The old man from the Lin family who attended the birthday party was a veteran figure.
His birthday banquet was naturally going to be a grand affair, with all the attendees being big names in both business and politics.
As soon as Gu Xiuyuan entered the door, he attracted everyone's attention.
He knew how "glorious" the Gu family had been recently. The reason why no one dared to discuss it in front of him was simply because the Gu family still occupied an important position.
Another point is that they have other gossips to divert attention.
"Hey, I heard that a heavyweight figure is coming to Yuncheng recently. Have you heard any rumors?"
"It is said that the Huo family is interested in investing in Yuncheng, and local officials are working hard to make this happen."
"The Huo family?" someone asked. "Is that the top wealthy family in D?"
Since their grandfather's generation, the Huo family has been firmly in the position of the ruler of the D-type Chamber of Commerce, controlling the lifelines of countless companies, large and small.
"Look at families like the Gu and He families. They're incredibly powerful in Yuncheng, right? A㹐, T㹐, and several other wealthy families in Yuncheng, for a few generations, have all relied on the Huo family."
"Even today, Mr. Lin had to be respectful in front of Mr. Huo."
As a few people were talking, the crowd suddenly exclaimed.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw Huo Yuxuan walking down the stairs arm in arm with Old Lin in the admiring and envious eyes of everyone.
She wore a red haute couture dress, a warm and eye-catching color, which attracted everyone's attention as soon as she appeared.
She always had a decent smile on her face, showing the nobility and cultivation of a large family to the fullest.
From time to time, the crowd could hear low voices of discussion and mutual encouragement. However, Miss Huo's noble status made people eager to try, but they did not dare to approach.
The "greed" in everyone's eyes was so familiar. Even though he felt disgusted and even felt that they were not worthy of breathing in the same space with him, he still maintained the most polite smile.
Old Master Lin used to work under Old Master Huo, so he was naturally polite to the granddaughter of the Huo family.
The veteran figures in Yuncheng all praise him so much, and his life experience is so brilliant that few people dare to look at him.
Huo Yuxuan stood beside Mr. Lin with proper manners. Everyone approached him under the pretext of celebrating his birthday, trying to get to know him. If they were lucky, they might even be able to get further.
Gu Xiuyuan didn't like this kind of occasion, but he still had to leave.
"Mr. Lin."
Gu Xiuyuan stepped forward and offered his blessings respectfully and politely.
The younger generation in Yuncheng is full of talented people, and the Gu family is even more outstanding.
Old Master Lin had a good impression of the young man Gu Xiuyuan, so he chatted with him for a while longer.
As for the Gu family, if it weren't for the ridiculous incident that happened some time ago, his father would have been a pretty good descendant. It was just a pity that he had to do such a ridiculous thing at such an old age.
When Elder Lin saw Huo Yuxuan looking at Gu Xiuyuan, he understood: "Xiuyuan, this is the old boss's granddaughter, Huo Yuxuan. Xuanxuan, this is Gu Xiuyuan, from our Yuncheng."
Gu Xiuyuan, a gentleman, extended his hand, "Hello, Gu Xiuyuan."
Huo Yuxuan returned his polite smile and shook his hand generously. "Hello, Huo Yuxuan."
Huo Yuxuan smiled gracefully and appropriately, and her every gesture and movement was full of elegance.
An elder was being asked to chat, and Gu Xiuyuan couldn't leave, so she had to stay.
"Mr. Lin, I'm sorry, I'm late."
Xia Mei's voice came.
Even though she caused quite a stir before, she didn't seem to want to keep a low profile at all.
"It's not her fault anyway," she said, holding her aura tightly.
When the two elders of the Xia family were alive, they had some friendship with the Lin family, so they had to be polite to them.
Because of Mr. Lin's introduction, many young people also came forward. Huo Yuxuan was annoyed in her heart, but she responded appropriately on the surface.
Then he "unintentionally" glanced at Gu Xiuyuan again.
This unintentional behavior was obvious enough to others, and the one who caught it most keenly was Xia Mei.
Looking at Huo Yuxuan, the smile on his lips became even more intense.
Everyone present here is a smart person.
Given the Huo family's status and their doting on their daughter, if she wins the young lady's favor, would the Gu family have any reason to refuse?
If the two families had a future, the Gu family's status would be further elevated, and the guests at the banquet would be more polite and respectful to Xia Mei and Gu Xiuyuan.
Gu Xiuyuan hated this kind of hypocritical social interaction, and his heart was not in it, so he took advantage of the break to send a message to the little girl who was working overtime.
"I am bored."
But after a while, he collected the photos of Ji Shuyu's reply and threw paper balls all over the floor.
The whole screen is speechless. 'So annoying'
Gu Xiuyuan watched, and recalled the scene of her throwing the drawing behind her, and immediately smiled.
"I'm going to finish a little later, and then I'll take you out for some delicious food."
Huo Yuxuan stood aside, shaking the wine glass gently, but her fingers were holding the glass tightly.
There were many people in this banquet hall who had the courage to come and chat up, but Gu Xiuyuan was not among them.
He kept staring at his phone. Was he sending a message to his girlfriend?
Her mood was somewhat ruined, and she frowned slightly.
"Ms. Huo." Xia Mei took the initiative to step forward.
"Mrs. Gu." Huo Yuxuan responded softly, with a touch of propriety yet a sense of distance.
Xia Mei didn't care about her rudeness. After all, her status was too brilliant, so she had to maintain her own dignity and temper.
It is not an exaggeration to describe Miss Huo's status as a "golden branch and jade leaf".
"Ms. Huo, this is your first time in Yuncheng!" Xia Mei said with a smile.
"Yes, I've always heard that Yuncheng is beautiful, but this is my first time here." She chuckled politely.
"There are many fun places in Yuncheng. If Miss Huo doesn't mind, I can arrange for someone to take you around later."
As for who arranged it, the meaning is obvious.
"Then I'll have to trouble Madam Gu."
Xia Mei took the initiative to show her goodwill, and Huo Yuxuan did not refuse, and even acted as if she could get along well with her.
Everyone present here is a smart person.
The Huo family doted on their daughter like a precious darling, and they figured that the relationship between the two families was settled, and that the Gu family would move to a higher level in the future. So they were more polite and respectful to Xia Mei and Gu Xiuyuan during the meal.
Because Miss Huo was so close to her, Xia Mei felt like a fish in water at this banquet.
Huo Yuxuan also understood Xia Mei's "pride", and she also liked people who knew how to adapt to the times.
This kind of person, as long as you let her get what she wants, she will also help you get what you want.
She knew that as long as she expressed her desire, Xia Mei would help her realize it...
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Ji Shuyu was working overtime in the studio, and Gu Xiuyuan had an appointment, so he would be alone if he returned to Dong. So he simply waited for him to finish his business before returning to Dong.
This time the customer's order was urgent and very picky, so she didn't dare to be careless in the slightest.
Gu Xiuyuan stopped sending messages halfway through the conversation. She connected her phone to a power source and just as she plugged it in, it stopped.
Snap——
The studio was instantly dark, and the entire building was plunged into darkness...
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