Chapter 382: Yan Luoxi vs. Tang Wanfang? A Mother-Daughter Showdown

Chapter 382: Chapter 382: Yan Luoxi vs. Tang Wanfang? A Mother-Daughter Showdown

In an instant, the faint smile on Yan Luoxi’s face vanished.

She hadn’t expected her mom to be so blunt.

To say something like "I don’t approve" right in front of Gu Yizhou.

The air in the living room seemed to freeze in an instant. A complex mix of awkwardness, confusion, and bewilderment spread like ripples.

"Mom, you..."

Just as Yan Luoxi was about to speak, Gu Yizhou, who was beside her, cut her off. He gently patted the back of her hand, signaling for her not to get upset with her mother.

Yan Luoxi paused. She looked up at Gu Yizhou and saw that his eyes were full of understanding and patience, as if to say, "It’s okay. I’m here."

Seeing this, Yan Luoxi didn’t say anything more.

Still, she couldn’t help but feel a little resentful toward Ms. Tang.

’Who objects the moment they meet someone? She won’t even let anyone get a word in!’

Seeing the situation, Yan Zhenbang, who was at the side, also remained silent. He knew his wife wanted to put Xiaogu in his place, and although she was going a bit too far, he could understand why she was upset.

Moreover, when he saw that Gu Yizhou showed no sign of displeasure, he secretly nodded in approval.

’This kid is alright.’

Indeed!

At that moment, Gu Yizhou still wore a gentle smile.

He looked at Yan Luoxi’s mother and spoke in a gentle and sincere tone, "Hello, Auntie. We’ve met a few times before, though I didn’t know you were Xixi’s mother back then. I know you might have some misunderstandings about me, but I promise I will do everything I can to treat Luoxi well and make her happy."

Tang Wanfang looked at Gu Yizhou, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. She clearly hadn’t expected him to respond to her bluntness with such calm and courtesy.

Remembering that he had helped her before, she took a deep breath and tried to make her tone as calm as possible. "Xiaogu, I know you’re a good young man, but Luoxi is still young. She needs time to grow and experience more of life. To be honest, I’d rather she not get into a relationship so early. But most importantly, I personally don’t think you two are a good match."

’She’d rather Luoxi not be in a relationship for now?’

Gu Yizhou was taken aback by her words.

’If I remember correctly, didn’t Luoxi tell me her mom was always pestering her to find a boyfriend?’

’And from their brief interactions before, Luoxi’s parents didn’t seem like the type to care too much about social status or material wealth.’

’So—the key was in that last sentence?’

’She thinks Luoxi and I aren’t a good match?’

Gu Yizhou grasped the main point, but he was also confused. Although he had met Tang Wanfang a few times, he couldn’t think of anything he’d done to offend her.

’Why would she be surprised to see me, and then immediately disapprove so vehemently?’

’And even say that Luoxi and I aren’t a good match.’

It wasn’t just him; Yan Zhenbang, who had been silent all this time, was also a bit surprised.

’Why is my wife’s attitude so firm?’

And just like Gu Yizhou, he had also identified his wife’s last sentence as the crucial part.

’Right!’

’Judging from my wife’s surprised reaction when she saw Gu Yizhou, she must have known him from before. So—could there be some kind of misunderstanding?’

Yan Zhenbang pondered silently.

He didn’t entertain the idea that there was some sordid history between his wife and Gu Yizhou.

After all, he knew his wife well enough to have that much confidence in her.

For a moment, the atmosphere in the room grew heavy once again.

After a moment of silence, Gu Yizhou spoke again. "Auntie, what you’ve said makes sense, and I can understand your feelings as a mother. But I think whether or not we’re a good match is something the two of us know best. Of course, I will respect Xixi’s decisions and give her enough space and time. So, I hope you can give me a chance to prove that I can take good care of her."

Although Gu Yizhou’s tone and attitude were perfectly sincere, his words did nothing to make Tang Wanfang budge.

’It was no use!’

’Gu Yizhou is a scumbag!’

’A two-timing scumbag!’

’My naive girl Xixi has no idea how messy your private life is, but I, Tang Wanfang, saw it with my own eyes!’

’I can’t just stand by and watch my daughter jump into this scumbag’s fiery pit!’

Tang Wanfang was a rather stubborn person.

Even now, she still believed what she had seen that day.

She was convinced that Gu Yizhou was a scumbag with a chaotic private life!

And so, she shook her head, her attitude as firm as ever. "Xiaogu, you’re a good person, but I still don’t think you and Xixi are right for each other. Therefore, I do not approve of you two being together."

Gu Yizhou: "..."

’Well, damn.’

’Did Yan Luoxi’s mom just give me the ’nice guy’ card?’

Gu Yizhou was completely speechless.

In fact, it wasn’t just him; the father and daughter duo, Yan Zhenbang and Yan Luoxi, were also at a loss for words.

Especially Yan Zhenbang.

’Seriously?’

’Honey, a little show of authority was enough. Are you actually getting a kick out of this?’

He couldn’t understand his wife’s behavior.

Yan Luoxi couldn’t stand her mother treating Gu Yizhou like this.

She didn’t want her man to be wronged because of her.

She had already been trying her absolute best to restrain herself.

Her personality was naturally quite cool; except when she was with Gu Yizhou, she remained somewhat aloof even in front of her own family.

Now, watching her mother constantly give Gu Yizhou a hard time, she couldn’t take it anymore.

"Mom, I’m only going to say this once. Gu Yizhou is the man I love, the boyfriend I’ve chosen. Whether you approve or not, we’re going to get married someday. I’ve chosen him for life!"

"Since we’re not welcome in this house, we’re leaving!"

Yan Luoxi said, her tone eerily calm.

With that, she turned to leave without a second glance.

Before Gu Yizhou could even react, she was already pulling him a few steps toward the door.

Seeing her about to leave, Yan Zhenbang knew he had to step in. He stood up, just about to speak.

However, Ms. Tang, who was beside him, was a step faster.

She shot up from the sofa and yelled at Yan Luoxi, "Stop!"

"Xixi, you stop right there!!"

Yan Luoxi’s steps faltered, but she didn’t turn back. She just responded coldly, "Is there something else?"

Tang Wanfang looked at her daughter’s stubborn back, her heart aching. She knew her words might have been too harsh, but she really couldn’t just stand by and watch her daughter fall into such a scumbag’s fiery pit.

She took a deep breath, trying her best to make her tone sound calmer. "Xixi, wait. Mom just wants to ask you one thing: do you have any idea what kind of person he is? Do you really know him?"

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