C43 I will Kowtow and Admit My Wrongs!

It's widely known that Wenn Gongxun is notoriously hot-tempered, sparing no one from his wrath. Even the patriarchs of the four great families tread lightly around him, showing deference at every turn.

Yet today, Wenn Gongxun was uncharacteristically courteous to his own son. What could possibly be the reason?

Ah