Chapter 302 The Second Prince Was Angry
In reality, Zhao Liya and Hu Ling had absolutely no objections and felt it was perfectly natural. Without their father's support, it would have been difficult for them to gain trust and even gain a foothold, let alone do anything else.
The emperor was fascinated by what he heard, and he felt happy, admired, and a little guilty.
He is worthy of being his valued minister. Even though he was exiled, he did not go with the flow, nor did he give up. Instead, he still worked hard to shine and make contributions to the Qin Dynasty.
If this isn't loyalty to the emperor, what is it? If she wasn't completely loyal to the emperor, if she harbored resentment towards him, how could she possibly fight so hard?
Such broad-mindedness, character and talent cannot but be admired!
Thinking about what Zhao Aiqing had done and then thinking about what he had done, the emperor felt even more guilty.
Therefore, when the emperor saw the second prince getting so angry at Zhao Xiang in person, he couldn't help but say a few words.
The second prince's words made him even angrier. This was not the first time he had acted like this in front of his father. His father never said anything to him, but this time, his father defended Zhao Xiang and scolded him.
very good!
"Father, what did I do wrong? Can't I ask? It's obvious that Lord Zhao is too cunning and treacherous!"
The emperor was displeased: "Mo'er!"
Zhao Xiang was stunned. "Your Highness, how can you say that? Your Majesty, I am an incompetent minister. I would like to ask Your Highness to explain your words clearly. Otherwise, I will have to bear this reputation!"
The emperor sighed softly, "Mo'er, please speak nicely. Don't you listen to me?"
The Second Prince, who had always enjoyed unique privileges in front of his father, could not tolerate his father helping others to lecture him. He was not only angry but also aggrieved, and his grievance was mixed with a bit of inexplicable jealousy.
"Father! When did this son of yours not speak politely? Isn't this how I usually do? Why did you lecture me again and again today? I am a straightforward person. I always say what I think in front of you, without any tricks or pretense. I deserve to be bullied by those scheming people! I've always said it, the most despicable people in this world are those scholars. They are so insidious and despicable, and they are full of evil! Father, you can't let them sow discord between us!"
Before the second prince could finish, the emperor's expression changed and he shouted, "Shut up!"
The Second Prince was so angry that his face turned red and white: "Father!"
This time, the emperor didn't agree with him. He frowned and scolded him, "I know you've always been outspoken, but you can't be so reckless and lawless. It's time for you to change your temper! Apologize to Lord Zhao!"
The emperor loves this son 100% from the bottom of his heart and has always wanted him to inherit the throne. He has a heroic, cheerful and generous personality and a healthy body. He is much better than the timid prince in every way.
But he couldn't curse all the scholars in the world like this. If this got out, it would be a disaster. What would those civil officials think?
This child needs more attention.
The emperor made up his mind to have a good talk with him in private.
The second prince had no idea his father's painstaking efforts. He only knew that he was being scolded, and his father wanted him to apologize to Zhao Xiang!
Apologize? What the hell is this? Has he ever done such a thing in his life? Is the emperor confused?
He had just been deceived by Zhao Xiang, and now he was being scolded by his father and ordered by his father to apologize to Zhao Xiang! Didn't he have any dignity? How could he bear this?
The Second Prince was furious and aggrieved, shouting, "Your Majesty, I did nothing wrong! Your Majesty, I will never apologize! Father, you must have been bewitched by Zhao Xiang! This Zhao Xiang has only been back for a few days, yet he's already got you hooked. I think he must have learned some shameful and underhanded tactics in Lingnan! I think he should be sent to the Dali Temple for a proper trial!"
"Shut up!" The emperor was furious and shouted coldly, "Kneel down before me!"
"Father!"
“Kneel down!”
The second prince was shocked. He had never seen his father so angry with him. Now he came to his senses and realized that he seemed to have said something wrong that angered his father.
"Father, I, your son, care about you and do this for your own good!"
"Apologize to Lord Zhao."
The emperor still felt sorry for his son, so once he gave in, he softened his attitude as well. He didn't have to kneel, but he had to apologize.
This child has truly been spoiled by me. The Emperor suddenly realized this, and his good mood was immediately dampened. This won't do. It seems he needs to be disciplined and polished from now on. There are many issues that need to be addressed and corrected.
Otherwise, with his temperament, how could he be a qualified monarch to rule the world?
Many thoughts flashed through his mind, and the Emperor felt even more grateful to Zhao Xiang. If it weren't for what happened to Zhao Aiqing today, he wouldn't have realized this.
After all, no one else had Zhao Aiqing's integrity and would never do anything to displease them. Only Zhao Aiqing was neither humble nor overbearing.
Seeing his father's tense face, clearly indicating that he would no longer give in to him, the Second Prince, no matter how aggrieved he felt, dared not to show his anger.
After all, the emperor is his father. No matter how favored he is, he dare not be too presumptuous.
After all, he is not the crown prince yet.
If he were the crown prince now, he would naturally be stubborn to the end, and the crown prince would not be so easy to depose.
The Second Prince could only casually bow to Zhao Xiang with a cold face and said stiffly, "It was my fault for speaking out of turn. I'm sorry, Lord Zhao!"
"I wouldn't dare," Zhao Xiang returned the greeting with a calm and composed manner. "Admitting one's mistakes is the best way to improve. Your Highness apologizes, and I accept it. Your Highness's words and actions represent the royal etiquette and the emperor's reputation. You need to change your straightforward nature. Your Highness's words will not bother me, but I can't guarantee what others will think if they spread."
"Honest advice hurts, but since I've seen it, I have to speak out. I hope Your Highness won't blame me. Your Majesty," Zhao Xiang bowed again, "I also ask Your Majesty to forgive me for speaking too much."
The second prince glared at him fiercely, his face turning black.
The emperor watched this and sighed inwardly, thinking that this son really needed a good lesson. While sincerity was good, he couldn't act too arbitrarily; it wouldn't do him any good.
The emperor laughed heartily. "What Zhao Aiqing said makes sense. I am very sincere and honest. What's wrong with that? Zhao Aiqing should behave like this in the future. Don't be afraid to speak when it's appropriate."
Zhao Xiang said with gratitude, "Yes, Your Majesty! I will definitely live up to your commendation."
(End of this chapter)
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