Reborn in a Noble Family - Chapter 83
Chapter 83 They’re All Tough
Gu Jingshu smiled contemptuously. “One mountain cannot accommodate two tigers. Since the Gu Clan has taken a high position, do you still want to nurture a person who can break apart at any time and use shady tricks behind their backs at any time?”
Amazing, my grandfather!
“But isn’t this unkind? Didn’t grandfather often say that we should be convinced by virtue? Aren’t we afraid that those people will join forces to deal with us if we cross the river and tear down the bridge?”
“Then they also need to have that ability!” Gu Jingshu said proudly, “Your grandfather did not mistreat those people either. One person is in the fish market and the other is in the grain and rice business. It can be said that they are the only ones on the Chaotian Sect’s side.”
Qiao Xi nodded. In other words, the Gu Clan had monopolized the pier business, and the two former allies had changed professions. They had developed well under the Gu Clan’s protection.
“So, our Gu Clan’s title as the number one tyrant in the west of Sichuan Province was fought with a fist?”
No wonder the cousins were so embarrassed.
“Alright, let’s go around these days and see what we want to buy. There are only a few days left before the New Year. Qiao Qiao can have a happy New Year this year. Qian’er, mother received your invitation from Aunt Teng. She will also be back on the fifth day of the New Year. When that time comes, our two families will get together.”
“Mother is here. Do you have many friends?”
Gu Jingshu nodded happily. “Before my mother left the pavilion, she was still very sociable. Gu Family’s identity was there, and there were many people currying favor with the Chaotian Sect. There were some people who could not be pushed off the social ladder. “However, at that time, everyone was young. Although they were friends partly because of the family, Mother did have a few handkerchiefs. Although we haven’t seen each other for many years, we have always been in contact with each other. When we come back, we have to walk around.”
What is the purpose of walking?
Naturally, it was for Qiao Yunxi’s marriage.
“However, the first thing we need to do is to show you your boat.”
Qiao Yunxi’s eyes lit up.
Everything that Qiao Jinwen cared about was definitely good stuff.
However, it was a pity that he couldn’t bring it back.
Seeing her sad expression, Qiao Xingbang laughed and said, “Father told your rich uncle to find a place long ago. When we return, we should be ready. In the future, we will specially park your boat.”
“Pier?” Qiao Yunxi felt that he had moved a lot of people. Why did he feel like a rich second generation playboy? He was still the kind of person who had lost a lot of money.
“There is a special dock along the bank of the Jinjiang River. Daddy rented one and asked your Uncle Fu Gui to find someone to take care of it. When we return after the New Year, it will be almost ready.”
“If that’s the case, can we go back this time and take the boat?”
“Of course, taking the waterway not only saves time, it’s also very convenient. The boat your uncle gave you is very big, and you can put the carriage directly on it.”
Qiao Xi was even more excited. This boat, which was not inferior to a cruise ship, was brought back to admire Qiao Jinwen to death!
The family chatted for a while, and at dinner time, the group arrived at the matriarch’s courtyard.
When her daughter’s family returned, Old Madam Gu was in a good mood and her entire body was much younger.
Her daughter had been married for more than ten years, and even this time, she had only returned to her mother’s house twice. Although she wanted to help, her daughter’s temperament was soft and soft, and Old Madame Gu was quite angry. Fortunately, her daughter was able to stand up. Her granddaughter was obedient and sensible. She saw clearly the ugly faces of Qiao Family’s roommates. Not only did she get close to her daughter, she also learned to fight back with her teeth. She was quite decisive and sharp as she was when she was young.
Old Madame Gu only felt proud. Her daughter and granddaughter had recovered, and she would come back more often in the future. She liked to have a lively family together.
As for Qiao Family?
All these years, she had endured the Qiao Clan for the sake of her daughter. She didn’t want her daughter to be difficult to deal with and was worried that her daughter’s family would be angered by the old witch because of her tough methods. Every festival, things would be delivered over here. In the first few years, many good things were given away by the old witch. Afterwards, there weren’t many things left. The rest were exchanged for silver notes for their daughters. However, even so, the old witch still used all sorts of names and wanted long houses to supplement the public school.
Although Old Madame Gu had a lot of opinions about Qiao Family, he was still satisfied with his son-in-law. He didn’t want his daughter and son-in-law to be difficult. Old Madame Gu always let his two sons secretly help his daughter.
Daughter’s dowry shop and Zhuangzi were both earning money, but as parents, they were still worried that their daughter’s body wasn’t enough silver. Fortunately, his two daughters-in-law were reasonable and did not feel dissatisfied because of her favoritism or even selfishness.
Now that her daughter had awakened and her granddaughter was so considerate, Old Madame Gu felt at ease.
“Come, Qiao Qiao, sit here with grandmother.” Old Madame Gu beckoned to Qiao Yunxi.
From yesterday onwards, Old Madame Gu’s personal seat had become Qiao Xi’s private seat.
“Grandfather, grandmother, uncle, aunt, uncle, aunt, cousin.” Qiao Xi greeted everyone around her mouth and sat down beside Old Madam Gu.
“It’s all your favorite dishes. Grandmother will help you with whatever you like.” Old Madame Gu held her chopsticks and was eager to try.
‘”Grandmother, Qiao Qiao can eat by herself when she grows up. You can eat more meat and vegetables instead of meat.” Qiao Xi asked, “How dare you let the elders help you with the vegetables?” She put a bowl of vegetables into Old Madam Gu’s bowl. “Grandmother, Qiao Qiao can eat more by herself when she grows up.”
Old Madame Gu frowned. At her age, her teeth were not good, so she liked to eat soft things like elbows and pork. These heavy and soft things were her favorite.
‘”Grandmother, eating more vegetables is good for your health. You are old, you don’t exercise much, you eat so much meat, and you are easy to get sick. You must live a hundred years longer, and Qiao Qiao will take you around.”
“Only your grandmother?” Old Master Gu was dissatisfied.
He was not good at words, and the children in the family were also plain, accustomed to club education. With a petite granddaughter, he liked it very much, but he was at a loss for what to do and didn’t know how to get along with her. As a result, the old woman took the initiative, and she was feeling unhappy in her heart. At first glance, when she heard that her soft granddaughter was going to take the old woman out to play, she exploded.
“My granddaughter took me out. What’s wrong with you?” ‘”I’m warning you, keep your voice down. Don’t scare my obedient grandson. Otherwise, I’ll fight to the death with you,” Old Madame Gu said angrily, on par with Old Master Gu.
“Just you? I taught you those few times. If you dare to fight me to the death, come on, who’s afraid of who!”
“Oh, you’re so capable? You dare to shout at me.” Old Madame Gu slammed the table and made a gesture to stand up.
Mrs. Zhang and Mrs. Li hurriedly pressed down one by one. Their division of labor was clear, and the timing was accurate. They were veterans at first glance.
“Qiao Qiao, don’t be afraid. Grandfather and grandmother often do this. You can get used to quarrelling for three days and fighting for five days.” Gu Pingjie comforted the worried Qiao Yunxi in a low voice.
Qiao Yunxi wasn’t scared, he just thought that she was the one who caused the quarrel, so he was very embarrassed.
“Grandfather, grandmother …” Her timid voice was flattering.
Old Madame Gu and Old Master Gu were stunned.
This “grandfather, grandmother” was much easier to say than “grandfather, grandmother”. It was literate and seemed to be estranged. How could there be “grandfather, grandmother” close?
“Qiao Qiao, ignore your grandfather. He goes crazy a few times a day. Come, let’s eat.” Old Madame Gu rolled her eyes at Old Master Gu in disgust.
It was a thrilling meal.
After dinner, Old Madame Gu pulled Qiao Yunxi and Gu Jingshu to talk, while Gu Laozi brought a few men to the study in the front yard.
Seeing the Qiao Yunxi family last night, Old Madame Gu was excited. He chatted with Gu Jingshu until midnight. He didn’t fall asleep until he was out of spirits. Today, he pulled Gu Jingshu to talk for another day and roughly understood the current situation of his daughter’s family.
“Qiao Qiao, where have you been today?” Old Madame Gu liked Qiao Yunxi very much. His family was full of brats. After a long time, he felt annoyed. He didn’t have a nice little cotton-padded jacket beside him. He couldn’t help but look forward to his granddaughter’s return with great difficulty. Old Madame Gu spoke softly.
Qiao Xi replied seriously, and Old Madame Gu said, “Tomorrow, Grandma will take you out for a walk.”
Qiao Xi’s heart trembled as she turned to look at Gu Jingshu for help.
Before Gu Jingshu could say anything, Old Madame Gu said again, “Look what your mother is doing. She can still refute my opinion? It’s the end of the year. Your Outer Guild and I will go around the dock. Therefore, you don’t need to feel pressured. Just treat it as accompanying your grandmother.”
Now Qiao Yunxi understood.
As the big boss, the inspection at the end of the year was inevitable. Old Grandpa Gu and Old Madame, as the Gu Clan’s divine needles, the biggest boss would naturally wander around to intimidate others.
The next day, Qiao Yunxi woke up early in the morning. He had just left his courtyard when he sensed the different atmosphere today.
“Mother …”
“Qiao Qiao, don’t be afraid,” Qiao Xingbang said as he picked Qiao Yunxi up. “There are more people coming today. Follow your mother.”
Qiao Yunxi nodded.
Gu Jingshu comforted, “The stewards of the docks and shops will come over today. The atmosphere is a little more serious. It will be fine after today.”
Gu Jingshu was not surprised.
Before she left the pavilion, the Gu Clan’s influence wasn’t that great, but the bandits were even more angry. After her father and brother’s improvement, these people could be considered to be “sensible”. At least, they would be respectful before they attacked, which could also be considered an improvement.
Along the way, people would come and go from time to time. When they saw Qiao Yunxi and the others, they would greet them politely.
Qiao Yunxi looked around curiously.
Gu Jingshu heaved a sigh of relief when she saw that her daughter did not show any signs of fear.
The Gu Clan was different from ordinary families. They were also doing business. The Gu Clan was more like bandits. Even though their father had forced their brothers to study after they became famous, and their nephews had been in the private school since they were young, they were still domineering in their bones.
When they arrived at the study room in the front yard, they saw a neat and neat team standing in the darkness as soon as they entered the yard.
Qiao Xingbang felt that the person in his arms was tense and looked at him worriedly.
Seeing that there was no other emotion in her daughter’s eyes other than curiosity and excitement, she heaved a sigh of relief.