Chapter 44 Think whatever you want

When the Seventh Prince arrived at the Duke of Dingguo's mansion to study, quite a few people were indeed watching him.

When the Shangguan family found out, Lord Shangguan was a little worried.

The tutor at the Duke of Dingguo's mansion was arranged by him, and he usually taught about the imperial examinations.

What did the imperial examinations test?

The interpretation of the Four Books and Five Classics.

But can the princes learn the same things as ordinary officials?

Lord Shangguan even wanted to bring out the tutor who originally taught the Seventh Prince from the palace.

But Old Master Shangguan didn't think so.

"These are things we don't need to worry about."

Jin Yatou definitely has her own ideas.

If they really wanted to arrange a tutor for the Seventh Prince, Jin'er would definitely have sent someone to say so.

She didn't say anything, so she must have her own reasons.

Furthermore, what do the tutors at the Duke of Dingguo's mansion teach? How could the imperial family not know?

If the imperial family truly wants the Seventh Prince to study diligently at the Duke of Dingguo's residence, then arrangements will be made.

"Since the imperial family hasn't made any arrangements, it means that their original intention wasn't for the students to study at the Duke of Dingguo's mansion," Old Master Shangguan said calmly.

Lord Shangguan also knew this trick, but...

"The Seventh Prince is twelve years old, which is the perfect time for him to begin his studies. If he doesn't have a suitable tutor at this age, it would be a waste of his time," Lord Shangguan sighed.

What should we teach?

Did he teach the seventh prince how to use the interpretations and principles of the Four Books and Five Classics to become the top scholar in the imperial examinations?

Or is it to enable the Seventh Prince to compose poems in seven steps, with every word he utters a masterpiece?

These are not matters for the prince.

If the princes already know all these things, what's the point of having those retainers and advisors?

What the Seventh Prince needs to learn is how to survive in those treacherous situations and how to protect himself!

And this is something that Jin Yatou can teach him.

"Do you understand?" Old Master Shangguan said solemnly.

Upon hearing this, Lord Shangguan suddenly realized what was going on.

Yes, what they and the Duke of Dingguo's mansion want to do is ensure the safety of the Seventh Prince, right?

As for the rest, whatever!

“Father, it is my ignorance that has led me astray,” Lord Shangguan sighed.

"It's not that you're ignorant, it's that you're caught up in it, and your concern makes you confused. Bo Li, we're all involved."

In the previous round, Yao Yatou sacrificed herself to break the deadlock, which led to the current situation.

"Now..." Old Master Shangguan couldn't continue.

Mentioning his youngest daughter, Lord Shangguan's eyes also reddened.

Similarly, in the palace, Emperor Xiao Jing was also listening to a report from a man in black.

"After the Seventh Prince entered the Duke of Dingguo's mansion, he was arranged to live in the courtyard of the Duke of Dingguo's eldest son, Shen Qingjun."

The seventh prince and the eldest prince ate and lived together and got along very well.

Furthermore, the teacher for tomorrow's lesson will still be the same teacher from the Duke of Dingguo's residence.

"Has no other tutor been hired?" Emperor Xiao Jing asked, slowly turning the pages of a book in his hand.

"No, that teacher even asked someone to inquire with the Duchess of Dingguo, but she said that the original teaching method should be followed exactly as it was taught."

After hearing what the man in black said, Emperor Xiao Jing was stunned for a moment.

"Alright, go down. Report any developments with the Seventh Prince immediately."

"Furthermore, the safety of the Seventh Prince and the Duke of Dingguo's mansion must be ensured. Whoever dares to make a move, kill them without asking for permission!" Emperor Xiao Jing said calmly.

The man in black agreed and left quickly.

Emperor Xiao Jing then put down the book in his hand and paced around the Qin Zheng Hall.

Emperor Xiao Jing paused for a moment after touching the jade pendant at his waist.

All he can do now is ensure his safety for life!

Meanwhile, the Crown Prince and the Prince of Qin also learned about the content of the Seventh Prince's studies tomorrow through their own channels.

Upon hearing this, the King of Qin immediately laughed.

"What can a child learn?"

Schools are places where people just get together to have fun.

Prepare some toys for children and send them over tomorrow.

"Oh, and don't send any food. But take some of all sorts of strange and wonderful things, any tributes from foreign lands, and send them over," the King of Qin instructed his queen.

Princess Qin smiled and agreed.

As for the Crown Prince, we need to pay a little more attention to him.

"Prepare four sets of fine writing implements. In addition to the one for Xiao Qi, prepare one for each of the three young masters of the Duke of Dingguo's mansion."

In addition, prepare some jewelry, hairpins, and rings.

Since we're already sending gifts, let's make sure they're complete. Prepare a copy for the Old Madam and a copy for the Duchess of Dingguo.

Xiao Qi is studying in someone else's home, which is causing them trouble.

"As the elder brother, of course I have to take care of him." The Crown Prince instructed the Crown Princess while changing his clothes.

The Crown Princess smiled and agreed.

"The Seventh Prince is kind and obedient, and will surely remember Your Highness's kindness."

The prince smiled.

Doesn't Father Emperor want to see brothers be friendly and respectful?

Isn't that simple?

Hopefully, when Xiao Qi grows up, he won't cause any trouble for himself! If he continues to be this well-behaved, he wouldn't mind ensuring him a lifetime of wealth and honor after ascending to the throne.

"Also, go to the palace tomorrow and ask which eunuch followed Xiao Qi into the Duke of Dingguo's mansion," the Crown Prince suddenly said.

The Crown Princess took the brocade robe that the Crown Prince had changed out of and handed it to the palace maid beside her. She then draped a casual robe over the Crown Prince.

"The Empress Dowager's side has already sent someone to tell me about this matter."

Tell Your Highness not to concern yourself with this matter.

The emperor personally assigned a young eunuch to accompany him.

"They are Father's men," the Crown Princess said.

Upon hearing this, the Crown Prince realized it was one of his father's people, and decided to let it go and stop keeping an eye on him.

"That's good. It seems Father still cares about Xiao Qi!" the Crown Prince said with a smile.

The Crown Princess smiled.

"Your Highness, when it comes to heartache, Father Emperor feels the most heartache for you."

If I didn't care about Your Highness, why would I be so strict with you?

The Emperor wanted His Highness to inherit the throne, which is why he did so many things.

Your Highness, think about it, now the Emperor is entrusting you with more and more political affairs, even involving you in important matters such as the appointment and removal of officials.

What could be more loving than this!

Your Highness, royal affection isn't measured by how many times you hug someone or how many smiles you give them.

"But who are we placing our hopes on!" the Crown Princess said slowly.

The Crown Prince smiled and grabbed the Crown Princess's hand, saying, "What's wrong? Did your maternal grandmother send you to deliver another message?"

However, the force was a bit too strong, and the Crown Princess felt a little pain in her hand.

"Your Highness, I dare not. This is what I think."

Your Highness is a man of great ambition, the future emperor, whose mind is always on matters of great importance to the people.

"Those trivial family matters are hardly of any interest to Your Highness!" The Crown Princess's heart skipped a beat, and she quickly put on a smiling face.

The crown prince then relaxed his grip.

"No one knows me better than my cousin!"

The Crown Princess breathed a sigh of relief, then helped the Crown Prince into the inner room.

Shangguan Jin didn't care what outsiders thought.

Anyway, whatever she does now will make people overthink.

What she was thinking now was why that Eunuch Hu had come to visit the Duke of Dingguo's mansion so late at night.