Chapter 109 Green Hat
A black Rolls-Royce drove into the Gu family mansion.
In contrast to the cold silence inside the car, the old house was filled with joy.
New silk was wrapped around the pillars, and large red lanterns hung under the eaves.
Even those few old ginkgo trees in the courtyard,
The branches were also covered with small red lanterns.
As soon as the car came to a stop, Gu Jingcheng's gaze fell on the old man at the door.
Gu Huojun stood alone at the door, leaning on his cane.
The autumn wind tousled his hair, and the wrinkles on his face deepened.
His eyes, however, shone brightly, filled with a stubborn anticipation.
He stared straight at the direction of the car door.
Gu Jingcheng's heart skipped a beat, and a sour feeling welled up in his throat.
Father... has really gotten old.
During the month he was immersed in investigating the truth,
Time accelerated its erosion of him.
Gu Jingcheng unconsciously tightened his grip on the paternity test report.
"What are you standing there for? Get down here now!"
Gu Huojun, leaning on his cane, came to greet him.
Gu Jingcheng got out of the car and took his father's arm.
Should we tell Father about that mother and son now?
Tell him that his precious eldest grandson is not from the Gu family.
It was Zhao Qiluo who put the green hat on her elder brother.
Revealing this before his 70th birthday seems too cruel.
But,
Are we to let that woman who deceived my elder brother and tainted the Gu family bloodline be allowed to...
And Gu Xuan, who is not a member of the Gu family.
She will continue to act as the eldest son's widow and eldest grandson.
They enjoy honors and wealth that do not belong to them.
May my elder brother never find peace in the afterlife!
Gu Jingcheng's heart hardened.
The Gu family will not tolerate such deception and defilement!
He was manipulated by that mother and son.
Gu Jingcheng opened his mouth.
"Dad, it's windy outside, why don't you wait inside?"
"Hmph, can't I even wait for my son?"
"The housekeeper is long-winded, and so are you. I'm not so old that I can't stand the wind!"
"You were vague on the phone, so I guessed you were going to bring me some surprise?"
The old man's eyes shone brightly, filled with deep anticipation.
"My birthday is the day after tomorrow, isn't it... that you've finally agreed to let my daughter-in-law..."
Did you bring it back for me to see?
"..."
Gu Jingcheng felt as if his heart was being gripped.
I felt a tightness in my chest.
"Dad, go inside first."
Qin Simiao walked towards him with a grin.
"Uncle! You're finally back!"
This past month, he's been elusive, appearing and disappearing without a trace.
I almost thought you'd immigrated!
Gu Jingcheng noticed that the silver hair on his head had suddenly turned black.
That was somewhat unexpected.
"Qin Simiao, why aren't you at work? What are you doing loitering around here?"
Qin Simiao's eyes were filled with resentment.
"Don't even mention it! My boss, Mr. Lin..."
It's practically a work machine!
I haven't been able to catch my breath for half a month.
I finally got a day off today!
I have to accompany her to the factory in the countryside for an inspection tomorrow.
Gu Jingcheng's heart skipped a beat.
Lin Wei.
The name gradually became clearer in his mind, carrying a stinging sensation.
He hasn't contacted her for almost a month.
During this period, he was like a wound-up machine.
It keeps running, shielding everything around it from view.
She also seemed to be immersed in her work.
Is she still angry?
Gu Jingcheng's throat tightened as he helped Gu Huojun into the old house.
After dinner, Gu Jingcheng sat absentmindedly on the sofa.
Scrolling through WeChat,
Mrs. Gu's chat window remained unchanged from one month ago.
Before he sent that "I'm sorry" message.
Gu Jingcheng felt uneasy.
She was really angry.
I got up and went upstairs.
I dialed Lin Wei's video call.
Lin Wei is working overtime at the company.
Tomorrow I'm going to the factory located in the northernmost part of Jiangcheng.
Check the progress of Qin's OEM project.
I originally planned to go alone, but considering Qin Simiao's identity...
I decided to take him with me anyway.
Moreover, the factory is in a remote location, and having a male companion would make her feel more at ease.
Lin Wei rubbed her temples.
I got up and got a cup of coffee.
Continue reviewing the production schedule sent by the factory.
At the current pace, there should be about two weeks left.
Qin's chip manufacturing project can be delivered.
Qin Simiao is also going back to Ancheng.
She was considering whether she should hire an assistant.
Take over his position.
The phone rang on the table. Lin Wei glanced at it.
It was a banquet in Yanzhou.
She hesitated for a moment, but still answered the call.
"Weiwei, thank you for your help with my sister's matter."
Lin Wei was stunned for a moment.
Ever since she learned of Shi Yanzhou's feelings for her that went beyond friendship...
She has been intentionally distancing herself, and we haven't been in contact for a long time.
She didn't want to get too close to him or give him any illusions.
"No need to thank me. Nuannuan and I are good friends. This is what I should do."
Although she wasn't the one who suppressed the trending topics about Shi Nuan and Qin Simiao.
But Shi Nuan had specifically asked her to admit it.
The Qin family wields considerable influence in Jiangcheng.
Naturally, they wouldn't allow their young master to be embroiled in scandals.
They had already taken the initiative to suppress the news.
Shi Nuan just didn't want her family to worry.
Let her be the unsung hero in the open.
"Weiwei, it's been so long since I've seen you."
If you're free tomorrow night, let's have dinner together.
Lin Wei's fingers tightened unconsciously around her phone.
Shi Yanzhou's voice remained gentle.
With that familiar expectation,
A pang of pity crossed her mind.
"Brother Yanzhou, the company has been quite busy lately."
Several projects have piled up at once, maybe next time.
There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone.
a long time.
A gentle male voice came through.
"Okay, work comes first."
"But remember to rest, don't just keep busy."
Remember to eat on time.
Lin Wei felt a pang of sadness and hung up the phone.
Standing in front of the huge floor-to-ceiling window, looking at the neon lights outside.
But unconsciously, I thought of the man I hadn't contacted for a month.
She couldn't help but laugh at herself, "Didn't I promise myself I would forget him?"
He really is someone who can just leave without hesitation.
For the past month, it's as if I've vanished into thin air.
Not a single message, not a single phone call.
It was decisive and straightforward, just like the feelings between them.
It was all her own delusion.
Thinking of this, a sharp pain gripped her heart.
Lin Wei took a deep breath, trying to banish Gu Jingcheng's image from her mind.
The cell phone on the desk suddenly rang.
Lin Wei turned around subconsciously.
Seeing Gu Jingcheng's name on the screen,
My heart was racing for no reason, pounding against my chest.
Lin Wei hesitated for a long time before pressing the answer button.
The screen lit up, and the man's handsome face with its sharp features filled the entire screen.
However, he seemed to have lost some weight.
A sense of weariness lingered between his brows.
Gu Jingcheng was wearing dark silk pajamas.
His collar was casually open, revealing a patch of wheat-colored chest.
And the collarbone that is faintly visible.
Lin Wei's heart skipped a beat, and her throat involuntarily bobbed slightly.
She quickly looked away, focusing her gaze on his eyes.
"Mr. Gu, is there anything I can help you with?"
Gu Jingcheng's gaze fell on Lin Wei's face.
Her forced composure resembled that of a little hedgehog with its quills raised.
His heart tightened, and a feeling of heartache and guilt filled his chest.
Her voice softened unconsciously.
"Weiwei, what are you doing?"
"work overtime."
Lin Wei's voice was indifferent and detached, revealing no emotion whatsoever.
Gu Jingcheng stood up from the single sofa, took his car keys, and went downstairs.
"Why are you working overtime so late?"
I'll come pick you up.
"No need, I've already driven."
The man seemed not to have heard her refusal and hung up the phone.
Lin Wei sat in the large office chair, slightly dazed.
I don't know whether I should wait here for Gu Jingcheng to pick me up.
But deep down, a sense of anticipation arose.
I look forward to seeing the man I haven't seen in so long.
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