Chapter 398: Convinced_1

Zhou Laodi's knees were numb from kneeling, but he didn't feel any discomfort at all. He was soaked with fright. Among the Zhous, he was known as Lord Zhou Er, but once adopted out, he would be just another clan member. The difference was too vast, especially since Father was highly favored by the Emperor. Father's future prospects were bright, and it wasn't impossible for him to hold a high position and wield great power someday.

As time ticked by, Zhulan sat outside, reading a book and eating pine nuts. With Zhou Shuren taking care of everything, she didn't need to worry at all.

The courtyards of the first wife and the second wife were adjacent. Zhou Laoda and Lady Li were talking about Zhou Laodi. Following his parents back to the main courtyard, as it was getting late, Zhou Laodi didn't hear the sound of the neighboring gate closing.