As an expert in gossip, Jiang Mo had sharp observational skills.
Considering Su Yunjin’s earlier question, could it be that Young Master Gu’s love life was about to blossom?
A quick online search confirmed that the internet was indeed full of treasures.
Rumors had surfaced claiming that actress Zhang Ruoduo was allegedly dating the heir of the Gu Corporation, with footage of Gu Xun visiting her on set as proof.
The whistleblower’s account was vivid and detailed.
Jiang Mo recalled the previous dinner gatherings where the two had been introduced as classmates—nothing out of the ordinary had stood out to her.
Had she misjudged the situation?
Scratching her head, she realized that when Su Yunjin had asked earlier, she’d assumed it was about another woman entirely, completely overlooking Zhang Ruoduo.
The next day, Jiang Mo worked diligently while waiting for Su Yunjin’s instructions, ready to spring into action at a moment’s notice.
She waited and waited—until the afternoon, when Su Yunjin finally strolled in leisurely, a small bag in hand. "Let’s go to the company," she said.
Jiang Mo eagerly held the car door open for her before dutifully climbing into the passenger seat, cradling the prepared tonic soup and fruit. "Madam, I’ve started practicing driving recently. Once I’ve honed my skills, I can be your chauffeur."
"Oh? That’s great," Su Yunjin nodded. "Do you have a car to practice with? There are spare cars at home—pick one to use."
Jiang Mo declined, "No need, there’s already a car available at home."
Su Yunjin’s car glided smoothly into the underground garage of the Gu Corporation. As her loyal attendant, Jiang Mo strode confidently behind her, entering Young Master Gu’s office once again.
The secretary hurried to greet them. "Madam, Young Master Gu is in a meeting."
"I see," Su Yunjin replied, settling onto the sofa. "And where is Chairman Gu?"
The secretary quickly checked the schedule. "The Chairman is in his office."
Su Yunjin nodded. "Alright, got it."
Gu Xun’s office had an adjoining tea room. Jiang Mo stepped inside to brew a cup of tea for Su Yunjin before returning. "Madam, since Chairman Gu is in his office, would you like to visit him first?"
"Bah, he’s practically an old man now. After looking at him for decades, what’s there to see?" Su Yunjin waved it off.
"Chairman Gu isn’t old at all. For his age, he’s quite refined compared to most middle-aged men," Jiang Mo remarked. Many men his age were far more… greasy.
In comparison, Gu Guofeng was quite the catch.
"Maybe it’s just that you’re sweet-talking me," Su Yunjin chuckled. "By the way, go ask the secretary how long Gu Xun’s meeting will last."
Jiang Mo stepped out to inquire. The secretary replied, "If there are no delays, about half an hour."
Then it hit her—she had connections!
"Hey, Shen-ge, Madam and I are at the company. About how much longer until Young Master Gu’s meeting wraps up?"
Two minutes later, Zhuge Shen replied, "Around twenty minutes. Why? Is there something Madam needs?"
Jiang Mo: "Not sure. I’m just the soup delivery girl here."
Zhuge Shen: "…You’re slacking. As a personal attendant, you should at least gather some intel."
"Flatterer. I’m not old or experienced enough to be a ‘personal attendant’ yet," Jiang Mo played along. "Let me know when the meeting ends, oh mighty Zhuge guard."
Zhuge Shen: "…"
Hearing that the meeting had about twenty minutes left, Su Yunjin nodded. "No need to stand around. Sit and rest for a bit."
Then she asked casually, "Jiang Mo, are you seeing anyone? Any boys you like?"
"Nope," Jiang Mo shook her head. "Right now, I’m focused on work."
"Making money is great, but if you meet a handsome guy you like, there’s no harm in dating. Just keep your eyes open—don’t rush into marriage. Enjoy your youth while you can," Su Yunjin advised, speaking from experience.
"Back in my day, I married and had kids way too young."
Ah, here comes the story.
Jiang Mo feigned confusion. "But a lot of people say the earlier you marry, the better."
Su Yunjin rolled her eyes. "Pfft. That’s because young women are easier to fool. Once they’re older, financially stable, and wiser, they’re not so easily swayed."
"If you have a good career, focus on it," Su Yunjin mused, recalling her past. Her own career had just taken off when she married and had a child, cutting her ambitions short.
Jiang Mo agreed wholeheartedly. If you couldn’t even put food on the table, how could you afford to indulge in romance? It’d just be a mess.
"Did you ever think about reviving your career later?" Jiang Mo asked.
Su Yunjin took a sip of tea. "I did start a company with a friend, but we had disagreements, so I took my share and left."
"Later, I founded my own businesses. Believe it or not, I still own five companies today."
Jiang Mo was impressed. Wow, Madam was full of surprises.
As they chatted, the meeting ended sooner than expected. Barely ten minutes later, Gu Xun walked in.
"Mom, what brings you here today?"
Seeing the two in his office, Gu Xun didn’t seem the least bit surprised—clearly, Zhuge Shen had already tipped him off.
"You never come home, so I had to come see you," Su Yunjin said, eyeing him. "Are you avoiding me?"
"Don’t overthink it. Work’s just been hectic," Gu Xun replied. "If you’ve got time, maybe tell your husband to lighten my workload."
Su Yunjin scolded lightly, "Your father’s not getting any younger. Who else can he rely on if not you?"
"Ah, I see. You only care about your husband," Gu Xun said as he sat on the sofa.
"Don’t be ridiculous. You’re my son—of course I care about you. That’s why I brought you food and drinks."
Jiang Mo quickly unpacked the soup and sliced fruit, discreetly checking Gu Xun’s complexion. He looked better than when he’d fainted last time.
Gu Xun, feeling a bit hungry, picked up the soup. "You never visit without a reason. What do you need?"
"Are you dating that actress—what’s her name? Zhang…"
Jiang Mo chimed in, "Zhang Ruoduo?"
Su Yunjin nodded. "Yes, her! An old friend asked if you two were getting serious."
It wasn’t that Su Yunjin took rumors lightly—it’s just that her son rarely made headlines for romance.
Gu Xun glanced at Jiang Mo. "No. Zhang Ruoduo is just an old classmate. The tabloids made it up."
"Really?" Su Yunjin probed. "I’m not some old-fashioned parent. If you’re dating, just admit it—I won’t stop you."
"But if you’re not, how about I introduce you to a few nice girls?"
Gu Xun refused flatly. "No need. Too busy."
"Stubborn as ever. You’re almost thirty," Su Yunjin pretended to scold before turning to Jiang Mo. "Don’t you dare follow his example."
Wait, why was she being dragged into this? Jiang Mo blinked but obediently muttered, "Mm-hmm," and nodded.
And so, the lecture began in earnest.
Watching the mother and son engage in their friendly exchange, Jiang Mo decided to give them some space and slipped out.
She went to seek out Zhuge Shen to build some rapport.
"Brother Shen, hope I’m not interrupting," Jiang Mo said as she knocked and entered. True to his status as the top secretary, he enjoyed a spacious, well-lit private office.
"Well, long time no see," Zhuge Shen looked up. "Here to deliver soup again?"
He had to admit, he quite liked this little girl—she was amusing.
"Yep, yep!" Jiang Mo pulled out some Mini Oreos and sausages from her canvas bag. "Hehe, just came to check on you. You work so hard—take a break and snack a bit."
Zhuge Shen chuckled, paused his work, and opened his desk drawer to retrieve some snacks of his own.
Jiang Mo eyed the treats. "You eat snacks too?"
"Secretaries are human, not gods. When we’re tired from work, we need to refuel too," Zhuge Shen said, taking off his glasses and unwrapping a cookie. "These are company-provided—midnight snacks for overtime. Want some?"
Jiang Mo picked one she hadn’t tried before and whispered, "Is Young Master Gu dating Zhang Ruoduo?"
"So you’re here for gossip," Zhuge Shen remarked. "What do you think?"
Jiang Mo shook her head. "How would I know? You’re always by Young Master Gu’s side, and you were classmates with both of them—you must know the details."
Zhuge Shen sighed. "The lady is interested, but alas, the gentleman is not. Your Young Master Gu might still be hung up on his ex."
In summary: they weren’t dating, but the girl had feelings for him.
The key point: Young Master Gu’s ex?
Seems she hadn’t dug deep enough—only now was she getting this intel.
"What’s the story with Young Master Gu’s ex? Brother Shen, spill the tea."
Zhuge Shen leaned in mysteriously. "Your Young Master Gu was in a relationship once before, but the girl dumped him."
