LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 744 - 744: Su Li’s Class Teacher
Chapter 744: Su Li’s Class Teacher
Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Su Shen finally released his wife’s hand, ready to get to work. “I’ll handle the plating and finishing touches. You can go and rest for a while,” he said.
Without any hesitation, Gu Zi left the kitchen duties to her husband. She went to the refrigerator and took out a chilled portion of bird’s nest with milk. She then settled herself in the dining room to enjoy her meal. These bird’s nests were prepared in advance and could be kept fresh in the refrigerator for up to seven days. It was convenient as she could prepare a batch and consume it over several days.
Their three children, having a rough idea of the time, knew to head to the dining room. Seeing their father serving the dishes, the two brothers also pitched in to help. The three men quickly had all the dishes served. Su Shen, upon sitting down, immediately served Gu Zi a piece of sweet and sour pork ribs.
Gu Zi looked at Su Shen with sparkling eyes and took a bite.
Not wanting to be outdone, the eldest son placed a peeled boiled shrimp into Gu Zi’s bowl. The younger one placed the only chicken leg on the table into Gu Zi’s bowl, even thoughtfully removing the skin. Fearing that his mother might think him greedy, he quickly explained, “Mom, you said that chicken skin is fatty and can make us gain weight. So, I’ll eat the skin. I’ll gain weight for you.”
Gu Zi was even more delighted by her younger son’s words. She ate her meal in small bites, occasionally feeding Su Le. The little girl was now also capable of saying sweet things. After each bite of the food that Gu Zi fed her, she would compliment, “Mom’s food is delicious!”
Gu Zi felt that the emotional value was simply overflowing. She believed that if her little Lele continued to develop in this way, she would definitely not turn out like the character in the original book. Her little Lele would surely grow into a confident and beautiful woman, just like herself!
Seeing that his mother’s attention was all on the youngest, Su Li felt a sudden sense of crisis. He hurriedly tried to change the topic, “Mom, today Teacher Yang took us to the teachers’ cafeteria for lunch. It was so delicious, just like eating in a state-run restaurant. Teacher Yang also told me that she would support me, so I don’t have to be afraid of Teacher Zhou giving me a hard time anymore.”
As Gu Zi fed Su Le, she did not neglect to respond to Su Li in a timely manner. “Teacher Yang is right,” she said, “Teacher Zhou lacks the basic virtues of a teacher, which is why she often behaves in a biased manner. In such situations, you cannot remain silent. You must find anyone who can speak up for you.”
After a pause, she continued, “However, after today’s incident, I fear Teacher Zhou might change her strategy. She might even try to appease you, but whether her intentions are genuine, we cannot be certain. Therefore, you must be on guard against any unexpected kindness from her.”
Gu Zi spoke earnestly, while Su Li listened with a mixture of understanding and confusion.
Just as Gu Zi was about to elaborate further, the doorbell rang from outside the courtyard. Su Shen went to answer it, finding a middle-aged woman in a padded shoulder suit standing outside the wrought-iron gate, peering into the courtyard.
Without opening the gate, Su Shen asked coldly, “Who are you looking for?”
Teacher Zhou was somewhat taken aback by the man’s imposing aura. It took her a moment to react, but she recognized him as the former fiancé of Deputy Commander Hu. ‘Such a handsome man,’ she thought, ‘No wonder Deputy Commander Hu wouldn’t let him go easily. Gu Zi is indeed impressive to have won him over.’
As she looked at the large house, she felt a pang of envy and resentment. “One must not be too honest in life,” she mused, “or else they will only experience hardship. Gu Zi, on the other hand, has the means to steal the man of Deputy Commander Hu and live in such a grand house at such a young age. If only I had been as enlightened in my youth, perhaps I could have found a wealthy older man to provide for me.”
She felt a sense of injustice at having to feign an apology to Gu Zi. Nevertheless, she managed to respond respectfully, “Sir, I am Su Li’s homeroom teacher. There was an incident today for which I am at fault. I came specifically to apologize to Su Li and his mother.”
Upon hearing that she was Teacher Zhou, Su Shen glanced back at the house before responding indifferently, “You’re out of luck. My wife and child just left. You’ll have to come back another day.”
Teacher Zhou frowned, disappointed by the unfortunate timing. She was about to ask if she could wait inside when Su Shen turned and walked back into the house without another word.
The only response she received was the warning bark of a fierce-looking dog tied up in the yard. Startled, she took several steps back and decided against knocking again, choosing instead to leave.
Upon returning, Su Shen said to Gu Zi, “That Teacher Zhou claimed to be here to apologize, but I saw no sincerity in her. Judging by her demeanor, I suspect she will return. Don’t let her apologize to you so easily.”