"How dare you say that!"

Liu Tingting, panting heavily, glared fiercely at Gu Tao as if he were her mortal enemy: "If you hadn't attacked first, do you think I would be like this?!"

However, Liu Tingting gradually calmed down and tidied her hair.

They are well aware that they are now in a situation where their fates are intertwined, and their fates are intertwined.

Just as Gu Tao said, if anything happens to him, leaving them as orphans and widows, their lives will definitely be difficult, and they will be talked about behind their backs wherever they go!

No matter what, we must help Gu Tao cover this up and provide proper protection!

"Alright, stop crying, go back to your rooms first."

Suppressing her grievances and anger, Liu Tingting gently led the frightened children into the room.

With this slight movement, he began to cough violently again, unable to stop.

A pool of blood was coughed up onto his palm, a horrifying sight.

Liu Tingting's heart skipped a beat. Not wanting the children to see and worry, she had to hide her hands.

Gu Tao took a deep breath, tried to compose himself, and then slowly went to open the door.

"Song Yan, it's so late, why are you here?"

He forced a smile, trying to hide his inner turmoil.

He cursed inwardly, thinking that if the fight hadn't been so loud and he hadn't heard Song Yan knocking on the door, he would have just pretended to be dead.

The person I least want to face right now is Song Yan.

"Brother Gu Tao, I just heard fighting and a child crying in your house. Is something wrong?"

"And...the injuries on your body..."

Song Yan's gaze fell on Gu Tao's face, observing the scars on his face and his disheveled appearance without showing any emotion, and then spoke calmly.

It carries a strong suggestive meaning.

"Hey, stop talking about it. It's just that I had a fight with my wife. That happens all the time. Everyday life has its ups and downs."

Gu Tao touched the scars on his face, wincing in pain: "You're not married yet, so you don't understand. You'll understand after you get married. Ouch!"

"That bitch, she really goes all out! Song Yan, you'd better watch out in the future, or you'll end up like me, marrying a tigress. Every fight she throws us into chaos, hahaha~"

Is it really just that simple?

Song Yan clearly didn't believe his explanation and stared at him sharply.

"Brother Gu Tao, did you have some kind of argument with your wife, or did something happen that led to you fighting?"

"Where is my sister-in-law? Is the child alright?"

Gu Tao's heart skipped a beat, but he forced a calm expression and frowned: "Song Yan, I admit that it's wrong for husband and wife to fight, but what do you mean by that? Are you doubting me?"

"Your sister-in-law is my wife and the mother of my child. Although we have arguments, we would never resort to violence. Are you afraid that I will hurt her?"

The dissatisfaction in his words was almost overflowing.

We absolutely cannot let Song Yan see Liu Tingting now. The handprint on that woman's face is still red. If she notices something amiss, we're doomed.

In the past, Gu Tao would have had to curry favor with Song Yan and would never have dared to speak to him in such a tone.

Unlike himself, Song Yan was exceptionally capable, and all the families close to the Song family knew that he was the future heir of the Song family.

In the future, I'll probably have to ask for favors from others a lot more often.

However, Gu Tao was now only thinking about how to deal with Old Li's matter and keep it from everyone, and he no longer cared about what Song Yan thought.

Song Yan's eyes darkened, and a ripple of emotion appeared in his eyes.

Based on the clues we obtained today, the reason Gu Tao and Liu Tingting argued was most likely because of Old Li's matter.

However, Gu Tao was smart; he certainly wouldn't let Liu Tingting appear in front of him with the child, lest he reveal any unnecessary flaws...

Just as Gu Tao thought his explanation was flawless and was figuring out how to get rid of the person,

"Song Yan, Comrade Gu Tao is right. How can a married couple not have disagreements and conflicts in their daily life?"

A clear female voice suddenly rang out.

Gu Tao was stunned for a moment.

Why does that voice sound so familiar?

who?

When Gu Tao looked over, he saw the passenger door of the Jeep open, and a beautiful figure stepped out...

My heart skipped a beat.

yes……

Is it Ye Nian'an?!

Gu Tao's face turned pale instantly, and he subconsciously took a step back.

Ye Nian'an walked to Song Yan's side, a polite smile on her face, pretending not to see Gu Tao's loss of composure.

"This must be Comrade Gu Tao? I've heard Song Yan mention him for a long time. I've heard so much about him. Hello, let me introduce myself. I'm Ye Nian'an, Chu Yan's wife."

After saying that, she took the initiative to extend her hand to Gu Tao.

Gu Tao was at a loss for how to react and could only stare blankly at Ye Nian'an.

Only one question is on my mind...

Why is Ye Nian'an here?

Seeing Gu Tao's reaction, Ye Nian'an and Song Yan already had a general idea in mind.

If before I was only 70% doubtful, now I'm 90% certain.

The key is to find evidence of Gu Tao's collusion with Old Li!

"Brother Gu Tao, what are you daydreaming about? Your wife is talking to you!"

Song Yan feigned a displeased expression as she looked at Gu Tao.

"ah……"

Gu Tao then snapped out of his daze. He reacted quickly, slapping the back of his head: "Sorry, this is the first time I've seen such a beautiful woman. I was a little stunned for a moment..."

"Hello, Comrade Ye Nian'an, my name is Gu Tao, I've heard so much about you!"

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