Chapter 239 Visit
Chapter 239 Visit
After everyone finished their meal, Ying Hui and others said goodbye and went to pay a visit to the First Emperor. De Ning wanted to go with them, but was stopped by the Queen because he had not finished his homework yet.
The group arrived at the Afang Palace, and Qi Le came to greet them at the right time.
Han Jing was so nervous that his palms were sweating, and he followed with a serious face. Qin En and Qin Ci were held by Qin Yue and Qin Ni, and they looked at them curiously.
"Brother, this place is so beautiful and so big!"
Qin En had never been here before and was very surprised that she had never been to such a beautiful place.
"Wow, second brother, can we come here more often?"
Qin Ci lay on Qin Ni.
"You wish. This is not our home. This is where the emperor lives. We need to make arrangements in advance if we want to come here."
Qin Ni thought he was dreaming.
"The Emperor? Is he the Emperor's father? Then he must be very old?"
Qin Ci frowned. He had seen the old man's aura before and he really didn't like it.
Qin Ni hit him on the head.
"Don't talk nonsense, he is the emperor emeritus, we will say long live him later."
Among the few people, only Queen Qin was calmer. She had met the First Emperor many times and felt that he was just a kind old man who treated her very well.
Qi Le arrived with his men. The First Emperor was painting in a pavilion in a large garden, and no one dared to disturb him. Everyone else stood there obediently and kept silent.
Qin En looked at the old man who was painting with his round eyes. He didn't seem to be very old, but his hair was very white and his beard was gray.
The gaze was too hot. The First Emperor looked at her and met her clear and innocent eyes. There was no fear in her eyes, but full of curiosity.
He put down the pen, and the little palace maid beside him brought a basin for him to wash his hands, and then everyone bowed.
"My grandson/granddaughter/young one, I pay my respects to the Emperor. Long live His Majesty!"
The First Emperor then noticed the others and spoke majestically.
"Everyone get up!"
Everyone stood up. After the First Emperor dried his hands, he waved to Qin En. Qin En looked around in confusion, then pointed at himself and asked.
"Grandpa, did you call me?"
When the First Emperor heard how she addressed him, he was stunned for a moment and then said with a smile.
"Grandpa?" This name was very new to him. The First Emperor thought that he was indeed getting old, and it was not too much to be called a grandfather, but it was the first time someone called him that. He thought this child was very interesting, so he continued to talk to her.
"Yes, I am indeed the old grandfather. What is your name? Come closer."
Qin En listened to the words of the First Emperor and walked to his side obediently. "
Grandpa, my name is Qin En, you can call me En En, I am mommy’s youngest and cutest baby! "
Qin En blinked her big eyes and looked at the First Emperor innocently. Her soft and tender voice made people feel pity and love. The First Emperor couldn't help but reach out and touch her little head, smiling and asking.
"Really? Then, how old is Enen this year?"
"My brother and I are both four years old. This is my eldest brother Qin Yue, my second brother Qin Ni, and my eldest sister Qin Wang. They are all about to turn fifteen..."
Seeing that she was interested, Qin En ran over and introduced them to each one.
"Well, both are good. Please sit down, Yinghui."
When Ying Hui's name was called, he immediately stood up as soon as he sat down, just like being called in the army.
"exist!"
"Don't be nervous, sit down and talk. Are your father and mother okay?"
Although the First Emperor had some resentment towards the child whom he had spoiled for more than ten years, he was still concerned about him.
"Father is in good health, but it's quite hot in New Kongzhou. Father loves cold drinks. If he doesn't control his intake, he will have abdominal pain. Mother has done a good job in this regard..."
Talking about this, Ying Hui relaxed a little. He started slowly from the food and talked a lot. Finally, he said that they missed him very much and even built a palace for the First Emperor, hoping that he could live comfortably when he visited.
Ying Hui said with some excitement: "Father often mentioned you to us, saying how good you were to him and how much you loved him. Now he misses you very much and hopes to see you soon."
After hearing this, the First Emperor's heart softened, a gentle smile appeared on his face, and he said softly: "It's rare that you are so thoughtful. I miss you very much."
When Ying Hui heard the Emperor's response, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and he continued, "Father also said that if there is a chance, he must invite you to visit Xin Kongzhou. It has beautiful scenery and pleasant climate, and is a good place for vacation. Moreover, he has prepared everything for you, just waiting for you to go and enjoy it."
The First Emperor nodded slightly to show that he understood. He knew that his sons had grown up, become sensible, and knew how to care for their elders. Such changes made him feel gratified, but he also felt that time passed so quickly.
Ying Ni also added from time to time that Han Jing was originally very nervous, but later Ying Hui said a lot of happy things, which made the First Emperor very happy, and he was not so nervous anymore.
"Very good, you are as lovable as your father when he was a child."
When Ying Hui heard this, his heart was moved. He remembered that Hu Hai had told him before that he was very favored when he was a child. Now hearing what the First Emperor said, he was even more certain of this.
"Father said that you loved him very much when he was a child, and you supervised his homework every day." Ying Hui couldn't help but ask curiously.
When the First Emperor heard this, a faint smile appeared on his face, as if he had returned to that time. He nodded, indicating that what Ying Hui said was true.
"Your father is indeed quite smart, but he is too playful and always lacks patience in doing things..." The First Emperor could not help but sigh as he recalled Hu Hai's appearance as a child.
The only thing that made the First Emperor feel relieved was that Hu Hai worked hard and was good at the prison law taught by Zhao Gao, and now he was able to put his skills into practice in Xin Kongzhou.
As he grew older and gained more experience, the First Emperor gradually understood why Qin Xingfu said that the Qin Dynasty would perish in the second generation. Everything was not without trace, and if time could go back, he would definitely go back to the past and curse his former self for being so stupid.
Ying Hui stood quietly by the side, watching the First Emperor fall into deep thought, not knowing how to start. He secretly guessed what the First Emperor was thinking about, but he didn't dare to interrupt his thoughts easily.
"It's rare that you come to accompany me today, so I will test your basic skills! Let's go and compete in horseback archery first."
Qin Shi Huang said with a hearty smile that he liked to be with these energetic young people because it would make him forget his age and feel the breath of youth.
"Grandpa, we don't know how to ride and shoot yet, so we can only cheer you on from the sidelines!"
Qin En pulled the First Emperor's sleeve and spoke coquettishly.
"Haha... Great, whoever wins the competition today will be rewarded handsomely!"
The First Emperor laughed and picked up Qin En. Qin En was extremely excited after being picked up, while Qin Ci on the side showed an envious expression.
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