"Xun'er, you must remember what you said."
Lin Xiao said seriously and earnestly.
"What?"
Xun'er looked at her father, not understanding.
...
Gu Ming's body had finally recovered mostly.
Having just recovered from a serious illness, she did not wander around as usual, living her socialite life. Instead, after discussing with her father, she decided to go to work at the company.
Over the years, although she didn't dare to be serious and ran around, she was, after all, Gu Tingyun's daughter. Even if she disliked her father on a daily basis, there were still many things that had been subtly ingrained in her.
When she arrived at the company, many people there were secretly pointing and talking about her.
It was known that in the past, whenever she appeared at the company, nothing good ever happened.
Either there was something that couldn't be resolved, and she ran to President Gu for a solution, or she was out of money and asked President Gu for some.
In any case, nothing good ever came of it.
However, today, her appearance at the company was different from usual.
In the past, when she came to the company, her attire was usually very sexy and alluring, or of a pure and seductive style, designed to attract attention. But today... she was actually dressed in a professional suit, and one might think she had come to work.
"She's not really planning to come to work, is she?"
Several people sitting at their desks immediately lowered their voices.
"Be careful with your words and actions!"
One of them said, then immediately picked up his phone and gestured, the meaning was clear: discuss online.
This reaction was not limited to this group. Everyone in the company who noticed Gu Ming began to speculate.
All sorts of guesses emerged.
Some said Gu Ming was preparing to take over, so she had to behave herself, otherwise President Gu wouldn't give her the family inheritance. Others said Gu Ming had already achieved "thousand kills" and lost interest in men, so she stopped.
Without exception, none of the guesses about her were good. They all felt that Gu Tingyun was being wronged. It was a shame that such a woman was President Gu's daughter. They all felt embarrassed for President Gu.
President Gu, a man who was almost perfect, had a daughter who was the polar opposite of him.
Until she reported to the HR department, Gu Ming pretended to know nothing. These reactions were all within her expectations.
It would be surprising if anyone had a good impression of her.
After she completed the onboarding procedures under the strange gaze of HR, she ran into someone as soon as she walked out of the office.
Luo Qinghan.
"President Luo."
The moment she saw Luo Qinghan, Gu Ming immediately lowered her head and called out.
This, in turn, made Luo Qinghan a little unaccustomed. She looked at Gu Ming strangely, then, out of politeness, asked, "Are you feeling better?"
"I'm fine... Thank you for your concern... I'll go to work now."
With that, Gu Ming hurried towards her designated work area.
Luo Qinghan looked at her retreating back in confusion and didn't think much of it. She was there today to confirm some project documents and have a chat with President Gu. She didn't expect to encounter Gu Ming.
However, Gu Ming's change now made her feel a little surprised.
The transformation from before to now was too drastic.
After she arrived at Gu Tingyun's office and finished discussing business, she started talking to Gu Tingyun about this matter. She said, "President Gu, since her health has recovered, and she's willing to come to work, it's a good thing, isn't it?"
"Yes... unfortunately, it's a bit late." Gu Tingyun sighed, but then shook his head and smiled, "It's not too late for her; there's still time."
"Mmm... President Gu, are you really not regretting it? Actually, if you need these efforts of yours, I can return them to you," Luo Qinghan said.
She felt that it was a bit too much to suddenly become the chairman of Gu Group.
Wasn't this taking advantage of her misfortune?
"No need... these external possessions are exchanged for my daughter's transformation and her health, and for me, it's worth it," Gu Tingyun said, taking it in stride.
A couple of days ago, he was still a little reluctant, but now he had completely let go.
Some things, once lost, are lost forever. But some things, even if lost, can be regained.
"Alright."
Seeing that Gu Tingyun had let go and had no lingering attachments, Luo Qinghan didn't insist.
As she was leaving, she also paid attention to Gu Ming. She was engrossed in her work, like an excellent employee.
If she has truly changed... it would be a good thing.
...
Half an hour later, Xun'er was eating bullfrog grilled by Lin Xiao himself, and as she ate, she said, "Ah, it smells so good!"
Not only Xun'er, but all the children were now eagerly looking at the bullfrogs on Lin Xiao's grill. The aroma was intoxicating, especially for a few gluttonous boys who couldn't stop drooling.
"Be careful, don't burn yourself." Lin Xiao said, urging Ye Chen beside him to quickly process the bullfrogs.
These bullfrogs were naturally not caught here, but were bought by someone.
Xun'er, who had previously complained that bullfrogs were too ugly and wouldn't taste good, was now eating more happily than anyone.
As for the wild rabbit he had caught, he asked Ye Chen to take it over to the brothers for extra food.
"Daddy, I... I can't eat anymore..."
Xun'er patted her belly, her face full of worry. As she spoke, she looked at the bullfrogs Lin Xiao was still grilling in his hand. They smelled so good, she wanted to eat a couple more bites, but her stomach was already full.
"Then rest for a bit, you're tired from eating?" Lin Xiao smiled. This little girl ate a lot when she encountered delicious food. It was only because she was young and still growing and needed nutrients, otherwise, she would probably gain weight all over.
"Mmm..."
Xun'er said, and then lay down under a nearby tree.
A look of contentment on her face.
Lin Xiao shook his head, but he couldn't bear to wake the little girl. If Qinghan were here, she would probably severely lecture him and Xun'er.
Suddenly, his movements paused slightly.
"Brother Xiao."
Ye Chen quickly lowered his voice.
"It's fine."
Lin Xiao shook his head, indicating that he shouldn't rush: "Let her come. I'm here."
"Okay."
Ye Chen said, and then immediately sent instructions through his earpiece.
Less than two minutes later, a woman carrying a large pile of snacks walked over.
"Ah."
Nangong Wushuang's eyes lit up when she saw Lin Xiao grilling bullfrogs there.