161: Arrogant request

The Arctic Prawn, the main course, died with its eyes wide open.

To ensure they could talk properly afterward, Tu Nan quickly ate this dish, which was worth two of her, not giving anyone a chance to comment.

That's right, the market price for this shrimp was well over 100,000 Karu.

"I have something to consult you about regarding the Children's future education." Tu Nan grabbed a napkin, wiped her mouth, and politely asked Miss Gu, "Do you mind if we step out for a moment?"

This was a very polite hint, meaning Tu Nan only wanted the two Male Beasts to participate in the upcoming conversation.

Gu Lvhai reluctantly glanced at Hain a few more times, sighed inwardly, and nodded.

She had to respect Hain, yes, be a unique Female from Sea Soul Star. Besides, it was about the Children's education... she couldn't interject for now anyway.

Tu Nan, Kong Jiamu, and Hain took their seats in the study.

The main event of the evening finally began.

"Why so serious?" Kong Jiamu asked, puzzled.

Tu Nan then looked at him first.

"You are Ao Ao's teacher; you know his situation very well."

Kong Jiamu nodded... Shadow Shuttle Talent, future S-rank; of course, he knew his disciple.

Tu Nan offered a faint smile, tilting her head towards Hain.

"Why do you think Ao Ao deserves such a teacher?"

Hain was taken aback.

Wasn't it because he got along with that rather cute little guy? Kong Jiamu just acted on impulse like that.

But since Pearl asked this way... "You ask this, is Ao Ao's situation the same as Miao Miao's?" He realized.

Tu Nan showed a smug smile.

"That's right, he's also S-rank. Since he chose to trust me with this information, I must, of course, shoulder my responsibility as a mother and cultivate him well."

Love and trust are mutual; no wonder Tu Nan treated this child no differently from her own.

"My disciple has a good mind and is very capable of choosing his own path." Peacock was also quite satisfied. This child, at such a young age, thought deeply and had good luck. Joining the military was very suitable.

In a dozen years, the entire defense line would be much easier.

Hain, however, thought they should pay more attention, but there was no rush; he could remind Tu Nan later.

But at the same time, he also thought that Tu Nan's trust in Kong Jiamu was no less than her trust in him.

Yet, he gently lowered his eyes, comforting himself that it didn't matter. In comparison, Miao Miao was, after all, her biological daughter... Did this mean that Tu Nan ultimately trusted him more?

On the contrary, Kong Jiamu was still unhappy when he thought of Miao Miao.

"Alright! Miao Miao's Talent, fire? Why didn't you let me teach her? You let someone who plays with water teach someone who plays with fire?"

Tu Nan didn't want to provoke too obvious a conflict between the two of them. She appeased Peacock, "Isn't it precisely because I know you can teach that I'm giving the Children an extra layer of protection?" She gently said to Hain, "Lord Hain, perhaps you could also offer some guidance to Ao Ao when you have the chance, how about it?"

Hain straightened his expression and agreed.

Tu Nan continued directly.

"I have two S-rank Children by my side; you now know that I cannot emphasize their education enough."

Naturally, the two Male Beasts nodded.

"If I hadn't met you, I wouldn't easily dare to let others know about their Talent."

Tu Nan appeared worried.

This was precisely the case; possessing a treasure made one a target, and the Children were too young. Who knew what kind of covetousness they might face?

"Alas... indeed."

Kong Jiamu felt a pang of sympathy; two S-rank Children were indeed too enviable.

Tu Nan's eyes, full of eagerness, fixed on him.

"You mentioned that you wanted to take Ao Ao to see His Majesty if you had the chance."

Kong Jiamu understood. He burst out laughing, mocking his lovely Pearl's caution.

"What, are you saying you want me to bring Miao Miao along too? What's so difficult about that...?" Not to mention Miao Miao is also a little Genius; just him going before His Majesty and saying he wants to marry a Female and wants to bring her family to pay respects to His Majesty would be enough to fulfill her small wish.

Tu Nan, of course, couldn't let him continue; she knew Hain would absolutely not be happy to hear the next sentence.

"No! What I want to propose is a request that will make you both difficult!"

Tu Nan fully drew the attention of both Male Beasts to herself, then spoke slowly, word by word.

"I want to ask you to let me personally meet His Majesty. As soon as possible."

Not just Kong Jiamu, even Hain was stunned.

Weren't they just talking about the Children?

Curious?

The gears of the plan meshed perfectly, one by one, and Tu Nan was pushing it forward.

"What I am about to say is very treasonous and also very arrogant."

Tu Nan wanted to package her intentions as incredibly reasonable. She began by explaining the origin of her thoughts, simultaneously preparing them mentally.

"That day, I heard your story, you, Kong Jiamu. You, Hain."

"Your families, one with prestige, one with wealth. But even so, two future S-ranks, still chose to go to His Majesty's side at a young age. Why?"

Tu Nan narrowed her eyes, as if seeing the young boys from over a decade ago through their current selves.

"You both had obstacles that your past selves couldn't overcome, didn't you?"

She saw very clearly.

The two Male Beasts remained silent.

"Even families like yours have such troubles, let alone my Two Children? What can I give them, hmm?"

Tu Nan suddenly rose from the sofa, one hand on her chest, the other pulling at her skirt. She deeply crouched down, bowing sincerely.

"I have wronged you." She gave a bitter smile.

"You must be thinking that the Children already have educators like you... yet I'm still not satisfied, still presumptuously wishing for them to go a step higher."

Tu Nan bit her lip.

"But ever since I learned that His Majesty could raise you both to be so outstanding, my heart could no longer be restrained. Go ahead and mock me, but recently, I've constantly been thinking about letting the Children be like you."

"...I dream of them having such good fortune."

Kong Jiamu was indeed a little uncomfortable; he felt that Pearl had belittled him.

But, comparing him to His Majesty? How could he compare to His Majesty... He then felt that this was already praising him?

Hain, on the other hand, pondered it and a slight smile played on his lips.

"Miao Miao is my goddaughter; if she can be recognized as a student by His Majesty, it's her good fortune." His identity wouldn't conflict. If it really happened, he felt there was nothing wrong with it.

Tu Nan's eyes suddenly brightened, and she cast a grateful look at Hain.

Kong Jiamu was displeased.

"Then I'll also take Ao Ao as my godson, and then just send them both to His Majesty to teach."

...Tu Nan remained calm. What? You're already arranging work for His Majesty?

After settling the matter of the Two Children, the focus returned to Tu Nan.

"So, you want to see His Majesty..." Hain asked.

Tu Nan was very firm.

"Hearing is not as good as seeing; I want to personally investigate."

This was an absolutely earth-shattering statement!

"Investigate His Majesty!" Kong Jiamu stood up directly, grabbed Tu Nan's arm, and frowned.

"What nonsense are you talking about?"

"Shouldn't I?" Tu Nan was fearless, looking up at him. "You told me that His Majesty is just and tolerant."

"Then I ask you, they are only this tiny now, unlike you who were at least in your teenage years back then. As a mother, how can I not take responsibility for them?"

"I am going to see the monarch they will pledge allegiance to in the future." Tu Nan declared emphatically.

"I am not only a mother but also a subject under his protection. I want to offer him my most precious treasures, but I want to see him first... May I? I await His Majesty's answer."

His Majesty would see her.

Kong Jiamu and Hain both had the same premonition.