Time returns to Beiming Yu's study.
Faced with Emperor Xuanwu's words that seemed to be caring but were actually knocking, Rong Ming's expression froze slightly, then he lowered his head, half-covering his uneasy eyes, and whispered: "It's because of the unfilial piety of the sons and ministers that makes the father worried. It's just that …”
As he was speaking, his breath suddenly stagnated slightly, and he subconsciously covered his mouth, and then he couldn't stop coughing.
The coughing sound was intermittent, with a bit of depression and pain. It sounded like he was trying his best to restrain himself, but he couldn't restrain it.
Emperor Xuanwu frowned slightly and said to Lu Yao who was standing aside: "Give me a seat."
"Thank you...ahem...thank you, Father."
After a while, Rong Ming raised his head with a pale face. The corners of his lips were trembling due to violent coughing, and his whole body seemed to be a little exhausted.
Emperor Xuanwu asked with a worried look on his face: "The prince is so seriously ill. Is there any news that Chief Zhang will come to your house for treatment?"
Rong Ming cautiously met Emperor Xuanwu's inquiring gaze. When he read the caring look in his eyes, he breathed a sigh of relief and replied with a hint of restraint: "Back to my father, Zhang Yuan is the royal servant of my father." Imperial physician, how dare I go beyond the rules and bother him? I had my pulse checked by the doctor yesterday, and it's not serious."
After hearing this, Emperor Xuanwu's originally gentle face suddenly darkened, and he shouted in a deep voice: "Nonsense! How can the doctors in your house compare to the medical skills of President Zhang? As a prince, your body is related to the fate of the country. , how can you be so perfunctory?"
Rong Ming was startled for a moment, his eyes wandered for a moment and then quickly retracted. A wry smile appeared on his face. He bowed respectfully to Emperor Xuanwu and then said: "My son, I know that my virtue is not worthy of my place. If my father hadn't thought about the old relationship, , I’m afraid I can’t keep my title of Crown Prince now, so I should be more cautious in my words and deeds so as not to cause trouble to my father.”
Hearing Rong Ming's answer, Emperor Xuanwu looked relaxed and said seriously: "If I had known today, why did you do it in the first place? If you could have restrained the people around you that day, how could you have caused such a thing? I have no choice but to come here. It was a bad move, but in the end, you still saved your position as the crown prince. Although you live outside the palace now, it is only a matter of time before you move back to the East Palace. How can you feel sorry for yourself and give up on yourself? Let Chief Zhang take your pulse later. Don’t You just have to worry about me."
"Yes, thank you father!"
After the palace guests served tea and left, Emperor Xuanwu stirred the tea foam in the cup and suddenly asked: "By the way, your grandfather returned to Shangyuan City last month to report on his duties. He only stayed for a few days and then left for the north. How can you Did you stay with him properly?"
Rong Ming immediately put down the tea cup in his hand, bowed slightly, and replied respectfully: "Back to my father, even though my grandfather returned to Shangyuan City for only a few days, his sons and the emperor's sister were with him every day. My grandfather was very happy." It’s fun.”
"Your grandfather has been guarding the border all year round. He has been away from you and your siblings for a long time, so he misses you very much. Now that your sister has a home, and you have become the crown prince, he can finally relax."
After Emperor Xuanwu finished speaking, he raised his eyes and looked at him. The smile on his face made him lose the majesty that he used to show when he pointed out the country, and revealed a kind and kind look. He said again: "Your grandfather is old. The north is a cold and miserable place, so you should try to persuade him to return to Shangyuan City as soon as possible to enjoy family happiness."
Hearing this, Rong Ming couldn't help but be startled, and then nodded in agreement: "What my father said is absolutely true. My sons and ministers also persuaded my grandfather to return to Shangyuan City as soon as possible to take care of his old age, but..." He paused After a pause, a complex look of hesitation flashed through his eyes, and then he changed the topic, "My grandfather often said that a man should protect his family and country and serve the court. He has never felt hard during his military life and can protect the border of Beiming." , it is a supreme honor to be needed by my father and the people."
Emperor Xuanwu narrowed his eyes slightly, and after taking a deep look at him, he smiled and said: "Yes, your grandfather is indeed a rare pillar of talent. He has been stationed at the border for many years and has been deeply supported by the people. You are As a prince, I should learn more from him in this aspect."
Rong Ming quickly stood up and saluted: "Yes, I will obey my father's teachings."
"You are feeling ill. Just sit down and say something. There are no outsiders here." Emperor Xuanwu waved his hand lovingly towards Rong Ming and motioned him to sit down. Then he turned to look at Lu Yao and joked with a smile: "What do you mean? Why is my child becoming more and more reserved as he gets older? When his mother is around, he often makes noisy requests for me to hold him."
When Lu Yao heard this, he smiled and bowed and replied: "Your Majesty, the Queen has passed away for many years, and now His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has reached his thirties, so he cannot act as arbitrarily as he did when he was a child. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince can be strict with himself, Being kind to others is actually my blessing in Beiming."
Seeing Emperor Xuanwu's amiable appearance, the tension and embarrassment in Rong Ming's heart suddenly disappeared. When he heard that Lu Yao praised him in front of Emperor Xuanwu, he felt even more happy. He quickly waved his hand and said, "Manager Lu, I'm sorry. The palace is just trying its best to avoid worrying my father as much as possible."
Emperor Xuanwu nodded happily, then turned his gaze to the distance, with a hint of longing inadvertently in his eyes, and sighed: "Unconsciously, the queen has been away from me for more than 20 years." I don't know if it's because I'm getting older, but I always dream about her and Concubine Ling these days. One of them is dignified and virtuous, the other is straightforward. They are both people with no scheming, but they are very compatible. " He Slowly his eyes fell on Rong Ming, with a bit of affection and a bit of sadness, as if he wanted to see the deceased through Rong Ming, "I still remember when your mother was ill in bed, and there was only Ling in the entire harem. The concubine works hard and never complains, and stays with your mother every day. This kind of friendship is very rare!"
After saying that, he seemed to remember something and asked Rong Ming: "By the way, your seventh brother has been back to Beiming for several years. Do you often move around and interact with each other in private?"
When Rong Ming heard this, his heart couldn't help but tremble, and he couldn't figure out the meaning of Emperor Xuanwu's words for a moment. He stared at Emperor Xuanwu nervously, his eyes flickering a little. In addition to a trace of inquiring surprise that could not be concealed, there was also a consistent look of hesitation in his eyes, making him look timid and uneasy.
"Back to my father, my seventh brother has been obsessed with martial arts since he came back from Beiluo School. My son...ahem..."
As soon as Rong Ming finished speaking, he started coughing violently again.
Emperor Xuanwu's face changed slightly, with a trace of pity and anxiety in his eyes.
Lu Yao hurriedly walked over and handed a cup of hot tea to Rong Ming, and asked with concern: "Is His Royal Highness okay? Do you need a servant to pass on the imperial doctor to you?"
Rong Ming shook his head, glanced at Lu Yao gratefully, took the tea and moistened his throat before feeling relieved a little.
