After my inner voice was eavesdropped, I became the favorite of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 107

Now, in this era of technology and civilization, Li Qingge has become accustomed to the convenience brought by mobile payment. Whenever she touches the screen of her mobile phone and scans the QR code, transactions are completed invisibly. The ease and freedom make her sigh at the progress of the times. However, behind this convenience is the solid support of the Internet and the unimpeded information highway. Although the Great Yan Dynasty has begun to take shape, it still needs to overcome many obstacles on the road of technological development before it can reach the other side of mobile payment.

Therefore, there is only one way for Li Qingge to go - to establish a bank to store the wealth of the people safely, and then use card payment as a bridge to gradually replace cash transactions. This is not only an economic reform, but also a profound social change. It requires wisdom, courage, and a firm belief in the future.

Li Qingge always had two concerns about the promotion of card payment, like two mountains, standing in her way. The first one was credit. In the eyes of those hard-working people, every penny was the crystallization of sweat and tears. Without the rock-solid credit as the cornerstone, how could they easily entrust their efforts to the bank? What's more, the Great Yan Dynasty was just established, and there was a lot of work to be done, and the person sitting on the dragon throne was actually a woman. In this society where the concept of male superiority and female inferiority is deeply rooted, Li Qingge's identity as a queen undoubtedly added more doubts and challenges to her. In the hearts of the people, there is both a vision of the future and a fear of the unknown. They are worried about whether Her Majesty the Queen can rule for a long time, and they are even more worried that their hard-earned money will be in vain.

The second concern is the double-edged sword nature of finance itself. Modern finance, like a clear spring, nourishes the production and life of the people, but also provides a hotbed for corruption. In the past, gold and silver currency, physical evidence, made it difficult for corrupt officials to hide easily; now, if a modern financial system is implemented, the wealth of the people will be transformed into a string of numbers, jumping on bank cards and passbooks. For those who hold power, these numbers seem to be endowed with magic. With a light touch, they can rewrite a person's fate and make assets expand or shrink in an instant. Such power is both tempting and terrifying. Once it gets out of control, it may become a giant beast that devours the body of the country, making the wind of corruption more unscrupulous, hidden and rampant.

Li Qingge knew that the "nuclear bomb" of finance could both illuminate the way forward and cause devastating disasters. If the banking system was hastily introduced without full preparation, it would be like opening Pandora's box, releasing endless disasters and chaos. Therefore, although she wanted to exchange time for space and let the banking system appear at a more mature time, the development speed of the Great Yan Dynasty was like a wild horse that had broken free from its reins, far exceeding her expectations. The old financial system was like an old horse that could hardly bear the growing economic needs. The urgency of establishing a bank was like a dark cloud pressing down on the head, and it could not be ignored.

This dilemma was not only seen by Li Qingge, but also worried by Liu Yong, Su Xiaomei, Yang Tianxiong and other important officials in the court. They sat in the magnificent palace, and the sunlight outside the window shone through the exquisite window lattices and sprinkled on the floor covered with gorgeous brocade, but it seemed unable to dispel the heavy atmosphere in the room. Liu Yong, the elderly but wise minister, frowned and tapped the table lightly with his fingers. His eyes revealed his worries about the future; Su Xiaomei, as the Minister of Revenue, had a keen sense of finance and knew the seriousness of the problem. Her face was full of anxiety; and Yang Tianxiong, the general with strong martial arts and strong character, also seemed particularly silent at this moment. He looked out the window from time to time, as if looking for a solution.

"Your Majesty, the establishment of a bank is urgent, but how to solve the problems of credit and corruption is the most urgent task." Liu Yong's voice was low and powerful, breaking the silence in the room.

Li Qingge nodded slightly, her eyes swept over everyone, and an unprecedented determination surged in her heart. "My dear ministers, I know this is difficult, but the future of Da Yan cannot stagnate because of our hesitation. We need to formulate strict laws and regulations to ensure the fairness and transparency of the banking system, and at the same time strengthen supervision to make corrupt officials have nowhere to hide. As for credit, I will lead by example and use practical actions to prove that Da Yan's banks are the most solid backing for the people."

As Li Qingge finished her words, an invisible force seemed to spread throughout the palace, which was the hope for the future and the determination to face the challenge. The sunlight outside the window seemed to be brighter, shining into everyone's heart and illuminating the way forward. In this battle between finance and the future, Li Qingge and her ministers are working hand in hand to prepare for the coming storm and jointly write a new chapter for the Great Yan Dynasty.

During the morning court session, the faint light of the morning sun shone through the windows of the palace into the hall, and the air was filled with a solemn atmosphere. Li Qingge sat upright on the dragon throne, her posture was upright, her face was dignified and beautiful, but with a hint of solemnity. Her clear and bright eyes revealed deep thoughts and worries, and her brows were furrowed, as if she was thinking about an extremely difficult problem.

In front of her was a silent court, with civil and military officials standing respectfully below, their faces also showing some confusion and uneasiness. For a moment, the hall was completely silent, with only the sound of the breeze gently blowing the curtains.

After a long while, several ministers took a cautious step forward, their voices were a little hesitant and timid, and they trembled as they put forward some suggestions. These suggestions seemed to make sense, but upon closer inspection, they were only temporary solutions and could not fundamentally solve the current economic difficulties.

Li Qingge listened to these suggestions quietly and sighed slightly in her heart. She slowly swept her eyes over everyone in the court and saw the confusion and helplessness in their eyes. She knew that although these ministers were loyal, they seemed a little overwhelmed when faced with such a complex economic problem.

At this moment, Li Qingge smiled slightly, and that smile was like a spring breeze, warming people's hearts. She said softly: "I have a plan in mind, maybe I can solve this dilemma." Her voice was crisp and pleasant, but it also carried a firm strength that made everyone present excited.

Upon hearing this, Liu Qingping hurriedly stepped forward, his face full of anxiety and expectation, and asked, "Your Majesty, what good ideas do you have?" His eyes were fixed on Li Qingge, as if he was afraid to miss every word she said.

Li Qingge uttered two words lightly: "Open a bank." These two words exploded in the court like thunder, shocking everyone.

"Bank?" Liu Qingping looked confused, his brows knitted tightly, trying to think about this unfamiliar word. "I am stupid and don't know what this 'bank' is. Your Majesty, please tell me clearly." His voice was full of doubt and confusion.

Li Qingge patiently explained: "Banks are the upgraded version of money houses. Although money houses can also deposit and withdraw money, large-denomination banknotes are often not redeemable nationwide, which is very inconvenient. Banks are different..." Her voice was soft and slow, like a gurgling stream, explaining the operating principles and various functions of the bank in detail to everyone.

As Li Qingge continued to talk, the ministers in the court gradually showed expressions of sudden enlightenment. Their originally frowned brows gradually relaxed, and their eyes flashed with surprise and admiration. They obviously did not expect that the "bank" that Li Qingge mentioned would be so convenient and efficient. It was simply an unprecedented innovation.

"Banks can not only deposit and withdraw money, but also handle loans, foreign exchange and other services. They can concentrate idle funds for investment and development, and promote economic prosperity." Li Qingge continued, her voice full of passion and longing.

Then, Li Qingge elaborated on the operating principles and various functions of the bank in detail, leaving the ministers dumbfounded. They stared with their eyes wide open and their mouths open, as if they couldn't believe their ears. They had never thought that such an advanced financial institution would be born in this ancient country.

They were immersed in Li Qingge's narration, as if they saw a future full of vitality and hope. In this future, the economy of the Great Yan Dynasty would flourish and the people would live a more prosperous life.

They obviously didn't expect that the "bank" that Li Qingge mentioned would be so convenient and efficient. "Her Majesty is truly a deity!" The ministers secretly admired in their hearts.

While they were still immersed in shock, Li Qingge dropped another bombshell: "In addition to banks, the monetary system also needs reform. The existing gold and silver currencies are too heavy, and it is inconvenient to trade and carry. I have decided to issue a new type of currency to be used in conjunction with banks. In the future, gold and silver will gradually withdraw from the monetary system. What do you think, my dear ministers?"

When the ministers heard the news, there was another uproar. They all whispered to each other and discussed it. They were both excited and a little worried about this bold proposal. After all, this was an unprecedented change that involved the economic lifeline and social stability of the entire country.

However, when they looked at Li Qingge, their eyes were filled with trust and support. They believed that this wise queen would be able to lead them to a better future.

Therefore, Li Qingge established the first real bank in the Great Yan Dynasty with the queen's reputation as a guarantee. This bank is located on Zhongda Street in Jinling City and is a magnificent building. Its appearance is solemn and majestic, full of classical charm, and it also integrates modern design concepts, which makes people shine.

Why is it a real bank? Because although the first bank appeared in Western Europe in the 15th century, the banks at that time were far from the modern banks, and were more like a combination of money houses and chambers of commerce. However, what Li Qingge established was a bank that fully met modern standards.

The bank was guaranteed by the queen's reputation, so it was named "Dayan Royal Bank", or "Royal Bank" for short. Its doors were open to welcome people from all directions. When you enter the bank, the first thing you see is the spacious and bright lobby, which is neatly arranged with tables, chairs and various facilities. The walls are hung with exquisite murals, showing the history and culture of the Great Yan Dynasty.

At the bank counter, the staff are working busy and orderly. They greet every customer with a smile and enthusiasm. Not only can you handle deposit and withdrawal business, but also various businesses such as loans and foreign exchange, meeting people's various needs.

At the same time, Li Qingge also issued a new type of currency, named "Yanlong Coin". "Yan" represents the Great Yan Dynasty, and "Dragon" is the symbol of the descendants of the dragon. This currency is beautifully designed, with exquisite patterns and text printed on it, making people love it.

In order to establish the status of the Flame Dragon Coin, Li Qingge also set an exchange rate, one tael of silver could be exchanged for one thousand Flame Dragon Coins. This exchange rate setting took into account both the actual economic situation and people's psychological tolerance, making it easier for people to accept this new currency.

The Royal Bank and the Flame Dragon Coin worked together to form a powerful financial combination, which instantly set off a huge financial storm across the country. People flocked to the bank to handle various businesses. For a time, the bank entrance was crowded with people and bustling.

When the first bank opened on Zhongda Street in Jinling City, citizens came to deposit money in an endless stream, and the huge crowds almost blocked the bank entrance. The sunlight shone on the bank's door, reflecting a dazzling light, as if foreshadowing that the future of the Great Yan Dynasty would be bright.

Since the people had never heard of such a new thing as a bank before, Li Qingge was worried that they would not dare to deposit money, so she decided to go to the bank in person to see the situation. She was wearing a simple long dress and a veil, like a fairy descending to the earth. She was only followed by a few personal guards, low-key and mysterious.

Seeing the huge crowds of people at the bank entrance, Li Qingge couldn't help but marvel. So many people came to line up to deposit money, it was really awesome! Her heart was filled with joy and relief, as if she saw the prosperous future of the Great Yan Dynasty.

She walked slowly into the crowd, feeling the enthusiasm and expectations of the people. She saw a white-haired old man, leaning on a cane, moving forward with difficulty. She walked up to him and asked with concern, "Old man, are you saving money?"

The old man looked up and saw Li Qingge, with a hint of surprise in his eyes. He said excitedly: "Yes, yes, I heard that this bank is very good, so I want to deposit some money here." His face was filled with a happy smile, as if he saw a bright future.

Li Qingge asked again: "What do you think of the Royal Bank?" The old man gave a thumbs up: "Very good! It is clearly written on the flyer. It is much more convenient than a money house. It is also state-controlled and trustworthy!" The old man's words were full of trust and expectations for the Royal Bank.

The old lady was a warm person. Seeing that Li Qingge was pretty, she smiled even brighter. Li Qingge joked, "You are in a hurry to deposit money right after the opening. Are you afraid that the bank will run away?" The old lady shook her head and said, "Of course not. My husband and I have been running a snack stand for several years and have saved a lot of money, which has been rotting at home. It's rare to have such a convenient bank that can give interest when depositing money, so of course I have to come and deposit money quickly."

Li Qingge asked again: "The money earned from the snack stand is hard-earned money. If you deposit it all in the bank, aren't you afraid that the bank will go bankrupt and you will lose all your money?" The aunt shook her head firmly: "No! The Royal Bank is backed by the reputation of Her Majesty the Queen, how could it go bankrupt?"

Li Qingge smiled and said, "The queen is also a human being. There have been many kings in history who suddenly went crazy and became confused. Do you trust her so much?" The aunt looked at Li Qingge deeply and said solemnly, "Of course I believe her! There is no one in the world wiser than Her Majesty the Queen."

At this point, the aunt couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "I remember a few years ago, I was still a poor woman, with no food to eat and no clothes to wear, and my life was very difficult. A rainstorm hit, my eldest son died in the flood, and the family's food was destroyed. My parents-in-law starved to death in order to save food for their young grandson..."

When Li Qingge heard this, she felt sorry for the old lady. She listened to her story quietly, as if she saw the suffering and hardship of that era.

"Natural disasters are constant, corrupt officials are rampant, and tragedies like this happen every few years. Although it didn't happen to my family, other families have suffered. I thought I would have to struggle in misery for the rest of my life and would never be able to turn things around until I die."

A long, long time ago, it was an era of extreme material scarcity, and people lived in unspeakable hardship. For most ordinary people, having enough food and warm clothes was simply a dream that they dared not easily hope for. In that era, every grain of food was as precious as a pearl, and every piece of clothing carried endless hard work and expectations.

The imperial court, the center of power, dared to call itself a prosperous and peaceful age as long as it could keep the people from starving or dying of hunger, as if this could cover up the suffering and struggle of the lower classes. However, for us now, having enough food and clothing is a common thing, but at that time, for ordinary people, it was like an unattainable dream that could only be watched from afar but could not be touched. Even some poor scholars would involuntarily fantasize about the life of emperors when writing operas. In their imagination, what was hung around their necks was no longer a tattered cloth towel, but a big sesame seed cake with white flour and meat filling; what they wore was no longer thin clothes, but a coat made of glittering silver; what they wore on their heads and feet was no longer simple clogs, but hats and shoes made of gold. Such fantasies became the only comfort in their hearts.

Li Qingge, a woman of wisdom and courage, began to realize how important what she did was to the welfare of the people in this era. She not only had extraordinary talents, but also had a compassionate heart. She knew that her every move could change the fate of countless people.

So, she resolutely embarked on the road of reform. Her efforts and persistence finally freed the people from the fate of being exploited like cattle and horses, and made them flesh and blood people with dignity. This kind of happiness of being a human being is something that the people at the bottom have never experienced. They are grateful and regard Li Qingge as their parents. Whenever her name is mentioned, their eyes are full of awe and gratitude.

Just like what my aunt often said, all parents in the world love their children. People regarded Li Qingge as their own parents and entrusted their money to this loving "parent" for safekeeping, thinking that this was the safest way. This was also the fundamental reason why everyone rushed to deposit money when the bank first opened. They believed that with Li Qingge's protection, their money would be best protected.

As a result, the Royal Bank, with Li Qingge as its credit guarantee, spread rapidly across the south like wildfire. When the common people saw that their silver deposited in the bank was turned into small and convenient bank cards and passbooks, they felt unprecedented peace of mind and satisfaction. They finally didn't have to worry about the loss or theft of their money, nor did they have to worry about the heaviness and inconvenience of gold and silver. From then on, the Great Yan Dynasty entered a new financial era of "with a card in hand, the world is mine".

As a result, people's daily lives have undergone earth-shaking changes. When they shop, they use credit cards wherever they can, enjoying the convenience and efficiency. In places where credit cards are not accepted, they use Yanlong coins printed with Li Qingge's bronze mask to pay. This novel payment method not only facilitates the people, but also promotes the prosperity and development of business. Credit card consumption has become a new trend, making people's lives more colorful.

The popularity of banks, bank cards, and Yanlong coins has made the development of the Great Yan Dynasty move forward at a rapid pace, just like riding on a high-speed train. The original problem of heavy gold and silver and inconvenient transportation has also been perfectly solved. The wheels of finance turn round and round, stimulating all aspects of business, consumption, production, manufacturing, and exports. The economy of Great Yan has become more active than ever before, and the living standards of the people have also been significantly improved.

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At the same time, in an ancient and solemn Buddhist meditation room in Mount Wutai, the Empress Dowager Niuhulu was reciting the Heart Sutra slowly with her eyes closed, twisting the Buddhist beads in her hands. Her face was kind and solemn, as if the troubles in the world had nothing to do with her. Qing'er, a woman in a beautiful Manchu dress, stood respectfully by the side, filling the incense burner with incense. Her eyes were full of awe and love for the Empress Dowager.

Suddenly, the Queen Mother opened her eyes and coughed twice. Qing'er said with concern: "Your Highness, you caught a cold a while ago and your body has not recovered yet. You should take a rest first. It won't be too late to continue chanting after you recover." Her voice was gentle and firm, full of concern and worry for the Queen Mother.

The Queen Mother smiled kindly and said, "The most important thing in worshipping Buddha is sincerity. How can you give up halfway?" Her tone revealed an unquestionable firmness and persistence. Although Qing'er was a little worried, she did not dissuade him anymore. She just stood aside silently and accompanied the Queen Mother to continue chanting.

However, this tranquility did not last long. Aunt Gui, a usually calm and sophisticated woman, suddenly opened the door and rushed in: "Old Buddha, something terrible has happened!" Her voice was filled with obvious panic and anxiety.

The Empress Dowager attached great importance to rules. Seeing Nanny Gui losing her composure, she couldn't help but frown: "Why are you so flustered? What happened? " Her tone revealed a sense of majesty and dissatisfaction.

After paying her respects, Nanny Gui said anxiously, "News has come from the palace that the Princess Huanzhu, who was personally conferred by the Emperor, is a fake. The Fifth Prince angered the Emperor because of the fake princess and was thrown into jail." There was an obvious tremor and uneasiness in her voice.

The empress dowager was shocked when she heard this: "How could Yongqi be entangled with the real and fake princesses? As a member of the royal family, even if he was wrong, he should be sent to the clan house and disciplined by the royal elders. How could he be directly imprisoned? Why didn't the emperor report such a big thing to me first?" Her tone revealed disbelief and anger.

Nanny Gui took a deep breath and said, "I don't know the details, I only know that the Fifth Prince and Princess Huanzhu have a close relationship. The Emperor was furious, and the Fifth Prince and Concubine Ling were also implicated." There was helplessness and worry in her voice.

The Queen Mother's heart trembled, and her brows knitted tightly: "Fifth Prince, Concubine Ling, Princess Huanzhu... This matter is quite strange. Could it be..." As a super master who has been trained in the harem for decades and the champion of the previous palace fight, the Queen Mother immediately smelled the smell of conspiracy. Her eyes flashed with a sharp and decisive look.

The Queen Mother snorted coldly: "When there is no tiger in the mountain, the monkey will be king. I left the palace to practice and pray for blessings, but something like this happened in the palace." Her words revealed dissatisfaction and anger. Then, she loudly ordered: "Madame Gui, give orders immediately and prepare to return to the palace. I want to see who is causing trouble." Her tone was full of determination.

Qing'er hastened to dissuade him: "My Lord Buddha, you are not feeling well. How can you bear the fatigue of the journey? You should take care of yourself first before returning to the palace." There was obvious worry and concern in her voice.

However, the Queen Mother shook her head and said firmly: "If I don't go back, won't it allow someone to confuse right and wrong in the palace and dominate the area? No need to say more, return to the palace immediately!" Her tone revealed an unquestionable firmness and decisiveness. Qing'er had no choice but to nod and agree.

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In the Forbidden City, Emperor Qianlong was happily calculating the huge amount of money he had obtained from the recent confiscation of his family's property. His face was filled with a kind of joy and pride that was difficult to conceal. The Old Summer Palace, the garden left to him by his father, had always been a treasure in his heart. He loved this garden very much and had always been committed to expanding it. However, since Li Qingge rose up in rebellion, the economy of the Qing Dynasty has been declining. Even if Qianlong wanted to expand the Old Summer Palace, he was powerless. Now that he had obtained so much money from the confiscation of his family's property, he thought of the garden that he had always thought about.

At this time, the news came that the Empress Dowager had returned from Mount Wutai. Emperor Qianlong ruled the country with filial piety, and upon hearing the news, he immediately ordered people to prepare for the reception. He ordered officials from the Ministry of Rites to prepare a high-standard welcoming ceremony, and at the same time, he ordered people to clean the Cining Palace so that the Empress Dowager could live comfortably. His heart was filled with awe and filial piety for the Empress Dowager.

The news of the Queen Mother's return to the palace soon spread throughout the six palaces. When Concubine Ling heard the news, she was extremely happy. She knew the Queen Mother's status and influence in the palace, and she also knew the plight of the Fifth Prince falling out of favor and herself being demoted. Now that the Queen Mother had returned to the palace, it was undoubtedly a great opportunity. She believed that as long as she had the support of the Queen Mother, she could regain everything she had lost. So, she began to prepare intensively for the Queen Mother's arrival, looking forward to the moment that could change her destiny.

In the past, in the deep palace of the Forbidden City, the Empress Dowager insisted that Emperor Qianlong make Nara the Empress, despite all the opposition. This decision was like a huge rock thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples. The Empress Dowager knew clearly that Nara did not hold much weight in Qianlong's heart. This favor was more like a dream woven by the Empress Dowager, illusory and fragile.

The former glory of the Nara clan has long gone with the wind, leaving behind only mottled memories and endless loneliness. Nara, the newly promoted queen, sat on the magnificent throne, but seemed to be pressed by an invisible burden and could hardly stand up straight. Her eyes often unconsciously looked in the direction of the queen mother, who was her only support in the palace. The queen mother, a woman who had experienced many ups and downs, became an indispensable shelter in her life, allowing her to breathe in this treacherous harem.

Since last year, Emperor Qianlong's attitude has suddenly changed subtly. His courtesy to the empress has surpassed any time before, and his words and deeds reveal an indescribable flattery. This sudden change has caused a lot of discussion among the harem, especially Lingpin, who is full of confusion about the reason behind it. However, with the support of the empress dowager, the empress's power has been at its peak and is unstoppable.

The Queen Mother, a woman who seemed indifferent to fame and fortune, actually had a stronger desire for power than anyone else. Her family background was not prominent. Her father was only a fourth-rank official in the reigns of Emperor Kangxi and Emperor Yongzheng. When she first entered the palace, she was just a humble concubine and had never been favored by the previous emperor. Family background and favor were both unattainable dreams for her. Therefore, she could only pin all her hopes on power to protect herself from the harm of the court struggle.

Now, the Queen has the final say, and she is powerful and favored by the Emperor. None of this is what the Queen Mother wants to see. She secretly plans to find an opportunity to kill someone with a borrowed knife after returning to the palace, so that a bloody storm will be set off between the Queen Mother and the Queen. Lingpin's mind is full of calculations, and she dreams of being able to benefit from this fight.

However, Lingpin did not know that Qianlong's courtesy and favor to the queen was not out of love or pity, but because the queen gave birth to an outstanding daughter for him, Li Qingge. This secret, like an invisible wall, firmly blocked Lingpin's calculations.

Li Qingge, this name, has almost become a synonym for legend in the harem. She not only has a peerless beauty, but also has extraordinary wisdom and courage. Her appearance seems to have put an invisible armor on the queen, making her even more invincible in the struggle in the harem.

When the queen heard the news that the queen mother was about to return to the palace, her reaction was unusually calm. Although the queen mother was extremely noble and superior to the harem, in her eyes, all this was just a passing cloud. The Qing Dynasty was declining, and Qianlong was about to abdicate and become the emperor. With the issuance of the abdication edict, the noble status of the Niuhulu family would soon become a thing of the past.

The queen was not afraid because her daughter, Li Qingge, was right beside her. With Li Qingge, she seemed to own the whole world, and no calculations or conspiracies could shake her position. She firmly believed that as long as the mother and daughter worked hand in hand, nothing could stop them from moving forward.

Some people may ask, if Qianlong passed the throne to Li Qingge, wouldn't Niuhulu still be the grandmother? The emperor's mother is the empress dowager, and the emperor's grandmother is the grand empress dowager. In the strict hierarchy of the royal family, shouldn't the grand empress dowager suppress the empress dowager (retired empress) more?
However, this perception is totally wrong. In the harem, if there are two women of noble status, and both are the emperor's grandmothers, in terms of nobility, the Grand Empress Dowager has the highest status, followed by the Mother Empress Dowager, and the Holy Mother Empress Dowager has the lowest status. But in terms of actual power, the Holy Mother Empress Dowager has the greatest power. Because their power comes from the emperor, from etiquette and law, and is an extension of the imperial power. Because of this, whoever the emperor is close to will have the greatest power.

Although the Grand Empress Dowager is the emperor's grandmother and is extremely honorable, since ancient times, there have been few cases of close relatives between generations. The emperor has many children and grandchildren, so it is difficult to get close to them. The Empress Dowager is the emperor's legal mother, and her status is higher than that of the biological mother in terms of etiquette and law. However, people are made of flesh and blood, and without blood ties, it is difficult to get close to her no matter how high her status is, unless the prince has been raised by his legal mother since childhood.

The Holy Mother Empress Dowager was different. She was the biological mother of the emperor. A mother is honored by her son, and a son is honored by his mother. Since ancient times, mother and son have been a community of interests. If the mother is favored and becomes the empress, the son will be legitimate; if the son becomes the emperor, the mother, who was originally a concubine, can become the empress dowager in turn. The mother-son relationship and common interests make the royal mother and son the closest people in the world.

Therefore, when the son becomes the emperor, the power of the Holy Mother Empress Dowager will be unprecedentedly strong. Although the Grand Empress Dowager and the Mother Empress Dowager can suppress the Holy Mother Empress Dowager in terms of etiquette and law, they can still be arrogant with the support of the emperor's son. If the grandmother and the stepmother join forces to bully the biological mother, the biological mother will definitely complain to her son. Filial piety is supreme, so the emperor naturally cannot do anything to the grandmother and the stepmother, but he can bully their family members, and demotion and exile are both means. If the emperor wants to convict someone, why worry about not finding a reason?
This will surely make the grandmother and stepmother who bullied her mother restless. The grandmother and stepmother are so angry that they accuse the emperor of being unfilial. Do they want to plead for their family members? The harem is not allowed to interfere in politics! Demotion is the power of the emperor, and women in the harem are not allowed to intervene. This is the advantage of the Holy Mother Empress Dowager. If you bully me, I will let my son deal with your family members. Let's see who is more uncomfortable.

Because of this, the people who held power in all dynasties were all empress dowagers, and most of them were the biological mothers of the emperors. After Wu Zetian usurped the Tang Dynasty, why was she not liquidated after her death? The reason is that she was the mother of Emperor Li Xian. When Liu E was in power, she was fully capable of emulating Wu Zetian and becoming an empress, so why did she finally give up? The most important reason is that she was not the biological mother of Song Renzong and had no blood relationship. It would be a pleasure to be an emperor during one's lifetime, but I am afraid that you will die without a complete corpse in the future.

"A Dream of Red Mansions" is known as the encyclopedia of feudal society, and it also has a detailed description of this. Everyone wonders why Mrs. Wang doesn't like her own grandson Jia Lan and treats Li Wan and her son so harshly? The fundamental reason is that in the feudal era, mother and son are the closest. If Jia Lan inherits the family business, Li Wan will become the mistress of the family, and she, the grandmother, will retreat to the second line. But if she supports Jia Baoyu, it will be different. He is her own son and they are a complete community of interests. Only when Jia Baoyu comes to power can she become the mistress of Rongguo Mansion.

As a woman in the harem, the queen knew this truth very well. So she was not afraid that after Qianlong abdicated, Niuhulu would continue to suppress her as the Grand Empress Dowager. The Grand Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager, after all, it all depends on who is closer to the person in power. Li Qingge is her daughter, and her attitude towards Li Qingge is far better than that of Qianlong, her biological father, not to mention her adopted grandmother who is two generations apart.

In the harem, everyone is calculating for their own benefit. Only Qianlong, the filial son, sincerely hopes that the empress dowager can come back. He keeps looking forward to it, and finally, the Nianhulu Huanhuan who shined in the palace fight of "Yongzheng Cup" is about to come back.

As the day of the Queen Mother's return approaches, the atmosphere in the Forbidden City becomes increasingly tense. Although Empress Nara still appears dignified and virtuous on the surface, her heart is in turmoil. She knows that the return of the Queen Mother will surely bring a new storm to the harem. And she, as the Queen, must protect her daughter and her people in this storm.

The day when the Queen Mother returned to the palace, the sun was shining brightly, and every brick and tile in the Forbidden City seemed to be coated with a layer of golden light. The Queen Mother, dressed in a luxurious dress, slowly walked into the palace gate. Her eyes were sharp and deep, as if she could see through people's hearts. Empress Nara led the harem to welcome the return of the Queen Mother. They all had their own calculations in their hearts, but on the surface, they all remained respectful and humble.

After the Queen Mother returned to the palace, the situation in the harem became more delicate. Although she treated the Queen with courtesy on the surface, she was secretly weakening the Queen's power. The Queen did not sit still and wait for death. She used her wisdom and means to cleverly resolve the Queen Mother's attacks again and again. In this silent struggle, Li Qingge became the Queen's most solid backing. Her intelligence and decisiveness made the Queen's position in the harem more stable.

However, the struggle in the harem is never smooth. The undercurrent between the Queen Mother and the Queen makes everyone in the harem feel unprecedented pressure. Lingpin and others are also secretly waiting for an opportunity to move, trying to find their own foothold in this struggle.

In this war without gunpowder, everyone is fighting for their own interests. And Li Qingge, this outstanding princess, gradually showed her talent and charm in this struggle. She not only became the queen's right-hand man, but also won the respect and love of everyone in the harem.