Chapter 572: I Want to Try (2)

In fact, Gu Hengzhi’s words served as a reminder to Chu Zhengwei. Even if they truly had Shen Nian’s best interests at heart, they couldn’t just go over her head and make such a decision for her.

Gu Hengzhi was right. This was something Shen Nian had to decide for herself.

If Shen Nian ultimately refused, no one could blame her.

And if Shen Nian was willing to treat the Gu Family, then they shouldn’t object either.

As for the potential consequences if Shen Nian agreed... well, it seemed a bit like borrowing trouble to worry so much about things that hadn’t even happened yet.

Besides, they weren’t even sure if Shen Nian’s medical skills were up to the task. After all, his own issue was mainly an old leg injury. The Gu family’s situation was nowhere near that simple.

"Thank you, Mr. Chu."

Hearing Chu Zhengwei finally relent, Gu Hengzhi breathed a sigh of relief.

If Chu Zhengwei had continued to refuse, there would have been nothing he could do. Thankfully, Mr. Chu had yielded. Now, it all depended on the opinion of the Divine Doctor who was treating him.

"However, I must make one thing clear beforehand. If she is unwilling, not even your Gu family is to force her in any way!"

"Rest assured, Mr. Chu. I know better than to do something like that."

He wasn’t shameless like the Qin family. It would be wonderful if she agreed, but he wouldn’t force someone against their will if she refused.

"That’s good. If there’s any news, I’ll have Yun Ze inform you."

"Thank you, Mr. Chu. My apologies for the intrusion today. I will come again another day to offer my proper thanks!"

After saying his goodbyes, Gu Hengzhi left the Chu Family estate. He certainly hoped that his next visit to offer thanks would be because he had received good news.

After Gu Hengzhi left, Chu Yunze hurried over to Chu Zhengwei.

"Grandpa, about this..."

"I know. It’s just... that boy doesn’t have it easy. The crucial thing is Xiao Nian’s willingness. We can’t make the decision for her."

"What about the Qin family?"

"Hmph. You all saw how Qin Hao behaved today. Perhaps even if none of this had happened, they would have eventually made a move against the Gu family and our Chu Family anyway. Since that’s the case, why don’t we start preparing now!"

A sharp glint appeared in Chu Zhengwei’s eyes. ’I was thinking about this the wrong way,’ he thought. ’I was so focused on not bringing trouble to Shen Nian that I overlooked the fact that she’s already been dragged into all of this.’

’In fact, if Shen Nian really does have the ability to change the Gu family’s situation, the Gu family’s resurgence could serve as a powerful deterrent against the Qin family.’

"I understand."

Chu Yunze understood Chu Zhengwei’s meaning. He nodded and said no more.

"What’s going on here?"

Lu Cheng had returned after taking Shen Nian and Chu Lingxiu back to their rooms to rest.

Upon his return, he noticed that the atmosphere among the Chu Family seemed to have changed considerably since he had left.

’What happened while I was gone?’

"Lu Cheng, you’re just in time. A moment ago..."

Seeing Lu Cheng, Chu Zhengwei looked as if he’d just found his savior. They were in a difficult position to decide on matters concerning Shen Nian, but Lu Cheng was a different story.

Besides, even if they had to tell Shen Nian, it would be far more appropriate for Lu Cheng to be the one to do it.

As Chu Zhengwei finished explaining, Lu Cheng’s brow furrowed.

"I understand. I’ll talk to Xiao Nian about this."