Doudou's body trembled slightly—not out of fear of Chengcheng, but rather... not wanting Great-Grandma to worry, so she tacitly agreed.
Old Madam Li nodded, not saying a word.
After they finished their meal, she secretly called Doudou over to her side.
Lowering her voice, Old Madam Li said, "Doudou, be honest with Great-Grandma. Why have you been coming home so late these days?"
Doudou was startled.
Great-Grandma had actually seen through Chengcheng's lies!
Old Madam Li noticed the little girl's hesitation and continued, "Doudou, don't worry. Once you tell me, Great-Grandma promises not to let Chengcheng find out. This will be our little secret—just between the two of us."
Since it involved their own family, it wouldn't be a problem to tell Great-Grandma, right?
After a brief internal struggle, Doudou extended her pinky finger for a promise.
Old Madam Li hooked her finger and confirmed the pact.
Only then did Doudou start gesturing in sign language.