What does it matter that Prince Jing is his biological father? What does it matter that he is wealthy? What does it matter that he can procure so many fine things?
In her darling’s heart, the ones he cherishes the most are still her and the old man.
It was only at this moment that Mrs. He realized that what she had always wanted was actually quite simple, as long as she held a place in her child’s heart, that was enough.
"Dad and Mom are of such an age now, we are old, and there’s no use supplementing our health. Since these are all fine items, you should eat them yourself," Xiaojiu should eat plenty, and grow taller, which would make him look better!" No one knew that although Mrs. He’s face wore a smile, inside, her heart was filled with melancholy.
The items were indeed good, but unfortunately, they were not gifts from her; she and the old man likely couldn’t give their child such things in this lifetime!
Ye Jiu objected, "Mom’s not old at all, it’s just that these years have been so exhausting, which is why you seem tired. Look at the matriarchs from the large households, they maintain themselves so well that they look like they’re in their thirties or forties even at the age of fifty or sixty," Mom should take care of her health and then you will get younger and younger. Xiaojiu still wants Mom to have a good health and stay with Xiaojiu for a long time."
At that moment, Ye Gaosheng also noticed, "Right, right! If you hadn’t mentioned it, little sister, I wouldn’t have noticed, but Dad and Mom seem to have grown much younger these past few days!
Instantly, Mrs. He was reminded of the soup Ye Jiu brought her that night.
And truly, ever since drinking that soup, she and the old man had a thorough cleanse of their stomachs the following day, and they’ve felt much more relaxed ever since. Even the wrinkles on their faces have faded compared to before.
Yet, Mrs. He kept her sweetness in her heart, responding with modesty on her lips, "What’s all this about getting younger or not? I’ve always been ."
"No, Mom, haven’t you noticed? The wrinkles on your face used to be so deep they could trap mosquitoes, but these past few days, they’ve clearly faded a lot..."
Before Ye Gaosheng could finish his sentence, Mrs. He kicked him on the butt, "You’re an adult, and you still can’t speak properly. Shut your stinking mouth!"
Qingyue covered her mouth, full of laughter, and stepped forward, "Mom, Fourth Brother isn’t very articulate. Please don’t hold it against him."
Ye Gaosheng, holding the spot where Mrs. He had kicked him, complained, "Mom, I’m all grown up now, can’t you let me save some face in front of Qingyue and little sister? Besides, I wasn’t talking nonsense!"
This time, Ye Gaosheng had the foresight to quickly run away with Qingyue after speaking, leaving Mrs. He to grasp at thin air, as she was about to continue her discipline.
It wasn’t until they were outside the small courtyard that Ye Gaosheng stopped, looking at Qingyue rather embarrassingly, and explained, "Qingyue, Mom’s temper is a bit fiery, don’t mind her, okay?"
Qingyue laughed, "Fourth Brother was actually trying to cheer Mom up just now, weren’t you?"
Mrs. He thought she was hiding it well, but the disappointment in her eyes was evident to everyone present.
Even though Ye Gaosheng and Qingyue did not know why she was disappointed.
"So you noticed!" Ye Gaosheng thought he had done quite well, "Mom is very fond of Xiaojiu and would do anything for him. This time, with Prince Jing suddenly sending so many things, it’s inevitable that Mom would feel a bit down. I just wanted to cheer her up a little."
Qingyue had never known family affection, and her previous dedication to the lady and young master was based more on the sentiments of loyalty and gratitude.
Right now, although she couldn’t quite grasp Ye Gaosheng’s emotions, she understood them in her heart.
Ye Gaosheng was a very filial person, following Mrs. He’s words thoroughly, but that didn’t interfere with their own lives.