Wan Yunting, back at home, changed into casual clothes and went downstairs. Seeing Ye Manni and his second sister-in-law chatting happily in the kitchen and getting along very well, he felt relieved.
After all, he had been worried that everyone would feel awkward after Ye Manni moved in, but Wan Yunting hadn't expected that this girl had such a good personality, and his second sister-in-law and the others seemed to like her very much.
"Second sister-in-law, I won't be eating at home tonight," Wan Yunting called out to the kitchen.
"Oh, okay, don't drink too much wine," replied Wang Chulin, turning her head. Ye Manni didn't know what he was going to do, but she felt too embarrassed to ask.
So Wan Yunting held Wan'er and coaxed her in the yard for a while before going out to the place Jin Xiuwen had booked for dinner.
Wang Chulin then told Ye Manni about Wan Yunting receiving the honorary medal today...
In a bustling area by the Zhujiang River in Huadu City, there was a restaurant renowned for its local cuisine, named Deyue Tower!
It was built on the bank of the Zhujiang River, with an ancient architectural style that extended along the river. On the open-air dining tables, diners could look up at the bright moon, raise their wine, and recite a poem, which offered a unique charm.
Tonight, Jin Xiuwen organized a gathering, inviting Fang Yanxi, Jiang Peipei, Huang Yuqing, and their university classmates to Deyue Tower. They had booked a VIP open-air dining table on the third floor to celebrate Wan Yunting's receipt of the special honorary medal.
Deyue Tower was crowded with diners tonight. Jin Xiuwen, Jiang Peipei, Huang Yuqing, and a female classmate dressed in a floral print dress named Lin Yanan, who was a university classmate of Wan Yunting and Fang Yanxi.
There were also two male classmates: one in a black suit, clearly just off work, named Xue Jianchao, a manager at a company. The other, dressed in casual attire with a slight belly, was He Chengping, who ran his own business and had made some money, looking like a nouveau riche.
At the parking lot at the main entrance of the restaurant downstairs, a silver sedan and a Mercedes-Benz sedan were parked in two spots. Wan Yunting got out of his car and looked towards Fang Yanxi, who was also alighting from her car.
She had dressed up especially for the occasion, choosing an off-the-shoulder floral print dress with a cinched waist that perfectly showcased her slender figure. The fishtail hem extended past her knees, with a slit at the back, revealing a pair of fair, straight legs. Paired with exquisite high heels, she looked elegant, graceful, and fashionable.
She had styled her hair and wore delicate earrings. Around her swan-like neck, she wore a simple necklace, a gift Wan Yunting had given her for the first time during their university days, which she still wore.
"Yanxi, you look so beautiful tonight."
Looking at Fang Yanxi's dignified and elegant demeanor and her stunningly beautiful face, even Wan Yunting couldn't help but praise her with a smile.
"Thank you."
Being praised by the man, Fang Yanxi's pretty face flushed slightly. She felt excited and a little shy.
"Let's go."
Wan Yunting, with a gentle smile, took Fang Yanxi's delicate hand and led her into the restaurant. Guided by a waitress, they went directly to the VIP room on the third floor.
Seeing Jin Xiuwen, Jiang Peipei, Huang Yuqing, Lin Yanan, Xue Jianchao, and He Chengping already there, Wan Yunting and Fang Yanxi smiled sheepishly, "Everyone, sorry for keeping you waiting."
"Oh, the main guests have arrived."
Seeing the handsome and beautiful Wan Yunting and Fang Yanxi enter together, Jin Xiuwen couldn't help but tease, "You're going out as a couple now, are good things approaching!"
"Wow, when can we toast your wedding?" He Chengping and Xue Jianchao also reacted and teased Wan Yunting and Fang Yanxi with mischievous smiles.
"Are you guys serious?" Jiang Peipei, who was tall and had also dressed up tonight in a beige dress, but due to her height and bold personality, she didn't seem like a lady at all. "They aren't even together yet, so what wedding are you talking about?"
"They're holding hands, and they're not together yet?" Lin Yanan seemed to not understand Jiang Peipei's implied meaning and pointed at Wan Yunting and Fang Yanxi, who were holding hands.
"Haha, it looks like we need to start collecting money for the wedding gift," Xue Jianchao said with a laugh.
However, Huang Yuqing, sitting nearby, looked at Jiang Peipei's slightly awkward expression and knew what she was thinking.
"Alright, what are you guys talking about?" Being teased and joked by everyone, Wan Yunting felt too embarrassed to keep holding Fang Yanxi's hand. He let go, walked over, and sat down, asking Jin Xiuwen, "Is everyone here?"
"Not yet, one person is missing," Jin Xiuwen said.
"Who?" Fang Yanxi pulled out a chair and sat next to the man, looking at the classmates present. It seemed like no one was missing.
Even Wan Yunting looked at Jin Xiuwen curiously. He smiled mysteriously, "He'll be here soon. You'll know when he arrives."
At this moment, a Harley motorcycle arrived downstairs. The rider was a man wearing a black helmet and a black leather jacket, with jeans and military boots on his lower half. With a clang, he put down the motorcycle stand and dismounted, lifting his long legs. He took off his helmet and placed it on the rearview mirror. Then, he shook his long hair, revealing his handsome face. His bright, sharp eyes exuded depth, and a slightly unkempt beard gave him the aura of a mature, handsome man.
As he walked into the restaurant, he attracted the attention of the female diners, who exclaimed, "So handsome..."
Guided by a waitress, Guan Hongyu went directly to the third floor. The waitress pushed open the door and walked in. Jin Xiuwen saw him and stood up, smiling, "Old Guan, you're finally here..."
Immediately, Wan Yunting, Fang Yanxi, Jiang Peipei, Huang Yuqing, Lin Yanan, Xue Jianchao, and He Chengping all turned their heads, looking at Guan Hongyu, who walked in with his distinctive personality and striking handsomeness. He waved to them and said with a smile, "Sorry, I took a wrong turn on the way and kept you all waiting."
"Guan Hongyu, it really is you!" Wan Yunting stood up in disbelief and gave Guan Hongyu a big hug.
"Old Wan, long time no see." Guan Hongyu patted Wan Yunting's back excitedly. After the two men let go, Wan Yunting said with a smile, "I haven't seen you since you dropped out of school. Where have you been all these years, you rascal?"
Guan Hongyu glanced back at the stunningly beautiful and elegant Fang Yanxi behind him, smiled, and then said to Wan Yunting, "After I dropped out, I rode my motorcycle all over the country, and then stayed in the mountains for a few years. It was only in the last few years that I started riding my motorcycle around again."
"I just returned to Huadu City yesterday, and I saw you on TV today. Jin Xiuwen contacted me saying he was organizing a gathering to celebrate you tonight, so I came. Old Wan, congratulations."
Wan Yunting smiled and waved his hand, then playfully punched Guan Hongyu's firm chest, saying, "You're truly a free spirit. We all knew your unique personality and style back then. I'm really happy you could come tonight."
"Alright, let's stop chatting for now," Jin Xiuwen immediately called out. "Everyone is here, I'll go ask them to serve the food..."
"Come, Old Guan, have a seat," Wan Yunting pulled Guan Hongyu to sit on his left, with Fang Yanxi sitting on his right. She smiled at Guan Hongyu and said, "Hongyu, long time no see."
"Yanxi, long time no see." Looking at Fang Yanxi, a hint of joy flickered in Guan Hongyu's deep gaze, but it disappeared in an instant, as he concealed it!
"Guan Hongyu, you're truly dashing. Tell us, where have you been all these years?" Jiang Peipei immediately pulled Guan Hongyu into conversation. Huang Yuqing, Lin Yanan, Xue Jianchao, and He Chengping were also curious.
So Guan Hongyu recounted his adventures over the years, traveling to places like Tibet and Yunnan by motorcycle, and everyone listened with great interest...
Soon, the food and drinks were served. Guan Hongyu stopped talking about his own experiences and, raising his wine glass with Jin Xiuwen and the others, they all toasted Wan Yunting, as he was the protagonist of the night...