Gu'er understood everything Sun Jiaming said. A lot of people would understand, too, but understanding and actually doing something are two different things.
Gu'er was glad Sun Jiaming was telling her all this. It meant he didn't see her as an outsider.
"Gu'er, I know what the problem is, but I can't bear to see my mom hurting. Every time she cries or throws a tantrum, I, as her son, can't stand it. And she knows that, which is why she always cries and makes a scene with me. I was planning to wait until Grandma was out of the hospital to have a proper talk with her. But Mom won't even visit Grandma in the hospital. I don't blame her for that; I know she has some unresolved issues with Grandma. As her son, I'll fulfill those duties in her place. But for her to go to your family's home and cause such a scene... You were right. If she keeps this up, she'll eventually destroy any affection we have left. She'll end up being despised by everyone. That's why I had to be cruel today."
