The man was like a god in the night, playing with his eyes closed, and no one could disturb him.
When I got closer, I realized that there was no expression on his cold face, and there was a cold and dark air surrounding him that even the moonlight could not dispel.
Mu Ning stood quietly behind him, subconsciously looking at his right hand. The thick gauze had been replaced by a bandage, wrapped around the palm, revealing the white and slender fingertips.
Sure enough, playing the piano requires strength, and when the wound was pulled, blood seeped out, which was so shocking to see.
But he didn't seem to feel anything, as his fingers danced happily on the keys.
I haven't touched the piano in twelve years, but I played the song "Seeking Love" on her birthday.
The story behind this song is about the humble yet passionate love that a low-class man has for a wealthy young lady.
Oh, he really can take this touching thing to the extreme.
Mu Ning grabbed his hand, and the sound of the piano suddenly stopped. He raised his head in slight surprise.
"Ning Ning is here." He looked at Mu Ning and frowned slightly, "Why aren't you wearing the dress I prepared for you?"
Hearing his dissatisfied voice, Mu Ning said without any hesitation, "I've always felt that Uncle Gu has bad taste. I don't want to wear such an ugly dress."
Her voice was cold, blown away by the sea breeze, "Isn't my hand still healed? Why are you making it so difficult for yourself?"
Gu Zhiyin didn't argue with her, his eyebrows were gentle, "I learned it especially for Ning Ning, do you like it?"
Mu Ning sneered, unabashedly sarcastic, "Uncle Gu's hands are bleeding and he still wants to play such a difficult piece of music for me. I'm really touched."
As he said that, he couldn't help holding his hand so hard that his nails dug into the bandage.
She saw the smile on Gu Zhiyin's face suddenly stiffen, and a hint of pain appeared on his slightly frowned eyebrows.
Mu Ning smiled and said, "What's wrong, Uncle Gu, does it hurt? I thought you weren't afraid of pain."
Gu Zhiyin sneered in his heart, to take revenge on him? After all, he is still a child, and everything shows on his face.
Looking at the hand she was squeezing, she sighed with a hint of grievance, "Okay, Ning Ning, stop torturing me, everyone is waiting for you."
"But I'm in a bad mood right now, Uncle Gu." Mu Ning's eyes were obviously cold.
The man asked knowingly, "Who made my Ning Ning unhappy?"
Mu Ning snorted coldly, "Who else could it be besides you?"
Gu Zhiyin didn't panic at all and coaxed in a good-tempered way, "Then I apologize to Ning Ning. How about we celebrate your birthday first and then take it out on you when we get back?"
"Not good." Mu Ning sneered coldly, "Uncle Gu always uses this trick to coax me, don't you get tired of it?"
"What do you want Ning Ning to do?" Gu Zhiyin's face finally became a little stern. He held Mu Ning's hand and suddenly stood up. The distance between them was instantly widened. The compelling aura on his body that he had deliberately concealed suddenly appeared. Released, it was so powerful that it overwhelmed Mu Ning's head.
Mu Ning subconsciously wanted to step back, but his hands were held by him and he couldn't break free.
Then she was pushed down on the piano by Gu Zhiyin, and her back pressed against the keys, making a harsh noise.
There were already people whispering in the audience.
Gu Zhiyin leaned close to her ear and said in a slightly gloomy tone, "Ning Ning should know my temper. Don't ruin a good birthday party and make trouble with me when you go home, okay?"
Mu Ning didn't dare to move anymore, fearing that he would go crazy in public.
Gu Zhiyin hummed and led her to the glass platform in the center of the guest seat.
He glanced at everyone present, opened his lips lightly, and said in a clear voice, "Introduce me to my girlfriend, Mu Ning."
The crowd was in an uproar.
Gu Zhiyin's girlfriend? ?
crazy? !
"Isn't she a girl adopted by the Gu family? That's what it says on the invitation letter. When did the adopted daughter of the Gu family get promoted to be the person next to Master Gu?"
"I was still waiting for Gu Zhiyin to be my son-in-law, but now it's better, I got a girlfriend! She's been hiding at home all this time!"
"Master Gu is playing big now. He's a child bride. Oh my god, he's not afraid of being criticized by the outside world. Isn't Gu's reputation gone?"
"This...this difference is too big! It turns out that Mr. Gu likes tender ones!"
Gu Zhiyin's words almost exploded the guests.
Lu Xinting was so angry that she almost wanted to rush to the stage.
What on earth is Gu Zhiyin doing!
Although she hopes that Gu Zhiyin can give Mu Ning a serious identity, but not now! Now is simply not the time!
Since these celebrities were invited as the adopted daughter of the Gu family, why did they suddenly change their minds when introducing Mu Ning! What's the meaning? Did he even lose his face? !
But he is shameless, and Mu Ning is still shameless!
If Mu Ning is exposed to the public eye like this, how much spit will she have to drown in? How much hostility and trouble will it bring her? How can I live a carefree and secure life in the future?
She, a little girl with no power, could only rely on his protection. He was simply pushing Mu Ning to the forefront, leaving her with no way out!
Lu Xinting's blood pressure soared. I have to say that Gu Zhiyin's plan was really loud!
Mu Ning stood on the stage at a loss, facing these strange eyes, biting his slightly white lips.
In full view of everyone, Gu Zhiyin hugged Mu Ning affectionately into his arms, then raised his hand, and the staff immediately came over with a bouquet of roses.
At this time, the music sounded and the lights turned on.
Gu Zhiyin handed a large handful of bright red roses to Mu Ning.
Mu Ning was completely forced to accept this bouquet of roses.
He raised his lips and whispered in Mu Ning's ear, "Happy twenty, little one."
"Bang!" There was a sound, and fireworks exploded in the sky.
Mu Ning was startled, and Gu Zhiyin smiled and hugged the frightened woman tighter.
The fireworks in the sky were extremely brilliant, illuminating their faces extremely clearly.
Gu Zhiyin's lips came closer, almost biting Mu Ning's ear, "Finally, when you grow up, Ning Ning, uncle will give you a birthday gift."
The deep and pleasant voice struck her ear bones, and before she could react, there was an exquisite blue velvet brocade box in his hand.
Mora aquamarine sparkles brightly under the night sky.
Under everyone's shocked eyes, Gu Zhiyin affectionately put the ring on Mu Ning's thin white finger, then lowered her lips and kissed it.
The people in the audience widened their eyes and gathered together to talk. The fireworks were too loud and they couldn't hear what they were saying. Judging from their weird and weird expressions, they probably didn't say anything good.
Gu Zhiyin hummed and didn't care much. He called them here just to tell them that whether they accepted it or not had nothing to do with him.
Gu Zhiyin pulled Mu Ning to step down.
Mu Ning stood still, and Gu Zhiyin had no choice but to stop.
I saw her staring at the ring on her middle finger, lost in thought.
"Ning Ning doesn't want to leave? Do you want to hug her?"
Mu Ning raised his head, sniffed, and his eyes were slightly moist, "Uncle Gu, I want to ask you a question, can you answer me truthfully?"
Confusion and grievance flashed in her eyes. Even though he guessed what she would ask, Gu Zhiyin still softened, "Okay."
"Are you afraid of losing me?"
Gu Zhiyin was startled and hugged her tightly, "What are you talking about?"
Mu Ning struggled to break free and shouted hysterically, "I ask you if you are afraid of losing me, answer me!"
"Bang!" There was a sound, and huge fireworks exploded above their heads.
Seeing her tears falling one by one, her broken expression, her helplessness and panic... Gu Zhiyin felt as if something was choking her throat.
A man who is good at pretending and never shows weakness in front of others said a word that has never been in his dictionary.
"Afraid."
His voice was so hoarse that Mu Ning's eyes turned red, "Then...why did you lie to me?"
