The Master’s Mask Unveiled Again
Chapter 877 - 876 She Has Always Been in My Life

Chapter 877: Chapter 876 She Has Always Been in My Life

On this side, Lu Xinnuan, after learning about her little uncle’s connections, privately asked Fu Man to arrange a gathering for a meal together.

And joining them at the meal was Weng Xia.

A restaurant somewhere in Jinjing.

When Fu Man saw Weng Xia, she politely handed over a small gift, "Sister-in-law, it’s all thanks to you for connecting us. I haven’t been in touch with Xiaoyu for many years, I don’t even have his phone number."

Weng Xia, being someone who loves small gains, pretended to decline a few times, but then accepted the gift with satisfaction.

"We’re all family, why the formalities. With Xinnuan’s success, we all benefit from it!" Weng Xia remarked as she sat down, then added with a smirk, "Xinnuan isn’t like some people who forget their roots when they become successful."

Both Fu Man and Lu Xinnuan knew exactly whom she was referring to.

Fu Man smiled, "Sister-in-law, let’s not talk about unhappy things. When will Fu Yu arrive?"

"Any moment now."

Lu Xinnuan looked a bit concerned, "Auntie, will my little uncle help me?"

"Who else would your little uncle help but you? You’re his biological niece!" Weng Xia stated matter-of-factly.

Fu Man nodded, "Nuannuan, don’t worry. No matter how disconnected we’ve been, we’re still flesh and blood; he won’t ignore you."

"Alright."

As they chatted, Fu Yu arrived at the restaurant right on time.

Both Fu Man and Weng Xia had never seen Fu Yu after his sight was restored, and watching a gentle and distinguished man approach, they could hardly recognize him.

In their eyes, Fu Yu had always been a nearly helpless blind kid, burdening the family for years.

Now, meeting again, they suddenly realized that the blind kid had transformed into a graceful and mature gentleman. Each step he took had caught the eyes of many young women around.

Fu Yu came to the booth, halted briefly, and recognized Fu Man and the others.

"Sister-in-law, second sister." Fu Yu greeted as he sat down, facing Lu Xinnuan, whom he also recognized, and smiled.

Lu Xinnuan sweetly greeted, "Hello, little uncle."

"Hmm." Fu Yu responded flatly to the title of little uncle.

Fu Man had pre-ordered the meal, so the dishes began to come out as everyone was present.

Weng Xia looked at Fu Yu with wonder, "Xiaoyu, your eyes have fully recovered?"

"Yes, they’re fine now."

"The ancestors blessed you, finally letting you live like a normal person."

Fu Yu slightly restrained his smile, "It has nothing to do with the ancestors."

He had told his sister-in-law long ago, it was Mianmian who had taken care of everything from start to finish.

He was only grateful to Mianmian.

Weng Xia felt a bit awkward, "Alright, whatever you say. Let’s not talk about anything else today, Xinnuan hasn’t seen you for so many years, and she came to Jinjing specifically to see you."

Weng Xia indeed knew how to smooth things over, quickly making Lu Xinnuan and Fu Man feel at ease.

Lu Xinnuan took the opportunity to say, "Little uncle, I still have to thank you for helping me."

"Helping with what?" Fu Yu didn’t quite understand.

"You know, talking to our dean on my behalf, Dean An Yanhui mentioned it to me." Lu Xinnuan humbly added, "Actually, I don’t really need these things..."

Upon hearing this, Fu Yu seemed to understand something.

He had previously noticed Lu Xinnuan’s admission notice in Dean An’s office and had been misunderstood by the dean.

He smiled gently, with an undertone in his words.

"No worries, I’ll find another time to chat with Dean An again."

Since she said she didn’t need it, he ought to clarify with An Yanhui.

Lu Xinnuan didn’t grasp the deeper meaning of Fu Yu’s words and thought he was going to help her again, feeling elated inside.

Finally, someone in the family could help her.

"Xiaoyu, actually today we called you out to discuss something..." As Fu Man poured a bit of red wine for Fu Yu, she began, "You know Nuannuan is pursuing music now, she naturally has good conditions, her grades are top in her department. She should have more long-term development..."

"Second sister, just say it directly."

"You’re friends with Master Kunyang, right? Can you let Kunyang mentor Xinnuan? The music festival is in August, Xinnuan needs some connections..."

Fu Yu didn’t know where they had heard these things from; he didn’t touch the wine, just sipped some lemon water and understood.

Today’s gathering was basically for asking him a favor.

Relatives who hadn’t been in touch for years, asking for favors as soon as they met, made Fu Yu feel embarrassed for them when they himself didn’t.

Weng Xia encouraged, "Xiaoyu, your sister rarely asks you for help, it’s not a big deal, you should arrange something for Xinnuan. If she becomes successful in the future, she won’t forget you."

Fu Yu smiled, not rushing to contradict them.

He looked gently towards Lu Xinnuan, asking, "Xinnuan, what instruments can you play?"

"None..."

Fu Man hurriedly explained, "For years, Nuannuan has focused only on studies, her only hobby is drawing, it’s my fault for not letting her learn any instruments."

Fu Yu ignored her, continuing to ask Lu Xinnuan, "Can you compose or write lyrics yourself?"

Lu Xinnuan felt a bit embarrassed, "No... but I can learn!"

"Do you have any independent works or drafts? Or any signature songs of your own?"

"No..."

After these questions, Lu Xinnuan’s face was already flushed.

For some reason, Lu Xinnuan felt that this little uncle was quite hard to approach. Although he seemed gentle, his words were not very pleasant.

Each of his questions seemed to mock her...

Fu Man interrupted Fu Yu, "Xiaoyu, let’s not talk about this. Just pave the way for Nuannuan, you’re her uncle..."

"Ha." Fu Yu suddenly laughed, calmly saying, "I’m also Lu Mian’s uncle."

Fu Man wasn’t pleased, "What do you mean? Why bring her up all of a sudden?"

"During the time you broke off contact with me, it was Mianmian who cared for me. When you avoided me because I was blind, it was Mianmian who helped cure my eyes." Fu Yu held the glass in one hand, speaking plainly and warmly, "I’m not bringing her up suddenly because in my life, she has always been there."

With this, Fu Yu smiled, put down his glass, and stood up.

His choice was more than clear.

Lu Xinnuan also stood up abruptly, her face red and unwilling, "So you choose to help Lu Mian and refuse to help me?"

This time, she didn’t even call him uncle.

"She doesn’t need my help at all." Fu Yu smiled wryly, even trying to help if he wanted, he had no chance to.

After all...

Fu Yu glanced back at Lu Xinnuan, speaking meaningfully, "Mianmian has a signature piece."

"..."

Lu Xinnuan watched Fu Yu’s departing figure, her chest heaving with rage, nearly flipping the table.

"Mom, what’s that supposed to mean? Is he mocking me?"

Fu Man’s face didn’t look good either; she personally arranged everything, asking Fu Yu for help, yet this brother was impervious, even provoking Nuannuan.

After all, Lu Mian was also her daughter.

Returning Lu Mian’s favor by helping Nuannuan, what’s wrong with that?

Isn’t it all the same?