Chapter 68 Backer
Huo Hou was reminded. Seeing Huo Siyuan's face turn ugly, he immediately urged him with a worried tone:
"Wei Yuan is right. You can't escape the reward from the palace. Don't just stand here. Come into the house quickly. Mother is waiting to see you two children."
Huo Siyuan didn't get what he wanted, and he was angry. He smiled stiffly before entering the room.
But when they passed by Liang Weiyuan, none of them could hide the malice in their eyes.
In the main hall.
The old lady sat upright in the main seat, holding onto the rosewood armrests, her headband pressing down her silver hair, revealing a pair of eyes that were cloudy but shrewd despite having experienced the vicissitudes of life.
Led by Marquis Huo, the whole family came in and bowed politely.
The old lady could still see the expressions of several people clearly.
Yu's proud expression, Huo Siyuan's seemingly filial face, and Liang Shanyu's pretentious stroking of her belly.
"Everyone, get up."
The old lady's voice was full of vicissitudes, and her first gaze fell on Huo Siyuan, "Siyuan has done a great job in protecting the emperor this time. He is the face of the Marquis' Mansion. Well done."
Huo Siyuan's lips suddenly curled up.
But before he could feel proud, the old lady's eyes turned sharp, she lowered her voice, stroked her Buddhist beads and said sternly: "It's just that you are too impetuous."
"Although you have achieved success this time, you must remember not to be arrogant or complacent, and do not seek rewards for your kindness. And do not use the title of Crown Prince to do things in the future."
At the end of her speech, the old lady's tone became noticeably heavier, and the atmosphere in the hall became slightly tense.
Yu pinched her handkerchief secretly in hatred.
This old immortal has always been partial to Huo Jin and that evil creature, because he is afraid that her Siyuan will marry the prince and seize the throne.
Huo Siyuan clenched his back teeth.
He was born with a handsome face like Yu, but now his face looked a little distorted because of the forced smile.
He pursed his lips into a stiff arc and said, "Grandson understands. I will remember my grandmother's teachings and will not let down the love of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and His Majesty."
He's already married to the prince, and yet the old lady still lectures him in a pretentious tone! Does she really think he's made of clay?
But it doesn’t matter. The old man won’t live for many more years. What’s the harm in being partial to the eldest brother?
With the Crown Prince as his backer, he will be the only one who can be the heir to the Marquisate.
Thinking of this, Huo Siyuan's expression became better, and he snorted in disdain in his heart.
"Shanyu, this child." The old lady turned to Liang Shanyu, her eyes fell on her lower abdomen, and nodded.
"Being pregnant is a good thing." She slightly emphasized the word "good thing". "However, the rules of the Marquisate must not be forgotten. Staying within the boundaries is the way to be a mother."
Liang Shanyu lowered her eyelids to hide the impatience that flashed across her eyes, and replied, "Yes, granddaughter-in-law understands."
Her fingers unconsciously clenched the hem of her skirt.
This old lady was clearly spreading rumors before she was punished! Did she really think she was pregnant with the great-grandson of the Marquisate and was afraid of this old thing?
This life is different from the previous one!
Several people appeared respectful on the surface.
But the old lady only narrowed her bright eyes and took in all their expressions.
Seeing this, Yu Shi hurriedly stepped forward, revealing a gentle expression: "Mother is right. Shanyu is young and ignorant. With your guidance, she will definitely become a virtuous and good daughter-in-law in the future."
"Siyuan is the same. He gets carried away right after making a contribution. I need my mother to give him more advice."
The old lady snorted, shook her head slightly, and said no more.
"Okay, okay, today is a rare happy day, so let's stop talking about this."
Marquis Huo was unaware of this. After the old lady finished speaking, he rubbed his hand, which was decorated with a jade ring, and shouted out with great joy, "The kitchen has heated up the dishes several times. Hurry and serve them up. Let's have a good meal together and celebrate."
Liang Weiyuan stood aside, her stone-blue jacket seemingly out of tune with the bustling surroundings, but her elegant and noble demeanor made it hard to ignore her.
When the old lady saw her, a smile appeared in her eyes. "Weiyuan, how was your meeting today?"
"Grandma, my husband is in better spirits today. When he came here, he asked his daughter-in-law to give you his regards." Liang Weiyuan raised her eyes and replied, with a genuine and delicate smile on her lips.
"This child is thoughtful." The old lady chuckled and said kindly, "Let him have a good rest. I'm relieved that you, Weiyuan, are taking care of the affairs in the mansion."
Such an obvious difference in attitude made Yu and Huo Siyuan's faces change slightly.
Liang Shanyu clenched her fists even tighter, her nails almost digging into her palms.
Only Marquis Huo was completely unaware and was busy asking the servants to set the table, looking very happy.
"Come to think of it, hasn't the emperor regained consciousness? In that case, why not postpone the emperor's meal?"
Yu suddenly spoke, her tone caring, leaving everyone stunned for a moment.
She looked at Liang Weiyuan and said with just the right amount of sympathy, "A complete family reunion is what we call a happy one."
"That's right. It's not good to stay in the courtyard all day to recuperate. It would be better to come to the audience and feel the warmth of home."
Huo Hou agreed, not forgetting to ask the old lady, "What do you think, mother?"
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