CHAPTER 166: CHAPTER 166: IT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE A COMPANION

Just as they entered the banquet hall, a boy wearing a white shirt and a little bow tie came running out happily.

He was fair and tender-looking, clearly brought up in a meticulous manner since childhood.

Especially those eyes, they were very lively.

"Xiao Han, slow down. Don’t bump into anyone..."

A beautiful woman holding up her skirt quickly followed, but she was still a step late. As soon as she finished speaking, Lin Wuhuan had already collided head-first into Gu Ningyue’s long legs, then staggered and fell to the ground holding her legs.

"Are you okay?" Gu Ningyue bent down to lift him up, "Does it hurt?"

Lin Wuhuan looked at her and even forgot to cry: "Sister, you are so pretty."

"Xiao Han, you should call her Auntie!" The beautiful woman came forward, picked Lin Wuhuan up in her arms, and then flashed an apologetic smile at Gu Ningyue and President Ling: "Sorry, Miss Gu, President Ling. Xiao Han is young and doesn’t understand things. I lost sight of him just now. Miss Gu, are you hurt?"

Gu Ningyue shook her head. In the original owner’s memory, the woman in front seemed to be Lin Ziyue’s wife, Yun Shuer.

The third Miss of the Yun Family, although her two elder sisters hold the family business and she only has ten percent of the shares, the most favored one in the Yun family is still this youngest daughter.

However, because the original owner had little interaction with her, they only met once, so Gu Ningyue couldn’t be sure of her character now.

But judging by her appearance, she didn’t seem to be difficult to get along with.

Gu Ningyue shook her head: "No, but he shouldn’t fall anywhere."

"This kid has been mischievous from a young age, he’s hard to control." Yun Shuer shook her head with a bitter smile, seemingly helpless with the child in her arms.

Ling Tianyou chimed in: "All kids are like this. My little nephew is also very naughty."

Speaking of which, Yun Shuer glanced around and said: "I heard that Second Young Master Ling’s son is also five years old. Did Second Young Master Ling bring him over today? I just got him changed and brought him downstairs, and haven’t had the chance to properly greet the guests yet."

Ling Tianyou thought for a moment, then said: "Probably will."

"This kid won’t start kindergarten for a while, and there’s no one his age at home for him to play with, it’s quite dull." Yun Shuer reached out and tousled his head, "It’d be nice if he had a companion, then maybe he won’t get into so much trouble today!"

Gu Ningyue thought to herself, you might be disappointed. If Ling Xuan comes, these two kids might just cause a ruckus!

Just as she thought this, the silent little guy seemed unable to hold back: "Mom, you just praised me for being good!"

Yun Shuer shook her head with a bitter smile, greeted the two, and went to entertain the guests.

Watching their backs as they left, with Lin Wuhuan holding her hand, Gu Ningyue couldn’t help but lament: "With her figure, I bet no one would believe she’s ever given birth..."

With a curvy figure and a slim waist, even in such a tight dress, there’s not an ounce of excess flesh, it’s almost too much.

It’s just a pity, the flash of melancholy between her brows seems to have settled there for a long time.

Ling Tianyou turned to her and asked: "Are you worried about your figure after giving birth?"

"Not worried." Gu Ningyue said lightly, turning to meet his gaze: "Because I’ve never even thought about having kids."

After speaking, Gu Ningyue strode toward the table with the champagne.

Ling Tianyou followed closely behind, a faint, meaningful smile on his lips.

Never thought about it? Ha...

The hall was getting more crowded, some were trying to ingratiate themselves with Ling Tianyou, while acquaintances came to say hello.

But after witnessing Ling Tianyou’s firm protection of his wife several times, everyone had already understood something. Even if they didn’t think much of Gu Ningyue, they still greeted her with a smile this time, without a hint of disrespect.

Not long after, a small figure came running from afar.

Unlike Lin Wuhuan, Ling Xuan was wearing shorts and a T-shirt, looking very casual and relaxed.

Liu Liu followed behind, hand in hand with Ling Tianze, completely ignoring Ling Xuan.

"Sister!"

Ling Xuan ran up to Gu Ningyue and hugged her, looking up with a smile that bent his eyes into crescents.

This child has truly inherited the best traits of Ling Tianyou and Liu Liu.

Who knows what he’ll be like when he grows up, but chances are, plenty of girls will be smitten!

"How many times have I told you, call her Aunt."

Liu Liu approached and helplessly pulled Ling Xuan over.

"It’s fine, let him call me that!" Gu Ningyue said with a good-natured smile: "Makes me feel young."

Ling Tianyou said nothing, only gave Ling Xuan a small look, and Ling Xuan immediately corrected himself: "Aunt."

Gu Ningyue: "..."

"Alright, you go take Xuanxuan to greet the Lin Family. I’ll stay here and chat with brother and sister-in-law." Liu Liu let go of Ling Tianze’s hand and handed Xuanxuan over to him.

Ling Tianze reluctantly took Ling Xuan as if the person in his arms wasn’t his own son, walking away looking wronged.

Seeing his expression, Gu Ningyue couldn’t help but laugh, "What’s up with Tianze? Why is he so unwilling?"

Liu Liu paused, a blush rising on her cheeks, "He wants a second child, so he’s been clingy lately, probably... looking for an opportunity!"

Her voice was small, and although she had been married for six or seven years, she still showed the shy demeanor of a young girl.

Gu Ningyue discreetly observed Liu Liu for a while. Compared to Yun Shuer’s impressive figure, Liu Liu was indeed a bit lacking.

Her arms and shoulders were slightly plump, but her eyes remained clear, without the occasional flash of melancholy that clouded Yun Shuer’s gaze.

"No wonder." Gu Ningyue smiled and said: "Honestly, having another kid is nice; Xiao Xuan will have someone to rely on in the future."

Liu Liu shook her head, "Giving birth is too painful, even thinking about it now scares me. Sister-in-law, you’ll know when you go into the delivery room, back then..."

Just about to continue, Ling Tianyou took a glass of champagne and handed it to Liu Liu: "Is everything good at home recently?"

Gu Ningyue: "...I wanted to hear about the delivery room part."

Ling Tianyou shot her a glance, and Gu Ningyue immediately stopped talking, resembling Ling Xuan’s demeanor just moments ago.

Liu Liu, noticing their gestures, understood Ling Tianyou’s intentions and changed the subject: "Everything’s fine at home, but you guys haven’t been back. Mom and Dad were talking about you a few days ago, asking when you’ll come back."

Ling Tianyou glanced at Gu Ningyue and said: "She just got her cast removed, and it’s been busy at the company recently, so we haven’t had the time yet."

Liu Liu nodded, "I see! No rush then. After all, it’s your own home; you can go back whenever."