The Empress pursed her lips, "No need, I understand in my heart."
She did not regret having the Ning Residence acknowledge her son. Thinking about her eldest son, although her younger son would eventually return to the imperial family, this experience was good for both of her sons. The eldest son could confidently make use of the younger son and protect him with all his heart.
The Emperor also did not have to avoid showing affection to the younger son, no need to worry that excessive love for the younger son would cause instability in the court.
She also did not have to endure not being able to overtly favor the younger son in the future. Truth be told, the Emperor indeed felt guilty towards the younger son and loved him dearly, but when compared to the eldest son, it had to be said that the eldest son was the Emperor's entire focus, the continuation of his legacy. If there was a real conflict between the two sons, he would still side with the eldest.
