Chapter 305: Important Matters

“You say Miss Kong wants to see me?”

After hearing Gan Hua explain the purpose of his visit, Gu Yang’s handsome face remained devoid of emotion.

“Yes. Junior Sister said there is something very important she needs to discuss with Mr. Gu, so would it be a trouble for Mr. Gu to come with me?”

If possible, Gan Hua truly did not want to do such a thing.

Setting aside the fact that Su Yan was his savior and Gu Yang was Su Yan’s fiancé, even for Kong Nian’s sake, they shouldn't have had excessive contact.

“But I am very busy with work today; I don't have the time.”

Although he was unclear about what important matter Kong Nian had, Gu Yang refused quite decisively.

Gan Hua’s expression grew complicated. “It won't take much of Mr. Gu's time.”

Gu Yang gave a polite smile. “I truly cannot step away.”

Thinking of Kong Nian’s attitude, Gan Hua had no choice but to add, “If Mr. Gu doesn't have time to come over, Junior Sister will come here herself.”

He wasn't sure if it was his illusion, but did Gu Yang also seem to be deliberately keeping his distance from Kong Nian?

Upon hearing this sentence, the slight upward curve at the corners of Gu Yang’s mouth vanished.

“How could we let Miss Kong come here herself?” A warm response rang out from the doorway as Lu Feng walked in with quick strides. “Miss Kong’s health shouldn't have fully recovered yet, right? It just so happens that Gu Yang and I were just discussing going to visit her.”

Gan Hua sized Lu Feng up. “You know my Junior Sister?”

Lu Feng nodded like a chick pecking at grain. “Of course I know her. Miss Kong is the savior of both Gu Yang and me. Is she still in the hospital?”

Seeing that Gu Yang did not deny Lu Feng’s words, Gan Hua lowered his guard.

“Junior Sister has already been discharged. She truly has something important to say to Mr. Gu.”

He repeated it once more; at the very least, things seemed quite urgent on Kong Nian’s end.

“In that case, let’s go together with Mr. Gan right now,” Lu Feng decided immediately.

Gu Yang shot him a look, but Lu Feng signaled for him not to refuse.

“The car is waiting outside,” Gan Hua took the opportunity to urge them.

No matter how unwilling Gu Yang was, he was half-dragged, half-pulled outside by Lu Feng.

“My dear Chief Editor Gu, why are you being so unreasonable? Miss Kong sent someone personally to invite us, and it’s for something important. Shouldn't we go?”

Before Gu Yang could find a chance to speak, Lu Feng had already lowered his voice to explain.

“Is work not important then?” Gu Yang retorted.

He hadn't even gone to see Su Yan yet; he wanted to handle the urgent matters as quickly as possible so he could meet Su Yan at the hotel. Now with this commotion, he would likely be working overtime until very late.

Lu Feng was unconcerned. “Work can be put aside for a moment. Besides, didn't you hear her say that if you don't go, Miss Kong will come here herself?”

Gu Yang’s gaze paused, and he fell silent.

Lu Feng knew his friend had been persuaded. After the two followed Gan Hua into the car, the entire journey consisted of Lu Feng conversing with Gan Hua.

Lu Feng was naturally talkative, and moreover, he harbored little feelings for Kong Nian, so he was exceptionally enthusiastic when facing Gan Hua.

He even asked for the details of the Kong family's residence, which was no different from conducting a census investigation.

At first, Gan Hua answered every question, but as Lu Feng’s questions became increasingly improper—constantly prying into family circumstances—he had to become cautious.

Although Gu Yang did not speak, several of the questions happened to be exactly what he wanted to know, so he listened with particular intensity.

When he learned from Gan Hua that Kong Nian was being trained as the future successor of the Kong family, his gaze deepened.

“Miss Kong is truly too outstanding, bearing such heavy responsibilities at such a young age. But if that's the case, wouldn't she be under immense pressure?”

Lu Feng listened in awe, his admiration for Kong Nian flowing like a surging river. Yet, alongside that admiration, he couldn't help but feel heartache for her.

At her age, she should truly be enjoying her youth.

Gan Hua smiled faintly. “Junior Sister Kong has been exceptionally gifted since childhood. From the day she became sensible, she understood what she would carry in the future, so she only works harder.”

Gu Yang’s heart stirred upon hearing this. “Has Miss Kong been with the family since birth?”

Neither Gan Hua nor Lu Feng expected him to take the initiative to ask about Kong Nian, and both were somewhat surprised.

“Presumably. I only met Junior Sister when I was a youth.”

Gan Hua’s answer caused Gu Yang’s expression to visibly relax.

Lu Feng, however, found this reaction somewhat difficult to understand.

Before long, the car stopped.

“This is where we are temporarily staying,” Gan Hua led the way after stepping out of the car first.

Gu Yang and Lu Feng both sized up the courtyard before them, then followed in Gan Hua’s footsteps.

Kong Nian had already grown impatient from waiting. Upon seeing Gu Yang’s figure, the expression on her face instantly brightened significantly.

However, she quickly noticed Lu Feng standing there beside Gu Yang.

Lu Feng had expressed his interest in her before, but she had rejected him very clearly. She hadn't expected this man to come along.

“Junior Sister, Mr. Gu and Mr. Lu have arrived.”

Gan Hua greeted them, having successfully completed his mission.

“Miss Kong, I heard from Gu Yang about what happened recently, and I’ve been thinking about coming to visit you,” Lu Feng spoke first, being absolutely thorough in his social graces.

One cannot strike a smiling face; although Kong Nian was extremely annoyed by his appearance, she still maintained a smile.

“Thank you for your concern, Mr. Lu. I am doing well.”

“You have truly suffered these past few days,” Lu Feng’s voice couldn't hide his heartache.

After all, compared to the last time they met, the current Kong Nian looked far too haggard.

Kong Nian disliked being pitied, especially now in front of Gu Yang.

“It is nothing.” After saying this, she directed her gaze straight at Gu Yang. “I specifically asked Senior Brother to invite Chief Editor Gu over because there are actually some matters I wish to tell Chief Editor Gu in person.”

Her manner of address could be seen as quite distant.

Gu Yang said, “Miss Kong, please speak.”

Lu Feng and Gan Hua, who was standing to the side, feigned nonchalance, but in reality, both were quite curious about what Kong Nian was about to say.

However, Kong Nian did not continue. Instead, she instructed Gan Hua, “Senior Brother, please take Mr. Lu to have a cup of tea first.”

Her intention was as clear as day; she did not want her conversation with Gu Yang to be overheard by a third party.

Lu Feng felt incredibly awkward and sighed inwardly.

Since the host had given the order, he, as a guest, naturally could not be shameless enough to stay.

Soon, only Gu Yang and Kong Nian remained in the hall.

Gu Yang had already prepared himself mentally. If what Kong Nian wanted to say concerned what happened to Su Yan in the dungeon these past few days, he would stop her without mercy.

Because no matter what the truth was, nothing was more important than Su Yan, and it should not be spoken by an outsider.

Kong Nian suddenly shed her coldness, and her entire demeanor became exceptionally gentle and fragile.

“Brother Gu Yang, are you unwilling to even look at me again?”

A soft murmur, filled with resentment and disappointment.