Song Lingsu came to Madam's courtyard at the Song Family, noticing his mother sitting by the window, looking desolate and weary. He pressed his lips tightly.
"Mother." He approached and bowed.
"Su'er is here." Madam forced a smile and beckoned him over.
Song Lingsu walked over and said, "Mother, please don't be sad or upset. I don't mind the matter of being a study companion."
But as soon as he said this, Madam's eyes reddened, and tears began falling as she pulled him into her embrace.
"You silly child, I know you're sensible, and you don't want to compete with your brothers. It's your father, he's heartless." Madam was particularly indignant.
"Mother, you have misunderstood Father."
Madam was stunned, somewhat at a loss.
Song Lingsu looked at her and smiled, saying, "Father has also spoken to me about this matter. In fact, I also believe that Third Brother is more suited to go to the Imperial Palace as a study companion than I am."
"Su'er, you..."
