Fifteen years have passed since the winter turned to spring in Shengjing City.

The hustle and bustle on the streets are even more vibrant than before.

In these fifteen years, the Emperor has diligently governed, never once negligent.

As a result, the seas are calm, and the rivers are serene; the world is at peace.

The people live and work in harmony.

The hustle has spread from Shengjing City to the hunting grounds in the suburbs.

At this moment, members of the Royal Family and civil and military ministers have been enjoying the chase for several days.

Banners are flying, and there is a clamor of voices.

The much-anticipated autumn hunt has arrived once more.

All members of the Imperial Family in Shengjing City, aristocratic heirs, and civil and military officials have gathered here.

Some watch, and others participate.

The Emperor stands on the specially constructed viewing platform, looking extraordinarily vigorous.

Fifteen years have passed, yet he seems almost untouched by the passage of time.

Instead, he exudes more of the charm of a mature man.

In his black satin robe embroidered with golden dragons, he appears even more imposing.

His figure has not succumbed to the bulk or obesity of passing years.

Just as before, he remains tall and straight.

Seated beside him, Lin Wanyi seems equally ethereal.

Though having held her high position for many years,

and not having a single person in the harem to cause her worry,

she has nurtured just a touch of a maiden’s grace.

Standing alongside the Second Princess and Third Princess, they appear almost like sisters.

It’s hard to tell her exact age.

If not for the few adorable little ones standing before her,

calling Lin Wanyi "Grand Empress Dowager" with sweet voices,

ordinary people might not realize she has reached thirty-five years of age.

With a "bang," all eyes on the viewing platform turn to the grassland not far away.

The finest young men of the Capital City gather, naturally evoking envy in everyone.

The children standing in front of Lin Wanyi suddenly become exuberant.

Pointing to some place, they shout loudly.

"Grand Empress Dowager, look! Father is there!"

Calling Lin Wanyi Grand Empress Dowager are naturally the two daughters and one son of the Second Prince.

They are six, four, and one year old, respectively.

Their appearance and temperament are very similar to the Second Prince, yet they have a sense of affluence he lacked in his youth.

Clearly, they have been raised well and loved dearly.

Following the direction of the children’s fingers, Lin Wanyi spots the Second Prince, who has long since come of age.

Now, he is the Han King, governing Yunzhou.

His looks haven’t changed much from when he was young.

But his aura has deepened significantly.

He has the noble and elegant demeanor of a Prince.

Ever since marrying the Su Family’s Daughter seven years ago, he has been deeply in love.

Thus, they have had children one after another.

Standing at the second position to Lin Wanyi’s right is the former Su Family’s Daughter, now the Han Prince Consort.

A truly virtuous and graceful lady.

Although her looks aren’t striking, her warm and courteous demeanor is unforgettable.

"I see him, I see him."

Lin Wanyi, shielding the glaring sun with her fan, smiles as she looks at the Han King not far away.

Her heart is filled with emotion.

After the Second Prince left the palace to establish a residence at the age of ten and married at sixteen, he went north to Yunzhou to become the Han King.

Now it’s time for his debriefing, so he brought his wife and children to the Capital City.

Reuniting with family.

Initially, the Han Prince Consort and the three children were a bit apprehensive before meeting Lin Wanyi.

Wondering if the Imperial Concubine, who had long been favored, would be difficult to get along with.

The result.

Upon their first meeting, they were warmed by her friendliness and kindness.

Especially the three children.

In less than half an hour, they were calling out "Grand Empress Dowager" eagerly.

Which thoroughly delighted Lin Wanyi.

For this Royal Autumn Hunt, they specifically brought them along.

Firstly, to witness the grandeur of the Royal Family, and secondly, to use the opportunity to further strengthen family bonds.

As a result, the three children stayed close to Lin Wanyi.

Leaving the recently married Second Princess and the unmarried Third Princess to be "squeezed out."

Seeing much of her "affection" taken by the few children,

the Second Princess playfully pouted and said,

"Hualing, Second Aunt has nowhere to stand, won’t you make room?"

Addressed, Princess Hualing is the eldest legitimate daughter of the Han King.

Also, the Emperor and Lin Wanyi’s first granddaughter.

Hence, she has grown cherished, receiving immense love.

Charming and adorable, with an open expression.

With a smile, she retorts to the Second Princess,

"Did Second Aunt get fed too well by Second Uncle after marriage, is that why there’s no room? Hualing sees that Third Aunt is perfectly steady in the same spot, hee hee."

Upon hearing this, the Second Princess immediately turns to look at her Third Sister beside her.

Indeed, she stands gracefully like a fairy under the moonlight.

Remarkably similar to the elegance of Lin Wanyi’s youth.

In contrast, the Second Princess is highlighted as a resplendent peony.

Hence, with a laugh, the Second Princess gently taps Hualing’s nose.

Jokingly saying,

"You little rascal."

Lin Wanyi gazes at Hualing with indulgence, her eyes full of love.

The Emperor, watching their mother-daughter and grandmother-grandchild banter and play, remains silent, yet with eyes smiling.

While they were still conversing, they soon heard the viewing platform below stir again.

A loud voice proclaimed,

"His Highness the Crown Prince has arrived."

From a distance, five riders on five horses galloped forward.

The one leading is, of course, the Crown Prince, who just turned seventeen.

The youthful innocence largely faded from his face, sharpening his features.

Tall and well-built, he resembles the Emperor quite a bit.

As he rides and whips his horse, he appears mighty.

With a "whoa," from afar to near.

He soon stopped amidst the crowd.

The horse beneath him, a golden Ferghana Horse,

With powerful limbs, its blood vessels seem to pulse as it runs.

Thus,

Even in a dense crowd, he is immediately noticeable.

This prized horse was a special tribute from the Western Tribes.

It’s the only one in all of Da Wei.

And was gifted by the Emperor as a seventeenth birthday present to the Crown Prince.

No civil or military officials had any objections.

After all, the Crown Prince is the future master they will serve.

And they all hold him in utmost admiration.

Since the age of ten, the Crown Prince has been accompanying the Emperor to morning courts.

Initially, he quietly listened to the ministers’ reports and the Emperor’s decisions.

Gradually, he began to occasionally express his views at appropriate moments.

Though young, his strategies are remarkably astute.

Especially with the company of Zeng Konghou, he’s cultivated a calm and composed demeanor.

Thus, since he began assisting in regency two years ago,

Several significant deeds have been carried out, earning immense praise from the people.

Hence, among the ministers, there is none without reverence.

More so, many await the day the Crown Prince ascends the throne.

But they know, the current Emperor is only forty-four years old.

So it’s still some time away from him departing this world.

"Second Brother, how about we brothers have a good race later?"