Unlike other children who cling to their mothers asking for sweets, he is burdened with the affairs of state, having to cater to the whims of numerous ministers...
They underestimate him because he is young, unaware that he has all their actions and intentions in view.
He can discern who is being perfunctory and who genuinely cares for him. He keeps it all in mind.
"Your Majesty, you must not speak like this."
Su Pan'er interjected quickly, looking around before lowering her voice to continue.
"Your Majesty, Young Mister Qin staged a forceful coup that precipitated the late emperor's passing. Even though he now sits on the throne, his position remains unstable and he doesn't have popular support. You must not indulge in such defeative talk."
"I am not being defeatist. I am merely stating the hard truth."