Gu Tingyu heard Yiyi’s words and smiled, nodding, "Okay, let’s have dinner with them tomorrow." After saying this, Gu Tingyu talked with Yiyi about his future workplace.
"You can really stay in Shangjing to work in the future?"
Yiyi’s eyes were full of surprise, but she quickly calmed down.
"Why did you suddenly get transferred to Shangjing? Is it because of me? If that’s the reason, you don’t need to do that; after I graduate, I can also go wherever you work."
Seeing the young girl always considering him, Gu Tingyu patted her head, "Don’t overthink it. It’s not entirely because of you. I have my own considerations. After this transfer to Shangjing, my prospects will be broader."
Hearing this, Yiyi finally felt relieved.
Then the two talked about their recent happenings, and when Ding Yuejun came to call them for dinner, they were still somewhat reluctant to end their conversation.
"Yiyi, Tingyu, you two have dinner first, chat later."
Gu Tingyu smiled and stood up when he heard this, then helped to set the table.
"Tingyu, it’s fine, you can just sit; you don’t need to do this." Ding Yuejun quickly asked Gu Tingyu to sit down, then poured orange juice for the two, "Alright, you two hurry up and eat."
After dinner, Gu Tingyu stayed a while longer before finally heading back.
"Mom, tomorrow I’m going out with Gu Tingyu to have dinner with Er Ya and the others, so you don’t need to prepare meals for us."
Ding Yuejun, hearing this, quickly laughed and said, "Alright, I understand, make sure you and Er Ya eat well." She then whispered to her daughter, "Tomorrow, keep an eye on that Fan Qianshu’s attitude towards Er Ya, we must make sure Er Ya isn’t wronged."
"Don’t worry, Mom, I’ve got it."
Seeing her daughter say this, Ding Yuejun said no more.
On the other side, instead of going home, Gu Tingyu went to visit the Gu Family elders.
Mr. Gu, upon seeing his eldest grandson, couldn’t help but say, "You’re back, sit down first."
After Gu Tingyu sat down, Mr. Gu finally spoke cautiously, "What made you suddenly decide to return? I asked you to come back before, but you didn’t; now you come back on your own."
"Grandpa, I’ve been in the south long enough; I should indeed return now."
Mr. Gu asked, "Have you made any plans now that you’re back?"
"Yes, I’ve thought it through, I’ll directly take up the position as an instructor at Organization One."
Hearing this, Mr. Gu nodded, "That’s a good choice, then keep working hard."
After saying this, Gu Tingyu frowned and began telling Mr. Gu about a mission before returning.
"Grandpa, do you know about the Mountain and River Building?"
Mr. Gu looked at Gu Tingyu in confusion, "What’s wrong? Is the Mountain and River Building causing trouble again?" He indeed knew about Mountain and River Building, but hadn’t paid much attention.
"Before I returned to Shangjing, there was a mission, but a key person got away. I suspect...the Mountain and River Building has ties with Shangjing." He hadn’t thought of this initially, but during their covert operation to capture personnel from Mountain and River Building, they realized these people seemed unusually familiar with them, giving the leader a chance to escape.
Hearing this, Mr. Gu’s expression changed, he immediately asked, "Do you actually think so?"
Gu Tingyu nodded.
"I really think so, but I’m not sure who exactly is behind this, though it’s certain the people behind Mountain and River Building are not simple."
Mr. Gu squinted and said, "I’ll make a note of it and have a good investigation."
After discussing this, the grandfather and grandson talked about the engagement.
"Haha, you’ll have quite some time to rest this time, go ahead and get engaged to Yiyi, then you two can enjoy yourselves before reporting to your new post."
Gu Tingyu smiled and nodded, "That’s what I plan to do too."
The next day, Gu Tingyu went to Yiyi’s house early in the morning.
"Aunt Ding, good morning."
Ding Yuejun saw Gu Tingyu arriving and welcomed him in with a smile, "I just made seafood noodles, have a bowl with Yiyi. You’re having lunch with Er Ya and the others, right? Then go stroll outside with Yiyi in the morning."
"Alright, Aunt Ding."
As they talked, they entered the house. Yiyi had just finished washing up and came out, seeing Gu Tingyu, she couldn’t help but smile, "You’re here early."
Ding Yuejun glanced at her daughter, "It’s good Tingyu came early, I’m just about to go to a clothing store, let him accompany you for a walk outside, you’ve been cooped up at home recovering, you must be bored." Saying this, she headed to the kitchen to serve them seafood noodles, quickly ate a bowl herself, and left directly.
"Yiyi, let’s take a walk nearby later."
The scenery by Shichahai is quite nice, perfect for them to talk and walk.
Yiyi nodded with a smile.
The two strolled slowly along the street, occasionally speaking softly, with a warm atmosphere surrounding them. At noon, they went to the agreed-upon restaurant on time.
"Yiyi, over here."
Fei Erya saw Yiyi and Gu Tingyu arrive and waved at them.
"Er Ya, you’re already here."
Yiyi smiled and greeted Fei Erya, then nodded towards Fan Qianshu beside Er Ya.
Fan Qianshu smiled and nodded at Yiyi, then looked at Gu Tingyu, "Mr. Gu, it’s been a while."
"It’s been a while."
Gu Tingyu shook hands with Fan Qianshu, but his expression was indifferent.
The Fan Family has some standing in Shangjing, but there’s a noticeable gap compared to the Gu Family, therefore, there’s not much interaction between the families, and even less personal relationship between Gu Tingyu and Fan Qianshu.
"Yiyi, let’s go in, I’ve reserved a table."
Fei Erya felt a bit excited thinking of introducing Fan Qianshu to Yiyi and Gu Tingyu, like introducing a boyfriend to the family.
Yiyi nodded with a smile.
The four of them walked in directly.
Their exceptional looks attracted countless stares, but fortunately, Fei Erya reserved a private room, quickly blocking outside gazes.
"Yiyi, see what you like to eat, order a few dishes."
Yiyi didn’t hold back. After taking the menu, she ordered a few dishes and added a couple of Gu Tingyu’s favorites.
After that, Fei Erya ordered some more, then handed the menu to the waiter for the dishes to be prepared.
When only they were left in the private room, Fei Erya seriously introduced, "Yiyi, this is my boyfriend, Fan Qianshu."