Chapter 105: Pretending to be kind
After so many years, Ms. Su can still remember the time when she and Xiaoyou's father were invited to the dinner party.
Lin You's father is a policeman who has devoted most of his life to his post. As he was about to retire, the organization took his physical condition into consideration and allowed him to step back and do office work.
He and Ms. Su, a policeman and a doctor, although they did not make a fortune, were a well-off family with enough food and clothing.
They have never been in contact with the circle of wealthy businessmen, so they don't know that people in that circle kill people without shedding blood.
The dinner was scheduled for a villa in the suburbs of Licheng, which was said to be one of the most inconspicuous properties of Chen Lang's family.
Chen Lang's parents are divorced. When they were young, both parents married into wealthy families. Later, they divorced due to emotional discord. Chen Lang took his mother's surname Chen and was trained as the heir of the Chen family.
Although he does not have his father's surname, he still has a close relationship with his father.
So both Chen Lang's parents attended the dinner that day, and not only them, but also relatives and friends of both families.
For this dinner, Ms. Su and Lin's father spent a lot of money to buy a dress, and they carefully put on their makeup before coming, just to leave a good impression on their future in-laws.
Lin You watched Ms. Su spend half a day getting her hair done at the barber shop, and also watched Lin's father repeatedly adjusting his bow tie in front of the mirror, asking her over and over again whether they were dressed appropriately.
In Lin You's opinion, Ms. Su and Mr. Lin have tried their best and shown the utmost sincerity in treating this dinner.
That night, Lin's father drove his more than ten-year-old car to the suburbs, but was stopped by the security guard before he even reached the door.
The security guard said that only VIPs can enter through the front door, and everyone else has to go through the back door.
Father Lin's grip on the steering wheel tightened. "We were invited by Chen Lang, so why aren't we honored guests?"
The security guard looked embarrassed. "Uncle, look at the rows of luxury cars at the door. Do you think you look like a distinguished guest when you drive this car?"
Father Lin's expression changed immediately, but for the sake of his daughter, he still said patiently:
"Call Chen Lang!"
The security guard immediately refused, "We're just a few doormen. How can we call the young master directly? Otherwise... you guys can call him yourself. We're all just trying to make a living, so please don't make things difficult for us, okay?"
They were invited to the banquet, but the security guard did not receive any notification from the host to let them in. Is this possible?
Things that can be seen clearly by bystanders at a glance, but those who are involved at the time cannot see clearly.
Lin You explained to his father, "Dad, don't be angry. There must be some misunderstanding. I'll call Chen Lang right away."
Lin You called Chen Lang, but it was not Chen Lang who answered the call, but Chen Lang's mother, Chen Qin.
"Ah, it's Xiaoyou, why haven't you arrived yet? Everyone is waiting for you."
Chen Qin was still enthusiastic on the phone, and there was no sign of neglect towards them at all.
Is it really just a misunderstanding?
Lin You explained on the phone that they were stopped at the door by security.
Then Chen Qin said embarrassedly: "Xiaoyou, Lang Lang's father and I both attach great importance to this banquet today, so we also invited relatives and friends."
"Everyone's here now, so I don't mind. But Lang Lang is going to take over our class in the future, and you are his face..."
After a pause, Chen Qin pleaded, "Xiaoyou, we absolutely don't mean to dislike you. Auntie just wants to ask... can you use the back door, just to save face for Lang Lang."
"Lang Lang, this kid, is like that. We're almost family, but why hasn't he bought you a decent car? If relatives and friends see this, how will they look upon him in the future?"
Chen Qin's attitude was friendly and her tone was sincere, but every word she said was like a knife, stabbing Lin You's heart.
At that time, Lin You realized for the first time that the most unpleasant words are often hidden in the most perfect and polite attitude.
Lin You's eyes were red at that moment, and she choked up and said, "Is Lang Lang here? I want to talk to him."
Chen Qin sighed repeatedly, "He's talking to his uncles right now, so I'm afraid he can't get away right now. How about this, Auntie will come pick you up personally."
After saying that, Chen Qin hung up the phone.
When Father Lin saw that Lin You’s eyes were red, he guessed the attitude of the other party. He sneered and started the car to go back.
"Xiaoyou, I think we don't need to go in. There's no need for our family to climb such a high branch."
Later, Lin You regretted countless times, thinking that it would have been better if they had just given up at that time.
If only she hadn't held out any hope for them at that time.
If only she could have been selfish and ignored Chen Lang's feelings at that time.
"Dad..." Lin You's voice was a little choked, and he stubbornly suppressed the tears in his eyes.
She said, "Aunt Chen said she would come out to pick us up, but maybe... they just had no choice. Besides, it's not like you haven't seen Chen Lang before. Don't you know what kind of person he is?"
Chen Lang would never do such a thing as to neglect them.
Father Lin hesitated for a moment, but out of concern for Chen Lang, he did not leave immediately.
After a while, Chen Qin came out holding the hem of her shiny dress.
As soon as she came out, she scolded the security guards at the door, and then affectionately took Ms. Su's arm and called her in-laws.
"I'm so sorry. There are so many relatives and friends here today, and we have no choice. You know, for a family like us, reputation is half our life. We are not just representing ourselves, but also the family."
As she spoke, she took Ms. Su's arm and led them to the back door.
"Xiaoyou's father, Xiaoyou's mother, even for Lang Lang's sake, let's just bear with it for once, okay?"
She called herself "we", naturally putting herself in the same camp as Lin You and the others.
Look, even she, her own mother, has to endure grievances, let alone them.
She seemed to be saying that if it was for Chen Lang's own good, she had to endure it.
She led them forward herself, keeping the pace just right.
Lin You looked at Lin's father, who had a frown on his face but said nothing.
The group entered through the back door and went straight to the back garden.
The garden was filled with clear music. Groups of well-dressed people gathered together, holding up their glasses and chatting. There were also some naughty children playing in the swimming pool.
Chen Lang, wearing a high-end suit, was talking to some elders. When he saw Lin You and the others appear, he immediately smiled and waved at them.
Chen Lang's smile was sincere and contagious, as if the previous unpleasantness was really just a small misunderstanding.
With such a smile, how could he possibly embarrass Lin You and his parents?
Chen Qin led Lin You and the others to Chen Lang's side.
Chen Lang happily took Lin You's hand and introduced Lin You and her parents to several uncles.
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