Pursuing Her Best Friend after Confession Failed-Chapter 316 - 147: Parents of First Love Seek Justice, Li Yuan Goes to the Hongmen Banquet_2

Chapter 316: Chapter 147: Parents of First Love Seek Justice, Li Yuan Goes to the Hongmen Banquet_2

Li Yuan stood by the roadside, watching as Zhong Tingyue slowly drove away in her Porsche 911.

After Zhong Tingyue left, Li Yuan frowned. What gifts should I buy? One can never be too prepared, and you can’t strike a smiling face. Even if they’re still angry, the sight of the presents I bring should spare me some humiliation.

After some thought, he drove to a nearby mall to pick some things up.

I have no idea what Weixi’s parents like. Since this is our first meeting, I should probably buy something expensive. Men wear watches and women love bags, so I’ll get a designer watch and handbag.

Li Yuan entered an LV store in the mall and asked, "Miss, do you have any handbags suitable for a middle-aged woman?"

The LV saleswoman looked at Li Yuan with surprise. He looked like a college student, so why was he asking about bags for middle-aged women?

Could it be that this handsome and stylish young man is being kept by a rich older woman? It’s possible. Given his impressive physique, he’s probably the type a wealthy woman would fancy...

"Sir, may I ask about the complexion and build of the person you’re buying for?"

Li Yuan was momentarily confused. Why is she asking this?

He thought carefully. Bai Weixi’s mother is of average height with fair skin. She’s neither heavy nor thin... maybe a little full-figured?

Listening to Li Yuan’s awkward description, the saleswoman brought out a classic off-white handbag.

"Sir, this is LV’s new autumn handbag, perfect for a mature woman..."

Li Yuan glanced at it and felt it was suitable enough. Besides, I don’t know the first thing about handbags.

"How much is it?"

The saleswoman smiled professionally. "This new model costs 19,800 yuan, but since you’re a new customer, we can offer you a ten percent discount."

Li Yuan nodded. He was about to pay and leave when he asked another question.

"Do you have any handbags suitable for a girl my age?"

The saleswoman’s expression froze. Was I wrong? He’s not buying a bag for a sugar mommy, but for an elder?

She then brought out a pure white handbag, its color and design exceptionally bright.

"Yes, sir. This is also a new autumn model, full of youthful charm..."

Li Yuan only needed one look to know it was perfect for Bai Weixi.

"And the price for this one?"

The saleswoman’s heart quivered. With her Eyes of Golden Flame, she could tell from Li Yuan’s tone and demeanor that he definitely had the means and would not make her waste her breath.

"Sir, this handbag is only 16,800 yuan, and it also comes with a ten percent discount."

Li Yuan nodded. "Alright, wrap them both up for me."

The saleswoman was overjoyed, her smile growing even broader.

"Of course, sir. Please wait a moment while I wrap these for you."

"The total is 32,940 yuan. How will you be paying?"

Li Yuan casually took out a bank card. "Charge it."

***

After buying gifts for his future mother-in-law and Bai Weixi, Li Yuan went to a Rolex store in the mall.

Compared to LV bags, Rolex watches were much more expensive. The cheapest model was 48,000 yuan, and the pricier ones could cost several hundred thousand.

I don’t really care much for watches; I didn’t like wearing them in my past life, either. Of course, the main reason was that I couldn’t afford any designer brands. As for ordinary watches that cost only a few thousand yuan, it’s better not to wear one at all. It would just be embarrassing.

He looked around and selected a gold Rolex priced at 148,000 yuan. Back in 2008, this amount of money could buy a joint-venture sedan. But I don’t mind the expense. I already spent 1.8 million for Zhong Tingyue’s sake this afternoon. Spending a hundred thousand or so for Bai Weixi and her parents is nothing more than a drop in the bucket.

"Wrap this watch for me."

***

Carrying two LV bags and a gold Rolex watch, Li Yuan left the mall, completely satisfied. He then stopped at a specialty liquor store and grabbed a case of Maotai and a carton of premium cigarettes.

Whether or not I can navigate tonight’s tense dinner and get out of it safely will likely depend on these gifts. I’ve done this much; even if they’re not satisfied with me, they surely wouldn’t actually kill me, right?

***

Meanwhile, Bai Tianqi and his wife, Yang Jinyu, also felt nervous when they learned that Li Yuan was on his way. It was their first time meeting their daughter’s boyfriend, and under such circumstances, no less.

Yang Jinyu sat beside Bai Tianqi and whispered, "Old Bai, I’m suddenly feeling a bit nervous."

As if I’m not, Bai Tianqi thought to himself.

He patted Yang Jinyu’s shoulder and chuckled. "It’s fine. We’re just having a simple meal to see what kind of person Li Yuan is and to make sure he’s right for Xixi."

Yang Jinyu’s brows furrowed. "That’s easy for you to say. Li Yuan and Xixi are already in such a relationship; he’s very likely to be our future son-in-law."

"So, what do you think? Should we give him a red envelope for our first meeting?"

Bai Tianqi gave Yang Jinyu a speechless look. Are you seriously considering giving a red envelope to a guy who makes a million a month?

"We could," he said. "But how much would be appropriate? If it’s too much, we don’t have that much cash on us. If it’s too little, he might look down on it. In my opinion, we’re just having a simple meal. There’s no need for all these formalities."

Yang Jinyu huffed, not bothering to argue with Bai Tianqi. What does a man like him understand, anyway?

She began to ponder the best way to interact with her future son-in-law for the first time.

Bai Weixi was leaning on the balcony, looking out the window, eagerly waiting for Li Yuan to return.

When she saw Li Yuan’s car park downstairs, she waved excitedly toward him.

"Dad, Mom, Li Yuan is back! I’m going down to meet him!"