Trillionaire's Slice of Life

"Chu Mo, our Siyue has always kept you in her thoughts. I've never seen the girl pay so much attention to a boy her age. When you have time, come over for a visit. I'll have our matriarch cook you something delicious!" The solemn expression on his face gradually turned into a smile. Grandfather Lu, sitting opposite, now looked like the most ordinary old man, his eyes emanating kindness, and his whole demeanor exuded contentment. A shadow of disappointment flickered in Chu Mo's eyes. He had thought that his impassioned speech had resonated with Grandfather Lu, which would lead him to join his team. But now it seemed even though he had extended an olive branch, the old man in front of him was still hesitant to make a decision. Taking a deep breath, Chu Mo found the reluctance understandable. After all, this involved the rise and fall of a family. It was inevitable that Grandfather Lu would be hesitant. Since they touched on family matters, Chu Mo likewise quickly reverted to a smile, nodding slightly as he said: "Since Grandfather Lu has extended such a gracious invitation, I would be remiss not to accept. I'll definitely stop by when I have time. What has Miss Siyue been busy with lately? When she's free, have her come to the Emperor's Pavilion for a visit. I'll cook for Miss Siyue myself." In Chu Mo's mind emerged the stunningly beautiful face of the heiress of the Lu family, remembering the first time he saw her, dressed in a cheongsam, she resembled a dignified and elegant maiden from an ancient aristocratic family, graceful and captivating. And later, when there was a conflict with a group of wealthy second-generation kids at the bar, Siyue took his side, which left Chu Mo with a favorable impression of her. Upon mentioning his cherished granddaughter, Grandfather Lu immediately revealed a kindly smile. It was clear to see that he truly adored his granddaughter. He picked up his glass and drank a sip, his face showing a benevolent and gentle expression, and then he gently began to speak: "Siyue may seem gentle, but she's quite stubborn at heart. Right now, she's running her own cosmetics company called 'Season of April,' with a market value of two hundred million. She boldly claims she'll double the market value in two years. She likes to make a fuss and I can't really control her; I let her fend for herself. Xiao Mo, if you have time, you may give her some advice" "The girl doesn't listen to others, but she admires you a lot, and she might take your words seriously, Xiao Mo," The old man in front of him no longer called Chu Mo 'President Chu,' but instead, 'Xiao Mo,' obviously he wasn't seeing Chu Mo as a competitor or a peer, but more like a junior, just like his granddaughter. Chu Mo's lips curved into a smile. Despite the slow reaction due to alcohol, he had now realized that the old man was deliberately trying to matchmake him with Siyue. A sudden sense of poignancy arose in him. This was what they called an arranged marriage among the big families. If Chu Mo agreed at this moment, Siyue would practically have no choice. For the sake of the family's future, whether or not Siyue had feelings for him, she would have to enter into a union with him for the sake of family interests. In return, if Chu Mo nodded, it would mean that one of Magnolia's four major families, the Lu family, would become irreversibly bound to him. With Siyue involved, the Lu family would become an ally even closer than the Fan family, and the two families might ultimately become one. However, although Chu Mo felt some affection towards Siyue, it wasn't nearly enough to consider marriage. At most, they were just friends, without even a deep understanding of each other. Chu Mo wanted to pull the Lu family to his side, but he hadn't thought about using marriage to do so. Thus, with a slight smile, he said casually: "Siyue is a very opinionated girl. She will definitely find a partner she truly likes herself, and you don't need to worry too much about her, Grandfather Lu." With that, Chu Mo effectively declined Grandfather Lu's kind intent. The old man across from him sighed softly, knowing that matters of the heart couldn't be forced, so he did not press further, draining the liquor in his glass. Grandfather Lu suddenly gestured to the bar owner not far away. The bar owner, who had been watching intently, came over with a beaming smile. The one known as Boss Hammer, all smiles, said: "Grandfather Lu, if there's anything you need, just say the word!" Grandfather Lu's demeanor remained unaffected as he pointed at the liquor in front of him, his voice casual: "Tonight's expenses, put it on my tab!" "Grandfather Lu, it's an honor for you to visit my place. To let you pay on my turf would be like slapping my face. Grandfather Lu, I happen to have two bottles of rare liquor. I'll let someone bring them to you. Please take them home to enjoy at your leisure!" The bar owner, clearly eager to ingratiate himself with Grandfather Lu, wouldn't normally have had a chance to interact with someone of Grandfather Lu's standing. Even if the liquor was worth millions, it would be a profitable exchange to gain favor with Grandfather Lu. Unfortunately, Grandfather Lu did not give him the opportunity. For someone at Grandfather Lu's level, millions, even tens of millions, were not a concern. What truly mattered to them was sentiment, which sometimes, money simply couldn't measure. Thus, entirely unmoved, Grandfather Lu gestured decisively, saying: "Hammer, if I were in your home, I would, of course, drink your liquor. But this is a bar, and bars open for business to make money. There's no business without payment. Don't argue with me; the liquor must be paid for."