Shen Zhi Qiu learned of Gu Sui An's death the next day.
Shen Zhi Qiu gripped her phone, the screen filled with headlines about the Gu family, each one reporting the sudden death of Gu Suian from a heart attack. Her hands trembled unconsciously on the keyboard, a sense of reality she didn't want to accept yet couldn't escape welling up inside her. She took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down, and then, with trembling hands, dialed Mu Ziqi's number.
The phone rang a few times before being answered, and Shen Zhi Qiu immediately heard Mu Zi Qi's suppressed sobs.
Shen Zhi Qiu's heart sank to the bottom. She closed her eyes, her throat feeling like it was blocked by something. She tried to make her voice sound calm, "Mom, I just saw the news, is it... is it true?"
There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, followed by suppressed sobs. Then Mu Ziqi's voice came through again, this time her crying was clearer, "It's true, Zhi Qiu. Your father... he passed away last night."
Shen Zhi Qiu felt a sudden wave of dizziness, and her phone almost slipped from her hand. She quickly gripped the phone tightly, her voice trembling and weak, "How could this happen... how could this be..."
Mu Ziqi's voice was filled with endless grief, "Qingyan came home last night and they had an argument. Your father suddenly had a heart attack and died. There was no time to save him."
"Mom, I'll be there this afternoon," Shen Zhi Qiu said, biting her lip hard. She knew that Mu Zi Qi needed someone to be with her at this moment.
"My child, please don't come again. I know your feelings." Mu Ziqi's voice was full of sorrow, but she was still thinking of her.
"Mom, I definitely have to go see Dad off. Don't worry, I'll be there this afternoon," Shen Zhi Qiu insisted.
No matter what, she had to see them off, since she had long regarded Gu Jia's parents as her own.
After hanging up the phone, Shen Zhi Qiu slumped weakly into her chair. Her vision blurred, and tears silently streamed down her cheeks. She simply couldn't believe this cruel reality. Gu Suian's kind face lingered in her mind, and now, he was gone forever.
Shen Zhi Qiu quickly booked a flight to Nancheng and then went upstairs to pack her things.
Rong Mo, who was at the company, also saw the news and immediately called Shen Zhi Qiu.
Upon learning that Shen Zhi Qiu was flying to Nancheng that afternoon, Rong Mo said, "Then I'll go with you."
"No need, brother, you've been busy lately." Shen Zhi Qiu shook her head and refused. "If you're really worried, then let Wei Qiao come with me."
“I should go too. Gu Qingyan’s parents treat you like their own daughter. Dad is away on a business trip abroad and can’t come back for the time being. No matter what, I should go and see him off.” Rong Mo said gently, “Wait for me at home. I’ll come pick you up to go to the airport in a bit.”
Shen Zhi Qiu could only nod, "Okay, then I'll wait for you."
After finishing the phone call, Shen Zhi Qiu went upstairs to be with the children. After watching the children fall asleep, Shen Zhi Qiu sat on the edge of the bed, somewhat lost in thought. Zhou Xiao Ran hugged Shen Zhi Qiu with heartache, not knowing what to say for a moment. One thing after another had left Shen Zhi Qiu feeling utterly exhausted.
"I'm fine, Xiao Ran." Shen Zhi Qiu forced a smile, but it was very bitter. She turned her head away to hide it.
Zhou Xiaoran didn't say anything, but gently took her hand and said, "Be careful and come back soon."
Shen Zhi Qiu nodded and went downstairs with her suitcase.
Before long, Rong Mo returned with Wei Qiao, and the three of them, dressed in black, immediately set off for the airport.
A few hours later, they arrived at the memorial service.
From afar, Shen Zhi Qiu saw that the memorial service was very grand. Mu Zi Qi was dressed in black with a white flower in her hair. She stood at the door, receiving the care of each person who came to mourn, nodding expressionlessly.
Standing beside her was Gu Suiping, dressed in black. He was expressing his gratitude to each of the mourners. Although his face was also filled with sorrow, when no one noticed him, Shen Zhi Qiu keenly spotted the smile in the corner of his eye.
Yes! With Gu Suian dead and Gu Qingyan now so hopeless and willingly degenerate for Xiao Wanqing, the only person in charge of the company will inevitably be Gu Suiping. It's truly heaven helping him! No wonder he's so smug.
Shen Zhi Qiu felt a sharp pain in her heart. She quickly walked to Mu Zi Qi's side, hugged her tightly, and whispered, "Mom, I'm sorry I'm late."
Mu Ziqi, who had been expressionless and seemed like a walking corpse, hugged Shen Zhi Qiu tightly when she realized it was Shen Zhi Qiu. Tears welled up instantly. "Zhi Qiu, you're here. My good child, you've worked so hard."
"Mom, please don't say that." Shen Zhi Qiu couldn't hold back any longer, choking back tears as she hugged Mu Zi Qi. "Mom, please accept my condolences."
When Gu Suiping saw Shen Zhi Qiu, he couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. He walked over and said in a low voice, "Oh, who do we have here? It's Qing Yan's ex-wife! It's rare that you would still think of coming to a place like this after the divorce."
Mu Ziqi raised her head, about to get angry, when she heard a threatening remark.
"If the tongue can't speak, it's better to cut it off."
Wei Qiao walked beside Rong Mo, and before Rong Mo could speak, Wei Qiao coldly addressed Gu Suiping.
"Who the hell are you? How dare you spout such nonsense here? Do you know who I am?" Gu Suiping's expression changed, and he said through gritted teeth.
“I know, but it doesn’t matter. I dare to say it, and I dare to do it. If you don’t believe me, you can try.” Wei Qiao sneered.
Gu Suiping was about to step forward to argue, but Wei Qiao blocked his way and said in a low voice, "If you want everyone to see you make a fool of yourself, go ahead and cause trouble. Anyway, it's not our Rong family that will lose face."
"The Rong family?" Gu Suiping pursed his lips, pondering.
Rong Mo walked up to Mu Ziqi and bowed slightly. "Aunt Mu, I'm sorry we're late. Please accept my condolences."
"Xiao Mo, you're here too." Mu Ziqi looked haggard, but still managed to force a smile.
"Mom, where's Grandpa?" Shen Zhi Qiu looked around but didn't see her grandfather. She was worried because her grandfather was so old and had a heart condition.
“Your grandfather is inside,” Mu Ziqi wiped away her tears, but the tears kept falling like beads from a broken string. “When you see your grandfather later, you should try to comfort him. He likes you the most, and your presence will bring him some comfort.”
“Okay, then I’ll go in and see Grandpa first.” Shen Zhi Qiu frowned, looking worried.
As soon as he finished speaking, a commotion arose behind him.
When Shen Zhi Qiu turned around, she saw that it was the Shen family who had arrived.
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