After paying the bill, Ms. Yun said, "Xiao Qi, it's all thanks to you for coming. Otherwise, I really wouldn't have been able to carry all this stuff back."
"It's alright, Auntie. We didn't have anything to do at home anyway, so we're just keeping you company."
His obsequious manner filled Cheng Qicai with contempt.
She said to the loving mother and son, "I need to go to the toilet."
Ms. Yun gave her an annoyed look and said, "Go quickly."
Cheng Qicai placed the bag in her hand in the corner.
When she came out, she saw a middle-aged man in a sharp suit standing opposite them, exuding an imposing aura.
His face bears a resemblance to Gu Rongqi.
Cheng Qicai vaguely guessed who this middle-aged man was.
She pursed her lips, walked to Ms. Yun's side, and obediently greeted Gu Lubo, "Hello, Uncle!"
Gu Lubo's imposing gaze fell directly on Cheng Qicai's face, scrutinizing her with hostility.
Under such a gaze, Cheng Qicai couldn't help but feel a little intimidated.
But considering his attitude towards her and Gu Rongqi, she felt she shouldn't be afraid; after all, he couldn't do anything in front of everyone.
Thinking about it, Cheng Qicai instantly became righteous and looked back into Gu Lubo's eyes.
Seeing Cheng Qicai, who had been avoiding his gaze, suddenly stare directly at him, he felt a flicker of surprise.
However, this small difference was not enough to shake his impression of Cheng Qicai.
Ms. Yun leaned forward slightly, blocking half of Cheng Qicai's and Gu Rongqi's shoulders, and said with a warm smile, "Xiaoqi's dad, since you're here, why don't you come to our house for a meal?"
"Thank you, but no need. I have a meeting later." Gu Lubo looked away and gave Ms. Yun an apologetic smile.
His attitude made it hard to tell whether his coldness was innate or if he had a problem with Cheng Qicai and the others.
However, based on his previous attitude, Cheng Qicai was more inclined to believe the latter idea.
"Alright, go ahead and do what you need to do." Ms. Yun's smile remained unchanged.
Gu Lubo didn't even glance at Gu Rongqi behind Ms. Yun until he turned and left.
“Since your father is busy, let’s go back first.” Ms. Yun glanced at Cheng Qicai. “Take your bag, we’re going back.”
"Oh." Cheng Qicai obediently picked up the bag, secretly glancing at Ms. Yun's expression.
Seeing that her expression was normal, she felt a little relieved.
Gu Rongqi's tone was full of apology, "I'm sorry, Auntie, I didn't expect to see my dad here. Just now he..."
"It's alright, I know you are you and your dad is your dad. It's normal for your dad to look down on our family, after all, there's such a big difference in our status." Ms. Yun's tone was no different from usual.
Gu Rongqi's face showed even greater apology. "I'm sorry..."
"It's alright. Your dad is such a high-ranking leader, it's normal for him to be busy." Ms. Yun smiled reassuringly at him.
But she couldn't help but sigh inwardly. In fact, she was also worried. She didn't want the two of them to be together before because she didn't want Cheng Qicai to be met with cold shoulders from others like she is now.
I want her to find someone from a similar or even better family background, so there won't be too many inequalities between them.
But now... she's very satisfied with Gu Rongqi, it's just that her family situation isn't quite right for someone like Cheng Qicai...
Ms. Yun somewhat regretted being persuaded by Cheng Qicai back then.
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