Chapter 006

Chapter 006

Several days passed like this, and Su Yi decided to come during the day instead of at night, thinking that since Kangxi would be sleeping with the little milk dragon at night, surely he couldn’t be with the baby all day, right?

After all, the emperor had to attend court and handle state affairs during the day. How could he possibly have a child by his side?

But the reality was...

Indeed, Kangxi didn’t stay by the little milk dragon’s side all day, but somehow, every time she appeared near the little milk dragon for a while, Kangxi would come to check on the child shortly after.

Once could be a coincidence, twice as well, but three or four times was a bit too much.

Now, she had just arrived, and not long after, Kangxi came again, and again.

Previously, Su Yi would leave as soon as Kangxi arrived, but now, she was getting annoyed and simply sat on the heated bed without speaking, expressionlessly watching Kangxi inquire about the little milk dragon’s daily routine.

She wondered when he was going to leave.

But after Kangxi finished asking, he didn’t leave!

He awkwardly held the little milk dragon and started using his arm as a cradle, slowly rocking it. Midway, he almost sat on her, but Su Yi quickly dodged. She had given him space, but then he didn’t sit there.

He sat on the other side of the heated bed.

Su Yi’s mouth twitched, and she moved back to her original spot, propping her chin with her hand, looking at Kangxi across from her with a speechless expression.

'Just now, he was rocking non-stop and almost sat on me. I gave him space, but he didn’t sit. Is there a nail here or something?'

Kangxi: Why does this female ghost speak so... carelessly.

'Haven’t seen such an idle emperor before. Finished reviewing the memorials? Handled all the state affairs? No need to summon ministers?'

Su Yi’s triple attack somewhat hit Kangxi with invisible arrows.

He had been quite busy with state affairs these days, especially with the critical matter of the Three Feudatories. How could he not be busy? Although he looked idle now, he would have to make up for it later. For several days, Kangxi had been burning the midnight oil.

If it weren’t for investigating whether this female ghost had any harmful intentions towards Baocheng, why would he do this?

Usually, as soon as he arrived, the female ghost would leave quickly, but today, Kangxi almost continuously heard her thoughts.

One moment she said staying up late to review memorials could lead to an early death.

Kangxi, who had been staying up late every night to review memorials: ...

The next moment, she commented on his guards, especially the imperial guards, saying they were handsome and had good figures.

Kangxi couldn’t help but recall a time when the female ghost said he had a pimple and then went silent, the subtle disdain making him almost furrow his brow and clench his teeth.

Then she said his concubine, Noble Lady Yi, looked like a gorgeous rose, and Noble Lady Rong was as graceful as a narcissus, and there was also that one...

She seemed to know all the concubines in the harem inside out, even some low-ranking ones that Kangxi himself had no impression of, she knew better than him.

Kangxi was at a loss for words: Could it be that this female ghost sneaks into the harem every night...

It inevitably made Kangxi think of the so-called same-sex attraction.

Liang Jiugong came over with some food, which was sugarcane. It had just come out and was very sweet. The emperor had a liking for sweet things, and since he was tired of the usual fruits, sugarcane was a novelty.

The sugarcane was cut into small pieces, each skewered with a small stick.

Kangxi was also thirsty, so he took a piece of sugarcane and put it in his mouth. Baocheng, excitedly reaching out from his arms to grab it, found Kangxi only letting it brush against his lips, giving him a taste before taking it away.

The little milk dragon smacked his lips, savoring the sweetness, and was satisfied.

Seeing his adorable little face, Kangxi's expression softened, revealing a faint smile. He was about to spit the residue into the plate Liang Jiugong handed over.

"Scumbags are like sugarcane, sweet at first but only residue remains in the end."

Kangxi, who felt indirectly targeted: ...

Originally wanting another piece of sugarcane, Kangxi had the items removed.

After a while, the female ghost made no more noise.

Kangxi realized she had left.

For now, it was clear that the female ghost meant no harm—at least, she wasn’t a vengeful spirit out for blood.

Kangxi had the wet nurse take Baocheng away to care for him, while he pondered how to deal with this female ghost. He had been keeping a close eye on her recently, but if this continued for too long, it might arouse her suspicion. Hence, he decided to ease up a bit.

Liang Jiugong stood quietly by, observing the emperor's ever-changing expressions, staying alert to avoid offending His Majesty. Recently, the emperor's thoughts had become increasingly difficult to decipher, almost giving Liang Jiugong gray hair.

Su Yi floated in mid-air, watching the deep-in-thought Kangxi. She had just left, but now she had made a sudden return.

When she wasn’t around, Kangxi was nowhere to be found. But the moment she showed up, he appeared right away, clutching the little milk dragon tightly. After she left, the dog returned the little milk dragon to the wet nurse.

It was hard for Su Yi not to be suspicious.

At first, she thought he could really see her, but it seemed not. When she moved a bit further away, like now, he didn't notice.

So there were certain limitations.

Hmph, did he think his expression management was good?

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Concubine Niohuru arrived at the Qianqing Palace with pastries prepared by the imperial kitchen. The young eunuch outside immediately bowed upon seeing her. Yujing, the chief maid beside Concubine Niohuru, spoke up, "Please inform His Majesty."

"Yes, Your Highness, this servant will go right away." The young eunuch didn’t dare delay, as Concubine Niohuru was the highest-ranking concubine and in charge of palace affairs.

Liang Jiugong received the message and immediately informed the emperor that Concubine Niohuru was waiting outside the Qianqing Palace, bowing and awaiting the emperor's response.

When Kangxi heard that Concubine Niohuru had arrived, he showed no reaction. He finished reading and approving the memorial in his hand before speaking, "Let her in." His tone was indifferent, showing no joy.

Concubine Niohuru waited outside for a while. Yujing beside her couldn't help but frown, "What's taking this eunuch so long to inform? Making Your Highness wait!"

"It's fine, perhaps he's delayed by something." She spoke unhurriedly, her expression still gentle and without a trace of anger.

"Your Highness, please come in." The young eunuch ran out, knowing he had taken too long, but it wasn't his decision. He hoped Concubine Niohuru wouldn't blame him.

Fortunately, Concubine Niohuru simply nodded softly, holding Yujing's hand as she walked in, followed by maids carrying food.

She had come not only to offer food and comfort to Kangxi but also because of his recent absence from the Inner Palace. The minor nobles and consorts had been talking about how Kangxi hadn't been visiting the Inner Palace, hoping she could speak to him about it.

To Concubine Niohuru, these women were petty, with nothing better to do than fret over whether Kangxi would visit, as if their lives depended on it.

Though Concubine Niohuru disdained them, it had indeed been a while since she last saw Kangxi.

Previously, Kangxi would visit five or six times a month, but now he hadn't appeared for a whole month, and his attitude towards her seemed colder. With Tong Jia Shi about to enter the palace, she couldn't let Kangxi continue to neglect her.

"Concubine Niohuru pays her respects to Your Majesty, wishing Your Majesty eternal peace and prosperity." Upon seeing Kangxi, Concubine Niohuru's face showed an even more gentle and charming smile than before. She bowed gracefully, her movements fluid and natural, like a painting, not stiff at all.