That quiet and solemn cemetery welcomed its busiest day in history.
No one in charge of the cemetery, big or small, expected that this place, which is most taboo for the rich, would become a grand gathering for big shots and tycoons.
Representatives from the four powerful families of Jiangzhou—Gu, Lu, Fan, and Lin—have all been sent.
The parking lot around the cemetery was filled with luxury cars; one might mistake it for a car enthusiast's car showroom.
They were dressed in somber black suits, holding white and yellow chrysanthemums, some followed by staff carrying wreaths...
Liang Shiyue and her mother, as Lu Gensheng's family members, stood together beside Lu Yi.
The mother and daughter were stunned by the sight.
"Mom, even when Uncle Lu passed away, there weren't this many people..."
"Don't talk nonsense. Have these people come to the wrong place?"
"How could this be? Look over there is the Gu family, over there is the Fan family, and there are also the Lu and Lin families. Why is the Wang family here too?"
Liang Shiyue kept rubbing her eyes as she looked at the inscription on the wreath.
Just pretend you misread it!
It took Liang Shiyue's mother a while to recover. Looking at the wreaths placed beside her, she murmured, "The Huo family? When did Lu Yi make so many friends!"
"The Huo family? I've never heard Lu Yi mention them before..."
Liang Shiyue frowned deeply and shook her head.
After Lu Yi partnered with the Gu family, his reputation soared.
Perhaps these people only came because of the Gu family's influence.
"Mom, apart from Uncle Lu's few old acquaintances, we don't know most of them. No matter who tries to chat us up, we shouldn't say anything!"
She gave her mother some words of advice, still worried.
"You don't need to tell me that. On the contrary, you've never seen such a grand scene before. Don't embarrass Lu Yi later."
Ms. Liang looked slightly nervous, but after teasing her daughter, she secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Logically speaking, she is not qualified to stand in this position.
But with two children, she was the only parent left, and she couldn't bear to see Lu Yi deal with this situation alone.
...
The small house where Lu Gensheng used to live is now inhabited by two young people.
Upon seeing Lu Yi, the two men immediately stepped forward and respectfully greeted him as "Third Brother."
Lu Yi took off his sunglasses, turned his head to look at the fully packed parking lot outside the cemetery, and said, "Tell the leaders that if these cars are in the way, they can all be moved!"
"Third Brother, the leaders know that today is the 49th day after Mr. Lu's death, and they have already asked us to post notices to guide other visiting family members to park in nearby parking lots."
One of them, who looked a bit quick-witted, immediately answered.
The mourning room was packed, and various bouquets and supplies had to be placed outside the door, forming two long lines to welcome guests.
The three siblings of Gu Huainan also specially dressed in black today. After bowing to Lu Gengsheng's portrait, they stood side by side with Lu Yi.
Gu Keke affectionately took Liang Shiyue's hand and called out to her mother, "Auntie."
"I am Gu Keke. I have met Sister Xiaoyue a few times. I didn't expect to run into her here again."
Mrs. Liang nodded politely, "Ah, hello, Miss Gu."
Liang Shiyue lowered her eyes and her face darkened.
Why is the backup option here too?!
They're still standing next to me. Are they blatantly trying to steal my seat?
"Sister Xiaoyue, look! My sister-in-law looks so special today! She rarely dresses like that. Look, my brother's neck is almost broken!"
Gu Keke felt both jealous and envious of Fan Huijun.
What she was jealous of was that ever since her older brother had decided on her, he rarely cared about her joys and sorrows.
What I envy is Fan Huijun, a single woman in her late twenties. Not only does she not have to marry an old man plagued by illnesses, but she is also pampered endlessly by her gentle older brother, Gu Huaibei...
She also wanted a boyfriend like her older brother, but she was too late.
The seat next to Lu Yi was taken.
Lin Xiaoya wore a pair of limited-edition designer ankle boots, paired with a light-colored Chanel mini skirt suit, and carried a metal chain bag over her shoulder.
He stood out from the crowd of dark figures.
This attracted many young men to glance at her.
Who is this?
"I know all the beautiful women in Jiangzhou, but I've never seen this one before."
"Did you see that? She just got out of the Lin family's car."
"The Lin family? The Lin family's only daughter isn't Lin Mengmeng. This isn't Lin Mengmeng at all..."
Amidst the chattering and discussion, Lin Xiaoya walked gracefully towards Qin Fengying.
Qin Fengying was directing people to move the wreaths when she heard Lu Han clear her throat. She turned around and her face immediately fell.
"Ms. Lin, my son has mentioned breaking up with you. Please have some self-respect."
Even though many people were looking this way, Qin Fengying showed no mercy to Lin Xiaoya.
Looking at the composed Lin Xiaoya, Lu Han repeatedly tugged at Qin Fengying's sleeve, "Mom, keep your voice down, so many people are watching!"
Qin Fengying shoved Lu Han's hand away and snorted, "My son hasn't seen you, and you still have the nerve to come to a place like this to block people. Don't you know anything about shame!"
In her eyes, Lin Mengmeng was the apple of the Lin family's eye.
Lin Xiaoya is nothing more than a substitute that the wicked woman Lin Yuan found to disgust the Lu family.
How could such an ordinary girl of unknown origin be worthy of her son?
Lu Han said with a headache, "Xiao Ya, don't mind her, my mom..."
"I don't care what happens to your mother, Lu Han, what do you have to say?"
Lin Xiaoya glanced disdainfully at Qin Fengying's face, a smirk playing on her lips, and looked at Lu Han.
This scene piqued the interest of the onlookers.
"Young Master Lu is quite something! He's flirting with Lin Mengmeng over there, and he's also dating someone else here!"
"Madam Lu's attitude towards this girl suggests she's not a good person."
"It's good enough that someone would be interested in a fake young master who's so frivolous. Madam Lu is being picky."
"Haven't you heard? Madam Lu treats this fake young master like a treasure!"
Lin Xiaoya remained unfazed by the incomprehensible comments.
Lu Han scratched his head in distress, "Mom, didn't we agree that I would handle it myself? Xiaoya, I keep my word, don't worry..."
Qin Fengying made an appointment to withdraw the money.
I was supposed to go today.
Unexpectedly, Qin Fengying received news that many people from Jiangzhou were coming to attend Lu Gengsheng's memorial service on the 5th and 7th of the month. She changed her mind and rushed over here in a hurry.
Qin Fengying understood the unspoken meaning in her son's words.
She glared at him, annoyed. "I'm going in first. Your sisters are in the car behind. When they arrive, you can go in with them!"
Lin Xiaoya's smile vanished instantly as she watched her leave.
He patted his bag and said, "Lu Han, your acting is terrible. Has no one ever told you that?"
"Let me be honest with you, whether you acknowledge me as your girlfriend or not is irrelevant to me!"
"From now on, you will say whatever I tell you to say. If you dare to talk nonsense, you'll be in trouble for at least three years. Think it over carefully!"
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