When Xie's mother saw her son's expression, she could easily guess what he was thinking.

Actually, she preferred Gu Qingyou to Gu Fenghua; at least Gu Qingyou's personality was more agreeable to her than the aloof Gu Fenghua.

They treated her with politeness and respect.

But that doesn't change the fact that the other person might already be dead.

She said coldly, "Even if she comes back alive, our Xie family can't afford a daughter-in-law like that."

The reason I supported my son being with Gu Qingyou in the past was because Gu Qingyou was the newly appointed heir of the Gu family.

Now that Gu Fenghua is back, she has taken back the position of heir.

Judging from the Gu family's attitude, Gu Fenghua is the apple of the eye of the Gu family elders.

Gu Qingyou and her siblings even took the initiative to sever ties with the Gu family. If they really come back alive, then they are nothing.

How could someone with such a background be qualified to enter the Xie family's gate?

Besides, that girl has most likely already drowned, and her son is engaged to a dead person; she's still disgusted by that.

Although she was unhappy that Gu Qingxing had come to her door to propose annulment, she absolutely agreed with it.

Mr. Xie had a similar thought: "Qingyou's accident was mainly due to her parents, so you don't need to feel too guilty."

"Whether she comes back alive or not, it's impossible for you two. Think about it carefully."

Grandpa Xie also said to Xie Ling, "Your parents are right, why don't you go abroad to relax?"

Xie Ling knew what they were thinking, but she still felt bad and nodded perfunctorily, "Mm!"

Xie Yu pursed his lips, thinking, "That old man is just biased."

If he weren't the eldest grandson, he suspected that the position of Xie family heir would have been given directly to his younger cousin, who was a few years younger.

Moreover, during the family dinner that day, the old man specifically mentioned that in the future, the most capable person would rise to the top in the company.

He felt that the old man was implying that if Xie Ling's abilities surpassed his after graduating from university and joining the company, the successor would be replaced.

Therefore, I feel an even greater sense of urgency. I need to go and comfort Feng Hua this afternoon.

If he can successfully marry Gu Fenghua, his position as heir will be more or less secure.

After leaving the Xie family, Gu Qingxing posted another message on his WeChat Moments announcing the annulment of the engagement.

Everyone understood after seeing it.

If it were a girl from their family who was used as a substitute and abandoned at a crucial moment, they would also want to break off the engagement.

Those with impulsive personalities even left messages asking Gu Qingxing if they should go and put a sack over Xie Ling's head.

The Gu family soon learned what Gu Qingxing had done.

Grandpa Gu was so angry that his blood pressure rose and he almost fainted.

After he calmed down, he smashed all his favorite purple clay teapots, yelling, "Damn it, this bastard!"

Mr. and Mrs. Gu were also furious. "What sins have we committed to raise such a karmic son?"

That bastard actually had someone record a video of that day and then deliberately posted it on his WeChat Moments for everyone to see.

What's even more audacious is that she publicly severed ties with the Gu family and went to the Xie family to annul the engagement; it's outrageous.

Father Gu slammed his hand on the table. "Next time I see him, I'll break that bastard's legs."

He never expected that the bastard was serious about severing ties and would pull such a stunt, catching them completely off guard.

Several people sent him sarcastic messages, mocking him for driving his daughter to jump into the sea and forcing his son to publicly sever ties with him.

Where does this leave the Gu family and himself?

Gu's mother was also furious. "He's deliberately trying to ruin our reputation."

One can imagine how many people will secretly criticize and ridicule her after this incident.

"Mom, don't be angry, your health is the most important thing." Gu Fenghua supported her mother from the side and reached out to soothe her.

She added, "Gu Qingxing has always acted recklessly like this; no one can stop him."

She also harbored a great deal of resentment towards Gu Qingxing.

What will people outside think of her after she made such a scene?

After all, her parents abandoned her younger sister for her sake, forcing the sister to jump into the sea, which is not a good reputation for her.

Hearing this, Gu's mother became even angrier. "I shouldn't have given birth to this scoundrel. It's better if he gets out of the Gu family, so he won't anger us anymore."

Father Gu also said, "Yes, our Gu family can't afford a son like that."

"If he wants to sever ties, then so be it. Don't even think about ever stepping into the Gu family's door again."

Hearing their conversation, Gu Fenghua was very satisfied; what she wanted was for Gu Qingxing to never come back.

Unfortunately, Gu Qingyou suddenly went crazy that day and jumped into the sea, instead of following her plan.

The atmosphere at home has been very tense these past two days.

For two consecutive days, her mother would subconsciously ask her to help with massages, and would also occasionally ask what she wanted to eat.

When she was stunned, she realized that she was not Gu Qingyou, and her mother could only awkwardly change the subject.

She even shed tears in private, grieving over Gu Qingyou's death.

Her father, too, brought the proposal Gu Qingyou had made to discuss with her.

When her opinion differed from Gu Qingyou's, her father would sigh, grieving for Gu Qingyou's death, and lose the will to continue the conversation.

The more they acted like this, the more uncomfortable she felt.

Gu Qingyou is a fake. After the real Gu Qingyou returns, shouldn't she leave the stage?

Why leave so many traces?

After Gu Qingyou left, they realized that they still cared about each other.

It's really hard to compare the living with the dead.

Therefore, Gu Fenghua desperately hopes that Gu Qingyou is still alive.

Gu Qingxing's outburst made the Gu family members reluctant to leave the house.

I don't want to face other people's questions or accusatory glances.

The next day, Qingyou put on makeup that made her look unwell.

She even wore a black dress, which made her face look even paler.

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