Upon seeing that it was Gu Chen, Song Fan glanced at Gu Zhuo with confusion. Gu Zhuo quickly explained, "I don't know why he's here either, but my dad would never invite him."
These words held true. The relationship between Gu Hai and Gu Chen was akin to fire and water; they couldn't even maintain a semblance of civility. Inviting Gu Chen to a private banquet would be self-sabotage.
Song Fan had no desire to find out Gu Chen's purpose for being there either. She remained seated on the sofa. Nonchalantly, she asked Gu Zhuo, "Don't you have any desserts at home?"
Gu Zhuo promptly summoned a servant to fetch a slice of cake for her before heading over to greet Gu Chen.
After all, they were cousins, and it would be unnatural not to acknowledge their presence.
