A few days passed in the blink of an eye. By the time they arrived at the Wan Family's old residence, the sky was gradually darkening.
The moment they entered the foyer, they could smell the wine and desserts wafting through the air. The food on the dining tables had been prepared by a first-rate team of chefs invited by the Wan Family. Every dish had been carefully made, and the mingling aromas were utterly tempting.
The banquet hall had clearly been meticulously decorated, with various sculptures arranged throughout.
The tableware and wineglasses were made of silver and crystal, displaying Wan Xufeng's considerable family wealth at every turn.
Many guests had already gathered in the banquet hall. The Wan Family had invited a great many people, from senior executives of established companies to the newly wealthy. They were exchanging pleasantries in small groups, and as the two newcomers entered, everyone cast assessing glances their way.
When Wan Xufeng saw Fu Xiuyuan and Gu Nian'an walking slowly into the hall, his eyes lit up with delight. He immediately set down his wineglass and approached them.
"Fu, you're here!" He reached out and patted the man's shoulder, then shifted his gaze to Gu Nian'an, his voice taking on a teasing note.
"Oh, you brought your better half along too."
Gu Nian'an blushed at his words and edged closer to the man beside him.
A hint of amusement flashed in Fu Xiuyuan's eyes. He drew the young man a little closer and said softly, "Don't tease him."
Wan Xufeng snorted with laughter. "Getting protective already, huh? Putting romance before friendship, Fu?"
Then he said casually to Gu Nian'an, "Make yourself at home, Nian'an. No need to be shy."
Gu Nian'an felt a tickle against his palm. Lowering his gaze, he saw that the