The Grand Empress Dowager, upon learning that Consort Ming had given birth to the Fifth Prince, bestowed upon her a pair of jade ruyi.
They were the finest quality jade ruyi, exceedingly delicate and rare.
The Empress Dowager, somewhat surprised, followed suit by gifting a set of necklaces, also exquisitely made of purple gold inlaid with rubies.
The Empress then rewarded Ye Zao with a set of headdresses and ten bolts of fabric.
Consort Qi and Consort Song had initially prepared their gifts.
But now, it seemed inappropriate.
In an instant, Consort Ming's status had become as honorable as Consort Qi's; to continue with the planned gifts would be an affront.
Thus, Consort Qi had no choice but to change the gifts into congratulatory presents and sent them to Jinyu Pavilion; this time, they were called celebration gifts.
Moreover, Consort Qi was now of a lower rank compared to Consort Ming.
The others, Noble Lady Xi and Noble Lady Geng, also sent celebratory gifts.
