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Chi Chen'an lowered his head and remained silent.
Sang Qingxiao, unable to bear seeing him like this, advised, "You could start by looking for a minor official position to test the waters. Worrying too much will only cause you pain. Even if someone wants to help you, seeing your miserable state will make them want to keep their distance."
Chi Chen'an sat down again. For a long time, he had been asking himself whether he should have never been born. He missed his mother but was afraid to visit her, fearing that she would see him and be reminded of the past, causing her more pain. He liked his father but dared not approach him, worried that his own bloodline might bring harm to the Chi Family. If he were to appear in public, all the past would be dragged out into the open.
Sang Qingxiao rolled his eyes. "So what if it comes out? You're overthinking it. You should let your father hear what you've just said. He has spent a long time in the court and knows everything about it. Listen to his advice; I believe he wouldn't want to see you continue down this reckless path. Perhaps he has been waiting for you to come closer."
After saying this, he urged Chi Chen'an to leave, tossing him a packet of medicine while reminding him not to forget about his duel with Li Cu.
Sang Qingxiao's words left Chi Chen'an feeling unsettled for a long time. After leaving the wall, he wandered aimlessly toward his father's study.
In the Southern Floods, court affairs were busy even late into the night, and the light in his father's room was still on. As he approached, he hesitated to enter. After pacing for a few steps, he heard his father's voice calling him in.
It couldn't be directed at him, could it? Chi Chen'an suddenly felt an urge to run away.
"Get in here, you brat!"
With no choice, Chi Chen'an stepped inside.
Seeing the stubborn look on his son's face, Chi Yan paused for a moment. "What have you been up to outside?"
"Not much," Chi Chen'an replied.
"Then what are those marks on your face? They aren't from a woman's nails, are they?"
"Uh... yes and no."
Chi Chen'an's daze ignited Chi Yan's anger. He picked up an inkstone and hurled it at Chi Chen'an. "What have you been doing all these years? I could turn a blind eye to many things, but I absolutely cannot tolerate criminal behavior! Tell me! Which woman did you humiliate?!"
"No one! Really! It was just a wild cat that scratched me."
"If that's true, why are you acting so strangely coming to find me? Did you do something wrong outside and can't handle it yourself? Want me to clean up your mess?"
"Listen carefully! I'm not the kind of father who spoils his child. If you've truly humiliated a woman, I will uphold justice and personally send you to the Yamen!"
"No! Father! I really didn't! Please believe me! If you don't trust me, just call the physician over to take a look; there's a difference between scratches from a cat and nails."
"Father, I truly did not deceive you. The reason I came today was to ask if my going out to find a job would have any impact on the Chi Family."
Upon hearing the latter part of the conversation, Chi Yan finally paused his work. He first instructed a servant to summon the Physician before asking, "What kind of job are you looking for?"
Chi Chen'an nodded, though hesitantly. If it would have an impact...
"To say there might be an impact, perhaps it was true when the Chongjing Emperor was in power. Now that the Xuande Emperor has been in charge for many years, if you are determined to take your position seriously, it can certainly be arranged."
At this point, Chi Yan shot an annoyed glare at his son. "When did you start having this idea?"
"I've had it for a long time."
"Then why didn’t you tell me sooner? Is it because of your mother? Back then, it was sudden and complicated."
Chi Chen'an quickly replied, "It's not because of Mother. I know her decisions have nothing to do with you."
"Then what made you think of this all these years?" Chi Yan pressed, "Is it because of the Sang Family?"
Chi Chen'an lowered his head. "My existence will affect the Chi Family."
Chi Yan slammed his hand on the table. "What nonsense are you thinking?"
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