jdhmnovel Chapter 258 Martial Arts Practice
Chapter 258 Martial Arts Practice
"Mother, I have learned my lesson. If I behave inappropriately in the future, I hope you will correct me in time."
Wrapped in a brocade quilt, Hongzhan made a solemn request.
He still has a long way to go and needs his mother's careful guidance.
"Hongzhan, mother knows that you are precocious and more sensible than other children your age. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, you can discuss it with mother."
An Lingrong said softly, staring at the curtain.
Children who are precocious and born into a royal family are destined to have a hard life, but what is there in this world that is not hard?
"No matter what difficulties you encounter, Mother will be your retreat."
Ever since An Lingrong decided to re-enter the palace, she has not given herself any other choice.
They, mother and son, must climb to the pinnacle of power.
"Mother, I will keep this in mind."
Hongzhan's tone was full of determination.
He secretly vowed that he would never let his mother and brothers and sisters fall into a difficult situation in the future.
The Emperor is the father of all the princes and princesses, but my mother is only the mother of the three of them, and this will never change.
Hongzhan silently adjusted the emperor's position in his heart.
The mother and son chatted until very late. When they stood up, they found that both of them had dark circles under their eyes.
"Empress, Sixth Prince, please accept my condolences."
The maid who came to serve them didn't know the inside story, so seeing the haggard appearance of the masters, she tried to persuade them with concern.
"This palace and the Sixth Prince are fine, Madam, there's no need to worry too much."
"Bao Ge, I will be a vegetarian for the next month. The prince and princess are still growing, so their diet will remain unchanged."
The emperor asked her to observe mourning for a month, not leaving any room for gossip, but also not letting the child suffer.
After washing up, An Lingrong chose a plain palace dress and did not put on any makeup.
When Baoli was combing her master's hair, she couldn't help but sigh at God's kindness to her.
The Empress has been in the palace for more than five years, but she still maintains the same beautiful appearance as when she first entered the palace.
No wonder the emperor dotes on her so much.
"Madam, how about using a silver hairpin to fix your hair today?"
"Okay, I always trust your judgment."
An Lingrong casually pulled out the box containing the silver jewelry.
The one Baoli chose was the round and flat one she brought from Anyang. It was so plain without even any patterns, which was suitable for the scene of mourning.
The days of closing the door to visitors were not difficult for An Lingrong. After a night talk with Hongzhan, the mother and son competed in reading.
Somehow, their diligence reached the Yangxin Palace, and the emperor specially sent a young eunuch who knew some martial arts.
"Your Highness, the Emperor said he will take care of everything, so don't worry."
"These eight silver flower and grass hairpins were carefully selected by the Emperor and sent to you by me."
Xiao Xiazi bent over and respectfully raised the tray above her head.
An Lingrong looked around and saw that none of the eight flower and grass hairpins were repeated. The delicate craftsmanship demonstrated the superb skills of the royal craftsmen.
"Eunuch Xia, please tell the Emperor that I can handle this and ask him not to worry about trivial matters."
"I have embroidered a handkerchief for the Emperor. Please help me pass it on."
Bao Ge handed over the small box containing the handkerchief.
"The slave obeys."
The other people waiting outside the door did not see that Bao Ge and Xiao Xia Zi were holding a small note in their hands when they separated.
Bao Ge went to see Xiao Xia Zi off, and An Lingrong summoned the young eunuch he had specially sent over.
"Your servant Xiao Wuzi pays homage to Her Majesty the Imperial Concubine Shu."
"Stand up. The Emperor asked the eunuch to come to Yonghe Palace. Did he have any instructions?"
Xiao Xiazi's introduction to this person just now was very brief, which meant that he was not familiar with Xiao Wuzi, and it was even possible that he had never seen this person at all.
"Your Highness, the Emperor has ordered this servant to temporarily teach the Sixth Prince some basic boxing and kicking techniques to lay a solid foundation for future martial arts training."
An Lingrong's heart moved. It seemed that this eunuch would not stay long?
She smiled and greeted.
"Then I'll have to trouble Eunuch Wu."
"How about you go down and rest first, and then start teaching Sixth Prince martial arts tomorrow?"
"The slave obeys."
As soon as Baoli led Xiao Wuzi out of the main hall, Baoge handed him the small note.
An Lingrong's pupils shrank when she saw the three words "Blood Dropper" written hastily on it.
This little Wuzi is indeed not simple.
"Bao Ge, please make some arrangements. Tomorrow..."
The next morning, when Xiao Wuzi saw the tea handed to him by the Sixth Prince, a trace of fluctuation flashed in his calm eyes.
He took a step back and bowed to decline.
"Sixth Prince, I am a humble servant and I dare not accept your kindness."
"Eunuch Wu, you have done me a great favor by teaching me. It's just a cup of tea, you deserve it."
Hongzhan brought the tea to the people and kept offering tea.
Xiao Wuzi looked around the main hall several times in embarrassment. Seeing no response from inside, he knew that Concubine Shu had tacitly agreed to this matter.
"Sixth Prince, if that's the case, I will respectfully obey your command."
He took the teacup and took a sip.
I was fortunate enough to taste this flavor when I was escorting tribute tea.
Xiao Wuzi never acts in a sloppy manner. After drinking tea, he took Hongzhan to a corner of the courtyard and taught him basic skills.
Hongzhan privately told An Lingrong that the person sent by the emperor this time was a real talent.
Xiao Wuzi understands pharmacology, and the medicinal bath he personally prepares is surprisingly effective.
After taking a bath, he felt sore all over and was able to accept instructions with full energy the next day.
"Mother, I think Eunuch Wu is a man of great talent and I want to keep him by my side."
Since Hongzhan started practicing martial arts, not only has his appetite increased, but he has also grown taller.
There was a noticeable change in his spirit and energy. He felt that his mind was clearer than before, and he could read more efficiently.
"Hongzhan, Eunuch Wu has a special status. He belongs to..."
"Mother is afraid that your father will be reluctant to let go."
"If you really want to, go and ask Eunuch Wu for his opinion first. As long as Eunuch Wu agrees, Mother will find a way to help you."
It is not easy to dig into the emperor's corner, so she must think carefully about it.
Hongzhan did not rely on his status to ask Xiao Wuzi directly. Instead, he practiced martial arts more diligently than before, and even dragged his younger brother and sister, who were staggering when walking, to learn martial arts.
An Lingrong saw that Zhaohua had made some progress in practice, but Hongyao was much worse. He even complained bitterly when doing a horse stance.
He often stretched out his hands with tears in his eyes, asking for someone to hold him, and he didn't want to touch the ground with his feet at all.
The taciturn Xiao Wuzi gets a headache when he sees the Eighth Prince.
An Lingrong was afraid that Xiao Wuzi would quit his job, so she quickly had the crying Eighth Prince carried to the main hall.
The day before the one-month period was about to expire, Hongzhan excitedly said that Eunuch Wu had taken the initiative to find him and expressed his desire to stay.