When I opened my eyes, Zhen Huan knelt in front of me and had a miscarriage

Hearing this, Nian Shilan nodded with satisfaction, "Did you read the letter I sent you a few days ago? Did you learn all the poems and allusions in it?"

"Your Majesty has worked so hard to prepare this for me, I will study it day and night. Look, I am still reading it now."

Hongli walked around the desk and handed the book he had just read to Nian Shilan.

It is "Zizhi Tongjian".

Nian Shilan took it and placed it in her palm. She simply flipped through it and saw the notes that Hongli had made.

Although it was only a few days, it was obvious that he must have studied this book frequently.

"You are young and started learning later than the Third Prince, so naturally you have to study harder than the Third Prince. But you also need to remember to combine work with rest. Don't read today and rest early."

Nian Shilan put down the book, pulled Hongli to her side and said with concern.

Hongli nodded and said sensibly, "Thank you for your concern, Madam Hua. I know I am not as good as my third brother. From now on, I will do my best to study hard and not let Madam Hua down."

As he said this, Nian Shilan couldn't help feeling warm in her heart.

She had never raised a child, and she thought that as long as she had Yinzhen's favor, she would not be afraid of anything.

But later she realized that the only person in this world who could truly give her support and warmth was her brother.

Therefore, she must seize the opportunity to be reborn this time and try every possible way to ensure that the Nian family lives well!

This would be a good opportunity if she could really make Hongli work for her.

"It's great that you have this intention." Nian Shilan raised her hand and motioned Songzhi to take the food box in her hand.

Songzhi brought it to the table, then opened the lid of the box and took out a bowl of steaming ginseng soup.

"This is ginseng soup for resting the mind and promoting sleep. Empress Hua ordered the kitchen to make it. I know you are used to the food from the Old Summer Palace, so today you can try the cooking of the Yikun Palace."

As Nian Shilan was speaking, she saw a bright light flashing in Hongli's eyes.

Hongli smiled unceremoniously, "Thank you, Madam Hua, for your hard work in preparing. I will not be polite then."

After saying that, he picked up the ginseng soup and started to drink it.

Seeing that he was anxious, Songzhi couldn't help but remind him, "Oh, sir, go slower, be careful not to choke yourself."

After saying that, she used a handkerchief to wipe the soup that had fallen from the corner of his mouth.

But Hongli didn't hear anything. He drank it all in big gulps, put the bowl down, smacked his lips and savored the taste.

Nian Shilan was amused by his impatience, "Little greedy cat, if you like it, I will have someone send it to you next time."

"Really? Thank you, Empress Hua. If I could drink delicious ginseng soup every day, I, Wen Shuding, would study harder!" He pouted and raised his face, as if he was afraid that Nian Shilan would not believe him and his determination was written on his face.

"Pfft," Nian Shilan hid her smile, "I knew it was your birthday yesterday, so I specially sent someone to send you some little things. Do you like them?"

Hongli's birthday was on August 13, just one day away from the Mid-Autumn Festival. The Fourth Prince's birthday banquet was hastily held in the Old Summer Palace, and not many concubines in the palace knew about it, let alone sent gifts.

So Hongli should remember, "I like it very much. Thank you, Madam Hua, for thinking of me. This is the best gift I have received in these years.

Nian Shilan smiled and said, "It's best if you like it. Well, I'm leaving now. Nanny will come in and take you to rest later. Tomorrow is the Mid-Autumn Festival Banquet, so don't slack off."

"Yes, your son will send Madam Hua off respectfully."

Nian Shilan and Songzhi came out of the room and followed the same route back to Yiku Palace.

"Your Highness, you are finally relieved now. Although the Fourth Prince is young, he is much better than the Third Prince. I saw how fluently he recited the book just now."

Songzhi spoke happily in Nian Shilan's ear.

The Queen has no children, so if the Fourth Prince could be around, it would be a bit more fun.

Nian Shilan nodded, "He is indeed better than the Third Prince. I only gave him a few articles from the Zizhi Tongjian and asked him to read them thoroughly, but he read the entire book. This child can really become a great man."

"The Fourth Prince is very capable, but it's a pity that he has such a terrible mother. Fortunately, Li Jingui is dead." Seeing that there was no one around, Song Zhi chatted without restraint.

Nian Shilan narrowed her eyes slightly, "Identity and status are just excuses. It's just that the emperor doesn't like Li Jingui, so he does this."

After that, Yinzhen even treated a horse trainer from the Old Summer Palace as a treasure.

Although Li Jingui was a palace maid, she was also born in the Eight Banners. Although her status was humble, it was by no means lowly.

At that time, Yinzhen had sex with Li Jingui after drinking and forced her, but he was unwilling to give her a legitimate position. Even after she became pregnant, she did not receive Yinzhen's love.

She was just a poor woman who was involved in a vicious fight. In the end, not only did she die, but even her own children were looked down upon.

"But fortunately, the emperor loves the queen. If the queen can raise the fourth prince, the emperor will surely love the fourth prince."

Songzhi followed her words and continued.

But Nian Shilan looked at him coldly, "From now on, these words must not be said in the palace. Walls have ears, so you must remember everything."

Hearing this, Songzhi immediately fell silent, then looked around and said weakly, "Yes, I know I was wrong."

"The Fourth Prince likes the ginseng soup today. Tell Fudong to ask the kitchen to make it for the Fourth Prince every day. Remember not to spread the news."

Then, Nian Shilan gave instructions.

Songzhi nodded, "I've made note of this and will definitely get it done."

As soon as the two of them left the prince's mansion, they ran into Aunt Fangruo.

Fang Ruo naturally also saw Nian Shilan and hurried over to pay her respects.

"Long live the Empress Hua."

Nian Shilan's voice softened a lot, and she said softly, "Aunt, there's no need to be so polite. Why did you come to my brother's residence so late at night?"

Fang Ruo lowered her head, not daring to neglect it, "Replying to Concubine Hua, I am ordered to visit the Fourth and Fifth Princes. The princes are young and have just entered the palace. The emperor is worried that they are not feeling well, so he specially asked me to come and visit them."

Seeing this, Nian Shilan stepped aside to make way, "Aunt, since you have an errand, please go quickly. However, I was worried and went to check on the Fifth Prince just now. The Fourth Prince was already asleep, and the Fourth Prince was still studying."

After she finished speaking, Fang Ruo was naturally surprised. She didn't expect that Nian Shilan would be so thoughtful.

"Your Majesty helps the Empress take care of the harem, taking care of every detail. You are a role model in the palace. I am impressed." She bowed slightly.

Nian Shilan raised her eyebrows, "It's just a simple favor. I have no children, and as I grow older, I can't help but envy Concubine Qi and the Queen for always having the Third Prince by their side, so I also come to get close to the young princes to express my pain of missing my son."

After saying this, Fang Ruo was even more surprised.

"Your Majesty is in her prime, and there will definitely be a chance for you to give birth to a healthy little prince for the Emperor."