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Chapter 3505: 4.1105 Apprehension (Monthly Ticket Bonus Update 3)

In the Emperor's view, once the Crown Princess wielded the Phoenix Seal, more people would treat her with respect. Then, perhaps, fewer troubles would find their way to her, and she wouldn't have to terrifyingly lash out at others all the time.

Thus, it would definitely be a time of peace, and the whole nation would rejoice. This matter was excellent!

Furthermore, he didn't really want to go against his son's wishes.

Truth be told, deep down, the Emperor was actually a doting father, though he certainly wouldn't admit it on the surface...

How could he, an astute, valiant, decisive Emperor of the Divine Continent, possibly spoil a child? Ha, wouldn't he lose all face?

Qiao Mu glanced sideways at the Emperor, then at the Empress Dowager, whose face was flushed crimson and body trembled uncontrollably. With an indifferent expression, she reached out and took the mutton-fat white jade box the Emperor handed over, then casually opened it to take a look.

A gleaming, gilded Phoenix Seal lay in the center, radiating a magnificent, dazzling glow.

Qiao Mu thought the Phoenix Seal was quite small and beautiful. She picked it up and examined it, noting the exquisitely carved, lifelike phoenix soaring through nine heavens at its base. Her fondness for it grew.

"This Phoenix Seal belonged to your mother. It is now given to you. You must preserve it well and under no circumstances lose or damage it," the Emperor instructed, not at ease, fearing she might get a whimsical idea and take the Phoenix Seal out to play.

She wasn't stupid; why would she needlessly fiddle around with the Phoenix Seal if there was nothing wrong with her?

She wasn't sick!

The little Crown Princess gave the Emperor a look that said he was mentally challenged, a look that made the Emperor feel a sudden urge to explode. How could this child be so unlovable?

"Your Majesty!" Empress Dowager Chen was about to speak again, but the Emperor raised a hand to stop her.

"Enough, Empress Dowager. My mind is made up. That's how it's going to be."

Empress Dowager Chen was both anxious and angry, yet helpless. She could only nod, temporarily conceding.

However, in her heart, her apprehension towards the little Crown Princess grew even more.

Don't let this girl's seemingly cold and artless demeanor fool you; looking at her now, she was definitely not so simple.

The Crown Prince's words, she accepted them all without question, just going along with the flow. Didn't she feel embarrassed at all?

Only then did the Emperor reveal a smile. He turned and glared at his son. "Are you satisfied now? Go to Huiping Village and handle the matter perfectly and properly! Don't embarrass your father!"

"Got it," the Crown Prince replied reluctantly.

"Alright, the food's cold now, come and sit!" The Emperor yelled at his son and daughter-in-law. "Don't throw any more tantrums."

"Your grandmother is old and has lived in the palace for so many years; naturally, she's set in her ways. As her children, you should always show her some respect and never quarrel with her again," the Emperor warned, glancing at the Crown Prince and little Crown Princess again.

The young couple pursed their lips, exhibiting the same expression and the same look in their eyes, which made the Emperor feel both amused and irritated.

These two children, when they were in the lower star domain, didn't his branch family members feel exasperated by these two rebellious little rascals?

His son must have been a good-for-nothing troublemaker in the lower star domain too.

Far away on Skyfall Star, old King Mo Lei sneezed three times in a row, looking bewildered as if someone was talking about him.

After Qiao Mu sat down, Shi Yongyan quickly smiled and poured her another cup of wine, then said, "Crown Princess, please."