Chapter 1780 - 1779: Self-Reflection

Sima Xiaowen continued, "I trust my intuition. Although I’ve forgotten, surely many things happened between us that made me wary of this person. That’s why when you suggested it, my first thought was that it was not feasible." Sima Xiaowen said seriously.

"Could it be that serious?"

Gu Qiaoqiao isn’t naive, naturally not thinking too highly of people. The reason she didn’t care was that she herself had the capability.

She had the ability to protect her family.

Therefore, she truly didn’t take Liu Ling seriously.

Despite Liu Ling’s many gimmicks, compared to Gu Qiaoqiao, she’s far inferior.

"... Preventing trouble before it happens, you have too many concerns now, so don’t take unnecessary risks."

Gu Qiaoqiao thought Xiao Wen made a good point, nodding in agreement, "Hm, I understand. But what about this matter?"

"I’ll handle it."

Sima Xiaowen said slowly.

"Are you going to tell Chu Chengfeng about this?"

Sima Xiaowen rolled her eyes at Gu Qiaoqiao, "I don’t even bother talking to him. Rest assured, just pretend you know nothing about this."

Seeing Sima Xiaowen so determined, Gu Qiaoqiao could only agree.

The abilities of Sima Xiaowen and Elder Sima were well regarded; maybe this matter would be better handled by them. After all, this was an internal Phoenix Clan issue. Regardless, she, Gu Qiaoqiao, was truly an outsider for now.

Alright, she seemed to have taken things for granted.

Gu Qiaoqiao took a moment to self-reflect.

After Sima Xiaowen drove away, Gu Qiaoqiao told Qin Yize about the earlier events.

At first, Qin Yize listened with furrowed brows, but once he heard that Sima Xiaowen was handling it herself, his brows relaxed. He gently rubbed Gu Qiaoqiao’s head, saying indulgently, "... You."

"... What about me?"

Gu Qiaoqiao was a bit indignant, "If she can do it, why can’t I? Besides, it was her wrongdoing initially. How come the wrongdoer has a point now?"

"I didn’t say you were wrong. Ultimately, it’s because you saw Liu Ling making a move against a child and got angry."

"Exactly, that’s it. This is Liu Ling’s debt, and she needs to repay it."

"But did you consider that Liu Ling’s actions prove she has no feelings for the Qi Family? Someone like that is truly ungrateful."

"Just like Chu Chengfeng." Gu Qiaoqiao said angrily.

Qin Yize smiled lightly, "Qiaoqiao, don’t get upset when I say this. She’s different from Chu Chengfeng. Though Chu Chengfeng behaved dishonorably and indecent after recovering his memory regarding Sima Xiaowen, apart from that, he’s done well."

"Where did he do well?"

"Haven’t you noticed Chu Chengfeng always seems a half-step lower in front of Sima Xiaowen and Elder Sima?"

Gu Qiaoqiao pondered for a bit, "I didn’t notice that."

"Exactly, how could you notice? You’re often angry when looking at him, but he doesn’t behave like this with others."

Qin Yize continued, "This proves he’s trying hard to make up for his mistakes. So, Chu Chengfeng isn’t irredeemable, but Liu Ling is. We don’t know her well, people’s hearts are unpredictable, so better be cautious. After all, she’s now the future Clan Leader’s Wife of the Phoenix Clan, recognized by the four elders. They’ve been together for a long time, and it’s considered internal Phoenix Clan affairs, so let’s not interfere."

Gu Qiaoqiao’s clear eyes moved slightly. Actually, when Sima Xiaowen said she would handle it, she knew having Sima Xiaowen deal with it was most suitable.

Because she doesn’t understand Liu Ling’s way of doing things now. If she lets herself be bitten back unexpectedly, it would be a loss.

So Gu Qiaoqiao laughed and jumped into Qin Yize’s arms, giggling, "Alright, I get it. Hopefully, this can be resolved satisfactorily."

The intention is good, but sometimes things don’t go as planned.

Before Sima Xiaowen could find Liu Ling, Liu Ling came looking for Gu Qiaoqiao in the morning.

She came to a conclusion after thinking for one night.

What she did to Qi Fang must have been seen by Gu Qiaoqiao.

Gu Qiaoqiao saw it, she certainly wouldn’t stay silent, and Sima Xiaowen would naturally know. Since Gu Qiaoqiao stepped in to save Qi Fang, it means she wouldn’t stand by idly.

Actually, at first, Liu Ling didn’t know Gu Qiaoqiao had seen her. She just felt uneasy, so after exchanging a few words with Chu Chengfeng, she started looking for Qi Fang’s whereabouts.

She knew Qi Fang couldn’t have come alone, there would certainly be family members nearby. Since she already denied it, naturally, she didn’t want any relation with the Qi Family.

Who would have thought she’d see Old Man Qi and his two grandsons at the plaza downstairs, one of whom was Qi Fang. The three were counting the money in their pockets, possibly discussing whether it was cheaper to take the train or the bus?

Same as ever, poor and shabby.

But knowing they were headed back to Yanjing, she couldn’t be bothered.

She had concealed her presence, but when she passed by them, she discovered the spiritual energy she placed on Qi Fang had been devoured, followed by a familiar Mystic Sect aura.

She then realized someone witnessed her affair with Qi Fang.

She waited on the other side of the gate, hiding her presence, then saw Gu Qiaoqiao and An Xiaotong come out of the mall smiling, with lots of bags in hand, clearly having bought many things.

Their expressions were also very happy.

And it was just the two of them, no one else.

The trio surely had left, given the crowd at the entrance of the bustling mall, what could she do?

No matter what she did, it would attract attention, especially with Gu Qiaoqiao present.

She lingered for a while; she didn’t have her phone, and Chu Chengfeng couldn’t find her. Once he did, she confirmed that in this mall aside from Gu Qiaoqiao, only she and Chu Chengfeng were of the Mystic Sect.

So, it meant the one who devoured her Phoenix Clan spiritual energy was Gu Qiaoqiao.

She waited all night without getting a call from Gu Qiaoqiao. Uncertain of what Gu Qiaoqiao intended, she decided to directly confront her.

Gu Qiaoqiao was slightly taken aback when she saw Liu Ling but still welcomed her inside, as a guest is a guest.

At this time, the family was busy with New Year’s preparations, leaving Gu Qiaoqiao the least occupied. She led Liu Ling to the small lounge.

Liu Ling wasn’t evasive; she directly asked Gu Qiaoqiao, "Miss Gu, was it you at the mall yesterday?"