Rebirth: He refused to Divorce Again-Chapter 1277: The Nirvana Stone That Changed Color

Chapter 1277: Chapter 1277: The Nirvana Stone That Changed Color

After Gu Qiaoqiao finished speaking, she slowly said, "Uncle, you’re at this age, how can you still be so naive?"

Gu Zhixing was taken aback and looked at Gu Qiaoqiao.

Maybe because of all the things she had been through, or maybe because she was by the Old Patriarch’s side, plus the influence of Qin Yize, when Gu Qiaoqiao became serious, she gave off an aura of authority without anger.

Though young, her presence was formidable.

So much so that Gu Zhixing forgot what he wanted to say next.

He could only hesitate and say, "Qiaoqiao..."

"Uncle, didn’t Uncle Fang tell you in the courtyard the other day? You’ve already forgotten so quickly. And this issue isn’t as simple as you slapping me and me kicking you, with a few intermediaries mediating and resolving it. This is a grudge that has festered for twenty years. Can a simple apology resolve it?"

"But I..."

"Uncle, I don’t think Uncle Fang is looking for an apology."

"Then what does he want?" Gu Zhixing mumbled, his lips moving.

Gu Qiaoqiao shrugged, "I don’t know either... but it’s definitely not your apology."

"I..."

Gu Qiaoqiao didn’t want to say much, so she softened her tone, "Uncle, your priority now is to open Yubao Square. You should focus on learning something, and don’t think about anything else for the time being..."

Gu Zhixing looked at Gu Qiaoqiao, knowing she was the future head of the Gu Family. Although she appeared not to manage affairs in Jinling City, once she spoke, both Gu Lei and Ling Nan had to listen.

Thinking of this, Gu Zhixing sighed and said apologetically, "Qiaoqiao, sometimes uncle’s mind is muddled, and I am not thorough in my actions and words. Please don’t take it to heart."

Gu Qiaoqiao smiled faintly, "It’s nothing, I’m leaving now..."

Gu Zhixing quickly nodded, "You should go back. After running around all day, you must be tired. Let’s have a good gathering tonight."

"Okay."

Gu Qiaoqiao agreed crisply, then turned and left.

Gu Zhixing didn’t withdraw his gaze until he couldn’t see the car anymore. His once straight shoulders slumped slightly.

His expression also showed a bit more defeat.

He had made so many mistakes. How could he ever make amends?

Perhaps there will never be a chance.

Sitting in the car, Gu Qiaoqiao watched the sycamore trees swiftly pass by the roadside, and the tall buildings and vibrant flowers in the distance. This ancient city, scarred by countless wars and flames over thousands of years, still stood towering on this land like a giant.

One couldn’t help but feel deep admiration.

Her displeasure towards Gu Zhixing also lightened a bit.

That person really didn’t know what to say.

At this juncture, how could he expect Fang Liang’s forgiveness?

It’s impossible even with a little thought.

And asking Qin Yize to approach Laosi of the Fang family, wouldn’t that make Fang Liang even more resentful?

Clearly, there are issues with Uncle’s approach.

It’s fortunate that Gu Lei is supervising, otherwise, there was really no need to reopen Yubao Square.

With a somber expression, Gu Qiaoqiao returned to the Gu Family’s courtyard.

Unexpectedly, Xiao Wen was anxiously pacing back and forth in the courtyard. Upon seeing Gu Qiaoqiao enter, her eyes lit up; she was evidently waiting for her.

Gu Qiaoqiao glanced around and heard the chatter from Gu Qianqian and the others next door.

When several girls gather, it’s always lively.

Those must be the two daughters of Uncle Gu Zhixing, named Gu Xuerou and Gu Xueling, both of whom were studying and reportedly doing well in their academics.

Girls of the same age easily form friendships, especially when there are family ties.

Therefore, the courtyard next door was quite lively, and the aroma of food drifted faintly.

Which contrasted somewhat with Xiao Wen’s anxious demeanor.

Seeing Gu Qiaoqiao come in, Xiao Wen quickly greeted her, glanced around, and lowered her voice, "Don’t go to the courtyard next door, I have something to discuss with you."

Gu Qiaoqiao paused for a moment, then nodded and followed Xiao Wen into the house.

It was past five in the evening, the setting sun’s afterglow covering the sky, with slivers of sunlight illuminating the room, which still served as Gu Qiaoqiao and Xiao Wen’s room.

Initially, Gu Qianqian was supposed to room with Gu Qiaoqiao, but due to Qin Xiaoyu’s incessant pleas, she had to relent and room with her.

At this moment, Xiao Wen didn’t speak; she pulled out a jade pendant for Gu Qiaoqiao to see.

On closer inspection, Gu Qiaoqiao realized it wasn’t a jade pendant, but rather a red stone.

Brilliant red, dazzling in its brilliance, as if a fire were burning within.

It resembled the Gu Family’s Red Spirit Jade Marrow somewhat.

However, that was a gemstone; this one was not.

Neither jade nor stone.

A peculiar feeling, it was the first time Gu Qiaoqiao had seen a material like this.

Then Xiao Wen spoke up, "This is the stone left after my Nirvana; I shaped it into a jade pendant and gave it to Brother Fang. But this time when I went, he had taken it down. He can’t wear it anymore because his leg started to ache in the past few days, causing sleepless nights. After visiting the doctor, they couldn’t diagnose it. Later, he removed this pendant, and the pain stopped..."

"Really? Such a thing?" Gu Qiaoqiao was stunned.

"Yes, moreover, he only noticed something was wrong after realizing this black stone turned red, so he took it off."

Xiao Wen continued, a bit puzzled, "According to my dad, this stone never changes color. It was always like that in Brother Fang’s study. Only after wearing it on his neck did it change, which had never happened before."

"How’s Uncle Fang’s health?"

Gu Qiaoqiao asked worriedly.

Xiao Wen wasn’t fully versed in Mystic Sect knowledge; she was just stepping into it. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

There were really too many things she hadn’t heard of.

"After the pain disappeared, everything returned to normal."

But then Gu Qiaoqiao suddenly asked, "Which leg was hurting?"

"The broken one..."

As expected.

Gu Qiaoqiao began to ponder. This stone was a product of Nirvana, imbued with spiritual power and an inexplicable force.

Was this force affecting Fang Liang’s leg?

Is it trying to regenerate the leg?

But, is that possible?

The leg was completely lifeless; how could it possibly recover?

With so many questions, Gu Qiaoqiao picked up the stone, feeling it in her hand, sensing it was almost as she had initially thought and felt.

The stone had spiritual energy, unlike that in her fingertips, yet there was no sense of rejection. It seemed the spiritual energy from her fingers was quite accommodating to the energy within the stone.

Thus, the stone lay quietly in Gu Qiaoqiao’s palm. The red stone was flat, irregularly shaped, and from a distance, it indeed looked like a red jade pendant.