novelraw Chapter 509: Self-inflicted Consequences (7)
Chapter 509: Self-inflicted Consequences (7)
Qiao Mo nodded, indicating her understanding.Louis spoke again: "Besides, our parents are getting older, and as people age, they become especially nostalgic for their homeland. Previously, Jiang City was a place of sadness for my parents. But now that they’re older, they wish to return home, not wanting to live abroad anymore."
"So after returning this time, do you plan to settle in Jiang City? You won’t leave again?"
"Yes, we won’t leave. It’s just that domestic healthcare standards are not as advanced as abroad. Fortunately, mom’s health has improved somewhat over the past two years, so for now, we can only do this."
Qiao Mo sighed softly: "I really hope Aunt Xu can reunite with her lost child soon."
"Yes, hopefully."
The two of them chatted idly along the way. Meanwhile, Fu Nancheng was actively searching for Qiao Mo.
He frowned even more deeply until he saw her returning with the same man from last time, from a distance.
"Where did you go?" Fu Nancheng pushed through the crowd and came up, holding Qiao Mo’s waist.
"I just came across a lady who wasn’t feeling well, and it turned out to be Louis’s mother, so I had a chat with her."
Louis sized up Fu Nancheng and then nodded slightly: "Are you Qiao Mo’s boyfriend?"
"I am."
"Hello, I’ve heard Qiao Mo mention you before. I hope we have the chance to work together soon."
"Sure."
After a brief conversation, Louis turned to take his leave.
Unhappy, Fu Nancheng pinched Qiao Mo’s nose: "Just gone for a while and you’re off attracting bees and butterflies. See how I’ll deal with you when we get back."
"I wasn’t."
...
As they were speaking, a male attendant stepped forward and whispered: "Sir, the old gentleman wishes to speak with you."
At the sound, Qiao Mo followed Fu Nancheng’s gaze.
Not far away, an elderly man in a red Tang suit with gray hair but looking energetic was surrounded by many people, speaking with a smile.
The man carried an air of authority, commanding respect without anger, as if accustomed to high positions.
"Let’s go," Fu Nancheng spoke gently.
"I’m going too?" Qiao Mo was a bit surprised and more than a little uneasy.
Chen Shiqing was the marriage partner Grandpa Fu had arranged for him; was it really okay for her to go over...
It clearly felt like provocation.
As they approached, Grandpa Fu first gave Qiao Mo a once-over.
Standing beside Fu Nancheng, Qiao Mo could feel a sharp gaze fall on her, piercing as if it could see through everything.
"Is this the Miss Qiao you mentioned?"
Contrary to Qiao Mo’s imagination, Grandpa Fu didn’t ignore her or dismiss her, but rather spoke directly.
"Yes, this is Qiao Mo." Fu Nancheng introduced her straightforwardly, disregarding the opinions of the many guests around.
Grandpa Fu nodded slightly: "Indeed, quite a beautiful child."
Qiao Mo hesitated a moment but still spoke: "Happy birthday, Grandpa Fu, may your life be as long as the southern mountains."
"Ah! Good! Good! You’re our guest today, if there’s anything lacking in hospitality, be sure to tell Nancheng."
Qiao Mo remained silent.
The meaning behind his words was clear; while there wasn’t anything uncomfortable, it was evident that she was excluded.
Clearly telling everyone she was the guest, they were the hosts, and evidently not acknowledging her relationship with Fu Nancheng.
Sure enough, as the words fell.
Grandpa Fu spoke to Fu Nancheng again: "Nancheng, this is your Uncle Chen and Aunt Chen, aren’t you going to say hello?"
Upon hearing, Fu Nancheng simply glanced coldly at Chen Shiqing’s parents, saying indifferently: "I don’t like talking to strangers."