Chapter 880: Deliberately Hiding

Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Gu Zi had not anticipated that Su Bing would understand her actions so well. Indeed, as he had said, Gu Zi preferred to deal with her enemies in a way that would not tarnish her reputation. When her enemies became as agitated as rabid dogs, she preferred to watch from the sidelines rather than confront them head-on, allowing the mad dogs to bark at her, causing her distress and damaging her reputation.

Now that Zhang Mei was causing such a commotion, she likely knew of Su Shen’s identity. Upon seeing him, she would undoubtedly approach with a face full of flattery, so fake that it was irritating. She would likely bring up the favor of raising her, and while it was true that the Gu family had raised the original host for eighteen years, even if they had behaved poorly afterwards, that favor could not be erased. Therefore, Gu Zi could not always argue with her directly.

At this moment, avoiding her was the best option. However, Su Li, having heard what his brother said, still did not understand. As soon as he entered the sickroom, he ran to Su Shen in a huff to complain, “Dad, the person who bullied mom is blocking the door, and mom doesn’t dare to enter through the main entrance!”

Upon hearing this, Su Shen knew who it was. He looked at Gu Zi with a pained expression and made a direct suggestion, “If Zhang Mei continues to trouble you, I think it would be best to have someone from the army escort her away. If you agree, I can give the order.” Although he was preparing to resign and leave the army, it was still an easy task to send someone away before his resignation.

However, upon hearing this, Gu Zi shook her head. She walked over and affectionately ruffled her younger son’s hair, saying, “Oh, you, you do have a knack for exaggerating things. Mom isn’t scared, I just don’t want to deal with her. Su Shen, you don’t need to interfere in this matter either. My foster mother is just one person, she’s not worth your command, let her be.”

Su Shen frowned slightly, surprised at how troublesome Zhang Mei was proving to be. However, since Gu Zi had said not to bother with her, Su Shen, of course, listened to his wife. He pulled Gu Zi over and responded warmly, “Alright, we won’t bother with her. After all, I’ll be discharged from the hospital in a couple of days.”

When Gu Zi had entered earlier, Mo Li had happened to step out and saw Gu Zi entering through a side door. She also saw Zhang Mei still being blocked outside. Mo Li instantly understood what was happening. A sinister smile tugged at the corner of her mouth as she ran out in feigned panic, as if she was very worried about Zhang Mei. As soon as she got close, she grabbed Zhang Mei’s hand.

“Auntie, I’ve just been saying so many good things about you to Mr. Gong and the others. They’re starting to waver, but they’re still angry. I can’t bring you in right now. Why didn’t you come in with Gu Zi earlier? If you can’t come in, you’ll have to go back to the hotel first. It’s too cold outside.”

At this point, a hint of jealousy flickered in Mo Li’s eyes. Su Shen was not only a money-maker but also a team leader, a position even higher than that of Gong Zhan. Such a man, wealthy and powerful, cherished Gu Zi as if she were a precious gem.

Mo Li couldn’t help but feel envious of Gu Zi’s good fortune. It was Mo Li who had deliberately informed Zhang Mei about Gu Zi’s entrance, knowing that Zhang Mei, in her naivety, would be unaware that Gu Zi had already slipped in.

Although spring had arrived, the north was still much colder than the south. Zhang Mei had been standing outside for so long that her hands were chilled by the wind, and her lips were chapped from the cold. Her thoughts seemed to slow down due to the freezing temperature. It wasn’t until her hand was grasped that she came back to her senses, her face a bit pale. “What did you say? Gu Zi is back?” she asked.

She looked around, but there was no sign of Gu Zi. She had been waiting here for Gu Zi to return, hoping that Gu Zi would take her inside. After all, she was Gu Zi’s foster mother, and she felt entitled to make such a request. But according to Mo Li, had Gu Zi already gone in?

Mo Li nodded, saying, “Yes, I saw her enter through a side door just now. She probably didn’t see you, so she didn’t bring you in with her.”

Upon hearing this, Zhang Mei’s face darkened, her tone filled with anger. “Gu Zi is so ungrateful! I’ve wasted my time raising her. You’re much more considerate than she is. She didn’t see me? She deliberately avoided me! How can she treat her foster mother like this? She’s not afraid of divine retribution. I’m so angry!”

Zhang Mei was both angry and scared. She cursed as she walked away, fearing that the guards at the gate would stop her. Once outside, she grabbed Mo Li’s arm and instructed, “Since Madam Chen and the others have asked you to stay and take care of Gong Zhan, you should stay here. Make sure to keep an eye on him and don’t let those vixens get close to Gong Zhan. I’m going back to the hotel.”

After sending Zhang Mei away, Mo Li shrugged and turned to enter the hospital, completely unconcerned about Zhang Mei’s wellbeing. However, she had only taken a few steps when she bumped into Gu Zi, who was coming out with her medicine.

Gu Zi was in line at the pharmacy window. Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed Mo Li and raised an eyebrow slightly. Zhang Mei really trusted Mo Li, leaving her alone in the hospital because she couldn’t get in. Was she expecting Mo Li to take care of Gong Zhan for her?