jdhmnovel Chapter 486 Emperor Suzong Issues an Edict
Chapter 486 Emperor Suzong Issues an Edict
Chapter 486 Emperor Suzong Issues an Edict
The next morning, sunlight streamed into the house through the window. Li Chu slowly opened his eyes and turned to look at Dugu Jingyao beside him, only to see that she was still sound asleep. Li Chu moved cautiously, fearing to wake her, and then quietly got out of bed, his movements as light as a cat.
He walked to the adjacent side hall and began to wash. Clear water splashed from the copper basin, wetting his handsome face. After washing, he changed into neat court robes and headed to the dining room for breakfast. Exquisite pastries, steaming porridge, and a variety of delicious dishes filled the table. However, Li Chu, worried about his children, ate a few quick bites before leaving.
Arriving at the door of the room where the wet nurse and the two children lived, Li Chu gently pushed the door open. At a glance, the two little guys were sleeping peacefully, their little faces rosy and adorable. Seeing his children so well-behaved, Li Chu couldn't help but reveal a gentle smile on his face, his eyes full of fatherly love.
Li Chu quietly approached the bedside, carefully observing the children's sleeping faces, then turned back and whispered to the wet nurse to take good care of the children and keep them warm. The wet nurse nodded repeatedly, saying that she would do her best to take good care of the young master and the young county lady. After receiving the wet nurse's assurance, Li Chu nodded in relief and turned to leave the room.
Before leaving Wangyue Pavilion, Li Chu suddenly remembered that he had something important to tell him. He called Shi Jian and instructed him, "Don't forget to send a letter to the Yunnan Palace to inform them that A Yao has given birth to twins, a boy and a girl, and that both mother and child are safe."
Shi Jian responded respectfully, "I understand, Your Highness, please rest assured." After hearing Shi Jian's answer, Li Chu went to the morning court with peace of mind.
Meanwhile, far away in the Yunnan Palace, Dugu Moyan had already risen. Dressed in a black suit and wielding a longsword, he danced with vigor and energy in the courtyard. The morning light reflected on his nimble figure, making him look even more heroic.
Shen Zhenzhu didn't stay in bed too long. Although Dugu Moyan hadn't tormented her too much last night, she still felt a little sore in her waist and back. However, as a lady from a wealthy family, she still endured the discomfort and got up early to dress.
After Dugu Moyan finished practicing sword, he took the handkerchief from Anying's hand and handed his sword to Anying. He wiped the sweat from his forehead and went into the house.
When he entered the room, Shen Zhenzhu had just finished dressing and was about to change. Dugu Moyan suddenly said with a wicked smile, "Zhenzhu, how about I help you change your clothes?"
Shen Zhenzhu immediately showed a vigilant look and said, "Don't bother Brother Mo Yan, I can do it myself."
Dugu Moyan kept getting closer until he forced Shen Zhenzhu onto the dressing table. Hongrui and Suci saw that the atmosphere was a little ambiguous, so they quietly retreated.
Shen Zhenzhu was about to call them, but they had already disappeared. Dugu Moyan turned Shen Zhenzhu's face back and said, "Why are you looking at them? Look at me..."
Shen Zhenzhu looked at Dugu Moyan with a hint of pleading in her eyes. Dugu Moyan kept getting closer. In the end, he just used his hand to wipe away a trace of lip balm from the corner of Shen Zhenzhu's mouth, and stretched out his hand and said, "The lip balm has been wiped outside."
Shen Zhenzhu finally breathed a sigh of relief. She said, "I was so scared. I thought..."
Dugu Moyan asked, "What do you think? Do you think your husband is such a lustful person? In broad daylight..."
Upon hearing this, Shen Zhenzhu's face turned red. She turned around and ignored Dugu Moyan.
But now the two of them are a legitimate couple, so Dugu Moyan hugged Shen Zhenzhu from behind and said, "Okay, stop making trouble, let's change clothes quickly." After that, he let go of her hand and took the clothes that had been prepared early in the morning.
Shen Zhenzhu was stunned for a moment by his sudden change of topic, but she quickly reacted and called Hongrui and Suci into the house to help her find clothes and change.
After both of them had packed up, they went to the main hall together.
In the main hall, Dugu Xin and Dugu Yan were happily chatting about something. Seeing the two of them come in, Dugu Xin smiled and said, "You're here, come and sit down."
The two stepped forward to greet Dugu Xin and Dugu Yan. Dugu Xin said, "We are all family. Don't be so polite. Please take a seat."
Because the bride was to offer tea, Dugu Moyan sat down first. Hongrui stepped forward to take the teacup and handed it to Shen Zhenzhu. Shen Zhenzhu came to Dugu Xin with the tea and respectfully handed it to him: "The daughter-in-law offers tea to her father."
Dugu Xin took the teacup with a smile, took a sip and said, "Okay, okay, it's really a blessing from our ancestors that our Mo Yan can marry a good daughter-in-law like you. Here, Zhenzhu, this is for you." Then he took out a red envelope.
Shen Zhenzhu took the red envelope and said, "Thank you, father."
Then she took another cup of tea and walked to Dugu Yan. Dugu Yan didn't expect that Shen Zhenzhu would offer him tea. He looked at Shen Zhenzhu and then at Dugu Xin.
Dugu Xin said, "Second brother, you are the elder and Mo Yan's biological father. Just accept the tea that Zhenzhu offers you."
Dugu Yan agreed with a smile, took the tea and took a sip, then handed Shen Zhenzhu a red envelope. Obviously, this red envelope looked thicker than the one given by Dugu Xin.
Shen Zhenzhu took the red envelope with a smile and said, "Thank you, Dad." Then she returned to her seat next to Dugu Moyan.
Dugu Yan was a little stunned. Dugu Xin called him twice before he came back to his senses and asked, "Brother, you called me?"
Dugu Xin said, "What are you thinking about? If you're wondering why Zhenzhu calls you dad, then forget it. Mo Yan calls you dad, so naturally Zhenzhu calls you dad."
Dugu Yan smiled and nodded, his eyes full of gratitude.
At this time, Liu Jingyue stood up, walked to Shen Zhenzhu, saluted and said, "Yuer pays respects to sister-in-law."
Shen Zhenzhu agreed with a smile, and then asked Su Ci to take out a red envelope and give it to Liu Jingyue. Liu Jingyue thanked her happily and jumped back to her seat.
Dugu Xin was about to give him a lecture when Erwang came to the door and reported: "Your Majesty, Miss Sijian is here."
Dugu Xin asked with a puzzled look on his face: "Why is Si Jian here? But what happened to Yao'er?"
Erwang shook his head and said, "This... I didn't ask, but seeing that Sister Sijian is smiling today, I guess there's some good news!"
Dugu Xin thought that no matter what it was, he could find out by asking someone in, so he said, "Quickly let Si Jian come in."
Erwang agreed and went out to bring Sijian in. Sijian saluted everyone first, and then Dugu Xin asked: "Sijian, why are you here? What happened to Yaoer?"
Si Jian raised his head and smiled, "Your Highness, the princess is fine. She just went into labor while she was sleeping last night. She has given birth to twins, a boy and a girl. Both mother and child are safe!"
Upon hearing this, everyone present was stunned at first, and then Dugu Xin was the first to react and said, "Hahaha, great, great, yesterday was Mo Yan's wedding night, and it was also the day Yao'er safely gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl. It's double happiness!"
Dugu Moyan also echoed: "Yes, father, yesterday was truly an auspicious day!"
Liu Jingyue, however, had concerns that shouldn't have occurred to her age. She asked, "How is my sister now?"
Si Jian looked at Liu Jingyue and replied, "Don't worry, Princess, the princess is fine. She had already woken up before I left and had some porridge. I guess she's visiting the prince and the princess right now!"
Liu Jingyue felt relieved after hearing this, because this was a premature birth, and it was twins, a boy and a girl. This is not modern times with advanced medical technology. Giving birth here could result in death.
Dugu Xin said again: "Okay, okay, I'm glad you're alright. Let's go see Yao'er and the child in two days."
Si Jian smiled and bowed, saying, "Yes, Your Highness, I will definitely convey your message. Then I will go back first." Dugu Xin smiled and waved his hand, and Si Jian left the main hall.
Dugu Xin was even happier today than he was yesterday. He asked someone to set the table for dinner. Soon all the dishes were served and several people sat around the table to eat. The scene was quite harmonious.
At this moment, Li Fuguo shouted loudly in the court: "If you have something to say, please stand up and report. If not, please leave the court!"
Li Chu stepped out with a smile on his face and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, I have something to report."
Suzong asked suspiciously, "What's the matter, Chu'er?"
Li Chu said, "Your Majesty, last night, Jingyao gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl. Both mother and child are safe. Congratulations, Your Majesty, on becoming a grandfather!"
Emperor Suzong was somewhat shocked upon hearing this; it was more than ten days too early, after all. However, he still laughed and said, "Hahaha, great! These are my eldest grandson and granddaughter. Li Fuguo has drafted an edict to confer the title of Crown Prince of Chu on my eldest grandson and the title of Princess Yong'an on my eldest granddaughter. The title of Prince of Guangping will be conferred as Prince of Chu. These titles will be granted on the day of the first month of their birth."
Although Li Fuguo was somewhat shocked, he still saluted and said, "Yes, Your Majesty."
The people below also felt Suzong's love for the twins, so they knelt down and saluted, saying, "Congratulations to Your Majesty on the birth of your eldest grandson and granddaughter! Congratulations to His Royal Highness Prince Guangping on the birth of twins!"
Li Chu was naturally happy. He was not happy that he could be conferred the title of prince, but he was happy that his father valued and loved these two children.
Suzong was also genuinely happy in his heart. Although he didn't want to confer the title of prince on Li Chu so early, perhaps because of the generation gap, he inexplicably liked these two little guys whom he had never met.
But it doesn't matter. Li Xi is getting married soon, and Gu Shiyi is due to give birth in a few months. This period of time should be used for him to gain experience. By the time Gu Shiyi gives birth to the eldest son, and Gu Shiyi's brother is also a hardworking man, this will create an opportunity for Li Xi to make a contribution. Then he will have a reason to confer the title of prince on Li Xi.
Of course, Dugu Jingyao gave birth to a pair of twins, a boy and a girl, on the night of June 18th. When Emperor Suzong learned the news, he immediately issued an edict to confer the titles of Crown Prince and Princess Yong'an on the twins when they were one month old. Even Prince Guangping Li Chu was conferred the title of Prince of Chu. The news soon spread throughout Chang'an City.