Although Madam Ye didn't know much about the other people, she knew the old Duke.
"Xiaoxiao, your grandfather is old and I'm afraid he can't teach two children."
"Besides, our Ye family now has considerable influence both in and outside the court."
"If your grandfather were to return to the palace to teach the two children, it would only arouse unnecessary suspicion over time."
The old duke had been suspected by the emperor once when he was young. If the old duke had not handed over his power in advance, the Qin family might not have survived until now.
Now, although Shangguan Lingyun dotes on Ye Xiaoxiao very much, a man's heart is the most fickle, especially an emperor.
If Shangguan Lingyun had other thoughts about Ye Xiaoxiao or other women in the future, Mrs. Ye couldn't imagine it.
Ye Pengcheng was silent for a while and then nodded in agreement.
"Your mother is right. As the saying goes, a tall tree attracts the wind. Your grandfather is indeed not suitable to be an official anymore."
"Besides, he's old now, so it's time for him to enjoy his retirement."
Ye Xiaoxiao thought about it and felt that what they said made some sense, so she gave up the idea of letting the old Duke be the Grand Tutor.
However, except for Qin Lei, she had rarely seen the remaining people, so she had no clue for the time being.
"Father, Mother, the child is still young, there is no need to rush. I will discuss this matter with His Majesty after I return."
"I just came here to take a look today. It's getting late, so I'll go back first."
Ye Pengcheng did not try to keep her, but stood up and took everyone to see her off.
Before leaving, Ye Xiaoxiao smiled friendly at Princess Xinya.
After returning to the palace, Ye Xiaoxiao eliminated the Duke of Protector from the list of candidates for the position of Grand Tutor.
Shangguan Lingyun understood their concerns as soon as he heard them, but he did not force them.
Since the old Duke was not capable, he discussed with her to let Wang Muzhe temporarily become the Prince's tutor.
Ye Xiaoxiao did not object, "The child is still young anyway, let him try."
"If that doesn't work, just wait until the child is older and choose again."
"However, I still think it would be a good idea to let cousin Qin Lei teach them martial arts when they are a little older."
"Especially Yangyang. As a boy, he must be able to protect himself and his family when he grows up."
Shangguan Lingyun did not object, so Wang Muzhe and Qin Lei were temporarily chosen as the Prince's Tutor.
After the candidate was selected, Shangguan Lingyun sent someone to convey the news to the empress dowager.
Concubine Jing was talking to the eldest princess. When the eldest princess heard that Qin Lei would become the prince's tutor, the teacup in her hand paused.
Concubine Jing looked at her daughter in confusion.
"Ruo Wei, what's wrong? Is there something wrong?"
Shangguan Ruowei came back to her senses and immediately shook her head.
"Mother, there's nothing wrong. I just think it's a little too early for the child."
Concubine Jing shook her head. "It's not too early. Children of the royal family will start to learn from the time they are old enough to understand."
"Although the child is still young, children grow up very quickly."
"The Crown Prince's tutor is related to the future teaching of the Crown Prince, so naturally he must be selected in advance and given much consideration."
Shangguan Ruowei knew all this, but she didn't quite understand why Ye Xiaoxiao chose Qin Lei.
"Wang Muzhe is not bad. Although he is not an official in the court, his character and knowledge are beyond reproach."
"I haven't heard that this young master of the Qin family has any outstanding qualities. Why did His Majesty and His Majesty choose him?"
Concubine Jing and the Empress Dowager smiled at each other, then looked at Shangguan Ruowei.
"Ruo Wei, you seem to have some prejudice against this Mr. Qin."
"Why, did he do something to upset you?"
Shangguan Ruowei recalled her first encounter with Qin Lei in the Imperial Garden, and an ambiguous smile flashed across her face.
"How could that be, Mother? I just heard that the young master of the Qin family is a playboy, and I'm afraid he will lead the two little grandchildren astray."
It would have been fine if the princess hadn't said anything, but after her explanation, Concubine Jing felt that there was something wrong with Shangguan Ruowei.
"Ruo Wei, you never paid attention to the affairs of these young masters from aristocratic families before."
"Why is it a little different today?"
Shangguan Ruowei suddenly realized that the more she explained, the worse it got, so she simply stopped explaining.
"That's not the case, Mother. You're overthinking it."
The Empress Dowager and Concubine Jing covered their lips and chuckled, which made Shangguan Ruowei feel embarrassed.
"Mother, Queen Mother, you are really something. I won't say anything more to you. Ruo Wei will take her leave."
Shangguan Ruowei stood up and left after she finished speaking, not giving Concubine Jing and the Queen Mother any chance to make fun of her.
In the imperial study, Shangguan Lingyun immediately asked Eunuch Yu to draft an imperial edict and send it to the Qin and Wang families respectively.
When Qin Lei received the news, a bitter smile flashed across his face, and then he felt relieved.
The Wang family reacted more strongly, especially Old Master Wang.
When the Wang family saw Eunuch Yu coming to the Wang family, they were quite frightened at first.
But only after the eunuch finished reading the imperial edict did everyone come back to their senses from their shock.
Wang Muzhe stood up to receive the order, and Old Master Wang came to Eunuch Yu with a smile.
"Eunuch Yu has worked hard. Someone, come and serve him some tea."
Eunuch Yu looked at Old Master Wang who came to him quickly and spoke with some concern.
"Master Wang, please slow down and be careful not to fall."
Old Master Wang's wrinkled face couldn't be lowered no matter how hard he tried.
"It's nothing, it's nothing. The old man is just too happy. I'm sorry to have embarrassed you, Eunuch Yu."
"It is truly a blessing for Muzhe that His Majesty trusts him. Please come in, Eunuch Yu."
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