Too high to reach

Chapter 309 told the truth
In the mountains, it gets dark early.

Mo Yi turned on several lamps in the room.

She turned around and sat down next to Li Jing, who gently put his arm around her.

"I was still young then, and in Zhao's army, I had to be looked after by my uncle and cousin. They had to fight and do things, how could they take care of a child who was only one month old? It wasn't that they didn't have people or money... It's just that one day, he would sit in that position."

Therefore, they should at least be raised like scions of prominent families. They need to have a certain level of knowledge and experience. They need to go to school, learn from a master, and have their own friends. This requires the support of a family background.

Liu Yue was a good friend of his elder brother. His wife was giving birth, so he was left with the Liu family. But unexpectedly… a major disaster almost occurred.

He then recounted what Madam Hu had done.

Upon hearing this, Mo Yi was greatly dissatisfied: "No wonder I couldn't stand Hu Jingmei. She really is a ruthless and inexplicable person!"

"At the time, I had many concerns, and only Liu Yue in the Liu family knew about it. I didn't want Anian to stand out. So, I didn't even arrange anything decent for him."

Who would have thought that Madam Hu would do such a thing? Speaking of which, we have to thank Liu Yue's daughter, Liu Siwan, who was the first to discover that Anian was missing. Fortunately, they found her in time, but even so, Anian fell seriously ill. Granny Zhao personally took care of her…”

“It’s alright now. I’ve arranged people around him…” Li Jing said with a smile.

Mo Yi looked at him with a half-smile. Li Jing suddenly remembered that Anian had almost drowned, and it was this person in front of him who saved her. So he said somewhat embarrassedly, "It's really alright now. At home, Grand Secretary Liu values ​​him highly... and Liu Yue knows how powerful he is now."

"Don't say that. Last time I was a guest at the Liu family's house, Anian wanted to see me. When I arrived, I happened to see Madam Liu scolding Anian, saying some really nasty things! Anian saw me and pretended not to care. But how could a little kid not care? We should find a way to keep him by our side as soon as possible."

"Hmm..." Li Jing looked at Mo Yi with tenderness in her eyes, "Of all the people who came today, only the Zhao family, Liu Yue, and Dongfang know Anian's identity. After all these years away, I've finally managed to stabilize the situation. Only with everything arranged can I focus on my work in the capital. Anian, I'll make the arrangements."

These boys are all sons of close relatives and friends; some will become military leaders, others will pursue civil service careers—all will be useful to Anian. Like Mo Bao… Mo Bao's studies are better than Anian's, and he's more composed. He's very attentive in class, and even when he's eating…”

They both laughed. "We can keep that little rascal in check, make him eat more, and sit for longer."

"Your Highness, it's hard to imagine that my little chubby boy will become a favorite of the new emperor in the future..."

Li Jing hugged her tightly, "I never expected that I only wanted to marry you as a shield... but in the end, you've become so deeply ingrained in my life..."

Mo Yi protested, poking him with her finger, "Fine, you've finally told the truth today! You married me just to use me, to use me as a puppet, a shield, and a fool..."

Li Jing hugged her tightly, resting his chin on the top of her head: "Mo Yi... I love you."

Mo Yi wrapped her arms around his waist, buried her face in his left chest, and listened to the strong, rapid beating of his heart.

“I never thought I would feel this way…” Li Jing released her and continued, “Now that we know about this, we need to change our previous strategy. I need to think about it carefully again and then go back and gather everyone to discuss it.”

"Your Highness, what are your plans regarding Feng Liniang?"

Li Jing pondered for a moment, "If our deduction is correct, a person with her temperament would be extremely dangerous. She definitely cannot be allowed to live. But how to deal with her is still a problem. With the evidence we currently have, we cannot convict her."

After all, she gave birth to Shao Ge'er. Shao Ge'er will grow up someday, and if his birth mother is punished without evidence, it will be a life of suffering for him.

Mo Yi nodded: "It's just like the saying goes, 'You can't throw a stone at a rat without fearing the vase.'"

"If the power of the steward is suddenly taken away... she has been managing the household affairs in the Prince's mansion for many years with all her heart and soul, and has a certain reputation outside. It is inevitable that some gossip will arise."

Li Jing thought about it carefully.

"Your Highness, regarding Princess Zhou's matter, she handled it so skillfully and perfectly, she must be very intelligent and resourceful. It wasn't just a trivial matter or a shallow quarrel with Mo Yuan. Over the years, the steward has definitely cultivated people inside and outside the mansion who are loyal to her. We haven't got that under control yet."

"There's one more thing, Your Highness. As for Princess Zhou's matter, it's probably only known to a few of us right now. The fault doesn't lie with Princess Zhou, but for your sake and for Xiangxiang's sake, we can't say it aloud. We also need to see if Feng Liniang has any backup plans for a fight to the death."

Li Jing nodded: "That's true."

Mo Yi thought for a moment, "Taking over the household affairs of the Prince's Mansion shouldn't be a big problem for me. There aren't many people in the mansion, and there are no elders in the household. As long as it doesn't affect your important matters, we can handle the rest ourselves. My only concern is that Feng Liniang might get angry and cause some trouble. She's so dedicated; she certainly won't be wasting her time in the mansion. I bet she'll be going to the front study too."

Li Jing sighed softly, "I saved her life, and her older sister is my sister-in-law. She's been with Granny Zhao since she was a little over ten years old. She's reliable and hardworking. So, Granny Zhao and I have never treated her like an outsider. One person's ability is ultimately limited. The people who came today... are all Anian's support. Similarly, I also need everyone's support."

"I see."

"Granny Zhao still has some people in the manor, but I don't know what they're doing now. When we get back, I'll give you the list. Mobilize these people first and keep an eye on things."

"We just hope that Granny Zhao will come back soon."

Someone outside called, "Your Highness? Your Majesty? Dinner is ready..."

The area around the canteen was already bustling with activity.

In the open space, meat was grilling on a rack, and oil dripped onto the fire, sizzling and popping.

Mo Xiaobao's eyes lit up as he looked at all the delicious food. Anian was teasing him from the side.

In such situations, people of all ages and statuses sit together haphazardly.

Li Jing pulled Mo Yi to sit beside him, poured two glasses of wine, and Mo Yi raised one, saying, "To Your Highness, may everything go well for you!"

"Princess Jing, I wish that we could grow old together," Li Jing said softly.

Liu Nian saw this and said in a cheeky tone, "Your Highness and Your Highness, are you drinking nuptial wine?"

Mo Yi laughed, and Li Jing glared at him again, then whispered to Mo Yi, "I wonder who he takes after? My older brother is gentle and steady, Ming An is open-minded, and I... have a bad temper and never smile. But look at him..."

To Liu Nian's left sat the Zhao family members, who were still sitting very serious. "Look over there!" Liu Nian pointed at something.

The two brothers looked at it carefully, and then Liu Nian quickly dumped the food he didn't like from his plate in front of the two brothers...

Mo Yi shook his head...

Today, she has to take care of three children, and she can't let them eat anything too greasy tonight.

However, Shao-ge'er was still being cared for by his wet nurse. That wet nurse was quite meticulous, but Mo-yi noticed her asking around about the people present…

Dongfang was dressed in a white robe with gold patterns, and her black hair was still styled in a ponytail.

Mo Yi asked appreciatively, "Your Highness, between Dongfang and you, who is older?"

Li Jing's face darkened. "He's almost three years older than me!"

"..." Mo Yi mentally counted on her fingers, almost thirty years old!
But looking at him, he doesn't seem like it at all. He blends in perfectly with the other teenagers around him.

When someone started playing drums, he even danced for a bit.

Mo Yi poured herself another glass, making a clicking sound as she drank.

“It’s so touching that he treated Sister Ming’an like that…” she said to Li Jing.

"It's so-so!" Li Jing said, taking a sip of wine.

"I hope we can be like them too..." Mo Yi smiled sweetly.

“Fool, we will never suffer like them…”

The kitten isn't getting better; its ascites is still increasing. It even vomited this morning…

Last night, it lay on my keyboard and even poked me with sunflower seeds, trying to stop me from working.

I cried again.