Chapter 118
Gu Xin originally just couldn't help himself and wanted to go see the new car, but he was inexplicably forced to eat a lot of dog food, and he felt so full that he wanted to vomit.
Until I finally left on the pretext of something, my mind was still filled with the magical sounds of "He loves me so much" and "Having a partner is so happy."
As a result, he didn't even take a good look at the car.
What bad luck.
For several days, Gu Xin was unable to erase the psychological shadow left on him by Gu Jiangkuo - this unreasonable show of force was too much of a blow to single men.
This afternoon, while strolling along the fountain garden within the Gu Mansion, he happened to hear a servant calling out to him, "Master, the master wants you to come over."
When Gu Xin heard the words "Master is looking for you", he became subconsciously nervous, fearing that Gu Zhonghong would question him again about whether he had gone gambling.
However, the last time I looked back, the old man even went to find Abu, but still couldn't get anything out of him.
Abu is my grandfather's confidant. Since he didn't say anything, it shouldn't be a big deal.
Gu Xin was even complacent about this - he tried to keep a low profile and confidential every time he went there, and he also took care of all the people involved. Maybe Abu was really kept in the dark, or because of his status as a young master, he didn't dare to "sow discord" among them.
After all, everyone in the Gu family knows that Gu Xin is the next head of the family, and no one wants to offend him for no reason.
With such complicated feelings, Gu Xin walked into his grandfather's study with some trepidation.
Gu Zhonghong opened his mouth but asked another question. The old man's brows twisted into the shape of a "川" character: "Did you know about Ah Kuo buying a new car?"
Gu Xin: “?”
That was the question. Gu Xin breathed a sigh of relief and said, "I know."
Old Man Gu's displeasure grew. He raised his eyelids, motioning for him to continue. Gu Xin answered without hesitation, "I heard his boyfriend bought it for him. It's the latest Murcielago sports car. His boyfriend, Mr. Jiang, saw that he didn't have a car, so he reserved it for him."
"How do you know so clearly?" Gu Zhonghong asked.
Gu Xin said honestly: "He told me so himself."
Gu Zhonghong: “…………”
Old Master Gu took a deep breath and said, "That little bastard Ah Kuo, does he tell everyone he meets about this?"
Gu Xin nodded.
Not only did he tell everyone he met, he even told the servants and caregivers at home one by one, for fear that others didn't know that he had a beautiful wife who loved him very much.
"Nonsense!" Gu Zhonghong slammed his hand on the table, but because he was too excited, he started coughing violently.
Gu Xin was shocked, "Grandpa..."
Old Master Gu gasped, "Do you know what others are saying about our Gu family?"
Gu Xin hurried forward to help the old man calm down. At the same time, a servant knocked on the door: "Master, do you need to call a doctor?"
"roll!"
The sound outside the door was immediately silenced.
Gu Zhonghong has always been elegant and calm. Gu Xin rarely saw his grandfather so angry, and he was a little panicked. He didn't dare to speak, nor did he dare to ask what outsiders were saying about the Gu family.
Gu Zhonghong didn't explain. After a while, when he had caught his breath, he ordered, "Axin, ask someone to prepare a car for me to go to the company. Also, ask Akuo to come along."
Gu Xin didn't understand what was going on, but he didn't dare to disobey, so he hurried out to do his work.
Gu Zhonghong was left alone in the study, still unable to suppress his anger.
The rumors outside touched his sore spot.
The older Gu Zhonghong gets, the fewer people know about that incident. Now, both the general public and the media respectfully call him "old chairman", tacitly assuming that the Gu family's business empire was founded by him.
Few people remember that he rose to power by marrying a plain-looking rich girl.
This is how people are. The more inferior they are, the more sensitive they are.
With the support of his father-in-law's family, Gu Zhonghong's business grew bigger and bigger. He became more powerful, but he did not dare to divorce his wife. It was not because he was afraid of being accused of being ungrateful, but because he was afraid that the media would talk about him and nail him to the pillar of shame for being a "giver".
Gu Zhonghong couldn't afford to lose face with that person, and he was even more unwilling to see his wealth shrink because of it.
That's why he didn't hesitate to plot to kill his first wife, and then let his illegitimate child replace his son's name and live as "Gu Min", such a bloody drama of replacing the prince with a cat.
Fortunately, there was no Internet in that era, and print media was dominant. The right to speak in public opinion was still in the hands of a few newspapers. As long as they used money and power to bribe reporters all over Singapore, they could cover up the matter.
The so-called truth can only become "rumors" and spread in a small circle with half belief and half doubt.
But now, everyone has their own media, and a mobile phone can spread true and false news all over the city. Today, the news that "the newly recognized eldest son of the Gu family is a gigolo" reached Gu Zhonghong's ears.
"Gu Jiangkuo is a gigolo" was fine, but after a few days of spreading the news, it had turned into:
"Where did this grandson appear? The Gu family has few descendants. Why don't you make such a big announcement? Instead of covering it up?"
"To live off a gigolo is a true family tradition. He must be a grandson."
"I heard they're descendants of the original wife's branch. That's why they didn't give them any status or shares. They must have something to hide."
"So, there's nothing we can do about him being a gigolo. Mr. Gu has such a huge fortune, but he didn't even buy me a car. That kid is really pitiful."
When Mr. Gu sent someone to look for Gu Jiangkuo, he was still in the casino.
The thugs Donggu and Ah Du waited on either side, waiting for the dealer to report to Gu Jiangkuo the details of the big customers' wins and losses today, as well as the identities of the big customers and any noteworthy information they had said during the game.
After the dealer finished his report, they went over to join in the fun: "Brother, these things will eventually be handled by someone else, why are you worrying about this?"
Gu Jiangkuo didn't answer, but gave them a cold look. They both realized that they shouldn't ask questions and immediately shut up. Donggu cleared his throat and said, "It's being rumored...about you, that..."
As if it was difficult to say, Donggu didn't continue.
Gu Jiangkuo raised his eyebrows and motioned him to continue.
Ah Du then continued, "They say you're a gigolo, just like the master."
Gu Jiangkuo: "That's all?"
"That's a pretty good summary," Donggu said, glancing at Gu Jiangkuo's expression and asking curiously, "Brother, aren't you angry? This has become a hot topic."
"It's a big deal." Gu Jiangkuo said with satisfaction, "That's a good thing."
Is this a good thing?
Tunku and Ah Du looked at each other in bewilderment. Although their eldest brother and his beautiful sister-in-law were indeed in love, being rumored to be a gigolo was so embarrassing. How could it be a good thing?
Gu Jiangkuo said calmly, "If nothing unexpected happens, the old man will soon take the initiative to send me money. Isn't this a good thing?"
The two were still confused. Before they could figure it out, the servant of the Gu residence came over and said, "Master Akuo, the master wants to see you. The car is already at the door."
Ah Du and Dong Gu were amazed and all cast inexplicably admiring glances at Gu Jiangkuo. Gu Jiangkuo didn't know what he understood and suddenly emphasized: "The car was really Nuonuo who insisted on buying it for me, mainly because he loves me." It was really not for show, he was just going with the flow.
Tungku, Ah Duk: "..."
Yes, yes, we know that your sister-in-law loves you, and she is beautiful and capable. There is no need to emphasize it anymore.
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Mr. Gu's car stopped at the door. The driver didn't get out to open the door, but Gu Jiangkuo didn't mind. He opened the door himself, got in, and sat down next to Mr. Gu. He called out "Grandpa" in a half-hearted manner, "What do you want to talk to me about?"
When Mr. Gu saw him, he got angry and said, clutching his heart, "Why are you so nonchalant?"
Gu Jiangkuo was surprised: "What's wrong with me?"
Old Master Gu took a deep breath and said, "Do you know what's going on outside now?"
Gu Jiangkuo: "I know, they say I'm a gigolo."
"Knowing you still—"
"They're just jealous that I have such a great partner. Don't worry about it. Besides, I'm just a gigolo. They're not wrong. My wife is amazing. She has a good business sense. She manages such a large group by herself, and it's thriving. She's also beautiful and loves me..."
"That's enough!" Old Master Gu felt his blood pressure rise. "The descendants of the Gu family don't need to live off their parents. Come with me to the company now to draft the equity transfer agreement."
Gu Jiangkuo looked incredulous: "What do you mean?"
Looking at his grandson's silly look, Old Man Gu felt a little better. "Don't be surprised. I promised you that. When Gu Xin came of age, I gave him 2% of the group's shares. Now I'm giving it to you as usual."
Gu Jiangkuo had originally set the "price" at 2% based on this fact, but now he pretended to be unaware of it and said with a touched look, "Thank you, Grandpa."
Old Master Gu said, "You are also a descendant of the Gu family, so naturally, giving your grandchildren equity is essential. Letting you manage the casino is also to train you. In the future... you can assist Ah Xin."
Old Master Gu peered into Gu Jiangkuo's face, trying to discern any clues, but that dark-skinned face showed no suspicious emotions. Gu Jiangkuo simply agreed nonchalantly and began to plan how to dispose of his numerous shares. "Can I sell them for a discount?"
"..." Gu Zhonghong choked, "I can't."
Gu Jiangkuo showed a disappointed look and said, "What about the dividends?"
"The annual dividend is distributed in August." Gu Zhonghong remembered that Gu Jiangkuo was short of money, so he said, "Send your card number to Assistant Chen, and I'll give you some pocket money. Don't ask your boyfriend for money anymore."
Gu Jiangkuo knew that the "pocket money" mentioned by the old man could not be as simple as tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands.
No matter how much it is, it is a windfall and it would be a waste not to take it.
In fact, it is not easy for the old man to renege on the promised shares. After all, he is his "sleeping pill" and Gu Jiangkuo has already grasped the old man's weak spot.
At this moment, because of Jiang Nuo's gift of a car, the situation was slightly fueled, which actually made the old man embarrassed. He decided to give him shares in advance with great fanfare, which was also an unexpected surprise.
At the same time, Mr. Gu was thinking about another thing.
The whole city was in an uproar overnight, and even the old things that had been covered up in the past were dug up. Is it really a coincidence?
Gu Jiangkuo wants shares, but rumors are circulating that "if he is not given shares, it proves that Chairman Gu has something to hide"?
But after observing for so long, he felt that this newly recognized grandson A Kuo did not seem to be such a scheming person.
Could it be...
Was it his handsome boyfriend who came up with the idea?
He had only had a brief encounter with Jiang Nuo, and wasn't sure if he was as capable in business as the legend said. However, he was certainly respectful and impeccable in his dealings with others, displaying a maturity beyond his years. If Ah Kuo had such help, it would be quite difficult.
"Akuo," Gu Zhonghong said abruptly, "I want to host a banquet and introduce you to my friends in the Nanyang business community."
Gu Jiangkuo: “!”
This matter was far beyond his expectations. It was obviously enough to issue an announcement of equity transfer. There was no need to really bring him into the business circle.
Moreover, in what capacity was he introduced? The grandson was his biological grandson, but whose son was he?
Gu Jiangkuo said carefully, "I'm a rough man and may not be used to such celebrity banquets. I'm afraid that I will embarrass you, Grandpa. It's better to let Gu Xin go to this high-end party."
However, this hopeless attitude only made Gu Zhonghong more determined: "You are the protagonist, how can you not go?"
After thinking for a moment, he emphasized, "Dress smartly when the time comes. The banquet my Gu family is hosting will not only have business friends but also some…" He paused and said, "We'll invite some beautiful young male and female models to add to the atmosphere."
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