"Grandfather, don't be sad anymore. Get some rest. Don't worry about the other things—we have Big Brother and the others here," said Yan Qingruo, her heart heavy as she watched his tears stream down his face.
Everyone else also offered words of comfort.
Seeing that the old man's sorrow was not abating, and not wanting it to affect Qingruo, they all escorted the grandfather to rest.
Chen Qianmo stayed with Yan Qingruo, ensuring she didn't grow sadder.
Chu Hanxiong felt a tremendous amount of self-blame and looked at Yan Qingruo, wanting to say something.
However, Madam Chu interrupted, "Don't say anything. Go accompany Dad."
Chu Hanxiong gave Yan Qingruo a guilty glance before turning to leave.
Yan Qingruo knew that among all the people present, Madam Chu was actually the one who suffered the most.
The old master's distress was due to a blow to his pride, having faced such challenging questions in front of all the younger relatives at his birthday celebration.