ner of the yard, there was a pond filled with koi fish. They swam around happily. He couldn't help but walk over to take a look, making gestures with his hands.A young girl watched from afar for a whi...Li La'er smiled amiably and replied, "I am just a idle old man, what's there to see! This world belongs to the Emperor, of course he is the one we listen to. Whatever the Emperor says, that's how I do it!"

The official was taken aback, a wry smile on his face. He pressed, “Master, don’t you intend to submit a memorial requesting the establishment of a crown prince”

“Our Li family isn't a prominent one, we don't understand these court matters at all. Brother, you shouldn't ask me about this.” Li Lao Er waved his hand, looking nonchalant. “Everyone else is submitting memorials, so I'll just follow suit. Let's see what happens!”

The official was truly at a loss and couldn't think of anything to ask. So, he decided to part ways.

But he gave up, the onlookers haven't given up though.

After all, the Li family was too favored by the emperor. Even if Li Lao Er didn't know the inside story, there was still Concubine Kang Le living in the palace.

Moreover, County Princess Kang Le and the Second Prince are not much different in age. What if the Emperor intends to leave County Princess Kang Le for the Second Prince as a concubine

The Li family adored Princess Kangle so much, how could they possibly have no plans

Thus, on his way out of the palace, Li Er encountered many people who stopped him to reminisce and chat nonstop.

Li Lao'er knew when to be polite and when to play dumb, he was slick and left no one with any benefit.

After leaving the palace, Li Lao Er got into a carriage and disappeared without a trace.

Some people don't want to give up and chase to the hundred garden.

As a result, the Hundred Flower Garden's main gate was tightly shut, only opening a small side door.

Someone sent Chang Sui in to inquire, but Chang Sui came out with mud all over his pants.

Old Cao came out with an apologetic face and replied, "Sir, our garden was robbed last night. Two good flower pots were stolen. The old slave is still counting and preparing to report to the authorities!"

Once this was said, no one dared to speak further.

When someone loses something, it's not a good idea to go in there at this time. If they blame you later, it will be difficult to explain.

This way, trying to get information from Li Laoer is out of the question.

Thus, each household gathered three or five friends or relatives in the backyard pavilion, discussing matters one after another.

There are also many idle people who like to pontificate in the streets and teahouses, their words flying around like water.

Some say that although the Emperor is in good health and not yet old, establishing a crown prince early would make his reign more secure.

But some people say that the emperor shouldn't establish a crown prince too early, and can wait a little longer.

Even if we cannot produce a few more princes, we should wait for the victory of the Northern Campaign, unify the heavens under Heaven's Mandate, and then discuss this matter.

More people wanted to hug the second prince's thigh. At this time, standing up and supporting him wholeheartedly could take advantage of the second prince's favor, and in the future, there would be many benefits.

But, I am afraid that this will offend the Emperor and make Him dislike me...

At the end of the day, everyone wants to take advantage without taking any risks...

Some people also found Liu's family and wanted to discuss with Old Master Liu.

As a result, Old Master Liu claimed to be ill a few days ago and even had his two grandsons called back from their school.

The Liu family never entertained guests, and they wouldn't even open their door to anyone.

Everyone could not break in, they could only leave dejectedly.

In Liu's courtyard, Old Master Liu was accompanied by Liu Zhiheng, Li Laer, and Mr. Wen. Both young and old were wearing linen shirts, gnawing on golden fruit while fanning themselves with bamboo fans.

Liu Zhizhen grumbled, "These golden fruits are delicious, but they're not satisfying enough. If there was a jade melon, a few cuts, and then biting into it with big mouthfuls, that would be really enjoyable!"

"You can't shut your mouth even with food!" Lau the grandfather laughed and scolded his son, "You only benefited from being with me. Such a precious thing, if you went to ask all over Xin Du, not to mention ordinary people, even the emperor hasn't tasted it!"

Liu Zhiheng chuckled, not even angry at being scolded by his father. He quietly picked up another golden fruit...

Li Laoer chuckled and replied, "Jin guo er is a few days earlier than Biyu gua. There's no need to worry. In three or five days, Biyu gua will almost be ready to harvest. It'll still be in time to enjoy it then!"

"Old Master Liu replied, "Zhima and Xiujie must have learned their thick faces from their father. They went to Suijin Beach for a day and, claiming I was ill, tricked so many gold coins out of the village elder's hands!"

Mr. Wen smiled and said, "That's the old village chief thinking of you. He's afraid you might get sick and have no appetite, so he went to the melon field and picked a few early-ripening golden fruits to bring back to open your appetite. The two children certainly couldn't refuse, so they brought them back."

"Don't blame the child, sir. When the autumn weather gets cold, bring two jars of good wine to the village elder. He'll be overjoyed."

"That's good, I'm in the wine cellar and have quite a few good wines stored. Don't say two jars, ten jars would do." Old Master Liu laughed heartily, obviously delighted that the village elder remembered him.

At this time, another servant rushed in to report.

Liu Zhiheng sneered and said, "These people are truly shameful. They want to curry favor with the second prince, and they have to drag our family into it! If we get involved, there may not be any benefits, but if something goes wrong, I'm afraid our family will be held responsible."

"Forget them, don't pay any attention."

Mr. Liu also shook his head and sighed, "Kind words are hard to persuade a stubborn person. We have done our best to be kind and righteous. What happens next is their own doing."

Having said that, he ordered the old servant, "Prepare some wine and food. It's a rare occasion to have such leisure, let's have a good drink today."

The old servant chuckled and went down, and soon the banquet was brought up.

Four people chatted and laughed, ate and drank, enjoying a rare half-day of leisure.

Thus, Xin'du was in an uproar for a day. The next day, those who were eager and afraid of missing out on success rushed to submit their petitions.

The Second Prince was showered with praise, considered the unparalleled and future emperor who would surpass all those before him.

The onlookers weren't willing to fall behind either. Seeing someone take the lead, they all rushed forward like a swarm of bees.

Thus, you praise, I praise, we all praise.

Even the second prince was ready to ascend the throne immediately...

In the Zilan Palace, the third princess was furious, pacing back and forth in her rage.

"These damned things, where did they put my father They completely forgot who the emperor is, all for flattering the second prince! If I were father, I'd have them all killed!"

Jia Yin never expected that even the cunning civil and military officials, who were usually so shrewd, would be so frantic in trying to curry favor with the future emperor.

Don't they know the saying, "One should not allow others to sleep beside one's bed"

Even if that person were his own son, he wouldn't feel comfortable about it.

The Emperor's authority must never be violated!

She thought for a moment, and couldn't say much more. She could only change the subject, "Tomorrow, isn't Empress Dowager's summer banquet going to start"

The Third Princess plopped down on the stone bench and replied, “Just open it then! I'm not going! I wouldn't want to see her smug face! Now that so many people are fawning over her son, she must be over the moon.”

Jia Yin was still speaking when Shui Ling went out and came back in, holding a letter in both hands.

"My Lady, a letter from the Jia family has arrived."

Jia Yin was puzzled, and the Third Princess also leaned over to take a look, forgetting her anger from before.

Jia Yin quickly opened the envelope and, after skimming through it, she couldn't help but smile wryly. "The Empress Dowager's summer banquet, it seems we really have to go see it. Bao Zhu received the invitation and will be attending with Madam Jia."

The Third Princess rolled her eyes and grumbled, "The Noble Consort is truly afraid no one will see how pleased she is. She even sent out invitations to a humble family like the Jias."ious and visually appealing feast as this, almost everyone has encountered it for the first time.They were savoring the flavor with gusto, chewing with such relish. When they paused for a moment, they...