Before they knew it, it was already Saturday—the official date of the launch event.
At nine in the morning, Gan Yuan brought Gan Tang to the hotel terrace, where, together with all the other little models, he went through the final rehearsal of the day.
After several days of practice, the little fellow had completely mastered the rhythm of the entire fashion show, walking the runway with effortless proficiency.
"Perfect!" Watching as Gan Tang finished his last walk down the runway, Xu Anran raised his palm, applauding with a smile for all the little models, "You were wonderful, kids, you are sure to dazzle the entire audience tonight. Now, everyone rest up a bit. Let the staff set up the venue. Uncle has prepared a sumptuous lunch for you, along with your favorite ice cream. Alright, disperse now! At three o’clock, we’ll change and walk the runway!"
The little ones immediately scattered in all directions, looking for their parents or agents, with Gan Tang also walking over to where Gan Yuan was coming up to meet him.
Gan Yuan lifted her little one off the runway with a smile and planted a kiss on his forehead.
"My son is amazing. Let’s go get some lunch and rest for a while over there." They picked up two lunch servings and found a good spot to sit in the corner of the terrace. Gan Tang took the spoon Gan Yuan handed him, "Did mommy prepare a dress?"
"A dress?" Gan Yuan laughed, "I’m not going on stage, what do I need a dress for?"
The little one frowned and gave her workout attire an appraising look, "So, are you going to wear that tonight?"
"I’m not planning to take part in the event." Gan Yuan added a few stalks of greens to his rice, "When the time comes, mommy will be waiting backstage for you, and after you’re done, we’ll head home."
In such a setting, there would definitely be lots of reporters and media, and she had no desire to be in the spotlight.
The little guy fiddled with his rice with a fork, his long eyelashes drooping, a tinge of annoyance in his voice.
"This is my first performance."
Gan Yuan took in his expression and reached over to steady his shoulders.
"Mommy has confidence in you. You’ve been so diligent in rehearsal these past few days, surely there won’t be any problems."
"But..." the little one drooped his head, "I’m a bit nervous."
Gan Yuan pursed her lips, pondering for a moment.
After all, the little one was still young, and it was natural for him to be nervous. At such a large event, if something were to go wrong...
"Well... alright then!" She finally made up her mind, "I’ll go home later and change my clothes, then I’ll be in the audience watching you."
The little one lifted his face, a spark in his eyes.
"Of course, it’s true. It’s my son’s first time on stage, mommy will of course be there to cheer you on."
The little one immediately slipped off the chair with a smile and scampered away. After a moment, he came skipping back, carrying his little backpack. He took out an exquisitely wrapped gift box, tied with a light blue ribbon, and presented it to her.
"This... is for you."
Gan Yuan took the box he handed her, looking puzzled, "What is this?"
"A birthday gift?" She raised an eyebrow, "Haven’t you already given me one?"
On her birthday, the little one had already given her a gift, and now he was giving another one?
"Yes." Gan Tang climbed back onto his chair, "This is to make up for last year’s gift."
"Well, thank you!" Gan Yuan said with a smile as she put the box on the table and untied the ribbon, "Let me see, what did my handsome little guy give me last year?"
Upon opening the lid, she found a peacock blue piece of clothing inside. By the looks of it, it seemed to be a dress.