Chapter 128 - Chapter 128: Probe
An Empress s Return to the Present: The Real Young Lady s Strong Comeback
Chapter 128: Probe
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Ji Chen patted Gu Xiaoâs head and finally withdrew his hand.
âBut it should be Xiaoxiaoâs, we canât just give it to someone else.â Ji Chenâs voice was calm, but Gu Xiao could hear the determination in his words.
Because of this sliver of protectiveness from Ji Chen, Gu Xiaoâs heart felt warm.
She raised her head slightly and looked at Ji Chen. âOkay, 1 understand.â
If Ji Chen really wanted to do something, she would cooperate. Anyway, it would not change much for her.
Hearing what Gu Xiao said, Ji Chen nodded and told Gu Xiao to get some rest. Then he turned around and went upstairs.
When Ji Chen took his first step up the stairs, Gu Xiaoâs voice suddenly came from behind.
âBrother, do you really not blame me?â
Ji Chen stopped in his tracks and turned around to look at Gu Xiao seriously.
âI wonât blame you.â
Although Old Master Ji doted on him, he didnât spend much time by Old Master Jiâs side. He had too many things to learn in his childhood and didnât have much time to focus on this area.
Moreover, he knew that Old Master Ji only doted on him because he was the only heir of the Ji family. True love⦠Who knew how much of that was actually there?
Previously, the entire Ji residence was just a house to Ji Chen. It was only after Gu Xiao came back that he strengthened his relationship with the Ji Family.
âDonât think too much.â Seeing Gu Xiaoâs relaxed expression, Ji Chen knew that he had really calmed her down and went upstairs again.
Gu Xiao looked at Ji Chenâs disappearing figure and smiled.
After returning to her room, she called Chu An.
Chu An seemed to have been waiting for her call. As soon as she made the call, the other party immediately picked up.
âHello? Xiaoxiao? How was your visit to Old Master Ji today?â
Gu Xiao sat by the bed and listened to Chu Anâs voice. Only then did she finally feel that what happened today was real.
She laughed softly, then told him everything that had happened that day.
Seeing that Gu Xiao wasnât bullied, Chu An was relieved.
âHowâs the situation online now?â Gu Xiao asked softly.
âYouâre still worried when Iâm the one dealing with things? The current situation online is one-sided, and theyâre all supporting you! If the Ji family has any reservations because of the comments online, they wonât do anything to you.â
Hearing Chu Anâs words, Gu Xiao was slightly relieved.
She was still young. Even if she had the protection of the Chu family, it was still impossible for her to go against the Ji family. Furthermore, Ji Gao was ambitious now. He would definitely not let her ruin his plan!
The comments online were also a form of protection for Gu Xiao.
Gu Xiao said a few more words to Chu An before reluctantly hanging up.
On the other side, Jiang He had not given up on using Old Master Ji to chase Gu Xiao out of the Ji family.
At night, Jiang He and Ji Gao lay on the same bed. They were clearly husband and wife, but there was still a considerable gap between the two of them.
âHubby, youâve seen Gu Xiaoâs performance today. Sheâs so young, yet sheâs so reckless and bold in front of Dad. I wonder what sheâll do when she grows up. Do you still insist on keeping Gu Xiao?â
As Jiang He spoke, she turned over and placed one hand under her head. She looked at Ji Gao with a worried and fearful gaze.
Ji Gao was lying flat on the bed with his hands obediently placed on his abdomen. When he heard Jiang Heâs words, he did not answer for a moment.
When Jiang He saw this, she did not mind and continued to persuade him. âItâs not just that child Ah Wen now. Even Dad wants to chase Gu Xiao away. Are you not even willing to listen to Dadâs words?â
Upon hearing this, Ji Gao, who had his eyes closed, suddenly opened them. A trace of darkness and viciousness flashed across his eyes.
âYou donât have to talk about this anymore. 1 know how to deal with it!â
Jiang He moved closer to Ji Gao and placed her fair hand on Ji Gaoâs chest, gently caressing it.
Her voice was low, with a hint of grievance, and her expression darkened.
âYouâve never been so cold to me before. During this period of time, think about how long youâve neglected me.â As she spoke, Jiang He directly leaned her head against Ji Gaoâs chest and listened to his heartbeat.
Ji Gaoâs eyes flashed. He reached out and held the hand that was messing around on his chest.
âDonât worry, Iâll consider this matter carefully. Iâll go and probe the Chu family again.â
Upon hearing this, Jiang He hummed softly and did not say anything else..