Rong Xiu was silent for a moment.
He didn't expect that his father called him here this time for this matter.
"Father, none of the royal brothers have married yet. It seems a little early for me to consider these things now..."
Emperor Jiawen snorted coldly.
"None of your royal brothers make me worry! It's okay not to mention it! I haven't been able to take care of you for so many years, so naturally now I have to help you choose a suitable marriage!"
Emperor Jiawen raised his chin:
"I know that you came back not long ago and rarely go out. You are not very familiar with these women in the imperial capital. The portraits are all there. You can choose and take a look at them first. If you like anything, just tell me."
Emperor Jiawen waved his hand, seemingly ready to marry whomever Rong Xiu chose.
This battle made Rong Xiu dumbfounded.
He didn't even look at the portraits and said bluntly:
"Father, my son has been weak and sick since he was a child. If he takes a wife, it will only cause trouble to his disciples. Let's put this matter aside for the time being."
"What are you talking about! Whoever can marry you is her blessing! Who dares to say that you are trouble? You just have to choose!"
When Emperor Jiawen heard what Rong Xiu said, his face immediately elongated.
Speaking of which, Rong Xiu was the prince who had been raised by his side for the shortest time. Logically speaking, the relationship between father and son was not that deep.
But in fact, no one knows that what he loves most in his heart is this child.
"The fourth girl from the Si family has good talents and temperament, but it's a pity that she is a concubine. She is not good enough to match you. But if you like it, it is not impossible to marry her as a concubine first; the Lu family is a merchant, and the women in the family are also They all carry a bit of power, and I don't like them. Although the eldest lady of the Yang family has some mediocre qualifications, her appearance and temperament are not to mention, and she deserves the words "gentle, gentle and virtuous". You can take a look first; yes; Yes, and the daughter of Marquis Zhenbei, you—"
Emperor Jiawen almost mentioned all the most outstanding ladies from aristocratic families in the entire imperial capital.
From the perspective of ordinary people, all of these women are of noble birth, and no matter which one they find, they are excellent.
But in Emperor Jiawen's eyes, they all had shortcomings of one kind or another.
It's no wonder that he has eclipsed most women just by virtue of Rong Xiu's appearance.
Besides, he is still the only one among the princes who has a title. Once he gets married, he will enjoy unlimited honors and favors.
Emperor Jiawen followed suit and looked a little higher, which was understandable.
As for Rong Xiu's body... in his opinion, this is not a big problem at all.
Rong Xiu looked at Emperor Jiawen's enthusiastic look, raised his eyebrows slightly, then made a fist with one hand, put it against his lips and coughed twice.
Emperor Jiawen paused and looked at him worriedly:
"Why did you start coughing again? Are you still not feeling well?"
Rong Xiu shook his head, his lips turned pale, and he smiled:
"My son and I are fine. Father, don't worry - ahem -"
Seeing him like this, Emperor Jiawen had no intention of continuing the topic.
"Well, since you don't want to, let's not talk about it today. But you still have to keep this matter in mind and walk around more when you have time to see if you like it. I can't make the decision directly for you. Everything mainly depends on yourself.”
Rong Xiu bowed slightly:
"Thank you for your understanding, Father."
Emperor Jiawen shook his head and sighed.
"I don't know what kind of woman you like..."
What kind of woman does he like
A beautiful and beautiful face flashed in Rong Xiu's mind.
Although it is a bit immature, it has already begun to show its glory.
Especially those eyes, as bright and moving as the starry night.
His eyes moved slightly, hiding the look in his eyes.
"My son, I have one more thing to ask of you."
"Oh? You have been resting in the mansion since you returned to the imperial capital. This is the first time you have taken the initiative to make a request to me. It is really rare - tell me!"
Rong Xiu pondered for a moment.
"My son has been away for many years and has never had the opportunity to pay homage to his mother and concubine. When I come back this time, I want to do my best as a son."
When Emperor Jiawen heard Rong Xiu mentioning his mother-in-law, he was stunned for a moment, then slumped back in his chair, let out a long sigh, and closed his eyes.
"...She has indeed been away for many years..."
At this moment, Emperor Jiawen seemed to be much older, with unconcealable regret and longing in his tone.
"It's good that you still remember your mother and concubine. However, you should also know that... there is no mausoleum for your mother and concubine in the imperial mausoleum."
Rong Xiu looked calm.
"I know. I remember that my mother-in-law stayed in Tianlu College for a long time?"
"That's right. At that time, she... refused to live in the palace, so she went to Tianlu College. Your mother-in-law had a good relationship with the dean of Tianlu College, and she was very talented and powerful, so she became a half-teacher in the college. . She lived there for two years and never came back until her death."
Emperor Jiawen spoke slowly, as if telling a story that had nothing to do with him.
But the look of helplessness and nostalgia, as well as the slightly trembling hands, showed that his heart was not so peaceful.
Even though many years have passed, that person and those things are still deeply engraved in his heart and cannot be erased.
Rong Xiu glanced at him quietly, his eyes calm and without any disturbance.
It seemed that he didn't care at all about Emperor Jiawen's nostalgic look.
But he quickly put away his indifferent expression.
"So, I would like to go to Tianlu College to see the place where my mother and concubine once stayed. I wonder if you would allow me?"
Emperor Jiawen opened his eyes.
The young man in front of him had grown much taller unknowingly. He stood there with his back straight, and the sunlight reflected so clearly on his jade-like face.
He is very much like her.
Especially the faint aura of alienation and nobility between the eyebrows and eyes, it is as if they were carved from the same mold.
Therefore, every time he sees this face, he will always be extra patient and caring.
"Of course I won't disagree. It's just that I have to ask the dean about this. Ordinary people in Tianlu College are not allowed to enter, but your mother and concubine have different identities, so maybe the dean will be extra lenient to you."
Rong Xiu's thin lips were slightly raised.
"My son, I wrote a letter to greet the dean before, and he has already agreed."
Emperor Jiawen was startled and then said:
"Then...in that case, you can go directly!"
(End of chapter)