ALL NOVEL Chapter 3: This Life, I'll Make the First Move.
Chapter 3: This Life, I’ll Make the First Move.
Back in his second-floor room, Su Mu quickly finished his breakfast.
The unpleasantness brought by the Su family was already dismissed from his mind. After all, in at most a week’s time, once he got that thing, he could leave the Su family.
He would soon see that person, and his heart was filled with excitement and some uncertainty.
Thinking of that man who had steadfastly stayed by his side during his lowest moments, tirelessly caring for him, Su Mu smiled fondly.
In my past life, I treated you coldly.
Yet you warmed my immobile years.
This life, let me be the one to approach you.
But thinking of their ending in the previous life, Su Mu’s mood briefly darkened.
However, it didn’t matter – this time, everything would be different.
He opened his wardrobe door and began selecting clothes.
Soon, Su Mu had a pile of clothes in his hands, standing before the mirror, comparing this piece and that piece.
Just like a rooster preparing for a beauty contest.
Even Su Mu couldn’t help but smile at himself acting this way.
Finally, he chose a light blue shirt with ancient patterns on the waist, paired with simple black sweatpants.
The shirt collar was slightly open, revealing an alluring white collarbone.
A delicate, young face with upturned phoenix eyes.
When he smiled, he looked absolutely bewitching.
In his previous life, Su Mu never cared about his appearance because he despised Chu Hanting.
Soon after, due to his paralysis and years of illness, he became skeletal and lifeless.
Seeing himself now, vibrant and radiant, Su Mu indulged in a moment of vanity.
Secretly praising his own appearance – how handsome!
Afternoon
In the living room, Su Mu sat lazily in a single sofa, legs crossed.
Su Ning sat together with Father Su and Mother.
At this moment, the butler was leading Old Master Chu and Chu Hanting into the mansion.
“Ah, worthy nephew, pardon the intrusion, hahahahaha.”
The voice arrived before the person – Old Master Chu’s hearty greeting and laughter filled the hall.
Father Su and Mother immediately stood up to welcome Old Master Chu, with Su Ning obediently standing behind them.
Only Su Mu remained, barely inclining his body, sitting lazily without rising.
Yet his eyes brightly watched the man who followed Old Master Chu through the door.
First appearing in view was a pair of glossy black custom leather shoes, followed by those long, straight legs wrapped in suit pants.
Moving upward, the man wore a black suit with gilded patterns that tightly wrapped his perfect V-shaped physique.
Looking up at that face was equally stunning.
His features were handsome, with defined bone structure, radiating vigor between his brows, sharp as a blade, his presence like that of a soaring eagle, commanding and dignified.
Su Mu quietly observed him. The other clearly noticed Su Mu’s appraisal.
Their eyes met – one pair clear and enchanting, the other deep and solemn.
The atmosphere between them formed its own realm, as if isolated from their surroundings. In this barrier, only they existed.
Actually, Chu Hanting was also drawn to the youth before him.
The youth leaned sideways, left hand casually resting on the armrest, right leg lazily crossed over the left.
His eyes were bright and spirited, wearing a charming smile, lips slightly curved, openly gazing at him with flirtatious phoenix eyes.
After Father Su and Mother exchanged pleasantries with Old Master Chu, they led the two to sit in the living room.
“Mu’er, quickly come greet your Uncle Chu.” Mother Su irritably addressed Su Mu, who had remained seated.
“Hahaha, it’s fine,” the old master laughed. “This must be young Su – indeed talented and good-looking.”
“Greetings, Old Master Chu. I’m Su Mu,” Su Mu stood up, turning to Old Master Chu with a slight nod.
“Good, good, good. Actually, this old man is here to ask a favor. It’s all because my Hanting is useless – almost thirty and not only no partner, but not even a female mosquito around him.
This child doesn’t care about it himself, but how can elders not worry? I’m already halfway to the grave, and my only wish is to see this child married soon.
That’s why I remembered the verbal marriage agreement made with Old Su back then,”
As he spoke, Old Master Chu turned toward Su Mu…
“Good child, though it’s an arranged marriage, we respect your opinion. What do you think – could you take a liking to this stubborn son of mine?
Without exaggeration, in terms of looks and ability, he’s absolutely first-rate. As for personality compatibility, you can get to know each other first.”
Chu Hanting’s brow slightly furrowed. Although his first glimpse of Su Mu was indeed stunning, he only appreciated his appearance.
Today, if the old man hadn’t threatened him with endless blind dates with others, he wouldn’t have come.
He’d rather meet the Su family than deal with a line of overly decorated, perfume-drenched women.
Dealing with one was better than dealing with many.
After all, if he didn’t come, who knew how the old man would throw a tantrum, regardless of his dignity.
The thought made him helpless – previously, to trick him into blind dates, the old man had even feigned illness, using endless tactics that were truly troublesome to deal with.
His parents died early in a car accident, and without the old man’s protection, he would have struggled to survive among relatives coveting the Chu family fortune. His current position as CEO owed much to the old man’s support.
He remembered the old man’s kindness, so when he pretended to be dying, he couldn’t bear to truly hurt him.
So he thought he’d just go along with the meeting, since the other party probably wouldn’t accept this sudden marriage anyway.
Moreover, they were both men – even if he didn’t mind, what normal man wouldn’t prefer delicate women?
Who would accept marrying another man? What for? They couldn’t even have children.
Thinking this, he waited for the other’s rejection.
This way, even if the old master wanted him married, he couldn’t force someone.
Everyone waited for Su Mu’s answer.
Except for Chu Hanting, everyone else hoped he would agree.
Mother Su, seeing Su Mu’s delayed response, urged with a commanding tone: “Child, quickly agree to your Uncle Chu. Hanting has good family background and looks – such a match is impossible to find even with a lantern.”
“If not for your grandfather and Old Master Chu’s war friendship, our Su family couldn’t even dream of such a connection. What are you hesitating for?”
Old Master Chu, hearing these words, felt uncomfortable.
He only wanted to arrange a good marriage because his grandson seemed destined for lifelong solitude, not to pressure anyone with power.
The final decision still depended on both parties.
Chu Hanting, hearing Mother Su’s persuasion, also frowned slightly but maintained his composure.
Though Father Su lacked business acumen, his ability to read the room was well-practiced from his time in the business world.
Noticing the Chu family’s expressions, he realized his wife’s words were problematic.
He immediately smiled apologetically: “Old Master Chu, my wife didn’t mean it that way, and our family absolutely has no intention of social climbing.”
“Young Master Hanting’s excellence is well-known in Beijing circles. Compared to him, our Su Mu falls far short. That’s why my wife feels if Mu’er could match with Hanting, it would be an incredible blessing. She’s just concerned for Mu’er and spoke hastily.”