Chapter 238: Chapter 239: How About Having a Child
Naturally, the attendees showed respect for the Gu family of South City. That day, November nth—the unofficial Singles' Day—marked the anniversary of Xia Yangyang's breakup with her childhood sweetheart of ten years. She had felt devastated at the time. Now, however, as she looked at the man driving beside her, she realized that destiny is unpredictable, like a box of chocolates; you never know what you'll get.
"Why are you staring at me? Do you think your husband is particularly handsome today?" Gu Qichen teased.
Xia Yangyang snapped back to reality. Over the past few days, she had moved back into Maple Villa. While they had reconciled, a lingering tension remained. The name Gu Zhaohan hung between them like a ticking time bomb, unresolved but tacitly ignored. Xia Yangyang knew it would eventually explode.
"Uncle Gu, don't flatter yourself. Accept your age gracefully."
"Xia Yangyang, I'm only twenty-eight!"
"Twenty-eight is old enough."
Gu Qichen frowned, silent for a moment before saying, "Then let's have a child. Waiting longer means having a child later in life."
Xia Yangyang was instantly on high alert. Lately, the elder Gu had been subtly, and not so subtly, urging them to have a child, even sending tonic medicine. She was exasperated. Quickly changing her tone, she said, "Young Master Gu, you're young and should prioritize your career. As the ancients say, 'establish a career before starting a family.' Let's not rush into this."
"It's 'start a family before establishing a career'," Gu Qichen corrected lightly.
"Young Master Gu, Baby Gu—you're still young! Let's not rush, okay?" Her rapid shift in tone amused him.
They soon arrived at the Caesar Hotel, where a waiter greeted them. After exiting the car, Xia Yangyang and Gu Qichen proceeded to the top-floor banquet hall.
Caesar International Hotel was the most luxurious hotel in the city. Inside, it felt like a palace, opulent and resplendent. Many guests were already gathered in the ballroom, the air filled with perfume and the clinking of glasses. Crystal lights shimmered, casting a soft glow. As the main guests, Xia Yangyang and Gu Qichen immediately attracted attention.
Xia Yangyang wore a simple white dress, light makeup enhancing her naturally fair skin. Her hair shone, her lips were ruby red, and her teeth pearly white—a vision like Snow White. Gu Qichen, in a suit, exuded exceptional charisma. Together, they were a perfectly matched prince and princess. Initially walking behind him, Gu Qichen slowed his pace, took her arm, and they entered together.
Most guests had arrived, including Xia Liangdong, the elder Gu, and Liu Ruyan.
Seeing them, Liu Ruyan said, "Yangyang, you're the star of the evening! Being this late is inconsiderate."
Before Xia Yangyang could respond, Gu Qichen smoothly replied, "My meeting ran late. Besides, today is Yangyang's birthday, so her wishes take precedence. Isn't that right, Aunt Liu?"