Ling was Pei Yan's first child, and his only one.
Empress Dowager Gu wanted to see her, which was only natural.
But Pei Yan did not trust Empress Dowager Gu. He could not trust her, even though she was his own mother.
The moment anything displeased her, she would make things difficult for Ah Yin and Ling.
Under the weight of imperial power, Ah Yin was powerless to resist, even if she wanted to.
Pei Yan would not allow anyone to hurt them again.
During his time in Jiangnan, he had been relaxed. The moment he stepped back into the Imperial City, all the unpleasant memories came flooding back.
A shadow of gloom hung in Pei Yan's eyes. Only by Mei Wanying's side could he feel like a normal person.
He refused in a cold voice. "You would do well to remain in the palace. You gave birth to me, so of course I will fulfill my filial duties."
"But should you lay a hand on mother and daughter, do not blame me for being ruthless and placing you in confinement."
