0p0 Chapter 761 Established as Crown Prince!
Chapter 761 Established as Crown Prince!
"You're so thoughtful. Since you're fighting a war abroad, you should focus on it. It's my fault for distracting you."
"No! Knowing that you gave birth to my son, I was already thinking of thanking you. When you gave birth to your daughter, I was in the manor and heard your cries. I knew you must have suffered a lot. This time, I couldn't be with you, so I can only make up for it with these things."
Duanmu Jing smiled and said, "Fortunately, this delivery went smoothly, and I didn't feel too much pain."
Chu Rong nodded, then glanced at his luggage somewhat embarrassedly before walking over, slowly opening it, and taking out a slightly dark silver object.
“These are things that Turks often carry. They’re not worth much. I just thought they looked interesting, and since you’ve never left the capital and have never seen people like that before, I brought a few of these things back. You can pick out a few that you like and keep them. You can take the rest to your mother.”
Duanmu Jing's eyes widened, her face filled with disbelief. "You bought a lot this time?"
"Not many, only six or seven pieces. I think this one suits you quite well. I was just afraid you wouldn't like it, so I bought a few more. You can choose more carefully later."
"Yes, I like this one too."
Chu Rong's gaze paused for a moment, then fell upon Duanmu Jing's slightly plump face, where an extremely satisfied and happy smile radiated. He smiled back, "I'm glad you like it. Oh, by the way, there's a pair of small bracelets here; they're for our daughter. Don't give them away."
"it is good."
"Alright, you should rest now. You're still in your postpartum period, aren't you? Don't overexert yourself. I'll go to the palace to report back first, and then I'll talk to you later."
After Chu Rong finished speaking, he looked down at the baby lying beside her, smiled, and then kissed the baby on the cheek. "By the way, has Father chosen a name yet?"
"Not yet, they said they'll wait until you return in triumph. Father said it's the first grandson of the Chu family, so he needs to think carefully about the name. Also, he needs to get your opinion."
Chu Rong raised an eyebrow. When did his father start caring so much about his thoughts?
Moreover, generally speaking, as long as there are elders present, they are the ones who choose the child's name.
Chu Rong nodded to Duanmu Jing, then led his men into the palace.
Duanmu Jing looked at the slightly swaying curtain, and thinking of Chu Rong's reaction and eyes just now, she couldn't help but smile. Then she looked down at her precious son and said, "Baby, your daddy just kissed you and brought you some good things back. He also brought some for Mommy."
As she spoke, she unconsciously tightened her grip on the hairpin.
The old woman standing nearby couldn't help but feel a little pleased.
“Princess, it seems that the prince consort’s heart is increasingly drawn to you. Even after being married for so long, he has never thought of taking any concubines. It seems that the princess’s judgment is indeed excellent.”
Duanmu Jing smiled. Yes, she had been pregnant twice, and she had even suggested that other women serve him, but he had refused both times.
Most of the time, they still slept in the same room. Occasionally, when he was busy and worried about disturbing them, he would stay in the study.
Of course, Madam Chu was somewhat unhappy with this situation.
But she was a princess, so even if Madam Chu was unhappy, she couldn't say such things casually.
Although Chu Moli also disapproved, the other woman was a princess, not the Mu Xin Nuan from before. In terms of status, she was far more noble than Chu Moli.
Overall, Duanmu Jing was living a very comfortable life.
Although there was a lack of sweetness and warmth at the beginning, now, at least, they treat each other with respect, and he only has her as his wife, which is enough.
Duanmu Jing thought about the other princesses and noblewomen, and realized that her life was already quite good.
Even Princess Zhaoyang, whom everyone envied back then, didn't her husband secretly keep a mistress outside?
When Chu Rong and his generals arrived at the palace gate, they found many people waiting there.
"What's going on? Why aren't you going to the palace?"
"General Chu, they are all waiting for Your Highness."
"Your Highness? Wasn't he the first to return to the manor? Why hasn't he come yet?"
"General Chu, you don't understand, do you? Who in Dayong doesn't know that the prince dotes on his wife? At this moment, he probably couldn't resist and went to be intimate with the princess again."
Hearing the teasing voices of several people, Chu Rong's expression changed. He remained silent and turned his head to look elsewhere.
Soon, Duanmu Chuze arrived; he was the last to arrive.
After the group entered the palace, the emperor summoned them and bestowed upon them gifts. Then, he kept Duanmu Chuze, Chu Rong, and Wang Zishu behind.
"Tomorrow morning, I will issue an edict to establish Duanmu Chuze as the Crown Prince of my Great Yong. Chu Rong, you are Jing'er's husband. I've heard that you have also made great contributions this time. Tell me, what reward do you want?"
"Your humble servant dares not. Serving the country with utmost loyalty is my duty."
"Father, I have another request."
"You said."
"Your subject will personally lead Keli to your elder brother's grave and behead him, to comfort your elder brother's spirit in heaven."
Both Wang Zishu and Chu Rong realized that at this moment, he was calling him "elder brother" instead of "royal brother".
The emperor narrowed his eyes slightly. His eldest son was kind-hearted and kind-hearted. Although he was a bit soft-hearted, he was still a good prospect.
Unexpectedly, he died as a result of a joint plot by the Turks and his own third son.
If he couldn't actually kill his third son in front of the crown prince's grave, then Keli would certainly not be able to live a happy life anymore.
"I know you have a deep bond with your elder brother. Fine, do as you please."
Duanmu Chuze looked up at him and said, “Father, I would like to invite my second brother to come with me. I know that my second brother has been reflecting on himself these days, and I think he has figured out many things. Father, now that my eldest brother is gone, at least we should let him know that we brothers still think of him.”
The Emperor nodded. "Good! You've got a kind heart. Do as you please."
The next morning, as expected, the emperor announced the appointment of the crown prince at the morning court session.
No one showed the slightest surprise or astonishment, including the Ming King, whose expression remained calm and composed throughout.
After the morning court session ended, Duanmu Chuze summoned the Prince Ming and led his troops directly out of the city to the imperial mausoleum.
The Empress was overjoyed to learn that the Fourth Prince had finally brought back the culprit who had harmed the Crown Prince.
Even if I die, at least my son can rest in peace.
Two days later, at Duanmu Chuze's urging, the Emperor issued an edict stripping Prince Kang of his title, expelling him from the royal family, and exiling his entire family to the north.