Ah Jiu was commanded to oversee the state affairs, and as the day of sealing the imperial court approached, he was terribly busy, dealing with various political matters. Only when the day of sealing the imperial court arrived did he return to Prince Jin's Mansion from the palace. It was already New Year's Eve on the twenty-ninth day of the twelfth month, and tomorrow would be Chinese New Year's Eve.
"Mingdong greets Ninth Royal Uncle." Jhin Mingdong was learning to recognize characters and appreciate paintings from Wufu. Seeing Ah Jiu return, he performed a ceremonious bow.
Ah Jiu squatted down and picked him up, meeting his gaze, and asked, "Are you accustomed to staying in the manor?"
Jhin Mingdong nodded, his eyes sparkling with clarity, saying, "I'm accustomed, Imperial Aunt treats me well."
These words were indeed heartfelt. He felt that staying in the manor was much more interesting and fun, even safer than being in the palace.
