Chapter 261 He's gotten too arrogant since becoming the Crown Prince
Xiao Jue hadn't expected the divine physician to ask him such a question. He thought about it carefully for a moment, then smiled faintly and said directly, "If you didn't love me, why would you give me your heart's blood?"
Upon hearing this, the divine doctor felt that it made sense, but he still felt somewhat awkward.
But seeing Xiao Jue so engrossed in the moment, the divine doctor could only swallow his own awkwardness. Perhaps it was because it was the first time they had ever loved someone, and they were both a little inexperienced, which was why they seemed so awkward.
The next day, early morning.
Xiao Jue changed his clothes and entered the palace, going directly to the Emperor to report on his duties.
The troop rotation and training went very well this time, and the emperor was very pleased. He immediately rewarded Xiao Jue and, knowing that Xiao Jue's wife was about to give birth, even gave him two imperial physicians to take care of her at home.
Logically speaking, this should be considered a glorious occasion, but Xiao Jue's face showed no pleasant expression. He simply expressed his gratitude in a proper manner, but his attitude was extremely cold.
Others might not know what was going on, but both Xiao Jue and the Emperor knew perfectly well that Xiao Jue was acting this way because of the child.
After leaving the Imperial Study, the Crown Prince immediately caught up with Xiao Jue: "Cousin, what's wrong with you? Father was so kind to you today, why are you so cold?"
"I'm staying at Changchun Palace for dinner tonight, and you call that cold?" Xiao Jue frowned and looked at the Crown Prince. "What, now that you're the Crown Prince, you've become arrogant?"
Upon hearing this, the Crown Prince felt a little embarrassed. He frowned and looked at Xiao Jue with some helplessness: "Cousin, can you please not talk to me so bluntly? We grew up together since childhood. Don't you know what kind of person I am? Why would I put on airs with you? I'm just a little worried about you, afraid that you might offend Father and suffer."
"It's as if I won't suffer if I don't offend him now. It's not just me, my younger brother, sister, wife, and children are all suffering together, aren't they?"
"Since I'm going to suffer whether I offend someone or not, I might as well just enjoy myself."
Xiao Jue shrugged indifferently, speaking with an air of self-righteousness.
He's just that kind of free-spirited person; from childhood to adulthood, he's always said whatever comes to mind.
"Cousin, is something wrong with your wife?" The Crown Prince has been busy with his power struggles lately and naturally has no time to pay attention to Xie Qingran. Besides, the two of them don't have a very good relationship, so it's best not to care too much, lest people spread rumors.
Xiao Jue waved his hand: "It's nothing. I haven't been to the palace in a long time either. Come with me for a walk."
With that, Xiao Jue took the lead and walked towards Changchun Palace.
Watching Xiao Jue's retreating figure, the Crown Prince sighed helplessly and could only silently follow.
The front hall of the Duke of Zhenguo's residence.
Shen Wenyuan presented a lot of things on the table like a treasure: "Look, these are rouge and face powders that I made especially for you. The formula even contains some Chinese herbal ingredients, so it won't affect the baby in your belly. Do you like them?"
Looking at the things Shen Wenyuan had brought, Xie Qingran smiled slightly and said, "I like them, of course I like them. I like anything you give me."
"I'm glad you like it."
"By the way, my brother said that all the things you asked for before have been sent over. Is there anything else you want?"
"This is this month's share. You're really amazing, a full 50,000 taels."
Shen Wenyuan took out a small box, which was filled with silver notes.
Upon seeing these silver notes, Xie Qingran's smile finally became more genuine. Her eyes crinkled as she took the notes and examined them carefully before saying, "It seems your Shen family's business is indeed doing quite well. With you as our cash cow, I won't have to worry about running out of money anymore."
"How come I didn't know you were such a money-grubber?"
"Actually, money is nothing special. If you like it, I'll help you earn more."
Shen Wenyuan looked at Xie Qingran with a smile.
"If my sister-in-law wants money, we'll help her earn more!"
Xiao Yu suddenly walked out from behind, his eyebrows tightly furrowed, looking at Shen Wenyuan with a huff and aggression.
Why do you always come to my house?
He stared at Shen Wenyuan with a displeased expression.
Shen Wenyuan didn't expect that while he was talking, this little kid would rush out and speak so rudely.
He couldn't help but smile, and as if by magic, produced a small, exquisite short sword, handing it to Xiao Yu: "This is something I prepared especially for you. Do you like it?"
It has to be said that Shen Wenyuan's short sword is incredibly beautiful. Xiao Yu liked it at first sight. Although he is young, he is ambitious!
Xiao Yu turned her face away and snorted, "What's so great about it? I have all that at home, I don't care!"
Seeing Xiao Yu's expression, Xie Qingran knew that he was just putting on an act and couldn't possibly dislike him.
"Since you don't like it, then give it to me." Xie Qingran stepped forward, took the short sword in her hand and played with it, then looked at Shen Wenyuan with some resentment: "I said, you know I have two children at home, why did you only bring one?"
“There are two.” Shen Wenyuan smiled, took out another one, and handed it to Xie Qingran like a treasure. Then he said, “These two short swords, although they look small and exquisite, are made of the best black iron. They can cut through iron like mud. The two children can protect themselves by carrying them, so you can worry less.”
"Even without your flashy but impractical thing, we'll protect ourselves and won't cause any trouble for your sister-in-law!"
"Besides, we're family, you're an outsider!"
Xiao Yu stepped forward again, frowning and looking at Shen Wenyuan with displeasure.
"shut up!"
"Ayu, you've gone too far."
Xie Qingran's face immediately turned cold, and she looked at Xiao Yu with displeasure.
She knew what Xiao Yu was thinking, but no matter what, Shen Wenyuan was an elder who had come with gifts. As the hosts, they shouldn't treat their guest like that.
Xiao Yu, like a stubborn little rooster, reddened his eyes and bowed to Shen Wenyuan: "Young Master Shen, I'm sorry!"
After saying that, Xiao Yu turned and left with tears in her eyes.
Shen Wenyuan looked at Xie Qingran helplessly: "It's just a child saying a few words casually, I wouldn't hold it against her."
Whether you care or not is your business, but how I raise my children is my business.
“Shen Wenyuan, this is a family matter, and you really shouldn’t interfere too much.”
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