After a while, Gu Boyuan's pain subsided slightly, and he staggered to his feet.
He originally thought that canceling the cooperation with the Gu family was Jiang Luoluo's idea, but judging from Jiang Gan's indifferent attitude, it was clearly Jiang Gan's idea.
Jiang Gan gently waved his folding fan and pointed to the chair next to him, indicating that Gu Boyuan should sit down.
The butler served a pot of fresh tea at the right time, gently filling it to the brim.
Jiang Gan picked up a cup of tea and handed it to Gu Boyuan, his tone cold yet exuding an undeniable authority, "Young General Gu, do you still remember the promise you made to me that day?"
Gu Boyuan's face stiffened, and he lowered his head, not daring to look up.
That was on the day Jiang Luoluo and Gu Boyuan got engaged. Jiang Gan and Gu Boyuan had a long talk. Gu Boyuan made a solemn vow that he would put Jiang Luoluo first in his life and love and protect her for the rest of his life.
But the man who pointed to the heavens turned around and became entangled with Yao Shiyu under the brocade quilt, betraying all his vows.
Gu Boyuan endured the pain and whispered his explanation, "Big brother, I..."
Before he could speak, he met Jiang Gan's sharp gaze, which felt like thorns in his back, making him involuntarily shiver.
He stammered, "Mr. Jiang, I just..."
"Just what?" Jiang Gan flicked his wrist, his folding fan opening with a whoosh, his aura suddenly becoming sharp and intimidating, forcing Gu Boyuan to hold his breath. "Just made a mistake that all men in the world would make?"
Gu Boyuan was speechless, his face ashen, his chest filled with shame and anger, yet he couldn't utter a single word.
After much deliberation, Gu Boyuan finally mustered the courage to speak: "Luo Luo and I are destined to be apart in this life."
But I will treat her like a younger sister and will do my best to protect her.
"Mr. Jiang, could you possibly reconsider resuming your business cooperation with Gu's Fabrics?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Gan gave a cold sneer, his tone seemingly carrying a hint of amusement, "Young General Gu, in just a few years, you've risen from a captain to a young general; your abilities are truly extraordinary."
Everyone says that wherever General Gu goes, the enemy trembles in fear; his military exploits are outstanding, every battle he wins is a resounding victory, and he is invincible.
Gu Boyuan couldn't quite grasp the deeper meaning behind Jiang Gan's words, but hearing such flattery, he felt a sense of pride.
Especially since these words came from the mouth of a business prodigy like Jiang Gan, he felt a little elated, and even the pain in his body seemed to lessen somewhat.
He said with a serious but humble tone, "Mr. Jiang, you flatter me. I really don't deserve such praise."
Jiang Gan took a sip of tea, a slight smile playing on his lips. "General Gu is the God of War of the Great Qi, a skilled warrior who can turn the tide of battle."
The fabric business is probably just a small matter.
General Gu, you're right, aren't you?"
The conversation took an abrupt turn, the tone as calm as ever, yet laced with a hidden sharpness. Caught off guard, Gu Boyuan felt himself firmly trapped by the old fox, Jiang Gan, with no way to escape.
Despite his anger and resentment, he was unwilling to lose face, so he could only bite the bullet and reply, "Mr. Jiang is absolutely right."
"That's right!" Jiang Gan nodded in satisfaction, gently waving his folding fan, his tone becoming more relaxed. "I knew it! How could someone as capable as General Gu let the Gu family's business be entrusted to a little girl?"
If word gets out, wouldn't General Gu become a laughingstock?
Gu Boyuan's face turned pale and then red. This morning, Madam Gu came to him in a hurry, saying that the Gu family's fabric business was in trouble.
He specifically instructed him to come to General Weiyuan's mansion and have a good talk with Jiang Luoluo.
He originally thought that he could persuade Jiang Luoluo to change her mind by appealing to her emotions and reasoning with her.
But instead of meeting him, he encountered the cunning old fox Jiang Gan, who, with just a few words, put him in an awkward and difficult position.
Now that he was in such a predicament, he had no choice but to swallow his pride and say awkwardly, "Mr. Jiang is right. The Gu family's fabric business is just a minor issue. I was just mentioning it casually today."
Jiang Gan looked at Gu Boyuan's furrowed brows and embarrassed expression, but still had a gentle smile on his face.
His tone, however, carried an enigmatic undertone: "General Gu, you don't look well today. Have you encountered any difficulties?"
If you encounter any difficulties, please don't hesitate to ask. I, Jiang, will do my utmost to help.
Upon hearing this, Gu Boyuan felt a lump in his throat, unable to breathe properly, making him feel suffocated.
Helpless, he picked up his teacup and took a sip to hide his frustration and disappointment. His brows showed a hint of weariness and resignation. "Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Jiang. I'm sorry to have bothered you today."
Having said that, he put down his teacup, stood up, cupped his hands in farewell, and said, "Farewell!"
Jiang Gan smiled faintly, gently closed his folding fan, and said in a gentle but unquestionable voice, "Shuzhou, see the guest out."
Upon hearing the voice, Shu Zhou stepped forward, carrying two curved swords on his back. His steps were steady, and his aura was imposing. He said coldly, "Young General Gu, please!"
Gu Boyuan gritted his teeth, endured the pain, and limped out of the General Weiyuan's mansion.
A cold wind blew by, and he mounted his horse, gripping the reins tightly, but Jiang Luoluo's vivid and lively face kept appearing in his mind.
He lowered his head and pondered, only to find that he couldn't muster even the slightest hatred for Jiang Luoluo.
On the contrary, that kick just now made him vaguely feel that Jiang Luoluo was somewhat straightforward, a kind of cuteness he had never noticed before.
"That's strange," Gu Boyuan thought to himself, "How come I never noticed it before?"
At the General Weiyuan's mansion, the steward handed a large bundle to Jiang Gan, saying, "Master, this is a return gift sent by the second young lady of the Xiao family!"
Jiang Gan opened a large bundle containing winter and summer clothes, as well as candies, snacks, and various first-aid medicines. It was quite well-prepared. Although Miss Xiao Er seemed carefree, she was actually very meticulous.
Jiang Gan shook his head and chuckled as he looked at the pile of things. When the servant went to tell him that Gu Boyuan had come to the Weiyuan General's Mansion in a fit of rage.
Xiao Yunwei grabbed the booklet of business experience that Jiang Gan had written for him on the table, and hurriedly grabbed Jiang Gan's hand, pulling him downstairs. "Hurry, hurry, hurry back. Don't let that bastard Gu Boyuan bully my sister."
Once Jiang Gan was mounted, Xiao Yunwei gave the horse a sharp spurt, and the horse galloped away.
*
The servant of the Vice Minister of Revenue watched Gu Bo's departing figure and hurried back to the mansion to report what he had seen and heard to Jiang Muyan.
After listening, Jiang Muyan frowned slightly and turned to Lu Baimei, who was sitting to the side selecting portraits, and said, "Baimei, Yun Jiao has talked back to Jiang Luoluo several times. You should try to persuade her."
Jiang Gan is a cunning and vengeful person. This time, Gu Boyuan didn't gain anything at all.
If one day the two sisters really cause trouble, it might be difficult to handle.
Lu Baimei was holding several portraits and comparing them. She had her servants collect the portraits from various prominent families in the capital, and they all depicted promising young men who were not yet engaged.
She was very careful in her selection, her gaze lingering on one painting for a moment before moving on to another.
Hearing Jiang Muyan's words, she paused her work slightly. She said nonchalantly, "Master, come and take a look. Which of these young men is more suitable for Yunjiao?"
Our Yun Jiao is indeed a bit spoiled, but which noble lady isn't like that?
Don't worry, she can't possibly cause any trouble.
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