Chapter 719 - 349 Different Ideas_3
He didn’t dare to tell his grandfather or his mother about this matter.
In Liang Yiqian’s case, his behavior wasn’t out of the ordinary at the time, as many officials engaged in similar actions. However, within the Liang Family, known for its upstanding reputation, no man would do such a thing; at most, they might take a maid into their home or accept a concubine.
Thinking about his mother, Lady Cui, Liang Jinzhao’s eyes began to redden. She worried over him when he was young, fearing every day that his illness would take his life and the household would fall to others. Later, when he recovered and made achievements, he brought her honor. Yet she made mistakes and was humiliated by the Empress Dowager, disliked by her in-laws. Then her family was eradicated, leaving her with the stain of being a traitor’s daughter. Following that, her husband grew distant, humiliating her in public... This string of blows wilted her spirit and crushed the pride she once had.
The main courtyard was silent; Lady Cui sat on the kang bed by the north window, lost in thought. Seeing her son arrive, a smile broke across her face as she pulled him to sit beside her.
Looking at his slightly flushed face, she said, "Have you just returned from the Crown Prince Mansion?" She then loudly instructed someone to prepare a soup to sober him up.
Mother and son spoke softly, deliberately avoiding the topic of Liang Yiqian, mainly talking about Liang Jinzhao’s childhood and the preparations for Liang Jinyu’s wedding. When the conversation turned joyful, they both laughed out loud.
It was quite late when Liang Jinzhao took his leave.
Sister Huang, who came to assist Lady Cui with her bath, commented with a smile, "The Princely Heir is so filial; he knows you’re not in good spirits and came to keep you company."
Sighing, Lady Cui said, "Indeed, if it were not for the two children, there really wouldn’t be much for me to be attached to in this mansion..."