Chapter 1159: Extra Journey (2)
"Don't worry, Dad," Xie Shu remained calm in the face of his father's threats, "I can handle it."
"The old fox is only a fox after all, while big brother is a tiger." Xie Wu sneered: "Besides, if big brother really can't make it, don't I still have him?"
"How dare you say that," Xie Jingxing narrowed his eyes, "Boss, keep an eye on this kid!"
Xie Shu had never needed any care, remaining calm and composed at such a young age. Xie Wu, on the other hand, was a real headache. He'd caused countless troubles in Longye since he was little, like another Xie Jingxing. But back then, Xie Jingxing had the protection of the Marquis of Lin'an, a man of similar rank. Now, Xie Wu's father was the empress. If he wasn't careful, he'd be impeached by the censors.
Fortunately, Xie Shu was always there to clean up Xie Wu's messes, cleaning up every one of them. But as Xie Shu grew older, and the prince's words and actions became increasingly visible, it became difficult for her to help Xie Wu as she had in childhood. Xie Wu simply became self-reliant, his daily routine consisting of getting into trouble, making amends, getting into trouble again, and making amends again.
It could be said that none of the younger generations of the Longye official family had not been harmed by Xie Wu. Xie Wu's evil intentions were even worse than his father's.
Now that Xie Shu has taken office, and Xie Jingxing is about to take Shen Miao out on a tour, Xie Jingxing can imagine what Xie Wu is planning even with his eyes closed. Xie Wu is probably thinking, well, the younger generation has been dealt with, now it’s time to go and destroy the old guys of the Longye official family.
Xie Wu said innocently: "Dad, how can you not trust me? Am I that kind of person? If big brother really becomes the emperor, if someone finds fault with him, it will be inconvenient for him to deal with many things. He will have to use some special means. Isn't that right, big brother?" He blinked at Xie Shu.
Xie Shu turned her head away expressionlessly, avoiding Xie Wu's hint.
Xie Jingxing curled his lips and smiled: "Now that you put it that way, I think we should let Tieyi and Mo Qing watch you."
"Dad, you can't do this!" Xie Wu said immediately, but after thinking about it, he felt relieved. "But if you want to do this, then do it. After all, Mo Qing and Tie Yi combined can't beat me alone."
Xie Jingxing slammed the table and said, "Little bastard, are you thinking of rebelling?"
As soon as he finished speaking, he heard someone outside the door say, "Who wants to rebel?"
Shen Miao walked in from the door.
She really doesn't look like the mother of two children. Instead, after so many years, she seems like jade that has been polished to become more smooth and round. She has a natural beauty, calm and majestic, which makes people stare at her.
Xie Shu and Xie Wu hurriedly called out "mother".
Shen Miao walked over, glared at Xie Jingxing, and said, "What nonsense are you talking about again?"
Xie Jingxing said, "I'm talking nonsense? You believe this kid, don't you?" He then cursed at Xie Wu, "You ungrateful wolf, I, your father, was fed to the dogs when I changed your diapers and fed you."
Xie Shu, Xie Wu, and Shen Miao: "..."
Speaking of which, during the time when Shen Miao was in a coma, Xie Jingxing was indeed very kind to Xie Shu and Xie Wu. He personally took care of their poop and pee, changed their wet nurses, and even held them to sleep at night. He took care of everything. Everyone said that it was incredible that someone with Xie Jingxing's personality could be so gentle to children. But Xie Jingxing did just that.
During those days, Xie Jingxing truly acted like a gentle and considerate father.
But ever since Shen Miao woke up, he couldn't stand the two boys anymore. He always said that he wanted the children to grow up to be men as soon as possible, and the hardships they went through made outsiders feel distressed.
Xie Shu and Xie Wu were also strong-willed. Despite their youth, they hadn't grown out of their years, and in terms of talent and character, they were among the best in Daliang. They also inherited their parents' good looks, with natural beauty and a natural temperament. Xie Shu's aloofness and Xie Wu's charm earned them the secret admiration of many young ladies from official families in Longye. However, the two children had also declared to others that they would, like their parents, marry only one woman and spend their lives in love.
As a result, even the emperor's parents felt that this was too difficult, while the daughters of the emperor's family and the girls of the common people were more enamored with the brothers. Such outstanding men, with their loyalty and righteousness, were truly rare in the world. For example, the emperor and empress Xie Jingxing and Shen Miao had long enjoyed such a virtuous reputation in Daliang. This was not only due to their exceptional ability to govern the country, but also because Xie Shu and Xie Wu were truly well-liked.
Xie Shu and Xie Wu naturally did not treat this strict father as kindly as they did their loving mother, so Xie Jingxing was often angry, saying that the two little guys were not as sensible and understanding as the "Jiaojiao" he raised.
Shen Miao said, "Ah Shu, Ah Wu, in the beginning, many court officials will inevitably target you. It's not that they're bad, but in the beginning, everyone will experience this. Don't bother with them, Ah Shu, just do what you should do. If there are really those who are stubborn, Ah Wu, you have always been smart and will know what to do best."
He actually encouraged Xie Wu to use some "special means".
Xie Wu was indeed excited: "As expected, no one knows me better than my mother!"
"Madam!" Xie Jingxing asked, "Are you going to join them in making trouble?"
"Awu's methods are much gentler than yours back then. Besides, in this world, you can't be rigid in doing things. Being moderately tactful is naturally good. Ah Shu, I'm not worried about your abilities, and I don't have much to tell you. What I do have to tell you is... if you meet a girl you like, don't hesitate."
Xie Shu: “…”
Xie Wu said: "That's right, big brother should have found a sister-in-law for me long ago!"
"And you." Shen Miao stared at him: "You better restrain yourself. Don't think I don't know how many girls in Longye have been teased by you. If you don't like them, don't tease them. You will waste their lives in vain." Speaking of this, Shen Miao was furious and glared at Xie Jingxing again. What kind of father is what kind of son, the same character!
Xie Jingxing touched his nose innocently.
Xie Wu saw the conversation was turning to herself, so she quickly changed the subject and said, "Mom, don't say that. Tell me, how long are you going to travel for?"
"We'll come back when your mother has a younger sister." Xie Jingxing interrupted.
"No way?" Xie Wu said exaggeratedly: "You are all so old..." The rest of the words died down under Shen Miao's stern gaze.
“After seeing beautiful scenery and visiting beautiful places, you will naturally go home.” Shen Miao said.
That was my dream when I was young. In the past, I had to put it on hold for various reasons. Fortunately, I still have the opportunity now. This life is still long, and I can live it to the fullest and satisfaction.
Xie Shu smiled and said, "Dad and Mom, please feel free to go out. I will not let you down."
"I will find a wife!" Xie Wu added.
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