I glanced at him, feeling a mix of excitement and a desire to laugh.

"What kind of tea does Xiao Su want?" Auntie asked, turning around from the island.

“Either is fine,” he replied, turning around.

"Have a seat," I said, tidying up the cushions on the sofa and inviting him to sit down.

As Su Shenglin sat down, his aunt brought over a cup of freshly brewed tea.

He thanked him repeatedly.

“I heard from Wanwan that Grandma is having some trouble. I rushed over from the company without bringing any gifts. I’m really sorry.”

During the Lunar New Year, it is indeed appropriate to bring gifts when visiting someone's home; this is the most basic courtesy.

But the incident happened suddenly, and Su Shenglin was unprepared, so he had to give a special explanation.

Grandma smiled and waved her hand, saying, "It's alright, it's alright. You're so good to Xiaowan, and you extend that care and concern to us elders as well. This kindness is more precious than any gift."

It must be said that my grandmother was very eloquent; she truly lived up to her reputation as a lady from a wealthy family.

I pursed my lips, unable to suppress a smile.

Su Shenglin glanced at me, his eyes sparkling with tiny stars, and said naturally, "It's only right that I'm good to Wanwan. You and Auntie are Wanwan's closest elders, so it's only right that I care about you."

"Yes, thank you for your kindness. Xiaowan is so lucky to have met you," Auntie said sincerely.

After the two sides finished exchanging pleasantries, I sat between them, remaining silent the entire time.

I really don't know what to say.

Seeing the atmosphere getting cold and a little awkward, I immediately sat up and changed the subject: "By the way, the police took Li Qinglan away, but I guess they'll just give her a lecture and then release her. Grandma, you should still be careful. Even if she comes looking for you again, don't open the door for her."

"Yes, I understand now." Grandma nodded.

Su Shenglin looked at me and said in a low voice, "It would be best to arrange for two people to guard downstairs, just in case. We can only relax a little after the Gu family's case is settled."

"Huh?" I replied softly, "So troublesome?"

"No trouble at all, I'll arrange someone."

"This isn't good. Making people squat in the car every day is so boring and stifling."

Su Shenglin said, "It's alright, that's what bodyguards are supposed to do."

Grandma and Auntie also quickly said it wasn't necessary and that there was no need to trouble them.

But Su Shenglin insisted.

“If things aren’t stable at Grandma’s place, Wanwan won’t be able to work in peace. She’s quite busy and can’t always come so promptly, so having two people keep watch over her is the best solution.”

Su Shenglin looked at his grandmother and aunt and calmly persuaded them.

I'm thinking about the punishment Gu Jia faces; there's no guarantee he won't really do something desperate.

My grandmother is old and in poor health. If she is offended by someone from the Gu family, it's hard to guarantee that nothing bad will happen.

"Okay, for safety's sake, let's do it your way. But I'll pay for the bodyguards, don't argue with me. I know you don't care about the money, but this is a matter of principle."

He's good to me and protects me, so it's only natural that he would.

But he doesn't need to protect my entire family.

Therefore, it's most reasonable for him to help find people and for me to pay for it.

Su Shenglin knew my temperament and smiled helplessly: "Fine, you pay. I'll arrange for someone to come over right now."

"good."

Su Shenglin made a phone call and quickly arranged everything.

But he also received a call saying that there was an urgent matter at the company that required his attention, and he had to go back.

"Wanwan, hurry up and see Xiao Su off, don't let this interfere with important business." My aunt urged me immediately to see him downstairs.

It was clear that Auntie was indeed a little nervous and reserved in front of Su Shenglin.

"Okay, I'll see him downstairs and come back later. We'll have dinner at home tonight."

"Okay." Auntie immediately looked at Su Shengli and asked politely, "When will you be finished with your work, Su? Are you free to come over for dinner tonight?"

"I--"

Just as Su Shenglin was about to speak, I pinched his waist and said, "Auntie, he's going home. He's been abroad with me for so many days, he needs to spend time with his family when he gets back. Let's talk about it next time."

Su Shenglin looked at me, his expression somewhat helpless.

I don't care!

My aunt was clearly just being polite, but I know that, given his personality, he would take her politeness as a genuine invitation.

"That's true. With such a busy work schedule, we don't have much time to spend with our families during the year, so we should spend more time with them during the Chinese New Year."

"Okay, I'll take him downstairs then." I pushed Su Shenglin toward the door.

Su Shenglin turned back again and said goodbye to his grandmother and aunt once more.

After we went outside and got into the elevator, he looked at me with a wronged expression and asked, "Why didn't you let me come to eat? Did I embarrass you?"

I pursed my lips and glanced at him. "You already said that your family is clearly against us being together, and you still came to my grandma's for dinner. What will they think if they find out? They'll think I'm deliberately going against them and deliberately bothering you."

"You're overthinking it; they won't know."

"That's not necessarily true."

The prestigious Su family, what can't they find out?

Speaking of his vehicles alone, each one has been specially modified and equipped with real-time positioning.

The Su family must know where he goes every day.

I just don't want to say these things; I'll keep it to myself.

"I think my grandma and aunt are very welcoming to me, so they definitely won't object, right?" Su Shenglin looked at me, a hint of smugness in his voice.

I looked up at him and gave a forced, dismissive smile: "Yes, he's incredibly enthusiastic towards you! Who can object to you, Second Master Su?"

"That's a sarcastic remark."

I sighed helplessly, not knowing what the future held, and dared not make any promises now.

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