Chapter 988: Chapter 991: Extra - So It Was Shen Wu
Chu Lingjun suspected that Shen Suanzi had already figured out his identity; otherwise, there would not have been a lack of surprise on his face when entering the palace.
And he also had a bad premonition; this person, might he have come prepared...
The Crown Prince left in the morning and returned by noon; the pace of his journey was a bit too fast.
Everyone in the palace was bewildered, even the Emperor and Empress were somewhat skeptical.
Could it be that this child caused trouble outside?
"The Crown Prince has arrived!" A loud announcement rang out, yet to call for his attire, Chu Lingjun entered Lingxiao Palace and respectfully saluted his father and mother sitting above.
Without waiting for them to inquire about the reason, he took it upon himself to recount the events of today.
After listening, the Emperor pondered for a moment and asked, "Is what you say true?"
The Empress was also deeply worried, pitying the child; the first time leaving the palace, an ordeal had already occurred, yet what kind of ordeal was unknown.
The Emperor thought otherwise, believing that there were conmen every year, but this year was particularly strange as they dared to deceive into the palace.
"Father, Mother, your son dares not utter a single falsehood. Indeed, Shen Suanzi calculated accurately; at the time of his calculation, both your son and Little Luzi witnessed it firsthand."
The Emperor paused once more, "Bring that Shen Suanzi here; let me see."
"Yes." Then, Shen Suanzi was summoned.
Upon seeing him, the Emperor and Empress were struck speechless with astonishment—wasn’t this Shen Wu, unseen for more than ten years?
Years ago, he appeared to be in his teens, yet over ten years later, why did he look barely over twenty?
Could he possibly not be Shen Wu, but Shen Wu’s younger brother?
Seeing the two of them, Shen Wu stepped forward, smiled, and made a ceremonial salute: "Your servant greets the Emperor, Empress. It’s been more than ten years since we last met. How have you two been?"
The Emperor and Empress exchanged glances—this person was indeed Shen Wu...
The Empress regained composure and beamed with warmth: "Shen Wu, how is it you? I thought I’d never see you again."
Upon hearing this, Chu Lingjun silently said ’indeed’ to himself. This Shen Suanzi truly came prepared.
Hm, to gain entrance to the palace, he dared to exploit me, the Crown Prince—such audacity!
Not knowing that Chu Lingjun was contemplating how to deal with him, Shen Wu smiled at the Emperor and Empress: "Since the day we parted ways, it’s been more than ten years. Your servant has missed you both greatly, indeed, greatly."
