The President's Tender Trap

"Hello, Su Wan's parents." He greeted Su Wan's parents politely, his tone gentle but firm.

"Hello, Lu Ming, welcome." Su Wan's father responded, trying to be friendly, but there was a hint of scrutiny in his eyes.

As the gathering began, the atmosphere gradually became more tense. Relatives gathered around Lu Ming, asking him about his work and life, but the questions gradually became more in-depth and even a little direct.

"How long have you been working in the company? I heard that you are very busy. Can you spare some time to accompany Su Wan?" a relative asked curiously.

"Yes, I'm very busy at work, but I've been trying to adjust my time." Lu Ming answered with a smile, but Su Wan could sense a hint of nervousness in his tone.

"Since you are so busy, your marriage won't be delayed, right?" another relative asked with a hint of sarcasm in his tone.

Su Wan's heart suddenly tightened. Such a question made her feel uneasy. She knew that her relatives' concerns were out of concern for her, but such a question undoubtedly made Lu Ming feel pressured.

"I'll do it as soon as possible." Lu Ming answered calmly, trying his best to show confidence, but Su Wan could see beads of sweat on his forehead.

"I hope you can consider it carefully." The relative's words made the atmosphere more tense, and Su Wan's parents also began to show worried expressions.

"I know both parents are worried about us," Lu Ming interrupted the awkward atmosphere, "I will try my best to make Su Wan happy."

Hearing this, Su Wan's heart warmed, but she could still feel the scrutiny around her. She decided to take the initiative to step forward and ease the tense atmosphere.

"How was everyone's meal? The dishes I just cooked were delicious!" She tried to smile and change the subject.

"Of course it's delicious! Su Wan's cooking skills are great." A relative immediately agreed, and the atmosphere eased slightly.

At this moment, Lu Ming also took the initiative to help Su Wan serve the dishes and prepare to pour everyone's wine. "I'll help you, Su Wan." He said with a smile, his eyes conveying a firmness that made her feel supported.

Despite the two's efforts to create a relaxed atmosphere, a hint of tension still permeated the gathering. Both families still had limited understanding of each other, and the resulting misunderstandings and doubts hung over their hearts like a haze.

"How long have you been together?" an elder suddenly asked, breaking the brief silence.

"Almost a year," Su Wan answered truthfully, only to find that everyone's attention was once again focused on her and Lu Ming. She could sense her parents' anticipation and the scrutiny of Lu Ming from her relatives.

"Lu Ming, how is your work-life balance?" The elder asked with a hint of concern in his tone.

"I'm trying to adjust my time and spend as much time with Su Wan as possible." Lu Ming's tone was firm, but Su Wan felt that he seemed to be suppressing some emotions.

"I'm really worried about your future," the elder continued. "Young people these days are under so much work pressure, it's a question whether they can maintain their romantic lives."

Su Wan felt a wave of unease. She knew these questions were all out of concern for her, but at the moment, they weighed heavily on her heart. She gritted her teeth and resolved to face it bravely.

"I know everyone is concerned about me." Su Wan tried to remain calm, "But we will work hard to find a balance. After all, relationships take time to cultivate."

Lu Ming also nodded in agreement: "I will try my best to adjust my work to ensure that I can face future challenges with Su Wan."

The uneasy atmosphere at the party seemed to ease at this moment. But just when they thought they could relax, Su Wan's aunt suddenly interrupted: "You are not young anymore, isn't it time to think about getting married?"

These words hit Su Wan's heart like a heavy hammer. Her cheeks were slightly hot, and she couldn't help feeling embarrassed.

"We're still working on developing our relationship." Su Wan suppressed her uneasiness and tried her best to keep smiling. "We can take our time with marriage."

"Take your time? You can't wait too long." Auntie said with concern, "Young people are afraid to get married these days. It's really worrying."

Su Wan felt a surge of irritation. She could sense the gathering was becoming increasingly tense, and a hint of embarrassment crossed Lu Ming's face. She knew her aunt's concern stemmed from her concern for her future, but the pressure felt like an invisible burden.

"We'll seriously consider it." Lu Ming smiled slightly, trying to lighten the mood. "But right now, we want to enjoy each other's company more. We'll naturally make arrangements for the future."

"That makes sense. Young people should enjoy life." Su Wan's father interrupted at the right time, trying to ease the atmosphere.

The atmosphere at the party eased slightly after this mediation, but Su Wan still felt a little pressure. She could sense the doubts and concerns of both families about this relationship, but this misunderstanding made her feel helpless.

At the end of the party, everyone started discussing their hopes for the future. Su Wan and Lu Ming listened quietly, trying not to get involved in any overly serious discussions.

"I hope you can think carefully about your future direction," a relative said with emotion. "Young people should have goals and learn to tolerate each other."

"We will." Su Wan said firmly, with confidence flashing in her eyes.

At this moment, Lu Ming's hand gently held hers, conveying warmth and strength. Su Wan looked at him and felt a sense of peace in her heart. Although the pressure from the outside world still existed, with his company, she believed that everything would become better.

After the party, Su Wan and Lu Ming cleaned up the mess together. Despite the tense atmosphere, the two still tried to keep smiling. The tacit understanding between them made them feel an invisible power.

"Although it was a little awkward today, I feel our relationship has become stronger." Su Wan said softly, with firm belief in her eyes.

"Me too." Lu Ming's eyes were gentle yet firm. "No matter what happens in the outside world, we must trust each other and face the future together."

At such moments, Su Wan felt a surge of warmth in her heart. Although family gatherings were filled with pressure and misunderstandings, it was this experience that made her cherish her relationship with Lu Ming even more. No matter what challenges the future held, she was willing to continue walking with him.

After some turbulence, the atmosphere at the gathering finally calmed down. Although Su Wan's parents and relatives still had doubts about Lu Ming's work and future, their efforts and performance had given them a deeper understanding of him. As time went on, the gathering gradually shifted from serious discussions to casual conversation.

"Lu Ming, what do you do in the company?" A young relative took the initiative to ask, wanting to know more about him.