Jinrong was not too worried about the Emperor being suspicious of him, just like he had told Han Yanhui, if the Emperor harbored suspicions, he wouldn't stay in the Mechanical Workshop.
Even if we take the worst-case scenario, and the Emperor is wary of him, things at least need to be addressed openly. Things remain unclear if not spoken.
At the moment, Jinrong frowned and said, "Imperial Father, you have been leaving the palace too frequently. Such a major event happened in August, and it's only recently been quelled. If anyone with ill intentions is monitoring your movements, you're putting yourself in danger."
The Emperor did not expect Jinrong to bring this up first. Although his tone was filled with reproach, the concern was evident.
He said lightly, "What do you think my trusted aides and guards are for? The capital is at the feet of the Son of Heaven. If I can be in danger even while moving around the capital..."
