"Yes."
Gu Ruochu had met Gu Zexi when he made an appearance on the movie set when she was filming Director Wang Gang's movie.
Zhang Yuan continued introducing the members of the Ning family to Gu Ruochu. "This is your uncle and aunt. This your distant cousin..."
Several members of the Ning family had attended the meeting. Every one of them greeted Gu Ruochu with a smile on their face.
Eventually, Zhang Yuan introduced Ning Zongxuan and Ning Tangxi to Gu Ruochu. She introduced them last because she knew that they did not like Gu Ruochu.
Ning Tangxi could not help but snigger when she saw Gu Ruochu's indifferent expression.
She felt that Gu Ruochu was only pretending and that her true colors would soon show.
Ning Tang had a reprimanding look on his face as he glanced at Ning Tangxi.
Gu Ruochu tugged at the corner of Huo Nanchen's shirt. He held her hand and walked towards the dining room. "Since everyone is here, let's get ready for dinner."
The servants in the kitchen frantically made the final preparations for the meals they had prepared.
A large dining table had been set to accommodate all the guests. As everyone walked to their seats, Gu Ruochu avoided making eye contact with Zhang Yuan.
Huo Nanchen pulled out a chair for Gu Ruochu to sit on before he sat down. He glanced at the dishes on the table and scooped a bowl of soup for her.
"Drink the soup first."
Even as the guests at the table watched the couple, Huo Nanchen calmly rolled up his golden sleeves and scooped up the soup for Gu Ruochu. His movements were extremely skillful.
Ning Tangxi felt irritated when she saw the scene. Huo Nanchen was treating Gu Ruochu as if she was a little child.
The more Ning Tangxi looked at the couple, the worse she felt, and the angrier she got.
Ning Tangxi felt that Gu Ruochu was overly arrogant and indulgent. She had turned into a spoiled brat. She even needed a man to serve her food when she ate. What right did she have?
Not only had Gu Ruochu captured all of Huo Nanchen's attention, but she had also become a threat to Ning Tangxi's position in the Ning family.
When Ning Tangxi thought about it, she dug her fingernails into her palm in anger.
"Don't drink too much wine."
Ning Tang saw that his daughter was on her second glass of wine and quickly stopped her. Ning Tangxi's lips curled into a cold smile.
Zhang Yuan suddenly got up and quickly sat on the empty seat next to Gu Ruochu.
Ning Tang was stunned by her sudden action, but he did not stop her.
Gu Ruochu almost clung onto Huo Nanchen. She had not expected Zhang Yuan to make a move so soon.
Zhang Yuan's heart was pounding. She had only wanted to get closer to her daughter.
Even though Zhang Yuan did not want to force Gu Ruochu to acknowledge her, she could not fight her maternal instincts.
The atmosphere at the table was awkward. Only Ning Tang and Huo Zhenggang talked to each other. Everyone else ate in silence.
Halfway through the meal, Zhang Yuan nudged her husband.
"Ning Tang, let's talk about it."
Everyone at the table fell silent. They did not know what Ning Tang and his wife wanted to say.
Ning Tangxi and Ning Zongxuan exchanged cold glances. They knew what Zhang Yuan was up to.
"Ruochu, Ning Tang and I have something to tell you." Zhang Yuan looked at Gu Ruochu with a gentle expression. "I have decided to transfer all my shares in the Ning and Zhang family companies to you. I've already informed your grandfather and told him about you."
Suddenly, a wine glass fell to the floor. Ning Tangxi could no longer contain her anger. She stood up and glared at Gu Ruochu.
"Mother, I don't think you've discussed this with me and my brother, have you? My brother and I haven't agreed to it, so why should you give her the shares?"