Li Xiang didn't know how to explain this matter. According to Liu's idea, it should be the court that arranged for Li Xiang to go. Little did she know that Li Xiang was now very powerful. If he didn't want to go, even Li Shimin's order would be useless. But these things could not be said in front of others. If you said it, such words would be considered treason, even for the emperor's grandson.
"There are some things that need to be taken care of in the south by my son. Besides, this isn't his first time on the front lines. Mother, don't worry. These flowers are blooming so beautifully. They weren't this bright in the south. It seems only mother can take care of them. If it were someone else, I think they would have withered by now."
After hearing what Li Xiang said, a smile appeared on Liu's face. These days, with nothing else to do, she devoted herself to tinkering with these flowers, plants and trees. Some of them were sent by other people, and some were found by her son from other places. These days can be said to be very meaningful for her.
Li Xiang saw that many new people had come to the Eastern Palace, and his mother was already quite old. It was impossible for Li Chengqian to put his love in such a place. He would definitely go to those young women's rooms every day. No matter how powerful Li Xiang was, he could not interfere in his father's affairs, so he often took his mother to his side. If she went to the south now, he would have to hand her over to Cheng Luan.
If Lao Men stayed in the East Palace, even if he was a good person, he would probably feel uncomfortable. Being able to go out from time to time would have a great effect on anyone's mood.
"You know what, these flowers and plants you sent back are really different from ours, especially the fragrance, which is so strong and bright. Others don't like this kind of fragrance, but I, your mother, like it very much."
When talking about these flowers and plants, the mother's expression changed. It seemed that she really liked these things. Li Xiang was also preparing to ask people to bring back more when he went to the south. As long as there is a hobby, the days will pass faster. If you sit and stare blankly every day, not only will your life be wasted, but the time will also be extremely boring.
"Then I'll collect more for you when I go south. This time I'm planning to fight on the southern coast. There should be some flowers and plants there that we've never seen before. I'll have someone send them back to you over 600 miles by express. It won't delay anything."
Hearing that there were new flowers and plants, the mother's attention was completely attracted. The mother and son chatted for nearly half an hour. The mother also knew that Li Xiang had a lot of things to do, not to mention that it was time to go to the expedition, and there would probably be even more things to do, so she asked Li Xiang to go back and prepare first. However, when Li Xiang was about to leave, the mother seemed to remember something else.
"Look at my brain. I've been so busy that I've forgotten all these things. Go call Huaihua over."
When the Crown Princess said this, Li Xiang instantly understood what was going on. In today's aristocratic families, if a wife cannot control her husband's bedroom affairs, then she has to interfere in her son's bedroom affairs. It is said that Li Xiang has been in the Crown Princess's room for some time, but Cheng Luan's belly has not moved for a long time. Isn't this a waste?
So Liu took the initiative to pick out one of the maids she had trained and prepared to give it to Li Xiang as a concubine. After all, as the Crown Prince of the Tang Dynasty, the number of women was not fixed. Of course, those with titles were fixed, but these maids were just tools for giving birth to children, so it didn't matter if they didn't have titles. They had all been sold to the palace, and their indentures were all in the palace. Now that they could follow the Crown Prince, it was a blessing from their ancestors.
"My son is going south to fight this time. I don't think this is necessary."
Li Xiang said with some embarrassment that the girl who came out was also very good-looking, and she would get 90% of the attention if she walked on the street. The most important thing was that her temperament should be relatively gentle, but Li Xiang had no interest in it at all now. The whole family was filled with struggles between women. In the past, although she was an ordinary maid, she was a maid beside her mother, and was even more noble than many people with titles. If you disrespect Huaihua, it would be disrespectful to the Crown Princess.
"What do you mean by no need? It's such a long journey and you need someone to serve you. I don't think the girls in your family can go with you. Even if they do, they were all spoiled girls before, how can they serve you? Huaihua has been working for me for several years. From a little girl to now, I have been training her all the time."
Liu pushed Huaihua to Li Xiang's side without any explanation. It is very normal for a mother to find women for her son in this day and age. The family must have children. If there are not enough women, how can the Tang Dynasty royal family reproduce?
For ordinary people, it doesn’t matter whether they have children or not as long as they don’t have a throne at home. However, for members of the royal family, having children does not mean that you have completed your mission. Having multiple children is a sign of joy. If you can have a bunch of children, you will be the greatest contributor to the entire royal family.
Seeing that things have come to this, Li Xiang can't say anything more. Besides, these things are his mother's responsibilities. If you don't want to do it, it will make his mother very sad. If it gets out, it will be considered that you are unfilial. This is the reality of this era.
"Huaihua, remember this. You don't have to be afraid of anything after you go. I will make all the decisions for you. If those young ladies want to take advantage of you, just tell me. I have raised you by my side all these years, just like my own daughter. I love you and I will love you. But you must remember one thing: the Crown Prince is my lifeblood. You must keep your eyes open when serving me. No one can get past you."
When Liu said this, Li Xiang was also shocked. Is this still his kind mother? How come after staying in the palace for a while, she has become so sublime?
Of course, this is also a very normal thing. The political struggle within the palace is no less than that of the previous dynasty. So if you want to survive, you must continue to be a fool. You must grow up quickly so that you can survive.
