Chapter 174: The Layout, the Undercurrents in People's Hearts
"Fine, I've disappointed you! Don't you know how disappointed I am in you? I rushed back to tell you what I saw, afraid you'd be misled and deceived, and all I got in return was your disappointment, Gu Huaikun. It seems I really was too foolish. From now on, I won't ask about your affairs anymore. You'd better take care of yourself from now on!"
Gu Mingxia left those words behind, picked up her bag, turned around, and strode out in her high heels. She ignored the servants who greeted her and left the villa in a huff.
"Master, aren't you going a bit too far by talking about Miss like that!"
Lin Fu walked to Gu Huaikun's side and sighed deeply. He had no idea what the master was thinking. He had clearly hoped to improve his relationship with the young lady, but after meeting her, he said such hurtful things.
Although the master would naturally have his reasons, such hurtful words would only make the relationship between the father and daughter grow weaker, and Lin Fu didn't know how to persuade them anymore.
“There are some things she needs to step back to see more clearly. Xiaxia has a very strong personality, but being too strong can lead to arrogance, which will be detrimental to her taking over the Gu family business in the future. I need to make her understand that a small act of impatience can ruin a big plan!”
Saying those words must have been painful for Gu Huaikun, but sometimes, excessive pampering and protection can only harm a person. Someone like Gu Mingxia needs setbacks and blows to see her shortcomings and areas for improvement. His daughter should be strong, proud, and have a calm judgment. She absolutely cannot be a strong, arrogant, impulsive, and useless person who acts on impulse.
"Then you can directly instruct Miss, sir. Saying such hurtful things will only cause her to misunderstand your good intentions."
"Misunderstandings don't matter, as long as Xiaxia can become stronger. Lin Fu, you know, we don't have much time left."
“Master, I’ve always felt that you should make things clear with the young lady. After all, she should have her own choices, otherwise she might blame you later.”
"Haven't she blamed me countless times in her life? One more time won't make a difference, and one less time won't make a difference either. Let her be."
Gu Huaikun looked at the midday sun. Although it was very strong, he didn't know why, but he felt so cold.
Has the Fourth Madam returned?
"Not yet. The people we sent out said she went to a wealthy family's vacation villa in the suburbs, and the eldest young master went there too."
Gu Mingcheng was the first child born into the Gu family, so even though he was a descendant of the second wife, he was still called Young Master Gu by outsiders.
"Remember what I told you before: don't alert them. We've been laying this net for so long, and I won't pull it in before we catch the big fish."
When Gu Huaikun said this, he didn't look like an old man at all; instead, his face exuded an air of dominance over the entire situation.
"Don't worry, sir. Our people have always been very discreet. Even someone as alert as the eldest young lady didn't notice them, so the fourth madam and the eldest young master certainly won't find out."
Lin Fu's words made Gu Huaikun's eyes flash with a hint of ruthlessness, but he quickly regained his composure and gave Lin Fu instructions while rocking his wheelchair.
"Keep an eye on the orchid garden and don't let anyone in. Also, get my private doctor to give me a check-up. It's been so long, it's about time I got a medical check-up."
"Okay, I'll take care of it right away."
In this world, the most terrifying thing is not illness or poverty, but the scheming of people's hearts. Gu Huaikun knew that Xia Xia's pride had even reached the point of arrogance. If he were no longer around, how could such an impatient person control the entire Gu family business? Therefore, he had to train Xia Xia into the most qualified business heir before she took over the Gu family.
"I'm so angry! I'm so angry!"
Back at the villa, Liu Yan went to the building where Zheng Liu and his mercenaries were located to help organize the documents. Gu Mingxia kicked off her shoes and sat down on the sofa angrily.
"Oh? Who has the audacity to provoke our Queen Gu?"
Xiao Yan put down the folder in his hand, moved to Gu Mingxia's side, and pulled her into his arms. Gu Mingxia found a comfortable position in his arms, leaned against him, and sighed.
"Little Swallow, you have no idea what I saw today when I went to the rich man's house to set up the advertising scene!"
"Oh? What did you see? Tell your husband."
"Go away, we're not even married yet, don't be so narcissistic and try to elevate your status!" Gu Mingxia gently patted his face, then snuggled into his arms and let out a long sigh. "After setting up the outdoor advertising location, Xu Ruixuan and I actually saw Qin Yueru and Gu Mingcheng embracing and kissing in the parking lot. You have no idea how impatient Gu Mingcheng was, he even tried to lift Qin Yueru's skirt in public! It was so embarrassing!"
Who in the entire Xiangcheng doesn't know that Qin Yueru is Gu Huaikun's woman? And who doesn't know that Gu Mingcheng has to call him "Uncle"? Now these two are openly having an affair in broad daylight. Gu Mingxia can already imagine what kind of headlines tomorrow's gossip magazines will report.
"Oh? You get angry seeing this scene? That doesn't make sense. Shouldn't the Queen have stepped forward, pulled the two of them apart, and slapped them a few times each?"
Xiao Yan rested his head on Gu Mingxia's head and said something teasing. Gu Mingxia reached out and slapped his arm hard.
"Be serious, I'm really upset right now!"
"Really? Who are you sad about? Are you sad that your father's woman was slept with by Gu Mingcheng, or are you sad that your so-called elder brother was slept with by Qin Yueru?"
"No, that's not it! After I left the wealthy family and sent Xu Ruixuan back to L'Oréal headquarters, I went straight to the Gu family's villa on the hillside and told Gu Huaikun about these things. Who knew that not only did he not appreciate it, but he also said that I was talking nonsense and slandering Qin Yueru and Gu Mingcheng. He also said that I should not interfere in any of the Gu family's affairs anymore, and that I had disappointed him too much!"
Gu Mingxia felt a surge of anger just thinking about it. Looking up at Xiao Yan's furrowed brows, she spoke up again in a huff.
"Don't you think he's ungrateful? I was genuinely worried he'd be deceived, but he's the one who treats good people like bad people and bad people like treasures!"
Xiao Yan stared at Gu Mingxia's angry expression and suddenly felt a headache coming on. She usually seemed like such a strong person, so why was she so impulsive when it came to her own family's affairs?
Even if Qin Yueru and Gu Mingcheng were truly having an affair, Gu Huaikun would still deny it if his daughter stormed into his door and said, "Dad, your woman and your nephew are in cahoots!" Men, after all, care a lot about these kinds of things!
"You just told Uncle Gu so directly that Qin Yueru and Gu Mingcheng were having an affair?"
"Pretty much! Just like I told you, I told him everything I saw! But instead of sending anyone to find them, the old man scolded me. What was I trying to achieve by being in such a hurry?"
Well, as it turns out, this proves one thing once again: if it doesn't concern you, don't worry about it; but if it does concern you, getting involved will only lead to confusion!
"Xiaxia, have you ever thought that by going up to Uncle Gu and telling him this so bluntly, he will feel very embarrassed and lose face?"
"What's there to be embarrassed about or ashamed of? Qin Yueru is just a mistress he keeps in the Gu family, not the real Mrs. Gu. If anyone's ashamed, it's because of Gu Mingcheng, a descendant of the Gu family. How could he covet his elder's mistress? But it's not surprising. Usually, mistresses are women who are rich and can sleep with anyone!"
Gu Mingxia frowned. She didn't think it was wrong of her to go and remind Gu Huaikun today. On the contrary, Gu Huaikun's attitude really disappointed her.
"Xiaxia, you're not a man, you wouldn't understand a man's pitiful little pride. Even in front of the closest people, they try their best to protect that little bit of pride. You exposed Qin Yueru and Gu Mingcheng's affair to their faces, it's already good enough that Uncle Gu didn't beat you out of the house with a stick!"
Xiao Yan smiled and gently comforted Gu Mingxia, who leaned against him, her beautiful face showing confusion and doubt.
"You might find it unbelievable, but every man does have a little bit of pitiful pride. Xiaxia, have you ever thought that Uncle Gu might have his own plans? Maybe he already knew about Qin Yueru and Gu Mingcheng's affair?"
"If he knew all along, why didn't he drive Qin Yueru away?"
"Perhaps he's waiting, and that waiting is a test for you, Xiaxia. You are the only heir of the Gu family, and you will be taking over the Gu family's vast business empire in the future. You can't have this impulsive personality that makes you jump to conclusions. You need to learn to make calm judgments and think things through when facing special situations."
Is things really that complicated? Gu Mingxia frowned slightly, but she quickly realized that it wasn't surprising at all that an old fox like Gu Huaikun would do something like this. She just didn't know why, but she suddenly felt a surge of irritation.
"Only you men overthink things so much. Alright, I'll sleep upstairs tonight and think it over carefully, to see if I have as many flaws as you say!"
"Xiaxia, you should know about the Gu family's situation. Even an outsider like me can see the undercurrents of human nature within the Gu family. I don't believe you can't! Besides, if your second uncle can pressure Uncle Gu once, he will do it again. Some things, even if you know them, you can't alert them. You can only endure them!"
Xiao Yan held Gu Mingxia's hand and patiently analyzed the situation for her. Looking down at Gu Mingxia's somewhat softened expression, he smiled indulgently.
“You don’t have that many flaws. It’s just that people are like that. When facing their loved ones, they become confused because they care too much. You’re too worried about Uncle Gu, which is why you lost your composure. Think about it carefully when you go to bed tonight. You will definitely be able to sort things out clearly and understand Uncle Gu’s good intentions.”
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