Xia Ran was incredulous. She searched repeatedly and found that the post was indeed no longer visible.
Just as Xia Ran was about to contact the administrator and customer service, a message came in on her phone.
"If you want everyone to know about your grandfather's past, then you can issue a statement. I'm giving you another chance to choose."
Xia Ran was startled when she saw the message and replied immediately.
'Who are you? Why are you doing this? If you want money, just say so.'
However, he sent a message back but the other party didn't reply for a long time.
Xia Ran really didn't dare to issue another statement. He wasn't stupid; the message he'd just posted was already very clear—his statement had been quietly deleted.
It's not something an ordinary person could do to delete his statement so quickly, and it's clear that they've been monitoring him all along.
Xia Ran had seen too many people suffer the consequences of cyberbullying. Those who were in front of their phone screens were commenting on people and things they didn't even know, even resorting to all sorts of sarcasm and insults, driving perfectly normal people to the brink of mental breakdown.
Some, unable to withstand the pressure of public opinion, even chose to end their own lives.
He used to feel shocked and saddened whenever he saw these news reports.
His situation is similar now, but he's not afraid. What he's afraid of is that people digging up his grandfather's past, which his grandfather won't be able to handle.
Xia Ran tossed and turned all night, unable to sleep. The first thing he did when he woke up the next morning was to go online and check the public opinion.
After a night, it was discovered that the matter had not only not been suppressed, but someone had even released a photo of him having dinner with Dazhuang when he was in school.
Chapter 299 Presenting the Marriage Certificate
Although the photo only shows their backs, those familiar with them will recognize them.
Most importantly, there are also school locations available.
These things may seem insignificant on the surface, but they were enough to alarm Xia Ran.
The fact that someone released this photo is simply a warning to him.
Xia Ran gripped her phone tightly, her face looking rather grim.
Could it be that we really have to use the method Gu Zheng suggested?
But if that method is used, wouldn't he and Gu Zheng be tied together again?
Xia Ran glanced down at the child, then thought about Gu Zheng's reactions over the past few days.
Is Gu Zheng really only concerned with issuing the marriage certificate and finding the mastermind behind it all? Will he stop bothering him?
Xia Ran is now very resistant to Gu Zheng. When Gu Zheng told him he liked him, he actually hated him more than anyone else.
But what other options does he have now?
He's just an ordinary citizen, what can he do?
Xia Ran had considered calling the police, but he had already been warned once for simply issuing a statement. If he were to call the police, the consequences would likely be even more severe.
Xia Ran left the room. Da Zhuang had gone back to the hotel to sleep, and the child hadn't gotten up yet.
Gu Zheng definitely didn't sleep with them last night, but Xia Ran knew that Gu Zheng had found another ward to sleep in.
As he was leaving, he ran into Gu Zheng coming out of the ward next door.
The moment their eyes met, Xia Ran thought Gu Zheng was out of his mind. Otherwise, why would he be staying in the hospital? After all, most people would avoid hospitals.
"Good morning," Gu Zheng greeted Xia Ran.
Normally, Xia Ran wouldn't pay any attention to Gu Zheng, but now he stood still, looking like he had something to say to Gu Zheng.
Gu Zheng walked over and said, “I have tried my best to suppress the online public opinion, but there is still no way. It may take a little more time. Ranran, don’t worry, I will suppress it as soon as possible.”
"Let's use the method you suggested. Let's suppress the matter for now and let the child go to school on Monday. It would be best if we could find the mastermind behind this. If we can't find the mastermind, then so be it. As long as the two of us know what happened, that's fine."
Gu Zheng wasn't surprised at all by Xia Ran's answer, considering what happened last night...
"Okay, I understand. I'll have someone get it done right away."
"Hmm." Xia Ran responded coldly, "But this is just to suppress public opinion; we still have no relationship whatsoever."
After Xia Ran finished speaking, she went directly to Grandpa Xia's ward. Gu Zheng stood there and sighed silently.
I don't know when I'll be able to reconcile with Ranran; he can only blame himself for reaping what he sowed.
But the most important thing now is to handle things properly online.
Even though Xia Ran still couldn't forgive him, this online incident ultimately gave him a chance.
This should be considered an opportunity given to him by God.
When Xia Ran returned to the ward, Grandpa Xia was already awake.
Xia Ran smiled and asked,
"Grandpa, how are you feeling today? Are you feeling better?"
"Much better." Grandpa Xia smiled. "Where's the child? Hasn't he come yet?"
"The baby hasn't woken up yet. What would you like to eat today? I'll have Dazhuang buy some food."
Grandpa Xia: "No need, just listen to Dr. Lin. He's a doctor, so just listen to him."
"That works too." Xia Ran thought about it for a moment; Dr. Lin was indeed a good doctor.
"By the way, Grandpa, what exactly is that box you told Dazhuang about the other day? Can I see it?" Xia Ran asked curiously.
Grandpa Xia's expression changed slightly, his gaze became somewhat unfocused, and he said,
"It's just some old stories, nothing interesting. It's fine to leave it here. I can just take it out and throw it away when I'm discharged from the hospital."
How could he possibly let Xiao Ran see that thing?
Xia Ran felt a little curious, because his grandfather usually wouldn't hide anything from him.
However, Grandpa is still recovering, so he shouldn't ask for now.
Gu Zheng directly had his marriage certificate posted online, proving that he and Xia Ran were a legally married couple.
When Gu En saw this scene, her eyes turned red with anger.
How come Gu Zheng still has a marriage certificate? Didn't he throw it away when they divorced? Why is he still keeping it?
That's right, it was Gu En who did this.
Although he was constantly being monitored by Gu Zheng's men and couldn't go out, he was still in contact with the detective on his phone, and he could get the detective to do things for him.
However, he only had the detective worsen the relationship between Xia Ran and Gu Zheng; nothing else.
Of course, he was unaware of what had happened between Xia Ran and Gu Zheng.
The red marriage certificate and the explanation written by Gu Zheng himself made Gu En's eyes red with anger.
He didn't understand! He didn't understand at all! Even after so much time had passed, he still didn't understand!
Why! On what grounds! Why would Gu Zheng reject someone he's only known for a year?!
He's been with Gu Zheng for so many years! He's always been there for Gu Zheng when he's unhappy. What's so great about Xia Ran? What's so good about her at all!
Gu En swept the lunchbox in his hand onto the ground! It was clear how angry he was.
He took a deep breath, closed his eyes briefly, and when he opened them again, his eyes were calm.
Of course, beneath the calm there was still a hint of madness and jealousy.
If he really can't get Gu Zheng, then the only option is to destroy him.
He couldn't give Gu Zheng away to someone else. Why should someone he had been with for so many years be given to someone else?
Especially Xia Ran, who is only fit to be his substitute!
Seeing the waves of shock online, and the comments below saying they were a perfect match, Gu Zheng felt quite pleased, and even a smile appeared on his face.
This method seems to be quite good.
Just for this matter alone, he should give Qin Hao a day off, just one night.
Xia Ran was constantly paying attention to online news and naturally noticed the changes in online public opinion.
Previously, people were saying he was being kept by a sugar daddy, but now they're saying they look like a perfect couple.
Xia Ran felt no joy or sweetness, but rather a deep sense of irony and an indescribable bitterness.
Is it really impossible to get rid of Gu Zheng?
There was another person in the hospital who was also paying attention to the online discussions.
He had originally planned to resolve the matter for Xia Ran later, but he never expected the situation to turn out this way.
Put the marriage certificate on it? Whose idea was this anyway?
Lin Ziming frowned and got up to go find Xia Ran.
Chapter 300 Treating Him as a Younger Brother
Lin Ziming's arrival was not a surprise to Xia Ran; in fact, she smiled.
Although the two have only known each other for a few days, Xia Ran still has a good impression of Lin Ziming.
How should I put it? It just feels strangely familiar.
"Dr. Lin, why did you come so early today?"
"Come out first, I have something to ask you."
Lin Ziming's expression turned serious, which made Xia Ran's heart tighten immediately.
"What's wrong, Dr. Lin?"
Lin Ziming didn't answer Xia Ran's question and simply turned and left.
Xia Ran felt even more uneasy, but she still turned around and comforted Grandpa Xia.
"Grandpa, Dr. Lin seems to have something to say to me. I'll go out for a bit."
Grandpa Xia nodded, and Xia Ran went out.
He also knew that Gu Zheng was away dealing with online matters, so he assumed that Lin Ziming wanted to talk to him at the door.