ebookland Chapter 179 The Villainous Female Supporting Character's Mind Was Read 34
Chapter 179 The Villainous Female Supporting Character's Mind Was Read 34
After Gu Yanli left with Ma Lugui, Lin Shuwan took Old Madam Lin's arm, and the two slowly walked towards the inner courtyard.
"Grandmother, why do you think the Emperor would seek him out?"
"His Majesty has his own considerations, and it's not appropriate for Grandmother to speculate too much. However, Grandmother thinks that Gu An is probably alright, and who knows, he might even have a great opportunity."
"A great opportunity?"
Madam Lin avoided the topic and instead asked, "Wanwan, what is your opinion of Gu An?"
"Huh? Grandmother, what's your opinion?" Lin Shuwan didn't react for a moment.
Madam Lin didn't mince words: "Do you like it?"
In front of her grandmother, the original owner always spoke her mind.
Lin Shuwan replied directly, "I like it."
After saying that, she counted on her fingers and explained, "He's smart and good-looking. Even if he doesn't do anything, just looking at him every day makes me feel comfortable. Don't you think so, Grandmother?"
"You're just like your aunt, you've always liked handsome guys since you were little." Old Madam Lin chuckled, tapping Lin Shuwan's nose without refuting.
After all, she only kept Gu An at the Lin residence because she knew Wanwan would like him.
"Hehe, and he can't beat me either, Grandmother. What do you think about him living in our mansion as a son-in-law from now on?" Lin Shuwan nuzzled against Old Madam Lin and asked deliberately.
“If it were before, Grandmother would naturally not have objected if he had agreed, but after today, we can no longer bring it up.” Old Madam Lin sighed softly.
I was just trying to find a good home for Wanwan, but I never expected to encounter such a coincidence.
It was fate.
"Grandmother, why is this happening again?" Lin Shuwan pretended not to know.
"You will know the reason in a few days. But let me ask you, if he intends to marry you in the future, would you be willing?"
"I'll have to think about it. If he agrees to continue living in our house, I'll be willing," Lin Shuwan said coquettishly. "I want to stay by my grandmother's side forever."
"Oh, I never thought an old woman like me would have such charm?" Old Madam Lin joked.
"Of course, Grandmother is still as beautiful as ever, a truly stunning woman."
"Hahaha." Old Madam Lin was so amused that she stopped worrying about it.
Never mind, children and grandchildren have their own blessings.
If Wanwan really wants to marry Gu An in the future, their Zhenguo Duke's Mansion will be her support and backing.
If you don't want to, that's even better; after all, the royal court isn't exactly a pleasant place.
I just hope that Gu An is reasonable and understanding, and won't force things.
*
After bidding farewell to Madam Lin, Lin Shuwan returned to her own courtyard.
(Seven Seven, let's see how far they've progressed in their family reunion.)
Okay~
……
"This humble subject greets Your Majesty, may Your Majesty reign forever..."
Inside the Qianqing Palace, Gu Yanli was pulled back by Emperor Chengping before he could fully kneel down.
"No need for formalities, my child, you should call me Father Emperor." Emperor Chengping's words were slightly fervent.
"This humble subject is filled with trepidation." Although his guess came true, Gu Yanli felt no joy whatsoever.
The emperor, though a son, had been a slave for over a decade. Had he not stood before Emperor Chengping through the palace examination, Emperor Chengping might never have discovered this fact in his entire life.
What's the use of being so fervent now, since the original body is no longer here?
It is truly tragic and lamentable.
Emperor Chengping patted Gu Yanli's hand and asked, "Do you have a red mole on your right chest?"
When Emperor Chengping was overjoyed to have a son, he changed the clothes of the young crown prince just like an ordinary person, and thus remembered this characteristic.
“Yes, but among millions of people in the world, it’s not uncommon for someone to have a red mole on their right chest,” Gu Yanli struggled to say.
"But you resemble your mother by seven parts and me by three parts. These combined are quite unusual."
"Moreover, the family that adopted you still has half of a longevity lock that was cut off, which was the one that was originally worn by you."
A fierce glint flashed in Emperor Chengping's eyes: "They obtained your longevity lock, yet they sold you for money. It's truly hateful."
That family originally had no children, and after finding Gu Yanli, they took good care of him for a period of time.
Later, that family had a son, and they began to plan for him with all their heart.
Although the longevity lock on Gu Yanli's body was made of pure gold, it was not very heavy because it was for a child.
They were planning to use the gold to support their son's education and buy land in the future, so they felt it wasn't enough.
It happened to be a year of famine, and the harvest was poor. The family thought Gu Yanli ate too much, so they simply sold him.
Gu Yanli is good-looking, so he can fetch a good price.
The money from selling them will allow my son to eat meat for a few more days, so it's a profitable deal.
"I see." Gu Yanli nodded.
The original owner was still young at the time and didn't have a deep impression of her adoptive parents.
I only vaguely remember that every time my adoptive father went to the county empty-handed, he would always bring back some food and supplies.
"In that case, my son, would you be willing to call me Father?" Emperor Chengping looked at Gu Yanli with expectant eyes.
Now that things had come to this, Gu Yanli had no choice but to accept this identity, and immediately put on a look of filial piety: "Father Emperor."
"Alright, alright, alright. Tomorrow, no, I will issue an edict to announce to the world that my crown prince has returned."
Emperor Chengping was delighted, and then explained: "At that time, we will say that you were sent to Taiqing Temple along with the youngest son of the Duke of Cheng due to health reasons, and that you need to be raised until you reach adulthood before the world will know about it."
For the sake of royal dignity, these private matters were not to be known to the world.
"It makes sense that you are acquainted with him and are even fellow disciples."
Emperor Chengping then said, "Now that you have returned to the palace, according to your age, you are the fifth among the princes. The princes after you will be ranked lower."
"It's entirely up to Father Emperor to decide." Gu Yanli cupped his hands, then stood up, feigning difficulty, "But..."
"My son, if you have any further questions, please speak freely." Having acknowledged his beloved son, Emperor Chengping's paternal love found its place, and he wished he could offer him everything.
Gu Yanli glanced at Emperor Chengping, gritted his teeth, and said, "Father, do you know why I ended up in the countryside?"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Chengping sighed.
It's his fault too.
He was too arrogant back then, thinking that as the emperor, he had the ability to protect his wife and child.
Gu Yanli was named Crown Prince immediately after his birth.
Unexpectedly, this became their death warrant.
"This matter is somewhat complicated. Let your mother's maid explain it to you in detail."
After he finished speaking, a limping old woman was brought in.
After the ceremony, having received the imperial decree, Granny Li was able to look up and see Gu Yanli's face.
With just one glance, tears streamed down her face uncontrollably. Her lips trembled as she knelt heavily before Gu Yanli once more: "Your Highness, it is this old servant who has wronged you."
Gu Yanli quickly pulled her up: "Please rise, Granny. Could you tell me about what happened back then?"
"This old servant obeys the decree, regarding this matter..."