As the saying goes, no one knows a son better than his mother. Gu Yuanshui had barely started speaking before Li Cuicui understood his intent. Playing along with the couple, she let out a deep sigh.
"Alas, forget it. You're both right. We already have a houseful of children; why should I take on such a thankless task?
"Besides, I'm getting old and don't have the energy to care for them.
"Let it be. Take them back with you! If you want them to keep in touch with us in the future, just have them come over during holidays to pay their respects. Otherwise, there's no need to associate anymore. Let them be!"
The old lady spoke freely and easily, but the He family grew anxious. This didn't match their expectations at all.
"I wonder when the Top Scholar will return? We'd like to bring the two children over to meet him," He Tuliang said, his eyes shifting as he directly dodged the previous topic.
