Fan City.
The Su Family.
Before six in the morning, Su Tian was already up, preparing breakfast for the entire family.
The hired housekeeper only worked six hours a day at the Su's residence, leaving all the rest of the chores to Su Tian.
Two hours later, the rest of the family members gradually woke up.
Su Tian catered to her slightly confused grandfather as he had his breakfast.
Su's mother, Xu Liuhua, elegantly picked up her bacon with a fork.
She reminded Su Tian, "Su Tian, representatives from the Huo Family are coming to propose marriage to your eldest sister soon. After you prepare the desserts and fruits, give us some space, okay?"
"I understand, Mom."
Su Tian didn't plan to meet the people from the Huo family anyway.
The eldest daughter of the family, Su Yurou, looked worried, "Mom, I don't know what kind of person Huo Beichen is?"
"He's the grandson of your grandfather's old comrade, how bad could his family circumstances be?
Let's see how it goes later. If we all find him suitable, we'll agree.
If not, there's nothing to worry about.
It’s a modern society, an oral agreement made between two old folks years ago can’t be enforced like law, right?" The light flickered in Su Yurou's eyes.
...
On the highway of Fan City.
A light blue ultra-luxury Lamborghini sports car is driving on the road.
Sitting in the passenger's seat, Huo Beichen, his deep black eyes masked a hint of impatience.
The man with a high nose ridge has impeccably handsome features.
Driving, He Wang laughed and said, "Brother Chen, why don't you just stop going on these blind dates? I can find someone to give the Su family some money and send them away?"
He Wang knows well the temper of this esteemed young master —
In his younger years, he loved to study; as an adult, he became obsessed with his work and couldn't pull away.
For twenty-eight years, there has never been anything related to romantic feelings in his life.
In the whole city of Jinghai, the socialites and rich daughters lining up to court him all want this hard-to-reach flower.
But all in vain.
"Why don't you go talk to my grandfather?" Huo Beichen spoke.
His voice was cool and noble.
He Wang shrugged, "Oh brother Chen, you have such a great sense of humor!"
This matter of Huo Beichen's marriage was arranged by old Mr. Huo before his death.
He and Grandfather Su Weiguo of the Su family had formed a bond on the battlefield when they were young.
They had agreed on their children's marriage when they were still young.
Later on, as time passed and circumstances changed, the two lost contact and had not seen each other for many years.
Finally, in their old age, they found out about each other's whereabouts.
Unfortunately, one was on his deathbed, and the other was senile due to age and sickness.
On his deathbed, Grandfather Huo held Huo Beichen's hand and urged him not to let people down!
Huo Beichen agreed.
However, he procrastinated for two years until he could delay no longer before he decided to go to the Su's family to fulfill his grandfather's last wish.
He Wang was quick-witted.
He said, "Beichen, if you really don't want to do this, there's a way out—
You can pretend to be poor when you go to the Su family. If they take the initiative to break the engagement, you can't do anything about it, right? It wouldn't count as letting people down, would it?
Moreover, if they despise your poverty, even Grandfather Huo would understand that they are not a good match, right?"
"But what if they don't despise my poverty?" Huo Beichen asked.
He Wang scratched his head: "Well, we'll deal with that when it comes..."
Huo Beichen slightly closed his eyes....
Hearing the sound of a car outside, Su's mother, Xu Liuhua, immediately stands up and looks outside.
"Yu Rou, let's go and welcome the distinguished guests together."
Xu Liuhua neatens herself up in the mirror.
She has heard before that the Huo family is very wealthy.
Huo Beichen was born with a golden spoon in his mouth.
She's quite satisfied with this marriage.
Su Yu Rou follows her mother's footsteps.
An old Jetta drives in, kicking up a cloud of dust.
Xu Liuhua and Su Yu Rou cough a few times, choked by the dust.
...
Two men step out of the car.
They're both dressed quite ordinarily, in jackets and jeans.
Although their clothes are clean and tidy, their style is quite outdated.
The cuffs even show signs of wear.
The smiles on Xu Liuhua and Su Yu Rou's faces freeze in an instant.
Full of anticipation, it had turned into awkward discomfort.
Xu Liuhua recalled hearing before, about the declining business of the Huo family in recent years, eroding away their wealth.
She thought before, no matter how declined, there would be some assets left.
It seemed now that they were indeed thoroughly ruined.
...
"Hello, Aunt." said Huo Beichen. "This is my friend He Wang."
"Hello, Aunt! Is this Miss Su Yurou, the granddaughter of Elder Su? She's quite beautiful!" He Wang enthusiastically chimed in.
"I'm Su Yurou, nice to meet you." Su Yurou didn't feel like talking much upon seeing their condition.
Huo Beichen simply nodded as a form of greeting.
Only then Su Yurou noticed his exceptionally handsome and dashing appearance.
He was also extraordinarily tall, so much so she had to tilt her head upwards to see his face clearly.
A man who makes hearts flutter.
It's a pity, he is so poor.
No matter how good-looking the face, how can it serve as a meal?
Rationality triumphed over the impact of good looks in her heart.
"Come in and sit down first." Xu Liuhua's voice was cold.
Her smile also faded. Huo Beichen and He Wang entered the Su family's living room.
...
The Su family owns a company. While not considered rich and powerful, they did hold some wealth.
The decor of their home revealed their real estate.
Father Su, Su Chengbang, was reading a newspaper on the sofa. When greeting Huo Beichen and He Wang, he was quietly judging them.
He Wang gave Huo Beichen a look, hinting at earning brownie points.
See, this family's attitude does not seem to be eager to marry off their daughter.
Fei Wang set down the gifts: "Uncle and Aunt, this is a small token of gesture from Brother Chen."
It was some health supplements and fruits.
At this point, Xu Liuhua was completely displeased. They didn't even buy any premium cigarettes or alcohol, and they dared to visit.
"Sit." She said.
As they sat down, she smilingly asked: "Beichen, how's your family? Your parents haven't retired yet, right?"
"Thank you for your concern, everyone at home is doing fine. My parents have already retired."
"I remember your parents aren't that old, they've retired already?"
"The elders wanted to enjoy some time together in their own world, so they retired early."
Currently, Mr. and Mrs. Huo are globetrotting and enjoying their time immensely. Xu Liuhua: "That's wonderful. Where did you buy your house in Fancheng?"
"I haven't bought a house in Fancheng yet."
It's not that Huo Beichen is pretending to be poor.
The Huo family's business has always been in Jinghai, and Fancheng only has a branch. He doesn't come often and usually stays at the family-owned hotel.
Xu Liuhua didn’t pursue his interest any longer.
However, it wasn't polite to turn away a guest that came from far away.
"Su Tian, come and serve the tea."
Su Tian came out holding the prepared desserts, fruits, and tea.
The girl was wearing a cotton home dress, without any makeup, her long hair cascading over her shoulders.
She walked over, arriving at Huo Beichen's side.
A light, sweet fragrance of the tea made Huo Beichen, who was initially disinterested, unconsciously look up.
The purely beautiful face of the girl appeared in Huo Beichen's eyes.
Her skin was porcelain white, her eyebrows and eyes were exquisite and unique.
A tiny mole near the corner of her eye added a touch of charm to her pure countenance.
The girl dropped her gaze, silently pouring tea for Huo Beichen.
