Chapter 795: Alumni Senior Gu
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Gu Chen explained the purpose behind everything he did very logically. For example, why he investigated his second uncle, how he knew about these things, why he suddenly went to S Nation, and how he knew that Meng Yu was being pursued.
“But, he’s your second uncle. Why would you tell me all of this? You know, if things are really as you say, I might be inclined to take action against your second uncle!” Shen Xi fixed her gaze firmly on Gu Chen across from her.
Gu Chen smiled and said, “Yes, he is my second uncle. But what if my second uncle wants to harm me? Xi, in the world of prestigious families, sometimes familial bonds are nothing but a luxury. 1 might even be a target of his terrorist organization.”
Shen Xi let out a gentle sigh. Gu Chen was not wrong. In the face of immense interests, familial ties often become as fragile as dust in the wind.
“Xi, you can consider my actions today as a gesture of allegiance. I informed you of my second uncle’s intentions today. First of all, I genuinely want to do you a favor. I hope you won’t treat me like a snake in the grass,” Gu Chen chuckled self-deprecatingly as he said this.
Shen Xi picked up her teacup again, avoiding Gu Chen’s gaze.
She did not necessarily want to treat Gu Chen this way. It was just that even if Gu Chen and Meng Yu were not enemies, there was a deep-seated feud between him and the Guan family.
Since she had decided to be with Guan Lei, it was only natural that she could not have too close of a relationship with Gu Chen, nor could they be friends.
Gu Chen sighed softly, “Second of all, if my second uncle is determined to kill Meng Yu, you can subdue him, buying me more time to establish my position in the family’s business group. As you know, I’ve only taken over the Gu family’s real power for a few years, and a few uncles are quite ambitious. My second uncle is the most prominent among them. If he’s preoccupied with other matters, my chances of success increase, That’s also my objective.”
Upon hearing Gu Chen’s second reason, Shen Xi nodded in agreement. This seemed to be Gu Chen’s ultimate goal.
Shen Xi gently placed her teacup down and said with a smile, “l understand. 1 will pay attention to this matter. I appreciate the information you’ve shared today. If it’s true, I’ll owe you a favor.”
Gu Chen shook his head in resignation. “Xi, are you always so cautious? Even with promises? You don’t need to owe me a favor. There is a mutual benefit for both of us. Anyway, it’s almost dinner time. How about we have a meal to mark our informal cooperation?”
Shen Xi thought about it and agreed. It was just one meal, much better than owing a favor.
The two of them, not particularly picky eaters, headed to a nearby restaurant and ordered some dishes.
During their casual conversation, Shen Xi suddenly heard someone calling her name. When she turned around, she saw Zheng Huai.
“Cousin, what are you doing here?” Shen Xi asked with a hint of surprise.
Zheng Huai glanced at Gu Chen a few times before saying, “A colleague invited me to have dinner. Are you also eating here? With Gu Chen?”
Shen Xi had not confirmed the fact that Meng Yu was being pursued by Gu Chen’s second uncle, and given the current circumstances, she did not plan to inform Zheng Huai.
Shen Xi replied, “Yes, we happened to meet, so we decided to have a meal together.”
Zheng Huai pulled Shen Xi aside and said, “You should be careful with Gu
Chen. He’s not someone to mess with.’
Shen Xi nodded and said, “I understand. I’ll be cautious.”
Just then, one of Zheng Huai’s colleagues called him from a distance, so he had to leave.
When Zheng Huai returned to his colleague’s side, the colleague asked, “You know Senior Gu too?”
Zheng Huai was puzzled. “Senior Gu?”
The colleague laughed and said, “Yes, he’s the senior from the year ahead of us who used a wheelchair. Due to his leg condition, he attended classes from home, but he did show up for graduation.
Zheng Huai furrowed his brow. “How come I didn’t know that Gu Chen was from our school?”
The colleague did not mince words. “In your world, aside from medical knowledge, what else can you fit in? During your days at school, you were either in the lab or at your family’s hospital. On my first day of work, you didn’t even recognize me, remember?”
Zheng Huai chuckled awkwardly; it was true.
However, Zheng Huai was still somewhat surprised that Gu Chen was his school alumnus. Could it be that he had become a doctor after a long illness? Did he learn medicine because of his leg problems, treat himself, and ultimately succeed?
Meanwhile, Shen Xi and Gu Chen enjoyed a harmonious meal together..