The two were speaking when Gao Yuan entered holding Xiao Guo Yi Li and Wu Shang Qing.
"Where have you been these past couple of days? Little Hong's parents were about to leave." Wu Shang Qing scolded Guo Xu Yang.
"I had some matters that required my attention," Guo Xu Yang chuckled.
"I've been running between two places these last two days, spending more time at Xiao Xi's," Wu Shang Qing said, looking at Wang Li Hong.
"It's okay, Mom. Xiao Xi Jie is still in her confinement period, and it wouldn't be right if you didn't go," Wang Li Hong replied.
"I don't blame you, Mom. I haven't been able to entertain your parents much these past few days, I've troubled them."
"Mom, what are you saying? They ate well and stayed well here. The main issue is that there's no one at home to watch things, and I can't be at ease if it's for too long, that's why they're in a hurry to leave."
"Take some more of that lamb and beef, they're good stuff," Guo Xu Yang said.
"I've spoken with Director Xiao. She arranged for about two hundred jin to be delivered, and it's in the freezer," Wang Li Hong replied.
"You can cook this into soup every day. If it's not enough, tell me, and I'll call Gao Yuan to get more."
"Even the best things get tiresome if eaten every day. Little Bao never gets enough milk, and even Big Bao can eat half his fill alongside him."
"That Big Bao is such a glutton. Why didn't I see him when I arrived today?"
"He's at Xiao Xi's getting food," Wu Shang Qing said.
"What? Is he planning to eat from every household? How can he be so greedy? Aren't you feeding him formula and mashed meat now?"
"Your son eats a lot. If there's milk, why would he drink formula? Isn't milk tastier than formula?" Wu Shang Qing said with a huff.
"You can't spoil him like that. Isn't Iliana's milk not enough?"
"How could it be enough for him? Iliana doesn't eat much lamb herself, and she can't keep up now, so he goes around to get food."
Wu Shang Qing's words made Guo Xu Yang both laugh and feel helpless. He knew what Little Guo Yi Shun was like; this little devil was taking advantage of his father. If he didn't stop him, this little one would dare to drink milk from all the aunts.
"I'll talk to Iliana later, and tell her not to let our son go around looking for milk again. If he wants to eat, he can have formula. Besides, isn't it embarrassing for such a big child to compete with his younger siblings for milk?"
"You need to say this to Iliana, it's not appropriate for anyone else to say it," Wang Li Hong said.
"Mom is right. If Big Bao doesn't eat it, it's a waste anyway. Isn't it better to let him eat?" Wang Li Hong said.
"How can you indulge him like this? He's already spoiled to this extent, what will happen in the future?"
"But..."
"No 'buts'. If you're leaving tomorrow, I need to make things clear to you beforehand. If your younger brother doesn't have enough, let your mom drink more lamb soup, and you absolutely cannot feed him."
"What are you talking about?" Wang Li Hong shot him a look, her face flushing. She understood that Guo Xu Yang was jealous. Who gets jealous of their own son and brother-in-law? But it made sense, this Little Guo Yi Shun had perfectly inherited Guo Xu Yang's lecherous tendencies. Whenever he came over, he would touch and feel, making people uncomfortable. But what could a child less than a year old understand? A little sparrow is still inside its eggshell. Guo Xu Yang didn't realize Wang Li Hong was thinking so much, and instead said, "I believe the effects of lamb and beef are quite good."
"Are you having Gao Yuan pick it up to send it by express delivery?" Wang Li Hong asked.
"Don't we have Brother Qi and the others? It's only a little over two hours from here to your house, why would we send express delivery? We can deliver it directly to your door, and arrange for Gao Yuan to go downstairs and pick it up."
"Speaking of which, that reminds me. Xiao Xi said this morning that there was a major upheaval in many places last night, and many people were arrested," Wu Shang Qing said.
"What's going on? How does she know?"
"Her mother called her. It seems her father was also implicated."
"How is that possible? Then why didn't Xiao Xi call me?"
"Perhaps it was too late. Why don't you go and see what's happening?" Wu Shang Qing suggested.
"Later, have Li Xiaolu go to the hospital to get the birth certificate and then register the household. Mom, I'm going to Xiao Xi's to see what's going on," Guo Xu Yang said and went out.
"Why did you come back at this hour?" Li Minxi asked as Guo Xu Yang entered.
"I just arrived not long ago. Mom just said that Uncle was implicated?"
"It's nothing, he's already home. He went back this morning," Li Minxi replied.
"What happened?"
"My mother said someone reported my father, accusing him of colluding with enemy forces and selling national interests. However, Uncle Jiang bailed him out."
"That's absurd! What did your father say?"
"My father didn't call me, so it shouldn't be a big deal."
"Then I'll call Mr. Jiang to ask what's going on?" Guo Xu Yang said, about to dial.
"It might not be appropriate to call at this hour. He should be very busy right now. My mother said many experts, scholars, and leaders were taken away, and the heads of many government departments were interrogated overnight. The action wasn't just in Kyoto, but in other places as well. When I called Brother Liang this morning, he just said he was busy and hung up when I called back later," Li Minxi said.
Guo Xu Yang finally realized that the testimonies from Xie Lisha and Sarah had taken effect. But he clearly remembered that his father-in-law's name was not on the list. This was definitely a trap set by his political opponents, wanting to clear him out during this purge.
"I know what's going on. Have you called Uncle and asked him to think about whether he's offended anyone? This time, they want to take Uncle down, which means their conflict with Uncle is not ordinary," Guo Xu Yang said.
"How do you know?"
"You don't need to ask about that. I was busy with this matter a few days ago. Have you told Uncle? It's best to make plans early. If possible, let's take that person down together this time."
"Is that possible?"
"It shouldn't be a big problem. Have Uncle think carefully and tell you the name. I'll have someone handle it."
Li Minxi didn't expect Guo Xu Yang to have such great influence and didn't hesitate. She directly dialed the phone: "Dad, is everything okay last night?"
"Xiao Xi, how did you know?" Li Shengyun's voice came from the phone.
"You didn't come back last night, and Mom called me."
"Is that so? It's nothing, just a normal inquiry."
"Have you thought about whether you've offended anyone? This investigation shouldn't be targeting you."
"Do you know something?"
"You don't need to ask about that. Think carefully, who would slander you?"
"In my position, I've inevitably affected many people's interests. It's hard to recall exactly who at the moment," Li Shengyun replied.
"Someone who can speak to those investigating you must be within the system. If you were to fall, the other party would gain significantly," Li Minxi reminded him.