Chapter 796: Gu Yanqi Poisoned

“In the future, refrain from such actions. Regardless, such people are in the minority. Hurting those who love and care for you will ultimately lead to your own regret. Deal with those who speak harshly when the opportunity arises,” advised Wang Jinhe.

“If you feel unsatisfied, Nan Qiao has plenty of tools to cause trouble. Just a slight retaliation would suffice, right? Why resort to such powerful weapons? What if you end up harming yourself? You mustn’t misuse these things, you understand?” Wang Jinhe worried that he might act rashly and cautioned him extensively.

Luo Yan not only remained unperturbed but also found joy in it.

Sister-in-law was only so talkative because she cared about him. If she didn’t care, why would she bother? It’s not like she had nothing better to do.

“Sister-in-law, I won’t do it again.”

“Good. Don’t listen to those people’s nonsense. If you’re truly upset, the next time you return, seize the opportunity to teach them a lesson,” instructed Wang Jinhe.

As Su Yu listened to Wang Jinhe instructing them on how to seek revenge, he rubbed his forehead. Should he tell Xiao He that the real deal was pulling pranks and causing trouble for others?

What she was proposing seemed like child’s play.

“Sister-in-law is right. Let’s just teach them a lesson the next time we go back,” Luo Yan agreed.

“Okay.”

Su Yu looked at the unanimous decision they reached with a wry smile. Well, if they were happy, that’s all that mattered. After all, it was simply about giving someone a beating, nothing too serious.

Regardless of how Su Yu felt, it couldn’t dampen Wang Jinhe’s good mood.

However, her good mood didn’t last long.

“Madam, people from the Gu family have arrived,” Yuan Bao walked in from outside, looking serious.

“Why are they here?”

“It’s people from Gu Yanqi’s side. He suddenly fainted, and the doctors couldn’t determine the cause. They want Wan Gu and the others to come and help.”

Wang Jinhe furrowed her brow. “Did Gu Xiruo make a move?”

“Likely.”

Gu Yanqi’s current condition seemed to be a case of poisoning.

“Go and bring Wan Gu here. I’ll take him and Nan Qiao to the Gu family to have a look,” Gu Xiruo didn’t attempt to reconcile with Qing Yukong and resorted to harming Gu Yanqi instead. She remained as ruthless and cunning as ever.

After Wan Gu arrived, the three of them headed to the Gu family.

Su Yu looked at Yuan Bao, “Anything else you want to add?”

“Recently, Young Master Qing Yukong has been acting strangely. He used to adore Gu Xiruo, but now it seems like he doesn’t care about her at all. If Gu Xiruo doesn’t return, he doesn’t inquire about her either. They are living separately, not like a married couple, but more like sworn enemies,” Yuan Bao murmured.

He was somewhat surprised when he learned about this news.

“It’s quite normal. Qing Yukong has a good mother, and Madam Qing is not difficult to get along with. If it weren’t for Qing Yukong, she wouldn’t bother with Gu Xiruo. It’s just that Gu Xiruo isn’t clever enough. Judging by her recent actions, Qing Yukong must hold some grievances against her,” Su Yu explained, considering indifference as the most reasonable response.

Yuan Bao nodded in understanding, realizing the situation.

“Did Gu Xiruo poison Gu Yanqi because she hasn’t given up on being the heir of the Gu family?”

“Gu Xiruo’s ambitions are immense. She has long seen the Gu family as her possession. Now that Gu Yanqi has taken everything from her, she will definitely try to reclaim it. Her first step in regaining the Gu family is to get rid of Gu Yanqi,” Gu Yanqi is a thorn in Gu Xiruo’s side.

No peace until he’s dealt with.

It is somewhat surprising that she could endure until this point. After all, Gu Xiruo is truly peculiar.

When Wang Jinhe and her group arrived, they were invited in by the elder of the Gu family, Gu Qing.

Gu Xiruo, however, blocked Wang Jinhe from entering, stating, “She is not part of the Gu family. Why should you let her in?”

“Who do you think you are? I Pleaded with the princess to save a life. If anything happens to Young Master, Gu Xiruo, you will pay for it,” Gu Qing was furious.

Who wouldn’t understand Gu Xiruo’s schemes by now? Did she think that by stopping the Princess, she could delay treatment for Young Master Gu Yanqi?

“I am the daughter of the Gu family,” Gu Xiruo asserted.

“The daughter of the Gu family? You’re just a foster child. Look around, who still acknowledges you as a daughter? Even your doting father has abandoned you. Do you still have the audacity to flaunt your ‘daughter of the family’ status here?” Gu Qing mocked.

“Don’t think we don’t know what you’re up to. You aim to become the head of the Gu family, don’t you? Let me make this clear today: as long as we’re around, the Gu family will never fall into your hands. Furthermore, your plans are flawed. Even if Young Master Gu Yanqi encounters trouble today, you still cannot become the heir of the Gu family. The one choosing the heir is the Gu family’s aunt, Gu Jiuning. She holds the authority as the head of the family, while you are nothing,” Gu Qing, who used to restrain his disdain for Gu Xiruo due to Gu Sheng, now that Gu Sheng no longer intervened, had no reason to hold back.

“Gu Qing, you…”

“Gu Xiruo, as a foster child, you dare to covet the family’s possessions. You have no fear of overreaching and meeting your end,” Gu Qing said coldly.

“Where is Gu Yanqi? If you want to argue, do it after we see Gu Yanqi,” she had no patience for their squabbles.

One thing Gu Qing said was true; coveting what doesn’t belong to you shows Gu Xiruo’s immense appetite.

“Princess, this way,” she was ushered in despite Gu Xiruo’s attempt to block her.

“Please refrain from obstructing the Princess from aiding the Young Master,” Gu Qing’s men intervened.

Gu Xiruo regretted tearing ties with Gu Sheng so early.

If she hadn’t severed her relationship with Gu Sheng, would Gu Qing and the others dare to treat her this way?

Gu Xiruo suddenly began to contemplate whether she should gradually reconcile with Gu Sheng. It would be ideal if they could return to the way things were before — if Gu Sheng could treat her as well as before, it would be perfect.

If Wang Jinhe were to learn about Gu Xiruo’s thoughts, she would probably say she was too naive.

The group soon arrived at Gu Yanqi’s courtyard.

As soon as they entered, Wan Gu began to examine Gu Yanqi.

Nan Qiao also checked on the side.

“Sister-in-law, Gu Xiruo seems to have some connections. This poison is quite tricky,” Nan Qiao remarked in surprise.

“I think there’s someone with significant expertise in poisoning backing Gu Xiruo. The poison on Gu Yanqi is not something an ordinary person could obtain. Gu Xiruo is just a sheltered young lady; where did she get all this from?”

“I feel like there’s someone highly skilled in poisoning behind Gu Xiruo.” The poison on Gu Yanqi’s body is not something an ordinary person could obtain.

Gu Xiruo is just a sheltered young lady; where did all these things come from?

We’ll have someone look into it later. I wonder if this person is one of the fish in Gu Xiruo’s pond. If so, then Qing Yukong will be under a green grassland^[1]In this text, the phrase “青青草原” (qīng qīng cǎo yuán) refers metaphorically to a situation where everything is peaceful, harmonious, and prosperous. It’s used … Continue reading.” Wang Jinhe said somewhat gleefully.

“Why is it a green grassland sister-in-law?”

“Because green shines.”

“…” It seemed fine, but something felt off.

“Can you two handle this poison?”

“It’s a bit complex, but nothing we can’t handle.”