"If it was changed before, my Long family would naturally be embarrassed to make such a request, but now, outsiders don't know about the situation of the Gu family. Doesn't the owner of the Gu family know it? Concubine, that's her blessing, otherwise, once the Huayu Temple is finished, she might not even have a place to stand." Wan Butler said in a leisurely manner.
"Shut up, don't say that my Gu family hasn't collapsed yet, even if it does, my granddaughter of Gu Qingyang will never let anyone humiliate her and see her off!" Gu Qingyang served tea to see off the guests.
"Patriarch Gu, don't be angry, it's not too late to make a decision after thinking about some things." Instead of leaving, Steward Wan picked up his teacup and took a sip, looking reassured.
"That's right Patriarch Gu, Steward Wan is right. For such an important matter, it's not too late to think it over before making a decision." Several other elders in the room stepped forward to persuade.
"Patriarch Zhou, Patriarch He, Patriarch Xie, what do you mean?" Seeing the old men in front of him, Xu Qingyang's face changed slightly.
These people are all good friends who have known him for many years, but at this time they said such words, obviously speaking for the Long family, which added a bit of sadness to his already angry heart.
"Patriarch Gu, I won't hide it from you. When I came here earlier, I had already discussed with these patriarchs. As long as you agree to this marriage, the Long family will definitely support your business in the future. If you If you refuse to agree, then don't blame our Long family for not giving face. If I'm not mistaken, your Gu family is now relying on some income. If these businesses are gone, I will see what the Gu family will do What to do?" When it comes to this matter, Wan Butler didn't hide it, and threatened directly.
Although he had already guessed that this would be the result, Gu Qingyang's heart was still cold for a while, and he looked at those Patriarchs with anger.
"Patriarch Zhou, Patriarch He, Patriarch Xie, when your family was in trouble, how did I help you everywhere to plead for mercy? If it weren't for my Gu Qingyang's care in the past few years, how could your family have a bright future? How did you tell me?" Gu Qingyang said through gritted teeth.
These families are all small families in Tianyang City. They were almost kicked out of Tianyang City when they were down and down a hundred years ago. Later, they begged on his head. He was soft-hearted for a while and helped them plead everywhere, and finally found their way in Tianyang City. Standing on his feet, and then relying on the support of the Gu family, he gradually grew stronger, and now he is quite famous in Tianyang City.
Several families once swore to be headed by the Gu family, to advance together with the Gu family and never to betray. Unexpectedly, in less than a hundred years, their elbows have already been turned to outsiders.
"Patriarch Gu, don't blame us, we are also forced to do so. It is not easy for our family to be where we are today." Patriarch Xie said with some embarrassment. He let go of the oath back then like a fart, and I still feel a little ashamed in my heart.
"Besides, this marriage is not a bad thing for the Gu family, we are also doing it for the good of Yu He." Patriarch Zhou said as if comforting himself.
"Get out, get out of the way for revenge!" Gu Qingyang trembled with anger, stood up abruptly, pointed at the noses of several people and cursed.
"Patriarch Gu..." Patriarch Zhou wanted to persuade him again, but Steward Wan waved his hand to stop him.
"Let's go, I'd like to see how long the Gu family can last, hmph." Steward Wan sneered, and walked out with the few patriarchs who were eating inside and outside. Anyway, the threat is almost enough, he believes that the Gu family will always give in sometimes.
As soon as the few people left, Gu Qingyang sat down and sat back, his already old face seemed to be ten years older.
The two younger elders hadn't left yet, they looked at each other and sighed secretly.
"Grandpa." Shen Yuhe's crisp voice sounded at the door.
"Yuhe, why are you back?" Gu Qingyang suddenly raised his head, looking at Shen Yuhe in surprise. Although he hadn't seen her for nearly ten years, he still recognized his granddaughter at a glance.
"I will accompany the chief priest to Tianyang City to participate in the ceremony of offering sacrifices to the gods. Come back and have a look." Shen Yuhe said, introducing Mu Hanyan and others to Gu Qingyang and others.
"It turned out to be the chief priest Mu. The chief priest came to the humble house, and it was really radiant." Knowing Mu Hanyan's identity, Gu Qingyang quickly stood up and saluted.
"Master Gu, you don't need to be too polite. Although Yu He and I have different positions in the temple, we usually get along as friends. When I come to Gu's house, I am a junior. I can't bear this gift from Master Gu." Mu Hanyan Quickly returned the courtesy and said.
"Since this is the case, then I will not be polite to you. Yuhe is not deeply involved in the world, so please take care of the priest in the future." Gu Qingyang is also free and easy, and there is no formality.
"Yuhe helped me a lot, but she was the one who took care of me." Mu Hanyan said with a smile when she saw that Gu Qingyang was not as old-fashioned as Wen Gaoren, but felt quite relaxed.
"I arrived so late, you probably haven't had dinner yet, let your aunt cook you a delicious meal first, and come back later, I still have something to talk to your Grandpa Tang and Grandpa Feng." Gu Qingyang asked a few words about Shen Yuhe's recent situation , It’s not good to neglect the other two guests, and said to Shen Yuhe.
"Is it because of the Long family's affairs?" Shen Yuhe bit her lip and said.
"Have you heard it all?" Gu Qingyang said sadly with a froze smile on his face.
"Well, I heard, I also know the situation of the Gu family." Shen Yuhe said. Not only did she hear it, but when Steward Wan and the others left, she gave her a few cold eyes, but she knew that the situation of the Gu family was not good, so she had no impulse.
"Yuhe, don't worry, no matter how desperate my Gu family is, I won't allow my family members to suffer such humiliation. Leave this matter alone. Grandpa has his own opinion." Gu Qingyang said bluntly.
Perhaps because of seeing his granddaughter, his old and haggard face seemed to have a bit of life, and his complexion looked much better.
"Grandpa..." Shen Yuhe's eyes were filled with tears.
Mu Hanyan glanced at the grandparents and grandson, feeling a little emotional. She also heard clearly the words of Gu Qingyang, Wan Guanjia and others earlier. In fact, this kind of marriage is common in aristocratic families. For the benefit of the family, even a daughter can be sacrificed, let alone a granddaughter. The Gu family has reached this point, but Gu Qingyang can categorically reject the Long family, which really makes her both admire and moved.
"Grandpa, what are you going to do? Can I help you?" Shen Yuhe wiped his eyes and asked.
In the past, I only knew that my grandfather loves me, but I don't know the extent of that kind of love. Now I know that even if the family has been driven to a dead end, my grandfather will never let herself be humiliated. How can she stay out of it.
"You don't need to worry about it, just leave it to Grandpa." Patriarch Gu was silent for a while, and finally said the same thing.