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Chapter 390 - 368: The Emperor’s Secret is Discovered, Naming the Baby

Chapter 390: Chapter 368: The Emperor’s Secret is Discovered, Naming the Baby

Xiao Jinyan had initially planned to bring up the matter during the full moon celebration, but fearing complications, he decided to raise the issue now.

The Emperor was currently angry, his time to see his grandchildren being delayed by the Crown Prince.

Speaking of the selection of the Crown Princess, this was the first time the Crown Prince had taken the initiative to bring up the appointment of a Crown Princess.

Even if the Crown Prince didn’t mention it, the Emperor could guess who it would be.

"Crown Prince, do you understand the significance of the Crown Princess? Lady Shen has no powerful maternal family behind her, no esteemed status, how can she be made the Crown Princess?"

"Father Emperor, Lady Shen has given birth to dragon and phoenix twins, bringing good omens to Daxia, something that others cannot achieve. Without a powerful maternal family, there are no concerns about restraint."

Having an overly powerful maternal family can sometimes be a hidden danger.

General Chang came from a martial family, where the last three generations had been generals, earning him the nickname "Victorious General Chang."

When the Emperor first ascended to the throne, the direct daughters of the Chang and Xu families were married into royalty, one as the Empress and the other as Noble Consort Xu.

Noble Consort Xu was the most favored in the harem at the time, her splendor and favor never waning.

It was only ten years ago that Noble Consort Xu passed away due to illness.

The reason Noble Consort Xu was so favored was also to balance the influence of the Chang and Xu families.

Another reason was that the Empress was originally of noble rank, and if she were to be the most favored in the harem, all eyes would be on her.

There have been numerous princes who died young.

Noble Consort Xu was actually a shield.

These were things Xiao Jinyan had learned unintentionally, and they also resolved the mystery of why the Emperor deeply loved the Empress, yet doted on others.

Xiao Jinyan looked up at the Emperor with a determination in his eyes that had never been there before, "Father Emperor, your son wishes to make Lady Shen the Crown Princess!"

After pondering for a moment, the Emperor said, "The matter of appointing the Crown Princess shall be discussed at a later date."

His tone, brooking no refusal, made the very air around them seem thin—it was the majesty of the ruler of a nation, instilling a sense of fear in others.

"Your son obeys," Xiao Jinyan said, not using a forceful tone, because that would only backfire; he had his own plans.

The Emperor had originally planned to visit his grandchildren with the Crown Prince, but then an eunuch came to report, "The Censor from the Left of the Supervisory Council requests an audience."

The mention of an official seeking an audience now only gave the Emperor a headache.

*

Shen Chuwei had been craving certain foods these past couple of days to an unbearable degree. She leaned over the crib and saw her daughter awake, so she picked up the rattle drum Xiao Jinyu had sent.

As a doctor, Shen Chuwei was aware that a newborn’s various body systems are not fully developed yet.

She simply gently shook the rattle drum, watching her daughter purse her lips non-stop, when suddenly, with a wail, she started to cry.

It startled Chuwei.

"Darling, why are you crying? This is the rattle drum from your little imperial uncle, you can play with it when you’re bigger."

The baby did not understand Shen Chuwei’s babbling; she only knew she was hungry, but Chuwei was not feeding her.

When one baby started crying, the other, who was sleeping soundly, suddenly began crying too.

Shen Chuwei, having never cared for children before and only in her teens herself, was at a loss for what to do when both babies started crying with mouths wide open.

"Be good, babies, don’t cry."

"Do you miss your father? Your father is busy, he’ll come back at dinner time."

Chun Xi rushed in upon hearing the noise, "Young mistress, what’s wrong?"

Seeing Chun Xi was like seeing a savior to Shen Chuwei, "I don’t know, the babies suddenly started crying, quickly come and see what’s the matter with them."

Chun Xi came over with confusion, looking down at the loud crying babies.

"Young mistress, the babies might be hungry, I’ll call the wet nurses over."

Efficient as always, Chun Xi quickly had two wet nurses take the babies to the next room.

Chun Xi began to tidy up the room and then took the soiled clothes to wash.

Meanwhile, Xiao Jinyu snuck in quietly with a package.

Sneaking food to Shen Chuwei had become a frequent act for Xiao Jinyu, and he was well-practiced at it.

Upon seeing Xiao Jinyu, Shen Chuwei instinctively looked at his hands, and seeing he had brought something, she eagerly approached.

"Prince Jinyu, what delicacies have you brought?"

"Sister-in-law, I’ve brought you braised pork knuckle from Treasure House," Xiao Jinyu said as he opened the food container and placed the pork knuckle on the table.

These past few days had been filled with bland broths and soups.

Now, seeing the braised pork knuckle, her mouth watered almost uncontrollably.

Chuwei couldn’t wait and took a bite, not forgetting to ask, "No one saw you, right?"

"No, sister-in-law, eat with peace of mind." Xiao Jinyu watched as Shen Chuwei ate without any pretense, a rare sight in the palace.

Feeling reassured by his words, Chuwei ate heartily.

Xiao Jinyu walked over to the crib, and not seeing his nephew and niece, he turned to Shen Chuwei, "Where are the babies?"