Chapter 254 Gu Xun Returns
"Let go!"
What if I don't loosen my grip?
"Then don't blame me for being impolite!"
"It's still uncertain who will win!"
What's with this tense atmosphere?
He grabbed their arms, gave an awkward smile, and said, "It's the New Year, so don't let things ruin your relationship. If you fight, you'll have bad luck all year. Jiang Chao, we're going to the City God Temple to burn incense tomorrow. Do you want to go with bruises on your face? Bai Ye, we're going to pay New Year's respects to our elders tomorrow. You're an only child and only grandson. Wouldn't it worry them if you had bruises on your face?"
"Listen to me, you two put it down, let's shake hands and make peace, and take a car back to the city together."
After a brief but intense exchange, the two let go of each other's hands and returned to the villa in silence. The next day, in front of their elders, they acted as if nothing had happened, greeting each other and chatting as usual. Afterward, they went to the City God Temple together.
Feng Jingling, who is interning in Tianjin this year, didn't come back for the Spring Festival. Last night, she talked on the phone with Jiang Chao for several hours and cried her eyes out, crying like a ghost.
I thought he would scold me and hang up, but instead he frowned, listened to the whole thing, and finally said coldly, "If you really can't make it in Tianjin, you can come back to Jiangcheng and work for me. You won't starve!"
"No, I'm an unkillable cockroach. I'm determined to take root in Tianjin. Just wait, I'll definitely make something of myself."
After making those harsh remarks, he hung up the phone immediately. Jiang Chao stood there stunned by the phone for a long time before turning around and going back into the house.
As for Gu Xun, it is said that he went abroad for further studies and will not return until after the New Year. University winter vacation is as long as summer vacation, so Yun Xia and Bai Ye have so much time to deal with things at the factory.
On that day, the eighth day of the first lunar month, the factory closed for the holidays. Some workers expressed their dissatisfaction with the factory relocation. Uncle Zhang, who had an inherent air of authority, stood in the middle and spoke sharply and forcefully, scolding them until they could not lift their heads and dared not raise their voices in protest.
Workers who live far from home can bring their bedding and move directly into the staff dormitory. They can go home during their holidays. After the work started, Yunxia and Baiye supervised the work for a few days. After confirming that there were no mistakes, they handed over the quality inspection work to professionals and took a bus back to the city.
On the 13th day of the first lunar month, which is Valentine's Day for Westerners, Yunxia was eating melon seeds and watching a melodramatic idol drama in the living room when suddenly the doorbell rang outside the courtyard. She quickly clapped her hands and got up to check.
As soon as I opened the gate, I was hit in the face with a huge bouquet of roses. Although the fragrance was wonderful, it was the dead of winter and it was freezing cold.
The roses were moved aside, revealing Gu Xun wearing a mask. He teased, "My dear Yunxia, did you miss me while I was gone? Look how vibrant these roses are! They suit your face perfectly!"
Yunxia: ...My skin was frozen red, what are you talking about!
His lips twitched slightly, and he said speechlessly, "Look at you, you didn't even give me a heads-up before returning to Jiangcheng. And how can you just give roses to someone like that? Do you even know what that means?"
"Giving roses leaves a lingering fragrance on your own hands, so naturally it's used for... confessing your feelings, Yunxia. There's something I've been holding back for a long time, and I have to say it today. Actually, I've always... had a crush on you!"
His flirtatious tone and flippant attitude would make anyone think he was joking. Of course, Yun Xia thought so too. She nudged his shoulder and said helplessly, "Hehe, this joke isn't funny at all. Would Boss Gu really be interested in me?"
Gu Xun was stunned for a moment, then clutched his chest, pretending to have a heart attack, and said, "Ouch, such heartless words. A sincere confession, and you... well, I can't keep up the act anymore."
Upon hearing this, Yun Xia covered her mouth and chuckled, "See? Your acting is so bad, I can spot the flaws at a glance. I'll accept the flowers, come inside and have a seat!"
Upon hearing this, Gu Xun pursed his lips, strode into the house with her, and sat on the sofa as if they were old friends, leisurely watching TV. Yun Xia unwrapped the flower bouquet, trimmed the excess branches and leaves, put it in a vase, placed it in the house, and then ran downstairs.
"Tsk tsk, Yunxia, you must be really bored at home to watch such a melodramatic plot. In just ten minutes, the male and female leads had three misunderstandings and two arguments, the vicious female supporting character said some harsh words four times, and the devoted male supporting character saved the female lead from two predicaments."
"It's pretty melodramatic, but it's addictive. The male and female leads are handsome and beautiful, and the supporting actors are also good-looking. It's just a way to kill time."
"Staying at home watching TV is so boring! Come on, let's change our clothes and I'll take you out to play!"
Today is Valentine's Day. Uncle Bai and Aunt Wu will be celebrating outside and probably won't be back until 10 p.m. It's a major holiday, and the game is releasing new skins and benefits, so Jiang Chao is busy with his own business. As for Jiang An, he was called away by Grandpa Bai to chat with him, and he also took Xiao Hei and Xiao Bai with him.
Therefore, Yun Xia was left alone in the three-story villa. After thinking it over, she accepted Gu Xun's invitation, went back to her room to change her clothes, and rode his motorcycle, Hong Chi, to... Universal Studios.
"Hey, how old are you? Why did you bring me here!"
"No matter how big she is, she's still my sister. Come on, I'll take you on some exciting adventures!"
With that, he parked the car, bought the tickets, and pulled her inside.
Universal Studios operates on a ticket system; once you buy a ticket, you can enjoy all the rides and attractions inside.
An hour later, Yunxia, who was resting by the flower bed, was munching on a candied hawthorn. She thought to herself that the exciting rides someone had mentioned—the carousel, go-karts, slides, etc.—were all just slow-motion replays and had absolutely nothing to do with excitement.
"Gu Xun, I'm hungry, let's go out for a meal!" My stomach rumbled a few times in agreement, and I could smell the delicious fried chicken even before we entered the amusement park.
Upon hearing this, he glanced at his watch; it was only a little past 11 a.m., still some time before noon. To ensure the plan went smoothly, he advised, "Yunxia, just bear with it a little longer. After we ride the Ferris wheel, I'll treat you to a big meal."
The girl finally couldn't resist the temptation of the feast, nodded, and accompanied him onto the Ferris wheel. Sitting high up, the view was quite different; the entire amusement park was laid out before her. The higher they went, the smaller the trees, people, and rides appeared when they looked down.
Yunxia seemed to have discovered something new and interesting, and kept sharing it with Gu Xun. Unfortunately, he was absent-minded and didn't listen at all. His mind was preoccupied with... how to confess his feelings so that the girl would take it seriously.
When the carriage reached its highest point, Gu Xun suddenly stood up and sat down next to the girl, saying seriously, "Yun Xia, what I just said came from the bottom of my heart, without any exaggeration. I really like you. Be my girlfriend!"
Yunxia, whose computer was down, froze on the spot, her eyelashes trembling. Finally, she turned her head away and nervously gripped the seat. Just as she was about to change the subject with a joke, her voice suddenly came from beside her.
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