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"Uncle Zhong …" Aunt Yun stared fixedly in the direction in which the figure had appeared. She tugged on Uncle Zhong's sleeve and asked nervously, "Did you see a person in a deep purple mink coat walk past?"

Uncle Zhong followed her gaze and looked around the hall, but didn't see anything. He shook his head and said, "No."

Aunt Yun put down his sleeve with a heavy heart. She could not help but ask herself, "Is she seeing things?"

At the scene of the Tusk Tusk Banquet inside the door, Gu Zi stood up and took the microphone from the host. He said elegantly, "I want to ask everyone a question first. What is your New Year's wish?"

There was a brief silence below … This isn't how Director Gu speaks in the past … Lu Feng reacted as quickly as he could. Regardless of whether it was his wishes or not, he would first tell them all.

"Upgraded." he said first.

Seeing him open his mouth to speak, another person spoke out, "Raise your salary." This wish was supported by many people. One ambitious fellow added, "A lot of salary."

Laughter erupted from the crowd, and the atmosphere also became lively as people continued to say:

"Buy a car."

"Buy a house."

"Switch cars."

"Switch rooms."

"Change …"

The moment the third word came out, everyone was silent for two seconds. Then, a young man in the corner asked a middle-aged man with a high school age, "What do you want to change?!"

The middle-aged man timidly opened his mouth and boldly said, "... Change your phone! "

"Hahaha …" Laughter once again filled the hall, and more colleagues were enthusiastically making statements. The answers varied, but none of them resonated with each other. In the end, that fella from the logistics department roared out angrily, "Separate as soon as possible!" Having received nearly 90% of the applause and support from his colleagues, this was the end of the answer to this question.

Gu Zi asked once they had said their wishes in high spirits. "That's enough, let's work towards your goal. I'm done."

He returned the microphone to the host and returned to his seat.

After he sat down, Lu Feng still hadn't gotten used to it, and that was it … Finished?

"Boss Gu …" "You got a script for your speech last year and spoke passionately for a few minutes. You only sent us away with two sentences this year, why are you in such a hurry?" If there were any, they would glance towards Mumu Ming's direction.

Gu Zi indifferently swept him with a glance. While he was wiping his hands with a towel, he warned him calmly, "I won't remind you again. Your year-end bonus is still in my drawer."

His year-end bonus had already been deducted by half. Was he not prepared to give him the remaining half? Just as he was about to ask when he would be given the benefits he deserved, he heard the host say: "Next, I'd like to invite Special Assistant Lu to speak."

Lu Feng inexplicably pointed at himself. There wasn't such a thing in the past years, and with his reputation of 'working hard' in the company for many years, these people probably wouldn't even be in the mood to eat once he spoke.

Gu Zi asked and slanted his head again. "I'm calling for you, why aren't you going yet?"

Lu Feng stood up and took the microphone, then looked around him before saying very seriously, "First of all, let me pay my respects to everyone for your early years, and wish everyone a happy New Year, good luck, and great success. Second of all, thank you all for your contributions to the company in 2016, and I hope that everyone can continue to improve and shine in 2017. "Five hundred words are omitted here; look forward to 2017 …" "Here, another 500 words have been omitted …"

Taking advantage of Lu Feng's words, Gu Zi asked while everyone's attention was on him, "What is your New Year's wish?"

Ming Xue Mo had never made any wishes for the New Year. She only wished a little for her birthday because she knew that her wish would not come true. Therefore, she acted as if she never expected it to happen. However, at such a happy moment today, it was best not to say such sad words. Thus, she pretended to be mischievous and said, "Saying it out is not going to work."

"If you don't try, how will you know if it's working or not?" Whatever her wish was, he could help her to achieve it as long as she could speak. It was his first New Year's gift to her.

"Then I'll say it." Ming Xue Mo was still being mischievous.

Gu Zi asked and nodded.

She beamed at him and adorably said, "Collect more red packets."

In the face of such a desire, Gu Zi asked without the slightest hint of criticism, but instead very much agreed and said, "This wish is very practical, at least it's more realistic than Lute's wish. Right now, besides me, he has the most authority in the company, he also wants to be promoted, where does he want to be promoted to, to take over my position?"

"Would you be angry if I said he sounded more like the boss than you?"

"Nope." Gu Zi asked in a very generous manner, but in a very short period of time, he showed his true form. "You're right. It's not a good idea to say it."

Ming Xue quickly corrected herself, "What did I say just now? I seem to have lost my memory …"

Gu Zi looked at her hilarious expression and couldn't help laughing. "Alright, I won't lose your red packet."

On the stage, Lu Feng had finally ended his outlook for 2017 and began to make his concluding remarks — "Finally, everyone, have a good dinner, drink well, play well, and draw a big prize for coming home for the new year. "Thank you everyone!"

Under everyone's applause, Lu Feng returned to his seat and the host announced the official start of the banquet. Everyone started eating and drinking happily.

Halfway through the banquet, the two hosts went on stage again, "Everyone, the exciting moment has arrived. Those colleagues who want to win the prize, let me hear where your applause is."

In an instant, the thunderous applause lasted for a long time.

Last year's lottery draw lasted for two hours, and this year Gu Zi asked if he would play with them. He said hello to Lu Feng and asked him to take charge of the situation, so he and Ming Xue Mo left first.

Lu Feng was clearly unhappy, "Director Gu, you came the last, left the earliest, and asked me to speak up for you, and also asked me to help you with your social events. Isn't that a bit unreasonable?"

Gu Zi leered at him. "You have an objection?"

Lu Feng nodded his head heavily. He naturally had to have his own opinions.

Gu Zi asked, "It's useless."

Then, under his sorrowful expression, he left with Ming Xue and Ming Xue, full of smiles.

When he got into the car, he leaned back in his chair and asked, "What's the arrangement for the new year?" A few people had come to toast him just now, so he drank quite a bit.

"What can I do? On New Year's Eve, I will go to my grandfather's house for New Year's Eve meal. On the first day of the first month, I will go pay respects to my ancestors, on the second day of the first month, I will visit my maternal grandma's house for the third year …"

"Wait …" Gu Zi interrupted her with a question, "Your plan is already on the third day of the new year. Why haven't you heard that you're going to pay New Year respects to me? Don't you want the new year's money?"

Ming Xue Mo lowered her head and smiled, "Alright, I'll go pay New Year on the third day."

"That's more like it."

"Where's my New Year present?" She held out her hand to him.

Gu Zi asked with a smile, "You'll see it when you get home later."

Since they had left midway, and by the time they got home, Aunt Yun and Uncle Zhong had not come back yet, Gu Zi asked if they should go in with Ming Xue Mo. As soon as she walked into the living room, Ming Xue Mo saw the delicate gift wrapped in lavender paper, astonishingly placed next to the TV cabinet.

"What's inside?" Ming Xue Mo asked curiously. Looking at its size, it was even larger than her fish tank.

"Open it and take a look."

Mingxue agreed and untied the ribbon tied to it. Then, she carefully ripped the wrapping paper apart, allowing the gift inside to reveal its mysterious veil.

When the wrapping paper was completely removed and she saw the contents inside, she couldn't help but cover her mouth with her hands and exclaim, "A popcorn machine?"

"Yes." Gu Zi asked and nodded. "Do you still remember that time when we went to the movies and you fought over the popcorn with me?"

How could Mingxue not remember that day? Everything that happened was her most precious memory, not just that day, but every day she was with him was a beautiful memory that she would never forget for the rest of her life. But, to his surprise, he would also remember …

Ming Xue Mo's joyful mood was mixed with many emotions. She smiled and said happily, "I didn't fight with you for it. I gave you the last one."

"Yes, yes, yes." Gu Zi couldn't help but laugh every time he thought of the scene from that day. "So, aren't I trying to make it up to you? I can assure you that if you encounter such a situation again in the future …"

"Well?"

"..." It's still the same old rule. "

Mingxue Mou was once again overturned by his laughter. Leaning on his shoulder, she used the back of her hand to lightly press against the tip of her nose as she laughed heartily. She thought he would say, "I'll leave you the last one."

Gu Zi asked as he put his arm around her, his eyes filled with gentleness as he looked at her face full of smiles. Did he drink too much? He felt like he was really drunk …

"How is it? Are you satisfied with this gift?"

Ming Xue Mo nodded, "Satisfied." However … There seemed to be something missing. She beamed at him, imitating the advertising slogan on the TV, "I heard that home theater and popcorn machines are more suited to each other."

Gu Zi asked with a doting tone, "Don't be so greedy."

Ming Xue Mo smiled slyly, "It's not like I said I want a family movie theater." Couldn't she give him one? "Oh, he bought a new house, but she still hasn't given him a present." May I visit your new house? " She wanted to see the style of his room and its furnishings.

"Why do you suddenly want to see my house?" Gu Zi wasn't stupid. His thoughts raced as he asked, "You want to give me a present?" His brows were also filled with a smile. To him, whatever he wanted was only a matter of words, but he was looking forward to see what she would give him.

She was getting more and more naughty. "Next year's protection fee will always be paid."

However, the more he smiled, the more handsome he became. "Hmm, it's the end of the year. It's time to settle the accounts." His heart beat faster and faster, and he had the urge to bring her there. However, it seemed that he was in too much of a hurry to get there. After he obtained the key, he did not have the time to go in and take a look, nor did he know what was going on inside. But the third day seemed too far away. It had already been a year, how about … He had an idea. "What time is the end of your grandpa's New Year's Eve dinner?"

Ming Xue held her chin in her hand as she thought back to her past experiences. "Not necessarily. Sometimes it will disperse at 8 or 9 PM. Sometimes it will be 11 or 2 PM, depending on the specific situation."

"Sure, when you finish calling me, I'll take you to see my new home."

"It doesn't matter, no matter, sooner or later, I'll wait for you."

His handsome face was reflected in her eyes, and she was the same. He did not have her in his eyes, so all he could see was the flying corner of her mouth, and she nodded slowly and firmly, "Okay."

Gu Zi asked, stroking her silky hair. "Why don't you ask me what my New Year's wish is?"

" What is your wish? " She looked up at him.

He looked down at her, his eyes soft. "I hope you laugh like that every day."

The smile on Ming Xue Mo's face froze, and her heart started pounding. He actually put her happiness into his New Year's wish? 'Is she too unhappy, or does he care too much about her … ' Her emotions were on the verge of breaking. His gentle eyes were about to drown her, but she didn't want to struggle. She only wanted to be lost forever in the land of happiness that he had created for her.

She put her arms around his waist and sniffed, purposely ridiculing him. "What if you say it out loud, what if it doesn't work?"

Gu Zi asked. The hand around her shoulders tightened, while his other hand also wrapped around her arm. With a domineering aura, he also decisively went online. "She dares!"