This sound was particularly abrupt in the quiet imperial study room.
The old man standing in front of the desk suddenly paused and raised his eyes to look over, with a bit of astonishment in his eyes.
"...Your Majesty, do you think there is anything wrong with what the veteran just said?"
Emperor Shitian frowned slightly, and a dark light flashed in his deep phoenix eyes.
But this look was fleeting, and his eyes quickly returned to normal, and his thin lips moved slightly:
"Nothing."
Su Hetang was about to speak but stopped.
Emperor Shitian raised his eyes slightly, glanced across his face, and said softly:
"Mr. Su, just speak up if you have something to say."
Su Hetang sighed deeply in his heart.
After struggling for a while, he spoke carefully:
"Your Majesty, the rebellion of the six tribes in Yaobei has been put down, and the overall situation in the DPRK is now stable. You, the harem has been vacant for a long time, should you put the issue of having a concubine on the agenda?"
Su Hetang said this politely.
Your Majesty, this is not just an empty harem, it is in name only!
Not to mention the queen and concubines, there was not even a maidservant around him to serve him!
His Majesty proclaimed himself emperor at a young age. When he came to power, various forces in the DPRK and China were fighting overtly and covertly, and there was constant contention.
I don’t know how much blood has been stained on this imperial throne.
If it weren't for His Majesty's decisiveness in killing and unparalleled wit, I would have died countless times.
In the past, His Majesty was in a critical situation and was surrounded by dangers, so no one mentioned it. But now that the power is in hand, the harem is still empty. How can they not be anxious?
In fact, some people have mentioned this matter before, but they were suppressed by His Majesty because state affairs were the most important thing.
But now - it really can’t be delayed any longer!
Su Hetang was a veteran of the Three Dynasties and had a transcendent status in the court. His Majesty also treated him with courtesy and respect.
Then everyone unanimously recommended him to come over and discuss the matter with His Majesty again.
Of course, Su Hetang is a smart man.
It is not difficult to get a glimpse of His Majesty's attitude towards this matter from his previous reactions.
So when he came over this time, he first talked about other affairs of the DPRK, and finally mentioned this.
After the words fell, the imperial study became quiet again.
Su Hetang stood with his hands lowered and waited for a long time, but still didn't hear His Majesty's answer, so he couldn't help but become nervous.
He subconsciously raised his head:
"His Majesty--"
As soon as he started talking, he suddenly got stuck.
Emperor Shitian is sitting on the back of the chair, his posture is lazy and casual, but he also reveals an imperial dignity that cannot be ignored, which makes people surrender!
He looked at Su Hetang, his thin lips raised slightly, half-smiling.
However, this sight made Su Hetang's heart skip a beat and he quickly lowered his head!
"So Mr. Su came here today just to say these words?"
A low and cold voice sounded, but it seemed to be carrying invisible pressure, pressing heavily on Su Hetang's shoulders!
His head dropped lower:
"Old minister, I just...just think about your majesty and the country..."
"I have said before that I have my own plans regarding this matter."
Emperor Shitian spoke quietly,
"The rebellion of the six tribes in Yaobei has been suppressed on the surface, but the old members of the party have not been completely eliminated. Before this matter is settled, I have no plans to accept a concubine and establish a queen."
Su Hetang was shocked:
"But Your Majesty——"
Emperor Shitian looked over with indifferent eyes.
Su Hetang's voice stopped suddenly, and he immediately lowered his head:
"...Your Majesty, forgive me! I did not mean any offense!"
Emperor Shaktian didn't say anything, he just picked up the book again and started reading.
The air seems to be solid.
Su Hetang's forehead was soon covered with big beads of sweat.
I don't know how long it took before the clear, low voice came again.
"Senior Su is already old. From now on, it's better to worry less and take more care of your body."