Chapter 146: Chapter 132: The Miracle Spanning 600 Years_3
It must be said, Chu Shanhe’s speech was quite moving; everyone in the hall listened intently, their eyes full of respect and admiration for the business association president.
The woman standing behind Chu Shanhe had an elegant and refined demeanor, dignified yet approachable. She stood behind Chu Shanhe with a smile, and in her eyes as she looked at this burly man, there was nothing but happiness and pride.
She was Chu Shanhe’s wife, Su Xiuying.
As the wife who had accompanied Chu Shanhe in building their fortune together, Su Xiuying rarely showed up at public events , focusing on managing the affairs of the household, truly a virtuous and capable partner.
Chu Shanhe was a man who placed great value on family, something Lin Xian had heard about long ago. Though the reputations as a doting father might sound somewhat unflattering, it was actually endearing and heartwarming for a man who was both a husband and a father.
Lin Xian did not know much about Chu Shanhe’s family affairs.
But seeing the eye contact and smiles exchanged between Chu Shanhe and Su Xiuying, it must be that they were very loving and got along well in private.
This was probably what was referred to as “home culture”.
That Chu Anqing had such a good temperament was likely related to her parents’ harmonious relationship. After all, parents are a child’s first teachers, and teaching by example is truly important.
After the New Year’s address, a thunderous applause filled the hall.
Then came the speeches of several key leaders in the association, and the presentation of various awards, nearly everyone had a share, creating a festive and lively atmosphere.
Once these standard proceedings were over, the melodious sounds of the piano filled the air, waiters began placing sumptuous dishes on tables around the hall, and the dance floor in the center cleared.
The traditional dance segment had arrived.
At this banquet, a majority of the guests had come with their families, and even the young entrepreneurs had brought their respective dance partners. They formed groups on the dance floor, waiting for the dance music to begin.
On the second floor, the conductor, wearing white gloves, twirled his wrist, and the piano music suddenly quickened, accompanied by the abrupt rise of the orchestral sound, which instantly opened up a turbulent and passionate mood.
Lin Xian was surprised to hear this familiar music.
Translated, the title is “A Step Away”, and this song is considered one of the most classic tango pieces in popular culture.
Earlier, when the dance floor was cleared, the band on the second floor did not join in with the wind instruments, and Lin Xian hadn’t figure it out. But now with the sudden emphasis on the violin and the rise of the orchestral accompaniment, this “A Step Away” indeed brought back many memories for Lin Xian.
He hadn’t expected them to start with such a passionate tango; he thought they would begin with a slow dance and gradually work their way up.
Today is, after all, the New Year’s banquet, and celebration is the foremost goal.
Considering that all the guests were familiar with each other and each had brought their own dance partners, there was no need for a so-called “slow dance icebreaker” segment, so they dove right into the lively tango phase.
But none of this concerned Lin Xian.
He was here merely as an accessory, a shield for Zhao Yingjun.
All he needed to do, as he had done before, was to sit with Zhao Yingjun at a table on the edge and enjoy some snacks, helping her ward off any unwarranted invites.
Walking in leather shoes, Lin Xian moved to the side…
Zhao Yingjun called out to him from behind.
Lin Xian turned around.
The revolving lights in the hall shimmered on her long dress, creating a mix of light and shadow like blooming flowers, and her earrings swayed as if intoxicated.
She stood there, her eyes gleaming as they fixed on Lin Xian: