Chapter 165: Discovering a Clue

r influential families and had sunk to associating only with the wives and daughters of lower-ranking officials. Moreover, Meng Jiny Yao disliked fawning over others, so many of the ladies present wer...The Wēiruí Xiān.

Back at Weiruixuan, Meng Jinyang looked at her two maids: "Qingqiu, Ningdong, during our time in the backyard just now, did you notice anything unusual"

Ning Dong shook her head lightly, looking at her with a dazed expression, indicating she had no clue and didn't even know what she was asking.

In autumn, her thoughts were more delicate than in winter. She paid close attention to everything and noticed something amiss. She replied respectfully: "Madam, I've discovered that the young master has been putting on an act for so long, but finally revealed his true colors."

Ning Dong looked at her in astonishment and hurriedly asked, "Qing Qiu, nothing major happened just now, how did you notice something was wrong I don't feel like the Young Master has changed at all."

Meng Jin Yao said softly, "Qing Qiu is right, he did reveal a clue." She glanced at Ning Dong with a hint of reproach. "I told you to pay attention and observe the things around you before, but if you don't put in the effort, you wouldn't be able to see anything."

Ying Dong blinked innocently: "Madam, I have been staring at them this whole time, but all I saw was the eldest miss looking guilty. I didn't notice anything else."

Meng Jinyao said to Qingqiu: "Qingqiu, you come and tell her."

Qing Qiu nodded and said, "The eldest daughter beat Li's concubine. The young master was furious for the sake of a beautiful woman. He must be angry and will surely question her. However, compared to the eldest daughter, the young master has a deeper grievance with his wife. Since he can repent and treat his wife as his mother, how could he hold a grudge against the eldest daughter They are all in the past, and he should treat them equally."

Upon hearing this, Ning Dong suddenly understood: "Madam, I understand now. Young Master is pretending, and subconsciously knows who he should pretend the best in front of, so he unconsciously pretends the best in front of them. As for some unimportant people, even when Young Master is pretending, he doesn't pay much attention. However, judging by Young Master's way of handling things today, he seems much more composed than before."

Meng Jinyao glanced at her approvingly and smiled, "Our Ningshuang is still very smart, she gets it right away."

Ning Dong curled the corners of her lips into a radiant smile, then said again: "Madam, since we've confirmed that the young master is putting on a show of filial piety in front of you, we must be extra cautious and watch him closely. Who knows when he might turn against you someday."

Meng Jin Yao nodded and said, "It's necessary. The disobedient son suddenly became a filial son, I guess he is brewing a big move against me."

Ning Dong seemed thoughtful, and hesitated before asking, "Madam, should we tell the Marquis about this Perhaps it's best if he knows his true colors. Otherwise, the Marquis might believe he has truly changed and be completely trusting of him."

Meng Jinyao pursed her lips and smiled faintly: "Things I can discover, the Marquis can naturally discover as well. I have a grievance with Gu Xiuming. If I go and tell him, it would be like stirring up discord between a father and son. Let him discover it himself."

Qingqiu agreed, "My lady is right. It's best not to do this sort of thing. The Marquis and his son have shared a father-son bond for many years. The Second Madam and the Marquis have only been married for a few months. How could a few months compare to years of familial connection"

Ning Dong waved her hand dismissively: "Madam, I think you're overthinking it. The Marquis wouldn't put much thought into it."

Meng Jin Yao gently shook her head, her gaze falling on the greenery outside the window. Her eyes were deep and unfathomable, as she slowly said: "Ning Dong, the Marquis is indeed an upright person, fair in his dealings, with a noble character, and a strong sense of responsibility. In some matters, you can choose to trust him unconditionally, such as the fact that Sun conspired to harm Cheng Yu. Even the people who did the deed were borrowed from him by me."

However, some things shouldn't be taken for granted, especially matters of the heart. Thinking too much for granted and putting yourself above others can turn you into a clown. I don't think I'm more important than his son. Of course, I also don't believe he would abandon me just because of his son if I haven't done anything wrong.

Ying Dong listened silently, her mouth turned down and her head bowed.

Even Qing Qiu fell silent. She understood the young master's thoughts, but she understood his situation even more. The young master was always cautious because he had no room for recklessness. Previously, when the young master argued with the young prince, it was just a minor disagreement. Besides, the young prince had been disrespectful to the young master first. The young master was in the right. But if the young prince 'turned good', and the young master went to the Marquis and gossiped about him, saying that the young prince wasn't sincere, the Marquis would inevitably develop a grudge against the young master. Their mistress had never fought a battle without being sure of victory.

Meng Jin Yao glanced at them and said softly, "Gu Xiu Ming hasn't done anything to me yet, so I'm just being cautious. As for the rest, I won't do anything for now. If I take the initiative to confront him, with the Duke's insight, my methods will definitely be seen through. It would be like courting death."

Ning Dong nodded, her tone resolute: "Madam, in terms of forbearance, he definitely can't compare to you. You have endured the Young Master's affairs for so many years before taking action against Madam Sun. He certainly won't be able to bear it for long. When he shows his true colors, the Marquis will surely not spare him."

Meng Jin Yao chuckled, "That's right, so let's not do too many pointless things."

At this moment, there was a commotion outside. It was Gu Jingxi who had returned after dispersing the guards. The three of them immediately fell silent and ceased discussing the matter.

In a short while, the man in crimson official robes strode in. Seeing that his wife and her servant were all looking at him with such understanding, especially his little wife whose almond-shaped eyes were brimming with moisture, sparkling and bright as she stared at him expectantly, he was taken aback for a moment before curving his lips into a faint smile. "Why are you all looking at me like that"

Meng Jinyang readily replied, "It's nothing, I just heard footsteps and looked over. It really is my husband back."

Gu Jingxi was just about to reply when a maid's voice came from behind, saying that Gu Xiuming had arrived. He said in a calm voice, "Let him in."

Meng Jin Yao's face paled slightly. How could she feel that Gu Xiuming was having people guard the door and wait for her Otherwise, how could he arrive so promptly To brush up on his favorability in front of Gu Jingxi, Gu Xiuming was truly putting in effort, coming to Wei Rui Xuan as diligently as this.

Gu Xiuming has recently become studious and diligent, saying that he wants to catch up on the lessons he has fallen behind in these days. This level of diligence surprised even Gu's wife, who said she had never seen her grandson so hardworking and praised him in front of the three wives.

This time, Gu Xiuming was no exception. He still came to ask for advice and teachings from Gu Jingxi, asking if he was free. Gu Jingxi agreed and took him to the study to teach him.

When it was dinner time, Meng Jinyao saw them, father and son, coming out of the study in Wei Rui Xuan, and warmly said, "Son, why don't you stay and have dinner with us"

Gu Xiuming didn't refuse and followed her words, saying: "Alright, my son has never had dinner with his father and mother before."

Suddenly, Meng Jinyao felt like she had eaten a fly. She originally thought of saying polite words out of courtesy, but this rebellious son didn't show her any respect at all. Although she was upset, she still ordered the maid: "Go and set up the meal. The young master will stay for dinner, add another set of chopsticks."

Gu Jingxi saw that the little girl's smile was slightly strained, and her eyes were also slightly resentful. Rarely seeing the little girl look embarrassed like this, he couldn't help but curl his lips up slightly. colors, the Marquis will surely not spare him."Meng Jin Yao chuckled, "That's right, so let's not do too many pointless things."At this moment, there was a commotion outside. It was Gu Jingxi who had...