What did she mean by lacking manners? Qiao Xi did not even know who they were, so how was she supposed to greet them?
The noblewoman snorted coldly as if she knew what Qiao Xi was thinking. She said directly, âQiao Xi, donât tell me you donât know who I am? Youâve already married into the Gu family for so long but you donât even know the elders of the Gu family? Arenât you too arrogant?â
The surrounding people also looked at Qiao Xi. Even though they didnât say anything, the disdain in their eyes was obvious.
The noblewoman said sarcastically, âYouâre indeed an uneducated woman from the countryside. I wonder what Gu Zheng sees in you. He probably ended up like this because of your seductive appearance.â
Qiao Xi was so angry that her cheeks were bulging. She wanted to open her mouth to retort, but this was Gu Zhengâs family, after all. It was not appropriate for her to say anything. She could only sulk.
Just then, Gu Zheng asked, âWho are you?â
His gaze lightly landed on the noblewoman, who instantly stiffened. What was going on? Why would Gu Zheng suddenly ask her this? Did he really not know her, or did he want to stand up for Qiao Xi?
Various thoughts flashed through her mind. The noblewoman forced a smile. âGu Zheng, you donât have to pretend not to know me because of a woman. Sheâs just a woman. Weâre just helping you train her. After all, your identity and status are important. The wife you marry represents you. If she embarrasses herself, itâll be very difficult for you, right?â
The others came back to their senses and heaved a sigh of relief.
They thought that Gu Zheng really did not know this noblewoman. Gu Zheng rarely returned to the Gu familyâs old residence and did not spend much time with them. Or rather, with their status, Gu Zheng did not need to take them seriously.
However⦠they thought about his words in their hearts. It would be too embarrassing if Gu Zheng exposed them and said that he did not know them.
They felt that Gu Zheng was definitely pretending not to know them because he did not want Qiao Xi to be embarrassed⦠However, this sort of method was truly unacceptable.
They were Gu Zhengâs relatives, while Qiao Xi was just a wife. No matter how important of a title she held, could she be superior to them in terms of hierarchy?
Just as the people from the Gu family were feeling dissatisfied with Gu Zhengâs actions, they heard Gu Zheng say calmly, âI really donât know you, so who are you?â
After a pause, he continued casually, âAfter all, Iâm busy with work and have all kinds of important matters to attend to. I donât have to worry about unimportant people, right?â
His words were indeed harsh. The womanâs face instantly turned pale. She never expected Gu Zheng to not show her any respect in front of so many people! However, what could she do? With Gu Zhengâs status, she did not dare retort.
Gu Zheng did not even look at her. He held Qiao Xiâs hand and turned to leave. âThese people arenât important. You donât have to remember them. Iâll bring you to look for Grandma first.â
Qiao Xi nodded vigorously. She felt that Gu Zheng was too handsome!
Was this the charm of the head of the Gu family?!
However, before they could leave the living room, they saw Madam Gu stand up abruptly. âGu Zheng, your grandmother is still taking an afternoon nap. She knows that youâre back. Weâve been waiting here all this while but now that youâre back, youâre immediately going to look for your grandmother. If others find out about this, theyâll think that I, your mother, have been abusing you.â
Her gaze then shifted to her left side. A young and beautiful woman was sitting there obediently. The woman was about 20 years old. Her almond-shaped eyes would drift to Gu Zheng from time to time before she lowered her head shyly.
Madam Gu said, âI know you donât like Meng Wan. Since you donât like her, I wonât force you. Look, this is your uncleâs daughter. She just graduated from university. I think your company needs a female secretary. She just graduated from university, so let her try it out.â
The noblewoman beside Madam Gu also became more enthusiastic. She quickly said, âThatâs right. This girl is good-looking, has a good temper, and is even a graduate of a famous university. Sheâs much better than some people!â
She glanced at Qiao Xi disdainfully, then smiled obsequiously. âGu Zheng, she graduated from design. Isnât Gu Corporation entering the fashion design industry and trying to create the best designs? This girl is definitely a suitable candidate for you. With her around, your company will surely do well.â
With that, she shot the young woman a look to get her to say a few words.