Chapter 575: An Excuse
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
He stood before her, speaking in a manner that was naturally neat and handsome, causing Gu Zi to feel a sense of illusion. Was that slightly erotic kiss just a dream she had? Regardless, it was time to discuss serious matters.
“So, once he’s arrested, everything will be resolved?” she asked. “Remember to demand compensation for the economic losses of our pig farm, as well as the costs of repairing the village’s electrical circuit and other related expenses. You must remember all of this.”
Gu Zi’s principle when it came to money was simple: she would not take a penny that was not rightfully hers, nor would she let go of a single cent that was due to her. The village had pooled funds to pay for the repairs, hoping to restore electricity as soon as possible. However, this did not mean that the person responsible for the damage should not compensate them.
Su Shen nodded. “Yes, compensation is necessary. Are you tired? Should we go to bed early?” He naturally wrapped his arms around her, his chin resting on her shoulder, intoxicated by the scent of her hair.
Gu Zi’s neck tickled under his touch, causing her to involuntarily shrink back. He lifted her up and placed her on the bed. He then climbed into bed, lying next to her and closing his eyes. With her by his side, he always fell asleep exceptionally quickly.
The next day, Su Shen drove Gu Zi to the shop in town. After breakfast, they headed to the city.
As soon as Su Shen’s car left, Gui Hua ran in and started chatting with Gu Zi. “So, that’s your man, huh? The richest man around here. But he looks a bit fierce. Aren’t you afraid of him?”
Gui Hua had just finished cleaning the shop and was planning to come over for a bowl of hot and spicy soup to warm up. She had noticed a handsome and slender figure, who seemed even more attractive than Lin Cheng, her previous crush. She almost thought she was falling in love again, but when she saw Su Shen’s tightly pursed lips and serious expression, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe.
Gui Hua realized that no matter how handsome a man was, if he had such a cold face, she wouldn’t be able to fall for him. Her infatuation faded as quickly as it had come.
She then noticed Gu Zi across from the man and realized that the man was holding a little girl, Su Le. Suddenly, it dawned on her that this must be Gu Zi’s man. Gui Hua was stunned.
Feeling embarrassed, she decided to wait until Su Shen had left before approaching Gu Zi. She placed her order with Li Hua, who was busy in the shop. “A bowl of hot and spicy soup, a mixed meat stew, a fried dough stick, and an egg!”
Li Hua responded from a distance. Gu Zi stood up to clear the dishes she and Su Shen had used, and said to Gui Hua, “He’s not fierce to me. I can’t love him enough. Can you watch Lele for a bit? I’m going to help my sister-in-law.”
Gui Hua pouted, resigned to her single status. However, she was quickly distracted by the adorable little Su Le and settled down to look after the child.
Li Hua quickly brought Gui Hua’s order and was about to get back to work when Gui Hua stopped her. “Your business has been booming since you advertised in the newspaper. When will you tell me the love story between you and Lin Cheng? I’ve been waiting so long, I’m wilting!”
Li Hua, while attending to other customers, replied, “Maybe this afternoon, if I have time. But your business is doing well too. Do you really have time to listen to our love story?”
Li Hua had agreed to tell the story on a whim, not expecting Gui Hua to be so persistent. She planned to find time in the afternoon to share their story, looking forward to it herself.
Gui Hua was no longer interested in Lin Cheng. She wanted to hear their love story mainly because women enjoyed sharing stories with each other, not because she wanted to know about someone else’s husband.
The relationship between Li Hua and Gui Hua had evolved just as Gu Zi had predicted, gradually becoming good friends.
Sometimes, when someone bought a drink from Gui Hua’s shop, she would recommend them to visit Li Hua’s food shop across the street for breakfast or to buy stewed meat. She would even show them the newspaper advertisement for Li Hua’s shop. The customers would often return to Gui Hua’s shop after eating, thanking her for the recommendation.
Gui Hua had come to understand that being successful in business did not mean begrudging others their success. On the contrary, if they helped each other and the businesses in the area thrived, it would only benefit her shop. Realizing this, Gui Hua was even more eager to interact with Li Hua.
On the surface, she wanted to hear the story, but in reality, she was looking for an excuse to spend more time with Li Hua.