My father-in-law is Kangxi

Chapter 1763 Why

By the time the Seventeenth Princess and the Nineteenth Prince resumed their marriage, it was already the end of the month.

On October 26, the emperor stayed in Daxing and was about to return to the palace.

The Ninth Prince said to Shushu, "Sir, do you want to submit a petition to ask for leave?"

These days, Shushu's heart has been up and down, and so has the Ninth Prince.

The little bit of weight I had just gained back after my northern tour was all lost again.

The Ninth Prince was still furious.

Those who are capable should work harder, but it also depends on the time.

When the couple were worried sick at home, the emperor sent the seventeenth princess and the nineteenth prince over without asking any questions. It was too much trouble.

For most of the past month, the couple has not had a good night's sleep.

Shushu felt a little distressed when she saw Ninth Prince. Thinking about the fact that the imperial physician had checked his pulse and said that Ninth Prince had been feeling a little weak recently, she said, "Then it would be good to rest for a while, and Master should also take care of himself."

The Ninth Prince thought that with the emperor's return, his "sealed mansion" would also come to an end, so he coughed lightly and said, "There is some bad news. I didn't tell you a while ago because I didn't want to scare you..."

After hearing this, Shushu's expression changed and he asked, "Is it from Ama and Enie's side?"

The Ninth Prince hurriedly shook his head and said, "It's not our family's business, it's someone else's..."

At this point, he paused and continued, "The eldest princess of the third brother's family died of smallpox, and the thirteenth princess of Sunu Beizi's mansion is also gone. The smallpox epidemic has not completely passed, and it is not easy to send invitations to my father-in-law and mother-in-law. The second brother's wedding date can only be chosen another day..."

Shushu was stunned.

The eldest princess of Prince Cheng's Mansion was weak when she was young, but she was carefully taken care of for several years.

There are also thirteen princesses in Sunu Beizi’s mansion, all of whom are of marriageable age.

It’s not surprising that Zhuliang changed the date.

He is the eldest son of the Dong E family and also the inheritor of a title, so his wedding must be a grand one.

But there are too many elderly people with white skin and the smallpox epidemic has not yet passed, so it is not appropriate to gather together.

"Third sister-in-law is going to be uncomfortable..."

Shushu sighed and said.

Although this smallpox epidemic was fierce, the casualties were the least because the royal descendants were already old and had been infected with smallpox.

I just didn't expect that the one on the wheel would be Prince Cheng's Mansion.

"Not only did she lose her daughter, but she also had to spend the rest of her life in confinement..."

The Ninth Prince added, "This is too frequent childbirth. It's probably because she didn't take good care of her body before. She's almost catching up with the eldest sister-in-law. The eldest sister-in-law gave birth to four daughters in five years, which damaged her health. The third sister-in-law also gave birth to four children in six years..."

Shushu asked about the Seventh Lady, and she said there was also a weak little princess there.

The Ninth Prince said, "Don't worry, everything is fine. The Seventh Prince has also arranged for them to be vaccinated on the eighth day of the first lunar month."

Shu Shu said, "When I get a job, I'll ask the Imperial Hospital if there are any families who didn't survive the vaccination."

The number of participants in early smallpox vaccine trials was not large.

During this epidemic, a large number of smallpox vaccines should have been released.

Can this better verify the role of vaccinia?
The Ninth Prince nodded and said, "I was thinking about this, too. After this incident, I guess no one will dare to take chances anymore. All the children of the Eight Banners will probably be vaccinated. I just don't know how long the older ones can hold out."

During the reign of Emperor Taizu, smallpox broke out frequently in the capital, occurring every three to five years.

However, the inspection is strict and most of them are minor outbreaks.

The last time there was a major epidemic like this year was in the 26th year of the reign of Emperor Kangxi.

The previous time was the 21st year of Emperor Kangxi’s reign.

Although the elderly who survived the previous smallpox epidemic did not dare to get vaccinated, they were mostly hoping for a lucky break.

"More than 3,000 people died in the Eight Banners, and half of them were over 60 years old..." said the Ninth Prince.

However, I cannot empathize with other people's sadness when I hear it.

Knowing that everyone in the family is safe and sound, Shushu feels at ease.

The Ninth Prince mentioned the Su Nu Bei Zi Mansion and said, "According to the rules, Xiao San and the Thirteenth Princess exchanged the Engagement Letter. There are two ways to deal with the Thirteenth Princess's funeral. One is a funeral, and the other is a simple burial."

Shu Shu was stunned after hearing this and said, "Buried in the Dong E family's blessed land?"

The Thirteenth Princess has already reached the age of marriage, so she is not considered deceased. The marriage between the two families has been planned for two or three years, and Shushu has also met his future sister-in-law.

I sympathize with her death at a young age due to illness, but we cannot sacrifice the living to save the dead.

If the Thirteenth Princess is really to be buried in the Dong E family, then the mistress will become the second wife.

Which good girl would be willing to be someone's second wife?
At that time, you will have to choose a relative from a family of lower status.

The Ninth Prince said, "It depends on what the two families say..."

*
Daxing Palace.

Kangxi looked at the third prince who was ordered to come to pick him up and did not give him a good look at all.

Sweat broke out on the Third Prince's forehead.

Although I knew I would be scolded, I was still frightened when it came to it.

When the Third Prince saw the letter of greeting a few days ago asking him to go to Daxing alone to receive the emperor, he had a bad feeling.

If there were many princes coming to welcome the emperor, Khan Ama would save some dignity for himself in front of his younger brothers.

What good can come from this order involving me?
Kangxi saw his fear and became even more angry: "Even a tiger won't eat its own cubs. Are you worthy of being my father?!"

The third prince didn't dare to stand any longer and knelt down with a plop.

"It's my son who is a bastard and didn't think things through..."

"Hmph! Not considerate? Isn't it quite considerate? Why didn't Prince Gong ask other people to borrow the imperial physician, but only asked you for it? Isn't it because you are considerate, polite and popular in daily life?" Kangxi snorted coldly.

The Third Prince felt a chill on his back, and dared not to defend himself, and said honestly: "My son's title has been up and down in the past few years, and he made a lot of mistakes in the past, becoming a joke. He was afraid that others would look down on him, and he was afraid of offending people, so he acted stupidly."

Kangxi's expression improved slightly when he saw that he did not use sweet words.

"It seems that you are not short of offspring. You made a foolish mistake in one go and lost your eldest daughter, and also the blood in your wife's belly!"

More than half a month had passed since the incident, but when the Third Prince heard about it, he was still very upset and choked up, "Father, I am upset..."

Seeing him like this, Kangxi did not feel pity, but disgust, and said: "Are you upset? It's not because you are indulgent. First get rid of the legitimate daughter, then the legitimate son, to make room for your favorite concubine's child!"

He thought of the princes and princesses who had died early in the palace.

There are those who died of smallpox.

Is it a natural disaster or a man-made disaster?
It is even more alarming that it is now unclear.

The third prince kowtowed and said, "Father, I dare not do that. I am not a beast!"

Kangxi stared at the Third Prince and said, "Whether Tian was innocent or not, your eldest daughter did die because of Tian's daughter. Tian is not allowed to request a title of concubine. Her son does not need to be given a title, and her daughter is not allowed to request a title either!"

Third Prince: “…”

"What? You can't bear to part with it?" Kangxi became more and more annoyed.

Although he had discovered that several clans were restless in recent years, there were more than just one or two bondservant families with great ambitions.

Originally, his most trusted relatives and bondservants were now the ones he was wary of.

Not to mention the palace, just the backyards of the Crown Prince and the other princes, whenever there is trouble, it is these bondservants who are the instigators.

The Third Prince shook his head and said, "No, my son is just soft-hearted. He thought that Tian was his first woman, so he didn't discipline her properly."

Seeing that he was listening to his lesson, Kangxi said, "How can you clean up the world if you can't even clean up your own house? You always want to muddle through it, but can you get away with it?"

Although he did not like the incompetence of the Third Wife, he could not stand the fact that his son really favored his concubine over his wife.

Hierarchy is irreversible.

I just didn't expect that the Third Prince was so stubborn and procrastinating. Half a month has passed, and he still hasn't given an explanation to the Third Lady.

The Third Prince couldn't describe his feelings.

Maybe, it's gratitude.

If it were him, he really wouldn't be able to make this decision.

However, there was no order for this kind of punishment, only a verbal instruction, so we had to keep it a secret from Tian for the time being.

Always wait until she gives birth before telling her.

Otherwise, Tian might not be able to bear such a severe punishment, and it is unclear whether the child can be delivered safely.

As for the Third Lady, the Third Prince felt guilty and couldn't help but vent his anger on her.

If the Third Lady could stand up for herself and protect her child, how could there be this smallpox disaster?
By the time he stepped down from the emperor's presence, the Third Prince's back was soaked.

But he also felt at ease.

There is no double punishment for the same thing.

Is that a turning point?

He let out a breath and went to the yard next door to find the Fourth Prince.

The Fourth Prince is copying Buddhist scriptures here.

Seeing the Third Prince coming, the Fourth Prince put down his pen.

The Third Prince saw that he had changed his clothes and that the Ksitigarbha Sutra was spread out on the desk. He asked, "Who did you copy this for?"

The Fourth Prince did not answer, but just glanced at the Third Prince.

Third Prince: “…”

The Third Prince pulled up a chair and sat down. Then he remembered his purpose and asked, "Where is the Crown Prince? Is he staying in Dezhou?"

The fourth prince said, "The crown prince is ill and is staying in the Dezhou Palace to recuperate. He will return to the capital by land."

The emperor patrolled the river in a royal boat, hoping to return before the river froze.

The prince did not recover from his illness, so he stayed in Dezhou to recuperate.

The Third Prince was puzzled and asked, "What is wrong with the Crown Prince? He is in his prime, how can he suddenly get sick?"

The Fourth Prince considered it and said, "He caught a cold at the bow, and his weak constitution caused him to be ill with the local climate."

In fact, there are other reasons.

This time, the prince brought six young eunuchs and four palace maids with him.

Although he did not bring any female relatives with him, the prince was obviously not idle either.

The Fourth Prince was a little puzzled.

The prince may occasionally indulge himself in Yuqing Palace, but why would he do this when he is away from home?

The prince seems to be showing signs of hyperactivity...

The Fourth Prince didn’t dare to think too much.

The Third Prince put it down after asking, "Then what's the matter with the Thirteenth Prince offering sacrifices to Mount Tai? The Crown Prince is not feeling well, but you are still here, so why is it the Thirteenth Prince's turn?"

Offering sacrifices to Mount Tai is a glorious thing.

The Third Prince felt sour whenever he mentioned this matter.

Thirteenth Prince, a bald prince at the end of the order, on what basis?
When it came to the Fourth Prince, the Third Prince was more likely to accept it.

The fourth prince said, "I am just following orders, third brother, don't think too much about it."

The Third Prince snorted and said, "Overthinking? You think too little. Look at the Thirteenth Prince. What's the difference between him and the Eighth Prince back then? He shows up in front of Khan Ama, behaves respectably in front of clan members, and is even better at coaxing people than the Eighth Prince back then. But no one is good forever..."

The Fourth Prince didn't like to hear this and said, "Third Brother, that's my younger brother, don't flatter me..."

The Third Prince shook his head and said, "There is an Eighth Prince in front of you, and you still don't learn your lesson. This one is your younger brother, and that one is also your younger brother. Do they think of us as their brothers in their hearts..."

(End of this chapter)