Jia Lan casually took a book from the bookshelf and leisurely glanced through it. The young man’s figure was tall and straight, his fingers like jade, and just by sitting quietly, he beca a stunning scenery.
The hall quickly settled into silence.
Jialouluo looked at her unusually silent son today, finding it quite strange.
In the past, this child was closest to her. Since marrying into the Night Glow Empire, mother and son rarely saw each other. After being apart for so long, one would think he’d long for more ti with his Beast Mother, but it seems he’s forgotten his mother after having a Female Master.
Sitting down on a nearby sofa, she casually chatted, "Lan’er, you and Xiao Tang have been married for over two years now. Why is there still no movent?"
Jialouluo, who was usually cold and indifferent, had a teasing smile in her eyes when ntioning this topic.
Upon hearing this, the book in the young man’s hand dropped to the ground with a ’plop’, his handso face flushed lightly, rare in his embarrassnt, "Mother...why are you suddenly asking about this?"
"If I didn’t ask, were you planning never to bring it up?"
Even being an Emperor, one still has to worry about his son.
Jialouluo, born a noble royal female, never had to worry about such things. Regardless of how many husbands and concubines were by her side, the children were ultimately her own.
Jia Lan was her most beloved child, but it was a pity that he was a male, needing to serve one wife alongside other males.
Jialouluo had inquired about those Beast Husbands by Shen Tang’s side; each was extraordinary, with top-notch strength and talent.
Her youngest son seed... really lacking in competitiveness.
If he ended up with no offspring, it would be truly pitiful.
Yet Jia Lan, on the surface cool and sharp-tongued, was sensitive and soft inside, purely shy about such matters. If she didn’t give him a nudge, he wouldn’t even know to compete, and he might really get nowhere in the future!
Jialouluo, as a noble female, knew too well which types of males were more easily favored. Males like Jia Lan, so arrogant, awkward, and passive, were the ones who often ended up with nothing!
Only her son’s face was exceptionally enchanting, or else, when Shen Tang’s harem grew, he might not even co to mind.
She couldn’t help but wish to admonish, "At your age, I already had four princes and one princess. Although you are a male, since you’ve married, you should consider these things."
Jia Lan lightly coughed, his face afla with redness, "Mother, it’s too early to think about this, it’s not the right ti... Besides, I don’t really want children right now."
He expressed concern, "Unlike deep-sea females, land females have a more difficult childbirth. I’ve even heard so mother beasts die from difficult labor... I don’t want Tangtang to suffer such pain."
Jialouluo said, "With the spread of pollution, offspring among various clans are withering, but the Sea Clan remains less affected due to our heavy emphasis on reproduction. Moreover, Xiao Tang is an Emperor and must have heirs to inherit. If you could have a child, it would definitely strengthen ties between our two countries."
"Tangtang is the best Female Master in the world, and furthermore the one my heart longs for. Being by her side is fulfillnt enough..." Jia Lan’s expression softened, feeling a bit embarrassed, "But, if she wishes for children in the future, I will try my best."
Jialouluo listened to her son’s deep affection and couldn’t help but sigh, for she, as a mother, was never one to lean on emotions, having traversed countless lovers, yet gave birth to a love-struck boy.
Jia Lan, fearing he would be urged again, quickly changed the topic, "Mother must be busy dealing with those rebellious families, you must have a lot on your plate, how do you find ti to visit?"
Jialouluo chuckled dismissively, "Ha, those rebellious families are just a ragtag bunch, supported by those mysterious black-clad figures. Without backing, they’re like a falling building, nothing to worry about."
She continued, "Mother has co this ti to discuss sothing more important with you."
At this, Jialouluo’s tone turned much gentler, looking at the handso and noble young man before her, her eyes were full of appreciation and satisfaction.
Previously, although she adored Jia Lan, she only regarded him as a beloved Prince, never having thought of entrusting the Sea Clan to him.
Jia Lan was never interested in power struggles, preferring to be a carefree Prince, hence she felt comfortable marrying him off, planning to select an heir from her other offspring.
But tis have changed.
After this palace upheaval, Jia Lan’s strength surprisingly broke through to the Tenth Rank, even Jialouluo felt it was unfathomable.
He would be the most gifted Prince since the founding of the Sea Country!
Jialouluo intended to have Jia Lan take over the Sea Clan, and expressed this intention.
"I wish to na you as the next successor, what’s your take?" She looked at her son with so apprehension.
The Sea Emperor is the sea area’s most esteed presence, countless clamor for it.
No Prince in the palace doesn’t wish to beco the successor.
However, once confird as a successor, later ascending as Emperor, Jia Lan will need to return to the Sea Country, destined to be frequently apart from Shen Tang.
Although Jialouluo very much wanted to make Jia Lan the successor, she also guessed that the child would likely refuse.
He loves his Female Master so deeply, his words are full of affection and happiness.
She has lived for so many years, never seen a male refuse to have children because of love for a female, this is love to the bone, even surpassing his own life, how could he agree to her request?
Jialouluo was ready for refusal; even if Jia Lan declined, it didn’t matter, she could understand, anyway, she had hundreds of offspring, many Princes possessed great talents, she could always find a suitable heir.
Unexpectedly, Jia Lan agreed with pleasure.
He didn’t hesitate for even a mont, a faint smile appeared on his clear and exquisite face,
"Thank you, Empress Mother. I will not disappoint, I promise to guard the Sea Clan well."
Jialouluo was stunned, almost thinking she heard wrong, "Lan’er, you... you really agreed? Mother didn’t mishear, right?"
The young man’s eyes dimd slightly, speaking softly, "Mother, I have struggled with this before. With the world’s situation growing ever more chaotic, pollution has beco a major issue, I long to be at Tangtang’s side, yet with my limited strength, I cannot ease her burdens."
"Becoming the Sea Clan heir can reassure Mother and also better aid Tangtang."
"You are thinking far, much more mature and steady than before." Jialouluo was increasingly satisfied, extrely pleased.
Afraid Jia Lan would change his mind, she hurried to draft an edict, planning to announce it to the sea area.
As soon as she abdicates or passes away, the heir can rightly ascend.
Jialouluo joyfully summoned the relevant officials to draft the edict and proclaim it, not noticing the fleeting, eerie coldness in the young man’s deep blue eyes when he slightly lowered his head, devoid of any warmth.
When Jialouluo finished drafting the edict and handed it to him for review, "Lan’er, see if there’s anything needing revision in this edict? Confirming an heir is a matter of great importance for the Sea Clan, it must be flawless."
Jia Lan glanced at the edict, "Hmm, let Empress Mother handle it."
His tone was light, yet hidden within was a subtle sense of urgency, occasionally looking towards the direction where Shen Tang and High Priest Lunus had departed.
After hesitating a mont, he took steps in that direction, "Mother, I’m going to see Tangtang."
Jialouluo teased, "Has it been that long that you can’t resist going to et her in person? So clingy, you can’t leave your Female Master for a mont... I really wonder if I can trust the Sea Clan in your care in the future."
She chuckled lightly, pulling her thoughts back, continuing to discuss the processes for announcing the edict and holding the ceremony with the Ritual Officer.
User Comments
0 comments from readers