"You scared the child," Jiang Chuwei said coquettishly, glancing at Lin Muheng with a reproachful look in her beautiful eyes.
Upon hearing this, Lin Muheng's tense expression instantly softened. He looked at Lin Mulang standing to the side and said gently, "Lang'er, come here!"
Lin Mulang walked over with very obedient little steps, then respectfully bowed to the emperor sitting on the throne and said in a clear voice, "Your subject greets Your Majesty!"
Seeing his sensible and adorable younger brother, Lin Muheng's heart softened slightly. He secretly wondered if he had been too strict with him.
Thinking of this, he coughed lightly, trying to soften his tone, and slowly said, "Lang'er, you're a little man now. You can't touch your sister-in-law's belly like you used to. That's not proper etiquette."
However, Lin Mulang blinked her big eyes and asked innocently, "Lang'er just wanted to say hello to my nephew, is that not allowed?"
Lin Muheng no longer had a stern face, so Lin Mulang naturally felt no fear and boldly asked his elder brother a question.
“No!” Lin Muheng replied without hesitation, “My nephew hasn’t been born yet. You have to wait until he’s born before you can greet him.”
After saying that, he emphasized it again, as if afraid that Lin Mulang would not listen.
Hearing his elder brother's resolute attitude, Lin Mulang felt a little disappointed, but still obediently nodded and replied, "Your subject understands! Men and women should not touch each other. Lang'er will never touch sister-in-law's belly at will again."
Seeing the little guy's serious expression, Lin Muheng was momentarily at a loss for words and stood there dumbfounded.
Jiang Chuwei, standing to the side, couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle, saying softly, "He's just a child, don't take it so seriously."
To everyone's surprise, Lin Muheng turned his head away and replied decisively, "That won't do either!"
After saying that, he found it somewhat amusing. He never expected that he, as the ruler of a country, would be jealous of even a three-year-old child.
"Your Majesty! May I come to visit my nephew every day from now on?" Lin Mulang blinked his bright eyes, his face full of hope, looking like an adorable puppy waiting for its owner to feed it.
Seeing his younger brother's expectant expression, Lin Muheng smiled and nodded in agreement.
Overjoyed to receive the affirmative answer, Lin Mulang jumped up and pounced on Lin Muheng like a happy little bird, quickly kissing him on the cheek.
Lin Muheng was taken aback by his younger brother's sudden action and was momentarily speechless. Jiang Chuwei, standing nearby, immediately laughed and said, "Let you experience what it's like to be a father first."
As soon as she finished speaking, Lin Mulang couldn't help but burst into laughter, her clear and melodious laughter echoing throughout the entire palace.
Even the old women standing nearby were quite frightened. They originally thought that the Emperor would be angry because of Lin Mulang's rude behavior, but they never expected that the Emperor would not only not be angry, but would also reach out and gently pinch Lin Mulang's cheek, saying affectionately, "What a naughty boy."
Lin Mulang, basking in his elder brother's praise, became even more smug. He then turned his gaze to Jiang Chuwei and said in a coquettish tone, "Sister-in-law, shall I have dinner with you today?"
Jiang Chuwei first glanced gently at Lin Muheng beside her. Seeing that he didn't object, she smiled and replied, "Of course! Lang'er, you have to eat more with me today!"
Hearing this, Lin Mulang was overjoyed. He made a big face at his elder brother and then obediently sat down next to Jiang Chuwei. At this moment, Lin Muheng could only shake his head helplessly, muttering to himself: ...This brat actually took my seat.
What a warm and harmonious scene!
They sat around the table, enjoying the meal in a warm and harmonious atmosphere.
Lin Muheng's gaze remained fixed on Jiang Chuwei. He carefully observed her reaction to each dish, trying to discern her preferences from these subtle details.
Jiang Chuwei would occasionally pick up a piece of food with her chopsticks and put it in her mouth, chewing and savoring it carefully; at other times, she would nod slightly to show her satisfaction and appreciation.
Lin Muheng saw all of this and kept it in mind, but he himself didn't really bother to eat, only occasionally taking a few bites to get by.
In contrast, Lin Mulang seemed completely uninhibited. He stuffed food into his mouth one after another, making his sister-in-law beam with joy.
Seeing Lin Mulang eating so heartily, the nanny serving him couldn't help but smile broadly.
You know, this little master is usually very picky about food, so it's rare for him to have such a good appetite today.
"This is all thanks to Her Majesty the Empress!" It must be because the Empress arranged this delicious meal that suited the young masters' tastes, which is why everyone enjoyed the meal so much.
Jiang Chuwei's current situation is no different from before; neither her lifestyle nor her personal preferences seem to have changed.
Just then, Qiu Shu rushed over to report: "Your Majesty! The General's wife has sent a letter, saying that she wishes to come to the palace to pay her respects to you."
Upon hearing this news, Jiang Chuwei's face instantly lit up with a joyful smile, and she said without hesitation, "Quickly, invite them in!"
Before she finished speaking, the maids serving her understood and led Lin Mulang away from the place.
Lin Muheng also stood up.
After all, it would be quite inconvenient for Lin Muheng, as the son-in-law, to remain at the scene when his mother-in-law arrived.
This mother and daughter must have countless heartfelt things to say to each other. If there were other people present, Jiang Chuwei would inevitably feel restrained and unable to speak freely.
Therefore, Lin Muheng wisely avoided interrupting their intimate conversation.
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