Jiang Tian remained silent for a long time.
Jiang Ting's gaze never left her for a moment.
After thinking for a moment, he continued, "I know you want to have a child of your own to fulfill Brother Yan's wish. He is always worried about you, afraid that you are too entangled with this world... But looking at your current state, I think you have the ability to be a good mother."
She dared to travel far and wide, remaining calm and composed in any situation, demonstrating a mental fortitude far greater than most people.
She always had a lot of money.
In terms of mindset, she had long since experienced the vicissitudes of life.
She can take care of herself on weekdays and still has the energy to help others—Jiang Ting received a letter from her bodyguards that she had helped many people during her travels.
Such a woman can live well without relying on anyone.
Jiang Ting was certain that she could take on the responsibility of caring for a new life.
She also said that she wanted nothing more than to have a child of her own.
"Since you don't want to care about love and romance and only want to find a good father for your child, why don't you consider me?"
Jiang Ting rarely elaborates on his merits to others.
His position speaks for itself.
The ruler of the world, all nations come to offer their congratulations.
No one dared to disobey him, and he could get whatever he wanted.
But now, he has to try his best to recommend himself to Jiang Tian.
"When a child comes into this world, if we want him to live a good life, a healthy body and a smart mind are necessary. But a privileged family background is even more important. Walking on the street, do the children of poor people want to be born into a poor family? In the sweltering summer and freezing winter, they may die from the heat or the cold. From birth, they will not have many good days. Their families have no money to make them live well."
“In such families, let alone giving the children money, many children are born to be treated like cattle and horses to support themselves and their families. Some even enter the palace at a very young age and become eunuchs. You can see how hard their lives are.”
Jiang Tian bit her lip and remained silent, as if she were immersed in her own world.
Jiang Ting was good at observing people, and he knew that Jiang Tian was very agitated at the moment.
But she was still listening; she was thinking.
"You can certainly find someone mediocre, but a child's starting point in this world is determined by the parents' status. If you had a choice, would you choose to marry a peddler who travels the streets or a king?"
"You're not looking for a soulmate, not wanting to have a child with someone who loves you—you want to have a child for yourself. So at the very least, you want your child to have enough freedom to grow up."
"Think about it carefully."
Jiang Ting saw Jiang Tian standing still, motionless.
Her expression changed from initial shock to deep thought.
Yan Jing'an had been with her for so many years, he must have taught her many principles.
She herself is extremely intelligent.
She always understands how to weigh the pros and cons.
After what seemed like an eternity, Jiang Tian finally spoke slowly.
There was an inexplicable weakness in her voice: "I heard everything you said. But don't forget... you are the ruler of a country, the emperor of all people. Your children are called princes, and in the palace, the imperial heir is more important than the lives of concubines... Can the children you give birth to still belong to me?"
Jiang Ting's heart started racing again.
Because he sensed Jiang Tian's wavering at that moment.
She's a smart woman; she should know what's best for her future children.
In this day and age, women are striving to marry into a wealthy or powerful family, knowing full well the benefits a strong husband's family can provide.
After all, the path for women to rise in society had been blocked by feudal dogma.
They can only choose the survival method that is most advantageous to them.
As a woman, Jiang Tian must have seen more.
The choice between the emperor's son and the peddler's son was presented to her, and she always knew which one to choose.
After thinking for a moment, Jiang Ting took out an imperial token.
"This token represents the late emperor's decree. If you agree to my request, I will give it to you. Even if I were the emperor, I could not disobey the late emperor's command. After that, you can decide how you want your child to live in this world."
In an era that valued filial piety, Jiang Ting could not disobey the late emperor; there was a law to follow.
This token is of great benefit to Jiang Tian.
Jiang Tian stared at the token for a long time, her voice soft: "But I'm still not at ease. I need you to write another decree. I will give the decree to someone I trust. If you try to take my child, then the decree will be made public."
Jiang Ting's heart beat even faster.
He could tell that Jiang Tian had chosen him.
"……good."
There's no time to lose.
Jiang Ting immediately issued an imperial edict in this small courtyard.
Just as Jiang Tian had suggested, he focused on writing about the arrangements for the children.
Whether it's a princess or a prince, that child will enjoy endless wealth and luxury for the rest of their life.
He was destined to be a superior person from birth.
Just as Jiang Tian had hoped, the child's birth was followed by a smooth and successful life.
After reading the imperial edict, Jiang Tian breathed a slight sigh of relief.
After she had put the imperial edict away, she walked out the door and met Jiang Ting's gaze.
I promise you.
Jiang Ting's heart was pounding in his chest.
“I know you made this sacrifice for Yan Jing’an… Don’t worry, once the child is born, I will definitely take the child and leave, so that you won’t be implicated.”
The smile that hadn't yet appeared on Jiang Ting's lips had vanished.
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