noffsinger Chapter 89 Family Gathering
Chapter 89 Family Gathering
The family gathering was held at a private residence of the Gu family in the suburbs, surrounded by lush green trees, resembling a secluded paradise. Inside the mansion's hall, elders from both the Gu and Lin families arrived one after another, and the guests' laughter and conversation subtly revealed their interest in the engagement between Lin Chuyue and Gu Yanchuan.
Lin Chuyue wore a faint smile and behaved with propriety, but she had already silently memorized the attitudes of each elder. This gathering was of extraordinary significance—it not only concerned the marriage alliance between the two families, but could also affect her plans to dissolve her engagement with Gu Yanchuan.
Just as Lin Chuyue was talking with several elders, a charming figure appeared at the entrance of the hall. Luo Yurou was wearing a white gauze dress, gentle and elegant, like a soft ray of light.
"Yu Rou?" Gu Yanchuan was the first to notice her, his tone revealing a hint of surprise.
Luo Yurou smiled sweetly: "Auntie invited me, so I shamelessly came. I hope I haven't bothered you?"
When Gu Yanchuan's mother saw Luo Yurou, a relieved smile immediately appeared on her face: "Yurou, it's good that you're here! You used to play with Yanchuan a lot when you were little, so you all know each other very well."
Luo Yurou greeted the elders politely, then her gaze fell on Lin Chuyue, and she nodded slightly: "Miss Lin, it's been a long time."
Lin Chuyue smiled and responded gently, "Miss Yu Rou, it's been a long time."
Their seemingly polite interaction concealed a hidden edge.
As the gathering gradually got down to business, Gu's mother took the lead in bringing up Lin Chuyue's engagement to Gu Yanchuan: "Chuyue, your marriage with Yanchuan has been delayed for so long, shouldn't you have a clear plan?"
Lin Chuyue's heart tightened slightly, but she calmly replied, "Auntie, Yanchuan and I have discussed this matter, and we feel that given the current situation, we may need some more time to make a decision."
Mother Gu frowned slightly: "But you two are not young anymore, we can't keep dragging this on. Chuyue, the family values you very much and hopes you can give us a clear answer as soon as possible."
At this moment, Gu Yanchuan spoke calmly: "Mother, there's no need to rush this matter. We will consider it carefully."
Mother Gu was clearly dissatisfied with his attitude: "Yanchuan, if you keep dragging this out, it won't be good for either of us. What do you say, Yurou?"
Luo Yurou was taken aback, not expecting the topic to suddenly turn to her. She smiled gently: "Auntie, actually I think that these things should depend on the wishes of both people. Forcing it will only backfire."
These words, though seemingly neutral, caused Gu's mother to glare at Gu Yanchuan with displeasure.
Seeing the slightly awkward atmosphere, Lin Chuyue picked up a glass of juice and smiled slightly: "Auntie, actually, my engagement with Yanchuan was the wish of our elders, and we are all very grateful. However, marriage is a major life event, and I think that if the two of us have more time to get to know each other, we will be happier in the future, right?"
Gu's mother's expression softened slightly, but her tone still carried a hint of resentment: "What you said makes sense, but things can change over time..."
At this moment, another elder from the Gu family interjected, "Young people are like that, it's not a bad thing to give them some space, you can't force things."
Lin Chuyue nodded in agreement: "Thank you for your understanding, Uncle. We will definitely consider it carefully and will not let our elders down."
After the party ended, Lin Chuyue went to the garden for some fresh air and saw Luo Yurou walking gracefully towards her.
"Miss Lin, you handled this gathering perfectly," Luo Yurou said with a smile, her tone carrying a hint of approval.
Lin Chuyue turned to look at her, her smile gentle: "Miss Yurou is more favored by the elders. Aunt Gu speaks highly of you."
Luo Yurou smiled gently: "My aunt is good to me only because I've always been good at currying favor with her since I was little. Miss Lin, on the other hand, has such an extraordinary demeanor that I'm a little jealous of her."
Lin Chuyue smiled faintly and did not reply, but thought to herself: This woman is indeed not simple. Her relationship with Gu Yanchuan has probably gone beyond the scope of friendship.
As night fell, Lin Chuyue prepared to return to her car, but unexpectedly saw Li Zhanchuan standing beside it, seemingly waiting for her.
"President Li?" Lin Chuyue stepped forward in surprise. "What are you doing here?"
Li Zhanchuan raised an eyebrow and smiled: "It's just a coincidence. I happened to be passing by and saw you coming out alone, so it wouldn't be right not to say hello."
Lin Chuyue sighed softly, "President Li, you always have such 'coincidences,' aren't you being a bit too deliberate?"
Li Zhanchuan chuckled softly: "Lin Chuyue, you seem calm, but you always like to figure out what other people are thinking. Such a thoughtful approach is really quite endearing."
Lin Chuyue glared at him and turned to leave, but Li Zhanchuan stopped her: "Don't rush off, I have something I want to talk to you about."
Lin Chuyue stopped and turned to look at him: "What advice does President Li have now?"
Li Zhanchuan's gaze was serious: "It's not about giving advice, it's about Shen Fang and foreign forces. Also, you'd better keep an eye on Gu Yanchuan's movements."
Lin Chuyue paused slightly, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes: "President Li, thank you for the reminder. However, I think I can handle these things myself."
Li Zhanchuan looked at her and said softly, "Lin Chuyue, don't forget, you are not fighting alone."