She even doubted whether she was seeing things, so she deliberately rubbed her eyes with her uninjured hand. Seeing that the scene in front of her was still the same as before, she finally believed that it was real.

But of course, that person had given an ultimatum to all the doctors, saying that there was no cure and that even if he lived, he would be a vegetable in the future. How come he is now appearing before us like a normal person?

This really caught her off guard for a moment.

"Are you a human or a ghost?"

Before she could finish speaking, Rong Fang, who had pushed her there, reacted first. Her eyes darted around, but she still spoke up.

"Master."

Gong Beize frowned deeply and looked at the two people at the door, asking, "What are you doing here?"

Old Madam Gong finally realized her mistake and, remembering the purpose of her visit, felt a pang of guilt. Not wanting Gong Beize to know, she forced a smile and said, "What I'm doing here is none of your business!"

Thinking of something, his gaze toward Dongfang Tinglan immediately turned displeased, and he then questioned her.

"You're willing to abandon the country and the company for her sake, you're really something!"

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Tinglan's face showed a hint of unease. Gong Beize seemed to know what she was thinking, and he grabbed her hand, giving her the strength to face it calmly.

What I do is my business, it has nothing to do with her, and it has nothing to do with you.

Madam Gong's expression changed instantly, then she seemed to realize something and said fiercely, "You...you unfilial son! Do you really want to anger me to death? Let me tell you, no matter how much you like her, our Gong family will not accept a lowly person as our daughter-in-law!"

I advise you to end things with her as soon as possible. You're not that old yet, and with my influence, I can still find you a good match. As long as you listen to me, you'll still be the eldest son of the Gong family.

"Dream on!" Gong Beize refused without even thinking. "Don't meddle in my affairs. I haven't settled accounts with you for what happened twenty years ago. Consider that as repaying your kindness in raising me."

As for who I marry, it has absolutely nothing to do with you. If you're content to be a dutiful old lady, I won't bother with you. But if you remain stubborn, don't blame me for disowning you!

Madam Gong looked utterly shocked.

She never expected to hear these words again and again.

Seeing the situation gradually becoming tense, Rong Fang couldn't help but speak up, "Master, the old lady is just concerned about you and doing it for your own good. With your noble status, Miss Dongfang is really not good enough for you. You deserve better."

Twenty years ago, the old lady had spoken ill of Dongfang Tinglan the first time she came to visit, with the aim of driving her away.

She had originally left, but for some reason, five years later, she reappeared beside the master, severely injured and unconscious.

What happened next was even more outrageous. The master and Miss Dongfang disappeared. The old lady was furious and sent people everywhere to search for them, but there was still no trace of Gong Beize. In the end, the old lady had no choice but to give up the search.

But unexpectedly, this misfortune turned into a blessing in disguise.

Gong Beize frowned, just as he was about to reprimand her, when suddenly a clear, cold female voice rang out.

"What a mismatched pair of master and servant!" The door to the ward was suddenly pushed open, and a beautiful and refined figure appeared before them.

Who is this person?

There's a strange sense of familiarity about it.

Just as Madam Gong and Rong Fang were wondering, Jian Yixue walked straight up to them and looked at Madam Gong coldly.

"Do you think this is still a feudal society with arranged marriages and parental consent? Let me tell you, old-fashioned feudalists like you should be swept away by the tide of the times. Your babbling is just polluting the air!"

Madam Gong's face immediately turned ugly. "And who do you think you are? What business is it of yours if I discipline my son!"

"What are you?!" Jian Yixue stared coldly at Old Madam Gong.

"You're the one who's a thing!" Then, realizing his mistake, he suddenly blurted out, "You're not a thing at all!"

He immediately realized he had been tricked and was furious.

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Tinglan, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle softly.

If it weren't for the inappropriate location, she would have liked to give her daughter a thumbs up.

Gong Beize naturally noticed Dongfang Tinglan's actions. He looked at her with eyes full of affection, but his eyes were filled with more guilt.

The room was quiet, and Old Madam Gong naturally heard the laughter, immediately giving Dongfang Tinglan a displeased look.

Dongfang Tinglan didn't look at her, keeping her head down and suppressing her laughter.

She didn't look up because she was afraid that if she saw it, she wouldn't be able to help but laugh.

Seeing this, Jian Yixue continued coldly, "Let me tell you, you two can't break up this loving couple! My mother has a good temper and respects the elderly and loves the young, but do you think you're worthy of facing an old geezer like you who doesn't respect his elders!"

Upon hearing this, Old Madam Gong received an important piece of information and pointed at Dongfang Tinglan, asking, "Is she your mother?"

"Otherwise what?" Jane rolled her eyes at her.

Madam Gong's gaze darted back and forth between the two of them.

No wonder she felt this person looked so familiar; it turns out that's the kind of relationship they have.

She looked Jian Yixue up and down again, then spoke to Gong Beize.

"Gong Beize! Listen to this! The person you like is such a fickle woman! She's already a used and faded flower, and you're the only fool who treats her like a treasure!"

[Smack!]

A loud slap echoed in the room.

Madam Gong covered her face and looked at the person who had attacked her, opening her mouth as if to say something.

Jian Yixue looked at her coldly and said, "If you can't speak properly, then don't speak. You can actually slander my mother."

Looking at the cold expression on Jian Yixue's face, Madam Gong felt a little uneasy.

She was also a landlord who bullied the weak and feared the strong.

He then looked at Gong Beize and said, "Beize! Are you just going to watch that despicable bastard beat your mother like that?"

Upon hearing this, Gong Beize frowned. Although Jian Yixue's methods were somewhat reckless, he did not think there was anything wrong with her taking action.

If she weren't his mother, he definitely wouldn't have cared so much and would have attacked her.

"You still know you're my mother! Listen to the words you're saying! Don't you feel ashamed? You weren't always this disgusting person. Or is this your true self? We've all been deceived by you?"

If the person in front of him didn't look exactly like his mother from his memories, he would really doubt that the person in front of him was his mother at all.

Upon hearing this, Jian Yixue seemed to realize something, and her eyes darkened.

Upon hearing this, Old Madam Gong's face immediately turned displeased, though she felt somewhat guilty and afraid.

He then retorted, "If I'm not your mother, then who is! You heartless bastard!"