Chapter 7 — Married to the Marquis Palace for Five Years, I Had Three Children in a Row

Not being biased towards either side, it clearly demonstrates its patriotic stance.

“After listening, the Emperor just smiled and said nothing more.”

“Just tell me to teach the children well.”

"People say, the future of the Great Zhou country needs pillars like our Tieu family to support us."

The meaning of the words here is too clear. The Emperor does not believe the Crown Prince. He was even more uneasy about entrusting military power to a monarch he did not trust. He is forcing Tieu Can Ngon, in the struggle for future army reserves, to make a choice. Furthermore, it was choosing a prince that he was secretly satisfied with. This is no longer a question of choice. It's a life talisman. Choosing the right one can keep the Xiao family's glory for hundreds of years. If you choose wrongly, it means you won't be able to overcome it for a lifetime, and your body will be destroyed.

“Husband, what should we do?”

I looked at him, my voice carrying a trace of trepidation. He didn't answer me, just walked to the window and pushed the door open. The cold wind brought in snowflakes. Outside, Thua Trach and Thua Khai are in the yard building snowmen. Not far away, the old lady (husband's mother) hugged Thua Vinh, her gentle face radiant. A peaceful scene, quiet years. But who knows, underneath that layer of peace, is an abyss ten thousand feet deep. Tieu Can Ngon looked at that scene for a long, long time. He turned his head, an unprecedented determination in his eyes.

“The hereditary jade sister, there is only one.”

“But my wife and children are Tieu Can Ngon's everything.”

“For you girls, I must step into this murky puddle.”

“Moreover, you can only win, you can't lose.”

My husband's words were like a large, heavy rock pressing down on my chest. I know, from the moment he made this decision, the entire Marquis Palace was tied to a chariot that could not stop. Ahead is the mountain and fire sea, an abyss ten thousand feet deep. But we no longer have a choice. The night was very late. I put more clothes on him.

“Husband, so in your heart… have you made a decision yet?”

He did not answer directly, but asked me in return.

"Nien So, in your opinion, between the Crown Prince and the Fifth Prince, who is more suitable for this country?"

I stopped. I didn't expect him to ask me a question that was enough to make me lose my head like that. I am just a good-natured woman, I understand too little about court affairs. But looking at his trusting eyes, I knew he wasn't testing me, but looking for a perspective. We are husband and wife, one body. His decision is also my decision. My thoughts can affect his future. I pondered for a long time before slowly speaking.

“Husband, I have never met the Fifth Prince, so it is difficult to judge.”

“But Your Highness the Crown Prince, I have met several times.”

“My feeling about him is… gentle and polite, like… a kind gentleman.”

“But that kindness seems to lack a bit of cunning and cunning.”

"He is soft-hearted and easily influenced by people around him, especially people from his family."

“The power of the National Coffin Palace… is too great.”

"So big that sometimes even the Crown Prince had to look at their faces to act."

"A monarch who is manipulated by his grandmother... is not a blessing to the country or to the common people."

My words are spoken very slowly and very softly. But every word, every word, clearly fell into Tieu Can Ngon's heart. He nodded, eyes clear There was a flash of appreciation.

“She looks very good.”

"The Crown Prince is not a fallen monarch, but he is also not a wise monarch who rules the world."

"If he ascends the throne and his grandmother likes autocracy, the court will definitely be in chaos."

"At that time, my Tieu family holds military power and will certainly become the first object that the National Palace wants to eliminate."

“So, we can't choose him.”

I understand. This is not a matter of liking it or not. It's a matter of life and death.

“What about the Fifth Prince?”

I inquire.

“The fifth prince, Tieu Canh Diem.”

Tieu Can Ngon's voice became more serious.

"When he was young, he trained in Bac Cuong for three years."

“Resolute character, ruthless tactics, decisive killing.”

“He was appointed Ung Vuong, it was his turn to the poor town of Tay Xuyen.”

“In just five years, Tay Xuyen has become orderly and people can live peacefully.”

"In terms of talent, in terms of temperament, he is far superior to the Crown Prince."

"In the Emperor's heart, the person he is satisfied with... is definitely him."

"It's just that the ousting of the chief and the establishment of a second position is the great taboo of the country. His Majesty needs a chance, and also needs someone with enough courage to stand up and support."

I understand. That person... is my husband, Dinh Vien Marquis Tieu Can Ngon. His Majesty is using our Dinh Vien Marquis Palace to pave the way for a successor he pleases. The Emperor's mind technique is both cold and cruelly realistic.

“So we can only choose the Fifth Prince?”

Tieu Can Ngon's answer was as decisive as a nail.

“Niem So, write a letter to your father immediately.”

“Tell you to use all trade routes and human connections to investigate.”

"Look and see if I'm planning on writing a story today"

"Investigate all the shady things between the Crown Prince and the National Palace."

"Also investigate the entire political history of the Fifth Prince in Tay Xuyen, and the power he secretly cultivated."

“We must know people who know us.”

“This match, we not only have to win, but we have to win cleanly, without leaving any consequences.”

I nodded vigorously.