Although I had sent Tian Xiaorou and her son away, I realized a serious problem. My mother was deeply insecure; she had absolutely no ability to resist those of higher status than her. Despite holding a peerless sword in her hands, she still acted in a cowering, servile manner.
This would not do. I continued to feed her a line: "Mother, you don't need to fear them in the future. They are all mere mortals, and your status is far higher than theirs."
She looked up at me, eyes filled with anxiety. "Really?"
Chapter 20