Seeing how well she understood, Mo Heng nodded.
Emperor Chu Wen was reminding Mo Heng that matters of progeny were at stake; as sovereign, he could not forcibly intervene, but he valued Pei Qin and would continue to value the children she bore, Jiujiu and Xixi.
Outside, Xiao Yong popped his head in, "Sister Qin! I want to come join you guys for a meal!"
Pei Qin beckoned him in, "I was just wondering why you scampered off so quickly yesterday?"
Xiao Yong approached with a smile and sat next to her, "For my safety, my father temporarily arranged for me to stay with Sister Qin. Besides, I want to participate in the Imperial Examination. I'll try my best to achieve the title of top scholar and bring honor to Sister Qin's name!"
"The radishes that come from the Royal Family grow cunning with age!" Pei Qin gave him a sidelong glance.
Xiao Yong chuckled, "I just have one trick up my sleeve, from top to bottom!"
"Little nitwit Radish!" Pei Qin exclaimed.
Xiao Yong's mouth twitched.
