Reborn as Tycoon's Wife in the Countryside-Chapter 453 - 380 Cancel Ye Cheng’s inheritance rights_3

"If it were someone else, perhaps we could understand, but he’s the young master of the Gu family, the heir recognized by Mr. Gu himself, when such things happen to him, they are simply incomprehensible," Mr. Cheng stood up, "According to the Imperial Capital’s regulations, if an heir’s character is not suitable, their qualification can be revoked."

"Young Master Gu hasn’t returned to the Imperial Capital for three years, and upon his return, all sorts of scandalous news follows. First, it was the fling with Miss Xu, then the marriage scandal with the rural woman, and now there’s the incident involving a servant of the Xu family. Through these three incidents, we have enough reason to doubt Young Master Gu’s character; he seems promiscuous and lacks the proper qualities to assume the role of the next Family Head of the Gu family. Do you all agree with my statement?" Mr. Wan looked around, his provocative intent clear.

Some gazes inevitably fell on Old Man Gu.

The Prime Minister had recently traveled abroad and was not at home.

Madam Gu was also not present today; only Old Man Gu had come with Gu Yecheng.

As for the woman with Gu Yecheng, though she was the daughter of the Quan family, she was raised in the countryside after all. To remain standing in such a situation already proved her courage.

A person of fainter heart might have already had weak knees and been unable to stand.

"These are but youthful indiscretions, unworthy of being escalated to a discussion of heir qualification. I see that Yecheng is genuinely unwell; let him go back to rest. As for the matter of the heir, the Prime Minister is still young, and he could very well work for another ten or twenty years; surely he has his own considerations," Mr. Xu said outwardly while inwardly feeling quite pleased. Old Man Gu, oh Old Man Gu, your most beloved grandson isn’t perfect, he’s ill, so resign yourself to it.

"Old Man Gu, while you hold great respect in the Imperial Capital, you are surely more familiar with the Imperial Capital’s inheritance regulations than us. Young Master Gu’s abilities are indeed notable, but since his return, there have been repeated scandals. We believe he does not meet the qualifications for an heir," Mr. Cheng persisted, "We all here in this room are prominent figures of the Imperial Capital, so let’s hear it, is this not the case?"

Named directly, Old Man Gu simply glanced at Yecheng, his face bearing not a hint of worry. If he had not guessed wrong, as long as Xiaofeng was by Yecheng’s side, Yecheng’s illness wouldn’t present too much of a problem.

He smiled gently, clearly agreeing with everyone: "You all are right; this is indeed a serious issue. If Yecheng truly has a poor character, we don’t need you folks to bother, I would be the first to revoke his status as heir."

"We always knew Old Man Gu to be upright in his dealings, and even with his own grandson, he would certainly act impartially when it’s called for," Mr. Wan said with a knowing smile, "But looking at the young master, he does seem quite unwell. Doesn’t he need to take a rest?"

"Grandfather, I suspect Acheng might have eaten something wrong. You are the most skilled in pulse diagnosis; could you please check on Acheng?" Xiaofeng saw that Yecheng was getting increasingly unwell, and she had to find an excuse to leave, even if just to step out into the hallway for a breath of air.

She needed to channel Spiritual Energy to Ye Cheng, otherwise he might really have an episode.

Old Man Gu nodded and walked over to take Yecheng’s pulse: "The pulse is unstable; indeed, it seems like he’s eaten something bad."

"Wife, my stomach hurts; I need to go to the restroom," Yecheng’s voice was hoarse, and it sounded abnormal.

"Alright, I’ll help you," Xiaofeng took his arm, "You can’t drink alcohol yet you insist on doing so; now look what you’ve done, you’ve made yourself sick from it."

Xiaofeng, supporting Yecheng, smiled at the others: "Excuse me, my Acheng might have indulged in alcohol, eating a bit too much, and now his stomach is upset. Please allow us to be excused for a moment."

Old Man Xu watched Xiaofeng supporting Yecheng as they left, his gaze gradually darkening.

He made a subtle signal with his eyes to a servant, who immediately withdrew.

This person could no longer be used; it was time to switch to another.

Xiaofeng walked with Yecheng to a part of the garden, to a corner.

It was a spot almost no one passed by.

She pulled Yecheng over, and before he could react, her lips covered his. frёewebηovel.cѳm

He now needed Spiritual Energy to sustain him, and fortunately, she came today. If she hadn’t come, who knows what might have happened at the scene.

Yecheng felt her lips were very soft, very warm, they could fill his heart to the brim.

She was embracing him, and he was holding her waist.

Their heads were very close together.

After a while, Xiaofeng felt a bit suffocated, so she let go of Yecheng, and her hands were the first to feel the temperature on her hands, "It’s much warmer."

Yecheng, with his eyes closed, leaned on her and murmured, "Wife, what kind of Spiritual Medicine do you have on you? As long as you’re here, my illness is not an issue."

"It should be said that you’ve been poisoned by me, and only I have the antidote." Xiaofeng chuckled lightly, "So, you must never leave me in the future; otherwise, you’ll deal with the consequences."

"Alright, we’ll never part." Yecheng felt much better, stood up straight, adjusted his clothes, took Xiaofeng’s hand, and headed towards the hall, "Let’s go, seeing me appear safe and sound, certain people are bound to be disappointed."

Just as Yecheng and Xiaofeng came out from around the corner, a servant hurried over, carrying something in their hands.

Xiaofeng glanced at the direction in which she was coming and exchanged a look with Yecheng, Yixiao.

"I’m sorry, I’m so sorry." The person didn’t even look at who they were and was quick to kneel down, frantically repeating, "I didn’t do it on purpose."

Xiaofeng couldn’t help but burst out laughing, "Ye Cheng, what’s with the servants of the Xu Family? It’s bad enough they are always so careless, but they are also always so quick to kneel."

"Young Master Gu, I am sorry, I did not see you coming, my apologies."

The Prime Minister just happened to come out and saw the Xu Family servant kneeling before Xiaofeng and Yecheng, frowning, "Xiaofeng, Acheng, what’s going on here?"

Of course, there was no shortage of people behind the Prime Minister eager to watch the commotion.

Everyone looked at the scene before them, even more confused, wondering what had happened.

Could it be that Young Master Gu had teased another family’s young lady again?

Truly, some habits never change.

"Family Head Xu, you really know how to train your servants well. My wife and I were just walking by, and she managed to bump into us. What is she trying to do, throw herself into my arms?" Gu Yecheng looked well, both in terms of his health and complexion, far from the pained and sickly appearance he had before.

Standing there, the corners of his lips bore a faint sneer, his every move exuded an air of regal authority, "Or is this the kind of hospitality you offer, Family Head Xu?"

Xu Hongtu stepped forward, "Can’t you see where you’re walking, get down from there."

The servant stood up, head bowed, ready to leave.

Xiaofeng called out to stop the person, smiling playfully, "Don’t be in such a rush to leave, you’ve got to make it clear. With both Acheng and I, two big living people walking this way, did you not see us? Or did you see us coming and deliberately bump into us? What, do you think I look prettier than the person just now? So you’re more confident you can make my man fall for you, aren’t you?"

How could there be a play without a director?

The night’s big drama was only just beginning.