ABCFWGR Chapter 132: Returning to the Resplendent Palace
Wu Anqi still didn't fully understand but chose to unconditionally trust Gu Chen.
Gu Chen's reasoning wasn't baseless; it was based on a thorough analysis of the situation.
It wouldn't be hard for the Li family to find out who brought Ling Feixue, and they might hold a grudge against Liu Hanyan for it. However, antagonizing the Liu family overtly wouldn't be wise. Moreover, the Li family’s primary target was still Gu Chen.
The best way to harm Gu Chen and simultaneously take revenge on Liu Hanyan would be to target Fu Liu Pharmaceuticals. This approach would not only achieve their goals but also provide a scapegoat later.
If the Liu family pursued accountability, the Li family could claim they were avenging Gu Chen, and Liu Hanyan was unintentionally affected. For an unknown minor figure like Gu Chen, as long as the Li family apologized adequately, the Liu family probably wouldn't make a big fuss.
"Aunt Jiang."
Wu Anqi called sweetly into the house while carrying gifts for Gu Chen. Getting no response, she wondered aloud, "It seems no one's home. Are you sure Aunt Jiang asked you to come back?"
"That's strange," Gu Chen frowned.
"Maybe she went out to buy groceries to make you something good?" Wu Anqi speculated.
Gu Chen wasn't sure either, "Alright, let's put the things down first. I'll call Aunt Jiang."
Since Gu Chen had moved out to avoid making Jiang Rou uncomfortable, they had almost no contact. It wasn't until today that Jiang Rou called him back, saying she had something to tell him.
But the current situation made Gu Chen feel inexplicably uneasy.
"Ring... ring..."
The phone rang several times without anyone answering.
Gu Chen grew more anxious. At this moment, Wu Anqi, who had walked over to the coffee table, suddenly exclaimed, "Gu Chen, come look at this. It seems to be a note from Aunt Jiang."
Gu Chen hurried over and picked it up, finding it was a farewell letter from Jiang Rou.
"Chen'er, Aunt Jiang is sorry. You may resent me for not telling you about the past, but even if you hate me for life, I don't want you to get involved in the grudges of the previous generation."
"Aunt Jiang doesn't seek your forgiveness, only that you live an ordinary life..."
The letter continued with a long string of instructions and farewells.
The last line read, "Don't search, don't miss, Aunt Jiang."
Is this what Aunt Jiang wanted to tell him?
Gu Chen didn't understand. He had already stopped asking questions and even moved out to ease her mind. Why would Aunt Jiang still leave?
Especially seeing the white letter paper stained with tears, Gu Chen's emotions spiraled out of control. He gripped the edge of the letter so tightly that it crumpled and twisted.
"Gu Chen?"
Wu Anqi, scared, called out softly. She had never seen Gu Chen like this.
Gu Chen didn't respond, lost in a wave of anger.
Wu Anqi, frightened and at a loss, hurriedly hugged Gu Chen, soothing him gently, "Gu Chen, what's wrong? I'm scared. Don't scare me."
Her voice trembled with tears.
She was truly afraid something might happen to Gu Chen.
Fortunately, her comfort seemed to help, and Gu Chen's emotions began to stabilize.
After a long time.
Gu Chen gently patted her arm, "Alright, I'm fine."
"Really?"
Wu Anqi released him, worriedly looking at him, her face already soaked with tears.
Seeing her tear-streaked face, Gu Chen was momentarily stunned, touched by a soft spot within him. For the first time, he took the initiative to hold her, whispering, "I'm sorry for scaring you."
"Sob, sob..."
Wu Anqi clutched his back, crying uncontrollably. "I'm just glad you're okay. You really scared me just now."
By the time she stopped crying, Gu Chen's shoulder was already wet, marked deeply by tears and snot.
Noticing this, Wu Anqi bit her lip in embarrassment, "Sorry, I got your clothes dirty. Take them off, and I'll... I'll wash them for you."
"No need, I can wash it myself," Gu Chen declined.
Wu Anqi felt guilty and, without waiting for a response, started unbuttoning his shirt.
Gu Chen tried to stop her a few times but eventually gave in.
Firm muscles, solid lines, a strong feel...
Wu Anqi's face was burning hot.
Feeling shy, she lowered her head and mumbled, "Maybe you should do it yourself."
Undressing was no big deal.
Gu Chen didn't think much of it and took off his shirt, handing it to her.
The scent of male hormones hit her face.
Wu Anqi almost swooned, quickly shaking her head to clear her mind. Inevitably, her eyes fell on Gu Chen's bare upper body, and she nearly drooled.
Those perfect abs and lines weren't something you could get just by working out with protein powder; it wasn't an exaggeration.
They seemed almost like they were painted on.
She poked him with a finger.
"Can I touch it?" Wu Anqi licked her lips.
Gu Chen, seeing her like this, glared at her, "What are you thinking? Go wash the shirt."
He flicked her on the forehead.
"Ouch!"
Wu Anqi rubbed her head, pouting as she reluctantly went to the bathroom, looking back every few steps.
Once it was quiet.
Gu Chen sat on the couch, took out Jiang Rou's note, and smoothed out the creased parts, feeling a bit sad.
Earlier, his anger wasn't about Jiang Rou leaving without a word but about those behind the scenes.
Whether it was past misfortunes or current helplessness, it was all caused by those people.
They deserved to die!
Gu Chen instinctively clenched his fist, and though there was no wind, his hair fluttered as if caught in a breeze.
Luckily, he stayed calm. Otherwise, the powerful aura radiating from him could have flattened the luxurious mansion.
After a moment of silence, Gu Chen took out his phone and made a call.
Ou Ya was surprised to hear from him, "The sun must be rising in the west for you to call me."
"I'm not in the mood for jokes. Tell your grandfather I need to see him," Gu Chen's tone was cold.
Ou Ya's demeanor shifted to serious, "Time and place."
"Tonight, Xiushui Villa."
After speaking, Gu Chen hung up.
Ou Ya pursed her lips, never having encountered a man who treated her so indifferently. But considering the content of the call, she didn't dare delay and quickly went to report to her grandfather.
Hearing that Gu Chen wanted to meet, Ou Wancheng was also surprised.
Previously, Gu Chen had always been cold towards the grandfather and granddaughter.
"Could this be a trap?" Ou Wancheng asked, uneasy.
Ou Ya frowned, "I don't think so. If he wanted to do something, why beat around the bush? None of us could stop him."
"Ahem!"
Ou Wancheng coughed awkwardly, "Next time, you don't have to be so blunt. Be a bit more tactful. Your grandfather still has some dignity."
Hearing this, Ou Ya was momentarily stunned, then burst into laughter, "Grandpa, I would if I could, but I don't get the chance."
But thinking of the things Gu Chen had made her do, she stopped laughing and ground her teeth in frustration.
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