After the princess entered the palace, the war god prince broke his back

When Xiao Hanye arrived at the imperial study, he found that his other brothers were already there.

He was not surprised by this kind of scene, as he was the one who arrived late.

He saluted the emperor respectfully and calmly: "Your Highness, I pay my respects to you, Father!"

The emperor raised his hand, then glanced at his five sons one by one, and said majestically: "Xiao Jiang, prepare a seat!"

All five of his sons inherited his excellent bloodline in appearance.

They are all tall and muscular, and they are all handsome.

But the personalities are different like the nine sons of the dragon.

The eldest is complacent, the second is utilitarian, the third is gentle, the fourth is domineering, and the seventh is a playboy.

He thought he had a pretty good idea of ​​the temperaments of his sons.

Sure enough, after they sat down, the dandy one complained to the overbearing one in a low voice with a look of resentment on his face: "Fourth brother, where have you been these days? Why haven't I seen you in the Prince of Yan's Mansion after going to it several times?"

"Could it be that you have forgotten your brother since you took a concubine?"

He couldn't figure out whether he was jealous that his fourth brother had taken a concubine or that he had forgotten his brother?

Xiao Hanye replied in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "If you are too idle, go to the military camp to report on your duties, or ask the emperor for a position. Choose one of the two!"

Did he protect Xiao Yihang too well since he was young?

To the point that he mistakenly clung to him like his father?

His own father was sitting on it.

Thinking of the dismal scene a few days ago when he was dragged by his "stepfather" to the military camp to train day and night for seven days, Xiao Yihang was so scared that his body twitched. He laughed awkwardly and waved his hands repeatedly: "Don't choose... Don't choose... I have a lot of things to do every day, I'm not idle at all!"

Wouldn't it be nice to spend this time drinking and having fun?

"What are you two whispering about? Haven't you talked enough in private?" The emperor asked with a frown, slightly displeased.

Although he couldn't hear clearly what his two sons said, he could see with his own eyes that they were chatting animatedly and did not take him, their father, seriously at all.

"Seventh brother always likes to pester fourth brother. I think he is used to it, so he forgot that we are now in the imperial study, a place to discuss national affairs!" King Ning smiled and looked at Xiao Hanye and Xiao Yihang opposite him. "We are all brothers. It is better to share happiness with others than to enjoy it alone. Why don't you tell us so that we can all hear it?"

"Seventh brother, tell us quickly!" King Jing immediately agreed.

The emperor was not interested at first, but when he saw Xiao Yihang almost sticking to Xiao Hanye, he suddenly became interested.

He looked at Xiao Yihang.

Although brothers being friendly and respectful to each other is what an old father likes to see, doesn't the relationship between his two sons seem a bit like wearing the same crotch pants?

Xiao Yihang met the emperor's earnest old eyes and was about to talk nonsense, but was interrupted by Xiao Hanye's cold voice.

"Seventh brother, I was just chatting with you about family matters. Just now, second brother said that this is the important place for discussing national affairs. So, how dare you, seventh brother, speak out again and risk the displeasure of father?"

Xiao Yihang pretended to think for a moment, then slowly bowed his head and said, "I dare not displease my father!"

Then, he showed his perfect white teeth and smiled to his eldest and second brothers, "If you want to listen, you can come to Prince Yan's Mansion at any time. This prince and I will show up and give you a lecture!"

This not only embarrassed Prince Jing and Prince Ning, but also embarrassed the old emperor. He coughed lightly and said unhappily, "You are always so careless and talkative. You are so old, but you are more childish than Little Lucky Star. When will you be more stable?"

Xiao Yihang was used to being scolded by the emperor, so he explained halfheartedly: "Father, I am not yet a young man, I am only seventeen this year..."

"Your third brother took part in the spring examination at the age of fifteen under a pseudonym and easily won the second place, embarrassing so many university secretaries. And your fourth brother went into battle at the age of twelve, and in just a few years, he forced the Nanye Kingdom, which was also famous for its military power, to sign a letter of surrender and pay tribute every year! How dare you say you are only seventeen?" Seeing that Xiao Yihang was still shameless enough to explain, the emperor was so angry that he blew his beard and glared.

"Father, please don't be angry. My seventh brother is not completely useless. A good father will have a good son. He is just used to a comfortable life and lacks an opportunity to gain experience!" Xiao Hanye glanced at Xiao Yihang who was being scolded, and a plan came to his mind. "I took him to the military camp for experience a few days ago, and he defeated the general of the escort flag. I wanted to keep him in the military camp for some good training. In time, he will surely become a marshal of our Beixiao country. But I couldn't bear to be ruthless to him and couldn't resist his persistence, so I let him go back."

"Since your Majesty also thinks that my seventh brother is not young anymore and he shares the same idea as me, then please arrange a job for him so that he can have some experience and can share your worries in the future!"

Hearing what Xiao Hanye said, the emperor also felt that it made sense. He slowly looked at Prince Ning and said, "Second brother, why don't you take care of your seventh brother!"

As soon as he said this, King Ning felt bad instantly.

He didn't expect Xiao Hanye's ambition to be so big. Not only did he control 300,000 troops of Beixiao Kingdom, but now he even wanted to place his own brother, who was born of the same mother, in the 100,000 Beiyu Army under his command.

He hesitated for a moment before speaking slowly: "I have always loved my seventh brother, and I am afraid I cannot be cruel to him!"

The emperor frowned slightly.

Prince Yu smiled and said, "If you are at ease, why not let me, your son, train you, my seventh brother?"

The emperor's brows relaxed.

He looked towards King Yu with eyes full of approval.

In this kind of situation, those in power are afraid to get a share of the pie, so he is the only one who takes it all on himself.

Among the five sons, he was the only one wearing a white brocade robe, pure and spotless, just like his open and selfless heart.

He sat in his seat with gentle features and a graceful demeanor. Although he was not as imposing and domineering as Xiao Hanye who sat beside him, he had a different temperament.

The army of Beixiao Kingdom was divided into four parts. Xiao Hanye had been fighting outside for many years and was particularly good at marching and deploying troops. He was naturally in charge of the largest Beilin Army of 300,000. Prince Ning and Prince Yu were in charge of the Beiyu Army and the Beixing Army of 100,000 respectively.

There are another 100,000 border guards far away from the border. However, their mission is to guard the border of Beixiao State. If they leave their posts without permission, they will be charged with treason.

This is also the reason why Su Xi's father, Marquis Zhenyuan, has never returned to Beijing for so many years, because the emperor has not issued an edict.

Although all the power of the army lies in the hands of the emperor, the generals are not always able to obey the emperor's orders. In short, Xiao Hanye is the one who controls the most military power now...

Thinking of this, a layer of subtle gloom covered the emperor's brows...

He thought carefully and said slowly: "Since An'er is willing, then Lao Qi will..."

Unexpectedly, before the emperor finished speaking, Xiao Yihang got anxious first: "Father, I can't stand the constraints of the military camp. I have to train endlessly with a group of men all day long. Father, please spare me. I just want to spend my days leisurely at the foot of the imperial city!"

The emperor got anxious when he heard this, and he picked up a cup on the table and threw it at Xiao Yihang. Seeing Xiao Yihang jump high to avoid it, he slammed the table and said angrily, "You bastard, why did I give birth to someone like you who doesn't strive for progress? Others would rush to get an opportunity, but you don't cherish it and even refuse it!"

Xiao Yihang hung his head and dared not speak any more.

Xiao Hanye rarely expressed his agreement: "Father is right. My seventh brother is used to doing whatever he wants. I can't do anything about it anyway!"

"You can't control it, but I can. Since he wants to live leisurely at the foot of the imperial city every day, then he should go to the grassroots of the city defense army for training. Report to Commander Pei tomorrow!" the emperor said coldly.

"If you dare to say no again, I will have the Imperial Guards beat you with a stick to show your power. We will stop when you agree!"

How could Xiao Yihang dare to say no? He didn't have any gold rings on his butt, so he accepted the order very reluctantly.

As for Chu Nanyue, she didn't have any gold rings on her buttocks.

Hearing the obvious hostility of the woman behind the empress dowager towards her, she dared to look at her openly. She was of appropriate age, wearing a light red dress with gold thread trim, embroidered with large peonies, which blossomed as brightly and beautifully as she was, noble and luxurious, like a white lotus.

No, the White Lotus of the Prosperous Age!

But, she wanted to ask, did she offend her?

When she came in, she only replied to the Queen Mother with one sentence!

She looked at her indifferently for a long time, until Shengshi Bailian could not help but question her face to face, she slowly withdrew her gaze, twisted her little face, and said to the empress dowager in a wronged manner.

"Your Highness, one's birth is determined by heaven, and one cannot choose it. However, the emperor has shown me mercy, not implicating my son because of my father's crime, and has pardoned my brother and sister and made them commoners of the Beixiao Kingdom. My whole family is grateful for the emperor's kindness, and we will kneel down at home every day to show our sincerity."

Seeing that the Queen Mother's frowned brows gradually relaxed, she continued devoutly.

"I accidentally met the Prince of Yan in a busy city. After I learned of his noble status, I was extremely terrified and felt uneasy all day. I dared not disrespect him in the slightest. Who would have thought that the Prince of Yan would directly ask His Majesty to issue an imperial decree to allay my concerns? I am just an ordinary citizen and I am helpless."

"I have been anxious every day, fearing that my poor family background would hinder the prince's progress. If the queen mother can convince the prince, I will do whatever you want..."

As she spoke, Chu Nanyue began to sob.

She was crying with tears in her eyes and shouting in her heart.

I am not worthy of your fourth grandson!

Let your fourth grandson divorce me!