319: Chapter 319: Lin Guotai’s Gratification 319: Chapter 319: Lin Guotai’s Gratification Tangyu was generous enough to announce his relationship with Lin Feifei.
Lin Feifei herself didn’t know how to broach the subject, but Tangyu took the initiative and mentioned it, leaving her blushing uncontrollably, shyly wanting to hide herself.
Luckily, Uncle Cheng arrived at that moment.
When they returned home, Uncle Cheng went to the office to pick up Lin Guotai.
The housekeeper was preparing dinner in the kitchen.
After sitting in the living room for a while, Lin Feifei and Tangyu were pulled by Lin Feifei into the backyard.
On the hanging wicker chair, Lin Feifei affectionately snuggled into Tangyu’s embrace, her face overflowing with a blissful smile.
She finally felt the taste of love.
It was so sweet, so beautiful, so happy, and so miraculous.
Thinking about it, she found it somewhat incredible that, although they had been together for just over twenty days, this brief period had given her lengthy memories.
From initial indifference, to gradual emotion, to falling in love unwittingly, to breaking through that barrier…
Everything had changed very quickly, as naturally as water flows in a channel.
Reflecting on it now, Lin Feifei truly felt that fate was a wonderful thing.
Destiny is predetermined by heaven; there was no love at first sight, but there were touching moments that accumulated over time.
Even Lin Feifei couldn’t say exactly when or why she had fallen for Tangyu.
Perhaps, a girl’s feelings blossom more quickly.
Now thinking about it, Lin Feifei felt both shy and happy.
The setting sun cast a glow over the dusk, the autumn twilight was always so beautiful, intoxicating and enchanting to the soul.
“Tangyu, do you really like me?” Lin Feifei suddenly looked up and asked.
Tangyu glanced at her and pinched her nose, “Silly girl, of course, I like you.
Didn’t you ask me that yesterday?”
“Hehe, I just wanted to ask again.
You don’t know how easily girls can feel insecure.
I’m just afraid you might be saying this to spare my feelings,” Lin Feifei said with a playful smile.
“Silly girl.” Tangyu chuckled and held Lin Feifei even tighter, enjoying the feeling of embracing a beautiful woman, openly and unabashedly savoring the beauty her body offered.
“Tangyu, how should I talk to my dad later?” Lin Feifei asked.
She was still in her senior year of high school, and although she was almost eighteen, she still seemed rather young.
Since the day before, Lin Feifei had been pondering this issue, wondering how to broach the subject with her father.
Although she knew her father had always approved of her being with Tangyu, she still felt embarrassed.
“It’s nothing to be ashamed of, just tell him directly,” Tangyu said with a laugh.
Lin Feifei’s face immediately blushed, and her delicate appearance was incredibly enticing.
Tangyu couldn’t help but kiss her impulsively.
Startled by the sudden move, Lin Feifei’s body tensed momentarily before melting into softness.
Lin Feifei’s eyes suddenly widened as she spotted a figure standing behind them watching.
She quickly jumped up, pushing Tangyu away as she stood up and called out with a flushed face, “Dad.”
Tangyu also jolted upright and indeed saw Lin Guotai standing there.
It was somewhat embarrassing for Tangyu to be discovered with his girlfriend by her father, but seeing a slight smile on Lin Guotai’s face, Tangyu felt reassured.
It seemed Uncle Lin had had a change of heart and was tacitly approving their relationship.
“Haha, continue, I was just passing by,” Lin Guotai said with a chuckle.
“Dad.” Lin Feifei’s face turned even redder as she whimpered.
“Haha, as someone who has been through it all, I understand.
Just sit for a while longer.
Anyway, dinner isn’t ready yet.
I’ll have Mr.
Cheng call you when it is,” Lin Guotai said cheerfully.
“Dad, no need.
I haven’t been home for two weeks; I want to talk with you.” Lin Feifei ran to Lin Guotai’s side and affectionately linked her arm with his.
Lin Guotai smiled with satisfaction, “Still my good daughter.
Having a boyfriend and yet not forgetting her dad.
Very well, let’s go to the living room to talk.”
“Dad, what are you saying?” Lin Feifei shyly lowered her head, looking as adorable as ever.
The three of them quickly returned to the living room.
The atmosphere was very pleasant, like a family reunion.
After some casual conversation, the servants had prepared dinner.
Lin Guotai stood up to call everyone to eat.
This was just a simple family dinner, not very formal, and with no excessive courtesies, very much at ease.
Lin Guotai also accepted Tangyu as his future son-in-law.
After dinner, Lin Feifei excused herself to go upstairs to take a bath, though she knew her father wanted to talk to Tangyu, so she found an excuse to leave.
Once Lin Feifei had left, Lin Guotai also invited Tangyu to sit down on the sofa, knowing he had things to discuss.
Facing his future father-in-law, Tangyu felt rather nervous.
“Tangyu, I see Feifei looks quite radiant; has her condition been stable lately?” Lin Guotai asked.
What he really wanted to know was whether Tangyu and Lin Feifei had consummated their relationship.
He had heard from Tangyu that the complete cure for Lin Feifei could only be achieved through the union of Yin and Yang.
He had also personally consulted the Ghost Doctor and found this to be true, indeed the only method.
Seeing that their relationship was confirmed, he felt the need to ask, as any father would be concerned whether his daughter had been intimate with someone else.
Tangyu replied somewhat awkwardly, “It’s stable for now, but not completely eradicated.”
“Oh,” Lin Guotai’s gaze shifted, clearly understanding the underlying meaning.
He pondered for a while before solemnly speaking, “Tangyu, normally I wouldn’t interfere in the younger generation’s affairs, but I won’t restrict you either.
Handle it yourselves, I’m entrusting Feifei completely to you.”
Tangyu was delighted.
This statement was basically like handing Feifei over to him entirely; it was an acknowledgment of him as a son-in-law, “Yes, I will take good care of Feifei.”
“Yes, that puts my mind at ease.
Alas, with the company’s numerous affairs recently, I haven’t had the chance to concern myself with you two.
I’m really not fulfilling my duties as a father,” Lin Guotai said, feeling somewhat guilty.
“Uncle Lin, don’t say that.
I believe Feifei understands too.
It’s just that we’ve been so preoccupied with ourselves we haven’t made time to come back and visit.
From now on, Feifei and I will try to stay at your house over the weekends,” Tangyu said.
“Hehe.” Lin Guotai chuckled, nodding his head in satisfaction.
He would certainly prefer it that way.
A large home with only him felt too desolate.
At this moment, Lin Guotai started to look at his son-in-law more and more favorably.
“Tangyu, I heard you’ve crossed Zhang Guoli quite deeply, embarrassing him repeatedly and even snatching the Dali new product case from his hands,” Lin Guotai suddenly mentioned.
Tangyu was somewhat surprised inwardly.
It seemed nothing escaped Uncle Lin’s notice, but considering his influence in Donglin City, it was easy for him to know these details.
“Yes, Uncle Lin,” Tangyu didn’t deny it.
Lin Guotai slightly raised his brows and asked, “Do you need my help?
Zhang Guoli is not a simple character.”
Tangyu smiled and shook his head, “No need, Uncle Lin.
I can handle this little matter myself.”
Lin Guotai’s eyes flashed with a different hue for a moment before he nodded in relief, appreciation showing in his eyes.
“It’s truly admirable for a young man to have such courage.
Go ahead and do what you want to do, and should the sky fall, I’ll be there to support you.
However, don’t push yourself too hard, safety first.
If you ever encounter any difficulties, just speak up.
In Donglin City, your Uncle Lin is not afraid of anyone.”
Tangyu felt profoundly grateful, sensing that Uncle Lin really treated him as family, “I will, Uncle Lin.
Don’t worry about me.
It’s not so easy for someone to take advantage of me.”
“Yes, as a disciple of the Ghost Doctor, you should indeed possess such strength and spirit.
In Donglin City, you could very well compete with those young folks,” Lin Guotai affirmed, his fiery spirit evident.
He himself had built everything from scratch back in the day, overcoming countless challenges along the way.
“Hehe, I will,” Tangyu grinned, noting that his future father-in-law had high expectations for him.
Lin Guotai said, “If you aspire to become a powerful figure, I, Lin Guotai, will fully support you in conquering territories.
If you prefer a peaceful life, I’ll ensure you and Feifei happiness and peace.
The path you choose is up to you; I won’t force you.
Whichever route you take, I’ll support you because I believe in you.”
Tangyu was deeply moved, staring at Lin Guotai speechlessly for a long moment.
These words were incredibly touching; Tangyu almost wanted to call him dad right then.
Having grown up without parents, under his master’s care, he had never experienced this familial warmth.
At this moment, he was genuinely moved.
Lin Guotai’s boldness also ignited a fighting spirit within Tangyu.
Given the mission bestowed by his master, he was destined not to lead an ordinary life nor did he wish to.
If his life were to be extraordinary, then he was determined to carve out his own empire.
Only now did Tangyu truly see the path ahead of him.
Being too low-profile had allowed just about anyone to bully him; it seemed he had indeed been too modest.
With the backing of the Lin Family, his journey would be much smoother.
“By the way, Tangyu, I heard that you and Sun Wukong from the Sun Family also have some disagreements?” Lin Guotai added.
Tangyu came back to his senses and nodded, “Yes, Uncle Lin.”
“Hmm, I know a bit about your conflict with Sun Wukong, and you’ve handled it well.
He’s arrogant, and you’re even more so.
How can a mere Sun Wukong think to bully you?
I’ve heard about him too; in Donglin City, he’s known for his wildness and can be crazed in his actions.
He’s the young spokesman of the Sun Family, the future successor.
What are your plans?” Lin Guotai said, ready to lend the full support of the Lin Family to Tangyu if he decided to go to war with Sun Wukong; all Tangyu needed to do was ask.
Tangyu knew what Uncle Lin wanted: he wanted to clear a path for him.
After all, Lin Guotai was growing old, and the Lin Family needed a successor.
Thus, nurturing and supporting Tangyu likely meant grooming him to take over the Lin Group.
Considering Feifei was a daughter with a too gentle nature—suitable perhaps only as a doting figure—the responsibility of sustaining the vast Lin Group was beyond her.
Therefore, Lin Guotai definitely needed a successor.
Previously, Lin Guotai hadn’t taken Tangyu very seriously, but Tangyu’s performance over the past half-month had greatly altered Lin Guotai’s impression.
Thus, seeing the relationship between Tangyu and Feifei, Lin Guotai had begun considering Tangyu as a potential future leader of the Lin Family.
Given that Tangyu had stood up to Sun Wukong without losing ground, Lin Guotai was certain Tangyu was destined for greatness.