Chapter 411 - 230: Taking Command in a Crisis_1
Old man Qian waved his hand with a smile and said, "Jinwa, don’t think that Great-grandpa doesn’t understand. I’ve heard that an official can only request an imperial decree for his mother and wife, not even for his grandmother, let alone for Great-grandma."
Qian Yeejin spoke seriously, "Laws are not beyond the compass of human feelings. Once I hold a high position, I will request a title for Great-grandma and my sister, since my grandma and my mother already have titles requested by my father."
Old woman Qian’s eyes brimmed with tears of excitement as she took Qian Yeejin’s hands and said, "Good child, Great-grandma hasn’t doted on you for nothing. Whether you can request it or not, Great-grandma will remember your kindness."
Lady Tang couldn’t help interjecting, "Anyone can talk big. De Wa, go tell your great-grandma that when you grow up, you will pluck the moon and stars for Great-grandma."
Qian Yide, who was sitting on a small stool next to Qian Yijin and sucking his fingers while eyeing the delicious food on the table, suddenly heard Grandma calling him and looked up blankly at Lady Tang.
Qian Manhe, unable to contain his irritation, admonished Lady Tang, "Mother, what are you talking nonsense for?"
Old woman Qian was so angry that she scolded, "You wasteful wretch, not only are you lazy, but you also have a foul mouth. Keep talking nonsense, and you can get out."
Wan Dazhong said to Old woman Qian with a hearty laugh, "Grandma Qian, just like Jinwa said, you should live well. Once Jinwa makes something of himself, you will indeed enjoy his great fortune. The moon and stars are of no use once plucked, but the respect Jinwa will show you may be something no one else can give."
Lady Tang pursed her lips and dared not speak again.
Old woman Qian nodded her head in joy, her mouth twisted into a smile, "Good, good, I’ll be waiting." Taking Wan Dazhong’s hand, she added, "Once Jinwa becomes successful, I also want him to help my son-in-law. If he forgets, I’ll remind him."
Wan Dazhong laughed and said, "Good, I’ll remember, and you mustn’t forget to remind him."