The imperial family's children could not be treated carelessly; they needed to be reported to the Imperial Clan Court, and their official records were indispensable. Even if she was a daughter, she was still a member of the imperial clan, and this was Zhu Ruyi's 'identity card,' so it couldn't be taken lightly.
Xu Miaoqing smiled and said, "Husband, rest assured, this is my duty."
This was indeed Xu Miaoqing's duty; according to etiquette, she was Zhu Ruyi's mother. Zhu Xiong Ying's children should all address Xu Miaoqing as their mother, because she was the principal wife, and her status was naturally different.
With her changed status, she naturally had more responsibilities to shoulder. Educating Zhu Xiong Ying's children was one of her duties. Taking care of the children of the concubines was also a matter of course; it was the magnanimity and composure expected of a principal wife.
Xu Miaoqing was naturally not worried about anything. Her position was secure, and so was her beloved son's. Even if Lian Qiongqiong had given birth to a son, let alone a daughter for Zhu Xiong Ying, Xu Miaoqing didn't believe it would pose any real threat.
The Ming Dynasty may appear to have only one emperor at present, but many trends are already quite clear. The succession to the throne in the Ming Dynasty is basically governed by the primogeniture system. Unless Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly overthrows everything and carries out a large-scale massacre in the court, nothing could possibly change.
In a good mood, Zhu Xiong Ying lay down to rest and said to Xu Miao Qing, "These days will be quite busy, and I probably won't have time to manage the Eastern Palace. Tell everyone to be careful and not to be too conspicuous at this time."
As Zhu Xiong Ying's wife, Xu Miao Qing naturally said repeatedly, "My husband, please rest assured. I have been looking after the Eastern Palace. The servants are quite sensible and dare not be arrogant."
This is indeed how the Eastern Palace should be. Even though Zhu Xiong Ying's position is secure and transcendent, if these servants are too arrogant, it may seem that it won't affect Zhu Xiong Ying's position. However, it will give people something to talk about, and people will think that Zhu Xiong Ying, as the Crown Prince, is not strict in managing his subordinates.
Or to put it more bluntly, the benevolence that the Crown Prince usually displays is actually nothing but a complete disguise.
Zhu Xiong Ying certainly trusted Xu Miao Qing. In fact, he didn't interfere much in the affairs of the Eastern Palace, and Wang Cheng En was also smart enough not to interfere much in the affairs of the Eastern Palace. It was all handled by Xu Miao Qing, the Crown Prince's consort.
She did indeed handle some things very well, so Zhu Xiong Ying didn't need to worry about any messy matters. The overall atmosphere in the Eastern Palace was relatively low-key and dutiful. This was undoubtedly a plus for Zhu Xiong Ying, even if it was just a small one.
As the young couple talked, they both understood that the coming period would be crucial and very busy. As a married couple, they naturally needed to communicate and coordinate their efforts on many matters so they could work together and make proper arrangements.
Even if Zhu Xiong Ying didn't bring up the matter of Old Zhu's abdication, some intentional or unintentional hints, or some unusual things, were enough for Xu Miao Qing to see through the situation.
There are some things that are best left unsaid; saying them aloud at this point might not necessarily be a good thing.
There's still a tacit understanding; it's enough that we don't say it out loud. As for the upcoming upheavals in the court or the Ming Dynasty, some people don't need to be so sensitive about them, mainly because many things seem to have been predetermined.
For example, Zhu Xiong Ying doesn't worry about certain things. In fact, he directs and plans many things, so he naturally has more say in many matters and is more confident in many things.
As for what others might need to ponder or guess at this time, that's their business.
It's best to continue preparing in advance, since what's coming next is a truly major event, and all aspects should be considered to minimize setbacks and ensure a smoother process.
For Zhu Xiong Ying, stability is truly the most important thing at this stage.
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