"It is the destiny of heaven, the emperor said. It is only thanks to Roujia that the palace is celebrated." "Translated into vernacular: In accordance with the will of God, the emperor issued an edict, hoping that the palace would continue to be auspicious and the harem would be gentle and virtuous. However, Niu Hulu and Zhen Huan came from a well-known family and were very docile and respectful. The kind-hearted Empress Dowager decreed that she be canonized as Concubine Xi.
Zhen Huan became pregnant with Yunli's flesh and blood, and planned to return to the palace in order to avenge Yunli. Before Zhen Huan returned to the palace, the queen learned the news and was unable to stop her. She specifically encouraged the emperor to carry out large-scale construction projects to welcome Zhen Huan back to the palace, which aroused criticism from the previous dynasty and internal and external opposition.
The emperor wanted Zhen Huan to return to the palace smoothly, so he changed Zhen Huan's surname to Niu Hulu, named her Concubine Xi, and called her the biological mother of the emperor's fourth son Hongli. Only then did Zhen Huan return to the palace.
Extended information:
In the biography of Zhen Huan, the edict used when canonizing the concubines is as follows:
When conferring Wan Concubine: Wan Concubine Zhen's family was granted by heaven. , taking the omen of the inner palace, I hope that in the future, I will cultivate my virtue and maintain a harmonious palace, and serve diligently to the descendants.
The Queen Mother’s last edict: (The last edict) The Queen Mother’s last edict: After the death of the Ai family, if the queen is guilty of disrespect, the emperor must remember: Ulanara cannot be deposed.
When Shilan was granted the title of Noble Concubine: It was a blessing from heaven. The emperor issued an edict: Concubine Hua, Nian, was born into the royal family. She held her bow and bowed solemnly. I accepted the empress dowager’s decree and registered her as a noble concubine. I hereby express my gratitude. .
When the Sixth Palace was sealed: It was a blessing from heaven. The emperor’s edict said: Concubine Duan of Jin is the imperial concubine, Concubine Jing is the concubine Jing, and she is responsible for the affairs of the six palaces in the same way as Concubine Xi. Concubine An is Concubine Li, and Concubine Xin is the concubine. In order to appreciate the concubine, Ning Gui is the concubine Ning, and Ying Changzai is the noble concubine. I appreciate this.
Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-The Legend of Zhen Huan