The Fourth Prince was furious, yet he did not dare vent it, because he feared death. He already understood that the person before him was the one who had destroyed Guiye Kingdom, unified this region, and established the Yellow Springs Kingdom.
Seeing that her son was unharmed, Mei Zhangshu revealed a captivating smile. "Zu'er! Come and greet your stepfather. He is an exceedingly powerful and charming man. You must listen to him from now on; it will bring you great benefits!"
These words nearly made the Fourth Prince explode with rage. Not only had this man injured him, but he had also destroyed Guiye Kingdom and killed his biological father—yet now his mother was telling him to call this man father.
However, no matter how furious the Fourth Prince was, when he considered his circumstances and his future, he forcibly suppressed his anger, put on a fawning smile, and called out, "Father!"
Zhao Fu gave a light laugh. "You needn't call me that. Also, I'm sparing you this once for your mother's sake. If you violate Great Qin's laws in the future, no one will be able to save you."
Hearing that Zhao Fu was letting him go, the Fourth Prince said in delighted surprise, "Yes, yes, yes!"
At this moment, even if he had been told to call him father a hundred times, a thousand times, he would have been more than willing. He rejoiced that his little life had been spared.
Zhao Fu withdrew his gaze and, looking at the alluring beautiful woman in his arms, reminded her, "I've given him one chance. How he performs from now on is up to him. If anything happens, don't blame me."
Mei Zhangshu smiled in understanding. "Husband! Don't worry. I'll make sure to discipline him properly from now on and