12dz Chapter 172 Taking Care of the Afterlife
Chapter 172 Taking Care of the Afterlife
Gu Qinlan's expression also became melancholy: "But Grandfather, I..."
Mr. Gu interrupted her hesitation and said resolutely: "You don't need to care about their doubts and objections. I have just said that anyone who has doubts will be expelled from the Gu family."
After saying this, he glanced at Song with a cold look: "What do you think?"
Song originally wanted to say yes, but when she noticed the look in Mr. Gu's eyes, she was immediately horrified.
She was very sure that if she answered yes, this cold-blooded old man would definitely make the decision to divorce Gu Dingli on his behalf.
After all, she knew clearly that the old man had never looked down on her.
When Gu Dingli brought her back to the prominent Gu family, the conservative old man bluntly accused her of being of humble origin and low status, and said she was not worthy of being integrated into the Gu family, let alone becoming the mistress of the family.
However, it was precisely because of the fetus in her belly and various other considerations that Gu Dingli was able to make the old man temporarily suppress his opposition.
It had been more than ten years since she stepped into this threshold, and the old man had always treated her coldly. Neither her nor her two children had won his favor, which made her and her children often the laughing stock of the many concubines in Gu Dingli's backyard.
She was filled with anger and cursed secretly: Why is this old man so reluctant to die!
As long as he passes away, no one will dare to underestimate her, and the Gu family will completely become her son's possession!
A crazy idea came into Song's mind.
So, she suppressed her anger, lowered her head, and said meekly: "I dare not act rashly. I was impulsive at the moment. Please forgive me, father."
Gu Qinlan looked at Song with a little surprise, and immediately caught her intention from her eyes which were not completely hidden.
She raised her eyebrows slightly, feeling a hint of anticipation.
If the Song family really dares to take action, it will undoubtedly be a great help to her.
Once Gu Dingli falls, Old Man Gu will definitely take power again and hand over the family affairs to her. However, this is just a nice talk on the surface. In fact, Old Man Gu wants to use her hand and the reputation of Prince Duan's Mansion to eliminate those competitors who covet family resources for the Gu family. It is not easy for her to really touch the core of the Gu family.
If Song could turn her idea into reality, she would undoubtedly save herself a lot of trouble.
She secretly prayed that Song would not suddenly wake up.
Even if Song regains his sanity, it won't be a big problem, it will just take a little more effort.
Seeing that Song's attitude was decent, Mr. Gu snorted coldly, turned to Gu Qinlan and said, "Now, what reason do you have to refuse?"
Gu Qinlan sighed and said, "Okay, Grandfather, I have no choice but to accept this task. But I have to make it clear in advance that I will only do my best. If there is a loss, the Gu family must not blame me."
There was a hint of tenderness in Mr. Gu's eyes as he said, "Business is like a battlefield, with both profits and losses. Even I cannot guarantee that every business will be profitable. Therefore, you don't need to worry."
Gu Qinlan felt relieved: "Grandfather is so open-minded, and your granddaughter will do her best and work hard for the Gu family business."
At this moment, a doctor came out quickly and said anxiously, "Mr. Gu, have you made up your mind? Mr. Gu's condition is getting worse. I'm afraid..."
Upon hearing this, Mr. Gu hurriedly tried to stand up. However, as soon as he stood up, his legs involuntarily became weak and he almost fell to the ground.
Gu Qinlan was quick to act and immediately supported him: "Grandfather, you have to be careful."
Master Gu held her arm tightly, his voice instantly becoming hoarse: "Take me to see your father."
Gu Qinlan's eyes flushed, and her voice trembled slightly: "Okay."
Song and others immediately followed the two and went to Gu Dingli's bedroom.
At this time, Gu Dingli had actually woken up, and his eyes were even unusually clear.
But this situation is not a good sign.
Gu Qinlan could tell at a glance that this was just a flash of life.
Master Gu felt as if his heart was broken. He sat on a chair beside the bed and asked with all his heart, "Dingli, can you speak now?"
Gu Dingli moved his lips, but no sound came out.
The doctor next to him said, "Master Gu is unable to speak at the moment. If you have anything to say, please hurry up."
Master Gu held Gu Dingli's hand tightly and said, "I have arranged the family business in an orderly manner. Before Xun'er can take charge on his own, Qin Lan will help manage it. She is both smart and decisive. With the support of Prince Duan's Mansion, no one dares to attack the Gu family at this critical juncture."
Gu Dingli's eyes moved slightly and his gaze fell on Gu Qinlan.
Gu Qinlan took a step forward, bent down and said, "Father, please rest assured that your daughter will definitely protect the Gu family."
Song suddenly rushed forward, tears streaming down her face, and said, "Master, you can't leave us like this. Please get well soon."
Gu Dingli's love for Song was beyond words, and when he heard her crying, he looked even more anxious.
Song lay on his chest, crying: "Master, don't worry, I will take good care of Xun'er and protect the Gu family. When everything is back on track, I will come to you."
Gu Dingli struggled to let out several "ahs", as if responding to Song. This scene was moving. Gu Qinlian burst into tears and fell into Ji Yinli's arms.
Gu Qinlan watched coldly, and a sneer appeared in his heart.
These people who are usually cold and heartless, at this moment, act out their affection so realistically.
Gu Dingli passed away after all.
The wives and concubines, led by Mrs. Song, were heartbroken and their cries shook the sky.
This change was too sudden. How can we accept that the person who had dinner with us yesterday passed away in the blink of an eye?
However, Gu Qinlian is different.
Although she was quite surprised, she was extremely calm, and even showed a hint of excitement.
In her previous life, when she passed away, Gu Dingli was still living a glorious life.
Relying on Ji Yinli's power, his career flourished and he received high praise. Who wouldn't praise him as a lucky man?
However, in this life, Gu Dingli's fate was completely different.
She originally only ordered Polang to burn down several warehouses of the Gu family, causing Gu Dingli to suffer minor losses, but she did not expect that Gu Dingli would die in an accident.
Now, the Gu family's property is about to fall into her control.
Is there anything more ecstatic than this?
Gu Qinlan was in a good mood, but considering that she had just lost her father, she couldn't show her joy too much, so as not to give others an opportunity to take advantage of her.
So, she suppressed her grief, pretended to be heartbroken, and took care of Gu Dingli's funeral together with Song.
This was Mr. Gu’s last wish.
The moment Gu Dingli died, Old Man Gu could no longer hold on and fell ill in bed. In order to prevent the Gu family from falling into chaos, he appointed Gu Qinlan to be fully responsible for the funeral.
Song was worried that she would take advantage of the opportunity to profit, and was also afraid that her position in the Gu family would be lost, so she was determined to intervene.
Gu Qinlan didn't care about it and let her do whatever she wanted.