Chapter 266: Old Master Gu’s Blank Expression
Su He blinked. A simple seeding machine?
Isn’t that the thing our machinery factory developed?
Right—Factory Director Hu had even said he’d put her name first among the developers!
This girl was really something—she knew exactly what was going on, yet on the surface she looked as meek as a little quail.
“Grandpa Gu, you’re absolutely right. My achievements are nothing worth mentioning. I’ll keep working harder and strive for even greater accomplishments!”
Old Master Gu snorted. “Good that you know. Pride leads to backwardness, humility leads to progress. Don’t get carried away over a little success…”
“Grandpa Gu, that’s so well said! Wait a moment—I’ll write it down!”
As she spoke, she pulled out a small notebook and pen, looking at him expectantly.
Old Master Gu suddenly found himself unable to continue.
He simply made an excuse and retreated to the study—out of sight, out of mind.
When he came out again, he saw Su He surrounded by Gu Wenmin and the others, chatting away animatedly.
Gu Wenmin held Su He’s hand. “Little Su, you’re such a strong girl—it makes people feel sorry for you. If anything happens in the future, don’t shoulder it alone. Call your eldest aunt.”
Lü Qin, wife of Gu Wenqing, had reddened eyes. “Your aunt is right. From now on, you’re one of the Gu family. If anyone bullies you, we’ll stand up for you!”
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Old Master Gu: “……”
I was only gone for about an hour, right?
Not a whole year?
What kind of spell did she cast on you all? You’re already treating her like family?
I haven’t even given my approval yet!
Gu Wenfang, on the other hand, felt relieved when she saw Old Master Gu return. Finally!
If he hadn’t come out soon, she would’ve had no place left in the room!
Everyone else had been charmed by Su He—she’d only said one bad thing about her, and they’d all shot her cold looks!
At that moment, the phone rang.
It was Gu Wenlian, the eldest son, saying there was an urgent task at the garrison and he and his wife couldn’t make it back.
Old Master Gu didn’t say much—official duties came before family matters.
Maybe it was just as well. If they had come back, they might’ve ended up enchanted by that “unyielding lump” too.
No sooner had he hung up than the phone rang again.
He picked it up casually—it was Gu Wenming.
“Dad, that simple seeding machine is ingeniously designed, highly practical, and has strong potential for widespread adoption…”
Old Master Gu was pleased. “That’s good, that’s good. Our national strength is still limited—large-scale agricultural machinery isn’t realistic yet, but small-scale machines can serve as a transition.”
“Right, Dad, there’s something else I need to tell you.”
Gu Wenming sounded hesitant.
Old Master Gu frowned. “If you’ve got something to say, say it!”
“Dad… that seeding machine’s trademark is ‘He’—as in ‘grain.’ And the lead developer listed is… Little Su. The machine was produced by An County Machinery Factory…”
Old Master Gu went completely blank.
Why was it that every outstanding young woman he encountered somehow, in the end… turned out to be Su He?
The one who published articles in the newspaper—her.
The one who rebuked foreign guests in the restaurant—her.
The one who saved someone in the park—her.
And now even the one who developed the seeding machine—also her!
Had he fallen into some kind of demon’s lair?!
And how could one girl know how to do so many things?
She even designs agricultural machinery?
This was… absurd!
Old Master Gu didn’t even remember when he hung up the phone. Thinking back on what he had said to Su He earlier, his face burned with embarrassment.
Just then, the meal was ready.
The Gu family was large, so they usually set up two tables.
Everyone had a fixed seat.
The seat to Old Master Gu’s left had always been left empty—that was reserved for his late wife.
On his right sat Gu Chiyan, his clearly favored grandson.
The rest were seated in their usual places.
With Su He there today, she was seated next to Gu Chiyan.
Old Master Gu said sternly, “Let’s eat.”
Everyone ate quietly, strictly observing the rule of not speaking at the table.
Su He, however, didn’t pick up her chopsticks. She just stared at Old Master Gu expectantly.
At first, he tried to ignore her. But under her constant gaze, he finally asked, “Do you need something?”
“Grandpa Gu, this is my first time eating at the Gu household. Shouldn’t you say something? Like welcoming me?”
Old Master Gu: “……”
Do you not know whether you’re welcome or not?!
“Grandpa Gu, if it’s inconvenient for you, how about I say a few words myself?”
Old Master Gu: “……”
Never have I seen someone so shameless!
Su He had the maid bring her a cup, poured tea into it, then stood up.
“I’m very happy to have the chance to visit the Gu family today, and even happier to receive the recognition of Grandpa and all the elders…”
Old Master Gu: …Recognizing yourself, are we?
“I haven’t known Chiyan for long, and I was once uncertain about our future. But now, I’m firm in my decision to walk this path with him.
Because the Gu family has a leader like Grandpa Gu, and such a strong family tradition, I believe Chiyan must be a responsible and dependable man…”
Old Master Gu’s furrowed brows gradually smoothed out, as if rolled flat by a rolling pin.
He had to admit—the girl really knew how to flatter.
If not for her background, she’d be far better than those timid, overly reserved girls.
As he thought this, he glanced at Gu Chiyan, only to see his grandson looking radiant, a faint smile on his lips.
A pang struck the old man’s heart.
Ever since that incident, the boy rarely looked this happy.
Maybe… I should just let it be?
Her background might be lacking, but the girl herself was quite outstanding. With some guidance, she might well be able to carry the role…
Su He rambled on for a while before concluding, “I’ll use tea in place of wine to toast everyone!”
She drank the tea in one go.
Old Master Gu sighed inwardly, then lifted his cup and drank the liquor inside.
The rest of the Gu family immediately understood—he had accepted her.
They all raised their cups and drank as well.
Gu Wenfang felt utterly stifled.
Father, if you were going to accept her anyway, why put on all that earlier?
You’re fine now—but you’ve left me hanging out to dry!
This Su He keeps taking jabs at me, and Chiyan is coldly threatening me… wasn’t I just asking for trouble?!
