Reborn Lady - Chapter 362
Wei Luo made a triumphant return this time, and Emperor Yongping granted him a ten-day vacation.
During the initial two days, Wei Luo either visited the palace to see the Emperor and Concubine Shun or joined his brothers for social outings. On the third day, he and Yin Hui went to Jichang Mansion, where they played a few rounds of chess with Yin Yong.
From the fourth day onwards, Wei Luo found himself truly free.
Prince Shu, renowned for his moral cultivation, made a portrayal of the “Dragon Boat Festival”.
In this portrayal, Wei Luo illustrated a family of five. In the courtyard, Yin Hui and their daughter sat beneath the shade of a sweet-scented osmanthus tree, embroidering sachets. Not far away, Wei Luo engaged with his two sons, playing with pots.
He painstakingly crafted this image with meticulous attention, scrutinizing details down to the pearl hairpin adorning Yin Hui’s head and the intricate carvings on the pots. Sometimes, Yin Hui would observe him painting from the study, while at other times, he would actively involve her and the children, arranging them to sit or stand. Although his expression remained stoic, both Yin Hui and the children sensed his uplifted spirits.
With Wei Luo at home, Yin Hui’s spirits were uplifted, relieving her of any concerns or recurring nightmares.
Upon learning that her father-in-law had given Wei Luo a whitening and nourishing cream, Yin Hui found it amusing. Subsequently, she made it a routine to apply the nourishing cream for Wei Hao every morning and evening, chuckling with amusement each time.
Unable to apply the cream on his body, as it would stain his white clothes upon his imminent return, Yin Hui solely focused on his neck, face, and those slender hands.
Initially resistant, Wei Luo hesitated. However, Yin Hui persuaded him, stating, “Your father believes this to be a kind gesture toward you. If you don’t utilize it, you’ll disappoint his affection as your father.”
Prince Shu, who was so doted upon by the Emperor Father, had little choice but to lie still and allow his charming wife to gently apply the cream all over his face.
After diligently applying the cream for ten consecutive days, Yin Hui pondered whether it was the efficacy of the cream or simply her growing accustomed to Wei Luo’s appearance. Nevertheless, she couldn’t help but notice that Wei Luo appeared slightly fairer than when he had first returned.
Regardless of whether he appeared fairer or not, Wei Luo paid little attention to such matters. As soon as his vacation concluded, he resumed attending the morning court without delay.
Emperor Yongping hadn’t caught sight of his third son in several days. Today, as he ascended to the main hall and cast a casual glance downward, he noticed the Third Son standing behind the Crown Prince, alongside the Second Son.
The five sons were all standing there, with the Crown Prince positioned at the forefront, followed by his second, third, fourth, and fifth sons respectively.
In terms of size, the Third Son was the tallest, and next to the two elder brothers who were starting to put on weight, it seemed that he was imposing and outstanding.
After looking at his third son, then at the Crown Prince and the Second Son, Emperor Yongping wanted to shake his head.
He was not fat at all, why did his two sons gain weight, especially the Second Som? He was such a beautiful child in his youth. As he grew older, his calligraphy skills couldn’t match his brother’s martial arts skills, leaving him with only his handsome and smiling face. It was eye-catching, but he didn’t seem to cherish it.
After the morning court, Emperor Yongping summoned all five sons to the imperial study.
Considering the Crown Prince’s elevated status, it wasn’t appropriate to assign him distant duties, so Emperor Yongping didn’t mention him initially. Instead, he addressed Wei Yan first, “Look at you, you’ve gained a lot of weight over the past two years. It seems the tasks at the Ministry of Finance are too leisurely. Starting today, you’ll switch places with Wei Jing. You’ll go to the Ministry of Industry, while Wei Jing will take your position at the Ministry of Finance.”
Hearing that, Wei Jing immediately complied with the order.
Initially wearing a bitter expression, Wei Yan thought he couldn’t afford to lose face in front of his father. So, he promptly suppressed his feelings and responded respectfully, all the while continuing to grumble inwardly. In truth, the tasks at the Ministry of Industry could be quite leisurely, involving mainly reviewing drawings and carrying out other tasks as instructed. However, over the past two years, he had been frequently dispatched by his father. He suspected it was because his father perceived him as too overweight, prompting him to issue even more stringent orders.
Emperor Yongping then turned to Wei Luo and said, “The Third Son can’t tolerate sand in his eyes. He has been in the Ministry of Punishment for three years. The officials of the Ministry of Punishment were dedicated to their duties, but there were few slacks. Since the Ministry of Punishment has developed a good atmosphere, the Third Son should be transferred. It’s time for you to go to the Ministry of Finance, keep an eye for your father, and spend all the money in the treasury wisely.”
Wei Luo took the order, unconsciously frowning.
When Emperor Yongping noticed, he raised his eyebrows and asked, “Why? Don’t you want to?”
Wei Luo explained, “No, it’s just that this subject is already familiar with the operation of the Ministry of Punishment, but not very familiar with the Ministry of Finance. Please understand.”
Emperor Yongping understood Wei Luo’s concerns. He didn’t blame his son for feeling pressured; it would be a natural process of adaptation for anyone suddenly transferred from a familiar position to an entirely unfamiliar one.
The fact that Wei Luo felt pressure indicated his awareness of his own shortcomings and a fear of overconfidence, thinking he was omnipotent.
“Take your time to understand. I don’t expect you to immediately excel as an official of the Ministry of Finance.”
After assigning the new task to his third son, Emperor Yongping turned to his fourth son, Wei Xuan, and remarked, “You tend to be a bit impatient. Therefore, I want you to go to the Ministry of Punishment for practice. Handling trials and judgments requires precision, and it will be beneficial for you to refine your character there.”
Wei Xuan also frowned, making Emperor Yongping ask, “What are you dissatisfied with?”
Wei Xiao retorted, “It’s not about dissatisfaction; I simply don’t want to be confined to an official office. I’d rather be at the border leading troops, even if it means being sent to suppress bandits.”
Emperor Yongping retorted sharply, “With so much responsibility in the government office, what makes you think you can just sit back? As for suppressing bandits, you dare to mention it? Remember the incident at Black Eagle Mountain in Huizhou? If the guards hadn’t protected you with all their might, you, a Prince, would have been captured by the bandit leader. You couldn’t even defeat a mere bandit. How can you lead soldiers? You’re nearly thirty, yet your temperament hasn’t improved. Even your younger brother is more patient than you.”
Wei Xuan felt humiliated by his father’s words. His face flushed red then paled as he glanced quietly at his younger brother, Wei Jing, beside him.
Wei Jing lowered his eyes, smiling wryly.
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