Sometimes, men cannot discern a woman’s true character.
Only other women can truly see through a woman.
Some women act very deceitfully, and all her female friends know it, yet men can treat her like a saintly goddess!
Before the woman surnamed Zhuo went abroad, she had multiple boyfriends, all old stories now. Third Uncle probably wasn’t unaware, yet he still got involved with her, seems he likes wearing a green hat.
But that illegitimate son, older than Xie Qian… is he really Third Uncle’s child?
After all, that illegitimate son was previously known as the son of a wealthy overseas Chinese businessman. When the businessman died, the woman surnamed Zhuo lost her support and returned to entangle Third Uncle. Surely Third Uncle wouldn’t be foolish enough to raise her son without even checking, right?!
Unless the illegitimate son looks like Xie Qian, with blood ties evident on his face, clearly Third Uncle’s child, only then would he not verify.
Xie Tang dismissed this speculation, feeling quite regretful.
Truthfully, Xie Tang didn’t care whether the illegitimate son was Xie Jinghu’s, because regardless, it couldn’t change the fact of Xie Jinghu’s infidelity during marriage. Besides the illegitimate son, their rekindled affair later produced an illegitimate daughter, solid proof of Xie Jinghu’s cheating!
These matters stuck like flies between Zou Weijun and Xie Jinghu, making it impossible for their marriage to return to how it was.
Xie Tang just thought that if the illegitimate son wasn’t Xie Jinghu’s, it would destroy the trust between Xie Jinghu and his mistress.
A rift between them would benefit Xie Qian!
Seeing Xie Tang’s expression, Peng Guoqing felt a bit disappointed: “Is this information useless?”
Xie Tang was uncertain: “It should be somewhat useful, but I need to think more about how to use it.”
If it can’t be a fatal blow, one shouldn’t alert the snake by striking the grass.
This lesson, Xie Tang learned from fighting.
Girls aren’t as strong as boys. When younger, she could rely on her age advantage to beat up Peng Guoqing and others. Now, to fight again, she must knock Tai Wu and his ilk down first, putting them psychologically at a disadvantage, so she can take her time beating them.
Peng Guoqing adjusted his mindset, trying to ignore Xie Tang’s valiant charm, striving to regain his train of thought:
“If it’s useful, that’s good. That woman used to play the field, I don’t believe she’s reformed now. Third Uncle Xie, with his wealth and status, would lose face if cuckolded. If the illegitimate son is his, he can’t be driven away, but getting rid of the woman surnamed Zhuo would work. Without her whispering in his ear, I bet Third Uncle wouldn’t keep troubling Xie Qian!”
Peng Guoqing wasn’t good at much, but he was eloquent on such matters.
From a young age, Mrs. Peng instilled in him that a stepmother brings a stepfather. If some woman got her claws into Peng Guoqing’s dad, Peng Guoqing would be in for a rough time!
“Men and women are different. Women love their own children, but men only love the children borne by the woman they love.”
Another of Mrs. Peng’s famous sayings.
Peng Guoqing couldn’t handle Xie Jinghu, but he felt he could break the close bond between Xie Jinghu and his mistress!
On such matters, Green-Haired Peng, with his family wisdom, was exceptionally clear-headed, even earning a bit of admiration from Xie Tang, though also some wariness.
Peng Guoqing seemed overly enthusiastic about Xie Qian’s family affairs!
“When did you and Xie Qian get so close?”
Peng Guoqing patted his chest: “I’ve always seen Xie Qian as a good friend. After he transferred to Chengdu, he didn’t want to hang out with me, but I’ve always remembered him!”
Yes, that’s right!
Peng Guoqing almost hypnotised himself into believing it.
If he didn’t see Xie Qian as a good friend, why would he have offered to lend him money before?
Xie Qian didn’t take his money, but he should appreciate the gesture!
Xie Tang didn’t believe Peng Guoqing’s words.
But regardless, Peng Guoqing had shown goodwill, and Xie Tang had to accept it.
“Don’t tell anyone about this, I’ll keep it secret too. Since we have a direction, we can try digging for more information. Don’t cut contact with Aunt Tai, she’s abroad and might be more convenient for getting things done, maybe she’ll really help a lot.”
Xie Tang sighed, “If I’d known, I would’ve gone easier on Tai Wu earlier.”
Peng Guoqing chuckled: “No worries, Sister Xie Tang, just hit him. Tai Wu is Tai Wu, Aunt Tai is Aunt Tai. That kid’s mouth deserved a beating. You’re helping Aunt Tai discipline her nephew. She’ll definitely thank you.”
Reason or not, Peng Guoqing could spin some logic.
Tai Wu got beaten not just for his mouth, but for being dumb.
If he really wanted to pursue Xie Tang, why not try a roundabout approach?
Xie Tang and Xie Qian are so close, helping Xie Qian is like pleasing Xie Tang!
But you can’t blame Tai Wu. Except for a clever mind like his, who would think to start with Aunt Tai, nursing her heartbreak abroad?
To praise Peng Guoqing, Xie Tang treated him to another ice lolly.
Two ice lollies for a yuan, and Peng Guoqing was actually thrilled.
…
Compared to Tai Wu and the other playboys, Peng Guoqing, treated to an ice lolly by Xie Tang, was indeed quite happy.
Xie Tang didn’t go easy, and Tai Wu, lying on the ground, watched Xie Tang and Peng Guoqing leave the scene, his mind blank.
After a long while, one playboy groaned to Tai Wu:
“Why do I feel this beating was for nothing? Sister Xie Tang said she’s not mad at us, but she won’t like you because of this. Meanwhile, Peng Guoqing scored big points with her… Tai Wu, what’s Peng Guoqing’s deal?”
Tai Wu also felt something was off.
But why would Peng Guoqing try to please Xie Tang?
Xie Tang wouldn’t give him pocket money.
No, Xie Tang isn’t even as rich as Peng Guoqing!
Tai Wu carefully recalled the usual details; Peng Guoqing hadn’t shown any clues.
“Forget it, we were wrong to leave him alone in Shanghai that day. He’s just petty. We took a beating, Sister Xie Tang’s anger is gone, and Peng Guoqing’s grudge is cleared. So be it!”
Having taken the beating, Tai Wu could only think positively.
The playboys helped each other up, limping away.
Xie Tang is true to her word. Having beaten them to vent, she wouldn’t tattle to the elders.
If their families knew they messed up Xie Tang’s relationship, their days would be even tougher!
…
In the study.
Xie Yuping didn’t directly question Xie Qian, but handled some work first.
Usually, this treatment was reserved for Xie Jinghu. Rarely, Xie Yuping left Xie Qian hanging too.
Xie Yuping had high hopes for Xie Qian, believing he’d achieve great things eventually, so he didn’t want to see Xie Qian act impulsively.
The logistics company isn’t even sorted, and now he wants to start a film company.
If Xie Qian didn’t give a reasonable explanation, Xie Yuping wouldn’t help this time!
