Qianlong pondered for a while, shook his head and said, "No need. , Just go to the city." There was a sense of exhaustion and helplessness in his voice, as if he had taken everything for granted.
In the past, Qianlong always liked to show off when traveling, allowing officials to pick him up and the people to kneel down to welcome him. But now he felt disgraced and no longer had such thoughts. He sighed deeply and looked into the distance through the curtains, his heart filled with confusion and worry about the future.
He also specially told Ji Xiaolan: "The affairs of Dayan should be kept secret to prevent chaos." Ji Xiaolan responded solemnly: "I obey the decree!" He knew well that Dayan was strong and the people were happy. and the prosperity of the country were unmatched by the Qing Dynasty. If the people in the north knew about the beautiful life in the south, they would definitely feel dissatisfied and dissatisfied, and they would all ask Queen Dayan to govern them. When the time comes, the Qing Dynasty will collapse on its own without Da Yan taking action. Such a major event was related to the survival of the Qing Dynasty. How could Ji Xiaolan dare to leak it so easily?
So this group of people quietly went south and returned, hardly attracting anyone's attention. They seemed like a group of passers-by, coming and going in a hurry. After Qianlong returned to the Forbidden City, he took a short rest, changed his clothes, and immediately rushed to Kunning Palace to visit the queen. He was worried about the queen and wanted to know if she was well. At the same time, he also wanted to share with her what he had seen and heard during this trip south.
In Kunning Palace, the queen was sitting quietly in front of the window, holding a book in her hand but not reading it. Her eyes were empty and confused, as if she was thinking about something. Qianlong walked gently into the house, and when he saw the queen's appearance, he couldn't help but feel pity in his heart. He walked up to the queen, gently held her hand, and asked gently: "Queen, what's wrong with you? Are you worried about something?"
The queen raised her head and saw Qianlong coming back, There was a hint of surprise on his face. She smiled slightly and said, "Your Majesty, are you back? I'm fine, I just miss you a little." Her voice was gentle and delicate, like the spring breeze blowing on her face.
After hearing the queen's words, Qianlong felt a warm current in his heart. He held the queen's hand tightly and said: "I miss you too, queen. During this trip south, I saw many things I had never seen before, and I also understood a lot of truths. I think we should work harder. Governing the country locally and letting the people live a better life"
After hearing Qianlong's words, the queen's eyes flashed with appreciation. She gently nestled in Qianlong's arms and said: "Your Majesty, I believe you will be able to do it. I will always be by your side to support you and help you."
The two of them They hugged each other quietly like this, as if they were the only two people left in the whole world. The sunlight outside the window shone on them through the curtains, giving them a golden glow. In this warm and peaceful moment, they seemed to have forgotten all their troubles and sorrows, leaving only each other's heartbeats and breathing echoing in their ears. Queen, you have worked really hard these days when I am not in the palace. Are your body and bones all healed now? "Qianlong's words were full of tenderness, and the deep affection in his eyes seemed to melt the ice in winter. He gently held the queen's hand. Although the hands were slightly rough due to hard work, they were still in his hands. In the eyes, it is the most precious treasure in the world
Alas, even I have to give in to the royal rules and the majesty of the princess. In this palace, power and status are like an invisible net, tightly binding everyone. But I understand that no matter how noble your status is, you must first be a good friend to the queen before you can talk about anything else. I have always kept this feeling deep in my heart and have never revealed it easily.
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. My concubine's illness has improved!" The Queen felt the Emperor's care, and her heart felt warm, as if there was a warm current flowing through her body. She lowered her head slightly, her eyes shining with gratitude, feeling that her previous hard work had finally paid off. She believes that as long as you treat each other sincerely, no matter how hard the stone is, it can be influenced. She waited patiently, believing that the emperor's heart would eventually return to her. God seemed to care for her and gave her this opportunity to regain a place in the emperor's heart.
When the emperor was away, although the queen looked calm as water, her inner joy was like flowers blooming in spring, gorgeous and warm. Even though the Queen Mother and the Emperor are not here, she is the most noble person in the harem. This dignity comes not only from her status, but also from her inner firmness and self-confidence. Although your concubine was at the side to attend to the illness, the queen was not well and she could not feel at ease. The anxiety and uneasiness, like the chirping of cicadas in summer, linger in my mind all the time.
A while ago, the queen used all her strength to suppress her concubine, not allowing her any chance to breathe. Later, she showed the majesty of the queen in the middle palace, reorganized the harem, and eliminated the concubine's gang members. At that moment, her eyes were like sharp blades, making everyone afraid to look directly at her. The concubine's years of management were wiped out overnight, and she was so angry that her menstruation came early. The queen finally won the harem battle, but there was no joy in her heart, only endless exhaustion and relief.
The queen does have her own way of managing the harem. The reason why I couldn't defeat your concubine in the past was because your concubine was good at pretending to be pitiful and the emperor always believed in her. Every time the queen blamed the concubine, the concubine could shift the responsibility to the emperor, making the emperor mistakenly think that the queen was out of jealousy. Now without the protection of the emperor, the concubine and the empress would face each other head-on, and naturally they would lose completely. This contest made the queen understand a truth more clearly: in the palace, although power and status are important, wisdom and strategy are more important.
"It'll be fine!" On the way back to the palace, Qianlong kept thinking about the queen's illness. He knew very well that if the queen had any shortcomings, the strong woman Li Qingge would definitely be furious. At that time, he might have to die for his country to appease her anger and preserve the foundation of the Aixinjueluo family. Now that the queen is in good health, he can finally breathe a sigh of relief. This relaxation and relief was like a heavy burden being lifted off him, making him feel extremely comfortable.
The queen immediately ordered the maid to serve tea, and the maid quickly brewed a pot of fragrant tea. Qianlong took a sip from the tea cup and praised it profusely: "Good tea! The Queen's tea-making skills are getting more and more sophisticated." His eyes were full of admiration and surprise, as if he had discovered some rare treasure.
The queen was stunned when she heard this. The tea was clearly brewed by the palace maid, so why would the emperor blame her for the false praise? But she still responded with a smile: "Thank you for the compliment, Your Majesty. How do you feel about Your Majesty's southern tour?" Her smile was gentle and reserved, like the warm sunshine in spring, making people feel extremely comfortable and at ease.
Qianlong put down his tea cup and sighed: "Since I came to the throne, I have always implemented benevolent government and loved the people as my own children. (The author snickered on the side: Oh, these words are really narcissistic!). I always think that I pioneering The prosperous days of Kangxi and Qianlong were glorious for thousands of years, but when I saw it in Dayan, I realized that there is a world outside the world, and there are people outside the world. Compared with other people in the Qing Dynasty..." His tone was full of emotion and helplessness, as if he had doubts about his achievements. .
After hearing this, the queen felt as sweet as honey, just like the mother who heard the teacher praise her children in later generations. She took over the conversation with a smile: "Your Majesty is so humble. Your martial arts and martial arts skills are as good as those of Emperor Kangxi. Who in the world can match you?" Her voice was gentle but firm, as if she was cheering for the Emperor.
Qianlong smiled and shook his head: "There are talented people from generation to generation, and a new generation replaces the old ones. I am already old, but fortunately these new talents are the blood of our Aixinjueluo family. Their excellence is also the glory of our family..." His eyes flashed with expectations and hopes for the future, as if he saw the future of the Qing Dynasty waving to them.
Speaking of this, Qianlong held the queen's hand emotionally. The hands were slightly old due to the baptism of time, but they were tightly clasped together at the moment, as if they wanted to convey each other's feelings to each other. "Queen, do you know how happy I am? I want to tell the world and let everyone know!" His voice was low and powerful, as if he wanted to share this joy with the world.
Hearing the emperor's words, the queen felt a warm current in her heart. She knew that the Emperor's trust and dependence on her was her greatest support. She snuggled gently next to the emperor, and her warmth and sweetness was like the warm sunshine of spring, filling the entire palace. At this moment, she seemed to have forgotten all her troubles and sorrows, and just wanted to spend the rest of her life with the emperor until she grew old.
Although the Queen longed for the Emperor's favor and deeply cared about the love between her children, whenever the interests of her children were involved, she felt as if she had been doused with cold water and instantly became extra sober. and vigilance. The pair of eyes that were usually as gentle as water were shining with perseverance at this moment, as if they could see through everything.
She deliberately pretended not to understand, with a faint smile on her lips, and said to the emperor: "Your Majesty is wise and mighty, and your sons and grandsons are naturally outstanding. Why do I need my concubine to talk too much? "After saying that, she gently flicked her sleeves, her movements elegant and calm, as if she had everything under control.
After hearing this, the emperor was speechless for a moment. He stared at the queen, thinking to himself. He knew in his heart that the queen was straightforward and didn't like to beat around the bush, so he decided to directly explain his purpose. But before that, he wanted to give the queen a small gift to make her happy and to pave the way for the next conversation.
So, the emperor smiled and said to the queen: "During my southern tour this time, I specially brought something rare to the queen. Do you want to see it?" His voice was gentle and full of temptation, just like the box. What is hidden inside is not an item, but endless surprises.
After saying that, he clapped his hands, and a eunuch slowly walked in holding a shining golden box. The box was inlaid with red and blue gems, which were sparkling and beautiful, as if they could light up the entire palace. The eunuch carefully placed the box on the table and stepped aside.
The emperor opened the box and took out a small transparent bottle. The bottle was small and exquisite, with delicate patterns carved on the bottle. When the button on it was pressed lightly, a delicious fragrance spread out, filling the entire palace in an instant.
"Come on, try this. Does it smell good?" the emperor asked the queen, with a proud smile on his face, as if he had made the perfume himself.
The queen looked at the bottle of perfume and couldn't help feeling a little emotional. Isn't this just perfume? A few months ago, Li Qingge had given her a whole box. The packaging was more exquisite than this one, and the fragrance was more unique. She thought of Li Qingge, that girl, who always brought some novel things, allowing her to find a little fun in this boring palace life.
Although she felt a little regretful, the queen still pretended to be surprised and said: "It smells so good. Is this perfume? I have never seen such an exquisite perfume before!" Hers The voice was full of surprise and curiosity, as if this was really the first time she had seen perfume.
The emperor nodded and said with satisfaction: "Yes, it is perfume. In the past, all we have seen are made of flowers or spices. This is a rare treasure, even in Dayan. It’s rare. I leave it to you specially.”
What the emperor didn’t say is that this perfume is actually very popular in Dayan. Most of it is scented like jasmine and rose, and the price is not expensive. But those complex and high-end perfumes are still hard to find, expensive and require advance booking. It took a lot of effort for him to buy this bottle of perfume this time.
What the emperor didn't know was that the store where he bought the perfume was actually invested and opened by Li Qingge. It was sold in limited quantities to outsiders, but to Li Qingge's mother, the queen, she was generous and sent a whole box of it, with various fragrances. Li Qingge is always like this, he can bring surprise and warmth to people seemingly inadvertently.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, I really like it!" Although the queen paid more attention to the emperor's wishes, she was still very happy to receive the gift. She gently took the bottle of perfume and looked at it carefully, as if looking at a rare treasure.
The Queen is a person who values love over things. Even if the Emperor gives her a few wild flowers, she will feel his deep affection. At this moment, she looked at the emperor with eyes full of gratitude and tenderness, as if this bottle of perfume was a witness to the emotion between them.
The emperor felt warm in his heart when he saw the queen happy. He stretched out his hand, gently held the queen's hand, and said with emotion: "Queen, you have worked really hard to manage the harem for so many years. I know that the affairs of the harem are complicated, and it is not easy for you to handle them in an orderly manner."
< br>The queen said humbly: "It is my duty to share your Majesty's worries and solve your problems. How can I say anything about hard work? As long as Your Majesty can be happy, I will be satisfied." Her voice was gentle but firm, as if it could melt everything. Ice and snow.
The emperor was even more moved after hearing this. He held the Queen's hand tightly, as if he wanted to put all his gratitude and apology into this gesture. He sighed and said: "Just like a fish drinking water, only you know whether it is warm or cold. I see the queen's hard work and remember it in my heart. The position of queen is both a blessing and a responsibility for you. It is also a great comfort and support for me."
After hearing this, the queen lowered her head slightly, with a trace of complicated emotions flashing in her eyes. She understood what the emperor meant and knew the responsibilities on her shoulders. But what she hopes more is that the emperor can give her more understanding and support, instead of just seeing her as a tool to manage the harem.
The emperor seemed to be aware of the queen's emotional changes, but he did not say it directly. He was silent for a while, then suddenly felt melancholy, and sighed and said: "Although I am the emperor, my blessings may not be profound. People in the world think that the emperor is omnipotent, but who knows that my wish is actually very simple, that is, I hope that my husband and wife will be harmonious. , Children are filial, brothers are friendly, and the family and country are peaceful."
When the queen heard the words "family and country are peaceful," she immediately understood what the emperor meant. When she first entered the palace, she thought that the emperor was so kind to her because of old feelings, but she didn't expect that in the end he still considered it for the sake of the Qing Dynasty. She couldn't help but feel a touch of loss and helplessness in her heart. She knew that as a queen, she must shoulder this responsibility, solve the emperor's problems, and contribute her own strength to the Qing Dynasty.
The queen's heart gradually cooled down and she did not want to continue this topic any more. She silently picked up the bottle of perfume and lightly sprinkled it on her clothes. The fragrance filled the air instantly, as if it could take away the troubles and sorrows in her heart. She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, then slowly opened her eyes and looked at the emperor again.
The emperor looked at the queen's actions and couldn't help feeling a little guilty. He knew that what he just said might have made the queen a little unhappy. But he also understood that as an emperor, he must always put the overall situation first. He gently patted the queen's hand and comforted: "Queen, I know your hard work and dedication. I will always be by your side to support you and understand you."
The queen listened. These words comforted me a little. She looked into the emperor's eyes, which were full of sincerity and care. She nodded gently, and then said: "I know your Majesty's thoughts. I will continue to work hard, solve your Majesty's worries, and contribute my own strength to the Qing Dynasty."
The emperor listened. These words moved my heart even more. He held the Queen's hand tightly, as if he wanted to put all his gratitude and apology into this gesture. They just looked at each other silently, as if the whole world had stopped. After a while, the emperor slowly said: "Queen, I really feel at ease with you by my side. I hope you can always stay with me to witness the prosperity and prosperity of the Qing Dynasty."
The emperor sat on the dragon chair in the imperial study, holding his hands on the armrests, and let out a long sigh. The sigh echoed in the empty study and seemed particularly heavy. His face was full of worry and his brows were furrowed, as if he had endless worries weighing on his heart. He looked through the window lattice to the gloomy sky outside, but in his heart he longed for the harmony and tranquility at home.
"In my heart, I hope that my family will be in harmony," the emperor's voice was low and magnetic, with a hint of sadness that was not easy to detect, "but things always don't go as planned. Seeing that As the head of the family, how can I just watch it fall apart? Queen, are you willing to help me?”
The queen stood beside the emperor, and her face immediately became serious after hearing this. She was wearing a gorgeous phoenix robe and a golden phoenix crown, looking dignified and majestic. However, beneath her serious face, there was a complicated heart hidden.
"The harem is not allowed to interfere in politics. This is a rule handed down from our ancestors. How can I dare to violate it easily?" The queen's voice was cold and firm, with unquestionable determination. She was actually quite puzzled. She didn't know what the emperor had experienced with Dayan, why his attitude suddenly changed, and he was eager to use the friendship between family and country to mend the rift between the two countries. The plan behind this is not simple.
The queen thought, she hadn’t figured out the ins and outs of the whole thing, so how could she dare to agree so easily? She recalled that Yongzheng's mother, Wu Yashi, was too impatient and wanted to win the title of Iron Hat King for her young son. As a result, there was a deep rift between mother and son, which could not be resolved until her death. People's hearts are made of flesh. Even if blood is thicker than water, you have to work hard. If you insist on forcing it, it will alienate your loved ones.
Now that the queen has her own daughter, she naturally doesn’t want to make the same mistake in this matter. So, she used the reason that "the harem is not allowed to interfere in politics" to politely refuse the emperor, hoping that the emperor would understand her difficulties.
However, the emperor smiled slightly, and there was a hint of cunning in that smile that was not easy to detect. "The old rule that the harem is not allowed to interfere in politics should have been changed long ago." The emperor's voice was gentle but firm, as if telling an irresistible fact, "Now there are women who are in power at the court. Please check with your family. What does it matter? Moreover, what I am talking about are all family matters, not state affairs. You are the queen and the mother of the Qing Dynasty, and your worries are my worries. "
As the emperor spoke, his eyes moved and he looked at the queen with a smile on his face, his eyes full of expectation and trust. He continued: "The strength of the Great Yan is truly unprecedented. Even the bravery of Mongolia has eclipsed it. The Great Qing is as gentle as water, while the Great Yan is as hot as fire. Water and fire may seem difficult to tolerate, but there are always There is a way to go, either water extinguishes the fire, or the fire evaporates the water. But what I hope is that the two can complement each other. Queen, do you understand?"
When the queen heard this, her face suddenly changed. changed. In her mind, she is like the villain of Princess Huanzhu, prone to overthinking. When the emperor said that water and fire blend together, did he want her to persuade Li Qingge to give up his country's title, surrender to the Qing Dynasty, and let the two countries become one? How is this possible! It is already very difficult for Li Qingge's character to accommodate Aixinjueluo family. How could he still be willing to give up half of his country?