Phi-Fic Chapter 191 Old Master Gu is seriously ill and announces his will
Chapter 191 Old Master Gu is seriously ill and announces his will
Li Xi looked at the photo and said, "I think it's fine as it is."
"I think it's good too."
Li Xi agreed, and Gu Wentao didn't even bother to ask Gu Huaizhou's opinion. He directly posted the three of them together, along with their marriage certificate, on his WeChat Moments.
Gu Wentao has only posted on his WeChat Moments once since he opened his account.
That was five years ago.
That spring, Zhou Zhiwei invited him and Chu Qingying to Peach Blossom Island to admire the flowers.
That day, both of my best friends were dressed beautifully. Although they were past their prime, standing in the peach blossom grove, they possessed a unique and graceful beauty.
Gu Wentao secretly took a photo of the two of them together and posted it on his WeChat Moments.
When Chu Qingying saw the picture that night, she criticized his poor photography skills and lack of photo editing abilities...
Today, Gu Wentao was so excited that he shared the good news on his WeChat Moments, a rare occurrence for him. His grandson and granddaughter-in-law finally got their marriage certificate.
After posting the marriage certificate on his WeChat Moments, Gu Wentao handed it to Du Yusheng and said, "Lock up the marriage certificate and hide it away."
Du Yusheng, however, dared not accept it.
He glanced cautiously at Gu Huaizhou and Li Xi.
Especially Li Xi.
The question of where to keep the marriage certificate, which belongs to Gu Huaizhou and Li Xi, should ultimately be decided by the parties involved.
The old man dared to hand the marriage certificate to Du Yusheng, but Du Yusheng could not accept it.
Gu Huaizhou was speechless. He scolded his grandfather, "Grandpa, stop messing around and give us back our marriage certificate."
Gu Wentao looked at Li Xi and said, "Xi, you are an outstanding girl. Compared to you, my rascal is neither smart nor brave enough."
"He's afraid of women in white dresses and dark environments; he's a coward who'd go crazy if he were locked in an elevator."
"This brat finally met a good girl with such 'unique taste' who's willing to take him away. Grandpa has to lock up the marriage certificate."
"I'm afraid he'll say the wrong thing or do the wrong thing, and then you'll reject him."
So he had to hide the marriage certificate.
Gu Huaizhou's face darkened.
Li Xi smiled broadly, "Grandpa, Huaizhou is the person I've decided to spend my life with. I love all his good points and I accept all his flaws."
"As for the return you mentioned..."
Li Xi suppressed a laugh and looked at Gu Huaizhou. She said, "He's not an item that can be returned without reason within seven days. I can't bear to return him."
"Hahaha! Good!"
Gu Wentao handed the marriage certificate to Li Xi, then said to Du Yusheng, "Yusheng, go and invite the uncles from Huaizhou over, and have Attorney Zhu come along too."
The Gu family suffered heavy losses during the war, and now only Gu Wentao's lineage and his cousin Gu Hansheng's lineage remain.
Gu Wentao only has one grandson, Gu Huaizhou, but Gu Hansheng's lineage is quite large.
Gu Hansheng has four children, all of whom are married and have their own families.
The Gu family had suffered a terrible blow. Although Gu Wentao and Gu Hansheng were cousins, their relationship was as close as that of brothers.
Gu Hansheng's children were also raised by Gu Wentao.
The children all loved and respected this uncle as if he were their father.
Gu Hansheng passed away ten years ago, but his lineage has grown to more than twenty people.
His four children were called over today.
The eldest son is Gu Weiyan, the second son is Gu Weiming, the third son is Gu Weisheng, and the youngest daughter is Gu Jinzhu.
The four of them followed Attorney Zhu to the courtyard.
On their way here, they saw their uncle's WeChat Moments and learned the good news that Gu Huaizhou and Li Xi had gotten their marriage certificate.
Therefore, as soon as they entered the house, Gu Weiyan took the lead in congratulating Gu Huaizhou and Li Xi on their long and happy marriage.
The uncles and aunts have always cherished their uncle's only grandson, Gu Huaizhou.
Now that this young man has obtained his marriage certificate, he's a family man, and naturally, his elders are all happy about it.
They were extremely satisfied with their niece-in-law, Li Xi.
It's fair to say that there's no one in the entire Gu family who doesn't like Li Xi.
Even Gu Hansheng's widow, who was also the mother of Gu Weiyan and the others, the old lady who was always arrogant and strict, spoke highly of Li Xi.
Gu Huaizhou took Li Xi's hand, thanked his uncles and aunts, and then sat down again.
After everyone sat down, Gu Wentao suddenly said, "Last month, when my family had a physical exam, the doctor found a shadow on my lung."
"I had a follow-up visit a few days ago and was diagnosed with lung cancer. Although it is in the middle stage, I don't think I have much time left."
"Therefore, seeing Huaizhou and Lixi get their marriage certificate today, I can say that a great thing has been resolved."
Upon hearing this, the living room fell silent.
Li Xi was even more astonished.
She subconsciously looked at Gu Huaizhou, expecting him to be grief-stricken and shocked.
Gu Huaizhou, however, remained calm.
Clearly, he already knew about this news.
Gu Weiyan and his three siblings, like Li Xi, were all grieving.
"Uncle, with today's advanced medical technology, your illness can be treated, and living another ten years shouldn't be a problem..."
Gu Wentao waved his hand, "No need for nice words. I will actively fight cancer and try to live a few more years."
"But I'm getting old, every day I live is a bonus, I never know when I might pass away."
“At this age, life and death are common occurrences, and you don’t need to feel sad for me.”
"I have called you all here today to announce my will in advance."
Only then did everyone understand why Attorney Zhu had been called in today.
Gu Wentao nodded to Attorney Zhu, "Attorney Zhu, thank you for your trouble."
Attorney Zhu is a middle-aged man with a round face and a kind appearance. He is the family lawyer hired by the Gu family.
Attorney Zhu took out the documents from his briefcase, opened them, and loudly announced Gu Wentao's will.
The will was long but detailed.
Gu Wentao donated half of his personal assets to the National Orphan Assistance Charity Association, aiming to help more orphans solve their survival problems.
The remaining half was divided into seven parts. Gu Huaizhou and Li Xi received 20%, while their four nephews and nieces each received 10%.
The last one belonged to Du Yusheng.
When Du Yusheng heard his own name mentioned in the will, he was truly astonished. "Sir, what have I done to deserve this?"
Looking at the old butler who had taken care of him diligently for fifty years, Gu Wentao said, "You've grown up in the Gu family since you were born. From the moment you could speak, you've called me 'sir'."
"When Qingying was alive, she always said that you were an even more filial and considerate child than Ting'an."
“To us, Yusheng, you have never been a subordinate; you are also our child.”
Du Yusheng's eyes were filled with tears.
“You’re not young anymore. After I’m gone, you should retire and go home to spend more time with your daughter and grandson.”
“Take this money. Even if you don’t need it, your daughter and grandson have a long road ahead of them, and they will need it someday.”
"Sir!" Du Yusheng burst into tears, sobbing uncontrollably.
Gu Wentao patted Du Yusheng on the shoulder affectionately, and then asked Attorney Zhu to continue reading.
Next came another lengthy will.
Finally, Attorney Zhu read out: "The entire estate of the late Madam Chu Qingying will be bequeathed to her granddaughter-in-law, Li Xi."
After a pause, Attorney Zhu emphasized, "Regardless of whether Li Xi and Gu Huaizhou's marriage exists, this inheritance will belong to Li Xi personally, and no one can share or deprive him of it."
In other words, even if Gu Huaizhou and Li Xi divorce in the future, all of Chu Qingying's property will belong to Li Xi.