Chapter 305: I Will Live Up to My Father's Trust
Imperial study.
After Xiao Mocheng entered the imperial study, he knelt down and kowtowed, saying, "Your Highness greets your Majesty!"
Xiao Junze looked up and put down the memorial in his hand, "Cheng'er is here, please get up quickly."
"Thank you, Father."
Xiao Junze stood up and walked to the tea table, greeting him warmly: "Cheng'er, come and sit down, let's have a good chat."
Xiao Mocheng: "......"
Father, what do you mean?
I see, you want to take this opportunity to teach your son a lesson!
"Yes, father." Xiao Mocheng responded and walked to the tea table to sit down.
After Steward Ji brewed the tea, he bowed and left the imperial study.
It was the first time that the father and son sat together alone and talked, and the atmosphere was inexplicably awkward.
In order to ease the atmosphere, Xiao Junze picked up the teacup in front of him and took a sip of tea. At the same time, he looked at Xiao Mocheng's expression inconspicuously.
Xiao Mocheng noticed Xiao Junze's strange look and his heart suddenly started beating faster.
Father...wouldn't know about my plan, would he?
Just then, Xiao Junze spoke.
He looked solemn and said earnestly, "Cheng'er, the emperor's secret tour this time is to understand the people's sentiments."
"I'll leave the affairs of the court to you for now. This is a good opportunity to hone your ability to govern the country."
"I hope you won't let me down..."
When Xiao Mocheng heard this, a trace of panic flashed in his eyes.
He quickly collected his expression and said, "Don't worry, Father. I won't let you down."
This subtle movement happened to be caught by Xiao Junze, and he smiled to himself.
"Okay, I believe you."
I complained in my heart: Maybe there will be some unexpected gains when I leave Beijing this time.
"By the way, during the time I'm away from Beijing, Lord Fu will assist you in managing the affairs of the court." Xiao Junze's tone was still very gentle.
Xiao Mocheng breathed a sigh of relief, his tense mood relaxing a little, "I understand, son." After saying that, he picked up the teacup in front of him and took a sip of tea.
Next, the father and son chatted about family matters and state affairs...
While chatting and laughing, the father and son sitting in front of the tea table perfectly embodied the picture of "father's love and son's filial piety".
Finally, Xiao Junze turned the topic to Prince Jing and Prince Qi who were far away in their fiefdoms.
What I meant was: Besides you, I have two sons, so you'd better behave yourself.
Xiao Mocheng inexplicably understood what Xiao Junze meant.
He picked up the teapot and poured tea for Xiao Junze, quickly concealing the emotions in his eyes.
Haha! Father, what you said actually gave me a warning.
My second and third brothers, who are far away in their fiefdoms, must also be coveting the throne...
After the beating, Xiao Junze said, "Cheng'er, I'm tired, please leave!"
"Don't forget what I told you today."
Xiao Mocheng stood up and said respectfully, "Father, please rest assured. I will definitely live up to your trust."
"I'll take my leave."
Xiao Junze nodded pretending to be relieved.
"Your servant and your servant respectfully bid farewell to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince." Chief Steward Ji and others who were guarding outside the imperial study bowed and saluted.
After Xiao Mocheng walked away, Manager Ji walked into the imperial study.
"Ji Tao, go and summon Commander Wu to see me." Xiao Junze frowned and gave the order.
Chief Steward Ji bowed and said, "This old servant obeys your order."
Xiao Junze came to the desk and took out a golden token from the secret compartment.
This token can mobilize military forces in the capital, and if the prince dares to lead troops in rebellion, he will be suppressed directly by military force.
As usual, Wu Zhengyuan patrolled the palace with a team of royal guards.
Suddenly, his eyelids twitched and he had a bad feeling.
Oh my god, is there anyone coveting his position as leader?
Who is it?
Deputy Commander?
Commander Wu muttered to himself: I finally got the position of commander, I have to take it easy.
Manager Ji asked along the way and came over from not far away, panting.
After he arrived in front of Commander Wu, he breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Commander Wu, the emperor summons you to the imperial study."
Upon hearing this, Commander Wu shuddered.
"Manager Ji, I will be there right away."
Oops, something is wrong...
He solemnly instructed his brothers, "You two should patrol well. I will be back soon."
On the way, Commander Wu asked indirectly, "Chief Steward Ji, I wonder what the Emperor wants from Commander Ben?"
Upon hearing this, Chief Steward Ji smiled and said, "Don't worry, Commander Wu, nothing bad will happen."
Commander Wu bowed to show his gratitude.
Knowing that nothing bad happened, Commander Wu gradually relaxed and strode towards the imperial study.
After Commander Wu entered the imperial study, he knelt and kowtowed, saying, "Your Majesty, I pay my respects to you. Long live the Emperor."
"Get up!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Commander Wu stood up and stood there with his head lowered and his eyes submissive.
Xiao Junze directly handed over the token in his hand, "Commander Wu, please take this token. You will need it at a critical moment."
Commander Wu raised his eyes and saw the golden token in front of him.
He took the token with trembling hands, his face blank, "Your Majesty, what do you mean?"
Xiao Junze waved his hand and lowered his voice, saying, "In a few days I will leave the capital for a secret tour, which will take about two months."
"During this period, the Crown Prince will temporarily manage the affairs of the court."
"If anyone dares to rebel, I will use my token to mobilize troops to suppress them. Do you understand?"
After hearing this, Commander Wu's face froze.
He lowered his eyes and looked at the token in his hand, feeling that this token was a hot potato.
However, I cannot disobey the emperor's order...
Commander Wu pulled the corner of his mouth helplessly, and said with a cupped hand: "I understand!"
Xiao Junze was very satisfied with Commander Wu's performance. "Alright, you can leave now!"
Commander Wu tucked the token into his sleeve, knelt down and saluted, saying, "I will take my leave."
Xiao Junze waved his hand and picked up the memorial on the table to review it.
Commander Wu walked out of the imperial study with a serious expression and left quickly.
He complained in his heart: This is called no bad things?
I'm so unlucky...
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