si-mexico Chapter 128 Kneeling in the Ancestral Hall
Chapter 128 Kneeling in the Ancestral Hall
Although the real decision maker was Fu Yansheng, everyone present knew that if it weren't for Ling Zhiyun, things could have been much simpler and wouldn't have had so many twists and turns.
Ling Zhiyun knew very well that she owed Ling Mohui too much, and could not help but lower her head in front of everyone, feeling filled with guilt.
However, when she thought that Fu Yansheng's final choice was to stand on her side, all her self-blame and anxiety seemed to have found an outlet for release.
She straightened her back and walked towards Ling Mohui step by step, with sincerity and gratitude flashing in her eyes: "Sister, thank you so much!"
"If you want to thank someone, then thank my ignorant son. Alas, when a child grows up, it is really beyond the control of the mother. This saying is absolutely true!"
When Ling Mohui said this, everyone in the room was shocked. Everyone looked at each other, and for a moment, the air seemed to freeze.
All eyes present unconsciously turned to Fu Yansheng standing aside.
He frowned slightly, and gently touched his forehead with his slender fingers. There was a hint of helplessness in his eyes, as if silently telling Ling Mohui that her mind might not be clear at the moment.
Ling's mother's eyes instantly turned red and tears flowed like a fountain.
"It's all my fault. I agreed to the marriage on a whim, which caused Mohui to suffer so much injustice and torment!"
The mother's self-blame surged out like a river bursting its dam, full of pain and regret.
Father Ling was heartbroken when he saw this. He said in a calm and unquestionable tone, "It is the greatest blessing for people to return safely. We can deal with the rest after we get home. Take your time. We have plenty of time."
Everyone gathered back to the spacious hall. Just as they were preparing to take their seats and adjust their mood, Ling Mohui's voice rang out again, cold and firm, "Since the rebellious son doesn't know how to be filial, don't let him stay with you. Punish him to kneel in the ancestral hall and reflect on his mistakes."
As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the entire hall suddenly dropped to freezing point.
You have to know that he is the powerful Prime Minister - Fu Yansheng.
Who has the courage, and who can really make him kneel in the ancestral temple?
And it was the Ling family's ancestral hall! Isn't this a huge joke?
In the crowd, some people were secretly angry but did not dare to speak out, while others were afraid that this proposal would be seriously implemented.
After all, no one dared to offend Fu Yansheng's status and power easily.
Ling Mohui straightened her back, raised her chin slightly, and her eyes flashed with a challenging light: "Why, father's words are no longer effective now?"
Seeing this, Ling Chuyun hurried forward to smooth things over, and said to Fu Yansheng with concern: "Brother-in-law, you also know that my sister is not in a good mental state right now, so don't bother with her."
Fu Yansheng was unexpectedly calm and patient. His voice was low and gentle. "I have done her wrong. It is only natural for me to kneel in the ancestral hall."
These words made everyone present, except Ling Mohui, gasp involuntarily.
Upon seeing this, Father Ling quickly ordered the housekeeper beside him: "Hurry up and tell the ancestors that this is my son-in-law of the Ling family, not an outsider, and ask them to be more tolerant."
The butler took the order and hurriedly chased in the direction of the ancestral hall.
At this time, Ling's mother stopped Ling Mohui who was about to leave and reminded her softly, "Mohui, I heard that when you were in trouble, your mother-in-law Zhang would go to the temple every day to burn incense and pray for blessings. Don't forget to thank her when you go home."
Although some of Fu Yansheng's behaviors are hard to accept, Zhang, as a mother-in-law, cares for Ling Mohui meticulously and impeccably.
Ling Mohui blinked her eyes when she heard this, with an innocent smile on her face, "Mom, you are joking again. Zhang and I are just book friends. How can she be my mother-in-law?"
Her acting skills were so superb that she almost fooled everyone present.
Ling's mother looked at her daughter's pretentious appearance, tears welled up in her eyes and almost burst out again.
Seeing her mother's expression, Ling Mohui couldn't help but feel sad: "Dad, Mom, I'm a little tired. I want to go back to my room and rest first."
Seeing this, Mrs. Ding quickly stood up and gently took Ling Mohui's arm: "I will accompany my sister back to her room, Dad and Mom, don't worry."
Ling Zhiyun spoke up at this moment, her face full of worry: "But, my brother-in-law is still kneeling in the ancestral hall! Are we just going to leave him alone?"
Obviously, her mind was all on Fu Yansheng.
However, the people around seemed not to have heard Ling Zhiyun's words. They each found an excuse and dispersed.
In the general's mansion, everyone knew tacitly that it was certain that Fu Yansheng had harmed his original wife because of Ling Zhiyun.
Since he himself asked to be punished, everyone just went along with it and regarded it as a way to vent Ling Mo's anger. Who would think that the punishment was too lenient?
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It was late at night. Ling Mohui returned to the general's mansion, but she tossed and turned in bed, unable to fall asleep. Perhaps it was the recent comfort that made her mind unusually active.
At midnight, under the moonlight, Zheng Jiaxuan quietly walked into her boudoir and asked softly, "Sister, are you okay? People outside are saying that you've become crazy!"
Ling Mohui raised her lips to a gentle smile, with a barely perceptible cunning in it, "I'm sorry to make you worried, but look at me, how can I look like someone who is troubled?"
Hearing this, Zheng Jiaxuan finally relaxed the tension in his chest. "As long as my sister is safe, I feel like I have someone to rely on. Everything will be safe and sound."
Although Ling Mohui always pretends to be crazy and stupid on weekdays, he is well aware of the dynamics of the outside world.
"What I know is that you, my brother, worked tirelessly to clear up all the injustices for me and severely punished Zhang Xiyue according to the law. Although I didn't see every step you took with my own eyes, I know it very well."
When it comes to the critical moment, the people you can trust with your heart are ultimately those close friends who are willing to silently make sacrifices for you.
"Your hatred has been avenged, so what are your plans next? If you are determined to leave the troubles of this capital, I am willing to prepare everything you need and help you on your journey."
Ling Mohui's voice was gentle but firm, and every word revealed her careful consideration of every aspect.
However, Zheng Jiaxuan shook his head firmly. "My brothers are still in prison. How can I get out of this alone? Their suffering is also my responsibility."
"I want to change my destiny with the help of the imperial examination." There was an eternal light of hope in Zheng Jiaxuan's eyes.
When Ling Mohui heard this, her eyes sparkled and her admiration was evident: "Where there is a will, there is a way! Since you have this heart, you will surely achieve great things."
In her opinion, Zheng Jiaxuan is both talented in literature and martial arts. Once he enters the official career, his achievements may even surpass that of the powerful official Fu Yansheng. His future is limitless.