At present, the greatest pride in the eyes of the Duke is Qi Zhen. With the support of a capable wife's family, his future looks promising. In Qi Zhen's words, he has established a foothold in Jiangnan, and staying there long would serve as a strength for the family.
Therefore, the Duke highly favors this son. Now, as he offers a way out, he fulfills his previous words about not wishing to see brothers at odds. Whether or not it's genuine, at least he shows it on the surface.
The Duke stepped down elegantly, lifted his robe embroidered with a tiger's head, and sat grandly on the Taishi Chair, glaring at Qi Rui with eagle-like eyes.
"This time, thanks to your third brother speaking on your behalf, I'll let this one slide. Now that you're back, don't idle away like before. You may not excel in reading, so stay by Steward Qi and help manage some housekeeping affairs. It's unacceptable to reach thirty and still achieve nothing, living life aimlessly."
