Chapter 340 - Chapter 340: Hubby, I Was Wrong
Chapter 340: Hubby, I Was Wrong
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Gu Qingcheng’s momentary daze broke, and she noticed the gentleness and concern in Huo Sicheng’s eyes. She felt a surge of bitterness and guilt.
“Hubby…”
“Yes.”
“I won’t argue with you anymore,” Gu Qingcheng said softly. “I won’t talk back to you.”
Huo Sicheng gently shook his head. “No, we still need to argue. Tell me what you want to say. I don’t want you to change who you are.”
Gu Qingcheng was left speechless.
A soft chuckle escaped her lips.
Huo Sicheng was right. If she ceased her playful banters and arguments, she wouldn’t be herself.
He understood her nature well; when she was angry, nothing could stop her.
It was the reason he’d never hindered her outbursts; he knew her anger would dissipate after she had her say.
He understood her completely.
“It can’t be considered a change,” she softly responded, “At least I’ll try not to be unreasonable with you.”
Huo Sicheng knew her well. Suppressing her feelings was not in her nature; it would only worsen things.
“You…”
Meanwhile, Qin Chong was mingling with the higher-ups, occasionally glancing at Huo Sicheng and Gu Qingcheng, who were whispering among themselves.
He couldn’t hear their conversation but felt they were plotting against him and
Chu He.
“Sicheng, Qingcheng…” He approached them. “What are you two talking about?” he asked warmly.
Huo Sicheng, interrupted by Qin Chong, looked at him calmly and indifferently. “Nothing much.”
Qin Chong turned to the crowd, introducing them. “Everyone, this is the president of the Huo Corporation. You must have seen the young and promising President Huo,” he said with a smile. “And this is your chairman’s daughter, Gu Qingcheng. She’s also the eldest daughter of the Gu family. I’m sure you’ve seen her on the internet or on TV. She’s the principal of Royal Dance Academy. She’s all over the trending searches. She’s a big hit.”
Gu Qingcheng didn’t appreciate how Qin Chong introduced her, especially the part about being Gu Tianhao’s daughter.
She didn’t identify with that title in her heart, but she couldn’t deny it was technically true.
“Hello, everyone,” she greeted the crowd elegantly. “I’m Gu Qingcheng. I used to hear my father mention how amazing you all are. It’s my first time meeting you, and as a junior, I’m eager to learn from you.”
Compared to Gu Qingcheng, who spoke politely with the executives, Huo Sicheng’s expression was indifferent. His whole demeanor radiated a chill that kept people at a distance, showing no regard for the opinions of the executives.
The members of the board of directors looked at Huo Sicheng. Although this was their first time meeting President Huo in person, his name was well-known to them. They were all aware of his decisive and ruthless methods, so no one dared to provoke him.
However, many still felt pity that Huo Sicheng, a dragon among men, was disabled. Most importantly, it was widely known that Huo Sicheng was inhumane, and thus, their gazes towards him inevitably carried a hint of sympathy.
Gu Qingcheng noticed the sympathy in their looks towards Huo Sicheng and felt annoyed.
So what if his legs were crippled?
He was stronger than anyone present!
She hated their stares at her husband. “You should know that my father is seriously ill. Without his decision-making, many projects can’t proceed. As the eldest daughter of the Gu family, I…”
Chu He also noticed the sympathy and looked at the higher-ups with disdain.
They were all concerned about Huo Sicheng, their master.
Even disabled, none of them matched his wealth and power.
Just as she was about to defend Huo Sicheng, she heard Gu Qingcheng’s words and knew something was wrong. She wouldn’t let Gu Qingcheng take over Gu Corporation before her.
She interrupted loudly, “As Gu Tianhao’s wife, I have the right to tell everyone that from today, I will take over all the board of directors’ affairs until my husband recovers,” she declared.
The room’s focus shifted from Gu Qingcheng to Chu He. The board of directors, astute people, had already guessed Gu Qingcheng’s intention but Chu He had pre-empted her.
They exchanged glances, anticipating the showdown between Gu Qingcheng and Chu He.
Qin Chong pretended not to hear Chu He and had no intention of intervening. Gu Qingcheng observed everyone’s reactions but seemed indifferent to those who wanted to watch the drama unfold.
She caught Huo Sicheng’s eye and, seeing him about to speak, placed her hand on his shoulder, signaling him not to step in.
Huo Sicheng felt the pressure of her arm on his shoulder.
He looked into her eyes, seeing her calmness and unreadable thoughts.
Since she didn’t want him to step forward, he would listen to his woman and remain silent.
Seeing Huo Sicheng’s inaction, Gu Qingcheng addressed Chu He, “As my father’s wife, you are indeed the rightful Mrs. Gu and qualified to take over Gu Corporation. But I just received news that my father didn’t lose his footing and fall. Someone pushed him down the stairs, and it’s unclear if he’s dead or alive.”
As soon as these words were spoken, there was a buzz, and everyone present began to whisper among themselves.
Chu He’s expression changed drastically.
Although Gu Qingcheng had told her to her face that she pushed Gu Tianhao, she had no proof. Now, her hurry to take over the Gu Corporation made people suspect her of pushing him.
“Why are you spouting nonsense at such an occasion?” Chu He feigned shock. “Your father fell down the stairs. No one pushed him. Don’t scare people with your words.”
After she finished speaking, she gave Qin Chong a look. She knew she was no match for Gu Qingcheng on her own and needed Qin Chong to step in and help her.
After all, Qin Chong was Gu Tianhao’s brother. If he supported her, all the executives would also stand by her side. She needed his support for herself.
Qin Chong glanced at Chu He.
He knew she was no match for Gu Qingcheng and had expected Huo Sicheng to support her immediately. But Gu Qingcheng didn’t want his help. He didn’t understand her plan but couldn’t leave Chu He alone.
He turned to Gu Qingcheng with a smile.
“Qingcheng, I know you’re worried about your father, but you can’t say things like that. You…”
“I’m not talking nonsense,” Gu Qingcheng interjected, looking at Qin Chong. “There’s no smoke without fire.. If my father just fell, why would anyone say he was pushed?”