Upon hearing Prince Chu eagerly praise his youngest son, the Emperor felt both gratified and amused.
"Father, the smooth resolution of the northern locust plague is all thanks to my tenth brother; you must properly reward him." Prince Chu believed the Emperor should not overlook Zhao Yao's merit just because he disliked him.
Knowing the implication behind Prince Chu's words, the Emperor replied, "I have already rewarded him."
Prince Chu did not inquire further about what the Emperor had bestowed upon Zhao Yao. "Then the tenth brother will certainly be very happy."
The Emperor remarked, "You truly show concern for him."
"As his elder brother, it is only right for me to care about him."
The Emperor glanced at Prince Chu and praised him: "You're doing very well." Afterward, he asked, "How's the second brother faring in the northern territories?"
