noffsinger Chapter 214 What are you going to do?
Chapter 214 What are you going to do?
He frowned and thought for a moment before answering, "It seems... the fifth prince had a concubine at the time, and she was indeed pregnant."
The fifth prince that Xuan Yelan mentioned was the son born to Concubine An.
"However..." Xuan Yelan paused for a moment and then continued, "Before the late emperor passed away, the Fifth Prince's concubine disappeared."
When Qi Wuyou heard this, he nodded slightly, indicating that he understood.
She thought to herself, if that was the case, Xiaoman was most likely the son of the fifth prince.
She couldn't help but sigh, so that's why. No wonder she always felt that Xiaoman looked like someone. Now that she thought about it, maybe it was because he was somewhat similar to Princess Rui'an.
After all, Princess Rui'an and Concubine An are biological sisters, so it is not surprising that they look similar.
"Wuyou..." Xuan Yelan rubbed his hands nervously and asked, "Where did you see that child?"
As soon as he said this, he immediately realized that his question was unnecessary. They had just returned to the palace from outside, and they did not mention this matter on the way, so they must have seen it in the palace!
Xuan Yelan stood up and looked around, but did not see any children.
Qi Wuyou gently held his chin with his fingers and replied calmly, "Xiao Zhezi took him to take a bath."
Xuan Yelan nodded, then sat back next to Qi Wuyou.
"His mother is dead," Qi Wuyou frowned and sighed softly: "What are you going to do?"
Although the Fifth Prince and Concubine An committed many evil deeds in the past, the child was innocent. Moreover, if Mei Xue and He Xiang had not mistakenly entered the cold palace, they would not even have discovered the child.
How long can a seven-year-old child survive alone in a place like the cold palace?
Xuan Yelan was silent for a long time, then slowly said, "Let Duke Anguo come to the palace."
He looked at Qi Wuyou, his eyes firm and steady: "After all, he is Concubine An's biological father."
In other words, Duke Anguo is the Fifth Prince's closest family member besides his blood uncle Xuan Yelan.
Xuan Yelan is well aware of the heavy responsibility he has as an emperor and cannot easily reveal his inner emotional fluctuations.
However, at this moment, his eyes revealed a hint of sadness and helplessness.
For a child who has lost his mother, no matter what mistakes his parents have made, it should not be a reason to punish the child.
Qi Wuyou nodded silently to show his understanding.
She understood the deep meaning behind Xuan Yelan's decision - to protect the child and give him the care and education he deserves.
Despite the evil deeds committed by the Fifth Prince and Concubine An, this child was not involved.
Therefore, they must take responsibility for him and ensure that he is properly taken care of.
At the same time, Xuan Yelan also realized that this child would become a major challenge in his life.
He needs to think about how to balance family affection and national interests, while also paying attention to the child's growth and future.
This not only tests his wisdom as an emperor, but also tests his conscience as a human being.
Qi Wuyou suddenly remembered something, frowned slightly, and said to Xuan Yelan seriously: "Let's find someone else, don't look for Duke Anguo, he is already very old, why bother him?"
In fact, she had been wanting to say this to Xuan Yelan for a long time. After all, Duke Anguo was already over 70 years old, and even if he was in good spirits, he couldn't stand such a torment!
Xuan Yelan showed an awkward smile on his face and nodded quickly, "Okay, then let's change it to Princess Rui'an."
Qi Wuyou nodded with satisfaction and smacked his lips twice, "Well, that works too."
Just then, Xiao Zhezi came in with Xiaoman, who had just taken a bath and was clean and tidy.
When Xuan Yelan saw Xiaoman, he immediately came to conclusion in his mind - this child was the Fifth Prince's biological child.
The reason is simple. Although this child's eyebrows and eyes are somewhat similar to his, his facial features are almost exactly the same as the Fifth Prince.
Qi Wuyou noticed the change in Xuan Yelan's expression, and a barely perceptible smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. He teased, "You might as well ask him whose son he is."
Xuan Yelan was a little confused, but still did as she was told. However, Xiaoman replied angrily: "Sister, I have told you many times that I am the emperor's child!"
Hearing Xiaoman's words, Xuan Yelan widened his eyes and looked at him in disbelief, his voice trembling slightly: "Children should not lie..."
After saying that, he couldn't help but turn around and look at Qi Wuyou, trying to get an answer from her.
If Qi Wuyou didn't know that Xuan Yelan didn't lie to her, she would have felt guilty when she saw these little actions.
Qi Wuyou snorted coldly and ignored Xuan Yelan. Instead, he pointed at Xuan Yelan and asked Xiaoman with a smile, "Xiaoman, do you recognize this uncle?"
Xiaoman scratched his head, his big eyes full of confusion, "Xiaoman doesn't know."
Qi Wuyou smiled and said, "How could Xiaoman not recognize him? He is the emperor!"
But when Xiaoman heard this, she actually ran over and hugged Xuan Yelan's thighs, tears welling up in her eyes, and choked up as she said, "Uncle."
This completely confused Qi Wuyou, "Wait a minute, Xiaoman, didn't you say you were the emperor's son? Why are you calling me uncle?"
This is exactly what Xuan Yelan wanted to ask.
Xiaoman shook her head. "I don't know. Mom said that if others ask, I should say I am the emperor's son. If the emperor asks, I should hug his thighs and call him uncle."
When Qi Wuyou heard this, he was immediately happy: "Did your mother tell you why you did this?"
Xiaoman blinked, tears still hanging in the corners of her eyes, "Mom said that this is the only way for me and mom to survive."
Qi Wuyou was stunned when he heard this, and closed his mouth awkwardly, feeling very annoyed.
Oh my god, why did she make Xiaoman cry again!
Xuan Yelan sighed helplessly, touched Xiaoman's head lovingly, and comforted him softly: "Xiaoman, be good, don't cry~"
Qi Wuyou looked at the two figures, one big and one small, in front of him, and a complex emotion surged in his heart.
She suddenly realized that Xiaoman's mother must hope that Xiaoman can grow up safely and happily.
Xiaoman raised her head and looked at Xuan Yelan, her big eyes filled with tears.
He thought of his mother who was sleeping motionless, and could not help but pout his lips, trying hard not to let the tears fall.
"Mom tells Xiaoman this every day so that Xiaoman can remember it."
After hearing Xiaoman's words, Qi Wuyou felt a pang in his heart and his eyes turned slightly red.
She sighed deeply, and a deep sadness flashed in her eyes.
Xiaoman's mother probably knew that she would not live long, so she gave Xiaoman so many instructions and asked him to remember them.
Xuan Yelan felt the same way, and his eyes became deep and sad.
He was also born in the cold palace, and his mother died when he was born.
If it weren't for the care of Nanny and the Queen Mother, he would never have lived to this age.
"Xiao Man, right? Do you want to live in the palace?"
Xuan Yelan asked softly, with a hint of tenderness and concern in his voice.