Eleven wasnât the only one who felt that something was amiss.
She inadvertently learned that Gu Liancheng usually attended parties alone.
So, why did he bring her along this time?
"When Fourth Master makes a move, he certainly brings along a stunning beauty!"
"Watch your words!" Su Luo laughed. "Be careful, this is not a joking matter, call her Fourth Sister-in-law!"
"Fourth Sister-in-law? Hello, Fourth Sister-in-law!"
"Fourth Sister-in-law, Blessings and Gold."
Even with Su Luoâs explanation, there was still a mash of uncouth flavors mixed into the ostensibly respectful salutations of "Fourth Sister-in-law."
Eleven thought that Su Luo was an unserious character. These people were calling her "Fourth Sister-in-law" outwardly, but she wondered if they respected her in their hearts. Perhaps most of them did not consider her as the real Mrs. Gu?
On occasions where the legal wife was absent, and the mistresses - Little Three, Little Four, Little Five - were brought out singly, they also received respectful address from this crop of wayward bon vivants, indicating the status of Fourth Master Gu in the circle.
"Fourth Brother, show us a move, will you?"
At Su Luoâs invitation, everyone chimed in, "Fourth Brother! Fourth Brother!"
Gu Liancheng didnât decline, he pulled Eleven by the hand and led her onto the field.
"I donât know how to..."
How would she know how to play golf?
This activity, often characterized as an "elegant sport" of high society, certainly wasnât one of her hobbies!
Gu Liancheng stood behind her, his tall body pressing against hers, his large hand holding her hand and the golf club, and in her ear, he quietly instructed: "Just leave it to me."
He led her hand, swung the golf club, and the golf ball traced a beautiful parabolic arc in midair.
The cheers nearby signified that Gu Lianchengâs shot was indeed impressive.
"Fourth Masterâs moves are ingenious, flirting while playing, truly a learning experience."
"Fourth Brother, how about a match?" Su Luo invited warmly, "A two-hour game, just in time for dinner afterwards."
Everyone loved a spectacle, all but Gu Liancheng agreed with the proposal.
"Alright, I will entertain you just this once."
Eleven held his hand and asked, "Arenât you tired from just getting off the plane?"
Gu Liancheng glanced at her and said: "Donât worry."
"Oh! Fourth Sister-in-law looks worried!"
"Fourth Brother, Iâm so jealous. Fourth Sister-in-law is so concerned about you."
"Fourth Sister-in-law, rest assured!" Su Luo said with a chuckle, "Iâll definitely go easy."
"No need," Eleven said, "just make sure you wonât cry when you lose."
"Oooh~~" The others joined in the teasing.
Gu Liancheng was somewhat surprised at Elevenâs defense. He quickly let out a small smile and reassured her with a trace of complicity, "I wonât let you lose in a disgraceful way."
"Hey, letâs see how it goes!"
As Gu Liancheng went to change, Eleven, knowing no one around, felt awkward staying alone and thus followed him. Everyone present chuckled at her demure demeanor.
"Fourth Brother has found himself a delicate creature this time."
"She must be a favorite, otherwise, she wouldnât have been brought over to Young Master Luoâs place. This is unprecedented."
"Those curves look great, and those slim legs could hook anyoneâs soul!"
"He Shao, Iâm not pleased to hear that, where am I lacking compared to her?"
Su Luo tapped his glass to quieten them, "Let me remind you all, this is no joke. Donât make fun of that girl, or you will bear the consequences. If anything happens, I wonât plead for you with Fourth Brother!"
Everyone was sceptical: "Is it really that serious?"