Splendid Twins

The Regent's subtle yet sharp words were like a gentle but not to be underestimated spring breeze, and Master Ouyang's face darkened slightly after hearing them!

The meaning is self-evident: do not ask unreasonable questions without asking; things you should know will become clear when the time comes!

When the ministers saw this scene, although they felt unwilling, they tactfully restrained their thoughts of exploring.

It's not that they are willing to give in, but they know that the Regent has a strong temper. If they continue to pester him, they may end up getting burned. By then, they may lose more than they gain...

The court meeting ended, and Lu Yuan, wearing court robes, walked calmly into the dressing room and changed into a black casual suit.

Just as he stepped out of the palace gate, a clear and slightly urgent shout sounded behind him:

"Uncle Emperor!"

Lu Yuan paused and turned around slowly. The little emperor was also wearing casual clothes, with a smile on his face, and he was jogging towards him.

At this moment, Lu Yuan couldn't help but feel helpless and introspective.

He thought to himself: Could it be that I am too lenient as the Emperor's uncle, so that this child has lost even the basic sense of propriety?

"Your Majesty, you are..."

Lu Yuan's words were filled with some hesitation before he began to reprimand. He examined the little emperor in front of him and said, "Shouldn't you go to the tutor to review your lessons now?"

The little emperor didn't care. There was a cunning light in his eyes and a mischievous smile on his lips:

"Uncle, the Grand Tutor doesn't have time to deal with me right now. He must be in a hurry to go to Zangfeng Garden. Hehe, uncle, I also want to go and see it. Let's go together..."

As he spoke, he unconsciously slowed down his pace, and his eyes revealed a hint of coquettishness, which was very different from the majestic image he had just displayed at the morning court.

Seeing this, Lu Yuan couldn't help but frown slightly, and his displeasure was hard to conceal.

Disobedient children must be scolded, and the emperor goes the same way!

So, he said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, this is really nonsense. If everyone in the world follows your example and acts according to their temper, then wouldn't the world be in chaos? Rules are especially important in the imperial family!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the little emperor's enthusiasm seemed to be blown away in an instant by a sudden cold wind.

He lowered his head, his little face full of grievance, and his eyes, which had once sparkled with light, were now dim.

He spoke softly, his voice trembling a little: "Uncle, I...I was wrong. I will go back now."

Before he finished speaking, he turned around slowly. Although his steps were stiff, he still tried to maintain the dignity of a royal family. Only his slightly trembling shoulders revealed his inner sadness and unwillingness.

Looking at the little emperor's thin and lonely figure walking away, Lu Yuan's thoughts involuntarily drifted back to the past.

At that time, my father was still alive, and the palace was always filled with laughter.

He was once like Xiao Chen, looking forward to going out with his elders, but he was always ignored...

His father had gently promised to take him with him. At that time, he ran to the palace gate full of anticipation, but he never thought that he would encounter such humiliation!

That woman, holding Xiao Junyi's hand, scolded him harshly in public!

Accusing him of being ignorant and bringing shame to the royal family, his father tried to defend him but was powerless to do anything. In the end, he could only use the word "rules" as a shield.

And Xiao Junyi smiled like a winner, arrogant and proud!

Thinking of this, Lu Yuan's heart suddenly tightened, and an inexplicable emotion surged in his heart.

He suddenly realized that his harsh rebuke just now was invisibly repeating the woman's mistake.

Did he inadvertently hurt Xiao Chen in the name of cold rules...

A deep feeling of self-blame and nausea intertwined together, making Lu Yuan's mood extremely heavy.

.........

In the Zangfeng Garden, Si Yao sat in the divination room, his fingertips gently stroking the ancient tortoise shell. Every slight collision seemed to be telling the unknown secrets of heaven.

As the morning light began to break, her right eyelid began to twitch restlessly, carrying a hint of an inexplicable foreboding.

Out of curiosity and awe of this subtle sign, she decided to tell fortunes for herself. Unexpectedly, the hexagram was a very bad omen, like dark clouds covering the sun, which made people feel cold!

However, Si Yao carefully examined the hexagram and found a ray of hope in this dangerous situation. After a long time, the corners of her mouth curled up. It seems that the person who visited today needs to be dealt with skillfully...

In front of the courtyard, clusters of lush green bamboos stand tall and straight. They sway in the wind, making rustling sounds. The bamboo leaves dance lightly, and the mottled shadows of the trees are reflected on the bluestone path, adding a bit of tranquility and depth.

In the garden, the formation she set up with her own hands was invisible. It was not only a gentle protection against the outside world, but also a display of her attainments in magic.

These exquisite runes and formations emit a faint spiritual light invisibly, and any unintentional intruders will be gently reminded and guided to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings and disturbances.

"Knock, knock, knock", a series of steady knocks on the door broke the tranquility of Zangfeng Garden.

Si Yao spun her fingertips lightly, and an invisible force surged, transforming into a breeze. Suddenly, the gate of the garden slowly opened, as if to welcome a distinguished guest.

Outside the door, several ministers dressed in gorgeous official uniforms stood solemnly. Their expressions varied, but all of them revealed the majesty and solemnity of those in high positions.

Si Yao walked out of the garden gate with a light figure. She was dressed in simple and elegant clothes and had no makeup on. However, she had an extraordinary and otherworldly temperament.

There was a faint smile on her lips, her eyes were clear and deep, she gently raised her hand to the ministers, made an invitation gesture, and spoke in a gentle and powerful voice:

"My Lords, you have come from afar, and I believe you must have something important to discuss. Please come in and discuss in detail."

However, the ministers looked embarrassed and exchanged complicated looks with each other.

Why is it a woman?

This... is nonsense!

This is really unreasonable! !

The position of national teacher should be held by a person of high moral character and profound knowledge. It is really hard to accept that this young woman in plain clothes wants to take on such an important task!

"A woman is the national teacher? This... this is totally unheard of!"

An old minister finally couldn't help it, his tone was full of doubt and dissatisfaction!

Other ministers also nodded in agreement. They felt that their authority and status had been challenged unprecedentedly and were filled with indignation.

"How can this be absurd! Isn't the Regent trying to play tricks on us, the most trusted officials in the court?"

A young and energetic minister was furious, with a hint of excitement and anger in his voice.

In response to this, Si Yao remained calm and said in a calm but firm tone:

"Why can't a woman be a national teacher? In my opinion, the job of a national teacher is to calm people's hearts, solve confusion, and worry about the world. Such an important task should be measured by ability, not limited by gender. Although I am a woman, I also have the ambition to do this. I am willing to use what I have learned and understood to do my part for the country and the people."

After these words were spoken, the faces of the two ministers who had just spoken fiercely froze, and they felt embarrassed and even more dissatisfied.

A complicated light flashed in Master Ouyang's eyes, as if he was re-evaluating Si Yao's temperament and knowledge, and his eyes were dark and unclear...

Although they were unwilling, they had to admit that what Si Yao said was true. For a moment, the scene fell into a subtle silence.