Chapter 275: Reporting That I’m Safe
Grandma Su massaged Grandma Zhao’s legs attentively while smiling apologetically. “In-law, we’re like sisters—you know my mouth isn’t the best, but my heart is!
Not to mention, yesterday when you lost your balance during exercise, I threw myself under you as a cushion. Otherwise, you would’ve had a bad fall…”
Grandma Zhao sighed. “In-law, what I said just now was also out of anger. You’ve been taking such good care of me—how could I take a few harsh words to heart…”
Only then did Grandma Su relax. She shot Su He a glare as the girl covered her mouth, laughing. “This is all your fault—you should’ve just told the whole story earlier! Now hurry and explain what really happened!”
So Su He briefly recounted what happened at the Gu family.
Grandma Su snorted. “If they had the guts, they should’ve stuck to their disapproval!
In the end, they just couldn’t bear to let go once they saw how outstanding my granddaughter is!
Don’t worry, girl—Grandma will remember this. When we meet them formally in the future, I’ll help you get your dignity back!”
Su He didn’t believe that at all—Grandma Su was the type who acted tough at home but never outside!
Back when her aunt was mistreated, Grandma Su hadn’t dared to confront the other family either.
After chatting and laughing for a while, Su He sighed. “In the end, it’s because our family background isn’t as strong, so we don’t have the same confidence when speaking.
Oh, and I ran into Shen Ruyi on the train to the capital. She looked like she wanted to eat me alive and even said she’d give me a ‘big gift’ soon.
People like her won’t stop unless they’re completely crushed. So we can’t relax yet—we have to keep pushing forward, even if we grit our teeth.”
Su Yongshi patted his chest. “Little Su, don’t worry! From now on, whatever you say, we’ll follow. As long as we stand united, whether it’s the Gu family or the Shen family, they’re nothing to us!”
Grandma Su also swore earnestly. “You’re right—relying on others is unreliable. If we want respect, we have to stand strong ourselves!
I may not be capable, but I’ll make sure everything at home is taken care of so you won’t be distracted.”
Cao Hongmei echoed her support, and Su Jinbao and Su Xiaoman were practically ready to chant slogans.
Even Tie Zhu blushed and said, “Sis, I’ll study hard and make you proud!”
Grandma Zhao, worried Grandma Su might start trouble again, also expressed her support.
Su He was satisfied. Whatever else, the Su family’s attitude was always solid.
She then reminded them not to reveal her relationship—especially anything about the Gu family’s background—not even to Grandpa Su or Grandpa Zhao.
She hadn’t intended to tell them, but it was impossible to hide: too many gifts, and her frequent correspondence with Gu Chiyan would eventually expose things.
Everyone quickly agreed.
Su Yongshi frowned. “Little Su, what tricks is Shen Ruyi planning now? Could she stir trouble through Su Yongzhen and his wife again? Should I take leave and go watch things in the countryside?”
Su He shook her head. “No need. They’re no longer a threat. Shen Ruyi isn’t that foolish.
Don’t worry—whatever comes, we’ll deal with it. As long as we’re in An County, she can’t cause much trouble.
Second Uncle, Second Aunt, it’s getting late. You should head back and rest. Come again after work tomorrow.”
They weren’t tired, but Su Jinbao clearly was—his eyes kept drooping, though he still clutched his fire poker.
After they left, Su He tidied up a bit and prepared for bed.
But Su Xiaoman mysteriously pulled her outside.
“Sis, don’t worry. Even though I wasn’t in the village, I had my subordinates keep watch on Grandpa. We’ll always have the latest information!”
Su He blinked. “Your… subordinates?”
“Yep! I bribed them with rabbit milk candies! They even said they’ll elect me as team leader when school starts!”
Su He: “……”
Looks like I need to step up my game, or I’ll be replaced soon!
“You probably won’t be team leader,” Su He said calmly. “I’m planning to transfer you to the county school next semester, same as Jinbao and Tie Zhu.”
Su Xiaoman froze—then exploded with excitement.
“Really?! That means I can live with you all the time?! That’s amazing! Sis, I miss you even if I don’t see you for a day!”
Su He thought: You just want the food and fun in town…
After declaring her loyalty, Su Xiaoman ran three laps around the yard in excitement.
Su He glanced toward Old Master Ge’s room. It was pitch dark, so she didn’t go over.
Earlier that afternoon, Grandma Su had invited him to wait together, but he’d snapped, “Why should I, an elder, wait for some little girl? Besides, she won’t arrive until nine—I go to bed early!”
Everyone knew he just had a sharp tongue but soft heart, so no one took it seriously.
After Su He went inside, Old Master Ge slowly stood up from where he’d been crouching by the wall.
His legs were nearly numb!
That ungrateful girl! Couldn’t she at least invite me again?!
He had heard some noise earlier—something about a boyfriend?
That girl’s dating someone now?
Early the next morning, Su He brought gifts to Old Master Ge’s courtyard.
He was practicing tai chi and glanced at her. “Well, well, you actually remembered to bring me something.
I thought you’d already forgotten this old man.
Things lose value when there are too many of them—same goes for grandfathers…”
Su He: “……”
You’re drinking vinegar this early in the morning?
She smiled sweetly. “Grandpa Ge, how could I forget you?
Look, I stood in line for two hours to buy you these reading glasses! And these pastries—over an hour! As for the clothes, I queued from morning till afternoon…”
He snorted. “Who wants these things!”
Su He: Then why are you reaching out to grab them?
He had wanted to subtly ask about her boyfriend, but she rushed off before he could.
After such a long trip, she had plenty to handle.
Her first stop was the machinery factory to see Director Hu.
“Back already?” he said with a smile. “Why not rest a couple more days? Business trips are exhausting!”
After some pleasantries, she got straight to the point. “Director, I’ve arranged with the Beijing–Tianjin train line to display models of our small agricultural machinery in the soft sleeper cars. If foreign guests are interested, they’ll contact us.”
His eyes lit up. “Brilliant idea!
You’re really something—only you could come up with such a sales method!
I’ll have people rush the models—once they’re ready, I’ll let you know.
Oh, and the simple seeders have already gone into mass production. They’ll be on the market soon…”
They discussed work for a while. As she was leaving, she added, “Director, I brought back some specialties from the capital. I had the driver leave them in the trunk.”
He laughed. “You’re quite thoughtful!”
Back at the secretary’s office, seeing Secretary Yang wasn’t there, she picked up the phone and dialed the Gu residence in the capital.
Old Master Gu answered while reading the newspaper. “Hello? Who is this?”
“Grandpa, it’s Little Su! I’ve arrived home safely. I was worried you might be concerned, so I called to let you know!”
Old Master Gu: “……”
Concerned? Who would worry about you?!
“Grandpa, let me report on my work—the machinery factory’s seeders are already in mass production and will hit the market soon…”
He looked impatient. Who has time to listen to all this nonsense?
Outside, the driver Little Zhao paced anxiously. The old chief had said they’d leave at 8:30—it was almost 9 now. Why hadn’t he come out yet?
