In the face of Ling Lai's father's subtle question, Xiao Zheng didn't show much expression. He only weighed the relationship between the father and daughter in his heart.
If it was a normal family, Xiao Zheng naturally wouldn't doubt that there would be a serious trust crisis between the father and daughter. But Princess Ling La wasn't an ordinary daughter, and Ling Lai's father wasn't an ordinary father either …
In fact, for the sake of power, to better climb up, Princess Ling La personally killed her biological mother in front of Xiao Zheng. Who could guarantee that she had established a good relationship with her father?
On the other hand — did Ling Lai's father really treat his daughter as a treasure?
The question that should have been on the verge of being answered in an ordinary family became an unsolvable riddle in this deep palace courtyard.
"I'm just a friend of His Royal Highness, I don't participate in her actions." Xiao Zheng tactfully refused Ling Lai's father's question.
Hearing this, Ling Lai's father smiled bitterly and said, "I know you doubt my intentions. But on the other hand, sooner or later, you will also become a father. " He didn't directly state his position, but gave an example to prove.
But on the other hand, sooner or later, you will also become a father. "
Xiao Zheng shrugged and said, "I've seen kind and kind fathers, and I've also seen fierce and cruel fathers. You can't generalize. "
Ling Lai's father was startled, then nodded and said, "Mr. Xiao is right. Indeed, not all fathers are dutiful. "
After a short pause, Ling Lai's father lit a cigarette, a touch of contemplation appeared on his handsome face, "All these years, I haven't done anything to help her. And I've made her suffer a lot. She only has what she has today because of her own ability. As a father, I should have helped her pave the way. But … "
Smiling, Ling Lai's father's face showed a self-deprecating expression, "Mr. Xiao. Whether it's a husband or a father. If we have the ability, we try to make ourselves as strong as possible. Incompetence will only bring disaster to the family. "
Xiao Zheng listened quietly to Ling Lai's father's narration and felt the same way.
His hard work over the past few years was, to a certain extent, for the people around him. Regardless of whether it was his wife, his friends, or the women he had broken ties with. Only when he was strong enough could he protect their peaceful and happy lives.
Men should not only give blessings to women, but more importantly, take action. It was an insolence born out of anger for a woman. But to be arrogant, one needed sufficient capital. The anger of an ordinary man would often bring about endless troubles and torment. Only the wrath of the strong could cover the sky with one hand.
Lin Laoyao did it.
Xiao Zheng also hoped that one day, he would be able to do it.
Perhaps the words of Ling Lai's father had evoked the emotions in Xiao Zheng's heart. He invited Ling Lai's father to sit down and took a sip of tea. "Do you know His Highness?"
"I don't know." Ling Lai's father shook his head and handed Xiao Zheng a cigarette.
"Thank you." Xiao Zheng took the cigarette but did not light it. He just said slowly. "I don't know His Highness either. But according to my contacts over the past few years, she is a very assertive and very smart strong woman. She knows what she needs, and she will be responsible for every decision she makes. "
Ling Lai's father nodded. "Before this, I also thought so. But — "
"Hmm?" Xiao Zheng frowned slightly. He caught some unexpected information from the words of Ling Lai's father.
It was nonsense to say that Ling Lai's father had no idea what Princess Ling La was doing. But how much did he know, and whether he had a deep conversation with Princess Ling La? That was unknown.
But since Ling Lai's father came to see him today, something unexpected must have happened in the morning. Otherwise, Ling Lai's father would not come to see him alone.
"She gave up the competition with Crown Prince Tian Xiong." Ling Lai's father said with a frown. "This conflicts with her usual attitude."
Xiao Zheng pursed his lips and said, "Maybe His Highness has other plans."
"But she criticized Crown Prince Tian Xiong at the conference table." Ling Lai's father said seriously. "She said she will not let it go."
Sure enough —
Ling Lai's father came to see him not only because Princess Ling La gave up resistance. It was also because she made an unusual and fierce statement.
This was probably what Ling Lai's father was most worried about.
Give up. It could be a retreat in order to advance. But turning against Crown Prince Tian Xiong in public might be because she lost her mind. She wanted to fight to the death!
As a father, Ling Lai's father may not be most concerned about whether Princess Ling La could successfully ascend the throne. It was her safety, her future happiness.
On the other hand, Xiao Zheng was also quite curious about why Princess Ling La turned against Crown Prince Tian Xiong in public. Was it to provoke Crown Prince Tian Xiong so that he could act quickly after ascending the throne?
If so, she could use more effective methods. Instead of turning against him in public. To a certain extent, this would also hurt her own image, and it might even cause the people outside to be disappointed in her.
This was definitely not a wise move …
No wonder Ling Lai's father came to ask him in a hurry. It seemed that he couldn't sit still after hearing the news …
"Maybe His Highness is a little dissatisfied with the current situation. Or maybe he has some emotional problems. "Xiao Zheng explained for Princess Ling La. "You don't have to worry too much. I believe His Highness will handle it well. "
"I believe with Mr. Xiao's help, she will handle it better." Ling Lai's father said meaningfully.
Xiao Zheng smiled bitterly: "I'm just a guest …"
Ling Lai's father smiled and pursed his lips: "Mr. Xiao. She has never trusted anyone. Including me. But the trust she has for you is beyond her style of doing things. All these years, you are the first man who can really influence her decision. "
"I'll leave everything to you …"
Before Ling Lai's father left, he left this sentence. But it put a lot of pressure on Xiao Zheng.
I can influence Princess Ling La's decision?
Are you kidding me?
Xiao Zheng shook his head and saw Ying Xiang standing not far away, looking at him timidly. He couldn't help but laugh: "What's wrong?"
"His Highness has been upstairs and hasn't come down …" Ying Xiang said nervously. "Did Sir quarrel with His Highness?"
"I don't have such guts." Xiao Zheng smiled bitterly. "Do you think His Highness is angry because of me?"
Although Ying Xiang was nervous, she still expressed her thoughts: "Maybe Sir was careless …"
Xiao Zheng suddenly put on a straight face and said seriously: "If you want to know the answer, why don't you go upstairs and ask His Highness."
"I don't dare …" Ying Xiang said in fear. "When His Highness is resting, we don't dare to disturb him."
"I can see a conspiracy in your eyes." Xiao Zheng stared at Ying Xiang.
These two days of contact. He felt that Ying Xiang was a good person and was not as cunning as some of the other maids. She was a pure and kind girl.
Ying Xiang hurriedly explained: "Sir, the current situation is chaotic, I hope His Highness can pull himself together …"
"And the only one who can pull His Highness up is you."
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