kvmb Chapter 39 Tong Jia - Forgetting Worries (17)
Chapter 39 Tong Jia - Forgetting Worries (17)
However, it wasn't a big deal. After all, this trip back wasn't to submit to Emperor Kangxi, nor was it to establish friendly relations.
"Emperor Xi Xuan of China greets Emperor Kangxi!" Xi Xuan was dressed in a black robe with a black bird motif, exuding an imposing aura that made it difficult for people to breathe.
Under this pressure, Kangxi never expected that this sixteen-year-old boy would have such a terrifying imperial aura, even surpassing him by three points.
He glanced at Wangyou and Erhe again, realizing that his momentary carelessness back then had created a formidable enemy for him, and now it would be difficult to hold their families accountable.
"I have prepared a banquet in the palace. We shall not leave until we are drunk!"
"it is good!"
Xi Xuan nodded and swaggered into the palace with a few personal guards. He wasn't afraid that Kangxi would play any tricks. After all, a million soldiers were not to be trifled with. Besides, some things had to be discussed in the palace!
Finally, she no longer had to kneel, nor did she have to call herself a servant. Wangyou was very happy. She was still happy to go to the palace to watch the play, as her son's fighting power was top-notch!
Tong Guogang and Lady Jueluo were still in a daze. They never expected that when they met again, their daughter would be the Empress Dowager and their son-in-law would be the Emperor Emeritus. The territory they had conquered was even larger than the Qing Dynasty.
The main reason Wangyou and Xixuan decided to return was that they were short-handed. As their territory expanded, they needed management talent.
Although many talented people have been recruited from the Qing Dynasty over the years, it is still far from enough. Therefore, Wangyou set her sights on several of Kangxi's sons.
It must be said that Emperor Kangxi was very good at raising his sons, but he was not a good father. He raised his sons like raising poisonous insects, and he ruined them all.
But any one of them is a talented individual. That old man Kangxi didn't recognize their worth. He should just focus on creating benefits for his son!
However, the best outcome would be to have Kangxi abdicate on his own and take over the Qing Dynasty without losing a single soldier. But if that's not possible, fighting is not out of the question. After all, her father, Tong Guogang, still holds considerable prestige in the army, and she believes that Tong Guogang will definitely stand on her side.
As for Orondai, Kuadai, and Fahai, Wangyou wasn't worried. After all, they were childhood friends, and if things got really bad, a beating wouldn't hurt.
As for Tong Guowei, Wangyou is uncertain, after all, his own daughter and grandson are in the palace!
However, in recent years, whether they have entered the army or participated in scientific research, at least half of the people in the court are the forces developed by Wangyou, and many generals in the army are also their people, so it would probably not be difficult to fight them.
After the banquet, Xi Xuan and Kangxi had a private talk. However, Xi Xuan left with a smile. After Xi Xuan left, the tables, chairs, and servants in Qianqing Palace suffered.
Prince He's Mansion, Yin Zhao.
"Xiao Linzi, you're one of your aunt's people, aren't you!"
"Yes, Your Highness!"
"You just admitted it like that!"
"Our master said that if you can guess our identities, we don't need to hide them; if you can't guess, we won't expose ourselves!" Xiao Linzi said neither humbly nor arrogantly.
"It's amazing that you've hidden yourself from me for twenty years. I never expected this. If it weren't for your aunt's return this time, and your somewhat impatient demeanor, I wouldn't have guessed it!" Yin Zhao sighed, impressed by his aunt's remarkable methods of cultivating talent.
But how could Yin Zhao know that Xiao Linzi didn't do it on purpose!
"If Your Highness wishes to send this servant away, this servant will have no objection!"
"I've been able to live peacefully all these years thanks to you all, both open and hidden attacks. I'm not ungrateful!"
Xiao Linzi didn't speak. His master's orders had already been given. If a fight broke out, they would betray him immediately!
"I ask you, how many people in this manor are my aunt's people!"
"This servant doesn't know either!"
"Fine, you may leave!" Yin Zhao knew he wouldn't get anything out of him, so he decided not to make himself suffer any longer.
……
"Son, did Emperor Kangxi agree?"
“Mother, what are you thinking? How could someone who raises her son like a venomous insect easily give up the throne? It will probably take some time to negotiate!” Xi Xuan’s tone was full of confidence and domineering.
"If all else fails, then fight. If you need any help, just tell your mother. I have plenty of men on my side!"
"Mother, don't worry, when I need you, I will definitely not be polite!"
"Alright, here's the token. It can be used to mobilize people at all levels in the Qing Dynasty. I won't bother you any longer!"
"Thank you, Mother!" Xi Xuan felt that having a mother who always thought of him was truly wonderful.
The family of three was happy, but the entire capital was filled with unease.
Half a month later, Kangxi issued an abdication edict, and Xixuan successfully succeeded to the throne. He had no choice but to abdicate because the Mongols were suppressed and the army was completely controlled. Kangxi had no choice but to abdicate with reluctance.
Thus, China was unified, and its people no longer needed to learn so many foreign languages. Kangxi's sons became Xixuan's employees, shining brightly in their respective positions.
Wangyou, Erhe, Tong Guogang, and Jueluo Shi moved into Peach Blossom Manor.
Xi Xuan originally wanted to ask his maternal grandfather for help, but his grandfather retired directly on the grounds of being too old. After all, he was too old to fight and didn't want to cause trouble for the child.
"Mother, please give me more younger brothers and sisters, I'm short of sons!"
"Get out of here! If you want talent, wait until you're eighteen to get married. Go have your own baby. Don't you think childbirth hurts?" Wangyou slapped him and said irritably.
"Then I'll just start the imperial examinations. Compulsory education should also be made more widespread. Mother, Father, please help me out!" Xi Xuan couldn't possibly manage such a large country all by himself, so he started thinking about his mother again.
This shameless person is actually acting cute!
"Alright, your father and I will keep an eye on the school!" Wangyou thought about it and agreed. After all, he only had one son, and he couldn't let him work himself to death.
Under the leadership of Wangyou and Erhe, compulsory education was carried out vigorously in various places. As for those who favored boys over girls, no problem, someone would teach them how to be good people.
Whether in her past life or this one, Xi Xuan has always been open to talented people, regardless of gender. As a result, more women have left their homes, broken free from the constraints of family, and started their own unique lives.
Xi Xuan got married at the age of eighteen. He married a noblewoman from a prestigious family. Her thoughts and vision were very compatible with Xi Xuan's. The two lived in harmony after their marriage and had three sons and one daughter. As for the court officials urging Xi Xuan to participate in the imperial concubine selection, he refused them all.
The monogamous system was quickly promulgated, and now the ministers began to worry about their own harems.
Moreover, Xi Xuan incorporated some provisions from the Qin law, which made the ministers even more apprehensive.
The entire Chinese nation unified the world with great strides and is thriving.
Xi Xuan reigned for sixty-two years, mainly because his sons, like their grandparents, all wanted to leave the country. With no other option, Xi Xuan had to stay a few more years, then carefully nurture one of his grandsons before finally abdicating.
After seeing Erhe off at the age of eighty-two, Wangyou also closed her eyes and passed away. However, time seemed to have been exceptionally kind to her, as she remained breathtakingly beautiful even in her eighties.
Following the will left by Wangyou, Xixuan cremated the two of them and buried them together. Although Xixuan was unwilling, it was his mother's last wish, and he could only obey.