There were snacks and tea laid out on multiple small tables in their central living area. Despite the limited time they’d had, the servants had managed to get this much prepared before hurriedly vacating the premises. They knew very well that the Emperor wanted no other soul present whenever he and Lady Wen were visiting “their” son.
Bai Ruyi and Qing Xue sat on floor cushions before all this food. The older boy didn’t have much appetite, but he knew the younger one wouldn’t want to eat either if he didn’t, so he served them both with sweet pastries and fresh tea.
Once Qing Xue had been sufficiently tempted by all the delicious treats to keep eating by himself, Bai Ruyi contemplated what he should say.
Obviously, he couldn’t get into the details of adult affairs when he’s talking to so
