Zhu Xiong Ying could now understand more and more the feelings of Crown Prince Zhu Biao and Crown Princess Chang back then.

His beloved son is lively and adorable, though a little mischievous, but he is, after all, his own flesh and blood. Zhu Xiong Ying also believes he can take good care of his son and be an excellent father.

But now things are really messed up; the chubby son has been taken away. Although Old Zhu didn't explicitly say that he would personally take care of Zhu Wenying from now on, it seems that this trend is already emerging. It seems that Old Zhu really wants to keep his beloved son by his side.

As for what the Crown Prince might be thinking at this time, Zhu Yuanzhang felt there was no need to care too much.

Because there will be many matters to attend to in the court, Old Zhu felt that his grandson certainly wouldn't have the energy for them. He should focus on handling matters of the court; matters like having offspring naturally need to be taken seriously, but there's no need to worry too much about it.

As for what the Crown Princess might think, to be honest, Old Zhu didn't really care. Of course, he respected Xu Miaoqing; she was his granddaughter-in-law. But deep down, Old Zhu also considered Xu Miaoqing an 'outsider.' He only gave Xu Miaoqing a kind look out of respect for Zhu Xiong Ying and Zhu Wen Yin.

As for the rest, Old Zhu doesn't necessarily care much about them; he doesn't need to care about so many things now.

It was originally because of Xu Yungong's arrogant behavior that the Crown Prince was implicated and confined to the Eastern Palace. However, news soon spread that the Crown Prince had been reprimanded, apparently for being 'unkind' or something similar.

Now that's a good thing, many people are starting to have wild speculations. Is the Crown Prince's position really in jeopardy?

After sleeping in late and finishing washing up, Zhu Xiong Ying looked at Lian Qiong Qiong and asked, "Is the imperial physician coming to take my pulse today?"

Lian Qiongqiong replied with a smile, "It is today. My pulse is stable, Your Highness need not worry."

“I know you prefer quiet, but you still need to move around a bit.” While eating millet porridge, Zhu Xiong Ying said to Lian Qiong Qiong, “Giving birth is physically demanding, and you can’t do it if you don’t have the stamina.”

Lian Qiongqiong smiled, feeling very sweet inside. "Your Highness, I walk around for half an hour every day."

Half an hour is an hour, neither too much nor too little. Zhu Xiong Ying felt there was no problem, especially considering that many women in this era spend their pregnancy resting. Lian Qiongqiong being able to obediently walk slowly for half an hour every day is quite a good thing.

After having breakfast with Lian Qiongqiong, Zhu Xiong Ying stretched and prepared to return to Chunhe Palace for a while. Although he was confined to the East Palace, it didn't mean that Zhu Xiong Ying was doing nothing but indulging in romantic escapades with his wives and concubines.

Upon returning to Chunhe Palace, Zhu Xiong Ying was speechless as he watched a chubby child running around happily.

Xu Miaoqing also saw Zhu Xiong Ying and immediately said with a smile, "Consort Ning personally brought Yin'er back. The Emperor had to attend the morning court, and Yin'er was crying and making a fuss. The Emperor also gave an imperial decree that Yin'er should stay in the Qianqing Palace."

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded, somewhat speechless, and said, "Grandpa really loves to make trouble, picking you up and dropping you off every day without finding it too much trouble."

Xu Miaoqing dared not respond to that, otherwise it would be a great disrespect.

Suddenly, Zhu Xiong Ying remembered that Old Zhu's actions might not necessarily be because he wanted to take care of Zhu Wen Yin personally. Perhaps it was just to get used to the situation, and it was actually just a transitional process.

This is not just about getting Lao Zhu used to these things; it's also about getting Zhu Wenyin used to them.

The relocation of the capital will soon begin in full swing, and Zhu Xiong Ying will undoubtedly lead all the civil and military officials to move the capital to Beiping. Xu Miao Qing will naturally follow as well. As for young Zhu, he is still too young to endure the arduous journey, and besides, Old Zhu will need someone to accompany him.

Little Zhu is currently living in the Qianqing Palace, which is probably in preparation for the relocation of the capital. This little guy needs to start getting used to being away from his parents and living with his great-grandfather.

Thinking of all this, Zhu Xiong Ying could only sigh, clearly feeling quite helpless.

Now, his son still returns to the Eastern Palace during the day, so Zhu Xiong Ying still has plenty of opportunities to play with his chubby son. But once the capital is moved, he might not be able to see his chubby son for a year or two, and even letters home might become impossible.

Who told Little Zhu to only like destroying flowers, provoking big green caterpillars, and studying little ants? This kid is a real troublemaker!

Knowing these things, Zhu Xiong Ying didn't intend to tell Xu Miao Qing, lest she worry. Some things are just like that; even if they couldn't bear to part with their child, the affairs of the nation were such that Zhu Xiong Ying and Xu Miao Qing had no choice but to accept them.

It would be best if you could accept it, but if you can't, you have no choice but to accept it.

Seeing that it was almost time, Zhu Xiong Ying said to Wang Cheng En, "Since I am under house arrest, it is inconvenient for me to go out. Go to the Wu Ying Hall and fetch some memorials. Also, ask His Majesty if he has any instructions."

Wang Chengen was stunned for a moment, then overjoyed, "Yes!"

As Zhu Xiong Ying's personal eunuch, Wang Chengen's position was naturally quite extraordinary. He certainly didn't believe that the Crown Prince's position had been shaken by the Duke of Wei; he didn't believe His Highness's position could be so easily compromised.

However, the fact that the Crown Prince was under house arrest was undeniable, and Wang Chengen couldn't help but ponder these matters. In fact, many people in the palace had been discussing this privately these past two days. Inevitably, some rumors had spread, and many people were gloating, feeling that the Crown Prince's treatment was deserved.

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