Chapter 688: Chapter 687: 687, the first gold medal female lawyer?

“Alright then, we’ll do it your way. But you should notify Da Huang first, just so he doesn’t blame us later.”

“Okay.”

A little while later, Huo Jingshen explained the situation in the WJY WeChat group, “Due to my wife’s ill health, we can only return to Nancheng on the 10th.”

Chu Xiuhuang only responded with two words, “Ha ha.”

The rest of the group naturally cracked a few jokes.

Su Wanwan was still oblivious to the fact that she was being sold out.

Her husband’s sudden arrival, especially during this period when she was not feeling well, warmed her heart.

That night, they arrived at the hotel and gave Zhao Qianqian quite a fright as they entered the room.

After packing her suitcase, Su Wanwan left with Huo Jingshen, trailing behind him like a little puppy.

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The next day, while the teachers and classmates woke up early to catch a flight, she slept until she woke up naturally. When she woke up, Huo Jingshen drove her around Jiangxin Island for a fun day out.

During the previous filming, she hardly had the chance to appreciate the scenery, spending most of her time running around with the crew, worrying about everything and exhausting herself.

Now, without any worries and with her husband taking care of everything, all Su Wanwan needed to do was to follow him and enjoy the trip, which felt both comforting and reassuring.

After two days of fun, Su Wanwan contacted Yan Shunhua as soon as they returned to the villa in the afternoon of the 9th.

“Auntie Yan, are you free tonight? My husband and I would like to invite you to dinner.”

Over the past two days, Yan Shunhua had not contacted her. Being a big director, she was probably busy with work, and Su Wanwan didn’t want to interrupt.

However, they would be returning home the next day, and to express gratitude for Yan Shunhua’s previous care, Su Wanwan felt it was necessary to treat her to a meal.

Who would have thought…

Yan Shunhua: “I’m sorry, Wanwan, but I’ve already left.”

She left?

That fast?

Su Wanwan quickly asked, “Where are you now?”

“I’m in Beijing, I’m taking a flight back to America tonight.”

“Alright then, next time you are in the country, get in touch. My husband and I definitely want to take you out to dinner.”

Yan Shunhua sent a smiling face, “There is no need to be so courteous.”

Setting down her phone just as Huo Jingshen emerged from the bathroom, “What did she say?”

“She said she’s already in Beijing and she’s flying back to America tonight. I should have contacted her yesterday.” Su Wanwan pouted.

“That’s fine. We can wait till next time.” said Huo Jingshen as he started to pack.

Su Wanwan remained lying on the bed and checked Weibo.

The top trend was “Chu Family’s Reunion Banquet”.

Last night, on the 8th, the Chu Family booked the entire second floor of Huashang Restaurant and arranged a banquet with almost a hundred tables.

The Chu Family is different from the other major families in Nancheng. They’ve always been understated, with the exception of Chu Xiuhuang. For many years, the Chu Family has always been perceived as scholarly. Their news was typically academic and positive.

This time, they diverged from their usual austerity and hosts a lavish reunion banquet. The star of the show was a young girl who had just turned five.

There were two agendas for the reunion.

The first was to officially announce that the Chu family had finally found their great-granddaughter, Chu Luoluo, who was five years old.

The second was to announce that Chu Xiuhuang was to marry Shi Huan, Luoluo’s biological mother and his secretary of five years, on the 20th of May in a month’s time.

The Chu Family’s unified public statement was that the couple had been together for six years already and were only making up for their lack of a wedding ceremony.

So, the headlines of major media outlets were immediately dominated by the reunion banquet.

“Husband and child, buy one get one free! The Fire Emperor’s love life and career are both thriving!”

“Chu’s eldest grandson secretly married for six years, their fairy tale love story leaving others green with envy.”

“The woman who saved the Milky Way!”

And so forth…

Such headlines were overwhelming.

At the reunion banquet, except for Shi Huan who couldn’t attend due to the need to recover from injuries in the hospital, and Huo Jingshen who was accompanying his wife on Jiangxin Continent, all of the other brothers showed up with their families in tow.

The elderly patriarch of the Chu family not only invited friends and relatives, but also many well-known figures from the literary world.

In short, this reunion banquet was a major gathering in Nancheng’s high society.

At noon, Grandpa Chu gave a speech.

The old man, dressed in a black, gold-bordered silk robe and round-topped felt hat, looked healthy and vibrant with a healthy complexion, and spoke with fluency and authority. As for the audience below the stage…

“Congrats, Second brother.”

“Chu Er, when are you planning to have the wedding?”

“You’re going to be a married man.”

“No, you’re going to be a dad, hahaha.”

Doting father, Chu Xiuhuang, holds his five-year-old baby girl. For today, he’s dressed atypically in a sharp suit, looking handsome yet devilish.

Hearing his friends’ teasing, his lips curl into a wicked smile, “I know you’re all dripping with envy. Go ahead and express it. Then, just send a red envelope to Luoluo when you’re done.”

“Do we have to give red envelopes at this kinship banquet?” Someone immediately protests.

“Right. Save it for your daughter’s birthday.”

“Don’t be so petty! Today is a joyous day, let’s not bring money into our friendship!”

Chu Xiuhuang directly asks, “Luoluo, where’s your phone?”

Little Luoluo is also dressed up beautifully today. She’s wearing a red, slim-fitted mini-cheongsam with a matching designer bag slung over her shoulder. Her long, dark hair cascades down her shoulders, while her porcelain face appears even more delicate and dewy in contrast to her red dress. She looks coy and adorable.

Currently, she’s quietly held by her father, appearing refined and elegant. Even though she’s only five years old, she emanates a charm of a young girl.

Hearing Chu Xiuhuang’s words, she obediently pulls out a Peppa Pig themed children’s phone from her small bag.

Chu Xiuhuang raises his fingers, operates a few things on the phone, then says, “Let the uncles scan it.”

Little Luoluo, blinking her beautiful big eyes, dutifully extends her phone forward.

Uncles, go ahead and scan it!

The crowd takes a look.

Holy hell!

It’s a WeChat money collection QR code.

That’s cutthroat!

It’s truly cutthroat!

Is this a kinship banquet?

This definitely feels more like a robbery banquet!

“Hurry up, no more chattering!”

After everyone pulls out their phones to scan the code, he gloats, “Don’t be trifled, once Huanhuan’s health improves, I plan to give Luoluo a few more younger brothers soon.”

The meaning behind his words being, in the future, there will be no shortage of times for them to give gifts.

Nangong Ci can only grumble, “Second brother, this is too abrupt. What about our fantasy football league, and the brotherhood we share? The eldest brother is married, you’re getting married too, and now your child is five years old…”

Lu Chenyu, standing by the side, silently scans the code and transfers tens of thousands.

Nangong Ci reassuringly pats his shoulder, “Little fourth, that’s generous of you. I know it’s painful for you to give away money. As a fanboy of your bromance, I too am feeling heartbroken. The world is full of fish, little fourth, try to see the bigger picture, there are plenty of good men.”

Lu Chenyu gives him a sidelong glance and walks away.

“Hey, don’t go.” Nangong Ci sighs, “Second brother, don’t you see how lonely little fourth appears, how desolate, how desolate…”

After the lengthy speech, Chu Xiuhuang was simply preoccupied with collecting red envelopes for Luoluo.

Only when the Chu family’s patriarch comes over to hold his great-granddaughter for the speech can Chu Xiuhuang finally take a break, settle into a sofa, alert Shi Huan about the spoils of the day, and take a few pictures to send to her.

Onstage, the grandfather and granddaughter, dressed in similar fashion, have photographers and the media going wild, and some even livestreaming the scene.

Chu Xiuhuang asks, [Sweetheart, don’t you see how adorable our daughter is?]

He’s already chosen to address her sweetly.

However, Shi Huan reacts more calmly, [She’s adorable.]

[As soon as the kinship banquet ends, I’ll rush back to be with you. Sweetheart, I’ve just collected hundreds of thousands in red envelopes for our daughter. Aren’t I awesome? Hurry and kiss me.]

Shi Huan: “…”

[Don’t be shy. We’re about to be married. Right now, I just want you to recover fully so you can experience what true marital bliss is.]

This time Shi Huan doesn’t even respond.

Just as Chu Xiuhuang begins to snicker, suddenly,

“Now that the kinship banquet is done, when will you handle the person you brought over?”

Chu Xiuhuang looks up to see Lu Chenyu sitting next to him, his gaze accusing, his tone full of resentment.

“Are you talking about the little princess?” Chu Xiuhuang raises an eyebrow, “Hasn’t she resigned yet?”

“No.”

“Damn!” Chu Xiuhuang exclaims in surprise.

He thought Mo Weiyi, being as delicate as she was, surely couldn’t handle the hardship. Who would have thought she’s already been interning at the law firm for two weeks?

“Alright.” Chu Xiuhuang slaps his best bud’s shoulder, “In that case, you might as well mentor her properly. Who knows, in no time, she might become your star protégé, take over your mantle, and become Nancheng’s number one female lawyer!”

Lu Chenyu: “…”

Applause breaks out.

Chu Xiuhuang immediately gets up, “I have to go and make a speech. Good luck.”

Lu Chenyu is once again left speechless: “…”

After Chu Xiuhuang’s departure, he picks up his wine glass, pours himself a drink, and sips alone.

Not far away, a gossip reporter captures this entire scene and posts it online.