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

Chapter 197 Who Isn't a Father?

Chapter 197 Who Isn't a Father?
Lin's father is now like a father-in-law looking at his son-in-law, and the more he looks at him, the more disgusted he becomes.

No, he's not a son-in-law yet.

It's not even close to being established yet.

But what can I do when my daughter likes it?

Lin's father naturally realized that the reason his daughter was arguing with him and trying to sow discord was just to tell him something.

She loves her boyfriend, so there's absolutely no way they'll break up or get along.

Lin's father naturally wouldn't take such childish tricks seriously.

But since it's for my precious daughter, Lin Wanyu, it's hers to use.

Sigh... (long sigh!)

Therefore, unless Lin's father wants to further estrange his daughter, he certainly cannot deny their relationship to her face.

However, it's not that easy to win over his daughter.

The atmosphere in the living room is a little awkward right now.

Lin's father, accustomed to grand occasions, crossed his legs slightly, a gentle smile playing on his refined and easygoing face.

"Xiao Gu, I've heard from your roommates that you've taken good care of Wan Yu these past two months."

Lin Wanyu secretly observed her father's expression, but unfortunately couldn't discern anything, so she could only pray silently that she could get through the ordeal smoothly.

Gu Yifan was a little nervous at first, but when he actually met Lin's father, well...

I guess it's just so-so. We're all human.

Gu Yifan was certain that Lin's father showed no signs of cultivation and was just an ordinary person.

Even the weakest cultivator is still a cultivator.

This made Gu Yifan feel a little more relaxed.

Who isn't a father?

Gu Yifan naturally went along with it, saying things like, "Uncle Lin, you're too kind." and "Taking care of Wanyu is my duty; Wanyu is so innocent, I can't just abandon her."

However, with his facial expressions under control, Gu Yifan spoke with exceptional sincerity.

Lin's father nodded, not thinking that the boy was acting.

He approved of Gu Yifan's character.

Both the information collected by his subordinates and the evaluations from the other residents of Love Apartment proved that Gu Yifan was of good character and upright.

I heard that he saved his classmate twice and even generously helped his classmate with heart disease pay for hospitalization, which is something that Mr. Lin appreciates.

Lin's father was also upright and disliked using underhanded tricks. He believed that one should act with integrity and follow the right path.

One can also see this from the way Lin Wanyu was educated.

Seeing this, Lin Wanyu seized the opportunity to speak.

"Gu Yifan is so good to me, and in the beginning, I was the one who lied to him and hid my identity. I even made him pretend to be my girlfriend because I didn't have any money."

Lin Wanyu went to great lengths to win over her father's favor towards her boyfriend.

"Oh?" Mr. Lin raised an eyebrow; he really didn't know about this.

"Back then, we didn't have any money~" Lin Wanyu took the opportunity to sit next to her father and started acting coquettishly again, muttering resentfully.

"It's all because of you, Dad. You cut off my credit cards and accounts, and I couldn't even pay the rent. Gu Yifan lent me all of it."

After being nagged by his daughter again, Mr. Lin was a little annoyed. "Alright, you're such a grown-up, why do you still like to act like a child? Sit back down first, or Xiao Gu will laugh at you."

Lin's father had his neck wrapped around his daughter's arm, and a hint of helplessness appeared on his handsome face.

Despite this, it's clear that Mr. Lin still enjoys his daughter's coquettishness.

Gu Yifan casually said, "No matter how old you are, you're still a child in your father's eyes. Being able to enjoy your father's company is a happy thing."

Seeing that Gu Yifan was so sensible, Lin's father nodded.

"By the way, Xiao Gu, what about your home?"

“My parents divorced a long time ago and have no contact with each other. My father just passed away.”

Gu Yifan forced a smile, and both Lin's father and Lin Wanyu could see a hint of desolation in his eyes.

In this world, everything depends on acting skills.

This made Lin Wanyu very distressed. She abandoned her elderly father and ran over to hug Gu Yifan's arm.

"Gu Yifan, you still have me. From now on, my dad will be your dad too."

Gu Yifan: "."

What the hell? You old Deng is me, old Deng.

Gu Yifan suppressed his disappointment and said softly, "Uncle is still here, don't joke around."

Lin Wanyu, however, raised her voice instead.

"What I said is fine too. If we get married in the future, my parents will also be your parents."

Lin's father finally understood that these words were specifically meant for him.

A daughter is no longer under her father's control once she grows up.
"Xiao Gu, how long have you been with Wan Yu?"

"21 days," Gu Yifan answered immediately.

"Lu Ziqiao: For the girl you're interested in, be sure to remember several important anniversaries, preferably with the specific dates! It might have a surprising effect."

Ziqiao is absolutely right.

Lin Wanyu was still counting on her fingers.

Upon hearing this, she stared blankly at Gu Yifan, her eyes almost overflowing with tenderness.

"Gu Yifan~"

Lin Wanyu said sweetly, "You remember all of that~"

Although they had only been officially dating for less than a month, for Lin Wanyu, their connection began the day she got off the plane.

So it doesn't feel very short.

Lin's father glanced at his daughter without leaving a trace, and seeing that she was almost snuggling into Gu Yifan's arms, he felt helpless.

My sweet little darling has all ended up with someone else.

As a father, he felt heartbroken seeing his son speak in the shoes of others.

Lin's father had a smile on his face.

"So, your relationship isn't very stable yet?"

"Dad!" Lin Wanyu exclaimed anxiously.

"Wanyu!" This time, Lin's father didn't go along with his daughter's wishes. He raised his hand slightly and said in a deep voice.

"Dad doesn't want to break you up. It's normal for young people to fall in love freely."

"So, in your eyes, your father is just an unreasonable old-fashioned person?"

Lin Wanyu blinked, completely ignoring her father's joking last sentence, and instead exclaimed with delight.

"So you don't object to me being with Gu Yifan anymore?!"

"."

Heartache
Mr. Lin sighed, "In principle, I don't object."

"Great!"

Lin Wanyu breathed a huge sigh of relief.

"but!"

Lin Wanyu's heart, which had been at ease, started racing again. She looked pitifully at her father. Although she knew her daughter was faking it, her father was easily fooled by her act. He sighed softly.

"But the foundation of your relationship isn't truly solid yet."

"Xiao Gu, as a father, I hope you two don't establish an overly close relationship too early."

Gu Yifan: "."

Lin Wanyu: "."

The words were spoken in a very formal manner, but both of them understood them.

It means don't do the last step.

It's a pity, father-in-law, you spoke too late.

Your daughter is already my shape, Gu Yifan is very sorry.

Oh right, it was Wanyu who initiated it! (Innocent)
Lin Wanyu blushed and pretended to be confused, saying, "What are you saying, Dad! I don't understand."

Lin's father: I can't stand staying here any longer.

"Xiao Gu, you're still young. What are your plans for your studies?"

Mr. Lin stopped beating around the bush, shifted his gaze from his daughter who was constantly undermining him, and took a sip of the now-cold green tea.

"Studies?"

"Uncle Lin, what do you mean?"

Gu Yifan was certain that Lin's father's questions to him were not simply out of concern for his studies.

That is?

Lin's father didn't mince words and said with a smile.

"Since you're Wanyu's boyfriend, Xiao Gu, have you considered changing your major, for example, to finance or business?"

Lin's father believed that Gu Yifan understood what he meant.

Gu Yifan did understand.

First of all, Lin's father only has one daughter, Wanyu, so whether or not he has any illegitimate children is another matter.

Gu Yifan estimated that Lin Wanyu didn't have many relatives, as he hadn't heard Lin Wanyu mention them much.

That allows us to draw a preliminary conclusion.

"It won't be easy for Lin's father to find a suitable successor."

In ancient times, prominent families would continuously expand their branches and form strong clan relationships to protect the interests of their clan.

No matter how much infighting occurs within the family, at least the meat stays in their own bowl, instead of rotting in the pot and being shared with others.

The Lin family's current achievements are absolutely inseparable from Lin's father, but his weakness is that he does not have a suitable successor.

If Wanyu had been able to properly inherit the family business, she wouldn't be the naive and innocent girl she is now.

Let alone later training, whose heir isn't trained from childhood?

Looking at history illuminates the past and present.

Of the princes in ancient times who weren't groomed as heirs but later ascended the throne, how many were truly capable? How many were used as puppets or had their power usurped by civil officials? Gu Yifan speculated that Lin's father, who doted on Wanyu so much, was suddenly arranging blind dates for her, even a direct engagement.

It's very likely that he knew he couldn't manage his daughter, despite the vast business empire he had built over the years.

Perhaps they didn't want their innocent daughter to be exposed to the filth hidden behind it all.

So, I settled for the next best thing.

They planned to secure a life of wealth and luxury for their daughter through a marriage alliance.

Lin Wanyu is going on a blind date with a rich young man whose family sells oil.

Those who can sell oil on Earth are no pushovers, just like those who sell weapons.

This way, the Lin family bank can be guaranteed not to fall apart due to the lack of an heir and being coveted by others.

And it can happen a hundred years after his death.

My daughter was able to live a carefree and peaceful life.

Lin's Bank still belongs to Lin Wanyu, or rather, it's the child she had with her husband, who was her equal in social standing.

This ensures that the meat stays in your own bowl, instead of being taken away by someone else along with the whole pot.

But Lin Wanyu certainly didn't understand her father's good intentions, and was particularly resistant to the arranged marriage, even running away from home.

Now that Gu Yifan has appeared and become Wan Yu's boyfriend, Lin's father has no choice but to settle for second best.

Now that he wants Gu Yifan to consider changing his major, whether to study finance or business, his intentions are quite clear.

If Gu Yifan is a promising talent, it wouldn't be impossible for him to manage Lin's Bank together with Lin Wanyu in the future.

To Lin's father's surprise, although Gu Yifan seemed to understand what he meant, he did not show any excitement or joy.

Instead, he frowned and remained silent.

Could it be that he doesn't understand the meaning and value behind this question?
That's a large multinational bank and financial group valued at nearly $100 billion!

If winning five million is like a pie falling from the sky, then this is like a rain of pies falling from the sky!
Lin's father asked himself, "No one can refuse!"

Although Lin Wanyu was somewhat confused, she guessed that this matter seemed quite important, so she remained silent.

She sat quietly beside Gu Yifan, her beautiful eyes looking at him, seemingly offering support and encouragement.

After a long pause, Gu Yifan hesitated before speaking, and said sincerely.

"I don't care about changing my major. To be honest, I studied television directing entirely because of my father."

Mr. Lin nodded. He knew that the reason he hadn't said anything was simply because he didn't want his daughter to think that he was investigating her boyfriend.

"If you're willing, you can change your major and pursue your dream of directing in your spare time."

"I know a lot of famous directors and screenwriters in Hollywood, and I can introduce them to you, Xiao Gu."

With a confident smile, Lin's father spoke calmly.

The boss's boundless self-confidence was fully displayed in Lin's father.

This also proves the saying that "power and wealth are the best tonic for a man".

Lin's father now has every reason to be proud.

Gu Yifan thought for a moment, "You mean you want me to go to America?"

"Yes, the teaching environment and faculty there are better than in China. Schools like Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard Business School are quite good."

Lin's father casually remarked that, judging from his words, as long as Gu Yifan nodded, he could get him into those Ivy League universities that ordinary people would fight tooth and nail to get into.

That's true, that's how it is in the US.

Money can solve all problems.

Gu Yifan wasn't offended by this, after all, that's how the world works, and he's no longer the indignant young man he once was.

only.
Gu Yifan frowned even more deeply.

The fact that Lin's father agreed to let him be with Wan Yu and even planned to mentor him relieved Gu Yifan.

But leaving Shanghai and going to America
What should I do about the girls around me?
They are not just women; they are also related to Gu Yifan's true confidence.

It may seem like a somewhat inferior system, but it helped him become an extraordinary being.

Moreover, Gu Yifan didn't think that Lin's father would still be so calm and confident fifteen years from now.

Even next year, when the financial crisis fully erupts and the seemingly booming global economy is burst, Lin's father will likely have a major headache.

This leads to the question: Is it possible to develop better in the US than in the US?
Not necessarily. After all, Gu Yifan knew that the Americans wouldn't allow Chinese capital to rise.

Lin's father actually made the right choice to marry into the oil tycoon; otherwise, he would have been exploited.

But Gu Yifan certainly couldn't just watch Wanyu leave.

Staying in Shanghai, Gu Yifan refused to believe that he couldn't reach the peak of his cultivation within ten years. He couldn't earn a hundred billion!

"I'd like to think about it seriously."

Gu Yifan did not refuse immediately, but in effect, he did refuse.

Mr. Lin was somewhat surprised, frowned, but still nodded and smiled.

"Sure, no problem. You and Wanyu have only been together for a short time."

Lin Wanyu was immediately delighted upon hearing this, "That's right, Gu Yifan, if you go to America, then we can go on a round-the-world trip for a while first!"

Lin Wanyu thought to herself, if Gu Yifan also went to America, things would be much easier—she wouldn't have to put her father and boyfriend in a difficult position.

We're a little sad to leave everyone in the apartment, including Feifei, Meijia, and Teacher Zeng and Zhanbo.

But as long as she could be with Gu Yifan, Lin Wanyu was happy.

"By the way, Wanyu," Lin's father changed the subject, saying to his daughter who was still secretly pleased, "I'll go back to New York in a few days."

".ah?"

Lin Wanyu's smile froze.

“Go back to New York? But didn’t you promise me you’d be with Gu Yifan?”

Lin Wanyu's voice was trembling with anxiety, almost as if she were about to cry.

Lin's father comforted his daughter, "No, this is the first time you've been away from home for so long. Your mother misses you. Don't you want to go back and see her?"

Lin Wanyu was somewhat wary and bit her lip.

"Who knows if Dad is planning to imprison me when I get back and not let me come back? I... I'm not going back!"

Lin's father was both amused and exasperated. "I promise, is that alright?"

“Go back and see your mother, then go to school to apply for a leave of absence. Your mother must be very worried about you running out like this.”

"If you want to come back, Dad won't stop you, okay?"

Lin Wanyu bit her lip, feeling both tempted and hesitant.

At this moment, Gu Yifan spoke up, "Uncle is right, it's time to go back and see your mother, Wanyu."

Mr. Lin was taken aback, but he developed a better impression of Gu Yifan and said with a smile, "Look, even little Gu has said that."

"Then...me"

While Lin Wanyu hesitated, Gu Yifan quietly leaned closer and said, "Go ahead, don't worry. If your dad doesn't let you come back, I'll ride my somersault cloud over there and pick up my child's mother."

"Nonsense." Lin Wanyu's pretty face blushed slightly, but she nodded in the end.

"Alright then, but I want to come back anytime, Dad. You can't stop me, and you're not allowed to mention setting me up on blind dates again."

Lin's father was both amused and exasperated. "So, in my daughter's eyes, I've become a big bad guy who's getting in your way?"

"Don't worry, I said I wouldn't stop Wanyu from dating freely, and I won't stop her."

"Besides, Wanyu, you now have a job and good friends, and you're living a happy life. Why would your father want to ruin your daughter's happiness?" Mr. Lin said earnestly with a sigh.

It's a pity to throw your seductive eyes to a blind person.

"Gu Yifan, I can't bear to part with you~"

Lin's father: "."

"Lin's father pierced Gu Yifan's heart with a sword. Whoever steals my daughter shall die!"

The three then chatted for a while, and the atmosphere became much more harmonious.

At 10 p.m., Mr. Lin was about to leave and wanted to ask his daughter to come with him.

But no matter what Wanyu said, she refused to go back with her father.

I just said we'd get together when I get home.

Lin's father did not insist and prepared to leave.

"Uncle Lin, let me take you there," Gu Yifan offered.

The two looked at each other.

Mr. Lin was not surprised and nodded approvingly, "Okay, then let Xiao Gu drive me. By the way, when you come back, you can drive that Maybach back with you."

Gu Yifan blinked. That Maybach worth over ten million?!

All because of a single sentence from her daughter.

Did you send it?

Hiss. Terrifying indeed.

Gu Yifan hesitated for a moment, then said somewhat awkwardly, "Uncle Lin, why don't you just cash it out? After all, five million US dollars is more expensive than that Maybach."

Lin's father almost stumbled and fell, then laughed in anger.

This kid really dares to ask for an exorbitant amount.

However, Lin's father wasn't too angry.

Greed is a businessman's nature; if he isn't greedy even at this level, it proves that Gu Yifan has bigger ambitions.

"Let's go."

Gu Yifan watched Lin's father leave, then turned to look at Lin Wanyu, who seemed somewhat worried.

Lin Wanyu wasn't entirely naive; she knew that if her father and Gu Yifan were to talk alone, the atmosphere probably wouldn't be so harmonious.

"Trust me." Gu Yifan gave Wan Yu a quick kiss on the lips.

"wait me back."

Lin Wanyu blushed and said shyly.

"Then I'll take a shower and wait for you."

"With you saying that, I absolutely have to win over your dad!"