In the front hall, it was Situ Sheng’s first time entering the Chen family, and also his first time entering the inner courtyard.
Although the square courtyard looks serious, the hostess's elegant taste can be seen in the details.
The servants and maids were also diligent and the atmosphere between them was close and harmonious.
Thinking of this, Situ Sheng felt even more admiration for Gu Qing, but when he saw Chen Zhizhou and Gu Qing coming out hand in hand, a hint of displeasure still appeared on his brow.
Chen Zhizhou caught his gaze, his face darkened slightly, and he pulled Gu Qing closer. The two looked very affectionate and loving.
Gu Qing had long been accustomed to his behavior and didn't think much about it. Naturally, she had no idea that Chen Zhizhou was actually declaring his sovereignty over a child.
"Meet the Madam, Mr. Chen."
Situ Sheng was very respectful, but he did not call Chen Zhizhou "son-in-law".
Chen Zhizhou's face was gloomy and he said nothing.
Gu Qingxu raised his hand to signal him to stand up: "Get up and sit down."
Situ Sheng keenly sensed something was wrong and naturally understood the reason why he was called into the Chen Mansion today. It was just that the lady did not choose to work in the shop, perhaps to give him a glimmer of hope.
"Ma'am, I dare not sit."
Gu Qing looked at him with his handsome eyes. In just a few months, Situ Sheng had grown a lot taller than when they first met, and his handsome appearance as a young boy began to show.
But he always hunched over, which slightly reduced his appearance. If he came from a noble family, Situ Sheng might have been the handsome man in the hearts of the young ladies in Beijing.
"Why don't you dare sit?"
Gu Qing didn't speak directly, wanting to test Situ Sheng's thoughts.
If he still had no kindness in his heart, he might not have suddenly gone back on his word with Aunt Liu, and he would not have risked his life to protect the reputation of Gou Zi and Jiao Lan.
Gu Qing still had a glimmer of hope in his heart, hoping that this child was not a bad person by nature.
He was clever and could always count faster than anyone else in the shop. Although he was not popular, he never made any mistakes with his customers.
"thump."
Situ Sheng suddenly knelt down and kowtowed three times to Gu Qing: "Because I am one of the people from the Liu family, I entered Jiaolan with a purpose in mind."
"And now?"
Gu Qing didn't show any change in emotion, instead of being angry he smiled.
Situ Sheng couldn't quite understand what she was thinking, so he simply explained everything to her.
"Not now, not for a long time. I accepted her money, but I never did anything for her."
Gu Qing suppressed the surprise in his heart.
Liu was a smart and cunning woman. She was surprised that Situ Sheng, a child, could survive under her care until now.
"Aren't you afraid that Liu will get angry?"
Situ Sheng sneered, his expression as defiant as ever, his ruffian aura fully revealed, "Isn't Liu just relying on her status as the concubine of the Gu family to have some filthy silver?"
"I only have one life, why should I be afraid of her? I just need to coax her and deceive her. She usually doesn't look down on me, a little beggar."
Gu Qing raised the corner of his mouth slightly, "You are quite courageous."
"One last question."
Gu Qing's face suddenly turned cold, and Situ Sheng's heart trembled when he saw it.
He knew that the last question had already determined whether he would stay or go.
"That night, why didn't you tell me that you were Aunt Liu's man?"
On the side, Chen Zhizhou, who had been silent all the time, stared at Situ Sheng, his expression becoming increasingly ugly.
He really disliked this kid, but for the sake of Gu Qing's face, he didn't show it.
This kid is so annoying no matter how I look at him. It seems like he is always coveting his things.
"Because I'm afraid that Madam doesn't want me anymore. I want to stay with Jiaolan, stay with Madam." Situ Sheng lowered his head, and like that night, tears fell down his face, which was heartbreaking to see.
Gu Qing's heart softened a bit, but his expression remained unchanged: "You know, once you're unfaithful, you'll never be able to use her again."
"Besides, you approached Jiao Lan with a purpose."
Situ Sheng bit his lower lip, clenched his fists, and said in an unusually firm tone, "Madam! I have not been unfaithful in any way. If you want me to prove my loyalty, I will kill the mother and daughter tonight to prove my sincerity!"
"joke."
Chen Zhizhou looked indifferent, and these two words made Situ Sheng feel ashamed.
“I can do this!”
Situ Sheng's eyes were bloodshot, as if he had made up his mind, and he looked quite scary.
Gu Qing didn't know why Chen Zhizhou was in such a bad mood. It seemed that Situ Sheng had indeed not done anything unfaithful. This time it was thanks to him that he was able to catch Hong Xiao, the spy.
She is currently doing the inventory of the warehouse herself, and she also has to be on guard against the Gu family and the bad guys in the capital on a daily basis, so she is somewhat overwhelmed.
Situ Sheng is a good candidate.
"Time reveals a person's true character. Merits and demerits will be offset. You will stay in Jiaolan for the time being. If I discover any infidelity in the future..."
"Then I will repay you with my life!"
Situ Sheng raised his hand and swore.
Gu Qing waved his hand: "Why would I want your life? If you betray me, I will hand you over to Liu and let you know her methods."
Chen Zhizhou was somewhat dissatisfied with Gu Qing's handling of the matter, but he didn't show it on his face. He immediately drove him away, "Why aren't you leaving yet?"
Situ Sheng stood up and bowed to Gu Qing, looking back every few steps with a reluctant look.
Chen Zhizhou narrowed his eyes slightly, with a hint of danger and vigilance, and strode forward to block Situ Sheng's sight.
"Why are you competing with a child?"
Gu Qing didn't understand and said to him angrily, "Situ Sheng is smarter than ordinary people. I have my own reasons for staying here. You don't have to worry."
Chen Zhizhou said nothing. He turned around, held her hand, and said with a slightly drawn-out tone, "It's time to eat. I'm hungry."
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