Everyone's eyes were focused on Xiaobao, and the emperor also looked at him intently.
Although Leng Xi had seen many storms, he couldn't help but feel nervous at this moment.
He had already imagined the embarrassing scene that would occur when Xiaobao randomly took out a portrait.
He could also imagine that when the emperor saw his painting, he would be so angry that he would overturn the table, and Xiaobao and Yu Qiaoqiao would kneel down and beg for mercy. Then, his father would take out his anger on him...
The more he thought about it, the angrier he became. This time he was too indulgent towards Qiaoqiao. After receiving the imperial edict from the emperor informing him to go to the palace to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, he only told her to let Xiaobao prepare a talent and show it to the emperor.
He thought Yu Qiaoqiao would ask Xiaobao to recite a poem, or even just write two words like Lele. Even if he couldn't win the first place, it wouldn't be embarrassing.
Now, he is so bold as to want to paint a portrait of the emperor. How can he paint the emperor's ever-changing face?
Leng Xi's heart suddenly rose to his throat, while Yu Qiaoqiao calmly watched the pen dancing in Xiaobao's hand.
Xiaobao took a long time to paint this picture. The emperor became impatient and started drinking tea directly. He also asked Liu Xi to pick out lotus seeds for him to eat.
After about half an hour, Xiaobao put down the pen in his hand, clasped his hands together and said:
"Grandpa Huang, I've finished the painting."
Hearing this, everyone turned their attention to his painting. The emperor waved to Liu Xi and said,
"Lift it up and show it to me."
After Liu Xi bowed in response, he quickly walked to Xiaobao, held up the painting facing the emperor.
this……
The moment he saw the painting, the emperor's brows twisted into a knot and he pointed at the painting, "What...is this...painting?" Leng Xi, who was standing on the side, knew from the emperor's expression that Xiaobao must have gotten into trouble this time.
After all, Xiaobao is Lengxi's son, and he can't bear to see him being punished by the emperor.
So, he hurried to Xiaobao, knelt on his knees, clasped his fists and begged:
"Father, Xiaobao is young and has only learned to paint for a few days. His paintings are not good. Please don't blame him. I will discipline him after I return."
"Hahaha……"
What Leng Xi didn't expect was that the emperor was not angry at all. Instead, he laughed heartily, and Liu Xi also laughed.
The emperor waved his hands hurriedly.
"Eunuch Liu, come quickly and show everyone my portrait."
After hearing this, Liu Xi slowly turned around and showed the painting to everyone present.
When Leng Xi saw the painting, his eyes widened in surprise.
Although the painting wasn't pretty or stunning, and it didn't depict the emperor at all, it was actually a dragon...
He suddenly realized that it was no wonder that the emperor was laughing so happily. That dragon meant that the current emperor was the true dragon emperor!
When everyone saw the painting, they understood its profound meaning and nodded in praise. Leng Yu and Luo Lan also felt that Xiaobao was a smart kid.
The emperor nodded with joy and kept praising:
"Okay, I like this portrait. Someone, please take it away and hang it in my study."
Liu Xi hurriedly ordered his men to put the portrait away. The emperor then instructed Liu Xi:
"Reward Xiaobao handsomely, you must reward him handsomely."
"I obey your order."
This scene made Leng Xi stand up from the ground in embarrassment. Xiao Bao knelt on his knees and said loudly to the emperor:
"Xiaobao thanks Grandpa Huang for his reward. Grandpa Huang is the true dragon emperor of the Daning Kingdom. Just like this dragon, he stands tall between heaven and earth, with all things looking up to him and unparalleled dignity."
This set of gorgeous words made the emperor smile again.
Leng Xi was surprised by Xiaobao's performance. Xiaobao had always been timid, so why would he say something so unexpected at this moment?
The emperor waved his hands in great joy.
"Reward, this child is truly worthy of being a descendant of my Leng family. Well said, he deserves a reward."
Seeing the emperor constantly praising Xiaobao, Concubine Li, who was angry just now, suddenly smiled.
Xiaobao is her grandson. As long as Xiaobao can please the emperor, she, as his grandmother, can also benefit from it.
When the people at the scene saw the emperor praising Xiaobao, they all followed suit. Leng Ming, who had just returned, looked intently at Luo Xue opposite him, with an unnatural look on his face.
At lunch, the emperor specially asked Xiaobao and the other three children to sit next to him. Lengxi's face showed a little more joy than before. During the meal, he was also attentive to pick up food for Yu Qiaoqiao.
Of course, Yu Qiaoqiao still ignored him. Her purpose of returning to Xiwang Mansion was very clear, which was for Xiaobao. Xiaobao's performance today was also the result of her long-term training at home.
Since Leng Xi doesn't value her and her child, let the emperor pay attention to them.
The emperor enjoyed the lunch very much. When he smiled, everyone else smiled too.
After lunch, as usual, the emperor would take a nap, and the rest of the people could stroll around the imperial garden at will.
The older ministers found a cool place to chat and play chess, while the younger ones formed groups and pairs. Some went to the lotus pond to admire the flowers and fish, while others ran to play among the flowers.
The atmosphere in the entire palace was very harmonious and everyone was having a great time.
Leng Ming took a few mooncakes and two apples from the table. Seeing that no one noticed, he quietly left the crowd and went to a secluded place.
That’s right, on this day of family reunion, he wanted to go see his mother. Chang, who was in the cold palace, had long been forgotten. In this world, he, her son, was the only one who still remembered her!
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content!
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
