Chapter 616 - Chapter 616: Chapter Six Hundred and Twenty-Two (1/2)
Chapter 616: Chapter Six Hundred and Twenty-Two
Hearing that Su Wenyue had stayed alone in her room for so long without coming out, Brother Xing grew increasingly worried. Although Mother had instructed him, he also knew that actions should depend on the situation. He wasn’t a person of foolish filial piety. After some thought, he couldn’t restrain himself and headed towards the main house. He didn’t know what that woman had said, but he couldn’t let Mother worry alone. If he went over, at least someone could offer Mother some comfort.
“Eldest Young Master.” Aunt Li and Zhai Li first paid their respects to Brother Xing, their faces showing reverence. Although Brother Xing was young, he was no ordinary child. Not to mention that Brother Xing was General’s eldest son, Brother Xing’s own abilities and intelligence were enough to warrant their serious attention.
“Has Mother been alone inside the whole time? Has there been any movement?” Brother Xing asked with a nod, his voice revealing his concern.
“Madam has been inside all this time, and she won’t let the old servant attend to her. It’s been almost two hours now, and we don’t know how Madam is.”
Brother Xing heard Aunt Li’s reply, but he didn’t say anything. Instead, he turned his gaze to Zhai Li, “Uncle Zhai, did Dad send you back? Is what that woman said true?”
Zhai Li, upon hearing this, did not answer, but looked towards Aunt Li and Shu Xiang. Although they were Madam’s confidants, the matter was of great importance. Not a single piece of information could be revealed, or it might greatly affect the overall situation.
Seeing Zhai Li act this way, Brother Xing instructed Aunt Li and Shu Xiang, “You all may leave first. I have things to discuss with Uncle Zhai.”
After seeing Aunt Li and Shu Xiang withdraw, Brother Xing continued, “Uncle Zhai, now that we’re alone, you can speak the truth. Rest assured, although I’m young, I understand what’s important. This conversation won’t go beyond my ears. Only if I know the truth can I figure out how to comfort Mother.”
Time had passed, and Brother Xing’s mind was already filled with many ideas and plans. If Zhai Li hadn’t come, Brother Xing would have had to consider other options. Now that Zhai Li had arrived, he could get accurate information from him and then persuade Su Wenyue, influencing her thoughts and emotions.
Zhai Li, listening to Brother Xing’s words, sighed inwardly at the boy’s maturity beyond his years. Indeed, he seemed like no child at all. If one were to overlook Brother Xing’s age, he would be just like an adult, and Brother Xing even carried an authoritative presence reminiscent of an elder.
“Please rest assured, Eldest Young Master. Master’s feelings for Madam have never changed. He values Madam more than anything. It’s just that due to the overall situation, some sacrifices had to be made, but these have not crossed Madam’s bottom line. It’s only that outsiders don’t know the situation and thus misunderstand,” Zhai Li reassured.
“Then why didn’t Dad come back himself?” Brother Xing was not easily fooled. Although he somewhat trusted Zhai Mo, Zhai Mo’s loyalty was to his father, and his first duty was to ensure Mother’s interests. Brother Xing immediately challenged, “If Dad truly cares for Mother as much as Zhai Mo says, he should come himself, not send a subordinate. This not only shows a lack of sincerity but could it be that he is detained by some urgent matter?”
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Eldest Young Master is so astute. Truly worthy of being General’s son, Zhai Li thought, his face showing even greater respect, “It’s not that General isn’t coming back. It’s just that he’s involved in a very important matter that will affect the overall situation, and his presence is necessary. Therefore, General has sent me back first, worried that Madam, after hearing rumors, might become anxious and do something foolish. As for the truth of the matter, I ask that Eldest Young Master not reveal it to Madam just yet. General wants to explain it to Madam personally.”