But sometimes, silence is an attitude.
Old Madam Liu asked, "He was willing to stand by my son twelve years ago, so why does he now refuse to speak?"
County Magistrate Yang remained silent.
Manbao added, "Old Master Guan is gravely ill, and even with the best medicine, he has only three to five months left to live. Doctor Ji and I have inquired, and after his health deteriorated, he wanted to resign from his responsibilities to the Prince of Yizhou and return to his hometown. However, the Prince of Yizhou, valuing his talents, has continuously refused to let him go. Even though Old Master Guan is too ill to work, the Prince insists on supporting him. Many people have praised the Prince for his loyalty and remembrance of old ties."
But now, is it really about loyalty and remembrance, or is it because Old Master Guan knows too much for the Prince to let him go?
