My Princess Holds Superpowers-Chapter 1471: I Really Tried

Ye Jiu concealed her disappointed expression, stepped forward, and helped Sikong Wuyou up, saying, "I’ve told you many times, we’re family, there’s no need for such formalities. Why do this every time, making it so distant?"

Sikong Wuyou retreated two steps without changing his expression, waited until there was a certain distance between them, then spoke, "Rituals cannot be abandoned. As a son, it’s already a grave mistake for Wuyou not to fulfill filial duty by his parents’ side, how can he not know the proprieties?"

These words were said with such emotion and reason that anyone hearing them would probably praise him, yet in Ye Jiu’s heart, she only felt sadness.

Rituals are too heavy, nothing more than a lack of closeness.

Just like between her and the He family, there were never any unnecessary formalities. She would spoil herself and act willfully, never needing to think too much or say too much before them.

Neither Wuhen nor the others were ever as obedient as Wuyou, often infuriating her to the point of jumping in anger, yet never as distant as with Wuyou.

Ye Jiu smiled and continued, "I heard from Bai Su that you’ve gone out due to official business and have been in Long’an County for some time. How is it, have you adapted here? Is office work very busy usually..."

The questions from Ye Jiu were followed by Sikong Wuyou answering them one by one.

The conversation between them was harmonious, yet it never resembled the intimacy between biological mother and son, but more like a routine duty.

Finally, even Ye Jiu only felt helpless.

"By the way, it’s already so late, have you had dinner yet? How about I personally make you something?" Although she was now a Princess Consort, many times she quite enjoys the joy of doing things herself.

So, over the years, her cooking skills, though not particularly outstanding, were definitely decent.

"No need to trouble mother, Wuyou has already eaten outside."

"Well... alright..." Ye Jiu said, "You’ve been busy all day, you must be exhausted, hurry and go rest."

"Yes, Wuyou takes his leave."

After Sikong Wuyou left, Ye Jiu walked weakly to Sikong Mo and sat beside him, disregarding her image.

Sikong Mo reached out and embraced her, "I told you to leave him be, now are you finally resigned?"

Ye Jiu turned angrily at him, "Sikong Mo, do you never consider Wuyou your son, is that why you care so little for him..."

Sikong Mo: "..."

Fine, he said nothing.

This is purely transferred anger.

He was destined to become the outlet for her frustration.

"Master, should we prepare dinner?" Bai Su asked as Sikong Wuyou came out.

Sikong Wuyou replied, "No need, you may leave, no need for night watch today."

"Yes." Bai Su left.

Sikong Wuyou looked up at the moon mostly covered by dark clouds, finally breaking into a bitter smile.

Sikong Mo walked over from where he stood behind him and suddenly spoke, "From now on... don’t let her worry about you, understand?"

Sikong Wuyou’s lips tightened, but he did not say much.

After a moment, Sikong Mo did not get the answer he wanted.

Looking up, he only saw Sikong Wuyou’s stubborn expression and restrained emotions.

"Did you not hear my words?"

As the voice landed, the aura no longer masked spread out.

Yet, the current Sikong Wuyou was no longer the frail and powerless person he once was.

However, Sikong Wuyou still did not resist.

Under this overwhelming pressure, Sikong Wuyou’s unsteady steps gradually moved.

"I’ve never wanted to hurt anyone, I’ve really tried my best..."