"Young Miss, haven't you noticed that you've been in better spirits lately?"
Wang Ma suddenly appeared out of nowhere and said this out of the blue.
Yan Miao was already used to her like this. She took the fruit platter and blinked curiously, "Is there?"
"Yes! In this heat, even with the air conditioning on in the villa, you can still faint from the heat after just a few steps outside! For some reason, I feel like all the aches and pains in my body have disappeared these past few days, and my gout has improved a lot too!"
Aunt Wang handed over another box of homemade pudding.
"Maybe it's because the old lady has stopped causing trouble, and you're not used to it, hahaha!"
Yan Miao took a bite, and the texture was bouncy and smooth, with a rich milk flavor mixed with the refreshing aroma of mango!
She didn't stop talking, and quickly gave Wang Ma a thumbs up in praise.
"What you said makes sense. It's much easier for the old lady if she doesn't cause trouble..."
Wang Ma chuckled to herself as she turned and went back to the kitchen to check on the dishes she was stewing.
"bite--"
My phone beeped.
It was delayed!
The text message was in his usual style: simple and clear, just a single sentence.
Are you available now?
—Dead, do not disturb!
Yan Miao didn't receive a reply from Chi Rang, but she did receive a phone call from him!
It seems there's something really urgent!
"Hello--"
A soft, gentle voice came through the microphone.
Chi Rang could only imagine how relaxed the girl on the other side must be!
He didn't want to bother her, but things happened so suddenly, and maybe she could find a solution!
Chi Rang explained the whole story clearly over the phone.
The Gu Group is one of the top construction companies in the city, and the Gu, Yan, and Chi families are long-time partners.
Recently, the three companies jointly invested in a natural scenic area.
Although the location is remote, it boasts beautiful scenery and abundant natural resources. If developed well, the returns will definitely exceed expectations!
Today was originally the day the three companies were supposed to sign the contract, scheduled for 8:08 AM.
Business people value auspicious meanings, so all three companies attached great importance to this signing ceremony!
Chi Rang was sent by Madam Chi, while Yan Xu was sent by Madam Yan. Both of them arrived early.
However, the agreed time passed, but the Gu family did not send anyone over, not even a phone call!
Only after asking did I learn that Grandpa Gu had fainted at home and had been rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment!
What's outrageous is that Chairman Gu actually believed that the old man's illness was caused by the Yan family, and even claimed to have evidence, so he had Yan Chengjun detained in the hospital when he went to visit him!
Which hospital is the person in?
After learning the exact address, Yan Miao grabbed her car keys and drove there herself.
This time, she didn't need a driver to take her. Otherwise, before she could even get to the hospital and get the important business done, she would have vomited until she was completely disoriented!
When she arrived, Chi Rang and Yan Xu were waiting at the elevator entrance of the underground parking garage, ready to go up with her.
When they arrived at the door of the emergency room, they saw Gu Cisheng, chairman of the Gu Group, clinging tightly to the operating room door.
Tears, as big as beans, streamed down her face like they were free!
He doesn't look like a cunning old fox who has dominated the business world for decades!
[Old Master Gu only had one son, Gu Cisheng. The Gu family prospered early, but unlike other wealthy families, they didn't have the sordid habits of keeping illegitimate children. The two of them were truly a loving father and filial son! Now that the old master is in trouble, it's normal for Gu Cisheng to be anxious.]
But why should my dad be deducted from his account?!
Yan Miao stepped forward aggressively.
Given that she looked like that, Yan Xu didn't dare to get too close to her!
Yan Chengjun was blocked on the bench in front of the operating room by two bodyguards from the Gu family, and couldn't go anywhere.
His reaction was calm.
When the bodyguards saw someone approaching, they reached out to stop them, but Yan Miao quickly grabbed both of their wrists.
One powerful push!
With just one movement, the two of them instantly collapsed to the ground, completely unable to resist!
Those who noticed this gasped in shock, and then—
His eyes were wide open, like saucers!
Did they do anything to you?
Yan Miao looked worried.
Upon seeing him, her eyes no longer held their usual innocent and naive gaze; instead, they subtly revealed a hint of murderous intent.
"Honey, don't worry, I'm fine!"
Yan Chengjun was also completely confused. He rushed to the hospital as soon as he received the news.
The scene became chaotic!
The Gu family was in chaos. Gu Zhaoning cried and shook the old man, while Gu Cisheng looked miserable as he forced himself to sign the surgical consent form.
Without saying a word, the bodyguard grabbed him!
He wouldn't actually do it; he and Gu Cisheng had been friends for decades, so he was confident in that.
The old man was so busy crying through the crack in the door that he hadn't said a word to him, and he had no idea what had happened.
"Chairman Gu, we were also surprised by what happened to the old man. However, doing business requires a spirit of contract. Your actions are a sign of disregard for both of our families."
At this point, the best course of action is to delay speaking.
He patiently stepped forward, but his words and actions suggested he wasn't someone who was easy to negotiate with.
Gu Cisheng suddenly erupted in an instant!
He glared fiercely at Yan Chengjun, "Old Yan, others would go to great lengths for their brothers, but you're stabbing your brother in the back for no reason!"
"You old bastard, at least explain what happened clearly so I can die knowing why! You don't say anything, all you do is cry, I'm ashamed of you!"
Yan Chengjun also lost his temper, and like elementary school students arguing, he unleashed a torrent of abuse at Gu Cisheng.
"My father is my life. If you harm him, you harm me!"
Gu Cisheng's tone held an unusual childlike quality, along with a hint of grievance.
"Chairman Gu, please explain clearly what exactly happened."
Yan Miao was at a loss for what to do.
It's like when your friend is bullied, you rush over angrily, your fists clenched.
It was just as embarrassing to find out that the person opposite me was an elementary school student!
"What happened? Doesn't he know? It was only because he knew it was a birthday gift from you that the old man dared to bring it into his room and display it there. He put it by his bedside for good luck. I never expected that something like this would happen after only a few days!"
"His health wasn't good to begin with, and this morning he couldn't even breathe on his own; he was foaming at the mouth! Old Yan, you have to give me an explanation!"
Gu Cisheng wiped away his tears as he made his accusations.
"A birthday gift? What kind of birthday gift?"
Yan Chengjun was completely confused.
"It was a birthday gift from the Yan family to my grandfather for his 70th birthday!"
Gu Zhaoning was afraid that he wouldn't recognize her, so she ran forward crying.
Yan Chengjun was even more confused. "The old man's 70th birthday hasn't even arrived yet, and I haven't even sent my gift!"
His words left the group looking at each other in bewilderment, unsure of what to do.
Gu Cisheng also realized something was wrong and quickly asked Gu Zhaoning, "Who gave you the birthday gift?"
Gu Zhaoning stammered and dared not utter a sound.
"explain!"
"It was given by Qingqing. She said it represented the Yan family's wish for Grandpa's good health and long life..."
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