As Madam He was about to close the door, Zhang Wan'er clung to it with all her might and pleaded, "Uncle and Aunt, please don't be anxious. I've come to see Li Shu for something very important and beneficial to her!
Alice has invited Li Shu to participate in a fashion competition three weeks from now. The winner will become the new chief designer in country M. Do you know the significance of this competition? It means Chen Li Shu can use the title of chief designer to lead the company to the international stage!
Originally, Miss Alice should have notified her personally, but she didn't have an address or contact information, so I had to do it on her behalf. Speaking of which, I also wanted to ask Gu Xingdong why he hasn't been on duty at the Dynasty Grand Hotel for so long!
This is an order issued by the superiors. Xing Dong has repeatedly defied orders. If this matter reaches the military, it will not be a good thing for him. I'm afraid some rumors might affect his prestige in the military, so I came to understand the situation.
After Gu Xingdong gives me a reasonable explanation, I'll leave. This way, I can report back and my uncle can submit this reason, so as to avoid Gu Xingdong being put in an awkward position when working in the military!"
Madam He had no interest in the fashion design competition that Zhang Wan'er mentioned. She could refuse it outright for Chen Li Shu. After all, with the status and prestige of the He family, it would be simple to bring Chen Li Shu's company into the international market.
However, Zhang Wan'er's later words were something Madam He could not make a decision on her own. After all, it was difficult for people in business to interfere in military affairs. Otherwise, if some people seized upon this, the He family might fall into great misfortune. It wasn't that she was worried about trouble finding them, but rather she was concerned that Gu Xingdong would not fare well in the military.
After hesitating for a moment, she turned to look at Old Master He behind her, trying to find the right course of action from his expression.
Old Master He, leaning on his cane, walked up to Zhang Wan'er. He never gave face to people he disliked. The stern Old Master He was somewhat fierce. He opened his mouth and said:
"Chen Li Shu is handling company matters today. We will not participate in this competition. As for you saying you have important matters to discuss with Gu Xingdong, we will give you a maximum of ten minutes. After ten minutes, you must leave!"
Zhang Wan'er had never been treated with such disrespect in her life. Even her elders had always doted on her, so she felt resentment towards Old Master He's blunt attitude.
However, the He family's status was not something her Zhang or Yang families could compare with. Despite her anger, Zhang Wan'er knew the meaning of keeping the bigger picture in mind. Thus, she suppressed her anger and obediently nodded to the old man, trying to change his impression of her.
Soon, Gu Xingdong was called out. Seeing the man she had been thinking of, Zhang Wan'er wished she could pounce on him. But there were so many people around, especially those supporting Chen Li Shu. She could only suppress her longing, her lips curving upwards slightly, a wronged expression appearing on her face as she greeted him, "Long time no see. Can we find a quieter place to talk?"
Gu Xingdong's face showed impatience. He didn't want any private time with Zhang Wan'er, but he was afraid this matter would disturb Old Master He. Thus, with a sullen face, he said gruffly, "Whatever you have to say can wait until I'm at work! I don't think it's necessary to rush this moment."
"Wait a moment, don't you want to know who framed us? I've already investigated the truth of the matter. Don't you want revenge?" Zhang Wan'er stared deeply at Gu Xingdong, her determined look conveying an unyielding resolve.
Gu Xingdong licked his lips and then said, "Follow me."
With that, he led Wan'er towards the back garden.
Watching their retreating figures, Madam He coughed heavily. Seeing this, Old Master He quickly went to her side, gently patted her back, and asked worriedly, "What's wrong? Are you feeling increasingly unwell? Why don't I go and ask a doctor to examine you and see what's going on? Prescribing some medicine to relieve it would be good, don't you think?"
"I've seen so many doctors, and they all say there are no major problems. If you ask me, it might be because the weather has changed recently, and I accidentally caught a chill, which is why I have a little cough. It's fine. Once this period passes, perhaps I'll feel better. Now, I have more important things to do. Don't disturb me, and speak softly!"
After instructing Old Master He, Madam He stealthily followed them in the direction they had gone.
Seeing Madam He's actions, Old Master He said with some confusion, "What are you doing?"
"I don't think that Zhang Wan'er is a good person. Li Shu is not at home now, so I naturally have to guard against her. To deal with such a despicable person, we can only stay vigilant and pay attention at all times. Otherwise, we might be tricked by her at any moment!
If we are tricked at home, it means we have IQ problems and can't even handle a small woman. Do you understand? I don't want such a shameful thing to happen! If you want to go, then be quiet, don't ask this and that. What if our conversation is overheard?" After speaking, Madam He followed them again to the back garden.
Seeing Madam He's actions, Old Master He shook his head helplessly. What else could he do? She was the wife he had chosen himself. Even if she wasn't very smart, he could only dote on her!
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Meanwhile, in the back garden.
Gu Xingdong did not want to have private time with Zhang Wan'er. So, after arriving at a quieter spot, he got straight to the point and said, "Just say what you have to say. Who is the mastermind you investigated?"
Zhang Wan'er licked her lips. Seeing the coldness in Gu Xingdong's eyes, she clutched her chest unhappily, tears welling up in her eyes, and slowly said, "The culprit has already been apprehended by my uncle. You don't need to dwell on this matter!"
Upon hearing Zhang Wan'er's words, Gu Xingdong's eyes turned completely cold: "Since you have already apprehended them, what is the meaning of deliberately luring me to meet you with this matter?"