Feng Xie and Ri Ying and Yue Ying exchanged glances, a fleeting glint of excitement in their eyes. Seeing that the Crown Prince was interested, things became much easier. Ri Ying immediately spoke respectfully.
"The Crown Prince is the most precious person in the world, because the Emperor is the Crown Prince's father."
"Father? I am the Crown Prince, and I have a Father?"
These two words clearly confused Mu Xing. Crown Prince and Father – what could they possibly mean? But what if these two were lying to him, fabricating things he didn't know? His expression turned cold, and he spoke menacingly.
"You two scoundrels, are you trying to trick me because I'm young? I've never heard of what a Crown Prince is! And what is a Father?"
Mu Xing stood with his hands on his hips, glaring furiously at the three men before him, his eyes darting around, making him quite attractive.
Seeing his expression, Feng Xie's heart skipped a beat. He knew this kid was up to no good, so he quickly spoke before Mu Xing could cause trouble.
"Mu Xing, I am your Father, and you are my son, the reigning Crown Prince."
"What?"
Little Mu Xing's eyes widened like copper bells, and his tender little face twitched a few times before settling down.
This man claimed to be his Father, and himself the Crown Prince, saying he was his son. Could he be the legendary Father? Then was he here to snatch Mother too?
But why were they called Father and Crown Prince? Little Mu Xing's face was filled with confusion for a long time, unable to grasp the situation. He scanned the three men opposite him very seriously.
"He is my Father, I am the Crown Prince, but no one told me! What is a Crown Prince used for?"
Mu Xing couldn't help but wonder. Could the Crown Prince be used to protect Mother? Mother had almost died from poisoning last time, and he had been so scared. It would be great if this so-called Crown Prince could protect Mother.
A flicker of hope appeared in Little Mu Xing's eyes as he stared intently at Feng Xie. Feng Xie was so happy listening to his words that he almost blurted out. It seemed this kid was interested in the identity of the Crown Prince.
With a divine radiance on his handsome face, Ling Ba stood proudly atop the green mountains.
"A Crown Prince can do whatever he wants, possessing supreme authority, with a large number of people at your beck and call."
After Feng Xie explained, Ri Ying and Yue Ying nodded in agreement. "Yes, Your Highness the Crown Prince. If Your Highness is willing to acknowledge the Emperor, you can do anything you wish from now on."
Little Mu Xing's interest was piqued by these words. He could do anything he wanted? Could he protect Mother, and have many younger brothers and sisters?
Most importantly, Mu Xing's gaze flickered towards Ri Ying and Yue Ying, and a foxy, cunning smile appeared on his lips. Ri Ying and Yue Ying's scalps tingled, but they heard that malicious voice ring out.
"If I let these two die, is that also possible?"
He pointed maliciously at Ri Ying and Yue Ying with his little hand, looking up at Feng Xie.
Feng Xie was startled, not expecting his son to ask such a tricky question. After a moment of surprise, he could only offer his condolences to his two subordinates in his heart. He still needed to win over his son, so he immediately nodded seriously.
"Yes, if Mu Xing regains his identity, they will do whatever you command them to do, including giving up their lives."
Wow, that's very useful! Mu Xing was immediately moved, a smile appearing on his lips. He looked happily at the man called Father. "But why has Mother never mentioned it?"
"Then shall we go find your mother together and ask for an explanation?"
Feng Xie concealed his stern demeanor, his aura transforming into a warm smile as he seductively gazed at Mu Xing.
In fact, they couldn't enter逍遥岛 (Xiāoyáo Dǎo - Carefree Island) because it was filled with formations. They were afraid of angering Liu Liu by breaking the formations, so they had people drive them away and waited outside like a hunter waiting for prey.
Fortunately, they caught a tender and adorable little rabbit, and it was his son. Why not? They could use this child to lead them to see his mother.
"Okay,"
Mu Xing nodded vigorously, eager to know if he was this man's son, or that so-called Crown Prince. However, his large eyes flashed with a warning.
"If you dare to lie to me, you're dead."
He coldly threatened Feng Xie and the other two. Feng Xie was unconcerned.
However, Ri Ying and Yue Ying still remembered the kid's words. Would he really make them commit suicide after regaining his position as Crown Prince? This was the Emperor's business, not theirs.
Little Mu Xing took the lead, guiding the three tall men into 逍遥岛 (Xiāoyáo Dǎo). They passed through layers of lush greenery and walked along secluded paths. Feng Xie couldn't help but admire the person who set up the formations, finding them truly meticulous.
If they had forcibly broken the formations, they wouldn't have had a ten-percent chance of breaking them.
Fortunately, with Mu Xing leading the way, the group passed by the Qixing Tower headquarters and headed directly towards the courtyard behind. Along the way, they saw many busy people.
Everyone was surprised by the appearance of the three newcomers, but seeing Mu Xing leading them, they assumed they were people Mu Xing knew and went about their business.
Jade balustrades and vermilion pillars, painted beams and carved eaves, pink walls and green tiles, reflecting each other, the environment was elegant. Long corridors wound around the layered stone steps. Mu Xing turned to signal Feng Xie, "You all wait here, I'll go ask my mother."
When Feng Xie heard that Liu'er was inside the study, his heart filled with excitement. He wanted to leap in immediately, but now was not the time for recklessness. He absolutely couldn't let her attitude towards him become even more negative, so he suppressed his urge and waited outside for news from within.
Mu Xing poked his head into the study, only to see his mother organizing accounts at the desk.
Her beautiful face wore a stern expression. Hearing the movement by the door, she didn't even look up. Mu Xing stood by the desk and asked earnestly, "Mother, the men outside say I'm the Crown Prince?"
Liu Liu was startled, her heart sneering. They've come so quickly, have they already shown their hand?
Her peerlessly beautiful face turned and rolled her eyes coldly. "Can a Crown Prince be eaten? Can a Crown Prince be drunk?"
Mu Xing searched his little brain, and it seemed the Crown Prince could neither be eaten nor drunk. He shook his head in annoyance. "No." Liu Liu's lips curved into a cold smile, and she spoke in a low voice, "Then how will you support Mother in the future?"
Little Mu Xing was so angry that his face immediately turned dark and sullen. He swayed his little body, darted aside, and pulled open the door, yelling at the man outside with a sunny, beaming face, "Get lost! How dare you lie to this young master!"
With a bang, he slammed the door shut, completely ignoring the three men outside looking at each other. What was going on?
Feng Xie stared at the door panel, feeling utterly defeated. He wondered whether to tear down the door or let out a thunderous roar. He was, after all, the dignified ruler of a nation.
He never expected to be repeatedly despised by his son. Did this kid not know how he came into being?
Just as Feng Xie was in a dilemma, Hong Xiu appeared. Upon seeing the man standing at the door, wasn't it the Emperor?
Now, 逍遥岛 (Xiāoyáo Dǎo) was lively. Nangong Yue had arrived, and now the Emperor.
But why did the Emperor look so troubled standing at the door? His expression was gloomy, then furious, then he held back. What had happened? Hong Xiu walked over and bowed gracefully.
"Your servant greets Your Imperial Majesty."
Feng Xie turned around, his authority emanating, his gaze icy as he scanned Hong Xiu. "Rise."
Hong Xiu stood up, glancing at the door. The door hadn't been closed before, had someone gone in? Who?