Big Shot's Sweetheart Shocked the World Again!

Chapter 1044: Protecting Bao Gucheng Along the Way

Gu Qiusha was most worried about Xi Zuer.After all, Bao Gucheng was an outsider, and there was nothing to criticize about enforcing the law impartially. But Xi Zuer was different; she was part of the Gu Family. According to the more traditional view, "protecting one’s kin" is correct, while "upholding justice over family loyalty" is not a concept everyone can accept.

She wasn’t sure how the traditional Mr. Gu would view the tragic news of his most beloved daughter, Lao Wu, passing away in custody.

She had always been the pride of Mr. Gu’s heart.

He even always wanted to arrange a marriage between Lao Wu and Bao Gucheng.

Gu Qiusha’s tense emotions were quickly noticed by Gu Yuzhi. He understood what she was worried about, and after a moment of contemplation, he was the first to speak: "Elder, regarding Shiyin’s imprisonment, although Mr. Bo and Zuer were present at the scene, they had their difficulties too..."

Although he didn’t like Bao Gucheng meticulously approaching Xi Zuer, circling around like a wolf with ulterior motives, he could discern the priorities. At this moment, he had to protect Xi Zuer on behalf of Xiao Sha, which meant he must protect Bao Gucheng as well.

Unexpectedly.

Just as Gu Yuzhi started, Mr. Gu waved him off: "You don’t need to say anything more."

The depth of his tone made everyone present feel even more somber.

Gu Yuzhi felt a pang of frustration in his heart and couldn’t help but glare at Bao Gucheng.

Darn kid, if you hadn’t repeatedly caused trouble earlier, Mr. Gu wouldn’t have interrupted me so readily. Now, great, wait for the thunder to strike you, and you’ve dragged Zuer into this too!

However, Bao Gucheng just returned his gaze lightly, appearing very calm, without a hint of gratitude or worry.

Seeing this made Gu Yuzhi even more frustrated.

He turned his head, trying to comfort Mr. Gu again, but to his surprise, Mr. Gu sighed deeply and stopped him: "Gucheng and I already talked before dinner. What happened with Lao Wu, she brought it upon herself. No one else is to blame. Listening to the foolish things she’s done is embarrassing. She should have honestly accepted the legal punishment, admitted her guilt, and corrected her mistakes, to still be worthy as a child of the Gu Family. But now, she’s evaded punishment through suicide... It makes me regret ever looking up to her. In the end, she was someone entirely consumed by selfishness and self-interest."

The heavy sigh couldn’t hide the pain of disappointment in her failure to live up to expectations.

Gu Yuzhi was astonished in his heart!

He never expected Mr. Gu would accept Gu Shiyin’s fate.

Even more unexpected was that Bao Gucheng had already reported this matter to Mr. Gu, preemptively addressing this issue and guiding Mr. Gu’s perspective before anyone else.

Is that big-tailed wolf really so meticulous and skillful in handling things?

Surprised, Gu Yuzhi watched Bao Gucheng with even more caution.

Gu Qiusha looked at Bao Gucheng with eyes full of admiration and relief: "Mr. Bo, thank you for discussing these matters with Mr. Gu. The situation with Lao Wu was too complicated, involving family shame, and we didn’t have a chance to explain everything in detail. It was you who understood the whole story."

Bao Gucheng nodded modestly: "Fourth Miss, you give me too much credit. Although Gu Shiyin tarnished the Gu Family name, the honor that Miss Zuer has brought to the Gu Family surpasses hers by a hundredfold. Just the evaluation of the Pangu Tomb alone is an invaluable contribution to the nation."

He said as he turned to Mr. Gu: "Elder, you have managed your family well, and the new generation is flourishing. Even Xi Rubao achieved second place in the Imperial University’s military training this time. The misconduct of a few individuals cannot harm the foundation of the Gu Family. As an Empire citizen, she was a disgrace to the country. As a member of the Gu Family, she was a disgrace to her ancestors. You may consider her as fleeting and insignificant."