vstars Chapter 146 The Crown Prince's Sense of Ritual
Chapter 146 The Crown Prince's Sense of Ritual
Jiang Yubai raised his head and looked at his cousin, who was three years younger than him.
He had a tall and straight posture, delicate features, and a wild and unrestrained arrogance between his brows.
He is the rightful heir of the business family.
Almost no elder disliked him.
However, as a peer, Jiang Yubai felt nothing for him.
I neither like nor dislike it.
He responded softly, "Long time no see."
After exchanging pleasantries, Shang Shixu turned around and sat down next to his parents.
The old man in the main seat picked up his teacup, took a sip, and his gaze fell on his eldest grandson. Knowing full well what he was asking, he asked:
"Yu Bai, do you have a girlfriend?"
"no."
The old man spoke again.
"I heard from your dad that you've been single for the past few years. Has no girl caught your eye?"
Jiang Yubai thought to himself: Yes.
But thinking that if he replied, he would be questioned about the woman, he denied it directly.
"no."
Unexpectedly, the old man did not give up.
"You should go out more, make more friends, and maybe you'll find someone."
"Look at the timeline; he previously stated unequivocally that he would remain single for the rest of his life."
"And now?"
"When you're in a relationship, you're incredibly clingy."
Shang Shixu was playing on his phone when he was called out, and he raised an eyebrow helplessly.
Jiang Yubai was somewhat taken aback upon hearing this.
I heard from his father that Shang Shixu avoids contact with the opposite sex due to childhood trauma.
How could someone with such a personality be in a relationship?
For a moment, he wondered what kind of girl could tame him.
Jiang Yubai looked at his cousin across from him.
"Which family's daughter?"
Shang Shixu raised his phoenix eyes and said, "I'll introduce you to him at Grandpa's birthday banquet."
"it is good."
At that moment, the servant came in to announce that dinner was ready.
The group moved to the restaurant.
Everyone sat down and began to eat.
The old man talked about the arrangements for his birthday banquet at the end of the month while he ate.
Shang Mochen, Qiao Lan, and Shang Chengyi then joined the discussion.
Shang Shixu ate his meal slowly and deliberately, only responding briefly when they mentioned him.
With elders around, he didn't bother with the banquet arrangements.
Jiang Yubai was the most silent person at the entire dinner table.
He prefers to be alone and is unwilling to integrate into the extended family.
If it weren't for his mother telling him to come back before she died.
It is impossible for him to come to Haicheng from abroad and settle here.
Looking back now, he should thank his mother for that decision.
Because his destiny lies here.
If they don't come back, they'll have missed out.
As Jiang Yubai was thinking, his phone buzzed in his pocket.
I opened it, and it was a message from Jiang Wan.
[Teacher Jiang, are you home at 3 PM? I'll come over to deliver the painting.]
【exist】
Okay, see you this afternoon.
Just across the table, Shang Shixu was also texting Jiang Wan on his phone.
【Have you got a meal yet】
in the apartment.
After replying to Bai Mu, Jiang Wan opened the Shang Shixu dialog box.
Open your camera and take a picture of the spicy hot pot takeout in front of you to show him.
[Eating right now Ψ(￣∀￣)Ψ]
Shang Shixu's lips curved into a smile.
I need to go to the office this afternoon. I'll have the driver take you home.
【Uh-huh】
After the meal, everyone went about their own business.
Jiang Yubai arrived home before three o'clock.
After handing over the documents and passing the inspection, Jiang Wan left without lingering.
He wanted to keep the staff, but couldn't find a reasonable reason.
Now is not the right time to reveal your feelings.
At least we need to figure out her relationship status with that man first.
*
In the blink of an eye, Jiang Wan has been home for two days.
Early in the morning, the sun was high in the sky, but she was still dreaming.
The cell phone on the table suddenly vibrated.
She groped her way over, half-asleep, and squinted at me.
Caller ID: A reserved, brooding white goose
"Repressed and passionate" no longer suits him, but Jiang Wan was too lazy to change the nickname.
She answered, her voice hoarse and soft from sleep, "Brother..."
There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone.
Shang Shixu's cold voice carried a hint of unnaturalness, "Still not awake?"
Jiang Wan lazily turned over and stretched her legs out from under the summer blanket.
"You woke me up. You'd better have something important to do."
The business is keeping the details a secret.
Do you know what day it is today?
Jiang Wan froze, then blinked.
What day is it?
She glanced at the date on the screen.
July 17th is not a holiday.
"I have no idea......"
She lacked confidence.
A soft snort came from the other end. "I knew you wouldn't remember."
The Shang Shixu voice sounded mournful, then revealed the answer.
Today marks one month since we officially started dating.
Jiang Wan: ......
She has a really good memory.
Jiang Wan opened the calendar and tried to recall the events carefully.
It seems, probably, it appears that the relationship was confirmed on June 17th.
"I'm sorry... I didn't keep track of the date."
Shang Shixu knew she didn't like remembering these things, and didn't want to make things difficult for her.
"I've booked the rooftop garden restaurant for lunch. The driver will pick you up in a bit."
"it is good."
"See you at noon, I have to go now."
"Okay~"
After hanging up the phone, Jiang Wan sat up in bed and rubbed her face.
It feels like I've been talking to Shang Shixu for a long time, but looking back, we've only been dating for a month.
It was indeed her previous online relationship that gave her this illusion.
After washing up, Jiang Wan chose a retro red dress with lace trim from her wardrobe.
Strappy sandals accentuate the beautiful leg shape.
Her hair was styled into an elegant bun, and she wore a couple's bracelet on her wrist.
Her parents went out to buy groceries, and she told her younger brother what to do.
At 9:30 a.m., I boarded a special car sent by Shang Shixu and headed to the city center.
I sent him a message after I got on the bus.
【Set off! 】
Around noon, the car stopped in front of the Sky Garden restaurant.
Jiang Wan looked up at the towering glass building, filled with awe.
The receptionist at the door quickly came to greet us.
"Miss Jiang, is that right?"
"I am."
"This way, please."
Jiang Wan followed the staff through the lobby and onto the elevator.
The other party pressed the top button.
The elevator ascended rapidly, but thankfully she didn't have a fear of heights.
Dining in a place like this doesn't feel scary; instead, it feels novel.
The elevator quickly ascended to the top floor.
The door opened, and a bright and spacious view appeared before us.
Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows is the skyline of Haicheng, with the distant sea shimmering in the sunlight.
Jiang Wan discovered that there wasn't a single customer at any table on the entire floor.
There was a table in the best spot by the window.
Shang Shixu stood by the window.
A white designer shirt with the cuffs rolled up to the forearms, and a navy blue shawl tied loosely in a knot at the chest.
A red diamond rose brooch was pinned to the chest of her shirt.
She wore navy blue casual pants and a watch and a couple's bracelet on her wrist.
He exuded a sophisticated, old-fashioned style.
He gazed at her, a slight smile curving his thin lips.
He's so handsome he's confused.
Jiang Wan took a deep breath and calmed her wildly beating heart.
"elder brother."
Shang Shixu pulled out a chair for her.
Jiang Wan sat down, and soon the staff began to serve the dishes.
All the dishes were ordered in advance by the business, and each dish was as exquisite as a work of art.
Jiang Wan tasted them all and found them all to be quite delicious.
Halfway through the meal, music suddenly started playing in the hall.
It wasn't music from a stereo, but a live performance.
Jiang Wan looked in the direction of the sound and saw a small string orchestra standing on a stage not far away.
Just as she was about to admire it properly, Shang Shixu took out a box.
Open it, and inside lies a rose necklace adorned with red diamonds.
It harmonized remarkably well with the brooch he wore.
It also perfectly matches the retro little red dress that Jiang Wan is wearing today.
"Do you like it?" he asked.
Jiang Wan's dimples appeared. "I like it."
Shang Shixu took out the necklace, got up, walked around behind Jiang Wan, wrapped his arms around her neck, and put it on her.
Accompanied by melodious music, the atmosphere was sweet and pleasant.
He sat back down, and Jiang Wan asked, "Do you have any plans for this afternoon?"
"Of course."
Just as Shang Shixu was about to speak, Jiang Wan's phone rang.
The screen displays: Teacher Bai Mu.
The smile in the man's eyes suddenly turned cold.
Despite his death stare, Jiang Wan steeled herself and answered the call.