“I just got here too,”
Xu Mu said with a smile.
【Favorability +5】
Guo Xiao took off her jacket and hung it nearby. She was wearing a black pencil skirt that accentuated her figure.
Her black French wavy hair was tied up today, making her look even more spirited.
“Please, have a seat.”
Xu Mu pressed the corner of the table to signal the staff to start serving the dishes.
Guo Xiao sat opposite him, a hint of curiosity in her voice as she asked, “Young Master Xu, may I ask why you wanted to see me?”
“These past few days, there’s been quite a stir about me. I suppose Miss Guo is aware of it?”
Xu Mu folded his hands on the edge of the table, smiling gently.
“Of course I know.”
Guo Xiao nodded.
Such big business news would definitely spread quickly within their circle.
Even if she hadn’t heard it herself, her secretary would have informed her of such major events.
Guo Xiao had been following the developments closely.
Later on, upon learning that Xu Mu was such a compassionate person, she couldn’t help but admire him.
Of course, some people believed all the donations were made by Xu Shou.
But Guo Xiao thought otherwise — she believed Xu Mu’s generosity was genuine, and he was truly different from the rumors.
“Miss Guo, this is why I called you here. Do you know who’s behind the smear campaign against me?”
Xu Mu looked intently at Guo Xiao’s fair face.
“Isn’t it the Chai family? Although they’ve issued a statement denying involvement, many pieces of evidence point to them.”
Guo Xiao answered without hesitation.
“Yes, the Chai family did it, but behind the scenes, it’s Fang Chu pulling the strings.”
Xu Mu said calmly.
Hearing this, Guo Xiao’s eyes flickered with unease. In fact, she had suspected as much deep down.
Her voice trembled as she asked, “Young Master Xu… how do you know this?”
“I think I mentioned before that Fang Chu fancies a few students. I’m on good terms with them, so Fang Chu grew jealous.”
Xu Mu briefly explained the whole situation. “Before the video of my fight was released, he had already sent it to those students, hoping to sow discord between us.”
Guo Xiao’s fists clenched tighter as she listened.
That Fang Chu was truly a bastard!
The more she thought about it, the angrier she became, until tears welled up in her eyes.
“Miss Guo, I know this has nothing to do with you. There’s no need for you to be so anxious.”
Xu Mu waved his hand reassuringly.
【Favorability +20】
Guo Xiao sighed inwardly, thinking Xu Mu was so much better than Fang Chu.
The more she thought about it, the more wronged she felt, until tears finally streamed down her face.
“Young Master Xu, what do you want to ask? If I know, I’ll tell you.”
Guo Xiao took a tissue from the side and gently wiped her tears.
“What exactly is going on with Fang Chu? How did he suddenly get involved with the Chai family?”
Xu Mu asked — this was the real reason he had called Guo Xiao over.
“Do you know about the ancient martial artists?”
“Of course I do.”
“I don’t know what happened either, but Fang Chu suddenly became an ancient martial artist. Now he’s arrogant and violent, often beating my mother.”
Guo Xiao’s tears flowed again. “He even threatened us, saying if we disobey him, he’d kill my mom.”
Xu Mu narrowed his eyes, confirming his suspicions.
Fang Chu should have recovered physically and stepped back into the realm of ancient martial artists.
The Chai family was much the same as the Feng Family—just a traditional business clan.
As an ancient martial artist, Fang Chu only needed to show a move or two in their presence to secure a deal.
“I see.”
Xu Mu nodded lightly. “Miss Guo, if you ever run into trouble in the future, don’t hesitate to call me. I’ll definitely help you.”
【Favorability +10】
Guo Xiao nodded firmly. Even she hadn’t expected that at a critical moment, she would have to rely on another man.
While they were talking, the food arrived.
They ate as they chatted, and Xu Mu learned from Guo Xiao that Fang Chu hadn’t discussed any of his recent actions with them.
She had no idea what Fang Chu planned to do next.
But now that she knew Fang Chu had become an ancient martial artist, Xu Mu naturally had to adjust his strategy.
It was time to see how this son-in-law differed from Lin Yang.
After the meal,
they parted ways.
Just as Xu Mu got into his car, ready to drive home, his phone rang again.
He glanced at it—it was a call from Zhao Yingying.
He answered, “What’s up?”
“Brother Mu, do you have time tonight? Mom and I want to invite you to dinner.”
Zhao Yingying asked from the other end of the line.
“Maybe another day.”
Xu Mu replied, “I just finished eating, and I’m quite full. Let’s meet another time.”
“Brother Mu! I’m apologizing on behalf of my mom. We’re sorry—we wronged you.”
Zhao Yingying’s voice trembled with tears. “Sorry.”
“What’s this about? Why are you apologizing?”
Xu Mu was puzzled. “What did you wrong me for?”
“Brother Mu, you must still be upset... boohoo...”
Zhao Yingying realized Xu Mu was pretending not to know, clearly still angry.
Xu Mu was a bit speechless. Why were they crying over something so trivial?
“All right! Where are you now? I’ll come over right away.”
Could it really be because Li Yun hadn’t answered his calls once today?
If that were the case, they were way too sensitive.
“Brother Mu, we’re at home. Mom and I cooked dinner ourselves today.”
Hearing Xu Mu agree, Zhao Yingying was overjoyed.
“Don’t make too much—I just ate.”
Xu Mu said, then hung up.
He first sent a message to Ye Tong, telling her not to cook for him tonight.
Then he drove over to Li Yun’s house.
It was time to consider Fang Chu’s situation.
From Fang Chu’s current moves, this guy was even more sinister than Lin Yang, fond of playing dirty tricks.
Usually, people like this were tough to deal with.
Xu Mu needed to think carefully.
By the time he arrived at Li Yun’s doorstep, dusk had already fallen.
He parked by the roadside and knocked on the door.
“Coming!”
A young voice called from inside, and the door was opened by Zhao Yingying.
She was as pure and fresh as ever, looking just like the girl next door.
Today, she wore a simple beige dress, her long black hair cascading straight down her back like a waterfall.
“Brother Mu, come in quickly!”
Zhao Yingying grabbed Xu Mu’s arm and pulled him inside, then closed the door behind them.
【Favorability +10】
Li Yun, busy in the kitchen, quickly came out at that moment.
She wore a pair of jeans on the bottom and a simple white thin sweater on top.
At this moment, the sweater seemed to ripple with emotion, creating a vivid, three-dimensional image.
[Affection +20]
Li Yun’s face was full of apology. “Xiao Mu, I’m sorry. I misunderstood you today.”
Her eyes were still slightly red as she spoke.
“Auntie, I don’t even know what you misunderstood about me,” Xu Mu said as she walked over, waving her hand dismissively.
“I shouldn’t have believed Fang Chu’s lies…”
Li Yun’s expression grew uneasy, especially as she thought about what Fang Chu had said.
She blushed slightly, unable to voice her thoughts.
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