Back when they were in the court, they used to argue until they were red in the face. Now, having fallen from power, he remembered the good in his old rival.
Gu Xingzhao chuckled, “You didn’t mean to kick him while he was down back then, and I’m sure he knows that. That’s probably why he brought you the silver today.”
It seemed that even without the matter of King Su’s rebellion, You Xian would have come to see Lu Qing.
Lu Qing sighed, “That may be true. I just didn’t expect him to remember so much. Even now, living here in Liaoxian, he still worries about the people.”
Now, Lu Qing began to worry about You Xian’s situation. He had always been proud and aloof, and if King Su’s army really did march through the county, You Xian probably wouldn’t submit. If King Su didn’t remember him, that might be fine, but if he did, refusing to surrender would only lead to death.
Hearing his thoughts, Gu Xingzhao offered, “If you’re worried about him, and the time comes when he’s in danger, I’ll find a way to save him.”
But Lu Qing quickly responded, “I appreciate your kindness, but this involves King Su’s rebellion.”
The gravity of the situation meant that it would be best for the Lu family’s “divine intervention” to stay out of it.
Seeing the concern in his eyes, Gu Xingzhao didn’t push further but mentally made a note of it.
Lu Qing then shifted the topic, “The mount you gifted us a few days ago, the children love it and have been fighting over it. I thank you on their behalf.”
Gu Xingzhao blinked in confusion. A mount?
She nearly burst out laughing.
She hadn’t expected that the electric wheelchair she had sent would be seen as some divine steed by Lu Qing!
Lu Qing hesitated before saying, “Ancestor, the thing seems to have a life of its own. Now that the children’s legs are better, perhaps you should take it back.”
He believed it was a kind gesture for the ancestor to leave such a valuable “mount” behind, but he feared the children’s rough handling might break it.
Gu Xingzhao smiled and explained, “No worries. I have many of these. Rather than letting it sit idle, it’s better if you keep it. It’ll be useful for those who aren’t feeling well.”
Especially for the women during their time of the month, she thought. Having the wheelchair would be a comfortable way for them to travel when they didn’t feel up to walking.
Meanwhile, Lu Xingyao and the others were still taking turns riding the wheelchair, enjoying themselves immensely. Only Lu Xingyao hadn’t had his chance to sit on it yet.
Despite Lu Qing’s insistence, Gu Xingzhao playfully scolded him, “What, you’re not going to listen to the ancestor now?”
Startled, Lu Qing quickly apologized, “Please forgive me, Ancestor! I was only worried about damaging your mount.”
Gu Xingzhao waved it off, “It’s fine. I don’t lack such things, so just keep it.”
Her gaze lingered on Lu Qing. Despite his earlier insistence that she take the wheelchair back, it was clear he secretly wanted to try it out himself.
Lu Qing felt both surprised and overjoyed. Surprised that he might have angered the ancestor, but joyful that she allowed them to keep the “mount.”
Watching the younger generation enjoy the wheelchair, Lu Qing began to think it might be time to develop a suitable “illness” so he could try it out himself.
Hearing this thought, Gu Xingzhao nearly choked on her meal. “What’s wrong with this family?”
That evening, Lu Xingyao finally got his turn to ride the wheelchair. He maneuvered it with the joystick, feeling as if he was gliding through the air.
After dinner, Lu Qing stood up with the help of his cane, glancing around at his surroundings. Seeing the satisfied grin on his eldest grandson’s face, he suddenly threw himself to the ground, deliberately knocking over his cane with a loud clatter and shouting, “Ouch!”
His cry of pain sent everyone rushing over.
“Father!”
Lu Qing weakly waved his hand, “It’s nothing, just twisted my ankle, didn’t fall too hard.”
Lu Xingyan immediately knelt down to check his father’s feet. After taking off his shoes and examining both ankles, he found nothing wrong, but his suspicious gaze lingered on his father’s face.
“Father, can you still stand?” asked Mrs Song and Mrs Xu, worried.
Lu Zhou quickly called for help to get his father back on his feet.
The two brothers carefully helped their father up. Lu Yang, filled with concern, softly asked, “Father, can you still walk?”
Lu Qing tried to move his foot but sighed, shaking his head, “No, it hurts too much to walk.”
Hearing this, everyone grew even more anxious, especially Lu Zhou, who urged his brother, “Third Brother, quickly check him thoroughly!”
Lu Xingyan gave his father another searching look but remained silent.
Meanwhile, back in the modern world, Gu Xingzhao almost choked on her rice.
So this was Lu Qing’s “illness” to ride the wheelchair?
“Is everyone in this family a little off?”
After a thorough examination, Lu Xingyan stood up and told his brother, “Father’s unable to walk and needs to rest for a couple of days. Big Brother, go get the wheelchair.”
Without questioning, Lu Zhou hurried to fetch it.
Lu Qing’s eyes lit up when he saw his son pushing the wheelchair. Although he wanted to maintain a dignified facade, he allowed himself to be helped into the seat.
Lu Xingyan, knowing his father wasn’t truly injured, watched without saying a word.
The moment Lu Qing sat down, he sighed internally, This is comfortable!
He thought to himself, These grandkids, not a single one is considerate enough to offer their old grandfather a turn. I had to fake an injury to finally sit here.
He pushed the joystick forward, and the wheelchair responded immediately, making him giddy with excitement. This truly is a divine steed! It moves without a horse!
He couldn’t help but play around, moving forward, backward, and even spinning in circles, a wide grin plastered on his face.
The others looked on in shock, especially Lu Yang, who now confirmed that his father hadn’t injured his foot at all.
He glanced accusingly at Lu Xingyan: You’re in on this, aren’t you?
Lu Xingyan, pretending not to notice his brother’s glare, continued to feign innocence.
Watching the old man having so much fun, Lu Xingyao gritted his teeth, I didn’t even get to warm the seat!
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