Ever since Xiao Lingdang and the others set out to look for his father, the emperor, and his mother, Su Jingshuo has been feeling a little restless.
He was very worried that his father would guess what he was thinking and do something.
But he has to do something to express his position and ideas.
Even though this idea might be a little difficult.
He always has to give it a try.
Finally, in his expectant and nervous mood, Su Jingsheng and his group finally returned.
I was quite happy for a moment when I saw them successfully bring back their newborn baby brother.
"Royal brother, did you really bring the child back? Father didn't say anything, did he?"
Su Jingsheng didn't think much of it when he saw this. "Yes, the emperor said to bring it back for everyone to see, and to register it in the clan certificate. It will be sent back later."
The smile on Su Jingshuo's face froze instantly.
"What did you say? Still want to send it back?"
At that moment, he felt a slight chill on his back.
Su Jingsheng felt that something was wrong with him, but he didn't think much about it, "Yes, this is just a baby who was born only five or six days ago, so of course he should be sent back.
But my father said that we can wait until after the full moon to send her back, so that my mother can have a little more ease during the confinement period.
By the way, the names of the two younger brothers have been decided. The one we adopted is the sixth one, named Su Jingxu, and the other is the seventh one, named Su Jingren.
When the time comes, Xiaoliu’s full-moon ceremony can be held in Beijing, and then it can be sent back.
Oh, by the way, it seems that the emperor also gave Xiao Lingdang some instructions. Xiao Lingdang, please talk to your brother. I will take Jingxu downstairs to change his clothes first.
Su Jingsheng said this and carried Su Jingxu away to the side hall. In a blink of an eye, only Su Jingshuo and Xiao Lingdang were left in the imperial study.
At this moment, Su Jingshuo felt his heart beating faster. He was looking forward to what Xiao Lingling would say, but he was afraid that it would not be what he wanted to hear.
But he still couldn't help but ask, "Did the emperor have a message for you to bring? What is it? Tell me."
Little Bell shrugged her nose. "Oh, it's nothing actually. I've talked to Father about this before.
My father said that before you ascended the throne, you almost always lived in the capital and the palace, and rarely saw the scenery outside.
My father said that although they had only been away for half a year, they had already seen many stunning sights.
My father wants me to tell you that although the palace is beautiful, the world outside is actually more beautiful.
I guess my father wants me to remind you, my royal brother, that he is worried that you are limiting your vision to this small palace and the capital.
However, I am not sure. Father said that you can understand it, so I just need to repeat it."
After hearing this, Su Jingshuo felt a chill in his heart. He naturally understood what his father meant. Those words did not ask him to care about the people, nor did they ask him to have a sense of the overall situation.
Instead, she was telling him directly that Xiao Lingling simply preferred freedom to the palace.
He actually knew it a long time ago, but he just didn't want to admit it.
Now, looking at Xiao Lingling's bright smile, he clenched his fists tightly to hold back the sob in his throat.
"Xiao Lingling, compared to the outside world, isn't the palace really depressing? If it were you, would you be willing to live here?"
Little Bell didn't think deeply and immediately shook her head, "Huh~~ I can stay for a few days, but if you really want me to stay longer, I'm afraid I'll get bored.
Although this palace is beautiful, I'd get bored looking at it every day. I grew up in the countryside, so naturally I have a wilder temperament.
In addition, I have been traveling around in the past two years and have become accustomed to this free and easy life.
However, every life has its pros and cons. For example, my royal brother, you don’t have as much freedom as I do now, but you have the greatest power in Qingyang.
My royal brother, you have witnessed with your own eyes the hardships of the common people. I really hope that you can become a wise ruler, and I believe that you can do it.
But you must also take care of your health. When I come to the capital next time, I will definitely come to the palace to show you. When it is time to relax, you must also relax. "
After hearing this, Su Jingshuo felt his heart instantly turn cold.
Although this was the result he expected, he still felt uncomfortable when he actually heard it.
Yes, he had witnessed Xiao Lingling's unrestrained smile and free posture with his own eyes. How could he allow himself to clip her wings with his own hands?
She should have been a free lark, looking for the sky that belonged to her.
It was him, too greedy.
Having seen her beauty, he actually wanted to imprison her.
He was not surprised at all. If he really did that, Xiao Lingling would be the first person to hate him.
Thinking of this, he just smiled bitterly for a moment, and his mood was not so depressed anymore.
After all, the little bell is the sun that he does not deserve to own. If he cannot have it, then it would be nice to try his best to protect it.
However, after seeing the glare of the sun, perhaps nothing else can catch his eye.
Little Bell thought he was sad because he had lost his freedom, and for a moment she felt a little soft-hearted, so she took a few steps forward and said, "Hey, brother, don't be sad.
We have a life-long friendship. Don't worry, if I go out to play somewhere in the future, I will definitely bring you a gift, and you won't be left out.
Besides, I heard from my father that you can also go on incognito visits? Although it’s not possible every year, there is always a chance.”
Su Jingshuo looked at her bright smiling face and sighed again, as if feeling a little relieved.
"Indeed, don't worry, I know what I should do. I won't disappoint my father and mother's expectations."
Xiao Lingling nodded in satisfaction, and suddenly thought of something. She forced a flattering smile and looked at Su Jingshuo.
“Hehehe…”
Su Jingshuo was no stranger to such smiles. He rolled his eyes unhappily and said, "Tell me, what snacks do you want this time?"
Little Bell waved her hands mysteriously, "No, no, no, this time it's not snacks. Father gave me this task and rewarded me with two of the best chefs who make imperial meals.
My father said that he only needs to find you, so, hehehe, brother, when I leave the palace later, just let me take it back~~~"
Su Jingshuo was speechless. His father was really cruel. The only thing he could offer to tempt Xiao Lingling was some delicious food.
Now, even the cook has been given to him. How can he lure Xiao Lingdang into the palace in the future?
But seeing how much she was looking forward to it, he couldn't bring himself to refuse.
Why!
"Okay, okay, okay, since the emperor has already agreed to your request, I'd be so stingy if I didn't. Okay, just go to the imperial kitchen and take a couple of the ones you like.
You only need to bring two, otherwise there will be no one to cook my meals."
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