"That's right, Xiuxiu's full name is Su Xiu! She's the legitimate granddaughter of the Su family, a renowned lineage in Gu Dao. Her grandfather, Su Xingyan, is precisely the person you're looking for! Xiuxiu can take you to see her grandfather!"
Hua Yuxiao spoke frankly, but her heart felt a bit chaotic. Why hadn't Ling Feng mentioned their engagement at all?
"Oh, so you want to see my grandpa! Hehe."
Xiuxiu finally understood the details, and a sly, triumphant expression immediately appeared on her small face.
She wasn't surprised that Ling Feng would seek out her grandfather.
Although her grandfather's fame didn't match that of the esteemed physician Elder Hua, he was still well-known in the realm of Gu Dao. Many people of considerable status and importance visited him daily seeking an audience.
It wasn't unusual for an extraordinary person like Ling Feng to come and pay his respects.
However, Xiuxiu knew that her grandfather rarely met outsiders.
If Ling Feng were to beg her, the outcome would naturally be different.
But there was no such thing as a free favor; Ling Feng would have to pay something, wouldn't he? Hehe...
Just thinking about it made her feel very happy.
"Yes, I have some matters I wish to inquire about with your grandfather."
Looking at Xiuxiu's mischievous smile, Ling Feng had a premonition of something amiss.
"Alright! No problem!" Xiuxiu agreed very readily.
This, however, made Ling Feng frown even more deeply.
On the side, Lin Shuainan, seeing the two chatting enthusiastically, could only mutter to himself with a dejected expression: "Damn it! They've already recognized you as their boss, and you're still so ruthless, meeting the parents so quickly. Ling Feng, you're not being fair..."
Even more tragically, Lin Shuainan's words were completely ignored.
"Speak, what do you want me to do?"
Before Xiuxiu could speak, Ling Feng proactively asked.
"Hehe, you're so perceptive! Weren't you very cold before? Very aloof?"
Xiuxiu said with a smug look.
Ling Feng could only roll his eyes helplessly.
"Hehe, Ling Feng, I want you to accompany me shopping. If your companionship is satisfactory and makes me happy, I will generously take you to see my grandfather!"
Xiuxiu didn't beat around the bush and directly stated her condition.
Shopping! This... was indeed a great challenge for Ling Feng!
But being able to directly contact a descendant of the Su family was a significant temptation for Ling Feng, and he had to agree to this condition.
"No! Xiuxiu, this is absolutely not permissible. As your partner, we haven't even had a date yet. How can I let you go shopping with another man!?"
Lin Shuainan suddenly jumped out, speaking righteously.
He then turned to Ling Feng with a long, drawn-out face: "Brother, you're not being fair. You're pursuing Hua Yuxiao, so don't set your sights on my woman, alright?"
"Lin Shuainan, who is your woman! I'm asking Ling Feng to accompany me shopping, not for a date. What are you getting so worked up about!"
Xiuxiu's anger was easily ignited by Lin Shuainan.
Ling Feng, however, felt a stir in his heart: "I can accompany you shopping, but I'm not used to carrying bags for others. I think Lin Shuainan is very suitable."
Lin Shuainan's eyes lit up upon hearing this. Just as he raised his elbow to nudge Ling Feng, he was dodged by Ling Feng.
Seeing this, Lin Shuainan didn't mind. He just quietly said to Ling Feng: "Hehe, Brother, you're a good one! Truly considerate, thanks!"
Turning around, Lin Shuainan immediately put on a pitiful look, his double eyelids blinking incessantly, his gaze at Xiuxiu filled with melancholy and misery.
"Ugh, don't look at me with that expression! ...Alright, I'll give you the chance to carry the bag!"
Xiuxiu truly couldn't stand Lin Shuainan's gaze, goosebumps erupting all over her. She could only agree.
As the three of them left, Hua Yuxiao slowly tightened her grip on the envelope.
Looking at Ling Feng's retreating back, she bit her lip lightly, a bitter smile appearing on her lips.
"Did Grandpa not explain the betrothal to him? Or is he deliberately pretending not to know?"
Hua Yuxiao's already flustered heart felt a surge of defeat.
After all, no man had ever been so indifferent to her.
Today, two had appeared in succession...
That's right, two.
One, Lin Shuainan, had immediately shifted his affections!
And the other, Ling Feng, had no admiration for her whatsoever, only approaching her to find the Gu Dao lineage.
The assessment for bodyguard candidates continued. However, Hua Yuxiao felt that it was becoming difficult to find a suitable person.
This was because Ling Feng had already raised the bar too high!
This move had indirectly struck down all the men who wanted to pursue Hua Yuxiao through the bodyguard selection!
"I told you to accompany me shopping, why are you still coming to the company?"
"My friend is waiting for me!"
Facing a very displeased Xiuxiu, Ling Feng's attitude remained unenthusiastic.
"Hmph, sounds nice, but in the end, it's still to see a woman. Food and sex are natural desires! You're not a good person either. Is that woman your girlfriend?"
Xiuxiu said angrily, looking at Tang Ru waiting in the distance!
She had originally intended to use this opportunity to thoroughly boss Ling Feng around.
She hadn't expected that the boss would still be the boss; Ling Feng, despite needing a favor, hadn't changed his arrogant demeanor.
Just thinking about it made her stomach churn with anger.
Tang Ru had been waiting downstairs for a long time and was already anxious. Seeing Ling Feng return with another beautiful woman, she scolded him with a mix of shyness and anger:
"Weren't you going up for a bodyguard interview? Why did you come back from outside with that young lady? When did you leave?"
"I don't need to explain myself to you." Ling Feng spoke sparingly, his demeanor extremely domineering.
Tang Ru was left speechless: "You... Hmph, I'm going to call Lin Siqi!"
This time, Ling Feng completely ignored Tang Ru.
"Brother!" Yang Fei stopped behind Ling Feng, like a shadow.
"Mm, her name is Su Xiu, she's the legitimate granddaughter of the old patriarch of the Su family."
Ling Feng casually introduced her to Yang Fei.
Yang Fei couldn't help but be taken aback. Had his boss gone out for a brief moment and already settled the matter?
Tang Ru finally came to her senses, realizing that Ling Feng hadn't gone out to fool around but to handle important business.
"Alright, now that you've picked her up, can you accompany me shopping?"
Xiuxiu had already understood Ling Feng's attitude towards Tang Ru and felt even more that Ling Feng was truly aloof, a coldness that applied to all women.
After all, Tang Ru before her was also an exceptionally beautiful woman.
She had initially planned to get to know this man better through this shopping trip. Now, it seemed completely unnecessary.
Because it would be a futile effort.
"Hehe, hello to both of you, I'm Lin Shuainan, and Xiuxiu is my woman."
Lin Shuainan, acting familiar, stepped forward to strike up a conversation with Yang Fei and the other, shamelessly introducing himself.
Yang Fei was stunned. The hand he had extended for a handshake stopped midway when he saw Xiuxiu slap the back of Lin Shuainan's head. She put her hands on her hips and said, "Who is your woman? Lin Shuainan, I'm telling you, if you keep talking nonsense, don't follow me anymore! Hmph!"
"Hehe, she's shy, she's shy..."
Lin Shuainan scratched the back of his head where he'd been hit, grinning through the pain as he explained.
Watching the two bickering like chickens and dogs, Yang Fei's forehead was covered in dark lines.
Tang Ru's perception of reality was further challenged by Lin Shuainan's bizarre behavior.
The group headed towards the most prosperous commercial district in Miao Jiang City. All the way, Lin Shuainan's mouth didn't stop moving.
He chatted with Ling Feng, calling him "Brother" repeatedly, as if they were very close.
Ling Feng had gradually grown accustomed to Lin Shuainan's chatter, quietly listening without showing any annoyance.
This greatly surprised Yang Fei, who looked at Lin Shuainan with a completely different expression.
"To recognize Heavenly Venerate as Big Brother upon their first meeting, this Lin Shuainan is no ordinary person!"
Tang Ru leaned closer to Xiuxiu: "Your boyfriend talks a lot."
"Aiya, I already said he's not my boyfriend. He, he's just a lunatic!"
Xiuxiu was too exhausted to explain anymore. This matter couldn't be clarified...