CHAPTER 197: YU FAMILY’S OLD MANSION

After getting out of the car, Yu Xiangyu walked around the car, then opened the other door for Bai Hanyun and helped her out.

Watching from the side, Xu Baoyi was surprised to see his young master bringing home a young lady and treating her with polite manners. Everyone who knew Yu Xiangyu knew that he treated women coldly, just like a virus.

Before the steward could react, Yu Xiangyu asked, "Uncle Xu, where is Grandfather?"

Snapping back to his senses, Xu Baoyi smiled and replied, "Answering the Young Master, the Old Master is drinking tea in the garden."

Hearing this, Yu Xiangyu turned to Bai Hanyun and said, "Miss Bai, please come this way."

"Mhm."

With Yu Xiangyu escorting Bai Hanyun, Hua Yuyu and the others followed close behind.

Stepping into the garden, Yu Xiangyu led them toward the central area.

Along the way, Bai Hanyun admired the blooming flowers and the tranquil atmosphere. After walking for a few minutes, she saw a pavilion in the middle of a lake.

"This is my grandfather’s favorite spot for enjoying tea and playing chess," Yu Xiangyu explained as they walked toward the lake pavilion.

Bai Hanyun nodded and commented, "I can see why. This garden is beautiful."

When they arrived at the pavilion, Yu Xiangyu called out, "Grandfather, look who I brought today."

Looking up from his chessboard, Yu Tianshuo’s eyes lit up when he saw Bai Hanyun. Smiling at her, he said, "Miss Bai, you are here. Please, have a seat."

Smiling back at Yu Tianshuo, Bai Hanyun sat across from him and said, "Thank you for having me today, Master Yu."

Laughing warmly, Yu Tianshuo responded, "It’s my honor that you have come to visit my humble home."

Hearing this, the corner of Bai Hanyun’s mouth twitched slightly. She thought, ’Master Yu, are you serious? If this place is humble, then my place is a cave.’

Though she thought that, Bai Hanyun kept a composed expression.

Seeing how happy his grandfather was, Yu Xiangyu smiled slightly and said, "Grandfather, I will inform the staff to prepare lunch."

Yu Tianshuo, understanding his grandson was giving them space to talk, nodded. "Alright. Go ahead."

Turning to Bai Hanyun, Yu Xiangyu said, "Miss Bai, I hope you enjoy your stay here."

With that, he left with Xu Baoyi, while the servants came over to serve tea and snacks.

While waiting for the servant to serve the tea, Yu Tianshuo quietly observed Hua Yuyu and the others. Once the servants left, he smiled and said, "Miss Bai, your bodyguards are truly extraordinary."

Bai Hanyun smiled politely and replied, "I’m lucky they are willing to work for me with their exceptional skills."

Her modest response only deepened Yu Tianshuo’s favorable impression of her.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Bai Hanyun said, "Master Yu, CEO Yu mentioned that you invited me for lunch today. I wonder if there is something you’d like to discuss privately?"

Yu Tianshuo chuckled. "Miss Bai is indeed sharp. Yes, I do need your help with something."

Bai Hanyun raised her brows slightly and said, "Please feel free to speak, Master Yu."

Taking a sip of tea, Yu Tianshuo set the cup down and looked at her calmly.

"Miss Bai, our Gu Bao Auction House will hold another auction next month. I wonder if you have any antiques you would like to sell."

Hearing this, Bai Hanyun’s eyes lit up.

She had been planning to acquire hot weapons or explosives for Feng Xiyan. However, without domestic connections, her plan can only be put aside. Buying such items overseas required a substantial amount of funds.

Now, with this unexpected opportunity, she might be able to gather more funds to buy hot weapons and explosives.

As the corner of Bai Hanyun’s lips curved up, she thought in delight, ’Isn’t Master Yu just giving me a pillow when I’m sleepy? What a perfect chance to make money!’

Suppressing her excitement, Bai Hanyun smiled calmly and replied, "It’s an honor to be invited to the Gu Bao Auction House. I do have some antiques, but I’m not sure if they are good enough for next month’s auction."

Seeing her slightly hesitant expression, Yu Tianshuo chuckled. "Miss Bai, I’m confident that anything you bring will become a highlight of our Gu Bao Auction House. Just bring them to me, and I will make sure they are included in the lot."

Satisfied with his promise, Bai Hanyun nodded. "Then I will prepare the items and send them over."

Just then, Xu Baoyi returned and said, "Old Master, lunch is ready. Young Master invites you and Miss Bai to join him."

Yu Tianshuo nodded, then turned to Bai Hanyun with a smile. "Shall we?"

"It would be my honor," she replied, walking up to Yu Tianshuo and then gently supporting his arm as they walked back to the mansion.

After lunch, Bai Hanyun said, "Master Yu, my flight is in three hours. I have enjoyed our time together, but I must head to the airport now."

Yu Tianshuo, clearly enjoying her company, was reluctant to part ways. Patting the back of her hand, he said, "Hanyun, how about staying the night here?"

When Yu Xiangyu heard his grandfather use Bai Hanyun’s given name, he raised an eyebrow slightly and thought, ’Miss Bai is truly impressive. One meal, and Grandfather’s already this fond of her.’

Unaware of his thoughts, Bai Hanyun replied with a hint of regret, "I would love to stay and accompany you, Grandpa Yu, but I have important matters to attend to in Fu Cheng Town."

’I have to go check on Feng Xiyan and the others. When I go back later, I hope the river water won’t recede too much,’ she added in her heart.

Seeing she couldn’t stay, Yu Tianshuo sighed. He then turned to his grandson and said, "Xiangyu, take Hanyun to the airport and make sure she isn’t late for her flight."

Yu Xiangyu nodded. "Yes, Grandfather."

Yu Tianshuo patted Bai Hanyun’s hand once more and added, "Go then. Call me when you get home."