Chapter 1128: Famous
Even if the vassal system were to be completely abolished, Qi Xiuyuan felt that he should be the one to bear the responsibility.
Other than Wenchen, he had five sons. What if these children blamed Qi Haoran, their uncle, when they grew up?
Qi Xiuyuan was angry at his recklessness, but Qi Haoran didn’t care. "I’m their uncle. What can they do? Besides, this is a national matter. Not to mention that they’re just my nephews, even if you object, Big Brother, we still have to do what needs to be done."
Qi Haoran’s righteous words made Qi Xiuyuan think more highly of him.
Seeing that his big brother was deep in thought, Qi Haoran hurriedly said, "Big Brother, you don’t have to worry about your sons’ future. Ah Ling said that they were born rich. No matter what they do, they have the advantage. Let them strive for whatever they want. I think Ah Ling is right. Since ancient times, there have been many descendants of the royal family who ended up as wastrels. Isn’t it because they didn’t have to work hard and possessed wealth and glory at birth? In that case, why don’t we let them be like ordinary descendants of aristocratic families? Whether they want to become officials, join the army, become a scholar, they are free to work hard towards their goal. Our Qi family won’t stop the descendants of the royal family from becoming officials."
Qi Xiuyuan narrowed his eyes. "Aren’t you afraid that they’ll all aim for the throne?"
Qi Haoran smiled and said, "Big Brother, how many of your sons are eyeing the throne now?"
Qi Xiuyuan was silent. This was something that he was proud of. He didn’t dare to say that he knew all six sons like the back of his hand, but he did have some understanding of their way of thinking. Now, other than Wenchen who remained steadfast in his ambition to be a good Emperor, his other five children had all kinds of ideals, mostly changing their aspirations every four to five months based on their interests at the moment. No prince had ever set their sights on their big brother’s Crown Prince position.
Seeing his brother looking at him eagerly, Qi Xiuyuan waved his hand impatiently and said, "Alright, I’ll consider this matter. Go back home and don’t be an eyesore here."
"Wait." Seeing that Qi Haoran was about to turn around and leave, Qi Xiuyuan stopped him and said thoughtfully, "I was so angry just now that I overlooked this. I vaguely heard you say that Ah Ling was the one who suggested abolishing the vassal system?"