She transmigrates into the Qing palace as the younger biological sister of Empress Niu Hulu, and the future Consort Wenxi.
With a gentle, generous older sister protecting her and her elders doting on her, Shu Qing can still live as a carefree beauty.
Until her sister passes away and she is summoned to the palace, she realizes all too clearly that she is nothing but a substitute.
Historically, Consort Wenxi died young. She only enjoyed a few years of a good life before she was gone.
Shu Qing decides that staying alive is what matters most! If she survives, at least her future Tenth Prince won't keep doing foolish things!
The imperial consorts scheme in every way they can to win Kangxi's favor.
She shakes her head, takes a few steps back, and refuses to compete. A carefree life is the key to longevity.
Besides, she is promoted to Noble Consort after only a year in the palace. With the glow left behind by her sister and her family's protection, she has reached the top without lifting a finger and can simply lie flat.
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When her name tablet is selected, Kangxi is delayed by half a quarter-hour dealing with official business. By the time he arrives, Shu Qing has already fallen asleep, flower petals still stuck to her face. No one can bear to wake her.
When the other consorts rush to ask imperial physicians for fertility medicine, Shu Qing shuts her doors and refuses to let any physicians examine her. Then she hugs the Tenth Prince and coaxes him with tears in her eyes: "Mother only loves you."
The Tenth Prince is so moved that he cries and swears to obey his mother for the rest of his life.
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Lazy and radiant, with a breathtaking beauty.
The Noble Consort rarely likes to show her face, but whenever she appears, Kangxi sees nothing but her dazzling beauty, like a flower or the moon, always just beyond his reach in the clouds.
Kangxi: My heart aches with longing. The Noble Consort is the one I cherish most.
He only wants to lift her up in the palm of his hand, high in the heavens, among the clouds.
Theme: Refuse to compete, and find endless joy