C67 The Start of the College Entrance Exam
In Gao Mu's recollections, Aunt would always find a way to ridicule his parents at every family gathering. She also made a point of ingratiating herself with his grandfather and Eldest Uncle. Despite Gao Mu's evident discomfort, Soong Lin maintained a smile and said, "My mother tends to be quite blunt. Please, don't take it to heart!"
Gao Mu responded with a smile and a shake of his head