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I asked the Emperor a question that had been lingering in my heart for a long time, and that was whether the Emperor would find me old. I was the oldest girl in the palace, so this had always been a sore spot in my heart. The Emperor had given me a beautiful answer, whether it was true or false, but at that moment I was truly very happy!

During Rong'er's visit to the south, Fourth Brother Yin was sent out of the imperial harem after his sixth birthday. He stayed with Yin Wei and Zhi Zhi, and Yin Jing left. The Imperial Noble Concubine Yi was reluctant to part with him, and his body was not feeling well anymore. The empress dowager often came to see him, knowing that she missed her child. Xuande did not seem to be too sad, but on this trip south with Xuande Rong'er, Xuande had a feeling, that it was a long journey. She often mentioned that she missed Yin Yin and worried that he didn't eat well and drink well. However, she never mentioned a single word about Fourth Brother. So Yin Xin probably wasn't close to her either. Hot, so she gave all her motherly love to Yinqiao.

December, Emperor Xian's Sacrifice Day. Xuan Ye led the various kings and ministers, the ministers and guards of the Ministry, as well as others to the Xiao Ling Palace to personally pay respects and toast the wine. He also led everyone to the memorial hall for the filial empress and the filial empress to have a drink while the two imperial concubines, Imperial Noble Concubine Yi and Imperial Concubine Wen accompanied the empress dowager.

In the blink of an eye, Kangxi's 24 years of New Year was over, yet Xuanye was unhappy. Northern Russia had invaded the borders of the Great Qing Dynasty and occupied the city of Yaxa, and when the former emperor had gone to war with the army, Xuanye had decided to send troops to Yaxa in December of 21. In return, Kangxi decided that it would be inappropriate to send troops to Yaxa in the first year of the year, when Xuanye had dispatched more than 1,500 soldiers to the Heilongjiang River to station. This time, Xuan Ye was truly unable to tolerate the impudence of a thief. He ordered General Peng Di to make a small note: This person is Third Brother Zhi Yin's father-in-law, just an explanation. There's no other meaning to it. Zhang went to Aiyi and was responsible for reclaiming Yaksha.

Rong'er clearly remembered the night when Xuan Ye had taken back the Yaksha decree. Xuan Ye had called her at night, and Xuan Ye had been sitting at the table in the pavilion, frowning as he looked at the paper. Rong'er had been sitting by his side in silence, feeling sorry for him. After an unknown amount of time had passed, Xuan Ye put down the paper and looked up at Rong'er, his face somewhat exhausted. He said softly, "Rong'er, I know there are many things I want to see tonight, but I want to see you. You won't blame me if you keep me company here."

"Your majesty, as long as chenqie can sit like this and watch the emperor, chenqie will be satisfied." Xuan Ye smiled at Rong'er, but didn't say anything. He continued to bury his head in the imperial reports.

For so many years, Rong'er had been told, and she knew that the Emperor didn't summon his concubines to sleep with him every night. The Emperor was a very devoted emperor, and often worked until very late on national affairs, and sometimes she would be called over to sit with the Emperor until very late. Go and let her sleep. However, Rong'er later discovered that as long as she didn't sleep, she could wake up and wait for Xuan Ye to finish his business. Xuan Ye would then chat with her and talk a lot of things to her, so Rong'er would not let herself fall asleep, no matter how tired she was, she would not allow herself to fall asleep.

About an hour later, Xuan Ye closed the last imperial report. Rong'er walked up to Xuan Ye and gently rubbed her shoulders. "Your Imperial Majesty, you must be very tired."

"I'm not tired. I'm used to it. Last year, when we were in Jiangnan, a senior scholar asked me to read until late at night. "My body can't take it. I think I've been studying since I was five. I've enjoyed reading, and after that, I've ascended the throne to take charge of the palace and read it every night. I'm responsible for this, so why would I feel tired?" "It was all because of you that you slept so late tonight."

"Chenqie doesn't sleep at night, and she still spends her days in bed. This is different from the emperor, chenqie truly feels sorry for the emperor." Ronger whispered.

Xuan Ye smiled and held Rong'er's hand as he said softly, "Rong'er, I have something on my mind again."

"Chenqie knows. Otherwise, His Majesty wouldn't have sent chenqie over when there were papers to read." Rong'er replied softly.

Xuan Ye gently pulled Rong'er to sit beside him, embracing him as he softly said, "That's right. We've already been married for more than ten years, how could we not know of my habits? Rong'er, we're going to war again."

"Are they going to fight again?" Rong'er looked up and asked softly.

"That's right, Rong'er, it's not that I love to fight, it's just that there's nothing I can do about it. Since the time of the previous Emperor, this Raksha Kingdom has repeatedly disturbed our borders." Xuan Ye said with slight anger.

"Your majesty, chenqie supports you. Daqing will definitely win the battle!" He wanted her support, even though it was just on the surface. In these past few years, she and the emperor had never had too many sweet words to say to each other, and the emperor also hadn't been a very talkative person. However, this tacit agreement was contained within their silence.

"Rong'er, thank you!" But aside from the emperor, he also had a heart of a mortal. He was truly grateful, as long as it was just a look, as long as it was an expression, there would be people who would understand you, and there would be people who would understand you. This kind of feeling would truly make people feel grateful.

"Your majesty, it's getting late. Let's rest." Rong'er's face turned red. Faint softly said.

"Alright!" Xuan Ye nodded and stood up.

Rong'er also stood up and went to the door, calling out, "The emperor is about to go to bed. Bring in some water."

All these years, the head of the palace maids was still Aunt Ning, but the other palace maids were frequently swapped, and many of them were no longer familiar with Rong'er, but amongst them, Rong'er saw Yuan Yi. This was the first time Rong'er had seen her since returning to the palace, and when she saw her, she was dressed in Chinese clothing.

"Relying on others." Rong'er called out softly.

"This servant greets Imperial Concubine Rong." Others bowed to Rong'er with smiles on their faces.

Rong'er nodded and said softly, "They've already arranged to sleep."

"It was arranged in a few days." The person said softly.

Xuan Ye was washing his face, and when he saw Rong'er and Yi Tian speak, he looked up and interrupted them, "Oh, when people first entered the Palace, Zhen forgot to tell them and was arranged to do some rough work. A few days ago, I told Aunt Ning to accompany her directly to the palace.

Rong'er smiled and looked at his servant. "Since the emperor appreciates you so much, then you must wholeheartedly serve the emperor."

"We should do our best." A faint smile appeared on Yuan Yi's face. Under the dim yellow candlelight, he appeared exceptionally beautiful. Rong'er couldn't help but feel a trace of melancholy in his heart. Xuan Ye turned his head and saw Rong'er's expression. He shook his head and smiled.

After Xuan Ye had washed up and left the palace maids, Xuan Ye gently pulled Rong'er to the bedside and said with a smile, "Rong'er, do you think that I am an imbecile monarch?"

"Your Majesty, why do you say that? Your concubine has never thought of it this way. " Rong'er looked at Xuan Ye, puzzled.

"Rong'er, not all beautiful women will be favored by me, so Yuan Yi will not become my woman." Xuan Ye said softly.

"Your Majesty …" "Chenqie didn't think like that …" Being seen through by Xuan Ye, Rong'er felt a bit embarrassed and quietly lowered his head.

In fact, I know that Jiang Nan has brought Yuan Yi back this time, and everyone is guessing that she is the woman that I have brought back. All the concubines that I have met are trying to beat around the bush, but Rong'er, you and Imperial Concubine De went to Jiangnan with me, so we know why I brought her back, so you shouldn't make wild guesses. "

"Yes, Your Majesty, chenqie was in the wrong. However, even if Your Majesty likes to depend on others, it's only right for you to favor her. No one would dare to criticize Your Majesty." Rong'er felt happy in her heart, but she continued speaking.

Xuan Ye smiled bitterly. "Aren't we having enough harem people yet? Have you forgotten what I said to you before the southern patrol? I am not an imbecile monarch. Rong'er, you should know that my harem has so many concubines, it's all because of my helplessness. " Xuan Ye paused for a moment before asking softly, "It's another year of the year's talent show, isn't it?"

Rong'er nodded as he thought to himself somewhat gloomily, "The Triennial Competition is about to come again, and it's about time for a woman to enter the palace …"

Xuan Ye lightly caressed Rong'er's cheek and said softly, "I have already decided that I will not select any concubine to enter the palace for this year's selection!"

Rong'er raised his head to look at Xuan Ye, and Xuan Ye continued, "I don't need these imperial concubines to serve as my means of rallying the fallen subjects. I've resolved the war in the south and recaptured Taiwan. Who would dare to disobey me?"

Rong'er was a little touched. When she looked up, Xuan Ye's face was already within reach, but he still couldn't help but blush. Under the dim yellow candlelight, the north wind of the capital was blowing outside, but inside the house, there was only warmth …

"Your Majesty …" Do you think that your concubine is old? "

"How could that be …?" "I won't be old, and you won't be old either …"