Having received the master's enlightenment and guidance, Marquis Anping had a clearer direction and a more defined mind.
After he returned home, he locked himself up again, only allowing food to be delivered to his door and refusing to let anyone in.
Madam Su was worried that her son was ill and that delaying treatment would cause him to miss the best time for treatment, so she sent someone to invite Marquis Anping to come over.
Marquis Anping never dared to disobey his mother, and he had to listen to whatever she said. So, he obediently ran out again, not to play, but to listen to Madam Su's teachings.
He knew that his behavior seemed strange to others, including his mother, so he was very self-aware and knew that he had indeed done poorly. His attitude in admitting his mistakes was very sincere, without any pretense.
“Mother, you’re overthinking it. I’m just feeling a little down and nothing to worry about! I’m not sick at all! Look at me, I’m all rosy-cheeked, I don’t look sick at all! Don’t listen to those gossipy people, don’t think so badly of me! I just want to calm down, I’ll be fine in a few days, you don’t need to worry too much!”
"Hmph! Knowing I'm worried, you still lock yourself up! Look at you, you practically float when you walk, and you still have the nerve to say you're glowing! I heard from the servants that you haven't been eating properly, are you just full from drinking air? If I'd known you had this skill, I wouldn't have spent so much effort raising you back then! What a waste of all my hard work!"
“Mother’s words are right! I will definitely change! I never thought about starving myself or anything like that, Mother, please don’t listen to me. I just wanted to starve myself to stay awake! If I eat too much, I’ll just want to be sleepy and collapse in bed! How will I have the energy to think about anything? I’ve realized my mistake now and I will definitely eat properly, so Mother doesn’t need to worry.”
"That's for the best! I don't have the energy to manage you. You're a grown adult, you should know what you should and shouldn't do! Okay, I'm tired, go do whatever you need to do!"
"Then I'll be going now! Mother, please take good care of yourself. I'll come to see you again later!"
Madam Su waved her hand, signaling Marquis Anping to leave; she couldn't be bothered to see him anymore.
All they do is talk the talk!
I don't know if they even listened to me!
snort!
Don't think she doesn't know what that bastard is doing!
Xi Xi's matter is no small thing. She knows what's going on. This son isn't very useful, so she won't tell him!
That's outrageous! What good is that?!
It's one thing to spoil those concubines and illegitimate daughters on a regular basis—which household doesn't have those kinds of things? But if he doesn't know his place and isn't capable of controlling everything, then that's his fault!
The trouble started with myself; only now do I dare to believe it. I was such a fool!
Fortunately, it's not too late. I've come to my senses. Now it's up to me to decide what to do next!
Madam Su already has a plan to get rid of her concubines; those who are useless or have malicious intentions will be sold off one by one under various pretexts!
Otherwise, you never know whose weapon you might become next!
There's no point in keeping someone who betrays you and repays kindness with enmity!
"grandmother!"
"Which mischievous monkey is shouting about?"
"Grandma! I have great news! I've booked a private room! We can go out for hot pot tonight! There's nothing better than hot pot when it's cold!"
"Oh?! You actually got them? That's great! We've been waiting for this for so long, it's finally our turn! What clothes should we wear tonight?"
"Grandma, it's just cold outside, but it's actually very warm inside. Let's dress modestly. It's our first time eating here, so we might not be familiar with the place and might get our clothes dirty!"
“We’ve eaten here several times already, so it shouldn’t be, right? But it’s not unreasonable. If we’re not familiar with the place, we’ll just do it the way Lin-ge does!”
It was quite some time later when Marquis Anping learned that his elderly mother, wife, and children had gone out for hot pot.
He felt once again that he had been forgotten!
Those people did it on purpose!
I'm so angry!
You didn't even invite him to the hot pot dinner!
Such a good thing, how could we miss out on it!
He had also heard that it was extremely difficult to get a spot in that store; money couldn't buy you one!
He missed another great opportunity to eat something delicious!
Even when they returned, his face was full of sorrow, but it couldn't change the reality; they shut him up with just one sentence.
"If you need some peace and quiet, try to avoid crowded places. Those places really aren't suitable for you!"
What could he say?
Does that mean he doesn't want some peace and quiet anymore?
But since things have come to this, I might as well just look at them with resentment, hoping that they'll feel more guilty and remember to take me with them next time!
He overestimated himself!
Sigh, another complete defeat!
After a full meal, who would be in the mood to keep him company in the cold wind?
The old mother has already told everyone to go home, so why would he say no?
His legs aren't strong enough to withstand a beating yet!
All I could do was watch them leave so gracefully, and then take a deep sniff of the lingering fragrance in the air!
Mmm, it smells like hot pot!
He was so tempted!
He also became smarter, making people keep a close eye on his elderly mother, wife, and children, and report any news or disturbances so that he could know what was happening in the manor at all times!
Hmm, that's a good slogan. The development of the prefecture does indeed need his attention; it's his responsibility!
But that wasn't his ultimate goal; rather, he couldn't miss out on the next delicious meal!
What he did might sound a bit unpleasant, but as long as it worked, that was fine.
Because he really did catch the opportunity to eat something delicious next time.
No one could shake him off anymore, so he felt at ease and self-righteous, and strode after them with his head held high.
When they arrived at the place to eat, he didn't care whether others paid attention to him or not. As long as there was food, he was happy to go along for a meal!
My family's attitude has been like this for a long time, and I don't expect it to change overnight, so nothing else matters!
Eating is the most important thing!
It's better to ignore him; he won't have to talk and will eat more!
Marquis Anping went along for a meal with that mindset.
Without a doubt, he was the one who ate the most and was completely absorbed in the food!
While eating, I kept thinking, "How come I never discovered such a delicious restaurant before?"
He remembered it, and from now on, whenever he has free time and feels a craving, he'll bring his friends over for a good meal.
It's a little pricey, but that's not a problem!
Isn't the point of life to be happy?
If his Xixi were still here, he would definitely bring her here secretly, and he would order whatever Xixi wanted to eat, until she was satisfied!
His investigation was gradually making progress, and he felt that the day he would see Xixi was not far off.
The master said that if fate allows, they will meet again. His father-daughter bond with Xixi is not over yet, and there will still be a chance for them to meet again!
However, what does the master mean by saying "we will not recognize each other when we meet again"?
Does Xixi hate him and refuse to acknowledge him?
"Grandma, next time let's eat at the Hexi Restaurant, which isn't far across the street!"
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