Chapter 280: Gu Jia Zhuang Yuan

The Gu Jia Zhuang Yuan is located on a small range of hills in Jinling; driving through a lush bamboo forest, one can see an antique-style family estate standing quietly, as if it were a guardian of time, witnessing the countless changes of spring and autumn.

The perimeter of the estate is a high green-brick wall, covered in vines of time, with a few bright roses occasionally peeking out from the top, adding a touch of vivid color to this solemn estate.

The main gate of the estate consists of two heavy rosewood doors, carved with exquisite dragon and phoenix patterns, symbolizing the family's nobility and good fortune. On both sides of the gate stand a pair of stone lions, guarding the estate majestically, as if they were the family's guardian deities.

At this moment, the estate's main gate is wide open, welcoming guests from all directions. They are dressed in gorgeous attire, some wearing robes embroidered with gold thread, others draped in exquisite silk capes, each person's outfit highlighting their status and taste.

The guests walk in groups, slowly driving into the estate, their laughter and chatter spreading everywhere, creating a festive and enthusiastic atmosphere.

And our protagonist makes his entrance at this time.

The Lamborghini, the exclusive mount of the Beauty Scorpion of the Scorpion Society, stops in the parking lot outside the main gate; Su Xiao, sitting in the passenger seat, gets out with the driver and they open the rear doors simultaneously.

Chen Che and Jiang Lan get out of the car from the left and right at the same time.

Chen Che is tall and upright, his custom-made black evening suit perfectly setting off his physique. The cut of the suit is sophisticated with fluid lines, and every detail reveals his refinement and taste. His shoulders are broad and his chest is solid, the shoulder design of the evening suit perfectly showcasing his masculine charm.

His face is handsome with deep-set features, as if he were a work of art meticulously carved by a sculptor. His eyes are bright and spirited, as if they could see into people's hearts, revealing wisdom and determination in his gaze. His nose is straight and his lips are thin, always carrying a hint of a confident smile.

His hairstyle is even more meticulously groomed, showing a kind of effortless elegance. Every strand of hair falls exactly where it should, neither too rigid nor appearing casual.

His beard is also trimmed neatly, echoing his hairstyle and adding a bit of mature masculine charm.

But Chen Che seems somewhat unaccustomed to this attire, twisting his shoulders uncomfortably.

Suddenly, a fragrance lingers; it is Jiang Lan pressing up from behind, a fair hand hooking into Chen Che's muscular arm, smiling gently at him.

Jiang Lan is wearing a deep blue silk gown, the hem swaying gently with her steps, emitting a charming luster.

The design of the gown is simple yet elegant, perfectly outlining her graceful figure, every inch of fabric seeming to tell of her nobility and confidence.

The neckline features an exquisite V-neck design, perfectly showcasing her elegant neck line and delicate collarbones, while the transparent tulle at the shoulders adds a touch of mystery and sexiness.

Her skin appears even fairer against the backdrop of the gown, as if it were the purest pearl under the moonlight.

Her long hair is meticulously pinned up, with a few strands falling softly against her neck, adding a bit of casual yet alluring beauty. She wears a pair of diamond earrings that sway gently with her movements, sparkling with brilliant light.

Her makeup is overall exquisite yet natural, her eye makeup deep and spirited, her eyelashes brushed to be distinct, as if they were the brightest stars in the night sky. A faint rose color is applied to her lips, appearing both gentle and full of temptation.

She also holds a small clutch in her hand, which complements her gown, the decorations on the bag echoing her earrings, showing her extreme pursuit of detail.

Her high heels are also carefully chosen, both elegant and comfortable, allowing her to move freely among the crowd at the cocktail party.

Her already impeccable foundation, combined with the setting of her refined attire, makes her look flawlessly beautiful, and her smile at this moment makes people feel as if they are bathed in a spring breeze.

Chen Che is stunned for a moment. However, at this time, Jiang Lan, with the fair hand hooked into his arm, pinches him hard and reminds him in a low, serious voice: "Don't look around, focus on the business."

Chen Che regains his composure, immediately putting on a confident look, and walks toward the main gate with Jiang Lan.

The driver stays in the car waiting, while Su Xiao, dressed in black, takes on the role of a Bodyguard, silently following behind the two.

Passing through the main gate, there is a long corridor paved with bluestone slabs; on both sides of the corridor are meticulously pruned flowers and trees, with flowers of all four seasons blooming in competition, the fragrance of flowers overflowing.

At the end of the corridor is a spacious courtyard; in the center of the courtyard is an exquisite lotus pond, where lotus flowers stand tall and upright, crystal-clear dew drops rolling on the lotus leaves, and occasionally fish leap out of the water, breaking the tranquility of the surface.

Surrounding the courtyard is the main building of the estate, with pavilions featuring upturned eaves arranged in a staggered and orderly fashion, the roofs covered with green glazed tiles, shimmering with a faint light under the sunlight.

The pavilions are connected by winding corridors, with strings of red lanterns hanging from them, swaying gently with the wind, adding a bit of festive atmosphere.

The interior of the estate is decorated elegantly, with calligraphy and paintings by famous masters hanging on the walls, and exquisite porcelain and antiques placed on the tables, every detail revealing the family's taste and cultivation.

Chen Che and Jiang Lan take a quick look, following the main crowd through the front hall to the entrance of the estate's backyard.

This connects to the back garden of the Gu Jia Zhuang Yuan, which is also the main venue for tonight's cocktail party.

Standing at the entrance of the back garden to welcome guests are Gu Yao and Gu Yanran of the new generation of the Gu Family.

They wear smiles, shaking hands or bowing to every guest, expressing their respect and welcome to the guests.

Seeing Chen Che and Jiang Lan, Gu Yao and Gu Yanran both take an extra look without changing their expressions.

Gu Yao's eye corners even twitch fiercely a few times, but the expression on his face remains a standard smile.

Chen Che also completely ignores the gazes of Gu Yao and Gu Yanran, walking directly into the back garden with Jiang Lan.

The back garden is open-air, with emerald green grass underfoot, and its area is no smaller than the front courtyard.

Servants in uniform are busy moving among the guests, providing them with tea and snacks, ensuring that every guest can feel the warmth and thoughtfulness of the estate.

Chen Che takes a glass of red wine for Jiang Lan from a tray held by a servant, then takes one for himself, continuing to walk inside while drinking.

Every corner of the courtyard is lit with lanterns and torches, the warm light contrasting with the fireworks in the night sky, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.

Long tables are placed in the courtyard, covered with exquisite tablecloths, and set with delicate tableware and various delicacies. The aroma of the dishes permeates the air, making one's mouth water.

Guests sit around the tables, tasting delicious food while chatting, sharing each other's stories and experiences.

In a corner of the garden, a band is playing melodious music, the sound drifting into every corner of the estate. Following the beat of the music, some guests get up to dance, their steps elegant and rhythmic, adding more vitality and joy to the banquet.

Chen Che and Jiang Lan put down their wine glasses, move to the open space where the crowd is gathering to dance, moving their bodies with the music while vigilantly observing their surroundings.

At the same time, in a room in the front courtyard, Gu Yuanzong stares coldly at the images transmitted back from the back garden.

Besides him, also present are the brothers Gu Zhengying and Gu Zhangsheng, Ouyang Guilin and his son from the Ouyang Family, Ding Zhen and his son from the Ding Family, and Fang Shaoyi and his grandson.

Huang Shili and Huang Shengming from the Huang Family, because of the previous incident at the hotel, have just qualified to enter here.

At this moment, everyone's eyes are focused on the screen, staring at the two who could not be more appropriately described as a talented man and a beautiful woman.

"Dad, all the guests have arrived; additionally, no one special was found around Chen Che."

Gu Zhengying reports.

Hearing this, Gu Yuanzong frowns, not knowing what he is thinking.

After a while, he asks: "Does anyone have any thoughts?"

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