n."Gu Jingxi's face changed, and she replied, "He is Xiu Ming's biological father."As soon as these words were spoken, it was like a thunderbolt striking down. Meng Jin Yao was stunned and her eyes wi...Meng Jin Yao watched Gu Xiu Ming's departing figure, her eyes deep and unreadable. Only when the figure disappeared from sight did she retract her gaze and turn to look at the man beside her, asking in confusion, "Husband, do you think our eldest son took something wrong today"

Gu Jingxi's face slightly stiffened, and he countered, "What do you think, madam"

Meng Jin Yao also didn't want to put on a show of being a loving mother in front of him. She narrowed her eyes slightly and said in a soft, eerie voice: "I think he either went crazy or got possessed. It's just impossible for him to truly apologize and turn over a new leaf."

Hearing this, Gu Jingxi gave her a faint glance and did not refute her words.

Meng Jin Yao asked curiously, "Husband, what do you think he's preparing to do"

Gu Jingxi fell silent for a moment before saying softly, "What he does is none of your concern as his wife. You only need to ensure he doesn't cause trouble. If he does, I will punish him myself."

Meng Jinyao nodded. As long as Gu Xiuming didn't take the initiative to cause trouble for her, she could also pretend that Gu Xiuming didn't exist. In public, she wouldn't mind acting out a play of filial piety with Gu Xiuming. She then asked, "Husband, do you believe he has truly changed"

As for this, Gu Jingxi did not comment, only saying: "Wait and see."

Meng Jinyao rolled her eyes. Maybe the old man had some faith in his son, but she didn't. She wouldn't say anything though, lest it be construed as interfering with the father-son relationship. She casually picked up the copy of "The Classic of Filial Piety" that Gu Xiuming had copied and glanced at it.

I have to say, although Gu Xiuming may not be a good person, his handwriting is really good. It's flowing and elegant, with bold strokes.

Gu Jingxi asked, "What does madam think of this"

Meng Jin Yao replied, "I never really noticed before, his handwriting is quite good-looking. The strokes seem to have a few hints of your shadow in them."

Upon hearing this, Gu Jingxi turned her head and glanced at him, replying, "When he was young, he practiced writing using my calligraphy."

Meng Jinyao nodded knowingly: "No wonder, I said how could there be your shadow."

Gu Jingxi softly hummed in response, and said warmly: "Madam, I still have something to attend to and need to go out. You don't have to wait for me for lunch. If I haven't returned by evening, you don't have to wait for me either.

Meng Jinyao nodded. "Since my husband has something to do, then go and help quickly, don't delay important matters."

After Gu Jingxi left, Ning Dong couldn't contain her distress any longer and said directly to the madam, "Madam, the young master actually apologized to you today. I feel that either he has been possessed or is scheming."

Meng Jin Yao shrugged nonchalantly: "Who cares, come what may."

Seeing her nonchalant attitude, Ning Dong frowned and said, "Madam, you can't be careless. They say one shouldn't harbor ill intentions but should always be prepared to defend oneself. Better safe than sorry, as they say. What if he appears to have changed on the surface, but is actually plotting how to deal with you"

"It's necessary to be wary of him, but at present, his motives remain unclear. Let's hold back for now," Meng Jingyao said, her face darkening and her eyes growing cold. "If he resorts to any underhanded tactics, I will not let him get away with it."

Ning Dong nodded, and after a moment, she asked curiously, "Madam, what do you think happened to him Last month he wasn't like this. How could he change so drastically in just one month"

Meng Jin Yao pondered for a moment before replying, "Perhaps after being punished several times, he lost the respect of his elders and disappointed them. Now he wants to regain their approval. Anyway, I don't believe he will truly change for the better unless he can pretend to be good for the rest of his life."

Ning Dong was stunned for a moment, then said softly: "He's better off the way he used to be."

Meng Jinyáo was stunned, her expression inscrutable as she curled the corners of her mouth into a faint smile.

Indeed, being reckless and foolish is still better. That's easier to deal with. This way, it's not so easy.

This person, having experienced many setbacks, will ultimately grow. Their scheming and cunning will also become increasingly deep.

Gu Xiuming was probably like that. Before, he was sailing smoothly. Ever since he was caught after running away from his wedding, setbacks came one after another, breaking his once-unrivaled arrogance. He learned to endure and put on a false mask.

I wonder how long Gu Xiuming can keep up this act.

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Peace Ancestral Hall.

When Old Madam Gu learned that Gu Xiuming had come, she belatedly remembered that he had been confined to his quarters for a month after the fight with Xiuwen and Chengzhang last time.

It's been a long time, and I haven't missed you much. I guess it's because I'm incredibly disappointed in this grandson of mine.

Seeing that she remained unmoved, Feng's grandmother thought to herself that Gu Xiumin was after all the Crown Prince and persuaded, "Madam, since the Crown Prince is here, wouldn't it be better for you to meet him"

Old Madam Gu said softly, "Let him come in."

Not long after, Gu Xiaming came in and bowed to Old Madam Gu.

Lady Gu looked at him, after so long she hadn't seen him, this grandson seemed to have become much more composed. It was probably because of the setbacks he had experienced. When she saw the bruise on his forehead, she was surprised and asked, "Xiuming, what happened to your forehead"

"Forehead"

Gu Xiuming reached out and touched it, as if feeling the pain. His sword eyebrows slightly wrinkled, then turned back and said: "The grandson is fine, grandmother don't worry, just now I went to father and mother's place, to pay respects to father and mother, and to apologize to mother again. Mother is kind and did not hold a grudge against her grandson, she forgave her grandson."

Madam Gu was taken aback. "You're going to apologize to Ayao"

Gu Xiuming shamefully bowed his head and said with regret, "Over the past month, my grandson has been reflecting on himself and realized that he was terribly wrong. He was disrespectful to his elders and even slandered them, which is truly humiliating. Now that his confinement period is over, he comes before his mother to plead guilty and ask for her forgiveness."

Upon hearing this, Old Madam Gu was both surprised and astonished. She never expected that her incurable grandson would have a day of repentance. The bruise on his forehead must have been caused by him kowtowing to Ah Yao as an apology. A bruise like this couldn't be from half-hearted actions; it seemed he had truly repented with sincerity.

Gu Xiuming looked up at her, then knelt down with a thud, filled with remorse: "Grandmother, in fact, your grandson still owes you an apology. You have high hopes for your grandson, but your grandson is willful and reckless, disappointing you and failing to live up to your expectations."

Having said his piece, he kowtowed three times heavily to Old Mrs. Gu.

Seeing this, Old Madam Gu hurriedly said, "Xiu Ming, what are you doing Get up quickly."

Gu Xiuming responded and slowly stood up.

Seeing that he had blood on his forehead, the result of those three loud head knocks earlier, Mrs. Gu immediately felt worried. He must be dizzy and lightheaded right now. Being her beloved grandson for so many years, she couldn't bear to see him like this. She told Feng MaMa, "Go, get some medicine and apply it to the Young Master."

Grandmother Feng responded and went down.

Mrs. Gu then looked at her grandson, who had become much more composed. The more she looked, the more satisfied she became, a kind smile appeared on her face, and she said earnestly: "Xiuming, young people inevitably make mistakes. It's good that you know your mistake. In the future, think carefully before doing anything, don't make any more foolish mistakes."in a dream to his descendants, asking them to come and visit his grave. The emperor would definitely have approved this request; otherwise, he would appear unfeeling.Before leaving Beijing, Meng Jin Y...