Chapter 513 Grandson, don't speak suddenly next time, it's scary.
Xiao Wu looked up at Xiao Su Bao, and seeing that there was no sign of perfunctoriness in Xiao Su Bao's eyes, he closed his eyes and fell asleep.
His lips curled up, and he seemed to relax considerably.
The guards had already taken Cui away. Little Su Bao looked at the little one in her arms.
Her face turned cold. Someone had plotted against the Empress and her unborn child.
She needed to tell her master about this quickly and ask if he had any ideas.
Thinking of this, a hint of worry appeared in Xiao Su Bao's eyes.
"Don't worry, it's alright!" Xiao Mo Bao glanced at Xiao Su Bao and whispered in the little girl's ear.
Princess Chang'an, who was worried about her younger brother, was startled when she suddenly heard Xiao Mo Bao's voice.
"Grandson, don't speak suddenly next time, it's scary!" Princess Chang'an looked at Xiao Su Bao's eldest son... with a hint of a smile in her eyes.
"I'm not!" Little Mo Bao said with a frown, dissatisfied.
"How can it not be? You call me Su Bao's mother, and I'm Su Bao's aunt. What do you call me!"
Xiao Mobao frowned slightly, sensing that something was amiss, but remained silent and quiet once again.
The emperor and empress also heard about their youngest son's situation and rushed over.
The emperor was so frightened to see his youngest son lying in Xiao Su Bao's arms that he thought his youngest son had died.
He rushed over and was relieved to see that his son was still breathing and sleeping peacefully.
The emperor opened his mouth as if to say something, but what came out in the end was: "Well, Su Bao, you take good care of your uncle, and you must be filial to him in the future, understand?"
Filial piety?
Little Su Bao looked at her uncle, who was even younger than her, and suddenly turned around to look at her nephews who were hurrying over from a distance.
“Okay!” the little girl replied obediently.
The emperor finally breathed a slight sigh of relief.
The empress, standing to the side, glanced at the emperor, her eyes flickering for a moment. Her man was certainly cunning…
The Empress couldn't help but glance at Little Su Bao.
The little girl gave the queen a sweet smile, her clear eyes showing no other emotion.
The Empress suddenly realized that it wasn't the Emperor who had schemed against Xiao Su Bao, but rather that the little girl herself had chosen it.
If Xiao Su Bao herself hadn't agreed, how could the emperor have possibly succeeded in his scheme?
The Empress sighed and walked over to the little girl.
"you……"
"Grandma, I'm willing, really!" Little Su Bao raised her head and interrupted the Empress before she could finish speaking.
The Empress stroked Xiao Su Bao's head and looked at her fifth child in her arms.
A strange mix of emotions welled up inside me.
"Silly girl, what if you get scammed in the future because you're so naive!"
The Empress sighed, her eyes filled with intense doting affection.
The more she spent with Xiao Su Bao, the more she felt that the little girl was just like the mute girl from back then!
The Empress's eyes deepened, as if she had thought of something.
"Grandma, don't be afraid. I'm very capable now and I won't be fooled!"
The little girl had bright, sparkling eyes and two cute dimples when she smiled.
The Empress looked at the little one, a smile playing on her lips, and was about to speak when she heard the Emperor's voice.
"That's right! Anyone who dares to lie to our little Su Bao, I'll kill him!"
After speaking, the emperor looked at Xiao Su Bao again, his eyes filled with tenderness.
The feeling of being torn apart made the queen, who was standing to the side, not want to pay any attention to this guy anymore.
It's getting late, and I have a lot to do early tomorrow morning!
The empress pulled the emperor to rest, and before leaving, she took one last, reluctant look at her youngest son.
"Alright, let's go. All those eyesores are gone. Today it's just us!"
The emperor pulled the empress along very quickly. The empress paused, her cheeks slightly flushed.
This emperor is so old, yet he's truly... shameless!
Xiao Su Bao looked at the little guy in her arms and carried him back to her tent.
Princess Chang'an and Fuman were worried about Xiao Su Bao, so they simply slept with the little girl.
The bed, which was originally small, suddenly seemed much bigger.
The Sima family was extremely wealthy, and their daughters' dowries were countless.
In terms of food and daily necessities, Fumanduo has no shortage of them.
So, what was already a luxurious tent now has even more stuff inside.
That big bed is big enough for four people to roll around on.
Princess Chang'an had a lot of food sent over, since they were young and easily got hungry at night.
Xiao Wu was very well-behaved, lying quietly on the bed.
The girls washed and dressed before going to bed.
That night, the Fifth Prince slept unusually well. The little guy, who was always awakened by nightmares in the middle of the night, actually slept until dawn.
Even the emperor and empress, upon hearing of this, couldn't help but arrive early.
The three little girls, now dressed, were teasing the fifth prince on the bed.
Although the Fifth Prince was a bit thin, he looked quite cute, especially his eyes, which were exceptionally bright and large, like big grapes.
"Fifth Prince, call me sister, and I'll give you this!" Fu Manduo said quietly, taking out a piece of candy from her bosom.
The Fifth Prince paused, then couldn't help but lick his lips.
He was in poor health from childhood, and neither his mother nor the people around him would give him candy.
The little guy is also well-behaved; he won't ask for it if others don't give it to him.
But now...
“Wu’er…not good…” The little guy turned his head away, but his big eyes couldn’t help but sneak a peek back.
Fu Manduo was immediately amused. She had asked Xiao Su Bao, and the Fifth Prince could eat candy. In fact, it was best not to treat him like a sick child.
It's best to treat them as ordinary children.
The fifth prince's cheeks were rosy, making him look exceptionally cute.
Princess Chang'an smiled sweetly to the side, and suddenly, taking advantage of the Fifth Prince's inattention, she hugged him and gave him a big kiss!
The Fifth Prince stared wide-eyed at his elder sister in disbelief!
Perhaps because of his poor health, he had been living with his wet nurse and mother all these years, while his brothers and sisters would only come to visit him and then leave.
This was the first time Xiao Wu had been kissed by Princess Chang'an. The little guy hugged his rosy cheeks, his eyes sparkling and exceptionally beautiful.
Xiao Su Bao was standing nearby, and she saw that the Fifth Prince, who was originally full of murderous aura, had his murderous aura suppressed by a trace!
Even though it was only a tiny bit, it made people incredibly happy.
"Xiao Wu, eat whatever you want. Don't worry, I won't tell Mom!"
Princess Chang'an blinked, then seemed to remember something, and reached out to touch the little guy's face!
"Royal sister~" The Fifth Prince became even more shy instantly. /(//o/ω/o//)/.
"Haha, Little Five is so cute!" Princess Chang'an laughed rather carefree.
Little Su Bao breathed a sigh of relief; they hadn't found their master and the others yet!
It's good that we can suppress the Fifth Prince's murderous aura for the time being.
As the group was making a ruckus, the Emperor and Empress, who had just walked in from outside, heard their youngest son's laughter and exchanged a glance.
"How about we arrange a marriage between Xiao Su Bao and Xiao Wu..."
The emperor, still somewhat unwilling to give up, spoke to the empress.
Tang Bugui's face darkened instantly. He pursed his lips and looked at the emperor with a deep gaze.
The expressions of Tang Si and the others standing nearby also became tense.
Having been in the capital for so long, they naturally know more.
Fear arises from knowing more.
Imperial power is inviolable!
"His Majesty……"
The Empress sighed, wondering when her husband would change his habit of always trying to bring back good things for her.
"You're so stingy! I was just joking! Is it really that big of a deal?"
Whether it was a joke or not, the emperor himself knew the answer.
He is the emperor; if he truly wishes to grant a marriage, even Tang Bugui cannot do anything about it!
But he really dotes on Tang Bugui; that kid really doesn't know what's good for him!
Tang Si glanced at the emperor and became even more silent.
Become stronger, become stronger than your uncle!
Otherwise, if my uncle is gone one day, who will protect my little sister?
Thinking of this, Tang Si clenched his fists secretly.
Tang Dabao's eyes also became deep and thoughtful.
Compared to his brothers, Tang Dabao is clearly much smarter, especially now!
Tang Sanbao's eyes widened as he thought of the little Third Prince and then of his own aunt!
Will he have to call Little Dot Uncle from now on?
No, that would be better than calling him Yunmo!
After all, that guy is good-looking and treats his aunt well!
Tang Sanbao subconsciously looked in the direction of Yun Mo. The young man stood to the side with his hands behind his back, as quiet as air...
Tang Erbao is alright; he likes making money and is a businessman!
From a businessman's perspective, this is good for the Tang family and for Aunt Tang!
But he is still my aunt's nephew, so this matter absolutely cannot be allowed!
My aunt has too many secrets!
Now that the Crown Prince has recovered, the Second Prince, though a playboy, is actually quite wise.
The Third Prince is incredibly clever!
Marrying into the royal family means there are some things you can't control, and your aunt might not have any freedom either!
That's why my uncle has always disagreed with it.
Even if she were to become empress, what benefits would it bring to her aunt?
Is it really a good place in that deep palace?
The boys didn't speak, but the light in their eyes grew even brighter.
No matter what, they must protect their aunt and let her live the life she wants.
The emperor felt a chill run down his spine. He instinctively turned around and saw the Tang family boys staring at him.
The look in his eyes was quite respectful, but...
The emperor's lips twitched, and he couldn't help but glare at these brats!
"Hmph!" The emperor glared at them before turning his head away, refusing to look anymore!
I want to punch someone after seeing this so much!
Bai Yinjun appeared out of nowhere, dressed in the uniform of the Imperial Guard.
The young boy had a hint of helplessness on his face.
He clearly slept last night, but who knew he would be taken away as soon as he woke up!
That's nothing compared to what happened! Who knew those people would drag me to training so early in the morning!
If he hadn't gotten used to being abused back in the village, he felt he would have collapsed from exhaustion today!
The captain's gaze had been so intense that it made him feel quite uncomfortable!
"Your Majesty, please spare me!"
Bai Yinjun rushed directly in front of the emperor, looking at him with a face full of frustration.
The emperor raised an eyebrow; he certainly remembered clearly the brat who had beaten him up!
He had originally planned to send Bai Yinjun to the military camp, but some unexpected things happened, and he forgot about it!
But when I saw Bai Yinjun this time, that brat had grown taller and stronger!
I'm not taking it; it would be a disservice to this big thing.
"Your Majesty, young Bai is quite good. Rest assured, I will definitely train him for you!" A burly man walked over; he was also dressed in the uniform of the Imperial Guard.
This is the commander of the Imperial Guards; he's the one overseeing Bai Yinjun's training today.
As soon as they arrived, the commander of the Imperial Guards saw Tang Dabao and his group.
Her eyes, which were already smiling, became even brighter!
"Your Majesty, these lads are quite good too. Why don't you hand them over to me? I'll help train them, and they're sure to be promising talents!"
The emperor's heart stirred slightly as he looked at his commander.
This time, the Empress did not stop them, after all, it wouldn't be a bad thing for the children.
Countless sons of officials in the capital city dream of being noticed by the commander of the Imperial Guards. This man once trained two generals and many brave and skilled soldiers!
"This matter..." The emperor thought for a moment, but ultimately did not agree.
"These lads belong to the Tang family. You can't get them back. If you can, I'll reward you with that red-tasseled spear!" The emperor chuckled and then fell silent.
"Father Emperor, Mother Empress!"
Just then, several people came out from inside.
The Fifth Prince, who had been dressed very obediently, walked at the front. Although he was still somewhat thin, he somehow looked more energetic today.
Looking at her youngest son's slightly rosy cheeks, the Empress couldn't help but glance at the group of people.
Princess Chang'an ran to her mother's side and whispered something in her ear.
The Empress was taken aback, but then a smile appeared in her eyes.
She quickened her pace, and before the little guy could notice, she picked up the Fifth Prince and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek.
The Third Prince's cheeks flushed even redder instantly, and his eyes held an expression he had never shown before.
emperor……
"Wife, give me a kiss too!" The emperor leaned in and moved closer to his wife.
The ministers immediately lowered their heads, pretending not to have seen anything.
The Empress's lips twitched, and she almost couldn't resist punching her husband.
However, just as the emperor was about to bring his lips to his daughter-in-law's face, he suddenly kissed his son instead.
This is the first time the emperor has ever had a biological son!
The imperial physician had previously said that Xiao Wu was not in good health and that they should not get too close!
The main concern was that the Emperor and Empress would be heartbroken if the Fifth Prince were gone!
But how could the emperor not like his own youngest son!
Little Su Bao saw the Emperor and Empress's actions, and then her gaze fell on the Fifth Prince.
Sure enough, another trace of malevolent energy dissipated.
The joy in her eyes grew even stronger.
"Father!" The fifth prince looked at the emperor in surprise, his eyes watery, as if he was about to cry.
The emperor reached out and took his son into his arms.
"Haha, Xiao Wu looks so good today! Come on, Dad will take you hunting later and I'll catch a rabbit to make you a dress!"
The emperor also overheard Princess Chang'an whispering in the empress's ear that being close to his son could improve his health, so he was naturally very willing!
"Mmm..." The Fifth Prince nodded instantly, his eyes filled with excitement.
He had never been so happy.
Xiao Su Bao breathed a sigh of relief. Her guess was right; her parents' affection seemed to have a special magic on the little guy.
As if sensing something, the Fifth Prince turned around and gave Xiao Su Bao a bright smile.
While everyone was talking, Cao Xuan's expression was rather unpleasant on the other side.
Not only did he lose a hundred taels of silver, but his mother had also just scolded him again!
He clenched his fists, a shadow falling over his eyes.
The Empress Dowager has told me that I absolutely must win over Little Su Bao this time!
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but look at something in his hand.
This was given to me by the Empress Dowager; it's called a love potion!
If you can get Xiao Su Bao under the spell of love, she will definitely fall in love with you without hesitation!
This is the last thing he wanted to do!
He felt he was good enough, so why wouldn't Xiao Su Bao like him!
"Xuan'er, why are you still here? Have you forgotten what your great-aunt said?"
Madam Cao frowned, a hint of disappointment in her eyes.
Cao Xuan clenched his fists tighter, put his hands behind his back, and took a deep breath.
As if he had thought of something, he looked at his mother.
"Mother...would you be very disappointed if I failed?"
He is the pride of the Cao family, the hope of the Cao family!
My mother used to be very proud of herself!
Madam Cao paused, and her heart skipped a beat as she looked at her insecure son.
The next moment, her expression changed.
"Cao Xuan, you can't fail. You are the best, the most outstanding child in the Cao family. You will definitely be able to complete your great-aunt's task. She's just a little girl. Once you marry her, you can do whatever you want with her!"
After Madam Cao finished speaking, she seemed to remember something and took out a bottle from her bosom.
"If that doesn't work, just let that girl smell this powder, and she'll be completely at your mercy..."
This is considered Madam Cao's trump card this time.
As for whether it's vulgar or not, so what!
Tang Bugui's military power and his relationship with the emperor and empress both justify his actions.
Cao Xuan paused, his expression becoming somewhat complicated.
"Mother...you..."
Cao Xuan didn't want to use the drug. The love potion was meant to make Xiao Su Bao like him, but using the drug... would ruin Xiao Su Bao's reputation!
He didn't want it to be like this!
His remaining conscience prevented him from doing anything that would cause a woman to lose her reputation!
"Xuan'er, this is just in case. Besides, if you don't do it, what if someone else does? This time, it's not just our family that's eyeing Xiao Su Bao!"
Madam Cao spoke earnestly to her son, walked to his side, and stuffed the bottle of medicine she was holding directly into his arms.
Cao Xuan's face was grim, and he felt the medicine was extremely hot in his hand!
"Take it. This time, we can only win, we can't afford to lose!"
Madam Cao looked at her son, her voice carrying a hint of something unsettling.
The Empress Dowager's task for them was to ensure that if their son lost, the Empress Dowager would be disappointed in him, and what would happen to their son in the Cao family afterward.
Thinking of this, Madam Cao hardened her heart.
“Son, a man can’t get anything done if he’s not ruthless. Besides, that girl is incredibly lucky to have married you. You’re so good to her, if it weren’t for…”
"How could you possibly marry a peasant? At worst, you'll just have to treat her better!"
Madam Cao stroked her son's head, her tone softening.
Cao Xuan lowered his head and remained silent.
Seeing her son take the medicine, Madam Cao's smile brightened a little.
This time, my son certainly won't let me down!
Thinking to herself, Madam Cao said, "Alright, it's almost time. You should go out now!"
Cao Xuan nodded, then whispered, "Mother, let me change my clothes first!"
Madam Cao nodded. She knew her son was handsome, so she naturally had no objection to him changing his clothes.
The best way to make Xiaosubao like her son without using any medicine powder is...
After all, it wouldn't be good if using the powder left a rift between the young couple!
After Madam Cao left, Cao Xuan sat down. He looked at himself in the bronze mirror, his face was deathly pale, and his brows were furrowed. He was completely different from usual.
He even felt, perhaps, that he was in a somewhat ferocious state, whether it was his imagination or not!
Cao Xuan reached out and touched his face, then slammed the bronze mirror down.
The next moment, he didn't care anymore and changed into a white shirt. He looked best in white clothes.
The boy looked to be only ten years old, but at this moment he had a lot of worries about him.
After changing his clothes, Cao Xuan couldn't help but glance at himself; he looked much better this time.
He put the medicine powder away and then walked outside.
At this moment, there was a lively scene outside, with ministers and their families all getting up.
The people chatted in small groups.
The spring hunt usually begins with the second prince leading the third prince.
However, this year it's probably because the Crown Prince's health has improved that he's taking the lead.
Since it's a hunt, there are naturally different levels of skill!
However, a sacrificial ceremony must be held before the ceremony begins.
In previous years, the emperor would take his attendants to the altar in the hunting grounds to pray to the gods for a successful and safe hunt.
However, this year the emperor brought his daughter, Xiao Su Bao, with him.
The emperor was wearing a dragon robe, while Xiao Su Bao was dressed in a red auspicious robe.
This time, however, the Empress did not object, which was quite unusual.
The emperor, holding Xiao Su Bao's hand, slowly walked up to the altar, where three sacrificial animals—cattle, sheep, and pig—were placed.
He and Xiao Su Bao each held burning incense sticks in their hands.
"As the Son of Heaven, I thank the gods for the favorable weather and safe hunting conditions, and pray that they will bless this hunt to be a success!"
Little Su Bao mimicked the emperor's words, slightly altering the beginning: "Su Bao thanks the gods..."
After the emperor finished speaking, the sky did not change; the clouds remained. But as soon as Xiao Su Bao finished speaking, the clouds were blown away by the wind, and in an instant, the sky became bright and sunny.
The chill of spring has disappeared.
The emperor glanced at Xiao Su Bao and sighed inwardly.
What a pity, she can't be my wife!
That brat won't even let the little one be his daughter... That's so frustrating!
The emperor put aside his thoughts and pulled Xiao Su Bao to bow in respect.
The moment the little girl bent over, a gust of wind blew by, as if to help them up!
Little Su Bao looked at her arm, as if some force was preventing her from bowing!
The emperor pursed his lips, pretending not to have noticed anything.
After the sacrifice was completed, the emperor looked at the warriors around him with a glimmer of light in his eyes.
He said some words of encouragement and announced the rewards for the top performers before smiling and leading Xiao Su Bao down the street.
Tang Bugui breathed a slight sigh of relief, but his brows furrowed even more.
The emperor has undoubtedly told everyone that Little Su Bao is under his protection.
After all, the emperor didn't even bring Princess Chang'an with him, but he did bring Little Su Bao!
Little Su Bao is in the eye of the storm!
This is not just about protection, but also a symbol of power. Tang Bugui sighed, his eyelids twitching wildly.
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