Children of Loulan

Chapter 116: Concubine Xian and Her Son

The queen smiled and shook her head, saying softly, "Silly child, I don't feel sorry for you, not at all. I am just very pleased and happy to see you are so sensible and know how to care for me. You look so nervous, like a child who has done something wrong."

After hearing this, Keremu felt relieved, but he still continued to comfort the queen, saying that she didn't need to cook for him specially in the future.

The queen did not respond to his topic, but just picked up some food for him and said, "Come on, eat it quickly! It will get cold soon!"

Compared to the warm and affectionate atmosphere in Kunning Hall, the atmosphere in the Summer Palace was much less so. When the second prince Aidier stepped into the Summer Palace, he bowed to Concubine Xian as usual. However, although Concubine Xian also appeared to be very enthusiastic and personally helped Aidier up, she immediately asked, "How was the morning court today? What did everyone talk about? Why not tell me about it! I will also let my mother analyze it for you."

After hearing this, Aidil nodded in agreement and then told him everything about the fierce debate in the court today and the upcoming demonstration. After he finished speaking, he had been expecting the support of Concubine Xian, but he did not expect that Concubine Xian's face suddenly changed and became gloomy. She angrily scolded: "How can you be so stupid? At this moment, you should stand on the same side with your grandfather, how can you go against him?"

Aidil looked at Concubine Xian with a puzzled look on his face, and asked in confusion: "Mother, it's not that I don't want to stand on Grandfather's side, but I think they are worrying too much. Our Loulan soldiers are all brave and good at fighting. It's easy for us to defeat those insignificant foreigners!"

Hearing his defense, Concubine Xian showed an angry look and said sternly: "What do you know? You are new to the court and have little experience, while your grandfather went through decades of ups and downs and struggled all the way to the throne of Prime Minister. Since he does not advocate going to war, there must be a deep meaning!"

Aidil argued unconvincedly: "But the Minister of Personnel and several other ministers have also been in the court for many years, and they all think that what I said is very reasonable!"

Hearing this, Concubine Xian almost couldn't hold back her anger. Fortunately, Yumei, who was standing by, was quick to pull her sleeve quietly and signaled her with her eyes to control her emotions. Concubine Xian closed her eyes, took a breath, and then said softly: "Even if you hold different opinions, you can discuss it with your grandfather in private. But in the court, you must unite,

Because you two are in the same boat, he is your grandfather, this relationship cannot be severed no matter what. If one day you two have a dispute in the court because of different political views, how will others feel? They will definitely think that it is the prime minister and his grandson who are at odds! What's worse is that this will give those with ulterior motives an opportunity to sow discord between you two."

The virtuous concubine paused for a moment, took a deep breath, and tried to calm herself down, then she said earnestly: "My son, you must know that if you still want that supreme position, then your grandfather is the one who can give you the strongest support. Because of this, you must be honest with each other and trust each other. After all, apart from him, no one else in the world is willing to support you with all his strength. Did you listen to all these words?"

I have to admit that Concubine Xian knows how to control her adopted son. Just a few words made Edir feel ashamed. He lowered his head and replied with a guilty look: "I'm sorry, mother, I was just impulsive. I didn't think that much. In the future, I will visit my grandfather at the Prime Minister's Mansion frequently. Whenever I encounter major or minor matters, I will discuss them with him before making any decisions!"

Seeing him being so sensible, Concubine Xian couldn't help but smile with relief: "Mother understands you. After all, you have just established your residence not long ago, and you have many things to do. It is understandable that you were unable to go to the Prime Minister's Residence in time. By the way, I wonder how your residence is doing now? Do you need Mother to send two capable people to assist you?"

Aidil smiled slightly and responded firmly: "Thank you for your concern, mother. I can handle this matter properly. There is no need to trouble you to send more people to help."

At this moment, Lian Zhi stepped in and reminded softly, "My queen, you have been talking with the second prince for a long time. I am afraid that the food you cooked yourself will soon get cold!"

When Aidil heard that this was made by his mother, he was moved. He looked at the virtuous concubine with burning eyes and said sincerely, "Mother, you can leave these trivial matters to the servants. Why do you have to do it yourself? Wouldn't it be tiring and exhausting?"

The virtuous concubine smiled lovingly, looked at him tenderly, and said slowly: "Cooking meals for my son is not hard at all! Don't say anything more, and quickly follow your mother to eat together!"

The two of them walked slowly to the dining table, their eyes attracted by the sumptuous dishes on the table. A warm current surged in Aidil's heart, and his eyes could not help but moisten slightly. Although his mother was not his biological mother, her love for him was so sincere and deep that he felt deeply happy and grateful.

While Aidil was lost in thought, Concubine Xian had silently picked up a dish for him and placed it in his bowl. He raised his head and happened to meet Concubine Xian's loving eyes. His heart warmed up, and he quickly lowered his head to taste this delicious dish.

Seeing Edir enjoying the food with gusto, Concubine Xian showed a gratified smile on her face. After a while, she coughed lightly, breaking the silence, and slowly said: "By the way, my son, now that you have established your own residence, it is time to start a family. Your mother has specially found a marriage for you. The other party is the eldest daughter of the Minister of Revenue. This girl has noble character, gentle and virtuous temperament, and will definitely be your capable and virtuous wife in the future!"

Hearing this, Aider stopped what he was doing, looked at Concubine Xian in surprise, and asked in confusion: "Why is it the home of the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue?" Various thoughts flashed through his mind rapidly, trying to find the reason.

The virtuous concubine smiled and said softly, "I know what you are thinking. You must be wondering why the threshold for this marriage is so low! Let me tell you the reason. Your mother is favored by your father in the palace, and your grandfather is the Prime Minister who has great power in the court. If I find a prince consort from a noble family for you at this moment, it will inevitably arouse the king's suspicion. After all, the heart of the king is unpredictable! And since ancient times, the king's heart is suspicious. However, if you choose a woman with a humble family as your prince consort, the king will think that you are deliberately keeping a low profile to avoid being too sharp, and will let down your guard against you. This will also make it easier to act in the future!"

After listening to the explanation of the virtuous concubine, he frowned slightly and fell into deep thought. After a while, he showed a look of sudden enlightenment on his face, and nodded with a smile on his face, saying: "Mother, what you said is very true, and I admire you deeply. All matters will be arranged according to your arrangement!"

Seeing that he seemed to be a little hesitant just now, Concubine Xian was moved. She deliberately frowned and said in a reproachful tone: "Humph, I will naturally make careful plans for you. Otherwise, who can I rely on in the future?"