Chapter 1303: There’s a Misunderstanding

Chapter 1303: Chapter 1303: There’s a Misunderstanding

He felt that Zhao Guqing made a lot of sense.

Moreover, Zhao Guqing’s recent decisions at work seemed fine to him.

The two of them drove to the old house.

Zhao Dingye angrily got out of the car, stopped at the old house’s entrance with a stern face, and pressed the doorbell hard.

Unusually, this time Housekeeper Hong opened the door for them without saying a word, directly and decisively.

Usually, Housekeeper Hong would definitely say a few more words.

He might even find an excuse not to let Zhao Dingye in.

Of course, it all depends on whether the elders want to see him or not.

When the elders didn’t want to see him, Housekeeper Hong would find an excuse to refuse to open the door for Zhao Dingye.

But like today, without saying a single word and just opening the door—this was the first time.

Even Zhao Guqing felt it was strange, and after entering, he asked softly, "Dad, don’t you think it’s strange? How did Housekeeper Hong let us in so smoothly this time? Didn’t utter a single unnecessary word?"

Zhao Dingye took a few steps forward, then whispered, "Probably feeling guilty."

"Knowing that Zhao Gushen actually dismissed both of us at once, it doesn’t make sense," Zhao Dingye said quietly. "They definitely knew we would come over immediately after seeing the announcement, so they didn’t stop us."

Zhao Guqing agreed deeply.

He felt that today’s matter should go relatively smoothly.

At least the elders’ attitude was relatively calm, even a little guilty.

Thus, Zhao Guqing felt more confident.

The two hurried forward and finally arrived at the main hall where the elders were.

Unexpectedly, they stopped, surprised for a moment.

Zhao Gushen and Ye Fei were also there.

Even the third elder, Zhao Dingli, and Li Xiaoyun were present.

Previously, Zhao Dingli and Li Xiaoyun were not supposed to be there.

But Zhao Dingli had also received the group announcement.

Knowing there might be trouble today, he quickly brought Li Xiaoyun over.

The little one had long gone to his courtyard to play, accompanied by Aunt Lin.

Otherwise, it would be very unpleasant when things get heated in the main hall.

Zhao Dingye and his son, in embarrassment and anger, might say terribly unpleasant things.

The little one is not suitable to be here.

Fortunately, the little one didn’t cause any fuss and obediently followed Aunt Lin, seemingly understanding the situation.

Zhao Dingye’s face fell along with his heart.

The scene before him wasn’t quite what he had imagined.

Everyone was there, as if they were prepared, waiting specifically for him.

Looking at everyone’s expressions, none revealed any guilt.

All were calm, appearing well-prepared.

So Longping’s two successive announcements, did these people actually know?

Including the elders, they were aware too.

Even supported Zhao Gushen.

So, they had anticipated that he and Zhao Guqing would come.

They had been waiting here for a while.

It had a bit of a "Hongmen Banquet" feeling.

Zhao Dingye was almost so infuriated he could topple over.

At this moment, he heard the elder say, "Why are you coming now? Didn’t you say you had to work overtime?"

This remark truly provoked Zhao Dingye.

Wasn’t the elder asking a question he already knew the answer to?

Why they came, they couldn’t possibly not know?

Could they gather so well if they didn’t know?

Seemed they were the real family, only he and Zhao Guqing were excluded.

"Quite a gathering," Zhao Dingye mocked.

Zhao Dingli even replied with an innocent face, "They have a thank-you banquet this afternoon. Although we’re not going, we’re all staying at the old house to celebrate together."

Zhao Dingye: "..."

Was that what’s he talking about!

"So, why are you here?" the elder asked, "Do you also want to celebrate with us?"

The elder’s words were truly harsh.

Given Zhao Dingye and Zhao Guqing’s current situation, what is there to celebrate?

Wasn’t this intentionally making Zhao Dingye uncomfortable?

Zhao Dingye felt as though he had something stuck in his throat, momentarily not knowing how to begin questioning.

Zhao Guqing was even less able to speak.

He had always been quite cowardly in front of the elders.

Zhao Dingye took several deep breaths to calm himself, then said: "Second Uncle, do you know Zhao Gushen just issued an announcement removing me and Guqing from office."

"There’s a misunderstanding," the elder said.

Zhao Guqing felt delighted inside.

Indeed, it was Zhao Gushen acting on his own accord.

Even Zhao Dingye let out a sigh of relief.

Unexpectedly, he heard the elder say: "Zhao Guqing’s dismissal announcement was indeed issued by Gushen. But your dismissal announcement was issued by me."

Zhao Dingye couldn’t even find time to care about the issues with titles.

If it were before, he would certainly seize these words and quibble.

Why would the elder address Zhao Guqing by his full name, seeming so distant?