Steel Dynasty - Chapter 205

[Chapter 205 Father and Son Conversation]

The maple tree behind Chengqing Hall was blown by the autumn wind, and the red leaves rustled down.

After talking about the artillery, the two fell into silence.

After a long time, Xiao Wenxuan seemed to have made up his mind, and then he said: “Ming’er, do you still hate me?”

In Xiao Ming’s memory, Xiao Wenxuan had not called his name like this since he was ten years old, and he was stunned. After a while, Xiao Ming said: “I don’t dare.”

“Don’t dare? Haha, you didn’t say no, it seems you are still complaining about me.” Xiao Wenxuan smiled bitterly. The older he gets, the more sentimental he becomes. If it was before , he doesn’t care what these princes think of him.

Xiao Ming complained secretly, he really didn’t hate Xiao Wenxuan that much, after all, he was a fake.

Moreover, he had read through the history books these days and found out that many princes from the Chongqing Kingdom were exiled and stabbed to death. It was good that Xiao Ming could survive until now.

“I really don’t hate my father. If it weren’t for my father, I would still be surrounded by the gentle fragrance of my daughter in Chang’an. How could I contribute my meager efforts to the country of Chongqing?” Xiao Ming Said sincerely.

Xiao Wenxuan turned around and stared into Xiao Ming’s eyes, as if he wanted to see through Xiao Ming.

Xiao Ming showed no fear on his face and his expression remained sincere.

In a place like Dayu, where there is a clear distinction between superiority and inferiority, if an ordinary prince was stared at like this, he would probably feel a little guilty.

But Xiao Ming comes from a world where everyone is equal and has no understanding of this kind of dignity. Therefore, when facing Xiao Wenxuan, he not only has no fear, but also has a curiosity about the supreme emperor.

In history books, it is too simple to describe these emperors. You are either a wise emperor or a cowardly emperor. However, few people care about the true temperament of these emperors.

“If this is the case, my father will feel at ease, and his hard work will not be in vain.” Xiao Wenxuan said slowly.

“Father?”

Xiao Ming looked confused. At this point, Xiao Ming knew exactly what Xiao Wenxuan was going to say.

Sure enough, Xiao Wenxuan said: “Among the concubines, only your mother-in-law has no background. Similarly, among the princes, you are the only one without any wealthy background. If my father had left you in Chang’an, with your domineering attitude at that time, “

You don’t know when you will die because of your character.”

“But my father has to admit that he was really disgusted with you because of your surly temperament. With these two things in mind, my father finally granted Qingzhou to you. In this way, You won’t cause much trouble no matter how much you act in Qingzhou, and if you stay away from Chang’an, you will be forgotten by other princes. Even if the prince ascends the throne, he will not treat you as a threat, and you will be able to live in peace for the rest of your life. After that, I have an explanation for your mother and concubine.”

Xiao Wenxuan’s expression was cold, as if he was telling a story.

Xiao Ming was a little surprised that Xiao Wenxuan really talked to him, so he said: “In the past, it was all my fault, and my father’s hard work was in vain. However, my son has now changed his past and will definitely not let my father do it in the future.” “

Disappointed.”

“In this victory in Cangzhou, you have proven your determination to change your past mistakes. This incident made my father unexpected, but my father is very happy. You can save your life by doing nothing in your life, but as a prince, You can do your part for the country and the country, which is a blessing for the royal family. From now on, you must not forget your original intention and assist the new emperor just like your uncle, the third emperor, assisted me.”

“My son, remember this.” He bowed and said.

He knew very well that the throne would never be his turn now. After all, the rule of establishing the elder rather than the younger was the ancestral family law of all dynasties.

What’s more, in order to protect himself, Xiao Wenxuan did not say that he was very favored. As Pang Yukun analyzed, Xiao Wenxuan’s favorite was the prince. To him, Xiao Wenxuan was just fulfilling the responsibilities of a father.

And it was also to prevent his mother-in-law, Concubine Zhen, from worrying.

But for Xiao Ming, he didn’t care about this, because Xiao Wenxuan’s attitude towards him has obviously changed now. This change is similar to how he treats King Wei, which is a kind of respect.

And this is much more valuable than simple pampering.

Favoring is nothing more than a simple emotional preference, but respect, whether it is emotionally or intellectually, Xiao Wenxuan will now favor Xiao Ming.

Now that Xiao Wenxuan can do this, he is very satisfied.

Xiao Ming came to Chang’an this time to find some helpers for himself in Chang’an, and the other purpose was to maintain the internal stability of the Great Yu Kingdom.

For now, the artillery’s deterrent effect on the barbarians and vassal kings is enough to keep them honest for a while.

During this time, Xiao Ming needed the right time, place, and people to develop Qingzhou. Now that he had the right time, place, and people, he only needed one person.

However, his relationship with Wei Wangxu and Wei Snake was already the beginning of his investment in human connections, but in his plan, the highest value investment in this network was of course Xiao Wenxuan.

So even if it wasn’t for the relationship between father and son, Xiao Ming would try his best to please Xiao Wenxuan when he came to Chang’an this time.

It is precisely based on this factor that Xiao Ming behaves very much in line with Xiao Wenxuan’s temperament.

“Well, just remember, your fiefdom is next to King Wei’s fiefdom. You have to learn from him on this point. Don’t have any inappropriate thoughts in the future, otherwise my father will not be able to tolerate you.”

With this sentence, Xiao Wenxuan His tone was very stern, already a warning tone, warning Xiao Ming not to have any intention of treason.

“I don’t dare.”

Xiao Ming was still very obedient, but he thought that when you drive west, it will be no longer up to you. If the new king is aware of current affairs, it is easy to say, but if he is not, you can’t blame me.

“My father has said what needs to be said. Now that you are loyal to the vassal and the Fanping royal family, my father will take good care of you.” Xiao Wenxuan suddenly said with a smile on his face.

Xiao Ming secretly laughed, this Xiao Wenxuan still has two brushes, he knocked the stick and gave the carrot.

At this point in the topic, Xiao Wenxuan seemed to have no more words to educate Xiao Ming.

Instead, he asked Xiao Ming some trivial matters, such as whether he was adaptable to living in Qingzhou? Food habits, etc. Although these topics are not big, they are a father’s concern for his children.

Compared with the previous words, these words made Xiao Ming feel that the two of them were more like a father and son.

However, when he was in Qingzhou, Xiao Ming only used the impression in his memory to estimate Xiao Wenxuan. Now it seems that although Xiao Wenxuan is not a wise king, he is not a faint king either. At least he can still be saved at the critical moment.

After a comprehensive analysis, he felt that it was a good choice to establish a good relationship with Xiao Wenxuan, so he said: “Father, when I came to Beijing this time, I brought a very exquisite gift to my father. I must have seen it.” I’ll like it.”

(End of chapter)