Gu Huainan's invitation caused a stir among more than half of the major families in Jiangzhou City.
The Lin, Lu, and Fan families were naturally among those invited.
Lu Zhengming couldn't get away from it and didn't want to meet the Fan family in that kind of setting.
He simply tossed the invitation on the table and ignored it.
Qin Fengying was worried that because of the many family matters that had happened recently, she would be pestered by those wealthy ladies and kept asking her endless questions.
Looking at the entire Lu family, besides Lu Han, the only ones who could go are the two sisters, Lu Baozhi and Lu Baofei.
"Han'er's banquet dress is a bit too tight. In a few days, Mom will take you to have two sets made. In a few months, you can wear it to your coming-of-age ceremony."
Looking at her son's uneven head, Qin Fengying felt a pang of heartache.
She wished the centipede-like scars could be transferred to her own body, so that she, as the mother, could suffer them in place of her son.
After finishing his phone call in the study, Lu Zhengming came to the living room with a gloomy face.
The people he hired couldn't find anything, and even asked him if he was being overly sensitive lately because of work.
In today's society, anyone with a brain wouldn't risk getting arrested by doing something like kidnapping and extortion.
Furthermore, if Mr. Lu suspects that his son was assaulted in a hotel entertainment venue, he should first contact the hotel, retrieve the surveillance footage, and call the police to resolve the issue.
Lu Zhengming was speechless.
He only investigated secretly because he didn't want to embarrass his son!
If we call the police and publicize the matter, and if something is actually found out, the Lu family will at least have a legitimate claim.
If they can't find out anything, wouldn't the Lu family offend both the Gu and Lin families at the same time?
It's important to know that the Lin family's daughter and his son have a close relationship, and Lu Zhengming doesn't want to ruin his son's marriage because of something he's not sure about.
It was common knowledge in Jiangzhou City that the eldest son of the Gu family was pursuing the only daughter of the Fan family.
Recently, the Fan family has been far ahead in the business world, and has been relentlessly pursuing and blocking the Lu family's major partners. The Lu Group is already in a precarious situation, and he would not be foolish enough to dig another trap for himself.
Looking at his tall and upright son, Lu Zhengming spoke earnestly.
"I've asked around, and the second son of the Gu family just landed a new project. The research firm gave it extremely high marks in terms of competitiveness and future market share!"
"Son, don't worry. Once your and Mengmeng's jewelry brand is finalized, Dad will definitely throw you a banquet, even more grand than the Gu family's!"
After saying this, he suddenly remembered Lu Yi's all-seeing eyes.
That brat, it would be so much better if he just stayed at the Lu family's house!
What Dad can give Lu Han, he will give to you sooner or later. Why are you in such a hurry and have things come to this point with the family?
Lu Baozhi happened to be planning to meet Fan Huijun, and after seeing the invitation, she had an idea.
“Dad, you and my second sister have to entertain clients, so you probably won’t be able to go. Why don’t I go with Han’er? That way you can rest assured.”
She could protect Lu Han and give him pointers from the sidelines, and also use that occasion to get closer to Fan Huijun, which was a win-win situation.
...
The Gu family was as lively as if it were Chinese New Year.
Gu Keke changed her usual cartoonish image from the non-human world, put on light makeup, and wore a tailor-made fitted long dress.
Both brothers were so amazed by her that they were speechless for a moment.
"Hmph, I'm here to support my second brother today. Second brother, how about that? Isn't that giving you face?"
Gu Huainan straightened his tuxedo, stretched out his arms, and looked even more like a flamboyant pink butterfly.
"My sister, the most beautiful woman in Jiangzhou, you are the center of attention..."
The brother and sister kept chatting and joking around.
Gu Huaibei came to the backyard with his phone in hand, his voice so gentle it gave people goosebumps.
"Jun Jun, I've already invited all the big clients you want to talk to to the banquet. You can just take them with you!"
"Miss Fan, what are you saying? As long as it's your business, I, Gu Huaibei, would gladly die for you... Alright, see you in ten minutes!"
Cater to their preferences and share their concerns!
Gu Huaibei finally figured out Fan Huijun's temperament.
Seeing him pick up his car keys and leave, Gu Huainan said, "Brother, there are still two hours before the banquet starts. Where are you going?"
"I won't be late!"
Gu Huaibei waved his hand and got into the car without looking back.
"Big brother is a heartless scoundrel, I don't like him anymore!"
Gu Keke's full, moist lips twitched, and she turned and went back upstairs.
...
After finishing her call with Lu Yi, Liang Shiyue knew he was busy, so she immediately called Lin Xiaoya.
"Xiaoya, I just found a really good restaurant. Shall we go try it later?"
Lin Xiaoya glanced at Lin Yuan behind her and lowered her voice.
"Xiaoyue, I'm so sorry, I have some last-minute plans today and can't accompany you... Send me the shop information first, and I'll treat you another day!"
She didn't know what had gotten into Lin Yuan, who suddenly said she wanted to take her to a dinner party.
You should know that Lin Yuan never told her where she was going before, let alone took her with her.
This time, however, Lin Yuan not only brought a professional makeup artist to do Lin Xiaoya's makeup, but also personally bought her several of the latest dresses and made her try them on one by one.
If she hadn't been changing her dress in her room, she wouldn't have dared to answer the phone in front of Lin Yuan.
"Xiaoya, Lu Yi is busy, and you're busy too. I'm the only one with nothing to do. I'm so depressed!"
Liang Shiyue complained listlessly.
Lin Xiaoya's heart skipped a beat for no reason. "You mean Lu Yi is busy too? What is he busy with?"
Liang Shiyue muttered, "Who knows him? He even solemnly told me not to go around on my own, so I asked you to go with me..."
"What are you doing hiding in there! Get out here right now!"
Lin Yuan knocked on the door loudly.
"Good girl, Yue'er. I'll text you once I'm done here. I have to go now!"
Lin Xiaoya hid her phone in her bag, deliberately disheveled her clothes, and hurriedly opened the door, "Auntie, I..."
"Don't call me auntie anymore. Didn't I tell you to call me godmother from now on?"
"You're just as stupid as your mother! This evening gown is off-the-shoulder, and you practically pulled it up over your head. It looks awful!"
Lin Yuan roughly pulled her skirt down, her face full of disgust.
Seeing her shapely figure and the large expanse of her fair skin exposed, coupled with her pitiful expression, Lin Yuan gritted her teeth in hatred and suddenly pinched her waist.
"Godmother..."
Lin Xiaoya winced in pain but dared not cry out, nervously backing away.
Lin Yuan pinched her delicate chin and slapped her on her flawless face.
"Let me tell you, Lin Xiaoya, you're just a piece of trash abandoned in an orphanage, unloved by your parents. I'm the one who picked you up and raised you as my goddaughter..."
"If you dare to let it slip in public, you can forget about going to university. I'll lock you in this house and turn it into your grave!"
Lin Xiaoya nodded timidly, "I understand, godmother!"
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