Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 886 - 722: Utterly Coldhearted

Gu Chengyu stood up, "I haven’t met Yao Fengmin, so I can’t judge. Whether he’s ruthless or just pretending to be wise, they’re all cruel and malicious. I’m going to visit the teacher’s residence and see them. Are you coming, Senior Brother?"

Indeed, if Yao Fengmin has been enduring silently, plotting something to inherit the title smoothly.

But after all these years of enduring, still turning a blind eye to his suffering sister, how ruthless is that? How much resilience must he have? Such a person is terrifying indeed.

Furthermore, he has no affection for his sister, so Yao Mengxian’s marriage can’t rely on her brother.

"Alright! Let’s go together!" Initially, Yin Kun wanted Gu Chengyi to stay for dinner, but considering Gu Chengyu’s eloquence, it was better to let him try to persuade the teacher and the teacher’s wife.

Moreover, since Gu Chengyu always has ideas, maybe he’ll think of a good way to comfort the elderly couple.

"Mr. Gu! You’ve returned. I pay my respects to Lord Yin."

As Gu Chengyu and the others just entered Liang Mansion, Steward Liang came up to greet them.

Seeing Steward Liang’s worried expression, Gu Chengyu could tell it was due to concern for the teacher’s health!

"Steward Liang, how has the teacher’s health been these few days?" Gu Chengyu couldn’t bother with small talk and walked straight to the main courtyard.

"Ah! The other day, the doctor came by and said the master’s mood is troubled and his health is not good. These days, the master hasn’t been interested in food or drink. Now that you’re here with Lord Yin, you must encourage the master, as health is the priority!"

Steward Liang, an old hand in the mansion, knew the master was upset over Miss’s matters, but the master and the old lady are old, and they can’t handle such stress.

"Yes!" Gu Chengyu nodded, taking the tray from the hands of the maid heading into the main house, which contained a bowl of steaming herbal medicine.

"Give it to me!"

"Oh dear! Old man, it’s Bo Wei and Jinyu who have come." Mrs. Ning, upon hearing the voice, turned to see it was Gu Chengyu and Yin Kun who had arrived.

She hurriedly informed the listless Liang Zhirui lying in bed.

Gu Chengyu quickly approached, "Madam! How is the teacher’s illness? Has his health improved?"

He placed the medicine bowl on the table and leaned close to the bed.

Perhaps due to recent lack of appetite, Liang Zhirui’s complexion looked poor, and combined with his worried expression, he appeared more aged than before.

Gu Chengyu’s nose tingled, "Teacher! What’s happened to you? There’s a solution to every problem, why not ease your mind?"

Liang Zhirui heard Gu Chengyu’s return and quickly opened his eyes, forcing himself to sit up.

"Jinyu! You’re back, it’s good you’re back." Seeing Gu Chengyu, Liang Zhirui miraculously relaxed.

Gu Chengyu stopped Liang Zhirui’s movement, "Teacher should stay lying down! It’s said you’ve been unruly lately, refusing medicine and not eating properly. You’re worrying Senior Brother and Madam like ants on a hot pot."

Gu Chengyu held Liang Zhirui’s hands, unable to resist scolding softly.

Recognizing the concern in Gu Chengyu’s words, a smile appeared on Liang Zhirui’s face.

"Don’t listen to their nonsense, it’s just the cold weather making me feel chilly, with poor appetite." Liang Zhirui still struggled to sit up.

Gu Chengyu promptly brought over a pillow for him to lean on, then brought the medicine bowl from the table.

"Since you’re not feeling well, listen to the doctor. Drink the medicine quickly, so your health can recover soon."

Gu Chengyu delivered the medicine to Liang Zhirui’s mouth, and he sipped his dry lips before eventually finishing the medicine relying on Gu Chengyu’s hand.

Mrs. Ning and Yin Kun both breathed a sigh of relief, having tried persuading for days but Liang Zhirui wouldn’t listen.

Unexpectedly, upon Gu Chengyu’s return, the old man became cooperative.

"You really need your young disciple to attend to you. You’ve really troubled Bo Wei and Ping Shun lately. I reckon you’re getting more foolish with age, overly sentimental."

Mrs. Ning felt exhausted caring for Liang Zhirui these past days, compounded by her worries, making her utterly worn out.

Liang Zhirui sighed, "You’ve all worked hard these days; it’s my fault. It was last time at Duke Zhen’s Mansion that angered me."

He cast apologetic glances at Yin Kun and his wife.

He just couldn’t get over the hurdle in his heart back then, but now with Gu Chengyu returned, there’s another mind for resolutions.

"Teacher, as long as your health is fine. From now on, don’t neglect your health; it’s too fragile. Just like Jinyu said, there’s a solution to every problem, and the priority should be solving Xian’s issue. For her, you should really take care of yourself."

Yin Kun also stepped up to offer comforting words, gazing at the white-haired elder, feeling a pang of sadness.

The once spirited Chief Minister Liang had become a candle in the wind.

Apparently, the visit to Duke Zhen’s Mansion dealt a harsh blow to the teacher.

"I’ve already discussed Xian’s matter with Jinyu. He’ll come up with a solution." Yin Kun didn’t hesitate to put Gu Chengyu on the spot, winking at him despite his surprised gaze.

"It’s not the flatterers that bother me, I’ve seen through their nature long ago and they’re not worth my fury."

Liang Zhirui handed the empty medicine bowl to Mrs. Ning, and Gu Chengyu felt reassured seeing him not as dejected as before.

Perhaps having realized something, deciding to rise from the ashes.

"What angers me is that unfilial son; I never expected my eldest daughter to give birth to such a thing, utterly heartless!"

As Liang Zhirui spoke fervently, he breathed heavily, pressing his hand against his chest to calm.

Gu Chengyu suddenly understood, it was because of Yao Mengxian’s brother Yao Fengmin.

"It’s bad enough that Xian is his own sister, yet he cruelly pushes her into the fire pit, is that even human?"

Liang Zhirui slightly closed his eyes, recalling what Yao Fengmin said that day, feeling infuriated.

The kid claimed that Prince Jing, being a prince, would grant Xian endless wealth and glory once married.

Even if Prince Jing is ambitious, wouldn’t that be better? Xian then has a chance to be the Empress.

The entire Duke Mansion would benefit, making him an Imperial Uncle, gaining unmatched status.

These were Yao Fengmin’s words, leaving Liang Zhirui speechless.

"Why doesn’t Yao Fengmin consider, if Xian truly...." Liang Zhirui paused, not finishing the thought.

"If Prince Jing fails, how could Xian fare well?"

Liang Zhirui’s gaze shifted between Yin Kun and Gu Chengyu, then he closed his eyes to ponder.

Gu Chengyu glanced at the teacher, "Teacher, you might be unaware, but I suspect Duke Zhen’s Mansion has secretly aligned with Prince Jing Mansion."