I looked at him sympathetically, never knowing that the arrogant Cang Lian could be so vulnerable, never knowing that the heartless Cang Lian could be so humble.
He gazed at the person in bed for a long time before slowly rising to leave, that final glance so deep with emotion it was impossible to ignore.
A Different Cang Lian (2)
I followed Cang Lian to the court of deliberation, seeing the floor already filled with kneeling officials. Even my nominal father was prostrate there.
Wang, you have been tolerating Yin Can Gongzi for too long, which has become indulgence. Previously, he committed adultery with your concubine, and ultimately you let him go because of a single word from the Grand Tutor. His crime should have been punished long ago!” The elderly minister kneeling on the ground muttered, his face showing loyalty.
Cang Lian glanced at him indifferently, looking blankly at everyone before speaking after a long pause: “The Grand Tutor is my teacher and mentor!” His voice was soft, but they had nothing to say.
Strictly speaking, half of Cang Lian’s empire was established by the Grand Tutor, who even helped him ascend to the throne and cleared away all obstacles. To Cang Lian, his debt of gratitude was indeed as heavy as a mountain. And Yin Can was the Grand Tutor’s only son. Although they had been at odds for over a decade, blood is thicker than water after all.
He had knelt down and kowtowed, begging Cang Lian to spare his son – the only time he had done so. How could one bear to be ruthless?
“Your Majesty, since Yin Can is the Grand Tutor’s son, let him take his own head!” Someone in the middle said angrily, his face full of disdain and hatred.
“The Grand Tutor has already exchanged his life for his son’s. Do you think I am a monarch who disregards the law? I will spare Yin Can because of the Grand Tutor’s self-immolation before me. But I never expected Yin Can to be so ungrateful for the Grand Tutor’s painstaking efforts!” Cang Lian’s tone remained flat, his expression between heartache and numbness.
“You may leave now. I have my own plans. In half a month, I will personally lead the expedition!” Cang Lian’s cold voice echoed in the empty council hall.
