Su Qiao pushed open the door and went inside.
Sure enough, Second Uncle's family had already returned to the east room, and Eldest Brother Su Yichen had also gone back to his room. Only the old lady and her father, Su Yaohui, remained seated there, talking with Old Master Su.
"Grandpa, I have a few things I'd like to discuss with you."
Su Yaohui was somewhat reluctant to leave. "What could you possibly need to say that your father can't hear?"
Su Qiao did not answer. She merely glanced at Old Master Su.
Old Master Su knew that his eldest granddaughter must have something to discuss with him. He himself had also wanted to ask her about the situation.
He shot his eldest son a sideways glance. "What did I tell you this afternoon? Don't ask about things you shouldn't know."
"Then I'll go back to my room and read, Father. Take good care of yourself."
Su Yaohui was helpless and could only rise to his feet.
"Mm, go on!"
The old master waved him away, then sent his wife out as well before gesturing for his eldest granddaughter to sit at the table.
Only after everyone else had left did the old master sigh. "Danie, I owe you my life this time."
"If it weren't for you, your grandpa would have been done for in that mine."
Su Qiao smiled faintly. "It was what I should have done. You don't need to take it to heart, Grandpa."
Old Master Su carefully studied the granddaughter he had never properly looked at before. He suddenly realized that this granddaughter, who usually paid little attention to her appearance, had already grown up without him noticing.
She had delicate features and lively eyes. Most importantly, she carried an air of poise that ordinary