C164 (1/2)

The next day, Ming Jiling and Su Zongwen both went to the Imperial Study to receive their orders — —

There were many arguments about this matter, so Ming Chengjun did not agree to it in a hurry.

Imperial Study.

Ming Chengjun was seated behind the table, reviewing the imperial reports. Eunuch Chen had his head lowered as he walked over to report, ”Your majesty the Prince Su and the Scholar Master Su are waiting outside the door for an audience.”

”Let them in.” Ming Chengjun's hand that was holding the brush paused slightly, and said with a deep voice.

”Yes.”

Eunuch Chen bowed and left, leaving the house and welcoming Ming Jiling and Su Zongwen inside.

”This subject pays his respects to Your Majesty. Long live the Emperor, long live and long live the Emperor.”

”This son greets Royal Father. Long live and long live Royal Father.”

Ming Jiling and Su Zongwen walked to the table and bowed together.

”No need to stand up.” Ming Chengjun's tone was casual, but his gaze was still focused on reviewing the imperial reports, ”My son and my beloved daughter are looking for us at this time, is there something urgent?”

Reporting to Royal Father, the bandits outside the city are wild, the people are suffering unspeakably, I am willing to take responsibility for Royal Father, and lead the troops to eliminate this group of bandits, I am here specifically to seek your permission. Ming Jiling lowered his head and replied warmly.

”This subject is also willing to help the Emperor and the Imperial Court resolve their predicament. This subject is willing to accompany His Majesty the Prince Su.” Su Zongwen also took a step forward, and said with a deep voice.

Ming Chengjun's hand that was holding onto the pen trembled slightly, a trace of unfathomable emotion flashed past her eyes, and she finally raised her head from within the numerous reports.

”I'm sorry, my son and my beloved daughter.” Ming Chengjun placed the brush on the pen holder, his voice was imposing.

His brows were furrowed, as if he was thinking about something.

Seeing his expression, Su Zongwen and Ming Jiling's hearts were in turmoil.

The Son of Heaven did not speak for a long time. From the looks of it, it seemed like there was no hope for them to request for an army …

Ming Chengjun actually had a lot of thoughts in his heart — —

If he had a grudge with his Imperial Consort, he might just let his son go. But now … Noble Consort Su had been beaten into the cold palace for many years, and not that long ago, he had repeatedly separated Noble Consort Su from his mother.

On the battlefield, blades and swords had no eyes, and Ming Jiling was Noble Consort Su's only son. If anything were to happen to him, Noble Consort Su would definitely lose his mind, so Ming Chengjun was even more unwilling to part with him.

”This matter shall be decided after consultation with the court officials. You may go back today.”

After a while, Ming Chengjun frowned, and ordered.

”Your son shall take his leave.”

”This official will take his leave.”

Ming Jiling and Su Zongwen looked at each other, then saluted and left.

Ming Chengjun fell into deep thought as he watched the two of them leave. He did not agree to Ming Jiling's order, and taking into account that his safety was only one of the reasons, there was actually another more important point —

Currently, Ming Jiling had a lot of influence in the imperial court, and was loved and respected by the citizens outside the imperial court.

In short, Ming Jiling had already threatened his throne.

Perhaps every monarch was like this. The older they were, the more suspicious they became. They would always be on guard against their own sons, afraid that they would miss their throne.

Therefore, as long as he remained in power, all the authority in the court would be in his hands. Only then would he be at ease.

”Is This Emperor old?” Ming Chengjun retracted his gaze and turned to look at Eunuch Chen who was standing respectfully by his side.