novelaction Chapter 727 The Night of Husband and Wife!
Chapter 727 The Night of Husband and Wife!
Mu Xin Nuan didn't want to stay in the capital anymore, but on the other hand, she couldn't bear to leave her family.
Once you return to Yanzhou, it will probably take at least a year to come back.
It seems that the Empress is like this, which is why she frequently summons her son and daughter-in-law to the palace. The Emperor, out of compassion, has been hesitant to issue an edict ordering them to return to their fiefdoms.
Mu Xin Nuan actually felt somewhat sorry for the Empress.
She had four sons, but only one of them stayed by her side.
He rarely even sees his grandchildren.
Mu Xin Nuan really couldn't understand what was so good about being the emperor.
He was always thinking about how to protect his throne and how to protect his children from power struggles. How exhausting!
When Mu Xin Nuan shared her thoughts with Duanmu Chu Ze.
Duanmu Chuze laughed heartily.
"Anuan, I'm so happy to have married you."
"What? Did I say something wrong?"
"No! You're absolutely right. You know, before my brothers got married, the four of us brothers actually had a pretty good relationship. Of course, it was mainly the relationship between my three older brothers, since I was too young at the time, so my memory of it is a bit hazy."
"Are you saying that they got into this mess because they got married, and that's why they were provoked like this? Duanmu Chuze, don't you think what you're saying is a bit unfair?"
Duanmu Chuze took her hand, signaling her not to rush.
“Anuan, of course I don’t look down on any woman. I’m just saying that everyone has an evil side in their heart, but some people bury it deep inside and it won’t be easily revealed. But some people hide it less. With a little external force, this side of them will be exposed, which is why things are like this.”
Mu Xin Nuan tilted her head. "So, according to you, fundamentally, it still depends mainly on the man?"
"Yes! Some men have better self-control and are more aware of what is theirs and what is not for them to covet. Therefore, not every emperor ascends the throne by stepping on the blood of other princes. And not all those who do not ascend the throne have to pay an extremely heavy price."
“I understand. The key lies in the individuals. If the Crown Prince hadn’t been so easily swayed, perhaps he wouldn’t have indulged the Crown Princess for so many years. And if Prince Ming hadn’t valued power so much, he wouldn’t have come to hate the Eastern Palace because of the Princess Ming’s affair.”
"Yes, that's roughly the idea."
“What you said makes some sense, but I always feel that the Crown Prince is too lenient, which isn’t necessarily a good thing. He’s destined to become an emperor. Think about it, he knows that the Crown Princess has done so many dirty and despicable things, yet he still tolerates it. It’s simply because he thinks that everything the Crown Princess does is for his own good. Isn’t that kind of thinking a kind of evil side of the Crown Prince?”
Duanmu Chuze nodded. "Anuan is indeed intelligent. You are right. My Crown Prince brother is indeed too lenient, but it should not be a big problem. The premise is that as long as he can identify the next successor, then there will be no major trouble."
"But doesn't His Majesty value Duanmu Chen? As the legitimate heir of the royal family, His Majesty naturally values the direct line of blood, believing that this is the purest lineage, and there's nothing wrong with that."
Duanmu Chuze chuckled, "If these words were to reach Father Emperor's ears, you'd be in for a world of trouble."
Mu Xin Nuan stuck out her tongue. "Isn't it because there are no outsiders here? Besides, the Emperor is very wise. Although he looks very serious, he is actually very kind-hearted. It's just that once he sits on that throne, he naturally thinks about more things than we do, and his concerns are naturally more numerous."
"Hmm, that's right. So, as you said, what's so great about being an emperor? It's much more comfortable like this. Once we return to Yanzhou, we'll be the masters there, able to live as we please, without always worrying about who's plotting against us."
"Hmm, I was actually a little worried about things at the girls' school. But thankfully, at least Madam Liu and the others are there. Aze, I suddenly realized that we can actually live a very easy life. Just as you said before, knowing people and making good use of them is a quality that a master of a region should have."
"You little brat, you're using my own words to shut me up again."
As the two chatted and laughed, Aunt Fang came over carrying little Zonghua.
Mu Hua and Mu Qing exchanged a glance. This kind of life was peaceful, meaningful, and comforting.
The next morning, after listening to the guard's account, the emperor unconsciously narrowed his eyes.
"Did Princess Chang Le really say that?"
"Your Majesty, that is indeed the case. Moreover, Prince Chang Le later told his consort that being an emperor is a difficult job. Only those who cannot see the situation clearly would think it is a symbol of power. In fact, no one who is emperor will have an easy time."
"Well, the fact that the fourth brother is so aware shows that he really doesn't care about this position."
"Your Majesty, Princess Chang Le also mentioned that their children should never fight tooth and nail for the throne in the future, which is heartbreaking."
The Emperor's brow furrowed. "This Mu Xin Nuan always manages to say something astonishing."
"Then? Does His Majesty mean the Chang Le Prince's Mansion?"
"No need to pay attention to that side anymore. Withdraw all personnel. Hopefully, we haven't disturbed the fourth brother."
"Your Majesty, rest assured, even if Prince Chang Le finds out, he won't think it's one of your people. He'll only think it's one of Prince Ming's or Prince An's people."
"Prince An? Duanmu Chen? He and the fourth prince don't get along?"
"Your Majesty, I do not know the specifics. However, every time the two meet, their conversations seem to be somewhat unpleasant."
"Hmm, Chen'er is too young, and he is bound to act rashly. I need to train him properly, but the Fourth Prince doesn't get along with him. I mentioned it to the Fourth Prince last time, but he refused to let Duanmu Chen go to Yanzhou no matter what."
“Your Majesty, Prince Chang Le is not usually petty. What could make him so concerned must be something serious.”
The emperor's mind raced, and he glanced at the person opposite him. "Have you heard any rumors?"
"Your Majesty, as far as I know, it seems that Prince An also took a fancy to Princess Chang Le."
The emperor's face turned cold, and his voice suddenly became icy, "What did you say?"