The Prime Minister’s Darling-Chapter 457 - : 231 Becoming a Father (Second update)

Chapter 457: 231 Becoming a Father (Second update)

In the Marquis Residence’s Flower Hall, the old lady Gu was entertaining a guest from the Ling family, her sister-in-law, the old lady Ling.

Once they reached their age, they rarely mingled around, handing over duties to their sons and daughters-in-law. Without guessing, one knew a significant matter prompted the lady Ling’s visit.

“You’re his grandmother, what decision couldn’t you make for him? I’m aware that the Ling family was wrong; we did not educate this illegitimate daughter properly, yet you, grand aunt, also came from Ling’s family and could demand such grace and nobility…”

Old lady Ling immediately started with all the sugar-coated flattery leaving old lady Gu in a quandary.

But indeed, old lady Gu truly had no say in Gu Changqing’s marriage, in fact, she could hardly make decisions in all matters concerning him.

Old lady Ling was quite open-minded. Had she taken a liking to Gu Chengfeng or Gu Chenglin, old lady Gu could have easily agreed to their marriages.

At first, lady Gu wanted her son’s input, but the Marquis Gu had just been punished by his father; at this moment, he was still in pain, how would he dare cross his father to interfere with Changqing’s marriage?

The Marquis Gu then sent Huang Zhong to find his father.

Huang Zhong came back swiftly with a rushed look and a loss for words.

Old lady Gu asked: “Where’s the master?”

Huang Zhong awkwardly replied, “The master… the master said he has important matters to attend to, he can’t come at the moment!”

Old lady Ling was so angered that she almost stormed out!

He had already left his position, so what urgent matters could he possibly have? It’s clear he was avoiding the Ling family on purpose!

“When my brother-in-law had not yet established his own home, you married into a lower family, yet now the Gu family repays the Ling family like this!” Having said this coldly, the old lady Ling turned to leave.

Old lady Gu felt guilty and hurriedly pulled her hand, “Sister-in-law, do not be angry. How about… we go ask Changqing directly, if he agrees personally, the master surely will not object!”

Hearing this, old lady Ling felt it was feasible, thus they both proceeded to Gu Changqing’s courtyard.

Who would have thought that they’d have a wasted trip? Gu Changqing wasn’t at home!

Old lady Gu’s face darkened, “He’s messing around! He’s still injured! He left the residence?!”

Gu Changqing promised Gu Yan last month that he would teach him horseriding. Today was the day they agreed upon.

Ignoring his injuries, Gu Changqing insisted on leaving the residence.

He rode his precious breed of horse to Bishui Alley.

Gu Yan had tactfully asked the Yao Family’s stance; they opposed him riding a horse, afraid that a fall could lead to a heart attack. Hence, Gu Yan didn’t mention this to the family.

After school, Gu Yan waited at the courtyard gate. Although he was inside, he kept sticking his small head out, looking left and right, and then quickly retracting his head, resembling a little quail.

As soon as Gu Changqing arrived at Bishui Alley, he saw his own little quail with a tuft of hair sticking out of his head, looking rather foolish.

All of a sudden, Gu Changqing’s mood brightened.

He spurred his horse to start.

Gu Yan heard the oncoming horseshoe sounds, and stepped across the threshold with a delighted look in his eyes.

Gu Changqing stopped his horse in front of him and reached out his hand.

Gu Yan placed his hand into Changqing’s.

Gu Changqing’s hand was broad and calloused from years of martial arts. Gu Yan’s hand was slightly smaller, slender and fair. Although he shoveled chicken manure everyday while working for Xiaojingkong, he hadn’t formed any callouses.

Soft and tender.

Gu Changqing was afraid that if he weren’t careful, he’d break his hand.

He lessened his grip, carefully pulled him up the horse, and had him sit in front of him.

As soon as Gu Yan sat down, he realized something was off. He looked down and asked, “Huh? Changed your saddle?”

“Mhm, didn’t you say it was uncomfortable?” Gu Changqing responded.

“I… didn’t say that,” Gu Yan said with wide, serious eyes.

Although he hadn’t complained verbally, his constant shifting while sitting betrayed his discomfort. Gu Changqing wasn’t foolish; he had the saddle changed once he noticed this.

“Would you dislike it?” Gu Yan asked.

Gu Changqing replied, “No.”

If you like it, I like it too.

Gu Yan chuckled and pressed him to hurry up. “Quick, quick, quick! Don’t let my mother notice! Otherwise, I won’t be able to leave!”

The Yao Family, who had already noticed: “…”

Gu Changqing tightened the reins, nodded respectfully at the Yao family from a distance, indicating that he would look after Gu Yan properly and safely bring him back home.

Seeing how clingy her son was to Gu Changqing, Yao Family felt mixed emotions.

Her son had always wanted an older brother. Now they had one, but it was the person who had hurt him when he was young. If he found out the truth, she wasn’t sure how he would cope.

“Giddy-up!”

Gu Yan sat in front of Gu Changqing, both his hands gripping the reins, repeatedly commanding “giddy-up”.

In reality, it was Gu Changqing controlling the horse.

Gu Yan still thought he was particularly good at horse riding.

Seeing his smug and excited demeanor, Gu Changqing couldn’t help but chuckle.

His laughter was low and rich, particularly pleasant in the bustling downtown.

Gu Yan looked back at him.

“What’s up?” Gu Changqing asked.

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The joy still hadn’t faded from his face.

Gu Yan was dazzled by this grin and said solemnly, “You have a beautiful laugh.”

Gu Changqing didn’t laugh much, probably a trait he inherited from the old Marquis. No one knew how radiant and heartwarming his smile was.

His martial arts skills and youthful achievements had been praised, but never his smiling face.

Gu Changqing was momentarily speechless.

Luckily, Gu Yan’s attention was quickly drawn back to the steed, and he began to focus on his “horse riding” again: “Go, go, go! Faster, faster! Oh no, there’s someone! Slow down, slow down!”

Gu Changqing clenched his thin, strong legs around the horse’s belly, using the strength in his legs to convey the pace to the horse.

This horse had been with Gu Changqing since it was a foal, and the tacit understanding between the two was beyond words.

It was a mature warhorse now. Its hooves were meant for trampling enemies, but these days it was relegated to entertaining a child.

The horse was distressed, but it remained silent.

Gu Yan played wildly all the way, his back drenched from sweat.

Not wanting him to get tired, Gu Changqing suggested, “Shall we rest for a bit?”

“Are you tired?” Gu Yan looked back at him, his face expressing ‘I’m not tired at all’.

Gu Changqing couldn’t help but smile, softly answered, “Mhm, I’m tired.”

“Alas, alright! Let’s rest a bit then.” Gu Yan pulled on the reins, “Stop, donkey——”

Horse: I’m a horse!

Gu Changqing’s horse didn’t need such commands.

The horse didn’t stop, it wouldn’t admit it was a donkey.

Getting anxious, Gu Yan inquired, “It’s supposed to be like this, right? Donkey— donkey—” He called out twice, “Why isn’t it working?”

Gu Changqing nudged the horse’s stirrups, sending a warning to the old steed.

Reluctantly, the horse halted.

There happened to be a restaurant nearby, the renowned Xianhe Building in the Capital City.

Legend has it that a crane once flew in, resting peacefully on the eaves of the building before finally leaving. Though the crane flew away, its good luck stayed. Anyone who dined at Xianhe Building would be blessed with good luck and fortune!

Of course, this was just a gimmick for the business, but with some daring to hype it and others daring to believe it, countless customers dined at Xianhe Building every day.

The two of them were lucky; a private room upstairs had just been vacated.

“About…the price of the private room…” The waiter sheepishly made an expensive gesture.

If Gu Chengfeng spent a few hundred taels of silver on a meal, he’d probably be killed by Gu Changqing. Yet when Gu Yan wanted to eat, Gu Changqing readily agreed and paid the high price.

The double standards of the Gu Family had roots!

The two of them entered the private room and ordered a table of dishes.

Gu Yan hadn’t eaten, so he was quite hungry. He enthusiastically began to eat.

Gu Changqing was still recovering from his injury and due to the long, bumpy ride while exposed to the chilly wind, he really didn’t feel like eating.

Gu Yan offered him food: “You should eat too!”

Gu Changqing picked up his chopsticks: “Okay.”

As they ate, a loud burst of laughter suddenly came from the next room.

Gu Changqing scrunched his eyebrows in confusion.

That laughter…why did it sound familiar?

In the next room, the old Marquis and Gu Jiao were toasting and drinking heavily.

After the incident with little Monk Jing Kong, Gu Jiao deeply realized she couldn’t handle her liquor, so she drank tea instead of wine.

The old Marquis couldn’t replace wine with tea; he was genuinely drinking till he was drunk.

He was mainly elated today for getting to know such a powerful little brother!

From then on, he, Gu Chao, also had a brother in the Jianghu!

The old Marquis, leaning on the table, drunkenly said to Gu Jiao, “Brother…You…don’t worry…My…son… is like…your…son…I…I…will make sure…he respects…you… If you point east…he can’t go west…If you point south…he can’t go north! If…he dares…not to call you..father…I’ll whip him!”