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Chapter 218: The Grandson's Dominance in the Chancellor's Mansion
Chapter 218: The Grandson's Dominance in the Chancellor's Mansion
Bai Yuwei looked at the little kid who had suddenly appeared and was vying for her grandfather's attention, and she scoffed in disdain.
My grandfather hates children the most, he wouldn't even think of holding you!
As expected, the King of Miaojiang looked at the cooing child before him and did not reach out to hold her.
"What was I saying?"
Bai Yuwei smirked and clapped her hands triumphantly. Her grandfather doted on her the most, and he rarely held her even when she was little, so how could he hold another child?
Bao Shu lifted her little head and extended her delicate white arms, "Grandpa, hold me."
The King of Miaojiang's heart began to wage an internal battle.
It had been years since he had held a child, and he was already out of practice. The little one was so tiny, what if he dropped her? He struggled to maintain a stern expression.
Bao Shu, seeing that her great-grandfather wasn't going to hold her, didn't lose heart. She directly hung onto the King of Miaojiang's leg.
King of Miaojiang: "..."
He couldn't refuse any longer! The King of Miaojiang picked up the little kid.
Looking at his awkward baby-holding posture, Liu Qingyun gasped in shock.
Be careful! Don't drop her!
Liu Qingyun's most vivid memory from her childhood was the countless times she had fallen from her father's embrace. She felt that mountains were not dangerous, but her father was!
Bai Yuwei's reaction was even more dramatic than Liu Qingyun's, but it wasn't concern; it was shock, leaving her mouth agape.
She must be seeing things. Her grandfather, who had always disliked children, was actually holding this little kid? And this kid was calling her grandfather 'Great-Grandpa'? What was going on?
Liu Qingyun still felt uneasy and wanted to take Bao Shu into her arms.
Unexpectedly, Bao Shu shook her little head and buried it in the King of Miaojiang's embrace.
Liu Qingyun was so angry she put her hands on her hips.
The King of Miaojiang laughed heartily, "No wonder you're Great-Grandpa's favorite great-granddaughter!"
Liu Qingyun gritted her teeth, "You little rascal, do you want a spanking?"
Bao Shu leaned her head on the King of Miaojiang's shoulder and proudly lifted her little feet, "Come and spank me then!"
Liu Qingyun's face darkened.
Meng Qianqian curved her lips slightly.
This little rascal was a quick learner, knowing how to cozy up to the powerful from a young age. She wondered who had taught her that.
"Grandpa, listen to me!" Liu Qingyun said to the little kid, then turned to her father sternly, "Put her down."
Bao Shu realized the situation was turning against her, so she immediately hugged the King of Miaojiang's neck and cooed, "Grandpa, Grandpa!"
The King of Miaojiang was lost in the repeated calls of 'Grandpa' and cleared his throat. He said to his daughter, "You can have your way in other matters, but not this one."
Liu Qingyun: "Father!"
Bao Shu was about to speak, but the King of Miaojiang covered her mouth, "You can't agree to this."
Meng Qianqian smiled and said, "Bao Shu, it's time to eat."
Bao Shu said, "Grandpa, feed me!"
The King of Miaojiang was delighted, "Yes, yes, yes! Grandpa will feed you! Where shall we eat?"
Bao Shu pointed with her little hand, "Over there!"
Meng Qianqian turned to look at Bai Yuwei, who was standing by, wide-eyed and speechless. She smiled slightly and said, "Sister Yuwei, let's go together."
"Who's your sister?" Bai Yuwei glared at Meng Qianqian and stomped over to the King of Miaojiang's side. She pouted and asked, "Grandfather, what's going on here?"
The King of Miaojiang explained, "Lu Yuan is your aunt's long-lost son, and Qianqian is your sister-in-law."
Bai Yuwei couldn't accept this, "But my aunt's son is already... Grandfather, are you and my aunt mistaken?"
The King of Miaojiang's face turned cold, "Your aunt has found her own son. As her niece, you should be happy for her instead of making things difficult for your sister-in-law and causing trouble for your aunt!"
Bai Yuwei felt utterly wronged and pointed at Meng Qianqian, "I didn't make things difficult for her! She's the one who's been bullying me! She even stole Grandpa's Golden Silk Worm Gu!"
The King of Miaojiang said sternly, "The Golden Silk Worm Gu was a gift I gave to Qianqian as a greeting!"
Bai Yuwei couldn't believe her ears.
That was the Golden Silkworm! She didn't even dare think about it, yet her grandfather had given it away so casually to an outsider?
"Grandfather, you're biased! I asked you for it several times, but you wouldn't give it to me, yet you gave it to an outsider who bullies me!"
The Miao King spoke sternly, "What outsider? I think your parents have spoiled you to the point of lawlessness! You don't understand manners, and it's only right for your sister-in-law to teach you some discipline. I think it's best to use this time in the capital to have your sister-in-law teach you how to behave like a proper person!"
Bai Yuwei cried, "I don't want it!"
The Miao King said sternly, "If you don't want it, then get out of Miaojiang!"
Bai Yuwei let out a cry and ran off, sobbing.
Meng Qianqian spoke to the Miao King, "Grandfather, I'll go and take a look."
The Miao King said, "Her brother is behind her, no need to worry."
It was clear that the Miao King didn't care about Bai Yuwei being fake. Over the years, even a dog would have formed an emotional bond, let alone a person?
But the Miao King had his principles and was determined not to indulge her.
Liu Qingyun yawned and turned to walk back.
The Miao King stopped her, "Where are you going?"
Liu Qingyun lazily replied, "To sleep some more."
The Miao King's face turned serious, "It's already past noon, and you're still sleeping? Is that appropriate in front of your daughter-in-law and granddaughter?"
"Hmph."
Liu Qingyun walked away without looking back.
The Miao King's principles were shattered—
On the other side, Xun Prime Minister had finished his morning court duties.
As per routine, he should have gone to Tahe Hall to assist the Young Emperor in reviewing memorials and teaching him the ways of governance.
But as soon as he stepped into the Imperial Study, he saw Zong Zhengxi already diligently going through the memorials.
It was no secret that the Young Emperor was at an age of rebellion and playfulness. When he first took the throne, it was all new and exciting, but after a few days of reviewing memorials, he grew impatient. Most of the memorials were reviewed by Zong Zhengxi on his behalf.
A hint of confusion flashed in Xun Prime Minister's eyes.
At that moment, Grandee Fu arrived at the entrance of the Imperial Study, carrying a food box.
"Greetings, Prime Minister."
Grandee Fu bowed quietly.
Xun Prime Minister greeted him politely, "Grandee Fu."
Grandee Fu smiled, "It's hot today, and the Retired Emperor is worried that His Majesty's body might suffer from the heat. I've brought some mung bean soup to cool him down. Prime Minister, would you like to share a bowl?"
It seemed like an invitation, but it was actually a subtle way of asking him to leave.
Xun Prime Minister smiled calmly, "No need, His Majesty has many state affairs to attend to. I won't disturb him further."
After leaving Tahe Hall, Xun Prime Minister's smile faded.
As soon as Xun Prime Minister entered the Chancellor's Mansion, Ruan Qing followed with several Miaojiang guards, placing a large box heavily at the entrance.
"The Miao King has ordered a gift for the Chancellor as a greeting!"
Ruan Qing's voice was loud, instantly attracting many onlookers.
"The Miao King has sent a greeting gift!"
"The Chancellor is indeed well-respected!"
"Indeed, even the Emperor hasn't received such a gift, yet the Miao King has sent it directly to the Chancellor's Mansion!"
"What's inside? That huge box, could it be filled with gold?"
"Gold is nothing! I bet it's an antique! The Miao King is truly generous!"
The crowd chattered, and soon the entrance of the Chancellor's Mansion was surrounded, leaving no room to pass.
This was a perfect opportunity to showcase the Chancellor's Mansion's power to the world. With the alliance with the Miao King, the Chancellor's Mansion would gain even more strength.
Xun Prime Minister instructed the attendant at the door, "Open the box."
The attendant opened the box.
However, to everyone's surprise, the box contained neither gold, silver, jewels, nor antiques or paintings. Instead, it held... Xun Yu, beaten to the point of near-death!
A collective gasp of shock rippled through the crowd.
The Miao King wasn't seeking an alliance with the Chancellor's Mansion; he was declaring war!
(End of Chapter)
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