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Qing Yukong’s voice was eerily calm, leaving her momentarily unsure of his thoughts.
Qing Yukong had been waiting for Gu Xiruo to exhibit the expected attitude and apologize, but she remained silent.
After returning to the Gu residence, she had no intention of returning, which angered him greatly.
Uncharacteristically, he refrained from seeking out Gu Xiruo.
He had wanted to see when Gu Xiruo would return, but unexpectedly, she arrived when Gu Yanqi encountered trouble.
Seeing Gu Xiruo, he had anticipated feeling happy, yet he remained unusually composed, simply observing her, curious about her next move.
Is it going to be an apology or just turning and leaving?
“I am not…”
“Enough, do as you wish.” Qing Yukong was ready to leave. He couldn’t control Gu Xiruo, nor did he want to anymore.
He was determined to help Gu Xiruo establish herself firmly in the Qing family, but she had foolishly offended her mother.
Having spent an extended period at the Gu residence, the Qing family’s opinion of her had soured significantly. If she continued like this, she would only be causing trouble for herself.
“I’ve said what needed to be said. What comes next is up to you,” Qing Yukong concluded before heading back into the house.
As Gu Xiruo watched Qing Yukong preparing to leave, she felt a sense of foreboding. If Qing Yukong truly left today, she might never be able to return to the Qing family.
And she would also lose a supporter.
“I… I will go apologize to Mother.” Gu Xiruo hurriedly reached out, grasping Qing Yukong’s arm, looking at him with a pitiful gaze as she earnestly spoke.
Qing Yukong frowned, scrutinizing Gu Xiruo, trying to discern the sincerity behind her words.
“Suit yourself.”
The person Wang Jinhe had sent to monitor Gu Xiruo observed her following Qing Yukong back, then hurried to report to Wang Jinhe.
“Madam, Gu Xiruo has gone back with Qing Yukong, seemingly prepared to bow in apology.”
“Oh? Gu Xiruo willing to bow in apology, now that’s interesting.” How could someone as arrogant and self-important as Gu Xiruo bring themselves to apologize?
Especially to someone who had caused her so much trouble?
“Yuan Bao, what do you think Madam Qing should do next? Also, make sure there are arrangements in place so that Gu Yanqi doesn’t pass away in confusion while still unconscious,” Wang Jinhe instructed.
“It has been taken care of.”
“He’ll be fine with Wan Gu and Nan Qiao here. Let’s head back.”
“Continue monitoring the Qing residence.”
“Understood.”
Yuan Bao followed Wang Jinhe back to the mansion. Just as they left, Gu Sheng arrived, feeling a sense of unease upon seeing Wang Jinhe’s departure.
Gu Qing looked at Gu Sheng and remarked, “Regretting now? Why didn’t you act sooner?”
“Don’t think we are unaware of everything.” Gu Qing stared at Gu Sheng, who appeared hesitant to speak, and spoke coldly.
Gu Sheng frowned at Gu Qing, feeling uneasy. “Even though I’ve let Gu Yanqi take charge now, I am still the head of the family.”
“The head of the family? Do you even look like a head of the family? It’s embarrassing to hear you say such things.”
“Other families’ heads are solely focused on improving their family’s prosperity. Yet our Gu family’s head is exceptional, only concerned with passing the family’s wealth to his adopted daughter,” Gu Qing’s words left Gu Sheng utterly humiliated.
“Not to mention embezzling the late Madam’s dowry. Do you have any shame?”
Gu Sheng had no rebuttal to these accusations. These were all actions he had taken.
“Back then, you boldly made grandiose statements in front of the Prince and Princess for Gu Xiruo. Now, you’re plotting against the Princess. Do you really think they are unaware of everything?” After observing for a long time, Gu Qing had come to realize that the Princess was not just a simple peasant girl as she appeared on the surface.
Just because she doesn’t like to argue doesn’t mean she doesn’t truly care.
Not enjoying messy situations doesn’t mean she can’t handle them well.
“You…”
“You look after yourself. Treat Gu Xiruo well in the future, so she doesn’t have to come back again.” Gu Qing spoke cryptically.
With that, Gu Sheng was left speechless and could only turn and leave.
For Gu Xiruo, she was now like a thorn in his heart.
Another elder approached Gu Qing, looking concerned, “Are you sure nothing will go wrong?”
“No, the Gu family is no longer under his sole authority,” Gu Qing stated bluntly, dismissing any further discussion.
Those around them fell silent.
Since the assessment of the young master’s leadership began, Gu Sheng’s control over the Gu family had significantly diminished.
After returning to the mansion, Wang Jinhe called upon Wan Feng and Lin Zixun to discuss matters regarding the workshop, completely putting aside the affairs of the Gu and Qing families.
Standing at the doorway, Su Yu watched Wang Jinhe engaging earnestly with Wan Feng and the others, a look of resignation in his eyes.
Can’t this girl spare a moment for her husband?
“I believe the workshop on the madam’s side would be suitable for the children’s toys you previously mentioned,” Lin Zixun remarked after careful consideration.
Having heard much about children’s toys and seen many sketches drawn by Wang Jinhe, he found the topic intriguing, despite his age.
Since arriving in the capital, he had learned that the toys being produced there were quite simple, mainly consisting of toy cars. Given this, why not venture into producing the remaining toy designs from the sketches in hand?
Lin Zixun’s reminder finally jogged Wang Jinhe’s memory about the sketches she had on hand.
Rubbing her chin thoughtfully, Wang Jinhe remarked, “If you hadn’t reminded me, I might have forgotten about these things in my possession.”
“Now that we have a general direction, we need someone to manage the workshop, someone we can trust.” But who could fill this role?
Finding someone trustworthy and capable was no easy task.
“Madam, you could ask the young master if he has any good recommendations.”
After considering for a moment, Wang Jinhe nodded in agreement. “You’re right. Su Yu has many talented individuals under her, and there should be someone suitable for this role.”
If necessary, she could even transfer one of the individuals making toy cars to manage the workshop; it wouldn’t be a problem. Of course, the most crucial factor was finding someone Su Yu trusted.
Hearing Wang Jinhe finally mention him, Su Yu felt a mix of emotions as he sat down beside her. “Did you only think of me because you need my help?”
Wan Feng hung his head, pretending to be clueless.
He had noticed the young master standing at the doorway earlier, his resentful gaze nearly piercing through him.
He wondered if the madam remained unaware of the young master’s presence outside, would the young master have confronted him and Lin Zixun directly?
To prevent such a scenario, he was willing to do whatever it took.
Wang Jinhe looked surprised at Su Yu. “When did you arrive?”
He had been here for a while, why was he still standing at the door? Didn’t he plan on entering?
“I’ve been here for a while. I saw you were in a serious discussion, so I didn’t want to interrupt.”
Upon hearing Su Yu’s earnest words, Wan Feng couldn’t help but internally scoff. Although he didn’t come in to disturb, that resentful gaze was enough to send shivers down his spine.