Chapter 661: Chapter 660: Not a Single One Is Worry-Free
Prince Li absolutely does not want to go to the vassal land, if he goes, how will he fulfill his ambitions?
In the Capital City, everything is convenient.
But he can’t say he wants to bring his wife and children into the Capital City, exposing his ambitions too early would make his elder brothers apprehensive and cause suspicion from his father.
When the Emperor asked a question, he dared not ignore it. He lowered his head, his eyes darting around, speaking with utmost sincerity: "Father, many things in this world cannot be twofold. I chose to be a filial son, thus cannot choose to be a benevolent father. Moreover, I believe that the human heart should not be greedy. Being able to fulfill filial duty by your side, I am already extremely satisfied."
The Emperor softly hummed, who knows what that meant, but Prince Li did not dare to ask.
He pondered whether his advice in the palace today was a mistake or not?
If not for his adviser’s reminder, he almost overlooked those imperial nephews. Prince Cheng’s Heir, Huangfu Jingchen, with a dragon-like demeanor, is remarkable despite being low-key. Fifth Imperial Brother and his wife have taught him well, he is outstanding, skilled in both literature and martial arts.
Prince Lu’s son, Huangfu Zonghan, exudes a calm demeanor and is gentlemanly, but socializing freely in the capital.
Prince Xin’s son, Huangfu Yanlong, is highly skilled in martial arts, and has become a friend of the Great General despite the age difference...
However, he wouldn’t be foolish like Third Brother, attempting assassination on the street? Murdering Imperial Grandson? Truly foolish.
But letting them remain in the Capital City, sooner or later, they will shine brightly, which absolutely cannot continue. They must be driven out of the Capital City.
Without the soil of the Capital City, even if they have illustrious reputations in their respective vassal lands, so what?
This prompted Prince Li to hurriedly advise the Emperor.
Yet now, the Emperor’s thoughts are as deep as the sea, completely inscrutable to him.
But simply ignoring it doesn’t sit well with him, ultimately he asks more: "Father, my suggestion..."
The Emperor glanced at him: "Why are you in such a hurry? My birthday is approaching, even if they are to leave the capital, it must be after my birthday. Is it possible to send them out of the capital now?"
Prince Li hurriedly replied: "I did not mean that, Father is wise, I should not speak excessively. But my heart is only with Father, so I didn’t think that far, Father, do not blame me!"
The Emperor laughed, saying: "I know your filial piety! You may withdraw!"
This laugh still holds an unclear meaning, and even the words, upon careful consideration, seem to hold deeper implications. Prince Li dared not delve into them, he took his leave.
The Emperor watched Prince Li’s departing figure with a deep gaze.
After a moment, he withdrew his gaze, his cloudy eyes revealing indifference. He knows well what each of his good sons are scheming.
In his presence, they act more innocent and upright, but the Emperor was also a prince, plus many years at a high position make him see things clearly.
Old Nine desires nothing more than the Crown Prince’s position, the very seat he sits upon.
Except for Old Fifth, which of his sons does not want this position?
Of course, even if this position is to be given, it will not be given to that rascal Old Fifth!
Not a single one is worry-free.
Old Nine filled with filial piety in front of him, speaking pleasing words, but he is the Emperor. What sweet words has he not heard? What flattery and compliments has he not seen?
He keeps Old Nine in the capital not because he loves him the most, but just to let the world think he loves him the most.
How amusing, Old Nine is smug, his actions have grown more frequent these days, thinking perhaps that the Crown Prince’s position is in his pocket?
Hmm, his birthday is approaching, he can appoint the Crown Prince’s position.
While the heirs that Prince Li is concerned about, along with Huangfu Yuxuan, are heading towards Jinting Pavilion.
Though the Seventeenth Princess is young, she is their Imperial Aunt, decorum must be shown.
It’s just that after they set out, they coincidentally met.
Prince Lu’s son and Prince Xin’s son are aware of the assassination attempt on Huangfu Jingchen on the street, they too understand that as princely heirs, even as imperial grandsons, their safety in the Capital City isn’t assured.
After all, as long as other princely heirs don’t cause major calamities, even if being roguish, forcing men and dominating women, oppressing good, they won’t face life-threatening troubles. The ability of the Capital Guard and City Patrol Forbidden Army is still substantial.
But they are different, their danger comes from their Imperial Uncles and Aunts.
Their existence itself invites trouble.
Thus they must take care to preserve their lives, lest they carelessly end up like Huangfu Jingchen.
Huangfu Jingchen, though having survived, lost half a life and recuperated for so long, now still looks weak, face pale, clearly not fully recovered.
Yet outwardly, they still maintain a facade of brotherly harmony, speaking and laughing merrily.
Since their four carriages coincidentally came together, they travel as one, however, their carriages appear too conspicuous. The first carriage, Prince Lu’s son’s, bumped into someone.
If they were acting alone, the matter would be easily resolved - send a rough servant to drag the person aside, accuse them of colliding with nobility, warn them a bit, and leave a piece of Silver.
The incident would likely pass.
But now four of them together, though outwardly close, brotherly affectionate, each one is a genius, smiling amiably, really hoping to see the others make a fool of themselves.
Prince Lu’s son secretly cursed his bad luck, at this moment sending a vicious servant to bully and threaten, a stick and a jujube is definitely not suitable.
Because the carriage of the nobility is too luxurious, a grand spectacle. Even a minor commotion attracts extreme attention. The common folk are all watching there.
Prince Lu’s son hurriedly got off the carriage to assess the person’s injuries. He patiently asked and apologized for his driver’s carelessness.
The person was hit by the carriage, leg broken.
Lying on the ground, unable to get up.
Prince Xin’s son, Huangfu Jingchen, Huangfu Yuxuan all got out of their carriages. Seeing the situation, Huangfu Jingchen suggested: "This injury affected the bones, must be sent to the clinic!"
Prince Lu’s son said: "Why hesitate? Quickly send them to the clinic!"
Huangfu Yuxuan chuckled: "Cousin Han, will you personally escort them?"
Prince Lu’s son: "..."
Can he say no?
Seeing the half-smiling gaze of Huangfu Yuxuan, he knew it was intentional, but had to show a faint smile, yet inwardly gritting his teeth: "Of course!"
Prince Xin’s son said: "We are brothers, since cousin Han is in trouble, we should accompany him, see if we can lend a hand!"
Prince Lu’s son said: "This small matter I can handle alone, the Seventeenth Aunt’s flower appreciation event is about to start soon, you should hurry, or else the Seventeenth Aunt will be displeased!"
Huangfu Yuxuan said: "Cousin Han is right, if we fall behind, the Seventeenth Aunt surely will be displeased, hence we cannot let cousin Han fall behind alone. As brothers, we should advance and retreat together!"
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