Chapter 219 Father and Son Meet
The prince said, "Lord Lu also gave my father an oriental pearl today. It looks very valuable. You came all this way back. What did you give me?"
Yan Xing's eyes flashed as he thought of the truckload of mushrooms and game that Lu Chenyang brought back.
Those things were all in Lu Chenyang's fleet, so of course he didn't prepare anything.
Yan Xing thought for a moment, then pulled out a dagger from his pocket and said, "I confiscated this from the brother-in-law of the King of Nanyang when I fought him. It's a good dagger, so I'll give it to you."
The prince could tell at a glance that this was not prepared for him, but he didn't care and just took it.
"Oh? So precious? Then I must keep it well. It's the King of Nanyang's thing." The prince said happily.
Yan Xing touched his nose.
The prince's servant was peeking outside, as if he had something to report. The prince saw him and frowned. How could he let him come over and be so hesitant to speak...
The prince knew what was going on, so he looked at Yan Xing and said, "It's rare for you to come back, so you should go back and see your uncle. He's always thinking about you."
Since returning to Beijing to investigate, the Duke of Zhenguo has been living in seclusion in the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion, keeping a very low profile.
Obviously, he is such a martial, active and lively person, but now he can only stay in the deserted Duke's Mansion. The prince felt that his uncle was wronged when he thought about it.
The prince felt more and more sad as he spoke. He couldn't help but advise, "He has been thinking about you all these years while you were away. Now that you are back, please don't make him angry. He is old and in poor health."
The prince said again, "It's getting late. You should go back soon, or your uncle will get anxious waiting. I won't keep you any longer."
Yan Xing: “???”
Yan Xing was a little slow to react.
Was the prince chasing him away? Chasing away his cousin, who had returned from exile and whom he hadn't seen in years? Where was the brotherly bond they'd promised? Wasn't it a little too fragile?
Yan Xing stood up and said goodbye to him.
He can't just stay here any longer now that he's been ordered to leave, right?
When Yan Xing walked out, the servant outside would lead him out.
The two walked out together. Just as they reached the corridor, Yan Xing saw a courtyard at the back. There were guards outside. Yan Xing recognized them. It was the prince's confidant. Why was he not with the prince, but guarding a courtyard?
Yan Xing seemed to be lost in thought and asked the servant beside him, "Who lives in that courtyard?"
The servant's eyes flickered as he whispered, "He's one of His Royal Highness's staff. He's resourceful and has great trust from His Royal Highness."
Being able to live in the prince's mansion and even sending his trusted guards, it seems that the prince really relies on this aide.
Yan Xing seemed to be lost in thought.
Yan Xing left the Prince's Mansion and headed straight for the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. He hadn't been home for a long time.
Yan Xing thought about the prince's words and wanted to give his father a surprise. If he suddenly appeared in front of his father, his father would definitely be very happy and surprised.
Yan Xing wanted to be a filial son for once, so he secretly climbed over the wall of the Duke of Zhenguo's courtyard.
At this time, Zhenguo Gong was sitting on a reclining chair in the yard. He had set up a stage in the yard, and two actors were performing a play. The play was about the scene where Lu Chenyang defeated the King of Nanyang with a smaller force.
Lord Lu is so famous that folk actors have written plays based on his story, which are now the most popular operas.
"Excellent singing!" Zhenguogong applauded, "Reward, generous reward. Alas, it's all about raising children, how come others raise children who are so outstanding."
As soon as Yan Xing landed, he heard these words from the Duke of Zhenguo.
Yan Xing: “…”
The Duke of Zhenguo looked at Yan Xing who suddenly appeared, his eyes wide in shock. "Who... who are you? You have such a big ass, how dare you... Ah Xing?"
Yan Xing looked expressionlessly at his biological father who was said to be concerned about him.
"You still remember my name? I'm really flattered." Yan Xing said with a smile.
Although the Duke of Zhenguo often betrays his son, he is still his father after all.
He rubbed his hands and said, "You're back. This is actually a misunderstanding. I don't usually listen to operas. I've been thinking about you all the time. When you're not at home, I can't even eat meat, really."
Yan Xing smiled at him.
The Duke of Zhenguo couldn't help but blush. He could even control the country, so how could he not do anything about his own son?
Yan Xing increasingly felt that this family would be the same with or without him.
The father and son haven't seen each other for many years, so there's really nothing to think about. It's mainly because they're used to it.
The Duke of Zhenguo was often away on military campaigns, so his son was left alone. He didn't feel at all that his son was exiled; in his eyes, it was just like going to war.
Duke Zhenguo looked at his son and finally regained some of his sense of being a father.
"You...are you doing well? A little fatter?" The Duke of Zhenguo looked at Yan Xing carefully. "You were exiled for six years, and you managed to get so plump and white? Oh, dark and plump. Lingnan is really nourishing. I'll have to thank Lu Chenyang later for taking such good care of you."
Yan Xing narrowed his eyes. The Duke of Zhenguo finally realized that he had gone too far and quickly said, "I mean, thank him for taking care of you."
Yan Xingdao said, "He is now a powerful official in the world. If you are a former Duke of Zhenguo with no military power, you should ask him if he is willing to meet you."
The Duke of Zhenguo asked, "Then why don't I just go to your house?"
Yan Xing glanced at him and said, "I don't know you well."
Duke Zhenguo: “…”
The father and son hurt each other for a while before going to the study to talk.
Even if the relationship between father and son is as thin as paper, they are still biological children, right?
The two discussed the next situation. Yan Xing felt that Emperor Qianyuan wanted to deal with the Yilin Army, and the Duke of Zhenguo also agreed with this.
"Will Lu Chenyang agree to send troops?" asked the Duke of Zhenguo.
Yan Xing nodded: "Lord Lu wants to quell the civil unrest."
"In your opinion, does he have any rebellious intentions?" The Duke of Zhenguo asked, staring intently into Yan Xing's eyes.
Yan Xing frowned tightly, and said unhappily, "Why do you even ask that?! He just wanted to make life better for the people. If the court had done something, why would he have to work so hard? You didn't do anything, so he did it. He resettled the refugees and saved countless lives, and now you're questioning his intentions?"
The Duke of Zhenguo's expression turned indifferent: "I don't doubt his good intentions towards the people, but whether he has rebellious intentions is another matter."
Yan Xing said unhappily, "Even without him, this country is not stable. The Tatars are watching covetously, and the Yilin Army is ready to make a move. If it weren't for him, this country would have changed hands sooner or later. Compared to these, he is nothing but a threat."
Yes, that’s why Emperor Qianyuan is trying very hard to win over Lu Chenyang.
The Duke of Zhenguo looked at Yan Xing, and his words and deeds were all in favor of Lu Chenyang... No, he had already made no secret of his favoritism and protection for Lu Chenyang.
It seems that Lu Chenyang has made his son completely devoted to him.
The next day, Lu Chenyang brought two large carts of wild mushrooms to the Prince's Mansion to pay a visit to the Prince.
The prince: “…”
This is the difference between the prince and the emperor.
Seeing Lu Chenyang, the doorman did not dare to neglect him and quickly invited him in.
The servants served Lu Chenyang tea and said, "Master Lu, please sit down for a moment. I will go and report to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince." He thought for a moment and said, "His Majesty is ill, and Your Highness has to help with state affairs. He stayed up late yesterday to deal with official documents, so he got up late. It was not intentional to neglect you."
Oh, so he was just sleeping in.
Lu Chenyang said gently, "Your Highness is so diligent. I admire you and will not misunderstand you."
The servant breathed a sigh of relief and retreated cautiously.
Everyone in the Prince's Mansion showed caution and respect for Lu Chenyang.
The prince arrived late. He looked listless and exhausted from not getting enough rest. His words coincided with what the servant had said.
Lu Chenyang saluted, and after the greetings, the prince sat in the chair.
Lu Chenyang frowned as he approached the prince and looked at him thoughtfully.
The prince asked in confusion, "Have I been disrespectful?"
Lu Chenyang came back to his senses and quickly said, "No, no." He came back to his senses and said, "Your Highness, I brought you some gifts this time. They are all unique mushrooms from Lingnan, which are very delicious when used to make soup. There are also seafood from Ningzhou. Let Your Highness taste it."
The prince thanked him and said, "Since it is such a kind gesture from Lord Lu, I will gladly accept it."
The two sat down and looked at each other. They both knew that the other had something to say, but neither of them spoke first.
Finally, the prince couldn't help it, because Emperor Qianyuan had sent someone to tell him the night before. He asked him to talk to Lu Chenyang and take the initiative to ask Lu Chenyang to fight the Yilin Army.
At yesterday's palace banquet, Emperor Qianyuan still harbored dissatisfaction with Lu Chenyang and didn't want to see him again anytime soon. But things had to be done. Since everyone was saying Lu Chenyang was a member of the Prince's faction, he should let the Crown Prince bring it up with him.
Isn’t the role of a son and a crown prince to share the burden with the emperor?
Lu Chenyang didn't say anything because the court needed his help.
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