Abstinence Pei, don't be too sweet when chasing your wife

After being persuaded by his mother and grandmother, Pei Luonan fell into deep conflict.

He knew that his family's starting point was for his own good, and he also understood that this New Year's Eve dinner might be an important opportunity for the development of his and Gu Fanxing's relationship.

However, he knew Gu Fanxing's situation and her character better, and he was not sure whether she would accept the invitation.

After repeated consideration, Pei Luonan decided to meet with Gu Fanxing and tell her his family's thoughts and wishes in person. No matter what decision Gu Fanxing made in the end, he would respect her.

Pei Luonan called Gu Fanxing and asked her to meet in a quiet cafe.

When Gu Fanxing received the call, he was looking up information in the dormitory.

When she heard Pei Luonan asked her out, she looked at the time. It happened that they had a self-study class tonight and could take a leave, so she agreed to meet Pei Luonan.

The cafe was filled with the rich aroma of coffee and soft music flowed in the air.

Pei Luonan arrived at the agreed location early. He chose a corner by the window, which was relatively quiet and allowed them to have a good chat.

He ordered a latte and looked at the street view outside the window, but his thoughts had already drifted to the upcoming meeting.

After a while, Gu Fanxing came.

She was wearing a simple white coat and her face was a little pale. It might be because she had to take care of her grandmother and study at the same time during this period, which was too tiring. There was a hint of fatigue in her eyes, but when she saw Pei Luonan, she still tried to force out a smile.

"Ms. Gu, you're here. What would you like to drink?" Pei Luonan stood up and pulled out a chair for Gu Fanxing.

"A cup of American coffee, please, thank you." Gu Fanxing nodded slightly and sat down.

Pei Luonan looked at Gu Fanxing, feeling a little reluctant.

He knew that she must have had a hard time during this period, having to deal with her own revenge plan and studies, while also taking care of her sick grandmother.

He hesitated for a moment, but still spoke: "Fanxing, I asked you out today because I want to tell you something. As you know, the New Year is coming soon, and my family...they hope you can come to my house for the New Year's Eve dinner."

Gu Fanxing frowned slightly. She gently stirred the coffee in front of her. She was silent for a while, then said, "Boss Pei, originally, we were in a cooperative relationship under the agreement. Due to the needs of cooperation, as long as the request was not particularly excessive, I should agree. But we are just a cooperative relationship. I shouldn't give your family too much hope, so as to bring them too much disappointment when the agreement ends."

Pei Luonan expected her to have such concerns, and he hurriedly said: "Miss Gu, I know we are boyfriend and girlfriend by agreement, but my grandmother really likes you. She just wants you to feel the warmth of home at such a family reunion moment."

Gu Fanxing raised her head and looked into Pei Luonan's eyes: "But, President Pei, my grandmother's injury hasn't healed yet, I can't leave her alone to have the New Year's Eve dinner at your house. I have to be by her side to take care of her, especially during the New Year, she needs me."

Hearing Gu Fanxing's refusal, Pei Luonan felt a little disappointed, but he also understood her situation.

So he nodded: "Okay, Miss Gu, I respect your decision. Take good care of grandma, and tell me if you need any help."

After saying this, Pei Luonan fell into deep thought.

Suddenly, an idea flashed through his mind. He wanted Gu Fanxing to bring his grandmother to his house for the New Year's Eve dinner. This way, his grandmother could also feel the atmosphere of reunion, and Gu Fanxing would not have to be separated from his grandmother.

However, as soon as this thought came to him, he fell into deep thought.

My grandmother is injured and weak, so it is really not suitable for her to travel by boat.

The Pei family is quite a distance away from here. The bumps on the road might make grandma's condition worse. Moreover, grandma might not be able to adapt to the unfamiliar environment. It would be terrible if it affected her physical recovery.

Thinking of this, Pei Luonan shook his head helplessly and could only give up this idea.

Gu Fanxing smiled slightly: "Thank you, Mr. Pei. I will take good care of grandma, and you should have a good New Year. I wish you a happy New Year in advance, and peace and prosperity."

Afterwards, the two of them finished their coffee in silence, and the atmosphere was a bit dull.

Pei Luonan stood up and sent Gu Fanxing out of the cafe, watching her leave with helplessness in his heart. He knew that this rejection might make the relationship between them a little subtle, but he also respected Gu Fanxing's choice.

Gu Fanxing was walking on the way home, feeling a little sad.

She actually felt a little sorry for Pei Luonan, but the current situation prevented her from accepting his invitation.

Grandma's illness, revenge plan, and the complicated agreement between her and Pei Luonan were like mountains weighing on her heart. She didn't know what the future would be like for her and Pei Luonan, but she knew that at this time, grandma was her most important responsibility.

When Gu Fanxing thought of her injured grandmother, her mood calmed down. Her grandmother needed her care the most right now. As long as she could be with her grandmother, that would be the greatest happiness. Everything else was secondary and she didn't need to worry too much about it.

When Gu Fanxing returned to the dormitory, Ling Jiuer seemed to sense something was wrong with her: "Xingxing, what's wrong with you? You look so sad, did something happen?"

Gu Fanxing knew that Ling Jiuer really cared about her, but she couldn't tell the truth, so she had to tell Ling Jiuer a white lie: "It's okay, I'm too tired recently, and I'm not in a good mood. I'll be fine after a rest."

Hearing Gu Fanxing say this, Ling Jiuer felt relieved and didn't think about it anymore.

When Pei Luonan returned home, Pei's mother and the old lady immediately surrounded him: "Son, how is it? Did Fanxing agree?"

Pei Luonan shook his head: "She refused. Her grandmother was injured and she wanted to take care of her. She didn't want her grandmother to spend New Year's Eve alone."

Mother Pei was a little disappointed: "Ah, this child is really filial. What should we do? We are almost ready."

Pei Luonan looked at his mother and grandmother: "Mom, grandma, we have to respect her decision. She has more important things to do now, we can't force her."

The old lady nodded: "Well, if that's the case, then let it go. I hope grandma can recover soon."

Although everyone expressed understanding, there was still a sense of loss in the air.

Pei Luochuan was listening at the side, feeling a little frustrated: "Brother, what should we do? Our plans have all gone to waste."

Father Pei came out of the study, and seeing everyone like this, he asked, "What's wrong? Fanxing is not coming?" Pei Luonan nodded, and Father Pei patted Pei Luonan on the shoulder: "The child has difficulties, we have to understand. However, without Fanxing, this New Year's Eve dinner really feels like something is missing."

Next, the Pei family's preparations for the New Year's Eve dinner seemed to have lost their original enthusiasm. The servants looked at the somewhat depressed Pei Mother and the old lady, and did their work very carefully, for they were really afraid that a careless move or a small action would trigger their memories and make them feel disappointed.

The restaurant was still beautifully decorated, but it lacked the warmth she had expected. Mother Pei looked at the flowers and exquisite tableware that had been prepared on the dining table and sighed silently.

Pei Luonan returned to his room, sat at the desk, and looked at the night outside the window.

Gu Fanxing's face and the determined look in her eyes when she refused kept appearing in his mind.

He knew that although the New Year's Eve dinner plan had failed, the story between him and Gu Fanxing was not over yet.

He would respect her decision and wait for the right time. He believed that one day they would be able to truly sit together and have a warm New Year's Eve dinner with their family.

On the eve of this reunion festival, everyone has helplessness and persistence. The regrets left by fate can only be resolved by time. Respecting Gu Fanxing's choice is Pei Luonan's most sincere love for her.