MLROCSHR Chapter 41

Chapter 41 Gathering

Li Yang single-handedly made himself universally disliked!

As Ling Yu’s direct superior, Lian Xun naturally sided with Ling Yu, protecting his own. Furthermore, Lian Xun had never liked Li Yang much to begin with…

And there was also his sister, Li Yu!

With various buffs stacked on top of each other, Lian Xun’s dislike for Li Yang escalated to a new level.

Qi Luzhi had been thoroughly set up by Li Yang this time, so naturally, he wouldn’t give him a pleasant look.

Li Yang was swamped with work at the company and still had to squeeze in time to see Ling Yu. Of course, he was always ruthlessly turned away.

He was quite depressed and wanted to invite his brothers out for a drink, but no one paid him any attention.

Because Wei Xueming had also just gotten a new girlfriend and was completely engrossed in his own little world, he had no time to spare for him.

This day, after finishing the work at hand, it was still early, so Li Yang took the initiative to arrange a gathering, inviting Qi Luzhi and Wei Xueming to hang out.

On the one hand, it was to apologize to Qi Luzhi, and on the other hand, it had been a while since the few of them had gotten together.

The location was chosen at Li Yang’s own villa, considering that Qi Luzhi and Lian Xun didn’t want to publicly announce their relationship yet. Going outside would make it easy for people with ulterior motives to take photos, so it was better to be comfortable at home.

Qi Luzhi had asked Lian Xun if he wanted to make it official, but when Lian Xun thought about how much commotion he had caused back then, almost turning Sheng Shao Group upside down, he immediately shook his head like a rattle-drum.

If they were to announce it now, he couldn’t even imagine how the media would explode. He didn’t care about himself, but he didn’t want Qi Luzhi to bear those unnecessary worldly pressures.

After all, not everyone in this society can accept same-sex love.

Happiness is one’s own, and it’s not necessary for everyone to know.

Lian Xun insisted on keeping it private, so Qi Luzhi let him have his way.

Besides Wei Xueming and Li Yang’s family, no one else knew about their relationship.

On the day of the gathering, Lian Xun changed into casual clothes, which made him look even more youthful. Qi Luzhi was still wearing a sharp black suit. His wardrobe had almost nothing but suits.

It was already late, but Lian Xun was still lingering in front of the mirror, fussing over the strands of hair on his forehead, muttering unwillingly, “Do we really have to go? I’d rather stay home and watch a movie with you.”

Qi Luzhi was playing with the car keys in his hand, leaning against the doorframe looking at Lian Xun. Although he still had an icy expression, his gaze was much softer.

“Don’t be so hard on Li Yang, he’s not as annoying as you think.”

Lian Xun snorted coldly, “He’s trying to drive a wedge between us, his intentions are sinister, and you’re actually speaking up for him.”

Qi Luzhi chuckled and stepped forward, putting an arm around Lian Xun’s waist and planting a kiss on his forehead, “Alright, why bother with a single dog like him? Besides, no one can drive a wedge between us.”

“That’s for sure!” Lian Xun looked proud.

When the two drove to the Li family’s villa, it was already dark. Wei Xueming had arrived early and was teasing Li Yu in the living room. No one knows what he said, but Li Yu’s cheeks were flushed with anger, and she was chasing him around the room.

Li Yang’s home was an aerial villa located in the city center. Through the spacious floor-to-ceiling windows, one could have a panoramic view of the city’s night scene.

Standing at a high vantage point, the lights were brilliant, and the shadows intertwined. The glass of the high-rise buildings reflected the neon lights, like jewels embedded in the darkness, shining brightly, giving it a unique charm.

Li Yang’s parents preferred peace and quiet and lived in the old house in the suburbs. Only Li Yang lived here, and Li Yu would occasionally come over to play.

Seeing Qi Luzhi, Li Yu’s face lit up, and she trotted over, ready to pounce on him.

Lian Xun’s whole body’s warning radar immediately activated, pulling Qi Luzhi behind him before Li Yu could pounce.

“Hey, you’re a girl, can’t you be a little more reserved?” Lian Xun held Qi Luzhi’s hand in one hand and blocked Li Yu with the other. “I’m warning you, he’s mine now, so keep your hands to yourself.”

A trace of displeasure flashed across Li Yu’s face. She rolled her eyes, as if she was plotting something mischievous.

Taking advantage of Lian Xun’s carelessness, she took a stride from the side and grabbed Qi Luzhi’s arm, looking like a fangirl. “Luzhi *gege*, I just like you so, so much, would you consider being my boyfriend?”

“Let him go!” Lian Xun angrily tried to pull her hand off Qi Luzhi’s arm, but Li Yu held on tightly.

“I won’t let go!”

“Let go!”

“I won’t!”

“…”

Qi Luzhi smiled, watching the two of them arguing like elementary school students. He didn’t stop them, only feeling that Lian Xun, when jealous, was particularly cute.

“Xiao Yu, stop fooling around, let them in quickly,” Li Yang reminded her sternly from a distance.

From the brother’s bloodline suppression, Li Yu immediately backed down, “Okay.”

Seeing Lian Xun, who was still on guard, Li Yu’s expression became serious, “I admit, I used to like Luzhi *gege* a little, but I won’t hang myself on one tree.”

“There are plenty of men in the world!” Li Yu said, tossing her flowing hair and leaving with a flourish!

That’s right, she was just deliberately trying to anger Lian Xun, who told him to always treat her like a love rival without rhyme or reason, guarding against her as if she were a thief, which was very annoying!

After learning that Qi Luzhi and Lian Xun were officially together, Li Yang told Li Yu directly. Li Yu was shocked when she heard the news, but she found that she didn’t seem to be very sad. Instead, she sincerely wished Qi Luzhi happiness.

Perhaps, her feelings for Qi Luzhi had always been like a sister’s feelings for her brother, but she had mistakenly taken it for love all along.

The coffee table in the center of the living room was filled with prepared fruits, dishes, and Li Yang’s treasured wines.

They were all people who knew each other inside and out, so there was no need to be so formal. The few of them sat around on the sofa, chatting casually.

“President Li, among us brothers, you’re the only one who’s still single. Come on, let’s talk about your feelings,” Wei Xueming said, pouring wine and being a smartass.

Li Yang glared at him, “Your relationship’s expiration date is shorter than yogurt. I dare to bet that you’ll be dumped within three days!”

“…What do you know?” Wei Xueming, whose sore spot had been hit, stubbornly refused to admit it. “It’s so boring to only be in a relationship with one person. A man as outstanding as me, so many women dream of having a fling with me. I’m benefiting the masses.”

Qi Luzhi: “How could I have such a shameless friend?”

Lian Xun: “I’d like to know too.”

Li Yang: “Just keep being a player. Wait until you meet someone you can’t let go of for the rest of your life, and they dump you because you’re a rotten cucumber, then you’ll have nowhere to cry.”

Wei Xueming didn’t think so, “That’s impossible!”

“Xueming *gege*, don’t speak so definitively, or you might get slapped in the face,” Li Yu also spoke up for her brother.

The couple on the side were too lazy to participate in their argument, being lovey-dovey as if no one else was there. Qi Luzhi peeled a mandarin orange and fed it to Lian Xun, “Is it sweet?”

Lian Xun quickly pecked Qi Luzhi on the lips and smiled, “You’re sweeter!”