Chapter 1139: Hinting in the Dark

"Very simple, it's because..."

Patriach Su turned his head towards the window, his gaze especially distant, "It was His Majesty's secret instruction!"

When Qin Yi was young, Old Patriarch Su too watched the boy grow up.

He still remembered how, in his childhood, Qin Yi was constantly chased and cursed by Mrs. Qin-Li, suffering plentiful hardships and doing endless chores. Fortunately, Old Qin always protected him, allowing him to safely grow up.

There was a time when that child, who needed to hide behind others and be protected by them, had grown into a being that could only be looked up to.

"A few days ago, weren't you busy? The Empress sent someone to deliver some rewards for you, and also took the opportunity to pass on a letter from His Majesty to me."

So that's how it was!

Su Ke finally understood, "Does His Majesty mean for you to find your mentor?"