[Look at my old man, it's so late, and he still drags his tired body, after finishing reviewing memorials, to come see me.]
What a great dad! But remember to get some rest, Dad!
Ying Zheng's eyes flickered slightly. How did this kid know that he had just finished reviewing the memorials?
At the same time, I felt somewhat relieved.
He's so young yet already knows how to care for his father; he's a sensible and good child.
If you die, who will protect me?
Ying Zheng: ...
They don't seem very sensible.
As he pondered, Ying Zheng's expression changed slightly.
Could this kid be related to the Purple Sandalwood Star that the Grand Master mentioned?
A month ago, the Grand Master Protector of the Nation observed the stars and discovered that the Imperial Star was somewhat dim, a sign of the nation's impending doom.
Fortunately, a star called Purple Sandalwood lit up, illuminating the Imperial Star and allowing it to shine again.
The Grand Master said that perhaps the royal family was about to produce an extraordinary person, and now he could hear Ying Ziyu's inner thoughts, so Ying Zheng couldn't help but connect the two things together.
Consort Shu entered, curtsied, and said, "Your Majesty, I greet you!"
[Mommy! The most beautiful mommy in the world has arrived!]
Consort Shu pursed her lips, her expression remaining unchanged.
That kid's got a smooth tongue!
Fortunately, what they said was the truth.
Ying Zheng glanced at Consort Shu.
The girl wore a pale yellow brocade jacket, her smooth black hair was held up with a jade hairpin, her oval face was fair and delicate, and her figure was graceful, like a lotus emerging from the water.
"No need for formalities."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Consort Shu stood up. "Your Majesty, you didn't even give me a heads-up before you came so I could have welcomed you."
Ying Zheng's eyes were indifferent. "It's alright. I just happened to be passing by to see you and Yu'er."
Consort Shu smiled sweetly, "Your Majesty is so kind!"
[My dad is so busy with official duties every day, yet he still made time to come see my mom and me. He's so kind!]
Ying Zheng observed Consort Shu and, seeing no change in her expression, began to ponder.
It seems only I can hear Yu'er's voice?
Where is my gift?
Ying Ziyu started to whine and waved at Ying Zheng.
Ying Zheng was taken aback.
Gift?
What gift?
Consort Shu was speechless.
That kid!
Fortunately, His Majesty cannot hear his inner thoughts.
I'm not picky; gold, jade bracelets, luminous gemstones, agate, anything is fine!
Consort Shu: 。 。 。 。 。
Ying Zheng: ...
Feeling a little amused, Consort Shu quickly changed the subject, "It seems like Yu'er wants you to hold her."
Ying Zheng looked at the little dumpling waving at him, then stepped forward and hugged him. "Little guy, you're quite close to me."
As a monarch, he was always cold and aloof to everyone in order to prevent others from guessing his thoughts.
While this approach yields good results, there are no close friends or family members around.
Even her sons were quite afraid of her, and this was the first time Ying Ziyu had ever asked for a hug so proactively.
[A gift! Daddy, please give me my gift!]
Ying Ziyu looked at Ying Zheng with anticipation.
Consort Shu was speechless.
His Majesty is busy with countless affairs of state; he has no time to pay attention to such things.
But since you want it so much, I'll prepare one for you later.
Ying Zheng was also somewhat helpless.
I have never given my son a gift when I visit him.
Naturally, there was no preparation.
Seeing that Ying Zheng did not take any action, Ying Ziyu's eyes gradually dimmed.
[Is there... no gift?]
[He even said he came all this way to see me, but the emperor can't even afford a gift.]
Ying Zheng: ...
How could I possibly be reluctant to part with it?
You didn't expect that, did you?
How dare you just spout nonsense like that?
Sigh, I thought that since Father was the Emperor, I would live a good life, but he couldn't even spare a gift.
The most beautiful mother in the world.
[Me, the lovable and handsome guy.]
[The stingy emperor father.]
Ying Zheng: ?
This is unbearable! They wouldn't even give me a gift when I was little; I'm sure I won't be pampered when I grow up.
[Alone and helpless, with no one to rely on, destined to grow old alone, sob sob...]
As she pondered, Ying Ziyu turned her head slightly, a hint of sadness in her eyes.
Consort Shu really wanted to laugh.
This kid has such a vivid imagination.
No, I can't hold back anymore.
She quickly changed the subject, saying, "Your Majesty has worked hard. I'll prepare some refreshing soup for you."
After saying that, she hurriedly left, not wanting to burst into laughter in front of His Majesty.
Go outside and laugh secretly.
Seeing Ying Ziyu's aloof and distant demeanor, Ying Zheng's pupils constricted slightly.
Is it really that serious?!
I simply forgot to prepare a gift.
It's just a gift!
[No one came to my burial, no one offered sacrifices, and I was forgotten. What a tragic life...]
Ying Zheng: ...
I'm scared!
"Zhao Gao!" he called out, and Zhao Gao immediately walked in, cupped his hands, and said, "Your humble servant is here!"
Ying Zheng looked at him and said, "Go and fetch the longevity lock that I prepared for Yu'er!"
[A gift?!]
A light returned to Ying Ziyu's eyes.
Zhao Gao was taken aback, "The Longevity Lock?"
Your Majesty, we were clearly not prepared at all.
You're putting me in a difficult position.
Ying Zheng said sternly, "It's the one I specially prepared for Yu'er, bring it here immediately!"
He was genuinely afraid of letting something slip.
Having served by Ying Zheng's side for many years, Zhao Gao naturally understood Ying Zheng's thoughts.
Without asking any more questions, he quickly withdrew, saying, "Yes, sir!"
Ying Ziyu's small hands embraced Ying Zheng's face.
[He's such a good dad!]
Ying Zheng: ...
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