Chapter 521
The Crown Prince’s son Won and the Princes Du and Seul had turned fourteen this year.
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Through the Crown Princess and Yangwon and Yangje, Hyang had seen six sons and three daughters.
Born two to three years apart, these children had unusual birth circumstances. While they weren’t born simultaneously like the Won-Du-Seul brothers, they were born within a day or two of each other. Unlike when the Won-Du-Seul brothers were born, these were all easy deliveries. Rumors spread widely that this was the result of the friendly but competitive relationship between the Crown Princess, Yangwon, and Yangje.
“Truly a miraculous occurrence, Your Majesty!”
The ministers and court eunuchs repeatedly reported to King Sejong, calling it a miracle and offering congratulations on the birth of healthy children.
“I’m grateful. Isn’t the birth of healthy children the greatest blessing?”
King Sejong responded to the ministers with a pleased expression.
Similarly busy receiving and responding to congratulations, Hyang muttered while looking at the sky: