After the meal, Butler Nita finally spoke, turning her gaze to Gong Ning for the first time, "Third Miss, Nita has come here to ask you for something."
There was a moment of silence in the living room after she said that. Everyone was a little surprised by Nita's directness, but they all knew what Nita wanted without saying a word.
Gong Ning sat down next to Gong Qiaoyu, glaring at him and swatting away his large hand that was trying to ruffle her hair. Hearing this, her expression remained unchanged, and she curled her lips into a smile, saying casually, "What does Butler Nita want from me?"
Seeing that she was so cooperative, Butler Nita breathed a sigh of relief, a glint of shrewdness flashing in her eyes. "As you know, Miss, Her Majesty's greatest wish over the years has been to find the Yuanyu and the jade carving of 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival.' Especially in recent years, Her Majesty's mental and physical condition has deteriorated significantly, which has caused Nita great distress. Therefore, she has spared no effort in searching for the Yuanyu. Last night, I learned that the Yuanyu had been given to Miss, so... Nita has a favor to ask. She hopes that Miss can hand over the Yuanyu to me, in order to please Her Majesty."
Upon hearing this, Gong's parents frowned subconsciously, and even Gong Qiaoyu, who was playing with Gong Ning's hair, paused slightly. Only Gong Xiangru's eyes flashed with light.
“Okay,” Gong Ning readily agreed.
This surprised not only the palace family, but even Butler Nita was taken aback by her easygoing attitude.
She hadn't spent much time with Gong Ning, and in the past, when she came to the Gong family, she had always ignored her as if she were just a background character. Rumor had it that she was shallow and ignorant, but looking at the smiling girl in front of her, she felt a chill run down her spine for some reason.
But having served the Queen for many years, she subtly concealed her emotions and smiled, "Then Nita will thank Miss Nita on behalf of His Majesty. However, His Majesty has decreed that Nita must return to F Country today. Could Miss Nita then entrust Yuanyu to Nita?"
"Okay!"
Nita breathed a sigh of relief at her easygoing attitude, but secretly scoffed. Sure enough, after being away for several years, this third young lady had left her brains behind too.
Lu Weixi and her group looked rather grim. Nita had made their purpose clear when they arrived: they wanted to respect A-Yun's opinion and needed to ask her personally.
Ah Yun, though naive, was unaware that she was doing all the work for someone else.
Lu Weixi wanted to remind her, but A-Yun's filial piety towards her grandmother was very precious, and her simple nature also made people feel sorry for her. She sighed inwardly and did not speak.
Never mind, let her go to France sometime.
My mother has really lost her mind these past few years, letting Nita do as she pleases...
“As her granddaughter, I am truly happy that my grandmother has such a loyal and considerate servant, given how much she values and cherishes her…”
Butler Nita smiled slightly. "Miss, you flatter me. This is what I should do. However, my flight is a bit rushed. Would you mind going to fetch Yuan Yu?"
"Hmm..." Gong Ning smiled slightly, "Butler Nita, before we retrieve the Yuanyu, I have a small question that I'd like you to answer?"
A dark glint flashed in Nita's eyes. She dropped her urgency and became more amiable. "Miss, please speak freely. Nita will answer anything you know!"
"That's right, in whose name is Butler Nita going to deliver the phoenix feather to Grandma?"
Nita's face stiffened, her expression momentarily frozen, but she quickly recovered after a few moments. "Of course, this is in the name of the Third Miss. The Third Miss's filial piety will surely please His Majesty."
“Oh,” Gong Ning tossed her hair and nestled into the sofa, “Then I won’t trouble Butler Nita.”
"What do you mean?" Nita asked instinctively, but her face darkened.
Gong Ning looked up at her, her lips curving slightly. "Grandma and I aren't strangers. The Yuanyu is of great significance to her. Wouldn't it be better if I delivered it myself? However, if Butler Nita insists on taking the Yuanyu from me today, fine. Leave a hundred billion, and I'll give it to you immediately!"
Want to get something for nothing? It depends on whether she's willing or not. Ah Zhou's money didn't grow on trees!
Nita, the butler, left with a dark expression. Gong Qiaoyu patted her little head and spoke for everyone, saying, "A-Yun has learned to protect herself!"
Gong Ning gave a spoiled hum, lifted her fair chin, and looked smug, which made everyone smile.
Today was the usual high-level meeting of the Gong Group. Gong Xiaojing and Gong Qiaoyu were going to the company, and Gong Xiangru followed along, wearing a reserved and proper smile. However, the smile quickly froze on her face.
Gong Ning linked arms with Gong Xiaojing, clearly intending to leave together. Gong Xiangru had a vague guess in her mind and couldn't help but ask, "Is A-Yun also going to the company?"
Lu Weixi straightened Gong Ning's collar and cuffs, and a smile bloomed on her face when she heard this, "Yes, A-Yun is an adult now, let her go to the company to take a look."
Previously, when Gong Ning told Gong Xiaojing that she wanted to join the Gong Group, the couple were almost overjoyed. The fact that she could go to the company and get involved with the Gong family's businesses showed that she was trying to accept the Gong family.
Gong Xiangru heard the answer she had guessed, and her heart sank. Then she saw Lu Weixi's gentle and warm smile and was stunned.
Since Gong Ning returned, she seemed to have never seen Lu Weixi's stern, silent face again. A dark glint flashed in Gong Xiangru's eyes, and she clenched her hands tightly.
No, what belongs to her, Gong Ning can't take away.
After the World Federation of Literary and Art Circles' semi-finals, the bidding for the cultural heritage project will begin soon. If she passes the semi-finals smoothly, the project will be in the hands of the Gong family, and her position in the Gong family will be secured.
Gong Ning's attempt to steal the fruits of her years of planning is nothing short of delusional.
Going to the company is fine; it'll be a good opportunity for Gong Ning to see the differences between herself and others, and to understand her own capabilities.
Thinking of this, the subtle stiffness on Gong Xiangru's face instantly disappeared. "That's right, A-Yun has never been to the company. Now, your second sister will show you around!"
Gong Qiaoyu's gaze swept over Gong Xiangru, his eyes flickering slightly.
**
Gong Xiangru is only eighteen years old, but her position in the Gong Group is already not to be underestimated, as can be seen from the enthusiastic greetings she received as soon as she entered the building.
Due to the changing global situation, the protection of cultural relics has become a hot topic worldwide, attracting widespread public attention.
Gong Xiangru used her talent in carving to create many excellent nut carving works, becoming the chief designer of the Gong family's carving creation department.
Her design elements are incorporated into the flagship products of the Gong family every year, which is deeply appreciated by the senior management of the Gong family.
With her participation in the World Federation of Literary and Art Circles semi-finals this year imminent, coinciding with the bidding for a cultural heritage protection project launched by the United Government, the entire Gong family is paying close attention to Gong Xiangru's participation this year.
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