Have You Written Your Will Today?-Chapter 502 - 495: Unpolished and Untainted, Destined for Greatness Late in Life

Chapter 502: Chapter 495: Unpolished and Untainted, Destined for Greatness Late in Life

Leaving the Minister of Justice Mansion, Cui Yun got on his horse to head for the Ministry of Justice, but midway, his eyebrows twitched and he abruptly changed his path.

He did not go to the Imperial Palace, but instead went to see Prince Gong.

Ever since Ji Huo was taken away, Prince Gong had burst into a severe rage.

"Fortunately, the Lady is unharmed. If anything had happened, how could I explain it to the official family!"

Princess Consort Gong also sighed deeply and repeatedly.

In her view, if it weren’t for Ji Huo’s mischief, Wei Yingying would not have stayed in the Minister of Justice Mansion and wouldn’t have faced the risk of a miscarriage recently.

Yet inconveniently, both felt guilty towards this son.

There was discipline, yet indulgence was also present.

As a result, he spent his days causing trouble. After being subjected to family punishment and severe beatings, he would plead for mercy, claiming he understood his mistakes, but once the pain was forgotten, he could make the same mistakes again.

It was at this time that Cui Yun arrived. After being admitted, and guided by the butler, he immediately sensed that something was off inside the house.

Dressed in a dark robe, the man had a distinguished appearance, cold and clear as the bright moon, aloof yet composed.

He stepped forward, maintaining his manners, and paid his respects to the couple.

"My apologies for visiting so late at night," he said.

Prince Gong ordered his servants to serve tea and asked him to sit down: "Good lad, your grandfather was very happy today. At noon, he insisted on playing chess with me, the first time he didn’t complain about my poor skills at the game."

As he mentioned this, Prince Gong frowned again.

"It’s just this Ji Huo, the pesky kid, his marriage is still not settled."

Princess Consort Gong didn’t treat Cui Yun as an outsider, and immediately said: "I actually took a liking to the Langya Wang Family’s girl, she’s a fine girl. But given Ji Huo’s behavior, the Wang Family treats their little girl like a pearl in their palm, likely unwilling. I didn’t have the nerve to ask, to avoid damaging the harmony between our families."

Ji Huo had too many mishaps, and now those who are interested in marital ties are only eyeing the prominent status of Prince Gong Mansion.

Upon hearing about the Langya Wang Family, Prince Gong immediately sighed: "Better not to reach too high."

The girl is a fine girl, but the family looks down upon Ji Huo! If only Ji Huo could act decently, then he would have visited them."

He looked towards Cui Yun: "Is it about that pesky kid you’re here for?"

Cui Yun nodded.

"Now that the government is being purged and order restored, you are a meritorious official, and the royal family will surely take care of Ji Huo, but you can’t let him lead a mediocre life forever."

"Previously, he served at the Imperial College, though without notable accomplishments, apart from slacking and seeking tranquility, he didn’t make much trouble."

Prince Gong shook his head upon hearing this: "Don’t make excuses for him; I can’t even bring up the incident where he incited the Imperial Family’s children to fight the teacher."

"I am aware of that incident, but after it, not a single student accused him, and in front of the late Emperor, he wasn’t punished at all; he came out unscathed, didn’t he?"

This remark silenced Prince Gong.

Tears welled up in Princess Consort Gong’s eyes: "Huo Ge’er was very clever as a child. If it weren’t for me and the Prince fearing that he’d stand out too much and attract trouble, thus forcibly hindering his advancement, why would he end up like this today?"

If he was properly nurtured, he might also have become a commendable young man.

Not only Ji Huo, even Prince Gong had to pretend to be foolish and ignorant. During that time, the entire residence was under the late Emperor’s surveillance. Without self-preservation, there was no other choice, and only with a way out could anything else be discussed.

"The late Emperor was cunning, and back then your actions were compelled."

"Ji Huo’s innocent heart isn’t easily worn thin or tainted; he can still achieve greatness later in life."

Cui Yun rarely praised anyone, and typically, this was the beginning of torturing someone.

Prince Gong was utterly shaken by his words.

If it were someone else saying this, he would have dismissed them, but coming from Cui Yun, he found it very reasoning!!!

Even if he could inherit the title, he must not let Ji Huo be a fool for life!

Right, it’s true! Ji Huo is still young!

This mistake, being solely his to have caused, should also be solely his to rectify.

It’s too late for Ji Huo to start martial training, but trying academics is an option.

While he was pondering, he heard Cui Yun saying, "The Langya Wang Family was banished from Shengjing by the late Emperor many years ago. The legitimate second son Wang Yan then opened the Shanqing Academy."

"Wang Yan is just a bit hot-tempered but very strict. The students he personally tutors are now officials all over the place. If the Prince thinks it’s a good idea, I could make an introduction."

Prince Gong remembered Wang Yan, who was his age, and they had been classmates for half a month. During study sessions, any mistake he made would result in a severe scolding from him.

Prince Gong’s eyes lit up, and although he knew Cui Yun came also to vent his anger, what he said exactly hit home!

Brilliant!

In just a few sentences, he made Ji Huo’s biological parents willing to confront him together.

"There’s no need for you to intervene, I will personally write a letter later. Let’s see what he has to say. If he refuses, we can only reluctantly ask once more."

"It’s also unnecessary for Ji Huo to achieve too great a transformation, nor do we expect him to glorify the family lineage. I’ve given up on him being the top scorer, but he must at least achieve the rank of Scholar!"

Cui Yun frowned upon hearing the term ’Scholar.’

"Don’t underestimate the Princely Heir or Mr. Wang."

Prince Gong: "Well said! He is my son, surely he will not be bad! The young man looks good, I think achieving third place would suit him."

"A jade uncut won’t make a good ware, if not in five years, then ten years; if not in ten, then twenty years. No wonder! Not so long ago I received a letter from the Sanqing Taoist, saying that the brat has a long life ahead, so that was what he meant!"

His worried expression gone, at this moment he looked refreshed and clear-headed.

Cui Yun knew when to stop. The malicious aura dispersed, and the concubines’ demeanors also shifted from gloominess to relief. He then gracefully stood up.

"Then, I will take my leave first."

As he left,

Prince Gong turned towards the quiet Princess Consort Gong: "Madam, what do you think?"

Princess Consort Gong tidied her hairpin: "We have only a pair of children, naturally, we hope for his success. If he is successful, why worry about his marriage prospects? In the future, as we grow old and pass away, we can count on him to protect his sister."

They exchanged a glance, then stood up simultaneously and left the room, one turned left, the other right.

Prince Gong went to Ji Huo’s study.

He waved his hand grandly: "Move them all to the yard and burn them."

The servants looked at each other, then hurriedly bowed their heads and obeyed.

It took a whole two hours to move them.

The books were just too many!!!

Prince Gong, satisfied at seeing the empty shelves, smiled and commanded the housekeeper: "Make a trip to the Grand Commandant Mansion, have the Yuan Family’s young man list the books, and move all those from the Book Collection Pavilion here to fill this study. We cannot have him think, upon his return from the Imperial Palace, that the house was burglarized."

Meanwhile, Princess Consort Gong went to the backyard.

As soon as she entered, the concubines all came to pay their respects in unison.

Princess Consort Gong said indifferently, "When the Princely Heir brought you here initially, there was no coercion involved, it was all voluntary for the Silver provided. You should be clear that among the noble sons, very few marry without having taken concubines. He will need to marry in the future and must provide dignity to his bride."

Princess Consort Gong spoke with a gentle tone, not forcefully.

"Therefore, I am embarrassed to say, I can only play the villain here. If you wish to leave, I will ensure your well-being, giving each of you an additional thousand taels of Silver for a worry-free life. If you choose not to leave, then live comfortably in the village. Of course, you will not be mistreated."