Chapter 886: Chapter 722: Utterly Coldhearted
Gu Chengyu stood up, "I havenât met Yao Fengmin, so I canât judge. Whether heâs ruthless or just pretending to be wise, theyâre all cruel and malicious. Iâm going to visit the teacherâs residence and see them. Are you coming, Senior Brother?"
Indeed, if Yao Fengmin has been enduring silently, plotting something to inherit the title smoothly.
But after all these years of enduring, still turning a blind eye to his suffering sister, how ruthless is that? How much resilience must he have? Such a person is terrifying indeed.
Furthermore, he has no affection for his sister, so Yao Mengxianâs marriage canât rely on her brother.
"Alright! Letâs go together!" Initially, Yin Kun wanted Gu Chengyi to stay for dinner, but considering Gu Chengyuâs eloquence, it was better to let him try to persuade the teacher and the teacherâs wife.
Moreover, since Gu Chengyu always has ideas, maybe heâll think of a good way to comfort the elderly couple.
"Mr. Gu! Youâve returned. I pay my respects to Lord Yin."
As Gu Chengyu and the others just entered Liang Mansion, Steward Liang came up to greet them.
Seeing Steward Liangâs worried expression, Gu Chengyu could tell it was due to concern for the teacherâs health!
"Steward Liang, how has the teacherâs health been these few days?" Gu Chengyu couldnât bother with small talk and walked straight to the main courtyard.
"Ah! The other day, the doctor came by and said the masterâs mood is troubled and his health is not good. These days, the master hasnât been interested in food or drink. Now that youâre here with Lord Yin, you must encourage the master, as health is the priority!"
Steward Liang, an old hand in the mansion, knew the master was upset over Missâs matters, but the master and the old lady are old, and they canât handle such stress.
"Yes!" Gu Chengyu nodded, taking the tray from the hands of the maid heading into the main house, which contained a bowl of steaming herbal medicine.
"Give it to me!"
"Oh dear! Old man, itâs Bo Wei and Jinyu who have come." Mrs. Ning, upon hearing the voice, turned to see it was Gu Chengyu and Yin Kun who had arrived.
She hurriedly informed the listless Liang Zhirui lying in bed.
Gu Chengyu quickly approached, "Madam! How is the teacherâs illness? Has his health improved?"
He placed the medicine bowl on the table and leaned close to the bed.
Perhaps due to recent lack of appetite, Liang Zhiruiâs complexion looked poor, and combined with his worried expression, he appeared more aged than before.
Gu Chengyuâs nose tingled, "Teacher! Whatâs happened to you? Thereâs a solution to every problem, why not ease your mind?"
Liang Zhirui heard Gu Chengyuâs return and quickly opened his eyes, forcing himself to sit up.
"Jinyu! Youâre back, itâs good youâre back." Seeing Gu Chengyu, Liang Zhirui miraculously relaxed.
Gu Chengyu stopped Liang Zhiruiâs movement, "Teacher should stay lying down! Itâs said youâve been unruly lately, refusing medicine and not eating properly. Youâre worrying Senior Brother and Madam like ants on a hot pot."
Gu Chengyu held Liang Zhiruiâs hands, unable to resist scolding softly.
Recognizing the concern in Gu Chengyuâs words, a smile appeared on Liang Zhiruiâs face.
"Donât listen to their nonsense, itâs just the cold weather making me feel chilly, with poor appetite." Liang Zhirui still struggled to sit up.
Gu Chengyu promptly brought over a pillow for him to lean on, then brought the medicine bowl from the table.
"Since youâre not feeling well, listen to the doctor. Drink the medicine quickly, so your health can recover soon."
Gu Chengyu delivered the medicine to Liang Zhiruiâs mouth, and he sipped his dry lips before eventually finishing the medicine relying on Gu Chengyuâs hand.
Mrs. Ning and Yin Kun both breathed a sigh of relief, having tried persuading for days but Liang Zhirui wouldnât listen.
Unexpectedly, upon Gu Chengyuâs return, the old man became cooperative.
"You really need your young disciple to attend to you. Youâve really troubled Bo Wei and Ping Shun lately. I reckon youâre getting more foolish with age, overly sentimental."
Mrs. Ning felt exhausted caring for Liang Zhirui these past days, compounded by her worries, making her utterly worn out.
Liang Zhirui sighed, "Youâve all worked hard these days; itâs my fault. It was last time at Duke Zhenâs Mansion that angered me."
He cast apologetic glances at Yin Kun and his wife.
He just couldnât get over the hurdle in his heart back then, but now with Gu Chengyu returned, thereâs another mind for resolutions.
"Teacher, as long as your health is fine. From now on, donât neglect your health; itâs too fragile. Just like Jinyu said, thereâs a solution to every problem, and the priority should be solving Xianâs issue. For her, you should really take care of yourself."
Yin Kun also stepped up to offer comforting words, gazing at the white-haired elder, feeling a pang of sadness.
The once spirited Chief Minister Liang had become a candle in the wind.
Apparently, the visit to Duke Zhenâs Mansion dealt a harsh blow to the teacher.
"Iâve already discussed Xianâs matter with Jinyu. Heâll come up with a solution." Yin Kun didnât hesitate to put Gu Chengyu on the spot, winking at him despite his surprised gaze.
"Itâs not the flatterers that bother me, Iâve seen through their nature long ago and theyâre not worth my fury."
Liang Zhirui handed the empty medicine bowl to Mrs. Ning, and Gu Chengyu felt reassured seeing him not as dejected as before.
Perhaps having realized something, deciding to rise from the ashes.
"What angers me is that unfilial son; I never expected my eldest daughter to give birth to such a thing, utterly heartless!"
As Liang Zhirui spoke fervently, he breathed heavily, pressing his hand against his chest to calm.
Gu Chengyu suddenly understood, it was because of Yao Mengxianâs brother Yao Fengmin.
"Itâs bad enough that Xian is his own sister, yet he cruelly pushes her into the fire pit, is that even human?"
Liang Zhirui slightly closed his eyes, recalling what Yao Fengmin said that day, feeling infuriated.
The kid claimed that Prince Jing, being a prince, would grant Xian endless wealth and glory once married.
Even if Prince Jing is ambitious, wouldnât that be better? Xian then has a chance to be the Empress.
The entire Duke Mansion would benefit, making him an Imperial Uncle, gaining unmatched status.
These were Yao Fengminâs words, leaving Liang Zhirui speechless.
"Why doesnât Yao Fengmin consider, if Xian truly...." Liang Zhirui paused, not finishing the thought.
"If Prince Jing fails, how could Xian fare well?"
Liang Zhiruiâs gaze shifted between Yin Kun and Gu Chengyu, then he closed his eyes to ponder.
Gu Chengyu glanced at the teacher, "Teacher, you might be unaware, but I suspect Duke Zhenâs Mansion has secretly aligned with Prince Jing Mansion."