As a result, Wan Zhen’er and the Emperor were very excited. If Wan Zhen’er gave birth to a son, she would not only provide an heir to ensure the country’s continuation but could also, according to tradition, be granted a title and status.
Wan Zhen’er was overjoyed in her heart – she had given birth to a prince! A royal firstborn son! Tears, “gurgling” from the corners of Wan Zhen’er’s eyes, streaming like spring rain. These were tears of joy, happy tears. Wan Zhen’er thought that her years of effort, struggle, and dreams had finally become reality, truly and completely hers.
Ah, everything had turned sweet after bitterness.
The Emperor was equally ecstatic. Of course, everyone knew that Wan Zhen’er’s happiness was the Emperor’s happiness, her fortune was his fortune.
To celebrate the birth of his first beloved son and to please his beloved Wan Zhen’er, the Emperor spared no expense.
He commissioned officials from the Ministry of Rites to travel nationwide, bowing to Buddha three times, offering three incense sticks, greeting monks with “Amitabha”, and praying to the gods to bless his and Wan Zhen’er’s son – hoping he would grow tall, healthy, clever, and live a long, peaceful life.
Because of her successful childbirth, Wan Zhen’er was rapidly promoted from a first-rank concubine to Imperial Consort, just half a step from becoming Empress. With her new status, she moved to the more well-equipped Zhao De Palace. Suddenly, thirty-eight-year-old Wan Zhen’er was at the height of her power and influence.
Indeed, because Wan Zhen’er became a popular star, her family rode her coattails and also rose to prominence, becoming rocket-level cadres. First, Wan Zhen’er’s father Wan Gui, this time truly becoming noble – not just noble, but billionaire noble.
Who knows how many people who previously looked down on this criminal’s family now regret not recognizing his potential. Wan Gui’s life changed dramatically, becoming the current emperor’s father-in-law, honored as imperial nobility. In his seventies or eighties, nearly needing a walking stick, he surprisingly obtained the position of Chief Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.
One person’s success raised the entire family.
Glory and wealth were shared by family members, with no one left behind.
