Chapter 653: Be on Guard Against Others

Just because the King of Huainan thought Xie Jin was good, he couldn't understand why such an outstanding man didn't like women, but fell in love with a man like him?

It was simply... a waste of his parents' kindness in raising him.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. If it is really bribery, then I am also a briber and should be punished according to the law." Xie Jin was sincere and humble, and wishful thinking that King Huainan had some concerns, rather than simply not wanting to accept his gift. "This is just a little thought from me, I hope Your Majesty will accept it."

After a pause, "After returning to the imperial capital, I will report this matter to His Majesty and the Regent, and will never let Your Majesty take any risks."

The King of Huainan came back to his senses, his expression revealing a bit of mockery: "Mr. Xie is quite thoughtful. Not only did he send such a valuable gift, he even helped me eliminate the risks. I have never seen a gift giver who can consider things so comprehensively."

Xie Jin continued to be humble: "This is what I should do."

Xuanyuan Yao felt that Xie Jin must have been a fox who practiced for thousands of years in his previous life. In this life, he accidentally reincarnated as a human, but still retained some of the fox's temperament.

"Master Xie, please come with me to the study." King Huainan turned around and said calmly, "Yao'er, take the horse to the stable first, and put away the Chunjun sword for the time being. When Master Xie leaves Huainan, let him take it back with him."

Xuanyuan Yao pursed his lips and said, "Yes."

Xie Jin raised his eyes and looked at Xuanyuan Yao, giving him a soothing look, indicating that he should stay calm, and then went to the study with King Huainan.

Xuanyuan Yao put away the sword, personally took the Ferghana horse down to settle it, and then turned to go to his father's study.

After knocking on the door of the study and entering, Xuanyuan Yao said respectfully: "My son has something to report to my father."

The King of Huainan raised his eyes: "What is it?"

"My younger brother will inherit the responsibility and military power of guarding Huainan in the future. He has taken on the responsibility that should have been borne by me at such a young age. I feel guilty and want to give the position of the crown prince to my younger brother, even if it is just a small compensation... or it is not compensation, but the title that should be given to my younger brother." Xuanyuan Yao said in a low voice, "I hope my father will approve."

Responsibility and honor are one and the same. It doesn't make sense to let my younger brother take on the responsibility while I still occupy the title of the crown prince.

"Give the position of the crown prince to your brother?" King Huainan frowned, "Why do you have such an idea?"

Xuanyuan Yao hesitated for a moment: "My son just thinks--"

"Do you really want to marry into the Xie family and sever ties with the Huainan Palace from now on?"

Xuanyuan Yao was stunned and shook his head quickly: "Father, you are wise, my son definitely does not mean that."

"If you want to sever ties with the palace, I can help you." King Huainan said, "I can immediately announce that I will sever the father-son relationship with you."

Xuanyuan Yao's face changed: "My son definitely does not mean that."

"Since you don't mean that, don't mention this matter again in the future."

"But--"

"But what?" King Huainan frowned, "You didn't get hit by the military stick a few days ago, so you feel uncomfortable, right? Do you have to be beaten to feel comfortable?"

Xuanyuan Yao shook his head quickly.

"I will not take the Ferghana horse and the Chunjun Sword, and I will not care about your affairs anymore." King Huainan said in a light voice, "A son is no longer under the control of his father, and I can't care so much."

Xuanyuan Yao's heart tightened, and he felt guilty and knelt down immediately: "My son knows his mistakes and has disappointed his father."

Xie Jin knelt down beside him without hesitation.

King Huainan looked at the two young men in front of him without any expression. They were so outstanding and dazzling, but they made him feel very depressed.

"Do you know that you have a special identity?" King Huainan's voice was slightly deep. "One is the son of the Prime Minister, and he is unscrupulous in his own behavior. In addition, with the favor of His Majesty and the Regent, how many people in the court are watching you? If you make a wrong step, those people you offended in the court today will try their best to kill you in the future. Have you thought about this?"

Xie Jin was silent for a moment: "Even if it is just for Yaoyao, I will be more careful in my future actions, not reckless and impulsive, only do what I should do, and try my best to keep a clear conscience and not leave any handle in anyone's hands."

"Yao'er is my son, and he is valued by the Regent in the imperial capital. He holds the military power of the Black Obsidian Army. This is also an identity that many people are afraid of." King Huainan's tone became heavier. "You two are so close, in the eyes of many people with ulterior motives, you are privately giving and receiving, close contacts, or even forming a clique for personal gain - the combination of court power and military power is also a taboo for the emperor."

Xie Jin understood his meaning and concerns.

The King of Huainan has held military power for more than 20 years and guarded the border. Although there have been few wars in Dongling, he has been able to stay in Huainan for more than 20 years without causing trouble, without causing the emperor's suspicion, and without attracting the attention of the court officials. This shows that he is calm and measured, and knows what he can and cannot do.

There is nothing wrong with Xie Jin's temperament. It can even be said that as long as the emperor does not suspect him, he will live a glorious life. But a person's life is neither long nor short. Who can guarantee that he will not capsize in the gutter?

Don't have the intention to harm others, but be on guard against others.

Sometimes being too sharp is not necessarily a good thing, especially when entering the court. Even if you have the trust of the king, you should have a minimum sense of crisis.

After all, there is only a thief for a thousand days, how can you guard against thieves for a thousand days?

Even in the prosperous Qingming era, there are inevitably one or two stinky rats and bugs hiding in the dark and shameful ditches, waiting for an opportunity to move, and at least disgust you if you don't die.

"Your Highness, I understand your painstaking efforts." Xie Jin promised sincerely. "I will think carefully and be cautious in the future, not easily leave a handle for others, and try to be low-key and calm, not to cause trouble, and never bring unnecessary trouble to the Xie family and Yaoyao."

"Father, please rest assured that the master trusts me and Ajin and will not easily be suspicious." Xuanyuan Yao also emphasized, "If father is worried, Ajin and I will be cautious and cautious in the future, and walk on thin ice. In addition to the things that the master has instructed, we will act low-key, be low-key, not easily make enemies, and never easily leave any handle for others."

The King of Huainan understood that Xie Jin was a fox with a deep mind. Even though he was still young, he would think carefully about what he did, but he still couldn't avoid some worries.

These two are smart people, a little reminder is enough, no need to emphasize it over and over again.

Huainan King waved his hand: "Everyone go out."

"Your Majesty." Xie Jin lowered his eyebrows and looked at the ground, "The Ferghana horse and the Chunjun sword are my heartfelt gifts, I hope Your Majesty will not refuse, otherwise I will feel uneasy."

"What?" Huainan King's eyes fell on him, "You want to give me something, do I have to accept it?"

"Junior dare not." Xie Jin's humble attitude is impeccable, "It's just that I came to Huainan with Yaoyao this time to give you a gift. Before leaving, my father has always told me that I must be respectful to you and never offend you. I hope Your Majesty will fulfill my filial piety."

"Xie Jin, I have never seen anyone like you." Huainan King's expression was cold, "You are still rushing to give gifts after being beaten, do you have a tendency to be abused?"