Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared
Chapter 1096: Your Friend Is Very Special

Chapter 1096: Chapter 1096: Your Friend Is Very Special

That day, Lu Yi was in the bank, his eyes bleary with sleep, unenthusiastic, and couldn’t help but lament inwardly, "I’ve had so few appearances lately, has the author forgotten about me?"

Gu Fan just happened to pass by and decided to visit the bank. That’s when he saw Lu Yi looking half-asleep and went over to greet him, "Hello, I’d like to withdraw ten million yuan. What’s the procedure for that, and do you offer VIP service?"

Hearing this, Lu Yi couldn’t help but laugh, then punched Gu Fan lightly, "You finally remembered me! You’ve been gone so long without checking in. Have you only been thinking of Miss Lin, forgetting your good buddy?"

Gu Fan just laughed and said, "How could I forget you? You don’t know how much I’ve missed you, it’s just that I’ve been really tied up lately. Thankfully, the company is back on track now, and I can finally catch my breath."

A look of disbelief crossed Lu Yi’s face, "Yeah right, only a fool would believe that. Everyone can see you’re only revolving around Miss Lin, with your feelings heating up by the minute. Let me ask you, haven’t you guys booked a room yet?"

Flushed with embarrassment, Gu Fan replied, "When would I have the time? I’m fully dedicated to my career right now, and so is Lin Xi. Without a career, what would we do in the future, survive on the wind from the northwest?"

"You sound so reasonable, I almost believed you. It’s just that you’ve got the intention but not the courage," Lu Yi bluntly exposed him, leaving Gu Fan awkwardly embarrassed.

"Alright, let’s drop the subject. I came to see you today because..." Gu Fan tried to continue, but Lu Yi quickly cut him off, "Bro, I’m begging you, we’ve been through so much already, I just want to live a normal life. Can you keep it down, please? Don’t tell me you’ve gotten yourself into more trouble."

"I just came to ask you out for a meal. Can’t you show a bit of basic trust?" Gu Fan put on a disappointed face, then suddenly revealed a look of surprise, "You doomsayer, if I get into trouble later on, it will be your fault. You’ll have to stick with me through thick and thin."

"What do you mean by dragging me down with you and making me take the blame again? You’re so dark-hearted," Lu Yi said. Just then, Lan Ning approached, noticing Lu Yi and Gu Fan chatting amicably, she asked, "Lu Yi, a client service file has gone missing; have you seen it?"

"Oh, I put it on my desk, go have a look." Lu Yi casually replied. Meanwhile, Gu Fan noticed Lan Ning; there was no denying that Lan Ning was quite attractive, even against many other beauties he’d seen, she stood out.

Lan Ning glanced at Gu Fan, her brow furrowed slightly, then she softened her expression, "Is this a friend of yours?"

"Yes, my friend. When there’s nothing better to do, he often drags me down with him. Whoever knows him is cursed," Lu Yi spoke sharply but also highlighted the deep bond between him and Gu Fan.

Lan Ning briefly chatted with Gu Fan before she left.

Once Lan Ning was at a distance, Gu Fan grew excited, "My god, your bank actually has such a beautiful girl; she’s not outdone by Yang Xinran or Ning Qi. You must seize the opportunity, I support you!"

Looking somewhat awkward, Lu Yi responded, "Thanks, but I rather not take my girlfriend on big adventures with you."

"What’s wrong with big adventures? Look at Lin Xi and me, why are our feelings so deep? It’s because we’ve been through trials. Now, nothing and no one can tear us apart." Gu Fan looked so earnest as if it was all true. Lu Yi couldn’t stand it and retorted, "Sure, other couples haven’t gone through what you and Lin Xi have, so their feelings aren’t as deep, but those other couples have long made their way to a hotel room. Why don’t you have the guts?"

"Can you stop mentioning getting a room?" Gu Fan was almost talked into a surrender, "Alright, I just came to see if you’re doing well. Seeing that you’ve found someone special, I can relax. I’d been wondering why you haven’t been coming to bother me at my place. Turns out, you’ve been focused on your job."

Lu Yi shot back, "Cut it out, it’s just that your future brother-in-law moved into your old place, and your future mother-in-law comes to visit often. I didn’t want to add to your troubles."

"Wow, I didn’t realize you had such consideration. I truly should thank you," Gu Fan feigned gratitude, to which Lu Yi, unimpressed, added another jibe, "I do feel for you, though. It’s hard enough to please in-laws, and now you have to win over a brother-in-law too. By the way, how’s your dowry and engagement ring fund coming along?"

"You don’t need to worry about that. If I run short of cash, I’ll naturally come to borrow from you," Gu Fan said with such confidence, as though if Lu Yi didn’t lend it, he would rob him.

Lu Yi replied grudgingly, "Thanks, you always forget me when it comes to good things."

Gu Fan added, "Also, just so you know, my parents went abroad, and Lin Xi’s brother moved into the house in our complex. So, the old house situation remains the same. You can visit me anytime, but remember to bring a small gift when you do."

"Don’t worry, I’ll send you a hotel VIP card," Lu Yi’s reply made Gu Fan both annoyed and amused, unable to deal with this mischievous friend.

Suddenly, Gu Fan remembered something, "By the way, have you seen Jie lately? He seems busy, and he’s slow in replying to messages."

"It looks like Jie went somewhere, and it’s related to his brother, Hai," Lu Yi’s remark made Gu Fan somewhat anxious, an ominous premonition growing stronger within him.

Gu Fan several times considered sharing his suspicions about the X Fund with Lu Yi because Lu Yi’s bank did business with the X Fund, so he wanted Lu Yi to provide some insights into the organization’s activities.

But, in the end, Gu Fan decided against it. Why drag a good friend into this? Isn’t it better for everyone to live an ordinary life?

At that moment, neither Gu Fan nor Lu Yi noticed Lan Ning working nearby, stealthily glancing their way.

Then, Lan Ning walked away to a secluded corridor and picked up her phone, "Hello, boss, I’ve discovered something. Aside from Lu Yi, there’s a friend of his, seems his name is Gu Fan. He too has an unusual energy about him, even stronger than that of Lu Yi’s."

"What? To find two people with special energy in such a city is interesting. It seems we’ve come to the right place. Lan Ning, continue to get close to Lu Yi; I’ll give you further instructions."

"Alright, boss!" After reporting, Lan Ning put away her phone. When she returned to the bank’s main hall and saw Gu Fan had left, a chill flashed in her eyes.