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Chapter 454: Father and Son Reunion
Chapter 454: Father and Son Reunion
Who knew the Crown Prince had such guts, and to this extent!
In just one day, Yu Gonggong's entire perception of the Crown Prince was turned upside down.
Forget about Yu Gonggong; even the Liang Emperor, his biological father, suspected that his son might have secretly had him replaced.
Facing Hu Guifei's tearful complaints, the Liang Emperor understood but also felt a headache coming on.
It wasn't as if he could scold her like he would a young concubine. Hu Guifei was of an age where one wrong move could lead to her passing away.
"Calm down first," the Liang Emperor said.
Hu Guifei walked into the Imperial Study, her voice choked with tears, and asked, "Your Majesty! I can't calm down! Tell me, is Qi Er really my biological grandson?"
With things having reached this point, even if the Liang Emperor denied it, it would be of no use.
Now that the rebellious son had revealed the truth to the Noble Consort, it was only a matter of time before everyone knew.
It was impossible for him to put out fires while the rebellious son kept starting new ones.
Putting out fires was never as fast as starting them.
The rebellious son should have been disciplined more; otherwise, the other five sons wouldn't dare to defy him like this.
"Qi Er is indeed Hua Er's flesh and blood."
Lu Zhaohua, the Marquis of Jian's given name.
Hu Guifei was so moved that tears flowed like a spring, "I knew it... I just knew it... The moment I first saw that child, I felt an indescribable heartache... How wonderful... Hua Er has an heir... Your Majesty... Bloodline is of utmost importance. It's best to let Qi Er return to his biological father as soon as possible."
The Liang Emperor spoke with authority, "I will handle this matter in my way."
Hu Guifei choked back her tears and asked, "Your Majesty, may I invite Qi Er to my palace to visit me?"
With this visit, the identity of Marquis of Jian's son would be firmly established.
Yu Gonggong glanced at Hu Guifei without revealing his thoughts.
The women in the rear palace were never simple.
The news had spread so quickly in the palace, likely not the Crown Prince's doing, but rather the Noble Consort's.
The Noble Consort's younger brother was the Emperor's right-hand man, accompanying him on campaigns in the east and west. After the Emperor's ascension, he was bestowed the title of Generalissimo.
The Marquis of Jian was only one step away from the Crown Prince's position, lacking only a son.
Now that a son had been born, and one carrying the national fortune as the National Guardian Qilin, the Noble Consort's family would naturally do everything to quickly recognize the Marquis of Jian as the father.
Delaying would only lead to complications.
The Liang Emperor furrowed his brows.
Hu Guifei cried uncontrollably, "Your Majesty! At my age, I don't know how much longer I have left. I beg you, in consideration of my years of loyal service, to allow me to hear Qi Er call me grandmother before I pass away..."
She knelt before the Liang Emperor.
"Noble Consort!" Yu Gonggong hurriedly reached out to support her, "The floor is cold, take care of yourself!"
The Liang Emperor sighed helplessly, "Qi Er is still unaware of his true identity. After I tell him about his background, I will let him visit you."
Hu Guifei's tears of gratitude flowed, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
After Hu Guifei left, the Liang Emperor said to Yu Gonggong, "Go and ask that rebellious son one last time if he still wants to be the Crown Prince."
Yu Gonggong's expression was complex as he replied, "Yes..."
On the other side, while the Liang Emperor was troubled, Lu Zhaoyan, who had abandoned his duties, felt a sense of freedom without the burden of his official position.
He went to the Imperial Garden.
Baozhu was already tired from playing and was lying on the grass with her little bottom sticking up.
Lu Yuan remained seated on the swing, calm and serene, as if one with the heavens.
"You don't even know to pick up the child when she's asleep?"
Lu Zhaoyan bent down to pick up the little one.
As soon as the child was in his arms, she slipped away like a little eel.
She was about to fall asleep on the ground.
Lu Yuan raised an eyebrow and hummed, "So clever."
Lu Zhaoyan clenched his fingers and took a deep breath.
Xiao Bai had carried the child for ten months.
His own flesh and blood.
The swing was large enough for Lu Yuan to sit on one side.
Lu Zhaoyan sat down beside him.
Lu Yuan smiled and said, "Father seems a bit different today. Why is that?"
Again, you got scolded by Grandfather the Emperor?"
Indeed, his son was sharp and guessed correctly.
Having endured the most challenging moment of recognition, Lu Zhaoyan now faced Lu Yuan with a calmer demeanor.
He gazed at Lu Yuan with paternal love and said gently, "Yuan'er, if I were no longer the Crown Prince, would you still acknowledge me as your father?"
Lu Yuan asked, "What did you do to lose the position of Crown Prince? Did you attempt to assassinate His Majesty?"
Lu Zhaoyan's smile froze.
Lu Yuan immediately stood up and moved away, quickly distancing himself, "I'm not with you! I know nothing about your rebellion against Heaven's Mandate!"
When you have an illegitimate father, you must be prepared for the consequences. Don't drag him into a rebellion.
Lu Zhaoyan: "..."
"Let's return to the mansion."
Lu Zhaoyan felt that even if he told him the truth, he wouldn't believe that he was his real father.
It was better to let Xiao Bai tell him personally.
"Oh."
Lu Yuan didn't refuse.
Since his illegitimate father had offended the Liang Emperor, he might also fall out of favor as the fake Imperial Grandson. It was best to leave first.
(End of Chapter)
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