Chapter 105 No Longer Existing
Fang Lanxin smiled gently and accepted the roses gracefully: "Thank you."
The media cameras kept shooting at this scene, determined to grab the headlines for the next day.
Just then, Lu Chen, dressed in a pure white suit, walked towards them against the light.
He was also holding a large bouquet of roses, but unlike Lingxiao's fiery red, he chose the relatively understated champagne roses.
He stepped forward and smiled gently at Fang Lanxin: "Happy birthday, Sister Fang."
"Thanks."
Fang Lanxin nodded gently, accepted the bouquet, and stood next to Lu Chen, linking her arm with his to pose for photos with the media. This was a great opportunity for Lu Chen to promote himself.
Originally, Guan Yu didn't have any particular thoughts, after all, he was too old to argue with children over a girl, but seeing that these two brats were going too far, he felt a surge of displeasure.
The moment his gaze met Fang Lanxin's eyes, Guan Yu's lips curled up slightly, and he suddenly felt relieved.
He could see it clearly: Fang Lanxin's feelings for Ling Ye were longing, her feelings for Lu Chen were affection, and only when she was with him did her heart flutter like a deer. He was certain that Fang Lanxin's feelings for him were true romantic love!
When Huo Zhenhong came out of the inner room and saw this scene, his expression changed. He walked forward and laughed loudly, "This Actor Lu never used to attend social events. It's all thanks to you, Sister-in-law, that you have the ability and the prestige!"
"Thank you for the compliment, Fourth Uncle. It is indeed my honor, and it is also due to my ability." Fang Lanxin was not at all guilty. Of course, she knew that Huo Zhenhong was saying these things at this time to point out something.
But to Fang Lanxin, all his accusations and slanders were utter nonsense!
Now it's a new society, women have long been liberated, and the three mountains weighing them down have long since disappeared.
She took over the Huo family at the age of nineteen, and over the years, she has been wholeheartedly devoted to the Huo family, making the Huo family's market value even higher. In every aspect, she has lived up to the Huo family's expectations, and she has a clear conscience!
Huo Zhenhong really didn't expect that Fang Lanxin could be so generous and indifferent in front of so many people.
"Sister-in-law, you're really getting more and more avant-garde."
Fang Lanxin naturally understood what Huo Zhenhong meant by those words.
She took Lu Chen's arm, smiled slightly at Huo Zhenhong, and said calmly, "My Huo family has always been at the forefront of the times. While other companies were still hesitating and observing, our Huo Group had already completed its internal reforms, and now it seems to be working very well. We have already gained a leading edge in the industry. Our products are not only in the high-end market of Hong Kong, but also have a place in the mid-to-high-end market internationally. This shows how important avant-garde thinking is. Fourth Uncle, don't you think so?"
"I……"
Huo Zhenhong gripped his wine glass tightly, staring intently at Fang Lanxin.
He had known for a long time that Fang Lanxin was a sharp-tongued woman, but he never expected that her sharp tongue would be so unpleasant to use on him!
He frowned deeply, gritting his teeth as he looked at Fang Lanxin: "What you said is very true, but it also comes with huge risks. I hope you have good luck!"
"We will definitely have good luck, but when it comes to reform, we don't rely on luck at all, but on strength and mindset!"
"I am very gratified and proud to have such a forward-thinking son!"
Fang Lanxin is going to carry Huo Qibang's sedan chair in front of everyone today.
She wanted the entire city of Hong Kong to understand that the current owner of the Huo Group was not Fang Lanxin, but Huo Qibang!
"You! You!"
Huo Zhenhong was so angry that he felt chest tightness and shortness of breath. He pointed at Fang Lanxin's nose but couldn't utter a single word for a long time.
But Fang Lanxin completely ignored his anger and simply walked towards Huo Qibang.
A slight smile played on her lips as she gently touched her wine glass to Huo Qibang's champagne glass: "Congratulations, Mr. Huo."
"Happy birthday, Mom." Huo Qibang smiled slightly and, imitating Fang Lanxin, drank it all in one gulp.
He knew very well that Fang Lanxin said those things today to give him face and to put him in the spotlight.
He was grateful for Fang Lanxin's efforts, but he was also worried that she might run away.
The birthday banquet was very well done, and Fang Lanxin was very satisfied. When she blew out the candles, she even thanked God for giving her a second chance at life, so that she could erase all the mistakes that had bothered her in her previous life!
Just as the banquet was about to end, Huo Siya finally entered the room, carrying her suitcase and looking travel-worn.
"Happy birthday, Mom! The plane was delayed, but thankfully I made it!"
Huo Siya opened her suitcase, took out her gift, and looked at Fang Lanxin with a smile.
"This is a piece of jewelry that I designed myself. I hope my mother likes it."
Seeing Huo Siya's hurried appearance, Fang Lanxin knew that she must have had a very tiring journey. Looking at the velvet box that Huo Siya carefully handed over, she couldn't describe the feeling in her heart.
In her previous life, such a scene would never have happened, because most of the time Fang Lanxin would prepare gifts for her and make sacrifices for her.
However, now...
Looking at the velvet box, Fang Lanxin's feelings were incredibly complicated.
She took the box anyway, opened it, and found an emerald necklace inside. A slight smile appeared on her lips: "Thank you, I love it."
"Mom, I miss you so much."
Huo Siya mustered her courage and suddenly hugged Fang Lanxin.
She really misses her mother and this home.
After leaving home and venturing out into the world, Huo Siya realized that the outside world was both incredibly vast and incredibly small, since no one loved her more than her family.
Fang Lanxin simply patted Huo Siya's shoulder gently, without saying anything else, and just smiled tenderly.
Finally, today's birthday banquet has come to a successful conclusion.
Huo Qibang originally thought Fang Lanxin would stay, but unexpectedly, Fang Lanxin chose to return to her villa on the hillside.
"Is Mom too tired today?" Huo Siya raised an eyebrow and looked at Huo Qibang. "Why do I feel like Mom's mood isn't quite right?"
Huo Qibang had already sensed this before. He sat on the sofa, feeling depressed: "It's highly likely that Mother and Second Master's matter is about to be settled. Ya Ya, what do you think?"
"What?" Huo Siya looked at Huo Qibang in disbelief: "Mother and Guan Yu?"
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