Cen Liying first returned to the house where she was living now. Because she came in a hurry and was returning to the capital, Qiu Chuying was extremely cautious. She did not allow any of the servants around her to take with her. She had no one to order around her. The only two little maids who accompanied her knew nothing. Although they did not try to cheat, they were also confused.
She couldn't help but frown again, thinking of the previous argument, she sighed, and asked the little girl to go to the kitchen first, take the menu, and eat the dishes on her menu in the evening.
The little girl quickly agreed to go. She sat there for a while, and when she heard that the young master had returned, she put on a smile again and re-applied her makeup and combed her hair in front of the mirror.
But the person she had been waiting for for so long was obviously in a bad mood, just like his father. He had a bad face as soon as he entered the door. He looked around and his expression was so gloomy that it seemed like water was about to drip from his face.
She awkwardly called out "Young Master" and asked everyone to leave. Then she asked, "What happened? You came back fine, why are you so grim? Did your father scold you again?"
The young man had handsome features, without a trace of greasy air. Even when he was angry, he was not as hateful as Qiu Chuying. He frowned and coughed: "It's not because of these, it's..."
He was about to say something but stopped himself. He finally swallowed the title that was on the tip of his tongue. He swallowed it back reluctantly and shouted, "Auntie, it's you, Auntie. This is too unfair. Why do you live in such a place? The side rooms on both sides are occupied by servants!"
Cen Liying couldn't help but feel bitter.
But in front of such a beautiful boy, it seemed that she could bear any grievance. She touched his head lovingly and smiled softly: "Nothing, this is in the capital, it's all for your father and you...Alie, did you go out to become a disciple today? Did everything go well?"
Qiu Lie smiled, which was rare, and there was a hint of shyness in his smile: "Well, it went smoothly. My father's colleague... Uncle Ji Shi took me there. The master treated me very politely and has agreed to accept me."
Cen Liying couldn't help but show her joy: "Really?" She laughed again: "Our young master is so outstanding, even if there is no Master Ji, Doctor Li of the Imperial College will still accept you. I heard that he has several disciples studying under him now, including the sons of the Marquis of Rongchang and the Princess of Dingbei..."
She felt very bitter again: "You are not bad either, you are the grandson of Mr. Qin..."
Qiu Lie held her hand and was speechless for a moment.
He did gain many benefits from this identity, there is no denying that.
The atmosphere in the room was not very pleasant. This room, which had been deserted for a long time, suddenly became lively. People kept knocking on the door to ask questions and to find out news.
It seemed as if she was back in the old house and Yunnan. Cen Liying sat at the table, drank a sip of tea, and smiled nonchalantly.
Qiu Lie didn't quite understand: "Why is it so lively all of a sudden? It's like returning to our hometown."
"It's all for your sake." Cen Liying laughed, looking at the servants outside who were busy moving things and sweeping the yard with contempt, and pursed her lips: "You have been living in your uncle Ji's house these days, and I have no status, so of course they can be perfunctory to me. Now that you, the eldest young master, have come to my place as soon as you came back, they have to be more attentive to me for your sake."
It wasn’t like this when I was in Yunnan.
Qiu Lie felt a little uncomfortable and asked her, "Father doesn't care?"
There is no reason. As long as Qiu Chuying shows some attitude, the people below will know which direction the wind is blowing.
But why... ... why is my aunt still having such a hard time
"Him? How could he have the mind to do that..." Cen Liying thought for a moment and was about to say something else, but then she stopped herself.
Adult quarrels are adults' business, and children don't need to be affected. She shook her head again, and seeing a little girl peeking out from outside, she asked coldly, "What's the matter?"
The little girl rushed in, looked at her, then looked at Qiu Lie, and seeing that Cen Liying was already impatient, she hurriedly said to her respectfully: "To answer your question, a guest is coming, the master has sent someone to invite the eldest young master over..."
At this time
It’s time for dinner!
Cen Liying held Qiu Lie, thought for a moment, nodded to the little girl, and then said softly: "Maybe your uncle is here, you should go quickly."
Qiu Lie couldn't help but hum.
Qin Sheng had always treated him very well and would ask him about everything.
Now that he had just returned from his teacher, it was inevitable that the Qin family would ask about him given their concern for him. However, he had not expected that Qin Sheng would value him so much and would even ask about him at this time.
He had a hidden sense of guilt, but it was quickly suppressed. He hummed and started to leave.
Cen Liying hurriedly called him back and gently reminded him: "Don't be rude to your uncle, be respectful and polite."
Qiu Lie agreed without thinking, trotted out the door, walked through the corridor and soon arrived at the study. He walked in breathlessly and greeted Qiu Chuying and Qin Sheng.
Qiu Chuying was filled with annoyance. Seeing her son like this, she subconsciously scolded him: "Why are you in such a hurry?! You behave inappropriately and your clothes are untidy. Who taught you etiquette?!"
Qiu Lie had been accustomed to his father's scolding since he was a child, so he didn't think much of it when he heard it. He just lowered his head and waited to be scolded.
Qin Sheng, on the other hand, showed some dissatisfaction on his face. He coughed softly, interrupting Qiu Chuying's scolding. He waved gently to Qiu Lie, called him over, and personally tidied his clothes and straightened his hair. He asked him kindly, "Your father is right. Your uncle is not a stranger. There is no need to be so anxious. What if he falls?"
Then he smiled and said to Qiu Chuying, "Brother-in-law, our family doesn't believe in the strict father's style. You shouldn't be too strict with the children."
Qiu Chuying wanted to laugh.
Looking around this world, which family doesn’t have a strict father and a kind mother
It’s just that the Qin family has few children, so they attach so much importance to the children. They cannot hit or touch them, and they are even afraid of melting the children by blowing on them.
But he couldn't say that on his face, he coughed and smiled at his brother-in-law: "His mother treats him very well. I'm afraid if I don't take it seriously, he will become lawless."
Qin Sheng's smile became even gentler, and he whispered to Qiu Lie: "Speaking of this, I have discussed it with your father, and I will write a letter to your hometown to bring your mother to the capital. Then we can be reunited as a family."
Qiu Lie was startled and subconsciously looked at his father.
Qiu Chuying frowned, and then he reacted. He quickly agreed and forced himself to look happy: "Mom is coming too? That's great!"