Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared
Chapter 230: A Good Cup of Wine

Chapter 230: Chapter 230: A Good Cup of Wine

As everyone was merrily eating, drinking, and chatting, the bride in the room had finished her meticulous preparation. Liu Yao was extraordinarily beautiful today, even outshining Leng Le who was standing by her side. It made one exclaim how a woman always looks her best on her wedding day.

The others were also surrounding Liu Yao necessarily, as it was her big day and she was the star.

Leng Le pretended to fit in, smiling brightly as if she was happy for her old friend and classmate. But, in reality, her palms were sweaty, clutching a small bottle of slow-acting poison given to her by the boss.

This kind of poison kills its victim suddenly after a week of ingestion, obscuring the exact time the poison was administered. Leng Le was planning to use the toast to the guests later as the opportunity to poison Liu Yao’s drink.

Leng Le was not heartless; she felt a bit guilty about it but had made up her mind long ago to abandon all emotions when necessary - even her friendship with Liu Yao wasn’t an exception.

Just as Leng Le was struggling with her inner turmoil, Liu Yao invited her over for a photo. Everyone gathered around Liu Yao, taking some meaningful group photos.

The wedding ceremony began, and the atmosphere was set by the host. Liu Yao’s group of bridesmaids, dancing their cheerful steps, made their powerful appearance, further lifting the mood.

Many people were attracted by the beautiful bridesmaids, especially Leng Le who was exceptionally beautiful among them, her beauty and enchanting dance were impossible to hide.

The audience couldn’t help but applaud. Gu Fan indifferently blew a whistle, which shocked everyone at the table.

Gu Fan realized in an instant, this wasn’t an ordinary wedding, those attending weren’t ordinary people and his whistle had just exposed him as out of their league.

"Sorry, I’ve just learned to whistle, meant to use it at the game later." Gu Fan made that excuse, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

But no one cared much about it and continued to enjoy the bridesmaids’ dance, especially Leng Le’s performance which captured everyone’s attention.

Someone beside him couldn’t help asking, "She’s your girlfriend, right? She is really gorgeous, how did you get her?"

Gu Fan smiled, "Fate, I suppose!"

Upon hearing this, everyone didn’t react much. These wealthy offspring were surrounded by beauties, so even though Leng Le was exceptionally attractive, they weren’t obsessed about her, and they didn’t envy Gu Fan for having such a girlfriend.

Finally, the main role walked on the stage, Liu Yao in her pure white wedding dress walking down the aisle of happiness under everyone’s gaze and blessings, step by step towards her groom who had been waiting a long time for this moment.

Yuan Cheng also smiled, seeing the radiant Liu Yao today which made him forget all his troubles and concerns, even forgot about Su Hui, his eyes only had room for his bride.

The happiest moment of all weddings is typically this one, where the two lovers walk together with joy in their hearts, their hearts pounding.

The rest is just some formalities like exchanging rings, at the same time, the host tries his best to keep the atmosphere lively, making this long wedding not so monotonous.

Gu Fan had to admire the host’s eloquence, every joke was amusing and appropriate, indefinitely enhancing the atmosphere, his hosting fee must have been quite high.

Encouraged by the host, when the groom and the bride kissed each other, all the guests erupted into warm applause. The host said, "The more enthusiastic the applause, the more sincere the blessings are." Thus, people applauded more vigorously.

Gu Fan was also clapping, the atmosphere was so passionate that he was moved by it, once again admiring how well the host was able to stir up the mood.

With that, the main part of the wedding ceremony was over. Then the bride and groom went from table to table toasting their guests. Leng Le stuck close to Liu Yao, looking for an opportunity to hand her poisoned drink over.

According to Leng Le’s plan, she should have covered her actions with the crowd. However, she was too attractive, few men were often trying to flirt with her, making it hard for her to act.

"Really, you guys, can’t you come up with something more original? I am already taken. Now, move out of my way and stop bothering me, I’ve got important things to do."

Liu Yao was incredibly busy herself, with many guests to toast, she didn’t have time to help Leng Le fend off these guys. Furthermore, towards the end, there were so many people swarming around Liu Yao that Leng Le couldn’t even hand her the drink.

"Oh my god, this wasn’t part of the plan." Leng Le was panicking. She managed to poison the drink without being noticed, but the crowd was making it impossible for her to get to Liu Yao.

No matter where Yuan Cheng and Liu Yao went, they were always the center of attention with everyone standing up to toast them and a team of photographers documenting each moment.

Every time Leng Le tried to squeeze her way in, the photographers would tell her, "Miss, could you please make way?"

"Damn it!" If only she could kick away everyone who was getting in the way, she had to get the poison drink to Liu Yao.

A hundred tables in total. Both families had too many friends and relatives, and this number was after cutting it down to the essential few.

Yuan Cheng and Liu Yao were toasting table by table, drinking a little at each, just to convey their good intentions. After a while, however, it started to take a toll on them. How many more tables did they have to toast?

Leng Le was also on standby, hoping there was still time for him to make his move with the hundred tables at the banquet unlikely to be toasted so soon.

At this point, Gu Fan was so full he could barely eat anymore. He had been waiting for a long time. Looking at the trend, it seemed it would be a while before the bride and groom would come to his table, so he decided to wait some more.

Meanwhile, he noticed Leng Le trying to get close to Liu Yao, but to no avail. Gu Fan found it strange that Leng Le’s glass seemed to be just as full as before.

Deciding not to give it much thought, Gu Fan continued to mingle with the wealthy young men around him, listening to their lofty ambitions and envious lifestyles.

After another hour, Yuan Cheng and Liu Yao finally arrived at his table. The guests quickly perked up and picked up their cups, thinking, "Finally, the groom and bride have arrived. You’ve kept us waiting."

As soon as he arrived, Yuan Cheng noticed Gu Fan. He was momentarily stunned, then asked, "Gu Fan, you...?"

"Long time no see, wishing you happiness," Gu Fan said, quickly clinking glasses with Yuan Cheng. The relationships here were a bit confusing, honestly.

Liu Yao was also surprised: "How do you two know each other?"

Yuan Cheng just nodded: "We’ve met before. You also know Gu Fan."

Liu Yao laughed: "Yes, he’s the boyfriend of my good friend Leng Le."

Just then, Leng Le finally managed to squeeze through. He almost spilled his wine, which startled him, but all was fine.

The guests at the table were surprised by Gu Fan once again. Not only did he know the groom, but also the bride. They were impressed: was Gu Fan really just an ordinary guy?

In reality, Gu Fan was the most surprised of all. When he entered, he didn’t pay attention to whose wedding it was. He was basically here just for the fun, and was a bit embarrassed seeing that it was Yuan Cheng’s.

Naturally, Liu Yao didn’t know about Gu Fan’s relationship with Su Hui. She would be shocked if she knew. What does this mean, my friend’s boyfriend and my husband’s ex-girlfriend living together? It sounded like a soap opera plot.

Yuan Cheng was the most nervous. He didn’t want to bring up the past and tarnish this otherwise beautiful wedding. So he amiably greeted Gu Fan: "You’re a friend of Liu Yao’s, so from now on, you’re my friend too. Let’s drink to that."

Hearing this, everyone was surprised, including Gu Fan. This was Yuan Cheng offering a toast specifically to Gu Fan, which showed how much he recognized him.

Gu Fan quickly raised his glass again, expressing his wishes, only to find that his glass was empty, and the wine at the table had been finished, which was a bit awkward.

At this point, Liu Yao suggested: "Gu Fan, look at the glass in Leng Le’s hands. She brought wine especially for you. Isn’t she considerate?"

"Okay!" Gu Fan reached out to take Leng Le’s wine glass, but Leng Le refuses to let go, looking a little flustered.

Seeing Leng Le like this, Gu Fan was a bit puzzled: "What’s the matter, Leng Le? Give me the wine glass. You don’t want to give up this wine, do you?"

"Of course not..." Leng Le didn’t know how to explain. She tried to spill the wine, but found that Gu Fan was holding the glass so steadily. She silently criticized him for messing around.

Liu Yao also started laughing, "What’s the matter, Leng Le? Worried about your boyfriend getting drunk at our hands? You really care about him, it must be true love."

"Heh, I guess so." Leng Le was almost frowning, wondering what to do. Eventually, she came up with a weak excuse, "The bride and groom have already had a lot to drink. You don’t need to add to it."

"Okay, I’ll drink less. I’ll be careful." Gu Fan laughed, took Leng Le’s wine glass, clinked glasses with Yuan Cheng and took a sip in front of everyone.

Leng Le watched as Gu Fan drank, her face changing colors as her eyes widened with surprise, wondering how things could have turned out this way.

Naturally, Gu Fan didn’t notice anything strange, still making small talk with Yuan Cheng and Liu Yao, offering continuous blessings of a harmonious and happy life together, an early childbirth, and lifelong happiness.

Liu Yao also wished that Gu Fan and Leng Le would register their marriage soon, so others could witness their happy moment.

Gu Fan promised with a smile that he would work hard and do it as soon as possible, asking Liu Yao to wait for the good news.

Leng Le maintained a cheerful facade but was incredibly nervous inside. Why did things always go wrong when there was Gu Fan involved?