novelaction Chapter 825 The Orphan Girl Deceived by the Pretending-to-Be-Poor CEO (10)
Chapter 825 The Orphan Girl Deceived by the Pretending-to-Be-Poor CEO (10)
Cheng Wenjing suddenly introduced Mu Zhou's identity, attracting the attention of everyone outside the ward.
Ignoring the gazes of others, Mu Zhou spoke frankly to Xiang Ze's parents:
"Hello, uncle and aunt."
Now that she's been introduced, there's no need for her to hide.
The two nodded in response to her greeting.
"Hello."
At least on the surface, they seem to be quite friendly.
But another woman, a few years older than Cheng Wenjing, looked rather displeased.
She looked Mu Zhou up and down, her disapproval evident in her eyes.
Mu Zhou knew that this was Xiang Ze's aunt, Xiang Qin.
The ward door opened, and the doctor came out and explained the situation to Xiang Ze's parents in detail.
They were relieved after confirming it was just a fracture and nothing serious.
When everyone entered the ward, Xiang Ze was still unconscious.
A hospital ward is a place for recuperation, and too many people are not good, so Xiang Qin said to everyone:
"Everyone is relieved that Xiaoze is alright. Go home early. Once Xiaoze is better, we'll have him invite you all over to our house."
Naturally, no one lingered any longer. After saying goodbye to their elders, they prepared to leave.
Xiang Qin then pulled Cheng Wenjing back:
"Wenjing, please sit down. I have something to ask you."
He then turned to talk to Cheng Wenjing, completely ignoring Mu Zhou.
Her goal was to deliberately give Mu Zhou the cold shoulder.
Mu Zhou certainly wouldn't offer his help only to be met with indifference.
She and the others said their polite goodbyes and left.
There was not a trace of lingering attachment.
Xiang Qin became even angrier when she realized that she had left in the blink of an eye.
"What a piece of trash! She only showed her face when her boyfriend was in a car accident, and didn't even bother to take care of him at his bedside."
Xiang Qin is only four years older than Cheng Wenjing. Although they are from different generations, they have always had a good relationship.
Cheng Wenjing knew her temperament well, so she echoed:
"The young lady does have a strong temper."
He then recounted how Xiang Ze had "tested" Mu Zhou and then given him a million dollars after it was discovered.
Xiang Qin dismissed the question with disdain:
"She's really lucky. She only has to suffer for a few months, and then she'll live a life of wealth and luxury."
With such a good deal, how dare she be so rude?
Xiang Ze is the youngest in the Xiang family.
Having grown up pampered and spoiled since childhood, they never had to suffer the pain of love.
Xiang Qin doted on him especially, and after hearing these things, her impression of Mu Zhou was greatly diminished.
Xiang's parents didn't say much.
They never really interfered in their children's affairs.
Besides, they didn't think Xiang Ze and that girl would end up together, so why should they interfere?
After confirming that their son was alright, they left.
A short while later, Xiang Ze woke up.
Cheng Wenjing was delighted when she saw it:
"Xiaoze, you're awake. Is anything bothering you?"
Xiang Ze's gaze slowly focused, and his first words were:
"Where's Mu Zhou?"
Cheng Wenjing's smile froze, and she almost couldn't maintain her gentle older sister persona.
Xiang Ze's voice was hoarse, and he coughed lightly, sounding uncomfortable.
"I heard her voice, but I couldn't open my eyes and soon fainted again."
He was certain she had been there.
Cheng Wenjing knew there was no point in lying like this, so she didn't hide it from him:
"She and Wang Yu did come by just now, but they only took a quick look and left."
Xiang Qin happened to walk in and, after overhearing their conversation, interjected sarcastically:
"You, you're thinking about other people as soon as you wake up, without even considering whether they care about you."
Xiang Ze obediently called out "Little Aunt".
Xiang Qin treated him the best, so he naturally respected her in return.
Xiang Ze felt a little upset about what she said.
But then I thought, Mu Zhou was willing to come over immediately, so he must be worried about him too.
Perhaps it was because his family was there that she felt embarrassed to stay any longer.
After getting his phone back, he immediately started texting Mu Zhou to let him know he was safe.
Meanwhile, Mu Zhou went to the historical and cultural park.
A store employee was accidentally injured while delivering goods today. His ankle swelled up and he is currently in the hospital.
Her daughter is still in kindergarten, and today the kindergarten organized an activity, so Mu Zhou went to pick up her child.
Upon arriving at the entrance of the cultural park, she glanced around for a moment, then noticed a map on one side and went over to examine it carefully.
After finding the direction of the kindergarten, she prepared to go there.
Turning around, I saw Gu Huaizhou walking towards me from another road.
It was unusual for him to be wearing a suit and tie.
Behind him followed several men, also dressed in suits and work clothes, who appeared to be on patrol.
Mu Zhou's gaze merely swept over it before quickly shifting away.
Unexpectedly, Gu Huaizhou called out to her.
"You saw me and didn't even say hello?"
He walked slowly toward her with his hands in his pockets.
I always felt that after seeing Mu Zhou, his serious demeanor vanished instantly, and he even started walking around without any manners.
That carefree attitude seemed to be etched into his very bones.
Seeing this, the others all made excuses to leave.
Gu Huaizhou lowered his eyes:
"What are you hiding from?"
"I saw you working."
That's why I didn't say hello.
This reason, however, made Gu Huaizhou raise an eyebrow and look at her meaningfully:
"You care about me that much? You even care about my job."
"..."
Mu Zhou remained silent, controlling his eye-roll:
"This is just basic social etiquette."
"is it?"
Gu Huaizhou stared at her face, unsure whether he believed her or not.
Mu Zhou thought his thought process was too peculiar, so she quickened her pace:
"I still have something to do, so I'll take the first step."
"Oh, I'm fine."
Gu Huaizhou's calm yet shameless attitude surprised Mu Zhou.
She stopped and looked at him intently:
"Mr. Gu, weren't you always afraid that I would seduce you? So what are you doing now?"
Under her gaze, Gu Huaizhou's heart was pounding so hard it was deafening, but he showed no sign of guilt.
"Since I misunderstood you, what's wrong with being friends?"
Mu Zhou met his gaze quietly for a moment before looking away.
"I have to go to the kids, I don't have time to waste with you."
"child?"
Gu Huaizhou frowned.
Mu Zhou was too lazy to explain to him.
After finding the place, a group of little ones were lined up, led by their teacher, waiting for their parents.
Mu Zhou showed the shop assistant's parent pick-up pass, and the teachers had already received a call from the shop assistant, so Mu Zhou was able to pick up the child smoothly.
The two held hands, and Mu Zhou's voice softened as he lowered his head to ask:
Are you hungry? What would you like to eat?
"Auntie, I want to eat a hamburger, fries, and Coke."
The child counted on his fingers, listing his favorite foods.
"Okay, Auntie will go buy you a hamburger first, and then we'll go find Mom, okay?"
"it is good!"
The children's voices were clear and innocent, and Mu Zhou couldn't help but pick them up when he spoke.
Sweet, soft, and charming, both obedient and endearing.
Gu Huaizhou listened from behind, his heart pounding faster and faster.
Actually, he didn't know why he had been so persistent in clinging to Mu Zhou after they met.
Perhaps, he wanted to confirm his guess.
She is a very scheming woman.
She was trying to seduce him.
But at that moment, he felt he was making a fool of himself.
The closer he got to Mu Zhou, the more he realized her influence on him.
But she was Xiang Ze's girlfriend.
Not appropriate.
Gu Huaizhou stared at her back for a long time, his thoughts churning.