When the others saw Gu Nian'an approach the people from Yasheng, they quietly observed the interactions between him and Zhao Yali.
The three seemed very familiar with one another.
They all began considering working with them. They had heard of Yasheng Company long ago.
Although its standing was not much compared to theirs, given how familiar the three were and the exceptional invitation they had received,
there would be no harm in working together.
They also saw that although Fu Xiuyuan had not approached, his gaze remained quietly fixed on the young man, his eyes full of tenderness. Presumably, he would remember their gesture as well.
Gu Nian'an shifted his gaze to Yu Songqing and asked gently, "How have you been lately, Songqing?"
Yu Songqing paused briefly before replying, "Everything... has been fine."
Although his answer was that everything was fine, the pause in his voice told Gu Nian'an that things had indeed happened.
But he merely smiled softly without pressing further. After the three chatted for a while longer, people came over to speak to them.
Zhao Yali casually nudged Yu Songqing forward. He gave a slight nod, understanding his mother's meaning, and walked toward those people to join their conversation.
Watching Yu Songqing converse confidently with the others, Zhao Yali simply smiled with gratification.
Suddenly, the person beside her gave her arm a gentle tug, and she turned to look.
The young man was looking at her apprehensively. "Auntie, could we talk somewhere else?"
Zhao Yali paused briefly, but nodded and followed him.
The evening breeze brushed past, carrying the fragrance of flowers. The two found a quiet corner of the garden and sat down.
Zhao Yali looked at the young man questioningly, as though waiting for him to speak.
After struggling for a long time, Gu Nian'an