Chapter 130 - 129: Lend a Hand
Chen Afu continued, "Actually, during the past when I was ’sick,’ I would occasionally have moments of clarity. When I saw my dear parents, Alu, Dabao, and others who loved me, always there by my side, caring for me, I would feel very happy and relaxed, not fearing others’ oppression. Now, we need to make Yan feel that the outside world is just as beautiful and make her feel that her family loves her, cherishes her, and will not abandon her. Only then will she be willing to step out of her own world."
She said so to let Chu Lingxuan know the importance of constant care from loved ones to the young girl. No matter what reason their family had, they couldn’t just come and go as they pleased, leaving the girl to the servants and making her alone taste the unease and pain of being abandoned.
The way her family seemingly spoiled her, with numerous people celebrating her birthday, and the quality of her clothing and supplies, none of these exhibitionist displays had any effect on the child. The most crucial thing was regular companionship and consistent care.
Chu Lingxuan listened, and a sharp pain struck his heart. His gaze lingered on Chen Afu for a moment before he turned and walked towards the West Room; Manager Luo followed closely behind. After two steps, he signaled Chen Afu to follow.
Chen Afu was confused, slightly regretting speaking out of turn. The upper-classes were known for their capricious behavior. Acting out of kindness might even invite hostility. Reluctantly, she steeled herself and followed.
The West Room was furnished more like an intellectual lady’s living room or study. There was a row of rosewood bookcases filled with books. A large desk, shaded with carved jade, set up with the Four Treasures of the Study, and a Guqin nearby. remarkably, two small Yanzi dolls were hung on the bookcase, and a small Yanzi model sat on the writing desk.
Chu Lingxuan sat on the chair in front of the desk. The sunlight streaming in from the west window hit his back and haloed around him, casting his facial features softened by the shadows..
He raised a hand and said, "Please sit, Madam Chen." He then addressed Manager Luo, "Uncle Luo, please sit as well."