I'm in Love Apartment, and the system is making me cultivate immortality.

Chapter 396 On New Year's Eve, they all gathered in room 3601
downstairs.

Xiao Dali's attention was not on the documentary playing on the TV in front of him.

She secretly pricked up her ears, listening to every sound coming from upstairs.

However, it's obvious that the little girl couldn't possibly hear anything.

"I wonder if Brother Yifan will fight with Mommy," the little girl thought, resting her chin on her hand and swinging her legs back and forth on the sofa.

Although Xiao Dali's IQ far exceeds that of her peers, the lack of paternal love makes her feel confused about some of the lessons she receives from her teachers.

For example, teachers always teach children that their parents raised them together.

Dad is the pillar of the family, and Mom is the helmsman.

Their parents formed a family together, which led to their birth.

Xiao Dali, however, was always puzzled.

For example, why do two people need to form a family?

And why is it that a child is born because there is a father?

But she has never had a father since she was a child.

As a result, Xiao Dali has felt inferior and frustrated.

All the other students in the class have fathers, but she doesn't.

Little Dali was still very curious to understand why she was born if she had a father.

Couldn't it be like in the myths and legends, where the mother molds her out of clay all by herself?

Xiao Dali secretly asked other classmates who had fathers.

A classmate told her mysteriously that her parents were fighting, and that after the fight, they would have a baby.

Although Zhuge Dali still didn't quite understand why fighting would result in having a child, a seed had been vaguely planted in her heart.

She later learned from other classmates that their fathers would also secretly beat their mothers.

With a rigorous approach, Xiao Dali also quietly summarized some patterns.

For example, "This only happens when Mom and Dad are alone together."

"It mostly happens at night! This behavior won't hurt Mom."

"It's best not to disturb them during this stage. If you do, you might get a beating from your parents! (A classmate's experience serves as a cautionary tale.)"

In summary.
Zhuge Dali counted on her fingers, feeling that all the necessary elements were now complete.

Yifan, the older brother, is alone with his mother. It's evening now, and they're in their room upstairs.

Then
Will Brother Yifan hit Mom?

Will she soon have a new younger brother or sister? Will she then have a father?

A hint of anticipation appeared on Xiao Dali's little face.

If Yifan could be her father, that would be perfect.

She really likes Brother Yifan.

So she has a father now!
If Gu Yifan knew what Dali was thinking, he would definitely be both amused and exasperated.

Although Dali is very smart, even far more so than his peers.

But he was still just a child, and was ignorant about many things, so he could only guess.

At the same time, one might also feel sorry for Xiao Dali.

After all
The little girl just wants to find a father and have a complete family.

Just as the little girl was looking forward to it.

The sound of a door closing and footsteps came from the second floor.

Gu Yifan and Madam Zhuge, who had changed her clothes, came downstairs.

"mom!"

Xiao Dali quickly jumped off the sofa, took short strides, and ran to the stairs.

"Dali must have been waiting for Mommy for a long time. I'm sorry, Dali." Zhuge Dasheng rubbed his obedient daughter's head, with a hint of apology.

She was so busy picking out clothes that she neglected her daughter.

It's because Dali is usually too sensible and well-behaved, never causing trouble for adults.

"It's okay, Dali didn't have to wait long." The little girl smiled, tilting her head back.

At the same time, her eyes curiously scanned her mother and her brother Yifan who came down behind her, her bright eyes filled with inquiry and a hint of expectation.

Gu Yifan noticed Xiao Dali's somewhat strange gaze.

He assumed she was just eager to go out and play, so he smiled and took the little girl's hand.

"How about I take you to buy fireworks later, and we'll set them off together tonight?"

The fireworks drew away most of Xiao Dali's attention, and her flawless big eyes lit up as she nodded repeatedly like a chick pecking at rice.

"it is good!"

But then, Xiao Dali hesitated and looked at his mother.

"Is Dali okay?"

Zhuge Dasheng nodded gently, "Of course."

Little Dali jumped up and down excitedly, "That's great!"

Setting off fireworks seems to be a privilege reserved for children with parents.

Xiao Dali had considered asking her mother to set off fireworks with her.

However, Zhuge Dasheng is either very busy or worried that fireworks are too dangerous, so he only occasionally buys some less dangerous fireworks for his daughter.

But with Gu Yifan around, things are different.

Zhuge Dasheng's gaze fell on Gu Yifan, who was holding Dali Xiao's hand and walking out. The two of them looked so harmonious from behind.

Immediately afterwards, Zhuge Dasheng recalled what Gu Yifan had said in the room earlier.

"Tch, man."

Zhuge Dasheng's pretty face showed some dissatisfaction. Even though she hadn't had any expectations, she couldn't help but think about it now.

How wonderful it would be if they really became a family of three.
Stepping outside from the warm room, it gets rather chilly.

Gu Yifan gripped the little girl's hands tightly, channeling his spiritual energy to raise his own body temperature.

No matter how powerful a Taoist technique might be in a fantasy world, in this world, practicality is the primary consideration.

A skill that allows Gu Yifan to warm the hearts of the girls around him is a good skill.

Sure enough, Xiao Dali didn't feel cold. She pulled Gu Yifan forward a few steps and came to the car.

"Be careful, don't fall," Gu Yifan instructed.

Dali peeked behind him at Zhuge Dasheng, who was closing the door, before raising his head and asking in a low voice.

"Brother Yifan, did you fight with Mom just now?"

"Fight?" Gu Yifan was confused. What did that mean?
Xiao Dali innocently said, "It's just that it will give me a younger brother or sister to fight with."

I drove towards the apartment.

As Gu Yifan drove, he gradually came to his senses.

A moment of silence ensued. What on earth was going through Little Dali's little head?

On the other hand, it's normal for children not to know where they came from.

But how would a little girl know about 'fighting'?
He was probably led astray by his classmates at school.

Gu Yifan felt a deep, fatherly pain.

He treats Xiao Dali like a daughter, and Gu Yifan is certain that Xiao Dali won't grow up to be a bad person.

For example, a child who goes from being an innocent little angel to a rebellious kid who dates a guy with dyed yellow hair and calls his father "biology dad" all the time.

In that case, it is important to correct some of Xiao Dali's naive ideas in time.

For example, the matter of how a child comes into the world.

Gu Yifan firmly believes that it is better to guide than to suppress; cultivating children's correct values ​​from a young age is always better than covering them up.

Gu Yifan made up his mind to talk to Zhuge Dasheng later and have his wife explain things to Xiao Dali.

Arrived at the intersection of the apartment road.

Gu Yifan slowed down and saw several familiar faces.

A group of young women were gathered in front of a fireworks stall, picking and choosing, occasionally asking the stall owner how to set off those strange and unusual fireworks.

Gu Yifan stepped on the brake and rolled down the car window.

"Ziqiao, Zhang Wei, Xiao Hei, what are you guys doing here?"

Upon hearing this, the three people surrounded by a group of beautiful women all looked up.

Zhang Wei was the worst performer, blushing furiously, looking completely foolish, and with snot running down his nose.

I wonder which of the Calabash Brothers, Little Black, is acting so calm and collected with Zi Qiao.

Clearly, these two like-minded individuals have seen a lot in the world.

"Hey, Yifan, you're finally back. What else can you do but sell fireworks?"

Despite the freezing weather, Lü Ziqiao insisted on wearing that thin suit and shivered in the cold wind.

Xiao Hei also greeted Gu Yifan, "Hi~ Yifan, you're back."

Gu Yifan nodded; he knew, of course, that the three of them were setting up a stall to sell fireworks.

Gu Yifan rolled up the car window, opened the car door and got out, walking to the three-person stall.

The group of beautiful women noticed the handsome Gu Yifan and secretly glanced at him.

"What I mean is, do you have a sales license for fireworks?"

Gu Yifan pointed to the fireworks stall and asked.

Without a doubt, this was Ziqiao's idea.

There was a sign in front of them that read: "Beautiful female customers aged 18 and above can enjoy a 50% discount by adding the owner's QQ account."

No wonder most of the customers at the fireworks stalls are girls.

"Sales license? What's that?" Ziqiao said he had never heard of it.

Gu Yifan rolled his eyes.

"You dare to sell fireworks on the street without me? Be careful you don't get arrested and spend the New Year in jail."

Ziqiao and Xiaohei were dumbfounded. "Is it that serious? Zhang Wei, aren't you a lawyer? Did you know about this?"

Zhang Wei, whose nose was running from the cold, thought for a moment and nodded. "I read in the newspaper that Shanghai seems to have implemented a fireworks and firecrackers monopoly system this year."

"Selling without a sales permit is illegal. If caught, you may be fined, and in serious cases, you may be detained."

Gu Yifan nodded. "Zhang Wei, you seem to pay a lot of attention to current events."

Zhang Wei straightened his neck and said, "That's right, it's a basic quality of a professional lawyer."

[Zhang Wei: Actually, I saw it by chance when I was rolling up fried dough sticks with newspaper this morning; I had completely forgotten about it.]

Ziqiao and Xiaohei stared at each other with wide eyes, "Why didn't you say so earlier!"

Zhang Wei said innocently, "You didn't ask me."

Gu Yifan's eyelids twitched. "Zhang Wei, as a lawyer, you are breaking the law knowingly, which is an aggravated offense."

Zhang Wei was startled and quickly said he wouldn't do it anymore.

Ziqiao and Xiaohei obviously didn't dare to continue selling, but there were still so many fireworks left.

Ziqiao's eyes lit up, and he loudly announced to the girls around him.

If they wish to attend, there will be a free fireworks show at midnight during the party that evening.

A group of girls around him boldly pointed at Gu Yifan and asked, "Will he go too?"

Ziqiao's eyes lit up. "Of course, he's the main character."

The girls chattered amongst themselves and said, "Let's participate too."

Gu Yifan's forehead creased with annoyance. He pulled Ziqiao aside and said, "You rascal, didn't I tell you to invite fewer outsiders?"

Ziqiao dismissed it, saying that he had already made all the arrangements.

The party was divided into two sessions: a cozy session in room 3601, where familiar faces would gather, and a lively party for young people in room 3602.

"By the way, Yifan, a few girls came to the apartment, saying they're looking for you," Ziqiao secretly tipped off Gu Yifan. If they were all Gu Yifan's ex-girlfriends, he'd better run before he got cornered.

"Oh, it's nothing, he's my friend." Gu Yifan nodded.

"Friends?" Ziqiao was a little skeptical.

At this moment, Zhuge Dasheng, who couldn't wait in the car, took the little girl's hand and got off the car.

"Yifan, are you done yet?"

"Wow!" x3
Upon seeing the elegant and graceful lady, Ziqiao, Xiaohei, and Zhang Wei all exclaimed in surprise.

Ziqiao and Xiaohei stared at Madam Zhuge's dignified and beautiful face, as well as her graceful figure.

Zhang Wei's eyes widened, and he stammered, "Are you...are you Attorney Zhuge from Dasheng Law Firm?"

Zhuge Dasheng looked at Zhang Wei strangely, then nodded. "It's me. And you are?"

"You're my fan? No, no, I mean, I'm your idol!"

Zhang Wei became so excited that he blurted out whatever came to mind.

He knew Zhuge Dasheng, the owner of a top law firm in Shanghai, and also the youngest and most promising among the top law firm owners in Shanghai.

Getting into Dasheng Law Firm is the ultimate dream for junior lawyers like Zhang Wei.

As for Zhang Wei, he didn't even dare to think about it.

Gu Yifan stepped forward to help the embarrassed Zhang Wei out of the predicament, saying, "His name is Zhang Wei, and he's my friend."

Zhuge Dasheng was somewhat surprised and looked at Gu Yifan, "Is your friend also a lawyer?"

“That’s right.” Gu Yifan nodded.

He had previously considered helping Zhang Wei by introducing him to Dasheng Law Firm for an internship.

However, since this matter would require the help of Zhuge Dasheng, and he wasn't very familiar with Zhang Wei, he decided to drop the matter.

While Ziqiao was amazed by the appearance of Zhuge Dasheng, he didn't forget that Zhuge Dasheng got out of Gu Yifan's car. Ziqiao secretly pulled Gu Yifan's arm and asked in a low voice.

"Who is this?"

“A company investor,” Gu Yifan replied briefly. “I invited him to my apartment to spend New Year’s Eve together.”

But Ziqiao clearly didn't think their relationship could be as simple as just ordinary friends or investors.

Can ordinary friends bring their children to someone else's home for Chinese New Year?
Immediately, Ziqiao and Xiaohei looked at Gu Yifan with amazement and admiration.

Strong, too strong.

Xiao Dali was attracted by the dazzling array of fireworks in front of him and curiously went forward to examine them.

Ziqiao, being a very tactful person, waved his hand and told the little girl to pick whatever she liked, saying that he would give her whatever she wanted.

This action won Zhuge Liang's favor, and his originally indifferent expression softened with a smile.

After Dali finished his selection, Gu Yifan originally planned to help Ziqiao pack up his stall.

"No, if these fireworks explode in your trunk, we couldn't afford to pay for them even if we sold all three of us. Let's clean it up ourselves," Ziqiao immediately refused.

"That's right, safety is the most important thing," Xiao Hei said.

Well, when these two are acting like people, they're actually quite human.

Suite 3601.

As the old saying goes, three women make a drama.

In reality, no one knows how many group chats a group of four girls in a dormitory could have.

Unlike most men, who will show their dislike on their face.

Even if a girl doesn't like someone, she won't break off the relationship at first; she can even act like sisters.

But that doesn't stop people from gossiping in private.

During Gu Yifan's absence, three girls gathered in the suite.

Miss Qin, Su Fox, and Xinling.

Su Weiwei was the first to arrive at the apartment. Gu Yifan had taken Nuolan to the TV station, and since she had nothing to do at home, she took the suite key Gu Yifan had given her and set off first.

Unexpectedly, room 3601 had already been occupied by a woman with a slender figure.

Well, Qin Yumo was bored staying alone in 3603, so she went to 3601.

Although she was alone in room 3601, Qin Yumo could comfortably lie on the sofa and watch TV, and her mind was at peace, without any chaotic or wild thoughts.

The reason for this should not be a problem with the feng shui of the suite, but rather a problem with the suite's owner.

The two women had never met each other.

When Su Weiwei first knocked on the door and came in, Qin Yumo thought she had come to the wrong place.

It wasn't until Su Huli, who keenly sensed something was amiss, said that she had been invited by Gu Yifan to spend New Year's Eve together.

Miss Qin immediately realized Su Weiwei's identity.

She is one of the two older sisters Gu Yifan mentioned. Although she is not his biological sister, now that she has become Gu Yifan's woman, she can be considered his sister as well.

Miss Qin adopted the demeanor of a hostess, warmly greeting Su Weiwei.

Even putting everything else aside, she is still a part of Love Apartment. The apartment is her home ground, while Su Weiwei is an outsider.

Generally speaking, this should be fine.

Qin Yumo also felt that she was enthusiastic enough.

Unfortunately, Su Weiwei and Gu Yifan's relationship was not just that of close neighbors, but that of childhood sweethearts.

Now, in Su Weiwei's eyes, this woman who appeared out of nowhere was showing off in front of her.

I was furious.

However, Su Weiwei was no ordinary person; she began to casually mention Wan Yu and Yi Fei.

This made Miss Qin feel quite uncomfortable.

It's as if even if Wanyu and Yifei aren't around, they are still Gu Yifan's real girlfriends.

She's just like a mother monkey ruling the mountain when there's no tiger around.

Fortunately, the awkward atmosphere didn't last long, and Cyndi arrived.

Xinling is intelligent and quick-witted, and she's also the peacemaker type; she understands things immediately.

Whether it's Su Weiwei or Miss Qin, they are both Gu Yifan's confidantes.

With Xinling there, constantly trying to ease their tensions, the three women finally got along well.

Cyndi Wang's contribution was indispensable.

This also allowed Gu Yifan to return to the suite.

I saw three women sitting around the sofa, cracking sunflower seeds and peanuts, getting along harmoniously.

He was initially worried that letting them meet so abruptly might lead to an argument.

Looking at it now, it seems they get along quite well?

"You're back!" Miss Qin was the first to notice Gu Yifan and greeted him.

"Xiao Fan, why are you so late? Oh, Sister Da Sheng!" Su Fox stood up and was surprised to see Zhuge Da Sheng behind Gu Yifan.

"Brother, you're finally back! I was about to call you to check on you if you hadn't come back soon," Xinling said with a sigh of relief.

Xinling was incredibly worried about helping Gu Yifan maintain the relationship between Su Weiwei and Miss Qin.

Following behind Gu Yifan, Zhuge Dasheng had already guessed what was going on, but when he actually saw the three stunning beauties, each with her own unique charm, in the suite...

Lady Zhuge was still not in a good mood.

Her hand subtly pinched Gu Yifan's soft waist hard.

He glanced at Gu Yifan with a half-smile.

He was fully aware of the three women's origins.

Gu Yifan gave an awkward laugh.

Zhuge Dasheng walked past Gu Yifan and greeted the others present with a smile.

What else can be done.

As it stands, she is the oldest woman present, and also the only one whom everyone present recognizes.

To whom does the title of "highly respected and virtuous" belong?

Zhuge Dasheng began to help the young man maintain his relationship with a woman.

“Dali, this is your Aunt Weiwei, this is your Aunt Xinling, and Yu Mo? What are you doing here?”

Qin Yumo was also somewhat bewildered when she saw that Gu Yifan had actually brought back Zhuge Dasheng.

She and Zhuge Dasheng are good friends!
The first time I met Gu Yifan was because of Zhuge Dasheng.

Xiao Dali also knew Qin Yumo and greeted Miss Qin.

Now, it seems that although they don't all know each other, they are all basically connected.

Su Weiwei greatly admired Zhuge Dasheng, and the two often met at the company.

Su Weiwei hadn't expected Zhuge Dasheng to come; didn't that mean...?
Good, good! Xiao Fan is indeed extraordinary; he can even win over a beautiful woman like Zhuge Dasheng.

Su Fox's resentment was becoming uncontrollable.

By now, the three women are somewhat aware of each other's relationships.

Miss Qin was the only one who remained in the dark.

Although it was a bit strange that they were all beautiful women, Qin Yumo knew that Gu Yifan had also called his roommate, so it didn't matter.

The atmosphere at 3601 was slightly awkward at first.

But soon.

As soon as Cao Cao was mentioned, Xiang Yu arrived.

Speaking of Zhang Wuji, Xie Xun also arrived.

The three arrived right on time; it was their first time visiting the apartment.

After putting down the New Year's gifts they had brought, they began to excitedly observe Gu Yifan's suite, exclaiming that it was no wonder he didn't live in the dormitory.

Compared to that, the school's dilapidated dormitories, which didn't even have air conditioning, were hardly a place for humans to live.

Although they didn't know each other very well, only Xinling and Gu Yifan, the three roommates, had met each other.

When Su Weiwei took Gu Yifan to school, Xie Xun and the others hadn't arrived yet.

But with the shrewd Lin Xiangyu around and the easygoing Xie Xun, the suite became lively and the relationships were quite harmonious.

Gu Yifan's mission is not over yet.

Next up is the cooking demonstration. The challenge is to prepare enough food for at least a dozen people in a short period of time.

Fortunately, I heard that Guan Gu started preparing Japanese cuisine early in the afternoon.

Gu Yifan planned to find a private restaurant, book a table, and cook a few dishes himself; that would basically take care of everything.

He changed into an apron and came over.

Xie Xun and the other two led Xiao Dali to set off fireworks in the courtyard of the residential area.

All four women offered to help Gu Yifan, but he turned them all away.

The kitchen is only so big, and everyone crammed in here is just making things worse.

The four beauties then sat on the sofa and began to chat.

Xinling praised Gu Yifan's cooking skills, which was unanimously agreed upon by the others.

But as she continued praising him, Miss Qin began to feel that something was amiss.

How come they all ate Gu Yifan's cooking? When did they eat it?
Su Weiwei casually began to boast about how she used to spend the New Year with Gu Yifan.

These words reached the ears of the other three women.

Not to be outdone, Ms. Qin recounted her experiences of dining at the suite.

Zhuge Dasheng said nonchalantly that Gu Yifan went to help her take care of the child, and the family of three happily ate dinner together.

The four women exchanged glances.

Seeing the same look in their eyes, could it be that we are all competitors?
The atmosphere gradually became strange, and an invisible competition and rivalry began to take shape.

Xinling secretly slipped into the kitchen to report to Gu Yifan.

This is terrible! A chaotic scene is about to unfold!
(End of this chapter)