Empress Dowager Mo watched the two exchange glances, her eyes filled with even more mirth, and gave a gentle cough.
Wufu quickly sat upright, appearing ready to listen to instructions.
"Since both of you are purely for the sake of this Beiyan realm, then from now on assist and nurture the young emperor well," Empress Dowager Mo spoke formally: "Who the child becomes is shaped by the adults' guidance. I hope you won't raise a thankless person."
"Royal Mother, we will do our utmost," Ah Jiu quickly replied.
Empress Dowager Mo nodded: "The Mourning Family trusts you, and I believe the former emperor trusted you too, which is why he entrusted the child to you. Prince Dong is still a blank slate, and how it is painted lies with you. The future is uncertain, but The Mourning Family hopes you won't regret today's decision."
The two nodded promptly.
"What you said to Consort Lan and the others earlier, are you sure you want to do it that way?" Empress Dowager Mo looked at Wufu again.
