Chapter 248: Grandpa, Little Su Has Come to the Capital
Factory Director Tian thought to himself, when people date, they whisper sweet nothings—yet here you two are, just peeling peanuts and sunflower seeds?!
But he soon noticed that all the peanut shells and seed husks were piled on Gu Chiyan’s side.
So it was all this silly boy’s doing!
Tsk tsk, and they’ve barely started—yet he’s already completely wrapped around her finger!
Well, makes sense. Su He was like a living briquette hive—anyone who met her would end up under her thumb!
Looking at Su He’s obedient, well-behaved appearance, Principal Chen couldn’t help but feel a trace of worry.
Did Little Gu not know this girl’s true nature?
Did he think she was just a simple, honest girl?
If the truth came out later, would he regret it?
While the two old men were lost in their own thoughts, Gu Chiyan smiled and said, “There’s a well-known restaurant nearby with very unique dishes. Let’s go sit there for a while.”
Originally, Principal Chen and Factory Director Tian didn’t want to go. One reason was that they weren’t very hungry; another was that this was a young couple dating—what were they doing tagging along?
Before, they had wanted to evaluate him, but now it seemed the real concern was whether Little Gu would get sold off by Su He!
Still, Gu Chiyan was sincere and invited them repeatedly, so they had no choice but to agree.
At the restaurant, just as Gu Chiyan had said, the dishes were distinctive and tasted excellent.
After they had eaten most of the meal, Principal Chen said with a smile, “Little Gu, because of her background, Little Su is quite strong-willed and wants to achieve something in life. After going through many hardships, her thinking is a bit more complex than most people’s. Do you mind that?”
Factory Director Tian thought to himself, as expected of an educated man—after all that talk, it just meant: do you mind marrying a schemer?
After hearing this, Gu Chiyan smiled and said, “Principal Chen, I understand what you mean. I don’t mind.
Extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures. Sometimes using small tactics is normal.
As long as she doesn’t break the law or violate moral principles, whatever she does, I will understand and support.”
Principal Chen finally relaxed.
This Little Gu was truly a good kid!
Factory Director Tian also nodded. No wonder Su He had taken a liking to him—he really had something going for him.
Su He pursed her lips in a smile and blinked at Gu Chiyan. The composed and eloquent Gu Chiyan instantly blushed, not knowing where to look.
Using the serving chopsticks, Su He picked up a few pieces of braised pork for him. “Eat more. You’ve gotten thinner since last time.”
“Mm.”
Gu Chiyan responded and lowered his head to eat.
Watching him act like an obedient little wife, Factory Director Tian felt speechless. Haven’t your roles reversed?!
He glanced at Principal Chen, thinking, you can stop worrying—this silly boy would probably still help count the money even after being sold off by Su He!
After dinner, Su He blinked and said, “Principal, Director, you two must be tired. Why don’t you go back to the guesthouse and rest first? I’ll head back a bit later.”
Principal Chen: “…”
Factory Director Tian: “…”
If you think we’re in the way, just say it!
After the two old men left, Su He and Gu Chiyan began strolling down the street.
Gu Chiyan looked straight ahead, his back stiff as a rod. There was at least half a meter between him and Su He.
Anyone who didn’t know better would think he was marching in formation, not walking with his girlfriend!
Su He blinked and moved a little closer to him.
Gu Chiyan’s body instantly tensed. If not for muscle memory, he might have started walking out of step.
Suppressing a laugh, Su He said, “Comrade Gu Chiyan, now that we’re in a relationship, calling each other like this feels a bit distant. Can I call you Chiyan from now on?”
Gu Chiyan paused, then nodded. “Okay. Then I… I’ll call you…”
He stammered for a while without finishing, so Su He smiled and said, “You can call me Little Su.”
“Mm, got it.”
In his heart, Gu Chiyan repeated “Little Su” several times. A sweetness bloomed within him like fresh sprouts breaking through the soil…
Before he could gather the courage to say it aloud, they had already reached the guesthouse.
“Chiyan, it’s getting late. You should head back.”
Gu Chiyan felt a pang of regret. If only they had walked slower.
“X-Little Su, our unit is off tomorrow. I’ll take you to see the major sights.”
Su He was surprised. “Isn’t tomorrow Wednesday? You have a day off?”
Gu Chiyan explained, “Our research institute is different from regular units, especially project teams. The schedule is more flexible.”
The team had been exhausted lately—it was time for a break. Sometimes relaxing could even lead to new ideas.
“I see. But I have official business tomorrow. How about we meet the day after?”
Gu Chiyan quickly nodded. “Alright, the day after.”
The project still had issues, so the team would have to keep working tomorrow!
“Oh right, Chiyan, our factory’s instant noodles haven’t officially launched yet. I specially brought you a few packs to try. Wait here, I’ll go upstairs to get them!”
After saying that, Su He ran off.
Gu Chiyan felt overjoyed.
Little Su carried instant noodles all the way here just to give them to me—she must really care about me!
She treats me so well!
Upstairs, Su He found Factory Director Tian. “Director, give me six packs of instant noodles. I’m giving them to Chiyan.”
Principal Chen said, “Little Su, just six packs? Isn’t that a bit too little?”
As she headed out, Su He replied, “I carried them all this way—that’s like sending goose feathers from a thousand miles away. The gift may be light, but the sentiment is heavy!”
Factory Director Tian snorted angrily. I was the one who carried them, alright?!
Back downstairs, Su He handed the net bag of instant noodles to Gu Chiyan, explained how to prepare them, and waved goodbye. “Chiyan, be careful riding back. See you the day after!”
Though reluctant, Gu Chiyan could only say, “Mm, X-Little Su, see you the day after.”
He retrieved his bicycle, but instead of returning to his dorm, he headed straight to the Gu residence.
The Gu family had just finished dinner. Old Master Gu was sitting in the courtyard, drinking tea.
Carrying the net bag, Gu Chiyan walked in.
Old Master Gu glanced at the bag and felt secretly pleased. This brat has grown up—he even thought to buy me something.
But he kept a stern face. “Why did you come back today?”
“Grandpa, let’s talk in the study.”
With his hands behind his back, Old Master Gu walked into the study.
Gu Chiyan set down the bag and said with a smile, “Grandpa, I’ve got good news. Little Su has come to the capital.”
At first, Old Master Gu didn’t react. “Little Su? Who’s Little Su?”
“Su He! My… my girlfriend!
She could have gone elsewhere on her business trip first, but she came to the capital just to see me.
And these instant noodles are from her factory—they haven’t even launched yet. She specially brought them for me.
An County is so far from the capital, and she carried them all the way here—it must have been so hard on her…”
