"Hmm, there's some truth in that."
As they spoke, Xia An brought in a bowl of chilled sour plum soup from outside.
It was quite refreshing and thirst-quenching.
The Emperor received it, tilted his head back, and drank it in one go. He felt slightly unsatisfied but remained silent without asking for another bowl.
As an emperor, he was already accustomed to controlling his desires.
Indulging in the coolness of summer was not considered appropriate.
The two exchanged some casual conversation, then saw Nanny Du bringing the Second Prince over from the backyard. They entered directly into the inner room, and then paid their respects to the Emperor with proper decorum.
The Emperor furrowed his brows with a hint of helplessness.
"Nanny, I've mentioned before that such formalities are unnecessary."
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your kindness, but rules cannot be neglected."
She then beckoned the Second Prince over, softening her tone as she spoke.
