Chapter 2033 Imperial Uncle, the World is Now in My Hands (22)

His heart raced, but Shen Linyuan didn't turn around; instead, his ears turned bright red.

It looks like it's perfectly ripe.

But he still managed to say, "It's just a normal physiological reaction, Your Majesty, please don't misunderstand."

"Oh, so your reaction time is a bit long, isn't it?"

Si Jin's voice came from behind. Before Shen Linyuan could reply, Si Jin hugged him again.

Warm breath lingered beside his ear, and the emperor chuckled softly, asking wickedly, "Ears, is that a normal reaction too?"

Shen Linyuan was being pushed to his limit.

He had originally planned to install a puppet emperor for himself, but how could this person possibly be his puppet?

Moreover, even if they were to get together, their identities and genders would preclude any future together.

It's better to cut off the child's naive thoughts sooner rather than later.

His Adam's apple bobbed, and the Regent opened his mouth, decisively changing the subject: "Last night I had a big argument with the Duke of Anguo, but I couldn't win. The First Prince has been released and will probably attend court tomorrow, waiting for your investiture ceremony. Be careful."

"Oh, I see."

"Um."

"As expected, you're preoccupied with thoughts of your eldest brother. Well then, I'll take my leave and not disturb your peaceful sleep, Uncle."

After saying that, Si Jin straightened up, coldly and calmly adjusted her collar, and strode away.

As he left, he even slammed the door shut with a loud "bang."

Shen Linyuan was somewhat...dazed upon hearing this.

His intention was to warn Si Jin to be careful of the First Prince and the Duke of Anguo.

Where has this child's thinking gone astray?

Did you think he liked the eldest prince?

The Regent frowned, pinching his temples in exasperation. Just as he was pondering whether to go and explain, he heard Granny Qi's voice outside, accompanied by a knock on the door.

"Your Highness, are you awake?"

"Granny Zhu requests an audience, saying she has something to discuss with you."

"Hmm." Shen Linyuan gave a muffled "hmm," stood up, and straightened his clothes. "Tell her to wait in the main hall."

"Yes, that's right."

Only after Granny Qi's footsteps faded into the distance did Shen Linyuan finish tying his hair up and head out.

If he remembered correctly, Granny Zhu was a spy planted by the Duke of Anguo by his side. He had kept her around to pass on false information to the Duke of Anguo.

What is the purpose of this visit this time?

Forget it, I don't want to think about her. I'd rather use this time to think about how to coax the child.

… …

In the main hall, Shen Linyuan slowly sat down. After drinking a cup of tea, he understood the purpose of Granny Zhu's visit.

He put down his teacup and relented: "You want to volunteer to teach His Majesty etiquette?"

"Yes." The old woman bowed her head and bowed, deep wrinkles etched at the corners of her eyes: "His Majesty has just ascended the throne, and there were no tutors in the palace before, so he is inevitably unfamiliar with many rules."

"However, I served the ladies in the palace for a period of time before, so I know a bit about etiquette. Being by His Majesty's side, I can also help the prince take care of him."

"Oh?" Shen Linyuan raised an eyebrow slightly. Did she mean to imply that she could go and monitor Si Jin and report back?

“Alright.” Shen Linyuan waved his hand readily. “Then go and pack your things. I will mention it to His Majesty tomorrow.”

"Thank you, Your Highness." Granny Zhu hurriedly bowed, and almost couldn't help but burst out laughing as she left.

Excellent! Once she enters the palace, we can, according to Duke Anguo's wishes, use the guise of teaching to severely punish Nangong Sijin.

Then just say you were sent by the regent, and that little bitch won't dare to resist.

If she was severely abused, Duke Anguo would be pleased and would naturally reward her handsomely.

Granny Zhu walked with light steps, as if the road in front of her was a broad avenue leading to glory and wealth.

This puzzled Qi, the old woman who brought the tea: "Your Highness, His Majesty is actually quite good, so why did you... send her away?"

Shen Linyuan seemed completely oblivious to Qi Mama's message, a slight smile playing on his lips as he casually stroked his teacup.

A moment later, he asked in a harsh voice, "Guess how many days Granny Zhu can live in the palace?"