msmithbooks Chapter 485 For Good Luck
Chapter 485 For Good Luck
Chapter 485 For Good Luck
After dinner, the living room was warm and cozy, with the television screen casting a soft glow.
The young couple nestled on either side of their grandfather, watching the Huagu Opera with him, specifically the classic "Liu Hai Cuts Wood".
Grandpa was sitting right next to his granddaughter. He was clearly very happy, his face beaming with smiles that stretched almost to his ears. He would chat with them enthusiastically from time to time, telling them stories about his grandmother's interesting experiences at the Huagu Opera Theater.
This relaxed and pleasant atmosphere seemed to slow down the pace of time.
After lingering in the room for a short while, my uncle came out wearing a sharp business jacket.
The jacket's crisp fabric and superior quality made my uncle look exceptionally energetic.
He was holding a large, heavy red envelope in his hand. He walked straight to Yu Huan, raised his hand and handed it to her, saying, "Little Yu, this is your first time here. This red envelope is a small token of my appreciation. It's for the newlyweds to have good luck. We don't have any special customs at home. I hope you'll come often in the future."
Upon hearing this, Yu Huan immediately put on a polite smile.
He politely declined at first, but with everyone's encouragement, he eventually accepted the red envelope and carefully put it in his pocket.
After tidying up a bit, the group prepared to head out to their uncle's house.
Duan Yue and Yu Huan walked side by side, their steps in sync, as they entered the elevator together.
Duan Yue glanced up casually at Yu Huan's face, which was covered by a mask, and couldn't help but tease, "Look, this is the price of fame! You and You Rong have to wear masks all the time when you go out now, and you have to be careful not to be recognized. It's really not easy."
Behind the two, Lin Yourong steadily supported her grandfather with both hands, her steps neither hurried nor slow.
She smiled and continued, "I can only say that everything has its advantages and disadvantages."
At this moment, Auntie gently closed the front door, her face beaming with a bright smile, and joined the conversation: "I still remember when You Rong was little, she would run around the streets with A Yue and Fei Yu. Who would have thought that she would end up on the path of performing arts? But being loved by so many people, even if it's a bit troublesome to go out, I think it's all worth it."
Duan Yue seemed to be thinking about something, and then said thoughtfully, "But speaking of which, now that you're so famous, you'll have to be even more careful when you go out. There are quite a few paparazzi who specialize in staking out celebrities, hoping to get some juicy scoops."
Upon hearing this, a hint of helplessness flashed across Yu Huan's face.
He sighed softly and said with deep feeling, "Yes, sometimes it's really frustrating. It feels like all my personal space has been squeezed out. Even something as simple as going out for a meal has to be done carefully, for fear of being discovered."
As they were talking, a dull hum of machinery came from the elevator shaft.
Immediately afterwards, a crisp "ding" sounded, the elevator doors slowly opened, and the metal door panels slid smoothly to both sides, making a slight friction sound.
The group entered the elevator in an orderly fashion.
When the elevator was running, the ventilation vents made a "whooshing" sound, and a gust of cold air rushed in through the gaps.
Yu Huan stood in the innermost room and subconsciously tightened her coat.
Turning her head unintentionally, she happened to meet her uncle's gaze, and a polite smile immediately appeared on his face.
The uncle nodded slightly, gave a faint smile, picked up where they left off, and spoke slowly and deliberately.
“Information spreads so fast these days that celebrities’ every move is easily scrutinized. You and You Rong are in the same boat; you need to find a balance between public attention and your personal life. On the one hand, you need to protect your privacy, keep a low profile when you go out, and choose relatively private places. On the other hand, you also need to maintain appropriate communication with the media to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings and conflicts.” Duan Yue nodded eagerly, agreeing, and said, “Dad, you’re absolutely right! With the internet so developed now, even the smallest things can be blown out of proportion online. Yu Huan, you work at a newspaper, so you definitely know more about this than we do. You need to help You Rong keep a close eye on things.”
"Yes, Rongrong has just begun to make a name for herself in the entertainment industry, and she has a long road ahead of her. I will fully support her and protect her at the same time," Yu Huan assured her without batting an eye.
As soon as he finished speaking, the elevator came to a smooth, slow stop.
With a "ding," the elevator doors slid open to both sides, revealing the spacious lobby of the residential complex.
The crowd filed out in an orderly fashion.
My uncle's steady and powerful voice echoed in the empty hall.
"Xiao Yu, where did you park your car?"
Yu Huan's lips twitched, but before she could utter a sound, Duan Yue interrupted with a smile, "It's parked at the main gate."
The uncle nodded slightly and then said, "Then I'll ride in the same car with Xiao Yu and You Rong. You're taking Grandpa and the children with you, so please drive carefully and slowly on the road."
"Okay, Dad, don't worry." Duan Yue nodded slightly.
Upon hearing this conversation, Yu Huan casually remarked, "My uncle's driver went home for the Chinese New Year."
“It’s the Lunar New Year, people need to reunite with their families,” Duan Yue replied with a smile.
As the group stepped out of the hall, a wave of cold air surged in, making them shrink back in shock.
Although it was well past noon, the sunlight was still weak, only able to filter through the clouds and cast thin, cool rays of light.
Today's weather is clearly not as sunny and bright as yesterday's.
As Yu Huan strolled along, he glanced at his uncle walking beside him. Perhaps because his uncle had long held a high position, he naturally exuded an aura of authority.
Fortunately, he is now considered an elder in their family and is highly regarded by them.
When Yu Huan started interacting with her uncle, she no longer felt the initial awkwardness and became more at ease.
With a change of heart, Yu Huan looked back at Lin Yourong, who was following closely behind, and said with a smile, "Although this is the second time I've been to my uncle's house, the first time I went, I drank some wine and was a bit tipsy. By the time I woke up, we were almost there, so I had no recollection of it at all."
Before he could finish speaking, his uncle gently interjected, "Then I'll sit in the passenger seat and show you the way."
Upon hearing this, Yu Huan quickly said, "Then thank you so much, Uncle! I'm really not familiar with the roads around here. When I came here before, I relied entirely on the navigation and Rongrong's help to find the place."
My uncle waved his hand and then laughed, quite talkatively, "In my early years, I ran through every street and alley in Wuling countless times for work. I knew exactly which intersections were prone to traffic jams and which side streets offered shortcuts."
(End of this chapter)