Rebirth! The Assassin's Revenge-Chapter 315: We Are Partners

Perhaps because Gu Ningyue’s surprise was too evident, Ling Tianyou couldn’t help but let out a light laugh: "If the profit wasn’t really good, do you think I would casually give away paintings worth millions to Mr. Chen?"

On the day of Gu Wanwan’s art exhibition, he bought two of the three famous paintings, one for profit and one to please her.

Thinking carefully, back then, although they were somewhat unfamiliar, it was actually a lot better compared to now.

At least, there wasn’t any insurmountable barrier between them.

But it’s okay, it’s not too late.

As long as he works hard, everything can be made right.

No matter how many tricks Chen Rui has, he’ll protect what’s his.

As long as during this time, Gu Ningyue doesn’t have any new misunderstandings, then he is confident he can keep her by his side.

"No wonder, I thought at the time you were just flaunting your wealth." Gu Ningyue also smiled, planning to ask Mr. Chen some questions after meeting him today.

Since last time when Mr. Chen saw through her identity and helped her break the curse, Gu Ningyue always felt Mr. Chen was a miraculous person.

Perhaps, before going to the U country, she might get some useful help from Mr. Chen.

This banquet is a perfect opportunity to avoid many unnecessary troubles.

After all, although Ling Tianyou said he wouldn’t investigate her further, there’s no guarantee he won’t find out accidentally that she has met Mr. Chen again.

Better seize this opportunity and ask.

"Knock-knock——"

"Come in."

The assistant walked in from outside, glanced at Gu Ningyue on the sofa, nodded slightly, then respectfully said to Ling Tianyou: "President Ling, the banquet hall has been rearranged, the important seats all have name indicators placed, do you think anything else needs to be added?"

Ling Tianyou thought for a few seconds, looked at the assistant and said, "Tell the servers in the banquet hall, at Young Madam’s seat only serve drinks, nothing with alcohol."

The assistant was stunned, although a bit puzzled, still did what Ling Tianyou said.

Gu Ningyue knew Ling Tianyou was being considerate of her injury but couldn’t help teasing: "Attending the banquet but unable to drink, I bet after today there’ll be rumors, I’m kind of scared!"

Ling Tianyou didn’t understand what she meant for a moment and asked back: "Scared of what?"

Gu Ningyue said: "I used to be able to drink, at such an important occasion with all the big figures present, but I didn’t touch a drop, maybe they’ll think I’m pregnant before marriage? Then, who knows, I might die even earlier."

Ling Tianyou frowned: "You’re talking nonsense, how could you die! With me here, no one can hurt you."

Gu Ningyue thought to herself, if you knew I’ve already died once you wouldn’t say that.

She was thinking this but looked at Ling Tianyou and asked: "Even if it’s Chen Rui, you wouldn’t let her hurt me?"

Ling Tianyou immediately nodded, responding very decisively: "Of course."

Gu Ningyue smiled, "I’m talking about now, not a year later."

If protection were delayed, what would be the point?

Even though she is more than capable of protecting herself.

But for some reason, she still wanted to hear an answer from Ling Tianyou.

Maybe this is the bad consequence brought by affection?

Things she could obviously do herself, still wanting to seek a touch of warmth and reliance from the other person.

Ling Tianyou was silent for two seconds: "I will, try my best."

He really wanted to say he could definitely do it, but he didn’t want to disappoint Gu Ningyue.

If a promise made couldn’t be fulfilled, he would rather not say it.

A trace of disappointment flashed in Gu Ningyue’s eyes but soon disappeared.

Even though she doesn’t know exactly why, whether it’s for the family or for feelings that Ling Tianyou is like this, but this answer somewhat made her sad.

Recalling how Ling Tianyou never hesitated to affirm her requests before, compared to today’s ’try my best’, it’s hard not to feel a difference.

Ling Tianyou sensed her small emotions, just about to explain, Gu Ningyue didn’t give him a chance: "It’s fine if you don’t protect me, I only ask that when I protect myself, you don’t hinder me for certain reasons."

Though she never experienced the legendary ’biased support’, it doesn’t mean she’s unaware of its power.

Ling Tianyou nodded, "As long as you don’t stir things up too much, I won’t stop you. Rest assured!"

Watching her suffer without being able to directly protect her already felt difficult, how could he go and block her last path?

No, he won’t. This he can guarantee.

Gu Ningyue responded lightly, continuing to look down at the magazine in her hands.

Half an hour later, there was another knock on the office door, Hua Ningcan’s voice came from outside, Gu Ningyue looked up at Ling Tianyou and said: "Shall I wait in the inner room for a while?"

At this time, it’s definitely about business.

As an ’unemployed person’, it’s better to avoid.

Ling Tianyou nodded, Gu Ningyue took the magazine and went into the inner room.

When Hua Ningcan pushed the door open, she smelled a faint lily fragrance.

Hua Ningcan showed a knowing smile but didn’t say much.

With delicate fingers, she placed the document in her hand on Ling Tianyou’s desk, looked at Ling Tianyou and said: "President Ling, President Lin has already come to me proactively, the cooperation has been pretty much discussed, here are the procedures and plans from their side, please take a look."

Ever since exiting Ling Tianyou’s office last time, a weight in her heart has been lifted.

Lin Cheng not only reached out to her actively but also provided some feasible plans, and the talks between them were quite pleasant.

Of course, as long as he didn’t indirectly invite her to dinner afterward.

Reciprocating with clients is allowed, but if one wants to develop feelings outside of work, Hua Ningcan always refuses.

Work is work, feelings are feelings, she does not want to mix them.

This is also one of the reasons why despite being by Ling Tianyou’s side for so long, she hasn’t revealed her true feelings.

Moreover, she always thought Ling Tianyou wouldn’t consider finding a partner for the next two years, so there was no rush.

Besides, she deeply felt she wasn’t worthy of Ling Tianyou.

The Ling family’s young master, famous in A City, she never imagined she would stand by his side.

Or rather, she didn’t dare to think about it.

She understood that once some things start, it is impossible to go back.

"This here, and here, reconsider these when you go back." Ling Tianyou marked several places with a red pen, handed the document back to Hua Ningcan: "We’re cooperating, not doing charity!"