Chapter 266 Father, please try this instant noodles (revised)
An Dehai understood Xuan Ting's thoughts almost instantly and immediately advised with a wry smile, "Master, shouldn't we avoid serving this kind of food to the Emperor? What kind of food hasn't the Emperor seen? He probably won't eat such a simple meal."
What An Dehai actually wanted to say was that bringing such vulgar things to the Emperor would make the Emperor feel that His Highness was becoming more and more childish.
In the court today, the Third Prince, congenitally suffering from a leg ailment, is naturally unable to contend for anything. However, there is also the Fifth Prince. The Fifth Prince's mother was of humble birth and he is frail and sickly, causing people to subconsciously overlook him. But in the past two years, it seems that the Emperor has been paying more and more attention to the Fifth Prince. If his own prince disappoints the Emperor, the Emperor may well have other ideas.
Having watched Xuan Ting grow up since childhood, An Dehai naturally wanted to clear away any obstacles for his prince.
“That’s not quite right.” Xuan Ting tightly closed the lid of the instant noodle bowl. “On the contrary, I think it’s precisely because Father has seen everything that I want to bring him the food I think is delicious. How many things has Father seen in this world? Where can I find anything he hasn’t seen?”
"An Dehai, Aunt Nuan used to go to the mountains every day to pick flowers and fruits. When she came back, she would always make small wildflower bouquets for us, along with some fruit. We were very familiar with those flowers and fruits; we ate them almost every day. But whenever we received something from Aunt Nuan, we were always happy. Even if we were tired of eating the fruit, we were still happy. Do you understand what I mean?"
An Dehai stared blankly at the prince speaking eloquently before him.
But His Highness said, "I mean, this is the sentiment. What I give is not important. As long as the sentiment is conveyed, that is enough."
After saying that, he patted An Dehai on the shoulder like a little adult.
Then she carried the bowl of noodles herself to the emperor's carriage.
An Dehai followed blankly, and when he came to his senses, he saw Xuan Ting about to carry the bowl of noodles to the designated place. He immediately jogged after him, saying, "Your Highness, please be careful not to burn yourself. Let this servant carry it."
Xuan Ting shook his head: "Go and rest. Your injuries haven't fully healed yet."
These words brought tears to An Dehai's eyes. He sniffed and looked at the Nineteenth Prince beside him, saying, "Did you see? His Highness...he's grown up!"
Nineteen: "Yes." Your Highness has grown up, but why does Lord An seem younger?
"Sixth Prince, you've arrived? Quickly, let this old servant take it. How did you serve An Dehai? Why did you have to come and serve him yourself? He truly deserves a beating." At the Emperor's carriage, Eunuch Li was startled to see Xuan Ting approaching and immediately took the carriage carefully. He also glared at An Dehai behind him.
An Dehai shrank back in fright, gave a forced smile, and dared not utter a sound.
“It’s not his fault, I wanted to carry it myself.” Seeing that Eunuch Li had taken it, Xuan Ting added, “Be careful, don’t catch the bottom of the bowl, it will be hot, catch the top.”
These words startled Eunuch Li, who was then somewhat moved: "Thank you for your consideration, Your Highness."
Xuan Ting waved his hand and asked in a low voice, "Has Father Emperor woken up?"
"His Majesty woke up once earlier and said he wanted to see Your Highness. The Divine Physician is currently administering acupuncture to His Majesty. It's about time. Your Highness, you may return to rest. I will send someone to fetch you after it's finished."
“No need, I’ll wait a moment,” Xuan Ting said.
Just as the two were talking, Emperor Jing's voice came from the carriage: "Is that Xiao Liu?"
"Yes, Your Majesty, it is indeed the Sixth Prince." Upon hearing the Emperor's voice, Eunuch Li was overjoyed and immediately looked at Xuan Ting beside him: "Your Highness, please go first."
Inside the spacious carriage, Emperor Jing leaned against the side of the carriage while the divine physician, Magpie, was sweating profusely as he collected his silver needles.
Xuan Ting got into the carriage and immediately knelt down: "Your subject is guilty and has caused Father Emperor worry. Father Emperor, how are you feeling?"
The Emperor had been unconscious for several days, rarely waking up. When he finally did, he faced an ambush by bandits. If reinforcements hadn't arrived in time, he would likely still be in grave danger. Now, with heavy guards protecting him, he has finally been able to breathe a sigh of relief. This is, in fact, the first time the father and son have had a proper conversation since their reunion.
When the emperor saw his son, he was overwhelmed with emotion and beckoned to him: "Come to me."
"Your Highness, you've come at the perfect time. The Emperor was just thinking of you. Now that the Emperor is well, there's nothing to worry about."
"The divine physician said with a smile."
A hint of surprise flashed in Xuan Ting's eyes: "Father, is what Physician Que said true? You're completely recovered?"
The Emperor nodded: "Yes, it's all right. Little Six, there's no need to worry."
After a pause, the Emperor continued, "Were you frightened this time? Where are you injured? Let your father take a look."
Xuan Ting listened and just smiled, "Father, let's wait and see. Father hasn't eaten yet, so I brought some food specially. Father, would you like to try some?"
Upon hearing this, the Emperor nodded with pleasure: "That's fine then."
After saying this, he ordered, "Li Quan, prepare the meal. I will eat with Xiao Liu today."
"yes."
Before long, a meal was laid out on the low table in the carriage. Although it consisted of light porridge and vegetarian dishes, each dish was prepared with care.
The Emperor looked at his tanned son and couldn't help but sigh softly. His sixth son, pampered since childhood and never having left the palace, must have suffered greatly this time. He had expected his son to burst into tears upon seeing him, as he always did, and tell him about his recent hardships. Surprisingly, however, he didn't mention it. This only made the Emperor feel more sorry for him. For once, he personally took chopsticks for him: "Eat, eat more, you've lost weight."
Xuan Ting didn't touch the pile of food on the table, but instead pushed the instant noodle bowl in front of the Emperor: "Father, please try this."
As he spoke, he lifted the lid, used chopsticks to stir the noodles, and then handed the chopsticks to the Emperor with a grin: "Father, this is instant noodles. Your son specially made it for you. It tastes very good."
The Emperor stared at the noodles in front of you with surprise. The noodles looked plain and simple, yet they had an unusual aroma. He took the chopsticks and asked with some doubt, "Did you make this yourself?"
Xuan Ting immediately opened the package he was carrying on his back, saw a strip of meat, took it out and put it in his mouth, and then took out a flatbread to show the Emperor.
"Father, look, this is instant noodle cake. Put the noodle cake and seasoning packet into a bowl, pour boiling water over it, and let it steep for about 15 minutes. That's how you make a bowl of noodles. Please have them try it, and then taste it while it's hot to see if it suits their taste."
(End of this chapter)
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