Ch. 361Meeting an Old Acquaintance of Su's Dad
Key Plot Points and Events
- Su's parents buy new outfits, including a casual set for Su's Dad and a loose dress for Su's Mom, as they prefer conservative clothing.
- Su Chen plans to buy more revealing qipaos for Lin Wanxue and Mu Ziqing to wear for his personal enjoyment.
- While out shopping, they encounter Guan Shaofan, an old acquaintance of Su's Dad, who tries to ingratiate himself with them.
- Guan Shaofan's wife arrives and invites them to lunch, claiming Guan Shaofan owes his success to Su's Dad.
Character Developments
- Su's Dad: Shows disinterest in Guan Shaofan, hinting at past resentment.
- Su Chen: Feels contempt for Guan Shaofan's insincere behavior and remembers his father's past kindness towards him.
- Guan Shaofan: Attempts to rebuild his relationship with Su's family, likely due to recognizing Su Chen's influence.
- Guan Shaofan's Wife: Initially aggressive towards Guan Shaofan, but switches to flattery upon seeing Su Chen.
Significant Themes
- Betrayal and ingratitude (Guan Shaofan's past actions towards Su's Dad)
- Recognition of power and influence (Guan Shaofan's change in behavior upon seeing Su Chen)
- Family bonds and loyalty (Su's family's unity and disregard for Guan Shaofan's insincerity)
Character Interactions
- Su's family (Su's Dad, Su's Mom, and Su Chen) display unity and coldness towards Guan Shaofan.
- Guan Shaofan attempts to ingratiate himself with Su's family, while his wife initially shows aggression towards him but later switches to flattery.