Get out of your vicious mother's house, and make a fortune with your husband to become a prince

Chapter 192 The situation between North Korea and China

He frowned, looked at his son Xue He worriedly, and asked, "What is the situation in the court? Are there any new developments?"

Xue He sighed softly, frowning, and replied, "Father, the situation in the court is still complicated. At present, most of the old ministers are still reporting to the emperor that appointing a crown prince is the top priority. However, there has been a dispute in the court over which prince should be appointed as the crown prince."

He paused and continued, "The eldest prince was originally the popular choice. He has a calm personality and outstanding talent, but the eldest prince does not seem to have much interest in the throne. He prefers to immerse himself in the sea of ​​books and pursue the path of learning."

Xue Zhong nodded and said thoughtfully: "The eldest prince has no intention of taking the throne, which is indeed a big problem."

Xue He continued, "The situation of the second prince is even more difficult. His whereabouts are still unknown, and no one knows where he is, let alone whether he is alive or dead. Although the emperor misses his son, facing such an important issue in the court, he cannot stand still because of the unknown whereabouts of one person."

"What about the third prince and the fourth prince?" Xue Zhong asked.

"The third and fourth princes have their own power in secret, but their behavior in the court is just like the eldest prince, and they have no intention of the throne," Xue He replied.

"The Third Prince has made many friends in the court and won the hearts of the people. Many officials in the court secretly support him. The Fourth Prince is deeply loved by the people. He often travels incognito to understand the people's sentiments and is deeply loved by the people."

After Xue Zhong heard this, he became even more worried. He pondered for a moment and sighed, "What does the Imperial Master think about this matter?"

Xue He replied, "The Imperial Master said that it is too early to appoint a crown prince, and asked the Emperor not to rush. He believed that the princes should be allowed to experience life on their own, and their talents and moral character should be examined before making a final decision."

After hearing this, Xue Zhong sighed and said, "Although what the Imperial Master said makes sense, the situation in the court is so tense. If it continues like this, I'm afraid something unexpected will happen."

Xue He also nodded and said helplessly: "Yes, father. As long as the situation in the court is not stable, the country will not be at peace. As ministers, we can only do our best to assist the emperor and hope to resolve this dispute as soon as possible."

The two were silent for a while, and Xue He said: "Father, I heard that the emperor intends to choose a concubine for the eldest prince. This..."

Xue Zhong saw that he was hesitant and said, "Just say it."

Xue He said: "The emperor intends to appoint Lian Er as the concubine of the eldest prince."

A sharp light flashed in Xue Zhong's eyes.

Then he said gently: "Just pretend you know nothing and don't try to guess the Holy Will."

The father and son talked for a while, and then Xue He returned to his yard.

Mrs. Wang came out quickly to greet them.

After the two of them had their meal together, Mrs. Wang asked the servants to leave.

"Husband, is father okay?" Mrs. Wang asked as she took off Xue He's coat.

"Father is fine, he is old after all." Naturally, he would not tell the woman about what happened in the court.

Mrs. Wang asked again, "Do you know why father drove Gao Yi out of the house? Gao Yi made such a serious mistake."

After all, he was a subordinate who had followed the old Duke for more than 20 years. What mistake did he make to get him kicked out?

Xue He patted her shoulder and said, "Madam, this is your father's business, and your children don't need to interfere."

Then he asked, "Have you visited Lian'er recently?"

Madam Wang sighed and said, "My husband, I don't know why, but I always feel that Lian'er and I cannot be as close as other mothers and daughters."