The more the patriarch thought about it, the more uneasy he became. He hurriedly went to fetch the teacup and took a sip of tea absent-mindedly. The tip of his tongue was numb from the hot tea.
He impatiently put down the teacup again, and the teacup gently hit the coffee table. The collision sound was especially loud in the silent hall.
After the initial panic and uneasiness, the patriarch tried his best to stabilize his emotions and said in a friendly tone, "Yanfei, I have an idea for you."
"I also know that your grandmother and your second uncle made a huge mistake, but if they're convicted, what about your brother's errand… and your marriage?"
The patriarch frowned deeply and hinted at her tactfully.
Gu Yanfei chuckled and casually flipped the tea lid, making a crisp sound.
