It’s Exciting to Snatch the Supporting Male Lead and Run Away [Quick Wear] - 21

 

IETSTSMLARA | The Vicious Support Male Lead is a Bit Sweet | 21

Lin Su patted the blanket, causing the excited person rolling inside to come to a halt. He lifted a corner and pulled the messy figure inside into his arms, patting gently. "Alright, be a good boy and go to sleep."

This time, Lin Tang didn't dare to toss and turn anymore. Initially, when he first came into contact with Lin Su, he could feel a hint of damp coldness emanating from him. But before he could emit his own warmth, that hint of coldness had disappeared.

The arm he rested on was very comfortable, and the heartbeat by his ear was steady and strong. Gradually, it merged with his own heartbeat, creating a lullaby for the night's sleep.

Lin Tang fell asleep in Lin Su's arms and woke up in his arms as well. With sweet morning kisses and delicious breakfast, Lin Tang arrived at the hospital looking radiant, attracting the attention of others.

Speculations abounded, especially since the young master had gone out alone with Sheng Hong yesterday. Seeing his good mood today, it seemed that they had really gotten together.

"President Bai is also pitiful. His boyfriend was snatched away by Master Lin."

"You can't solely blame Master Lin for this kind of thing. It takes two to tango."

"Cheating and being the third party—how can you call that 'it takes two to tango'?"

"Does that mean breaking up isn't allowed in relationships anymore? It's been said that Sheng Hong and Bai Xiuran broke up over ten days ago."

"Even if they broke up over ten days ago, to turn around and be with someone else so quickly, their emotions are really fickle."

"Just enjoy the show..."

The circle is so big; they say one thing, and they’ll say another. As a result, Lin Tang saw it all.

Today, the young master's initially good mood had caught Father Lin’s attention several times, but Lin Tang was disgusted by this kind of news.

He was ashamed of himself for persistently pursuing Sheng Hong despite knowing he wasn't interested, chasing after someone who gave him the cold shoulder, almost pushing himself into the position of a third party. The other person he was disgusted with now seems to be tied to him now. 

While he would have been happy about it before, now he just wished to quickly distance himself.

Lin Tang didn't usually consider the consequences of his actions. He acted according to his whims, except for illegal activities. 

So when he received the message, he immediately sent out a message saying, "I have no relationship with Sheng Hong. Don't involve me when talking about him," along with forwarding the benefits of receiving red envelopes.

 Almost instantly, everyone who had just been discussing him felt like Lin Tang's account might have been hacked.

Previously, the person who was chasing after Sheng Hong so desperately now seems to have cooled down, and everyone instinctively doesn't quite believe it. It wasn't until the friends started calling one by one to confirm the truth that the discussions ignited again. 

One side felt that the young master was playing hard to get, while the other side thought it was simply a case of a pure licking dog having enough and returning to normal. The discussions resembled a debate, with everyone feeling that their speculations were spot on.

Lin Tang snorted when he saw the follow-up. He could barely fit into the second category, but more because he had a boyfriend now and didn't want to bother with other men.

Gossip always spreads the fastest. If Lin Tang could get the news, Bai Xiuran and Sheng Hong could naturally get it too. However, with no one coming forward to refute it, the fact was further confirmed.

With Father Lin hinting at handing over the Lin family to Lin Su, and with both company matters and the discharge celebration taking up much of Lin Su's time, he didn't have much time to spend with Lin Tang. However, everyone, including Luo Fei, noticed that Lin Tang's recent complexion resembled that of someone who had secretly taken some rejuvenating pills.

"Young Master Lin, have you encountered something good recently?" asked one friend, prompting others to look over.

Lin Tang glanced at the schedule that Lin Su had just sent over, then turned off his phone. 

Despite his efforts to suppress it, the corners of his mouth couldn't help but curl up involuntarily. "It's nothing," he said.

However, his expression, reminiscent of blooming spring flowers, and the slightly sweet tone made everyone feel a pang of jealousy. They couldn't help but think that Young Master Lin seemed to be even more handsome lately. It was obvious that he had fallen in love.

But it couldn't be possible. Apart from Young Master's elder brother, they hadn't noticed any other man around Young Master Lin who was superior to Sheng Hong.

On the side, Luo Fei remained silent, lowering his head to drink. As someone who knew the inside story well, he found it amusing, but not being able to speak about it was quite frustrating.

Time passed neither fast nor slow, and the party celebrating Father Lin's discharge from the hospital was arranged very appropriately. Both the flow and the arrangement made it difficult for the upper-class attendees to find fault.

Representatives from almost every prestigious family were present, both to congratulate and to maintain social connections.

Familiar faces gathered together, raising their glasses and chatting, while observant individuals noticed that some expected attendees were absent.

"Rongcheng seems to have completely disregarded the Lin family, haven't they?" Two well-dressed individuals whispered to each other. "They didn't even bother to attend."

"I heard that Rongcheng had a hand in the car accident involving Mr. Lin this time. They're lying low now, afraid to show their faces," another person remarked.

Others who were whispering had similar sentiments. After all, besides Rongcheng Group, the Hu family also didn't send anyone over, and the reasons were much clearer than Rongcheng Group's absence.

Although the Hu family was influential, lately, they seemed to have angered some powerful figures, and their household was in disarray, with issues even in their company's shares.

"If the Hu family can't hold on, they'll just decline."

"When you do so many shady things, karma will eventually catch up. It's self-inflicted."

In the business world, it's mostly about adding to one's success, and there are few instances of extending a helping hand in times of need. Not adding insult to injury in such situations is already considered having a conscience.

But apart from these two families, there are still a few others who are not giving face to the Lin family. They don't lack representation either.

"It seems that people from Shengshi haven't come either."

"The young master of the Lin family made it clear that Shengshi is now separate from the Lin family. How could Sheng Hong possibly come to support the Lin family?"

"Shengshi shouldn't be so concerned about it. It's just a matter of emotions, and they're still cooperating on the Sea Feast Manor project..."

In the business world, interactions and social graces often lead to some changes. However, these were not the main focus of the banquet this time. More people's attention was concentrated on the Sun family, or more precisely, on Miss Sun Chun.

In one corner of the banquet hall, several ladies stood together, among whom Sun Chun's appearance and demeanor stood out the most. Dressed in an elegant and graceful ivory gown, she held herself with dignity even when conversing with men. Her figure, appearance, education, and manners were impeccable, except for her slightly weakened family background, making her nearly flawless.

Although today's gathering seemed to celebrate Mr. Lin's discharge from the hospital, insiders knew it was also an introduction and matchmaking event.

The Lin family was to be allied with the Sun family, and in the future, the Lin family's power would fall into the hands of the relatively unknown young master of the Lin family, regardless of whether he was an adopted son. In the future, they would have to show him respect whenever they met in the business world.

As the banquet officially began, Father Lin appeared before the crowd, his steps showing no hesitation, indicating that his injuries had indeed healed.

Standing next to him on either side were two men. One was Lin Tang, who was somewhat familiar to most people. At first glance, they only noticed that this young master's appearance seemed even more radiant than before. If there was anything different, it was that the melancholy and hostility between his brows seemed to have disappeared.

However, it was the other man who truly captured everyone's attention. Compared to Lin Tang, who still seemed like a child, this man was already fully grown.

He was tall and with long legs, his well-fitted suit complemented his figure perfectly. His cold yet not sharp eyes exuded the maturity and restraint of a grown man, a demeanor that didn't quite match his twenty-five years of age. However, it didn't seem out of place on him at all.

Most people just found him composed, but a small group of individuals at the top echelons exchanged knowing glances when they saw him, understanding each other's thoughts without a word spoken.

Judging a person solely based on their demeanor is not always accurate, but they all sensed an aura from this man that made them feel unsettled. It wasn't ostentatious, but it demanded respect.

Because of this intuition, when Father Lin introduced Lin Su to everyone, they all went up and exchanged a few words with him. Before the interaction, they were still uncertain and suspicious, but after the conversation, their speculations were confirmed.

His social skills were impeccable, and when occasional business issues were discussed, his responses were not those of a novice. Sometimes, he even provided insights that made them feel enlightened. Such advice was invaluable. Despite his subtle suggestions, he seemed unperturbed, maintaining a gentle and humble demeanor.

While the men were interested in making his acquaintance and befriending him, the women were more drawn to his handsome appearance. Serious men always have a certain charm, and Lin Su was already handsome enough on his own.

"It seems like he's not inferior to the one from the Shengshi group," someone whispered quietly.

Sun Chun held her wine glass, studying the man who was chatting with a smile. She turned to her friend and said, "Indeed, he's of high quality. He used to keep a low profile, but now it seems he was biding his time."

"Who cares about conspiracies and schemes, the main point is that he's good-looking," her friend remarked while sizing him up. "He must be over 1.85 meters tall, completely meeting your standards. If you end up marrying him, it'll truly be a match made in heaven."

"Let's hope so," Sun Chun replied, not as excited as her friend.

Among the many gazes fixed on Lin Su, there was naturally one belonging to Lin Tang. He didn't pay much attention to the affairs of the business world. Many people came to greet him, but few engaged in conversation.

Compared to Lin Su, who was surrounded by a crowd, Lin Tang, with fewer people around him, seemed more like an adopted son. However, he didn't mind. Watching his boyfriend being the center of attention among everyone made him proud. 

Besides, Lin Su would occasionally seek out his presence, not even sparing a glance for Sun Chun. Lin Tang didn't feel neglected in the slightest. His cheerful demeanor made Father Lin glance at him several times, even suspecting if his son had been replaced.

In the past, Lin Tang would have immediately confronted his older brother if he saw him outshining him. Now, he was surprisingly obedient. Perhaps he had grown up, finally overcoming his rebellious phase. Father Lin thought with relief.

Until the music started playing, signaling the two main figures of the banquet to take the floor for the first dance.

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