When the family of three appeared before everyone, everyone looked over.

Some were envious, some were amazed, and some were filled with emotion...

Who would have thought that the princess and the general would get together, have a child so quickly, and live a happy life together?

Xiao Ji: "Today is my son's one-month celebration, and I am extremely grateful that everyone could come..."

Having to say the polite words, Shang Changge linked arms with Xiao Ji at her side, her face beaming with the poise and elegance of a matriarch.

Little Xiao Li lay in his father's arms, his clear, bright eyes looking at his father, then his mother, then this person, then that person.

For a human infant just one month old, everything in this world is fascinating.

After Xiao Ji finished his polite remarks, Shang Changge also said a few words. Neither of them were the type to waste time with small talk, so this part of the conversation ended quickly.

As soon as it ended, everyone eagerly gathered around to see today's little star.

"Li'er, come here. Let Grandpa hold you and look at our Li'er..."

Xiao Zhen, who was nearby, was the first to come over.

He was overjoyed to receive his grandson from his son's arms, showing none of the quiet and reserved demeanor he displayed in front of Xiao Ji.

Perhaps this is what is meant by the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren.

Xiao Zhen hugged him, and everyone gathered around.

Xiao Zhen, this retired general, is much easier to get along with and approach than the Princess and the General.

With so many people, there were many praises.

"Look how adorable the young master is! Oh, did he understand that I was praising him? Look, he's smiling at me! My heart is pounding...!"

"The young master resembles both the general and the princess; he's sure to grow up to be a handsome young man!"

"Not afraid of strangers at such a young age, yet possessing the ability to remain calm under pressure, he is destined for great things in the future, who knows, he might just be the next great general of our Qingyan!"

Such praises arose one after another.

Shang Changge and Xiao Ji stood side by side in the crowd, their eyes never leaving their child.

Hearing all this flattery makes me want to laugh, but as parents, we still have a filter on our children:

Yes, that's right.

Look at the little guy, so content being surrounded and praised by everyone. Why can't he be a great person when he grows up?

Little Xiao Li was not only completely at ease but also thoroughly enjoying himself. Everyone looked at him with curiosity, and he, in turn, looked at everyone with curiosity.

And as his name suggests, he is extremely polite. He smiles and hums back whenever someone greets him.

They laughed and joked like that for quite a while.

About fifteen minutes later, Xiao Li fell into Shang Changze's arms.

"Time flies so fast, my little nephew is already a month old, and this time next year..."

"Hahoo!"

Just as Shang Changze finished his reflections, the baby, barely a month old and lacking energy, yawned adorably in his uncle's arms.

Everyone was amused.

Shang Changze also laughed.

Murong Yu seized the opportunity to step forward: "Your Majesty, this old minister has noticed your fondness for children. And since you are of marriageable age, perhaps..."

Several ministers who were following Murong Yu also wanted to speak up in agreement, but they were unable to do so.

Shang Changze handed the young Xiao Li over to Shang Xuanzhi, who was crowding around wanting to hug his little nephew, and spoke up before the other ministers could:

“Grandfather, let’s not discuss state affairs today. Besides, Father Emperor and Mother Empress…”

Shang Changze didn't say the words "the mourning period is not over" and skipped over them before continuing.

"We can discuss this later; there's no rush."

Murong Yu sighed, seemingly just mentioning it casually and not taking it to heart since he didn't get the answer he wanted. In reality, the old man was deeply worried.

Several ministers shared the same thought as the old man: what kind of country is it if the ruler, at this age, doesn't hurry up and get married and have children? Sigh! Sigh!

"This is my uncle, and this is also my uncle. This is my aunt, and this is also my aunt."

Shang Xuanzhi was holding little Xiao Li and playing with the other invited princes and princesses; the atmosphere was quite pleasant.

My nephew Xiao Li is very polite and respectful to his aunts and uncles. Even while yawning, he still wants to play with them.

"Na na~ Na ya na da~"

Human babies haven't learned to speak yet; they can only speak baby talk in a soft, babyish voice.

Apart from Shang Xuanzhi, the other princes and princesses rarely interacted with Shang Changge, their eldest sister.

I came here today with mixed feelings. But seeing my little nephew's innocent and adorable appearance, my mood gradually brightened, and a genuine smile appeared on my face.

She tried to tease her nephew like Shang Xuanzhi, but it was just teasing; no one reached out to hold him or asked to be held.

Firstly, Shang Xuanzhi seemed unwilling to let go easily; secondly, it was fine to tease him, but if he were to be picked up and something happened, they would have a hard time explaining themselves.

Unlike Xuanzhi, they have only a general relationship with their eldest sister and second brother, and they have to be more careful in their words and actions.

"Hahoo~ Hahoo~"

After about half a cup of tea's time, little Xiao Li couldn't hold on any longer and yawned several times in a row, feeling extremely sleepy.

It can't speak or sleep on its own; it can only sniffle and prepare to cry at the top of its lungs.

Shang Xuanzhi often came to hold the little guy, but seeing that the little guy's mouth was still pouting, he dared not tease him anymore and strode towards Xiao Jishang Changge.

"Royal sister! Your little nephew is sleepy, hurry!"

"Good boy, don't cry, don't cry. Are you sleepy? Let Mommy hug you. We'll go to sleep after we shave your baby hair..."

Shang Changge smiled as she took the little one, gently coaxing him and patting him lightly through the swaddling clothes.

According to Qingyan's custom, the father shaves the baby's hair. It's unclear whether the baby was too tired or simply didn't want their hair shaved off.

Anyway, once his baby hair was shaved off, his mother's coaxing was no longer effective, and little Xiao Li's crying was deafening.

"Waaaaah!"

"Hehehe, waaaaaaahhhhhh—!"

Everyone smiled kindly and, according to custom, said some auspicious blessings for the child. One person said one thing and another said another, making the large hall lively and harmonious.

After the baby's hair is shaved, the banquet can begin.

Guests took their seats one after another at the invitation of Xiao Zhen and others. After the guests were seated, the servants served fine wine and delicacies to the table.

This way.

Xiao Ji took his son, whose crying had gradually subsided, from Shang Changge's arms, and calmly and composedly coaxed his son to sleep, as if he hadn't been the one who had just shaved off his son's baby hair.

Tuanzi needed to sleep, so they couldn't stay in the noisy environment any longer. The couple took their child back to their room.

On the way back to the house.

Shang Changge only laughed out loud after her son fell asleep, deliberately poking at the man's heart:

Do you think Li'er will hold a grudge against you for shaving his head?

Xiao Ji's imposing figure stiffened, clearly still concerned about whether his son would hold a grudge against him for this incident, but he quickly shook his head and said firmly:

"No, he's too young to remember."

Shang Changge: "Indeed."

Looking at Xiao Ji with a smile, she said bluntly, "You clearly care a lot about whether your son likes you as his father, so why don't you say or express it?"

General Xiao knew how to lull children to sleep and play with them; he was dedicated and patient in learning and doing everything related to children.

They never say anything to their children that would foster a better father-son relationship, which often leads to silence between them.

When the baby was still in her womb, Xiao Ji would still say a few words to the baby because she was going to experience the pain of childbirth.

After the baby was born, Xiao Ji spoke less to the baby. The most frequent interaction between father and son was when the baby smiled. Xiao Ji was also moved to smile lovingly at the baby.

Xiao Ji did not answer, because several servants followed behind them.

Once they returned to the room, leaving only the two of them inside, they placed the sleeping Tuanzi on the large bed and covered her with a light blanket.

Xiao Ji hugged Shang Changge and buried his face in the woman's shoulder and neck before tearfully revealing his feelings:

"I don't know how to get along with Li'er."