nucmednet Chapter 317 Chao'er Regent
Chapter 317 Chao'er Regent
Time flies like an arrow; three years have passed as quickly and swiftly as a shooting star streaking across the sky. In these fleeting years, the Great Xia Kingdom has weathered many storms, yet it has always maintained its prosperity. Today, Great Xia enjoys favorable weather, peace and prosperity, and its people live happy and fulfilling lives.
On the vast land of Southern Xinjiang, Ye Qingchen's elder sister, Duan Ling'er, displayed extraordinary talent and wisdom. With unwavering determination and decisive action, she governed Southern Xinjiang with remarkable efficiency, bringing vitality to the land. Under her leadership, the people of Southern Xinjiang lived in peace and prosperity, and social order was well-maintained. Neighboring countries all knew of the extremely friendly relations between Great Xia and Southern Xinjiang.
Moreover, rumors circulated that the Great Xia Kingdom had acquired a mysterious weapon whose power instilled fear in neighboring countries. These nations, terrified of the Great Xia Kingdom, dared not easily wage war, nor even entertain the thought of disturbing it. This powerful deterrent ensured peace on the Great Xia Kingdom's borders, allowing its people to live and work in a tranquil environment.
At the same time, the five older children followed closely behind Gu Mochen and Ye Qingchen, embarking on their journey back to the capital. After a long and arduous journey, they finally arrived in the capital, this bustling and vibrant city.
Upon returning to the capital, the five children began a new life. They continued to study diligently at the academy, constantly absorbing knowledge and growing stronger. However, the other five younger children were unwilling to return to the capital and continued to live with the Emperor Emeritus and his family in Yuncheng.
Gu Mochen and Ye Qingchen suddenly realized that their children had basically grown up, and neither of them wanted to have any more children. So, they looked at each other and a thought flashed through their minds at the same time: why not take this opportunity to go on an incognito trip?
Since Gu Mochen ascended the throne, the two of them could no longer travel freely and independently as before. After all, as the emperor of Great Xia, his status was extremely noble, and every move he made was closely related to the safety of the country, so there could be absolutely no mistakes.
In the past, whenever Gu Mochen decided to go on an inspection tour, he would always entrust important state affairs to Prince Wen and Prince Qi to oversee them and ensure the normal operation of the court. However, this time the situation changed, and the two princes unanimously expressed their unwillingness to assume the heavy responsibility of overseeing the country.
Not only that, they also brazenly took their wives, concubines, and children out for a nighttime outing, completely disregarding Gu Mochen's bewildered state in the wind. This sudden turn of events left Gu Mochen feeling quite troubled; he could no longer go out for fun.
Just as Gu Mochen was worrying about this matter, his eldest son, Gu Wenchao, happened to appear before him. Seeing his father's worried face, Gu Wenchao asked with concern, "Father, why are you so troubled?" Gu Mochen told Gu Wenchao about his two uncles, Prince Wen and Prince Qi, running away on a trip, and expressed that he was worried about not being able to find a suitable person to oversee the country.
After listening, Gu Wenchao did not hesitate at all. He straightened up, looked firmly at Gu Mochen, and said without hesitation, "Father, I am willing to share your burdens and solve your problems!" His voice was clear and loud, as if he was declaring his determination and courage to everyone.
Gu Mochen gazed at the ten-year-old boy before him, a surge of indescribable joy welling up within him. Time flies; the innocent little boy of yesteryear had grown into a handsome and dashing young man. His brows revealed intelligence, and his decisive and resolute demeanor was truly admirable. He bore a striking resemblance to himself ten years ago. In truth, his sons were extraordinary individuals, far surpassing his own abilities ten years prior. Gu Mochen suddenly felt that if nothing went wrong this time, he would pass the throne to Chao'er, and then he could finally travel and play with Qingchen.
Gu Mochen sighed inwardly; this child's growth rate far exceeded his expectations. He looked at Gu Wenchao, his eyes revealing trust and expectation. Gu Wenchao seemed to sense his father's gaze, smiled slightly, and continued, "From a young age, I have diligently studied the ways of governing the country and possess unique insights and talents in politics and administration. I believe that among my peers, few can compare to me. I am confident that I can help Father Emperor resolve these court matters. If any problems arise, I will have Chen'er and Xi'er fetch you back. Please trust me; I will absolutely not make any mistakes."
His words were brimming with confidence, making one curious about his abilities. Gu Mochen nodded; he knew Gu Wenchao was telling the truth. This child had displayed extraordinary talent and ability from a young age, excelling in both academics and martial arts. Now, he was demonstrating unique insights and talent in politics, which filled Gu Mochen with trust.
Gu Mochen smiled as he looked at Gu Wenchao, his eyes revealing his appreciation and expectations. He said slowly, "Chao'er, your father knows your abilities well. Since you have such ambition, then your father entrusts this important task to you. You will lead You'er, Chen'er, and Xi'er to oversee the country and jointly handle national affairs. When you encounter problems, consult the three Wu brothers, Lord Zhao, and Prince Lin. The four of you will be granted the title of prince, and your younger sister Qianqian will be granted the title of princess. She has more insightful opinions, so you can ask her more often."
Gu Wenchao readily replied, "Yes, Father! Your son will certainly live up to your expectations and work together with my brothers to oversee the country. We will not fail in our mission. Please rest assured, Father and Mother!" His voice was firm and confident, revealing his sense of responsibility and his expectations for the future.
Therefore, after making proper arrangements with the court, the two resolutely embarked on their journey with only Bai Zhi, Fu Ling, and their respective husbands. The others were left in the capital and did not accompany them. Gu Mochen secretly thought to himself that with their abilities, they should not encounter too much trouble wherever they went.
And so, the group of six leisurely drove the two carriages away from the capital, heading north. One carriage belonged to Bai Zhi's husband, General Bai Yufei. In his carriage sat Gu Mochen and Ye Qingchen. The other carriage belonged to Fu Ling's husband, Song Ming, the second-in-command of Medicine King Valley. In his carriage sat Bai Zhi and Fu Ling.
Since it was the height of summer and the weather was hot, the group didn't carry much luggage. They only prepared a few changes of clothes and set off north in a relaxed and cheerful manner, beginning their spontaneous trip.