The legitimate daughter was reborn, and the emperor’s little Jiaojiao went crazy.

Chapter 970: Royal descendants must not engage in evil ways

Seeing that everyone was not being polite, Qiu Zhiyan stood up and said, "In fact, people in Huizhou are more particular about eating one dish than people in Beijing. My cooking is nothing special. I just watched the maids in the kitchen cook it and learned to imitate her."

"What a great example of following someone's example." Emperor Zhaowu went on to praise, "It looks simple, but in fact, the amount of ingredients in this sauce must be carefully controlled. A slight mistake can lead to a huge mistake. Lord Qiu can do everything with ease. He is naturally smarter than others."

After receiving the emperor's praise, Qiu Zhiyan blushed and his heart beat faster.

But Ye Xun said, "I am naturally smarter than others, but I am not the top scholar."

These words!

Emperor Zhaowu tried to make amends, "He was just unlucky. If he hadn't run into Shi Yunqi, he would have been the top scholar."

Ye Xun raised an eyebrow, "Who is Shi Yunqi? Is he that powerful?"

This is questioning the ability of the new emperor to select the top scholar at that time.

Zhuo Qiran was so scared that his nose was sweating. "To be with the emperor is like being with a tiger. My dear teacher, my husband, can't you say a few words less?"

Shi Anxia lowered her head, suppressed her smile, and listened to her husband picking on the Emperor.

Originally, the husband had been dissatisfied with the new emperor's indulgence of his son all day long, and he was even more upset about the day when the truth was almost exposed.

Although his son managed to get back on track, the new emperor was clearly trying to trick his son into telling him something, which made the husband quite unhappy.

Emperor Zhaowu responded, "If Mr. Yexun had not come to the capital, I would not have known Shi Yunqi's amazing talent."

This is to laugh at him, a rough and uncouth man who roams the world and regards the world as his home.

Qiu Zhiyan quickly expressed his position, "I am convinced that I lost to my cousin."

Sweat covered his forehead. Please, Mr. Ye Xun, save some energy and eat more. Such a big elbow can't fill your mouth.

It really can't be stopped! Ye Xun lowered his eyes slightly, "Cousin? Shi Yunqi?" When he raised his eyes, a flash of realization seemed to flash in his eyes, "So this top scholar should be the princess's brother?"

Without waiting for An Xia's response, he said lightly, "Princess is so lucky." The words took a turn, and finally ended up praising the princess without a trace.

It's not over yet. Ye Xun raised his eyelids slightly and added a few more words, "Your Majesty has good vision. It shows that he is blessed to have such loyal ministers and generals to assist him. I think our emperor will work harder to live up to the talents given by God."

Zhuo Qiran heaved a sigh of relief when he heard this, and quickly agreed, "Our emperor is wise and has a keen eye for talent."

Emperor Zhaowu was choked by this sudden praise. He always felt that there was something hidden in these words, but he couldn't figure it out for a while.

The little Shuzi standing behind him straightened his back, his face full of pride that "the master is naturally wise".

This conversation was not tit-for-tat, but it seemed particularly abrupt because Ye Xun, who was usually taciturn, made an exception and said a few more words today.

The candlelight flickered during the banquet, casting a flickering light and shadow on the gaunt and old face of the night seeker.

This is just an old man with a perverse personality! Just a quack, Emperor Zhaowu thought.

But at a certain moment just now, he clearly caught the tacit understanding between Ye Xun and Shi Anxia. Even though their eyes never met directly, they showed an indescribable familiarity.

Just like two chess players playing chess in the air, every move is tacitly understood. This must be his illusion. Emperor Zhaowu waited for the new sauce with peace of mind.

In just a moment, Qiu Zhiyan returned. The maid following behind him held a tray and replaced the dishes for everyone.

There was no conversation for a while. Everyone ate in silence, showing a rare sense of leisure.

When the table was cleared, only a thin layer of jelly remained on the crystal pork elbow, the tangerine peel in the old duck soup had melted away, and even several of the home-cooked side dishes had been finished.

Shi Anxia smiled and said, "It seems that Huizhou cuisine suits everyone's taste."

When Ye Xun stood up, she suddenly called him, "Mr. Ye Xun, I suggested earlier that Yi Yi become your disciple. What do you think?"

This is to let Ye Xun find a bright future and grow up with his child honestly.

Ye Xun understood the elegant meaning of the music and said, "Okay. The two little princesses can come together."

Shi Anxia was overjoyed, "Then I will thank Mr. Ye Xun on behalf of the children."

Emperor Zhaowu frowned, "What can such a young child learn from Master Yexun? Raising Gu or refining poison?"

This is already a very impolite statement.

Ye Xun suddenly chuckled, and left without saying anything.

Zhuo Qiran hurriedly bowed and said goodbye, and chased after him with sweat on his forehead. My God, this is a Shura scene, I must not encounter it next time.

He suddenly realized something important. He, he, he, he... This is clearly deceiving the king!

He felt like his head was in danger again! He had a family!

He stumbled as he chased after her, stammering, "Master-shi-shi! Wait for me! Help, help!"

Qiu Zhiyan also said goodbye.

In the dining hall, only Emperor Zhaowu and Shi Anxia were left. Xiao Shuzi tactfully retreated outside the hall and stood guard at the door.

When Anxia saw that Emperor Zhaowu was not leaving, she knew that he had something to say, so she did not plan to move to the flower hall. She just ordered someone to make a pot of tea to relieve her greasy feeling.

Emperor Zhaowu picked up the teacup sullenly. The next moment, he put it down heavily, and the porcelain bottom hit the golden nanmu table with a crisp sound. "I think Mr. Ye Xun is not suitable to be the children's enlightenment teacher. My sister should not be careless."

The resentment that had been suppressed just now was now fully revealed, and there was an unbreakable coldness between his brows. What was he asking the little marquis and princess of the North Wing to learn? Raising Gu or refining poison? How could the royal heirs be tainted by these crooked ways?

"Your Majesty has misunderstood." Shi Anxia's fingertips gently stroked the embroidery on the cuffs, her voice still soft, "Mr. Ye Xun is good at more than just raising poisonous insects. He is also an expert in riding and shooting..."

"Horse riding and archery?" Emperor Zhaowu interrupted forcefully, "Can't my Imperial Horse Administration find a horse riding and archery master? Do we have to let a Gu breeder teach us?"

Shi Anxiawan did not expect Emperor Zhaowu to react so strongly. He was silent for a moment before saying, "I just think that Mr. Yexun will go to Tiema City with us anyway, and later..."

"Why does he want to go to Tiema City with us?" Emperor Zhaowu asked with narrowed eyes.

Shi Anxia did not hide the truth from him, "Because Lord Zhuo's hair turned white overnight in order to save me and the children. The twists and turns involved are hard to explain in a few words."

"I have plenty of time," Emperor Zhaowu tapped the table with his fingertips, "You can talk briefly or in detail, I will listen."

In fact, he had wanted to ask this question for a long time: how did Zhuo Qiran's hair suddenly turn white?

Shi Anxia raised her eyes and looked at him calmly, "I dare not trouble Your Majesty to worry about these trivial household affairs. Your Majesty should use his energy on the important affairs of the court." She paused, "In fact, there are some things that I know are presumptuous to say, but I can't help but say them."

Emperor Zhaowu unconsciously clenched his fingers, and suddenly didn't want to continue this topic. He knew that Anxia thought he had stayed in Lingzhou for too long.

He didn't wait for her to finish her words and said sternly, "I came to Lingzhou to investigate the canal's underground channels."

"The Ministry of Works is responsible for surveying the river and supervising the construction of underground canals, and the Ministry of War is also responsible for deploying defenses and setting up sentries. Your Majesty's body is worth a million dollars..." Shi Anxia paused at the end of his voice, and sighed, "It is really not appropriate for you to stay here for long. The North Wing needs you, and the court needs you..."

Your Majesty, please return to Beijing!