"Oh, what do you mean by that?" the Emperor pressed.
"His Majesty is the Son of Heaven, and is naturally blessed by Heaven. However, His Majesty is unwell and cannot allow his offspring to bear the weight of the nation, which Heaven finds very regrettable. His Majesty favors the Prince Yi's residence, and everyone in the world knows Prince Yi's feelings for his wife. Therefore, the offspring of Prince Yi's residence should naturally be conceived by the wife alone. Your Highness's dream is Heaven's affirmation of His Majesty's decision and its guidance for His Majesty."
These words pleased the Emperor greatly, and he immediately rewarded the Imperial Observatory with many fine gifts. He also instructed Shouquan to make a trip to Prince Yi's residence and bring some good things for Fu Zige.
This action couldn't escape the notice of those who were interested, and Liu Mu was momentarily stunned when he heard about it. What happened to the two brothers turning against each other for love? Why wasn't this what he expected? He wondered if Fu Ziwu would be disappointed to hear this.
In fact, Lu Qingyan wasn't disappointed at all. She would have been disappointed if this mere test had turned these two usually loving brothers against each other.
When Liu Mu entered the Prince's residence, he saw Lu Qingyan's relaxed demeanor and knew he was overthinking things again. In truth, he already had a vague feeling that he would unconsciously draw his attention to this woman. Although he wasn't deeply in love yet, the attraction was undeniable.
What are your plans next?
Lu Qingyan smiled, picked up a piece of pastry and fed it to Liu Mu, watching him frown as he swallowed the cloyingly sweet pastry: "Why would you think I have other plans?"
"You think this is all you're going to do? Just play a prank like this?" Liu Mu asked incredulously.
Lu Qingyan smiled, took out a handkerchief and wiped her fingers, which were still covered in pastry crumbs, clean. "I heard that Prince Yi's leg is almost healed. It's time to visit my sister."
"I'm sure His Highness is willing now." I went to tell His Highness.
At this time, Shangguan Ren was indeed at the mansion, but he was not with Lu Qingyan; instead, he was with his beloved concubine, Rou.
Upon hearing that Lu Qingyan wanted to see him, Shangguan Ren's first thought was that the princess was jealous. However, he quickly dismissed the idea. The Lu Qingyan he remembered was definitely not like this. She must have something to say to him, but he didn't know if it was something important or just some trivial family matter.
Consort Rou lowered her head in disappointment when she heard that the Princess wanted to see the Prince. Finally, she looked at Shangguan Ren tenderly and said coquettishly, "Your Highness, why don't you go now? Come back and keep me company after we've finished discussing important matters, okay? Don't forget."
Shangguan Ren chuckled and gently pinched her nose: "I know, you little darling."
"It's rather rare for the Princess to come to see me. Tell me, what has happened this time that requires your attention?"
"I've heard..." After Lu Qingyan explained the matter, as expected, Shangguan Ren agreed.
“Your Highness’s consideration is very wise; this is the right thing to do. I have also heard some rumors, but I still don’t quite believe them. I wanted to go and see my fifth brother, but I was afraid of touching a sore spot and upsetting him, so I simply gave up the idea.”
“Since Your Highness is going, then go and see her. Your Highness and Fifth Brother’s wife are sisters, and their relationship is very close, so it’s only right that you make this trip. Don’t go empty-handed; if you need anything, just go to the storeroom and get it yourself.” Shangguan Ren finished speaking and wiped away some crocodile tears: “Fifth Brother has really had a hard time! As his older brother…”
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