In the martial arts world, he threatens Yin Susu from the start.

Although she knew that Wutian was very powerful and that the "Net of Deception" was also terrifying.

However, they lacked a clear understanding of the Qing Dynasty's strength.

Let alone the fake Empress Dowager, even Emperor Kangxi couldn't do anything about him.

Gu Hanyuan said with amusement:

"Don't worry, your mother won't object."

Chapter 588: In front of Jianning, and the real and fake Empress Dowagers...

Gu Hanyuan led the bewildered Jianning towards Ciren Palace.

Jianning discovered that the palace maids and eunuchs in Ciren Palace had been dismissed.

Her doubts grew stronger.

When Jianning met the Empress Dowager, she was surprised to see her chatting intimately with a woman she had never seen before.

The woman was a bit older.

Her demeanor was neither that of a palace maid nor a nanny.

However, Jianning unexpectedly felt a sense of closeness to her.

The woman was Mao Dongzhu.

And the Empress Dowager was a true Empress Dowager.

After last night's pampering, the Empress Dowager was no longer pale and haggard.

Her complexion was rosy, and her skin was much smoother.

She does retain some of the charm of her youth, but with an added touch of mature elegance.

The reason for this current situation can be traced back to last night.

After Gu Hanyuan left last night.

Mao Dongzhu explained to the Empress Dowager Wutian's infamous identity and deeds.

This caused the Empress Dowager to exclaim in surprise.

Mao Dongzhu keenly perceived the complex emotions the Empress Dowager harbored beyond fear.

Fear is only natural.

Compared to Jianning, who was completely unaware of the situation in the Qing Dynasty, the Empress Dowager knew better how terrifying the immortals on land were.

Unfortunately, she was also unaware of the existence of the "Qing Ancestral Hall".

Although the Empress Dowager was imprisoned by Mao Dongzhu.

However, Mao Dongzhu would casually talk about some things while feeding her.

Therefore, the Empress Dowager was well aware of the difficult situation Kangxi was in.

Even Kangxi's thoughts on Wutian can be gleaned from this.

We will absolutely spare no effort to win him over.

Queen Mother's speculation.

Even if Emperor Kangxi found out that she had lost her virginity, he would not turn against Wutian.

The most likely explanation is that he's asking her to help win over Wutian.

And even if one day Kangxi and Wutian turn against each other.

Her most likely fate would be to drink a cup of poison and announce to the public that she died of illness.

This is also the most likely fate that the Tongjia sisters will face.

After all, royal scandals are absolutely not allowed to be leaked.

Of course, Gu Hanyuan would not allow such an outcome either.

When he turned against Kangxi, it was the time when he annexed the Qing Dynasty and Kangxi died.

The Empress Dowager was completely unaware of Gu Hanyuan's thoughts.

Therefore, it is only natural that she would be even more afraid.

However, the Empress Dowager's fear of Wutian stemmed from her own status.

However, besides being the Empress Dowager, she was also a woman.

Empress Dowager Borjigit was from the Khorchin tribe.

They were among the few tribes that submitted to the Qing Dynasty and were hostile to the Mongol Yuan Dynasty.

The Khorchin region is located in southern Mongolia, bordering the Qing Dynasty, and can receive support from the Qing Dynasty at any time.

Therefore, it became the front line of the Qing Dynasty's resistance against the Mongol Yuan Dynasty.

Since the founding of the Qing Dynasty, the Khorchin tribe has produced several empresses.

Furthermore, Empress Xiaozhuang was also from the Khorchin tribe.

It is easy to imagine how close the relationship was between the Khorchin tribe and the Qing Dynasty.

Kangxi also had two concubines from the Khorchin tribe in his harem.

They are Consort Hui and Consort Xuan, respectively.

Neither of the two women was an empress, nor even a concubine.

This is because for Emperor Kangxi at this time, winning over internal forces is more important than resisting external pressure.

Therefore, the marriage partners were mostly daughters of important Manchu officials.

Empress Hesheri was the granddaughter of the regent, Soni.

The Khorchin tribe is known as the pearl of the grasslands, and has been famous for its beautiful women for generations.

Empress Xiaozhuang even caused Huang Taiji and Dorgon to compete for her affections.

Empress Dowager Borjigit was also a beauty of the Khorchin tribe.

Even as she gets older, she remains a graceful and charming woman.

Even though she had been imprisoned by Mao Dongzhu for so long, resulting in her looking haggard and physically weak, she could still arouse Gu Hanyuan's interest.

This shows just how beautiful Borjigit was during her prime.

However, Emperor Shunzhi ignored Empress Borjigit and favored Consort Dong'e.

He even proposed deposing the empress and making Consort Dong'e the empress instead.

Borjigit had no children in his lifetime.

This shows that Emperor Shunzhi neglected him.

Although Borjigit loved Emperor Shunzhi, she was also a woman.

She was not favored when she was young and remained a widow for many years.

Last night's experience, while making her feel guilty, also opened a new door for her.

I never imagined that there could be such beauty in the world.

Even the image of Emperor Shunzhi in my mind has faded considerably.

Mao Dongzhu noticed Borjigit's psychological changes through some subtle clues.

She felt a mixture of amusement and jealousy.

However, she was more willing to win over Borjigit than to be jealous.

Therefore, she suggested:

“I can release you, and even restore your status as Empress Dowager. But you cannot reveal the truth of these past years and work for my master. Otherwise, you know what will happen to you.”

Borjigit was surprised, but agreed without hesitation.

She didn't want to go back to that dark and gloomy cubicle.

As for Mao Dongzhu's request.

If it weren't for what happened last night, she might have considered finding an opportunity to secretly expose herself to Emperor Kangxi.

But after what happened last night, she dared not do it again.

Therefore, she readily agreed.

Seeing this, Mao Dongzhu breathed a sigh of relief.

Although Borjigit only verbally agreed.

However, considering the current situation, it is highly credible.

However, she was also a little uneasy that Wutian would blame her for acting on her own.

To avoid blame, and also for their own purposes.

Mao Dongzhu said with a slightly flushed face: