《周书·列传·卷十五》
嗣位的世子虽然幼小，中山公则像他的儿子那样亲，加上他亲自接受了太祖临终的委托，军国大事，理所当然应该归他掌理。 说的时候言语神色严厉，众人都被震惊了。
嗣子虽幼，而中山公亲则犹子，兼受顾托，军国之事，理须归之。 辞色抗厉，众皆悚动。
The heir to the throne, although young, is as dear to the Duke of Zhongshan as his own son. Having also personally received the late emperor's deathbed appointment, state and military matters ought naturally be committed to his care. When he spoke these words, his tone and expression were harsh, and all present were stunned.