No longer the Madam

Old Master Xia regarded Xia Lihua with a penetrating gaze before speaking, "Is there something you've been concealing about Xiao Mengrui?"

With a hint of regret in her voice, Xia Lihua admitted, "Yes," her words unintentionally rising in pitch. She sounded remorseful of hiding something.

However, Old Master Xia's demeanor remained serene and he gave her an understnading nod. "It's alright if you're not ready to discuss it. You'll share when the time feels right. Besides, after your last surprise with your uncle, I've come to expect the unexpected from you."

Though reassured by her grandfather's response, Xia Lihua couldn't shake her hesitation. While Old Master Xia undoubtedly cherished her, Xia Mengrui was also his granddaughter.

What if he didn't side with her? What if he sympathized more with Xia Mengrui?

Old Master Xia continued, "I received a call from the General Hospital. It seems Xia Mengrui fainted during her performance?"