Concubine Rou was lazily leaning on the soft couch, gently fiddling with a string of crystal clear jade beads in her hand.

When she learned that her son was summoned by the emperor, her originally calm face suddenly showed a ripple, and she immediately ordered the palace maid Yu Han beside her: "Go and invite the fourth prince to come here quickly."

Yu Han took the order and left. Not long after, the Fourth Prince came out of the imperial study in a hurry.

Yu Han hurried over, bowed slightly and said, "Your Highness, Concubine Rou is looking for you. She said she has something important to discuss with you."

Upon hearing this, the Fourth Prince quickened his leisurely pace and replied with a gentle smile, "I was just planning to go and pay my respects to Mother. I wonder why Mother is looking for me this time? Are you concerned about my academic progress again?"

After saying that, he flicked his sleeves lightly, motioned Yu Han to lead the way, and together they walked towards Concubine Rou's bedroom.

As he entered the palace, the Fourth Prince immediately saw his mother sitting on the couch. He hurriedly stepped forward and bowed respectfully: "Your son greets you, mother." His voice was clear and loud.

Seeing this, Concubine Rou hurriedly stood up and went to greet him. She stretched out her hands and held the Fourth Prince's hands tightly. Her eyes were full of love and concern. She said softly, "Hurry up, my child, and let your mother take a good look at you."

As he spoke, he carefully looked at the Fourth Prince in front of him.

The fourth prince stood up as he was told. Looking at his mother's gentle eyes, he couldn't help but feel warm in his heart. He asked, "Mother, I wonder why you called me here today?"

Concubine Rou sighed softly, a look of concern appeared on her face, and she asked softly, "I heard that you were just summoned by the emperor. I wonder if there is something important?"

The fourth prince hesitated for a moment before answering, "My mother, my father asked me to help my second brother investigate the case of the military rations being robbed."

Hearing this, Concubine Rou couldn't help but frown slightly, and said worriedly: "This matter is of great importance, and it must be complicated. You must be more careful, don't let Prince Yu secretly frame you."

After saying this, she gently patted the back of the Fourth Prince's hand, her eyes filled with worry and uneasiness.

The Fourth Prince nodded slightly, looked at Concubine Rou with a firm gaze, and said slowly: "I understand, mother, please rest assured." He was well aware of his mother's care and concern for him, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.

Concubine Rou frowned slightly and sighed quietly, her tone full of worry: "Mother is always worried about you in this deep palace. This investigation involves many people, you must not offend others easily, so as not to bring disaster to yourself."

She stretched out her jade hand and gently stroked the Fourth Prince's face, her eyes full of kindness.

The Fourth Prince nodded solemnly and said in a deep voice: "Your son will act carefully and prudently, and will never act rashly or impulsively. Mother, don't worry too much, your son will be able to handle this matter properly."

After hearing what her son said, Concubine Rou felt a little relieved, but she still reminded him worriedly: "No matter what, you must protect yourself first, and never try to show off. If you encounter danger, you should put your own safety first."

The fourth prince quickly responded, "Mother, what you said is absolutely right. I will keep it in mind."

Concubine Rou smiled slightly, and that smile was as warm and gentle as the spring breeze. She gently patted the back of the Fourth Prince's hand and said softly, "Okay, it's getting late, you can go now. Remember what mother said, don't forget it."

The Fourth Prince bowed respectfully to Concubine Rou, then turned around and prepared to leave.

The moment he stepped out of the door, he saw a graceful figure floating in. He looked closely and found that it was the beloved sixth princess, Jun Qimeng.

The Sixth Princess' eyes flickered. When she saw that the person coming was her Fourth Brother, a smile as bright as a flower immediately blossomed on her face. She said coquettishly, "Brother Royal, are you preparing to leave the palace? You didn't even come to play with Meng'er when you came into the palace!"

The fourth prince nodded slightly and replied apologetically, "Don't blame me, Sixth sister. I really have something important to deal with this time. I will definitely accompany you when I am free next time."

The Sixth Princess blinked, pouted her lips and said, "Brother, you are not allowed to lie to Meng'er! If I find out that you broke your promise, hmph..."

The fourth prince quickly assured: "How could my brother lie to Meng'er? Don't worry."

At this time, Concubine Rou, who was standing at the side, smiled and turned to Yu Han beside her and said softly: "Look, this must be Meng'er. I'm afraid she is pestering her fourth brother again."

Yu Han smiled and replied, "Your Majesty is right. Judging from the situation, it is probably the case again."

Concubine Rou took light steps and walked out the door with Yu Han.

As soon as I reached the door, I saw the Sixth Princess holding the Fourth Prince's sleeve tightly and acting coquettishly and cutely.

Concubine Rou quickly advised: "Meng'er, your brother still has important things to do, don't delay it."

After hearing this, although the Sixth Princess was reluctant, she still nodded obediently and responded, "Okay, since mother has said so, Meng'er will be obedient."

Upon seeing this, the Fourth Prince bowed to Concubine Rou and said, "Mother, I will take my leave now." After saying that, he turned around and left in a hurry.

Looking at her son's back as he walked away, Concubine Rou couldn't help feeling melancholy. She clasped her hands together and prayed silently for her son, hoping that he would be able to investigate the case safely and smoothly without encountering any accidents.

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