At dusk.

The afterglow of the sunset shines gently through the colorful window lattices into the luxurious main dining room of Hayden Manor.

There was a gorgeous dining table in the middle of the hall, covered with a snow-white silk tablecloth. Gu Ran and Evelin, who had changed their clothes, sat opposite each other on both sides of the long dining table.

The exquisite and beautiful sterling silver candlesticks added a touch of romance to the dinner.

More than a dozen male and female servants were carrying dishes in and out, being very careful not to make any mistakes.

——Today's dinner was supposed to be hosted by Evelyn's father himself, but when Evelyn and Gu Ran were watching the closed-loop tearing scene with great interest, Evelyn's father called and told them that he would be back late tonight and asked them to eat first.

Evelyn simply stopped waiting.

After all, there are more important things waiting to be done after the dinner.

Evelyn changed out of her equestrian knight uniform and regained her elegance as a noble lady.

Her golden hair fell on her shoulders, exuding a sweet fruity scent, and paired with her porcelain-white skin, she was truly incredibly beautiful.

She was wearing a dark blue classical long dress decorated with tassels. Her slender waist outlined a graceful curve. The lining of the skirt supported the typical aristocratic girl's temperament. The big V-neck on her chest showed off the unique charm of women to the extreme.

When you think about the little stars and internet celebrities in China who wear and cover themselves up, afraid that the poor will see them but afraid that the rich will not know about them, Evelin is simply a walking textbook! "Gu..." Evelin looked at Gu Ran lovingly, "I am so happy today. This is the happiest day I have ever had since I was a child - thank you."

...It’s a bit early to say this now, it’s not dark yet, and there’s more fun to come.

By the way, such a high-end aristocratic dinner should not have food like lamb kidney pie, right? Gu Ran cleared his throat, "Evelin, I'm very happy too. By the way, are we really not waiting for your dad?"

Evelin smiled and said, “Our family is very direct. If he says you don’t have to wait for him, then you don’t have to be polite.”

"All right……"

In this regard, foreigners are indeed very straightforward. If they say you don't have to wait, then they really don't have to wait.

Before the two of them had exchanged a few words, the dining table was already filled with food.

The silver tableware shines with luxurious luster under the dual reflections of sunset and candlelight, and the exquisite porcelain plates are neatly arranged with colorful and delicious Western food.

Appetizers include Bocuse au Pie with foie gras oil and black truffle sauce, Cannes top-grade caviar seafood platter, top-grade beef tenderloin with French 5A foie gras soaked in oil, French black truffle foie gras pate with green apple cheese and Austrian platinum caviar, Norwegian smoked salmon with cream mushrooms and herb stewed eggs, and baked snails with Burgundy herb sauce...

The soup is Mediterranean cream of matsutake soup with wild black truffle and black abalone soup.

The salads include Oslo sweet and sour oysters with organic vegetable salad rolls, Italian vegetable curry pie with Chinese Sichuan spicy sauce, and Provence potato and roasted octopus salad.

The main course is Haydn Manor Mill Grilled Tripe with Alaskan Snow Crab Claws and Paris Sauce, Provence Charcoal Grilled Venison with Pan-Fried Black Currants, Red Wine Roasted Lamb Saddle with Porcini and Black Truffle Sauce...

Looking at the full table, Gu Ran felt numb.

The cheapest dish on the table would cost thousands of dollars in a Western restaurant in China! Especially the dish "Hayden Manor Mill Grilled Tripe with Alaskan Snow Crab Claws and Paris Sauce". What kind of whip is it?

Gu Ran couldn't help but ask, "Do you usually...eat this?"

Evelin chuckled, "How is that possible? Of course it's because you're here that we're having such a sumptuous meal! Normally we eat very simply, just black truffles with wagyu or something."

Gu Ran: ...

No wonder she is so well developed! Evelin added: “This main dish of Hayden Manor is unique to us, you must try it.”

Oh shit!

Evelin, do you not believe in my strength, or are you worried that I won’t give in? Believe me, although I am very serious, even I am afraid of my own crazy young body! “This, I, actually… really don’t need it.”

“Oh, Gu!” Evelin said coquettishly, “This is all from my heart, just eat it all!”

Gu Ran smiled helplessly, "Okay... don't regret it."

Evelin was beaming with joy, “How could I possibly regret it!”

Watching Gu Ran eat a lot of black truffles, oysters, and grilled three whips, Evelin could hardly close the smile on her face.

Just as the dinner was about to end, a half-bald man in his fifties, dressed in a suit, strode into the restaurant.

"Dad!" Evelyn stood up happily, "You're finally back! Let me introduce you to this, this is the Southampton hope that you've been thinking about, Gu Ran! Gu, this is my dad who's been thinking about you, the owner of Hayden Manor - Sir Jonathan Adelaide."

Gu Ran stood up solemnly, "Hello, Sir."

Jonathan strode over excitedly and shook Gu Ran's hand vigorously. "Hello, young man. I have been looking forward to meeting you for a long time! I am very sorry. I was supposed to have dinner with you, but I was delayed by business matters. Please don't mind."

"No, no!" Gu Ran said quickly, "Thank you, Sir, for inviting me to dinner. I am honored to meet you. Your manor is so beautiful, and your daughter is even more beautiful! The food is also very rich and delicious. I dare say that you must be the happiest person in the world, Sir."

"Hahaha!"

Sir Jonathan benefited greatly from Gu Ran's flattery!

"Mr. Gu Ran, you and I really hit it off right away! Let's have a drink!"

Jonathan waved his hand, and the servant brought two glasses of bright red wine.

Gu Ran wanted to say that he didn't drink because he had to drive soon - but Jonathan, his host, was so straightforward, and it would not be nice to offend him.

Gu Ran then picked up the wine glass, clinked glasses with Jonathan, and drank it all in one gulp.

Jonathan gave a thumbs up and praised, "Great! Young man! You are in great shape! You drank my twenty-year-old deer blood tonic wine in one gulp!"

Gu Ran: ...What?

Jonathan shook his head. "I can't do that. I can't handle the strength of this medicinal wine. I have to take small sips and try to finish it before going to bed at night..."

Oh shit, you old man!

——Gu Ran felt his face flushed instantly and his blood boiled.

Evelin said distressedly, “Oh, Dad! Look at you! Gu never drinks, but today he gave you a huge face!”

Jonathan was slightly startled. "Good boy! So sincere! But I still have to take a small sip, otherwise my heart won't be able to take it..."

Gu Ran tried hard to control his racing heart, "Sir, please feel free to do as you please."

What the hell can I say? Can I just step on the old man's neck and pour it in?

Alas, I am still young after all! It’s okay, I’m not the one who’s screaming tonight anyway…

Gu Ran’s eyes unconsciously glanced at Evelin’s big V.

Why am I even more drunk...

After Jonathan took a sip of the medicinal wine, he let out a sigh of relief, tugged at his tie, and asked Gu Ran to sit down.

Gu Ran sat down politely, but his eyes couldn’t help but glance at Evelin.

Evelin asked with concern: “Dad, you look a little worried today, is your business not going well?”

Jonathan smiled bitterly. "My dear daughter, you really understand Dad. Dad and his partner's shipbuilding factory encountered a major strike. A large overseas order is about to default. That damn partner suddenly withdrew his investment. If we can't fill this funding hole as soon as possible..."

Jonathan looked at the luxurious manor dejectedly and said, "I'm afraid we will have to say goodbye to this place in the future."

Jonathan shrugged helplessly. "It's not that bad. If it doesn't work out, I'll sell off my shares in Southampton to fill the hole completely...but I always feel like I'll lose a lot."

When he heard about the shares of "Southampton Club", Gu Ran frowned! With me in Southampton Club, it will definitely appreciate greatly in the future!

If you can take advantage of this opportunity to buy it now, it can not only be regarded as an investment, but you may also be able to become a major shareholder and then become the owner of Southampton!

Really buy a club and have fun!

Be your own boss!

Imagine that when the substitute comes on the field, the commentator screams in a hoarse voice: What? Our boss is warming up! ? Hahaha! The effect on the scene must be full! So cool! Gu Ran immediately asked: "Sir, how much shares do you have in Southampton Club?"

Jonathan said without hesitation: "Oh, I own 2.19% of the shares of Southampton Football Club and its affiliated industries, including land, offline stores, newspapers and all other assets. It is worth more than 20 million pounds."

Holy shit…

"What's wrong young man?"

"Oh nothing, I was just asking."

Gu Ran changed the subject and said, "Sir, I do have a suggestion. I wonder if you would like to consider it."

Jonathan quickly asked, "What suggestions?"

Gu Ran said, "It's very simple. You can temporarily rent your Haydn Manor to the most profitable Hollywood crew as a filming location. This way, you can not only earn a considerable amount of rent to relieve your pressure, but also increase the valuation of your Haydn Manor. Even if you really can't make up for the loss in the next few months and have to sell Haydn Manor, you can still sell it at a very high price."

Jonathan slapped his thigh and said, "That's right! But... where can I find a movie that can be shot at my Hayden Manor and become the world box office champion?"

...I'm sorry, things have come to this point and I have no choice but to show off.

Gu Ran cleared his throat and said, "Actually, in addition to being a professional football player, I am also a Hollywood screenwriter."

"Walter?!"

Jonathan and Evelyn exclaimed at the same time.

Gu Ran said casually, "Yes, I'm not kidding. Not long ago, Christopher Nolan bought my hand-drawn script for Batman 2. It's being filmed now and it's expected to be released by the end of the year."

“Oh my god!” Evelyn screamed excitedly, “Gu! You can actually draw scripts by hand? Oh my god! You really are an all-round genius!”

Jonathan was also shocked and said, "This, this is incredible! Both literature and sports are flourishing..."

"Not really, not really." Gu Ran said with a smile, "Sir, if you agree to rent out Hayden Manor for filming, I can hand-draw a hit script and specify in the script that it must be filmed on location at your Hayden Manor. Otherwise, I won't sell the script. This way, you can easily negotiate a good rental price and temporarily ease your financial crisis."

Jonathan said excitedly, "If that's the case, that would be great! As long as you can help me get through these three most difficult months, I believe I can make it through! But, my dear Gu! Writing a script is probably not easy, right? Can you finish it within three months? You still have to participate in training and competitions!"

Evelyn added: "And I have to find time to come here to train in equestrianism! To win an Olympic gold medal!"

Gu Ran sighed quietly, "It's certainly not easy to hand-draw a script, and it's even more difficult to hand-draw a script that can win the box office championship... But I'm willing to do my best for you and Evelyn, Sir. In less than three months, at most one and a half months, I can get the top Hollywood crew to come to my house with my script to pay the rent."

Evelin said with eyes full of affection: “It turns out that this is all for me…”

Jonathan excitedly held Gu Ran's hand, "Gu, if you can really do it within a month and a half, you will be my brother from now on!"

Damn it! Don’t!

Before Gu Ran could object, Evelin said anxiously, “Oh! Dad! Gu is my…friend!”

Jonathan laughed, "It's okay, we can talk about our own things from now on! Come on, Gu, let's have another drink!"

Jonathan picked up his twenty-year-old deer blood tonic wine.

Gu Ran waved his hands quickly, "No, no, Sir, I really can't stand drinking any more!"

I can bear it, but your daughter can’t!

“Dad, drink it yourself! I’m going to take Gu Ran to visit Hayden Manor again.” Evelin took Gu Ran’s fiery hand.

Jonathan nodded and said, "That's right! We need to go shopping properly, so that we can inspire more inspiration."

"Well, see you next time, sir."

“Okay, Evelin, you must take good care of my brother.”

“Dad!” Evelin stomped her feet in anger, and suddenly the situation became chaotic.

Gu Ran felt a little dizzy...

I don't know how I walked out of the restaurant.

Blowing the cool night breeze, Gu Ran felt…even more confused, and his hands couldn’t help but touch Evelin’s waist.

no!

I can’t do this! I can’t let my young body control me! ——Gu Ran said secretly in his heart, while trying to move the young hand from his waist and put it on Evelin’s hips.

Gu Ran: ...

Evelin smiled at Gu Ran with blurry eyes, and leaned into Gu Ran’s arms.

"Gu, you hand-painted the script all for me, right?"

"……right!"

“I knew it.” Evelin’s face was full of sweetness.

The two of them supported each other and hugged each other as they got on the golf cart, and the two young bodies were squeezed together again.

"Gu, where do you want to go?"

"I passed by a small forest before..."

"I thought you wanted to see my room."

"I'm not that kind of person..."

"I understand. I understand everything..."

Evelyn stepped on the accelerator and the golf cart sped away.

The car was going too fast, just like Gu Ran's racing heartbeat.

Bang! The golf cart crashed into the maze of woods.

The car flipped over! The leaves swayed in the cool summer breeze.

There was a patch of trees that were swaying particularly violently.

…

(End of this chapter)