Daming: The system rejected my request for salted fish

Chapter 867

Seeing Wei Wu's shameless behavior, Queen Ma couldn't help but smile and patted his head.

"Okay, stop being so rude. I really wanted to beat you up, but then I thought, why should I beat you up?"

As soon as Empress Ma finished her words, Wei Wu immediately took advantage of the situation.

"Aunt, that's not the case. You are my aunt, and beating me is only natural!"

"Forget about beating me up. Even if you beat me half to death, I'd still kneel down and admit my guilt."

For some reason, the more playful Wei Wu was, the happier Empress Ma looked.

However, although she was happy, she did not respond to Wei Wu's words, but continued to speak on her own:

"When children do dangerous things, elders beat and scold them to educate them, but that's all out of concern for the children's own good."

"But you didn't go to the Japanese pirates for fun, nor for yourself. You put yourself in danger for the Ming Dynasty."

"As the Empress of the Ming Dynasty, the mother of a nation, what right do I have to punish a meritorious official who risked his life for the Ming Dynasty?"

While Queen Ma was speaking, a palace maid happened to walk in from outside the palace gate carrying a tea tray.

However, just as the maid was about to serve tea and snacks, Empress Ma waved her hand and asked the maid to stand in front of her.

Then, Queen Ma picked up the cake and placed it in front of Wei Wu, and continued slowly:

"Putting aside the identity of the Empress of the Ming Dynasty, even ordinary people would be proud of the younger generation's contributions to the country."

"During the Song Dynasty, Yue Fei's mother, Yao, although born in poverty, was also a man of great righteousness. She tattooed the four characters 'Serve the country with utmost loyalty' on Yue Fei's back."

"As your aunt, it would be unjustifiable for me to punish you for this, wouldn't it?"

Then, at the signal of Queen Ma, Wei Wu picked up the pastries on the table, stuffed them into his mouth and ate slowly.

At this time, Queen Ma took a deep breath and continued:

"But Xiao Wu, there are many ways to contribute to the country. Can you promise your aunt that you won't take risks like this again in the future?"

Hearing this, Wei Wu put down the cake in his hand, but just as he was about to speak, he heard the voice of Queen Ma again.

"Yu Gong, the Marquis of Changle has made countless contributions to the Ming Dynasty. This time, during the eastern expedition against the Japanese pirates, he helped the navy capture the Japanese pirate capital in one fell swoop."

"But I know you have greater abilities. As the Empress of the Ming Dynasty, I would rather you help the Ming Dynasty develop rather than fight on the battlefield."

"Personally, Xiao Wu has a broad perspective and understands the fundamental principles of justice. He is a pillar of the country. As his aunt, I should be proud of him."

"But I'm also a woman, and I just hope my nephew is safe and sound, away from danger, and can carry on the family line and live a good life."

To be honest, after hearing what Queen Ma said, Wei Wu didn't know what to say. He had nothing to say, both publicly and privately.

The only thing he could do was to do what a subject and a filial nephew should do, and he nodded obediently and said:

"Aunt, I promise you that I will never take any risks myself again unless it is necessary. Please don't be angry with me."

When Queen Ma heard Wei Wu's response, the smile on her face immediately became bright.

"Okay, Auntie has taken everything you said to heart! So when are you and Yuxuan planning to have a baby?"

This sudden sharp turn almost broke Wei Wu's waist.

Just now we were talking about staying away from danger and protecting our lives, but how come the topic suddenly turned to children's issues?

Is the turn so abrupt? I wasn't even given any time to prepare!

"Um, Auntie, you changed the subject so quickly. I don't know how to respond right now!"

"Just answer normally! There's nothing to be embarrassed about in front of your aunt."

"Well, didn't I tell you last time? Yuxuan is too young, I'm worried..."

Before Wei Wu could finish his words, he heard Queen Ma sigh lightly.