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Chapter 185 - Family Dinner (1)

Tao Chu Liang realised that Xiang Chen Xi had been silent in the car ever since he returned from the call. He didn't say anything in the car, as if he was thinking about something.

Returning back to the villa, Tao Chu Liang couldn't hold it in anymore, so he asked: "Chen Xi, you don't seem to be happy since you came back from the plane, what's the matter?"

Xiang Chen Xi's brows were knitted tightly. After hearing Tao Chu Liang's question, he pulled her into his embrace and said softly, "Chu Liang, I have something to tell you. Don't be nervous yet, okay?"

Tao Chu Liang sat up straight. The more Xiang Chen Xi said this, the more nervous she became, thus he opened his eyes wide and looked at him.

Xiang Chen Xi held her hand, and said with a smile. "Chu Liang, let's have a meal together with Grandfather tomorrow night!"

"Huh?" Tao Chu Liang immediately struggled out from his embrace, "But, but I'm not ready yet!"

Xiang Chen Xi anxiously tried to comfort her: "You don't need to prepare, just do as you are usually. "Don't worry, I'll take care of everything!"

"But, but I still don't know what kind of character your grandfather has. I can tell that you and Chen Shu are a little afraid of him. " Tao Chu Liang felt that he was not prepared for anything, "How about another day?"

"Chu Liang, I have already promised Grandfather. It's okay, grandpa isn't as scary as you think. Just be yourself tomorrow. Leave the rest to me. " Xiang Chen Xi didn't want to tell Grandpa Tao Chu Liang that he was opposed to their marriage. He didn't want to give Tao Chu Liang too much pressure.

Tao Chu Liang snuggled up to Xiang Chen Xi's side. As long as they were by his side, he would be at ease. Xiang Chen Xi hugged Tao Chu Liang tightly in his arms. He hoped that everything would go smoothly tomorrow, and if his grandfather were to make things difficult for Chu Liang, he would definitely not be weak.

In the morning of the second day, Xiang Chen Xi brought Tao Chu Liang to the shopping mall. Although it was better to say that it was a little casual, Xiang Chen Xi still knew his grandfather's temper. If his first impression of him became displeased, then his impression of him would be greatly reduced. During the day, Xiang Chen Xi roughly explained to Tao Chu Liang the old man's preferences, and Tao Chu Liang remembered them all.

At half past seven in the evening, Xiang Chen Xi and Tao Chu Liang punctually arrived at the entrance of Xiang Shi Yun's villa. In terms of time, he would always be there before it was too late. Sheng Jue and Xiang Chen Shu had already arrived, but when they saw Tao Chu Liang, their eyes flashed with amazement.

The four of them entered the villa at the same time. The butler led them to the dining table.

"Young master, young miss, the master is chatting with a guest in the study room. He will be coming down soon." The butler said respectfully to Xiang Chen Xi and Xiang Chen Shu, and then went to prepare his own food.

Xiang Chen Xi, however, frowned. "Guest? Isn't today the banquet? Could there be others? "

Xiang Chen Shu's face changed as she looked at Sheng Jue.

Xiang Chen Xi saw her expression clearly, so he asked: "Sis, do we have guests?"

Xiang Chen Shu immediately shook her hands: "How would I know, maybe grandpa invited some old friend."

While the four of them were speaking, the old tutor had already led a person down the stairs. When Xiang Chen Xi saw this person, he was completely frozen. Tao Chu Liang, who was next to him, noticed his change and thought that Xiang Chen Xi was also very nervous. He held his hand tightly and asked softly: "Chen Xi, what's wrong?"

Xiang Chen Xi suddenly lowered his head and whispered into her ear: "Chu Liang, no matter what you hear or see, don't believe it! "You just have to believe that I've only ever loved you!"

"Chen Xi, what are you saying! Is there anything you need to whisper? " Xiang Shi Yun was unhappy to see Xiang Chen Xi like this.

Tao Chu Liang quivered, and immediately called out politely: "Grandfather, I am Chu Liang."

Xiang Shi Yun stood still and looked straight at her. Xiang Shi Yun's sword-like eyebrows revealed her imposing aura. Although she was already over seventy years old, she gave off a feeling that caused people to have no choice but to respect him. Even though Tao Chu Liang was feeling weak in her heart, she was still neither humble nor haughty as she looked him in the eye.

Today, Tao Chu Liang was wearing a white cheongsam that made her look natural and graceful, without any strong makeup. Her entire attire was simple and elegant, the teary pendant around her neck accentuating her clear collarbone, carrying a bit of sexiness. Xiang Shi Yun and the woman behind him were sizing her up. Only now did Tao Chu Liang notice that there was someone behind Xiang Shi Yun.

Tao Chu Liang's smile froze on his face, but she still called out politely, "Yes, Item Total."

"Grandfather!" Xiang Chen Xi's expression became very ugly. He did not think that his grandfather would actually not give Chu Liang the slightest bit of face.

But at this time, the woman behind Xiang Shi Yun walked out. She walked straight in front of Xiang Chen Xi, gently hugged him, and said gently: "Chen Xi, long time no see." Then, he planted a kiss on Xiang Chen Xi's face.

Xiang Chen Xi suddenly pushed her away and shouted: "Li Li, this is within the country! "There is no need for these foreign etiquettes!"

"Chen Xi! You should be more polite to Li Li! " Xiang Shi Yun berated.

Xiang Chen Xi was furious: "Grandfather, didn't you say that this was a family banquet? Why is she here? "

"What did you say?" Xiang Chen Xi was stunned.

Tao Chu Liang had already been dumbstruck. When she saw the girl being so intimate with Xiang Chen Xi, she simply could not understand what had happened. She blankly stared at this woman. She wore a red suit, and her black high heels. Her long hair covered over her shoulders, making her look sexy and seductive. She also looked very capable. It was obvious that she was a very capable person. His aura was much stronger than his own.

Hearing Xiang Shi Yun say that this was her future granddaughter-in-law, she did not know what to do. This clearly meant that he was rejecting her at the door!

"Chen Xi, who is she?" Li Li looked at Tao Chu Liang who was beside Xiang Chen Xi, and she saw the diamond ring on Tao Chu Liang's hand. As a woman, she was always sensitive.

Xiang Chen Xi hugged Tao Chu Liang and said coldly: "This is my fiancee, oh no, it should be said that we have already held a wedding before, it's just that the wedding hasn't been completed yet."

Anger surfaced on Xiang Shi Yun's face. Xiang Chen Xi was going against him.

Tao Chu Liang could not digest this scene at all. What did Li Li's words mean? What do you mean by that she was not by Chen Xi's side?

"Li Li! If you keep talking nonsense, I won't be polite! " Xiang Chen Xi was truly angry.

"Chen Xi! You and Li Li are someone who's about to get married, why are you still like this! Come over quickly and sit down! " Xiang Shi Yun shouted to Xiang Chen Xi.

"Grandfather!" Is that what you want to say when you tricked me into coming here today? I can't eat anymore, you guys eat by yourselves! " Xiang Chen Xi only knew that she had to quickly bring Chu Liang out of this place. His grandfather was against her, yet Li Li appeared out of nowhere.

But Tao Chu Liang stood there, not moving at all. Xiang Chen Xi pulled her, but she did not leave.

"Chu Liang, let's go." Xiang Chen Xi bent over and whispered to her.

All sorts of thoughts flashed through Tao Chu Liang's mind. She suddenly thought back to what Xiang Chen Xi had just said to her: Don't believe anything, just believe him.

Tao Chu Liang held Xiang Chen Xi's hand, and said to him while smiling: "Chen Xi, let's accompany Grandfather to eat." With that said, he pulled Xiang Chen Xi towards the dining table.

Everyone looked at her in surprise. Xiang Shi Yun frowned, could it be that he could not anger her away even like this? But Xiang Chen Shu and Sheng Jue heaved a sigh of relief. It seemed that Tao Chu Liang had not lost his reason yet. Thinking about it this way, they couldn't help but admire Tao Chu Liang a little.

However, what they didn't know was that if it wasn't for Xiang Chen Xi, she would have turned around and left when Xiang Shi Yun was targeting her. But this was Chen Xi's family, she did not want to make things difficult for him.

Xiang Chen Xi let Tao Chu Liang bring him to the dining table in a daze. He was moved, looking at the expression in Tao Chu Liang's eyes, he understood that she was doing this for him.

Everyone sat down at the dining table, and Xiang Shi Yun ordered the butler to serve the dishes. Xiang Shi Yun had a very strong traditional complex, so all the family meals were for lunch, which made it seem very normal.

Just then, Tao Chu Liang stood up and took out a bottle of wine from the handbag he had been carrying.

"Item Total, Chen Xi said that you do not like those extravagant things. Chen Xi and I brewed this three years ago and have already stored it in the cellar for three years. Chen Xi said that you would probably like it, so I brought it here. " Tao Chu Liang was very courteous. Previously, Xiang Chen Xi made her say that the wine was hers, but she didn't want to lie.

When Sheng Jue saw this, he immediately added: "Grandfather, it seems like Chu Liang and Chen Xi are still very attentive! Chen Shu and I did not bring anything, so we bought a tie for you. " As he spoke, he took out a handbag.

The old man didn't say anything. He only glanced at the butler at the side, who understood and came to collect the items.

At this time, Li Li also said: "Grandfather, I know you love to play golf. Before returning to England, I chose a ball pole for you.

Xiang Shi Yun immediately revealed a smile and said: "It's just eating. Why are you guys talking about the rules?

However, the old man's attitude made Xiang Chen Xi feel even more unsatisfied. He was so ice-cold and so warm to Chu Liang.