Chapter 203 The Calmness of Adults
The atmosphere in the private room was a bit strange.
The effects of the medication on Tang Susu's body hadn't worn off yet, but she was desperately trying to endure it, shrinking into a corner of the sofa and hugging herself tightly, trying her best to suppress herself from moving.
Gu Feng wanted to ask a few questions, so he glanced at Xia Zhen beside him.
Xia Zhen sat on the sofa with her arms crossed, her left leg crossed over her right leg. She sat upright with a blank expression.
No one knew what she was thinking, but in this posture, her exquisite beauty was enhanced by a sharp edge, giving people an inexplicable feeling of being unapproachable.
Gu Feng's suspicions became more and more certain; she must be the eldest daughter of the Xia family.
Thinking about how his family had previously wanted him to meet the eldest daughter of the Xia family and develop a good relationship, Gu Feng felt a strange and subtle feeling in his heart.
He then looked at Tang Susu.
Tang Susu still had a red handprint on the left side of her face. Xia Zhen had hit her hard with that slap, and the sound of the slap still seemed to echo in her ears.
Gu Feng thought to himself, "Thank goodness I refused back then."
Ten minutes later, Butler He arrived with his men. He first addressed Xia Zhen as "Miss," then glanced at the disheveled Tang Susu and said to the people behind him, "Take the Second Miss to the hospital."
Someone went over and helped Tang Susu, whose mind was in complete disarray, out the door.
The Xia family had already given instructions along the way that Tang Susu would go to the Xia family's hospital and would never let more people know what she had gone through today.
Butler He's gaze fell on Gu Feng, and he smiled kindly, "Young Master Gu, what brings you here?"
Although Butler He is old, he can recognize almost anyone with a bit of fame in the circle. Having been able to stay by Old Master Xia's side for decades, it is no exaggeration to say that Butler He is an all-rounder.
Gu Feng explained, "I made an appointment with a friend to come here, but I didn't expect to run into the second young lady of the Xia family here."
He was actually a little nervous because he knew very well that he had just happened to run into Tang Susu, who had been tricked. He said he hadn't done anything, and it would be hard for outsiders to believe him.
Butler He's expression was warm and friendly, showing no sign of suspicion. "Does Young Master Gu know our Second Miss?"
Gu Feng said, "I met her once a long time ago, but I still don't know her name."
That happened during summer vacation.
Gu Feng went to his family's mountain villa to escape the summer heat, but he got bored after a while, so he decided to go for a walk. However, he overestimated his physical condition and suffered from heatstroke when he reached a grove of trees, feeling dizzy and lightheaded.
Just as he was about to fall, someone came over and caught him.
The girl spoke softly, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead as she struggled to help him out of the woods.
Only then did the people in the villa realize that something had happened to him.
But when the girl saw his friend arrive, she left without even leaving her name. Later, he happened to see a photo his friend had taken at the resort, and unfortunately, one of the passersby in the photo was this girl.
Gu Feng took the photo and kept it safe, hoping to meet her again.
Butler He smiled politely, “Speaking of which, more than twenty years ago, Young Master Gu’s grandfather and our Mr. Xia once played cards at the same table. In recent years, the two families have had less contact, but I think that if Mr. Xia could see Young Master Gu’s elegant and refined appearance, he would definitely be happy for Mr. Gu.”
Gu Feng's smile was somewhat forced. "You're too kind. Miss Xia helped me before. Today I just came to sing karaoke with a friend. I didn't see or hear anything."
Butler He smiled slightly and said, "Then I won't disturb you any longer. Have fun, Young Master Gu."
Gu Feng politely said goodbye and left the private room.
Butler He took a few steps forward, looking at Xia Zhen, who still had a stern face, with affection, and softened his voice, "Miss did the right thing today."
Xia Zhen looked up and said, "When Grandpa finds out that I slapped Tang Susu, he might come after me."
"Miss, don't you know the old man's temper? He's all bark and no bite. He does feel guilty towards the second young lady, but you are the granddaughter he watched grow up. I know very well who he will favor in his heart."
Grandpa Xia scolded Xia Yu every day for being a rebellious son, but Xia Zhen was not "hated because of the house".
In recent years, the old man has indeed rarely gone out to participate in any activities, but it's not that he has never gone out at all. For example, five years ago, the old man was invited by an old friend to go fishing at a manor in the suburbs.
A few rich young men were probably bragging to their friends. Someone mentioned that Grandpa Xia's granddaughter was still young, but it was already clear that she would definitely be a great beauty in the future, although she had a bad temper.
A boy of about fifteen or sixteen said in a cocky tone, "A bad temper is what makes it challenging. Once you're in my bed, even the most chaste and virtuous woman will have to become..."
Before he could finish speaking, a cane came crashing down on his head.
Grandpa Xia, though old and vigorous, was just passing by when he overheard a young man spouting nonsense. The young man started hitting people, and the people around him couldn't stop him for a moment.
Later, the boy was hospitalized, and Grandpa Xia was also hospitalized because he got angry.
Xia Yu came upon hearing the news. "You're so old. Can't you be less impulsive? Calmness is a quality an adult should have."
Grandpa Xia: "That brat dared to insult my granddaughter, of course I have to teach him a lesson!"
After hearing the whole story, Xia Yu didn't say anything. He simply calmly unbuttoned his cufflinks, loosened his tie, and went to the next ward. He then pulled the boy with bandages off the bed and beat him up again.
Of course, Xia Zhen was not informed of this matter.
Why would a girl tell a man about his violent and ruthless ways?
Grandpa Xia is known for his harsh words and love of boasting, and Xia Yu inherited this trait from him. From a businessman's perspective, Grandpa Xia does want to maximize profits in his granddaughter's marriage, but to be honest, he hasn't really done anything excessive to Xia Zhen.
Butler He asked with concern, "Did today's events frighten Miss?"
Xia Zhen shook her head and said, "I saw Mu Zhijing."
Butler He's eyes flickered slightly. He said, "I will remind the old gentleman about this. Miss, I will take you back to school."
"No need, I'll go back with my roommate. Grandpa He has come all this way, so you should go back and rest early."
The young lady has grown up and has her own social circle.
Butler He didn't insist. He gave Xia Zhen a few more instructions to take good care of herself and left without lingering.
He also needed to go to the hospital to keep an eye on Tang Susu's condition.
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