Actually, before coming here, Song Zhicheng was mentally prepared. If the eldest brother didn't agree, he would plead and at least fulfill that pesky kid's wish. But unexpectedly, his eldest brother didn't mind at all.
"Eldest brother, you are close to the emperor, and you would understand the imperial heart as well as, if not better, than us. As for Zhao'er, don't force anything, lest we lose the emperor's favor," Song Zhicheng said. "Compared to the glory and heritage of the family, an individual's thoughts don't count for much. Without a family, where would dreams come from."
Song Zhiyuan felt comforted in his heart and said, "How could I joke about the family? Let Zhao'er do as he wishes. However, since he's chosen such a proud path, let's see how far Song Huaijin, someone from a poor family, without the family's help, can climb on his own. Are the members of the Song Family sparrows or eagles? We're going to find out."
Song Zhicheng felt inexplicably stirred.
