Chapter 2088: Extra Episode 70: No Children

Little Bun knew why this matter fell on his shoulders. Ever since he could remember, his father seemed afraid he would run away, urging him daily to study hard, be clever, and not be troublesome. He said he would only keep the family business for fifteen years and no longer; whether he could maintain the family tradition depended on his own ability then.

Why?

Because his mother, not to mention she dislikes being confined quietly in one place, suffered a great physical loss when giving birth to him, and has been recuperating ever since, unable to bear another child.

If it were like this, as a son, if he didn’t work hard and caused her trouble, his father might either drive him out.

Hence, it wasn’t Little Bun himself striving upwards, but his heartless father pushing him upwards.

"Go to Uncle Changsheng, and yes, call Brother An and Yan Shengran and Meng Zixuan to Uncle’s place," Little Bun made a turn in front of his tent, heading towards his uncle.

It couldn’t be just him suffering; those who should move must be made to move. A team is, of course, more handy when developed personally.

Xiao Qi waved his hand, and a little eunuch immediately ran off to call for people.

And in the Imperial Tent, Emperor Kaiping returned to his tent, where his Empress Zhang Yan met him.

"What are you doing?" Emperor Kaiping let her assist him in washing his hands and face, then pulled her to sit down, casually picking up a scroll.

It was actually a mountain and wilderness tale of strange occurrences.

Empress Zhang blushed and snatched the book, throwing it under the table, saying, "Have you returned so quickly, Your Majesty?"

"Came back right after watching Imperial Brother’s competition."

"Oh? Did the Princely Heir lose or win?"

"Lost. But Imperial Aunt said he won people’s hearts." Emperor Kaiping smiled and added, "Empress, I spoke with Imperial Aunt."

"Hmm?"

"I said once Imperial Brother turns fifteen, I would abdicate in his favor." Emperor Kaiping looked at her and said.

Empress Zhang was slightly stunned but quickly regained her composure, saying, "Whatever Your Majesty decides is good."

"Won’t you blame me?" Emperor Kaiping sighed, "I’m sorry for making you bear this gossip and wronging you."

Married for three years without an heir, the world thought Empress Zhang was favored yet jealous, for in the vast harem, she was the only empress and there were no other concubines.

The truth was Emperor Kaiping’s health wasn’t well, sparing other concubines the suffering, hence not choosing more to fill the harem.

Empress Zhang covered her mouth with a smile, "I don’t feel too wronged. This bit of wrong for my comfort and ease, it’s worthwhile."

No concubines in the harem meant no tedious struggles; it was quite free. As for rumors, with the Emperor behind her, what’s there to fear?

"But still no heir..."

Empress Zhang said, "Offspring are determined by fate. Your Majesty, if it’s destined, they will come. If not, that’s fate too. Whether there’s an heir or not is of little significance to me."

Emperor Kaiping fell silent for a moment and then said, "I’ve thought about it. If I abdicate, I’ll travel the world with you, following Imperial Uncle. What do you think?"

Empress Zhang’s eyes brightened, "Really?"

Emperor Kaiping nodded and smiled, "I’ve never left the capital myself!"

Empress Zhang couldn’t help expecting a little; as he hadn’t gone, neither had she. If they could truly see the world, it would surely be more delightful than counting bricks in the palace!

She liked the world outside, thus preferring to read those tales and histories of the wild. If she could go see it, would it be as the books described? That would be delightful indeed.

Seeing the excitement on her face, Emperor Kaiping couldn’t help but smile, his guilt fading a bit, and feeling some happiness within.

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