Chapter 58 The Bottom Line Retreats Again and Again

Xia Qianqian couldn't tell Lu Zheng these things, so she could only vaguely gloss over the matter.

Seeing that she really wanted to sell the job, Lu Zheng nodded and assured Xia Qianqian, "Qianqian, if I ever need money in the future, I will go hunting to earn money. You don't need to make such a sacrifice anymore."

Seeing that Lu Zheng had misunderstood again, Xia Qianqian smiled charmingly: "Then I'll remember everything. I'll rely on you to support me from now on."

As she spoke, she placed her little hand on Lu Zheng's chest and playfully drew small circles on it with her finger.

Lu Zheng really didn't expect that Xia Qianqian would dare to flirt with him like this in this bustling train station.

That little fox!

She aroused Lu Zheng's desire, but he could only suppress his longing in front of everyone.

This feeling of seeing something you can't have but not being able to eat it is truly unbearable!

Seeing that his back was ramrod straight, Xia Qianqian reached out and massaged his shoulders, saying softly, "This is the first time I've ever given someone a massage in my life."

"That Qin Yan..."

Although Lu Zheng kept telling himself not to care, he couldn't help but say it out loud.

Xia Qianqian had an "I knew it" look on her face and snorted, "He's never enjoyed that kind of treatment before."

Lu Zheng stared at Xia Qianqian with his dark eyes and said domineeringly, "From now on, it can only be me."

He could let bygones be bygones, but if Xia Qianqian were to have such intimate behavior with other men in the future, he really didn't know what crazy things he might do.

Sensing the dangerous aura emanating from Lu Zheng, Xia Qianqian, as if soothing a large dog, tiptoed and reached out to touch his hair, softly saying, "You are my husband, of course I will only give you massages."

Lu Zheng was instantly pleased by Xia Qianqian's words. He actually squatted down slightly and moved his head closer to Xia Qianqian so that she could touch him more easily.

She's quite easy to coax!

At first, she was worried that Qin Yan's matter would make Lu Zheng resent her, and she planned to find a time when no one was around to explain things properly.

Unexpectedly, before she could even speak, Lu Zheng had already been appeased. At this moment, he was like a big dog that had just eaten a bone, obedient and docile.

Seeing this, Xia Qianqian blinked and said sweetly, "I've already given you a massage, so won't you grant me a request too?"

"What are your requirements?" Lu Zheng didn't agree easily. He felt that Xia Qianqian's smile was becoming more and more like a cunning little fox, and she must be hiding some kind of trick in her heart.

Xia Qianqian asked expectantly, "You always talk about going hunting in the mountains, can you take me to see it?"

Her paradise has far too few species. If she could go up the mountain and bring in wild rabbits, pheasants, and the like, and also plant some fruit trees and chestnut trees, she'd have snacks to eat!

She had mentioned going up the mountain to her mother-in-law when she was at home, but her mother-in-law said it was too dangerous and wouldn't let her go.

Seeing that Lu Zheng was in a good mood, Xia Qianqian set her sights on him again.

To his surprise, Lu Zheng refused without even thinking: "It's too dangerous. Even if I take you with me, I can't guarantee your safety. If you want anything to eat or anything else, just tell me, and I'll bring it back for you next time I go up the mountain."

"Really not okay? I promise I'll behave if I go with you." Xia Qianqian looked at Lu Zheng pitifully, her lips slightly downturned, her eyes full of disappointment.

Seeing Xia Qianqian like this, Lu Zheng's heart softened instantly.

His already wavering bottom line instantly retreated.

"If you really want to go, you should work out with me first. Once you're in better shape, I'll take you for a walk at the foot of the mountain." Lu Zheng had no way to persuade her.

"Okay, then we'll exercise together when we get back." Xia Qianqian's face lit up with a smile again.

Before long, it was time to check tickets.

Xia Qianqian and Lu Zheng boarded the bus with the crowd and found their seats. There were so many people going to the provincial capital; the bus was packed with passengers from all directions, leaving no room to even turn around.

Lu Zheng put the luggage inside, then used his tall body to form a solid barrier, firmly protecting Xia Qianqian behind him.

A passenger standing next to them, seeing Lu Zheng's thoughtful gesture, couldn't help but praise, "Young man, you really dote on your wife! Are you newlyweds?"

Lu Zheng nodded slightly. The passenger seemed lost in memories and said with emotion, "The newlyweds' relationship was at its best."

Hearing this, Lu Zheng whispered in Xia Qianqian's ear, "I will always be good to you, and we will be good to each other for a lifetime."

The promise of "a lifetime" was too far-fetched, so Xia Qianqian simply smiled and nodded without saying much. She didn't know what the future held, but at this moment, Lu Zheng's heart and eyes were filled with thoughts of her.

She quietly took Lu Zheng's hand.

The car started, and after a short while, Xia Qianqian felt sleepy. She had been looking at the scenery outside the window for a long time, and it made her feel tired, so she rested her head on Lu Zheng's shoulder. Now, she wouldn't be polite to Lu Zheng anymore.

Although Xia Qianqian leaned on Lu Zheng's shoulder, her eyes remained open. At this moment, she was completely focused on scrolling through the live chat, eager to learn more about No. 8 so that she could continue to deceive Qin Yan into working for her once they arrived in the provincial capital.

The comments section did not disappoint her; news about the provincial capital was flooded with them.

Only now did Xia Qianqian realize that the national situation had undergone earth-shattering changes. The two factions were locked in a fierce battle, but the provincial capital had not yet been affected.

It turned out that Number 8 wasn't content to just be Number 8 and wanted to expand his territory in the provincial capital. Xia Qianqian frowned as she thought of this. Since Number 8 wanted to turn the provincial capital into his own territory, he would inevitably have to establish his authority first.

Could it be that his re-verification of these people's identities was a preparation for establishing his authority?

If things are really as I expect, what should Lu Zheng do?

If something were to happen to Lu Zheng, it would be harder than climbing to heaven for her and her mother-in-law to support their family in this rural area. Normally, Lu Zheng handles most of the heavy and tiring work around the house. If he were gone, the family would lose its pillar; what would become of the two frail women?

Xia Qianqian was extremely anxious, her eyes fixed on the comments section, hoping to find a solution to the problem.

However, the comments section was filled with situational analysis, and even after watching until my eyes ached and I was crying, no practical solutions were found.

Finally, she was so exhausted that she couldn't hold on any longer and fell into a deep sleep, leaning on Lu Zheng's shoulder.

"Qianqian, get off the bus." Lu Zheng woke her up.

"How lazy! She managed to sleep the whole way!" This remark made everyone on the bus look at Xia Qianqian.

Xia Qianqian looked at the speaker, a somewhat overweight middle-aged woman. She was sitting in the front row with her child, who was kicking the seat in front of her.

"My husband is willing to pamper me, are you jealous? Also, before you criticize others, mind your own business. Didn't you see your child almost kicked the front seat to pieces? They have no sense of public morality."

“You’re talking about my child? Just because I’m talking about you, you call him a kid? He’s still a kid, how could he possibly break the seat?”

Seeing everyone staring at her, the middle-aged woman raised her voice. She wanted to throw a tantrum, but when she saw Lu Zheng's dark eyes and tall, strong figure, she immediately cowered.

Seeing that she didn't speak, Xia Qianqian was too lazy to argue with her. At this moment, the bus arrived at the station, and everyone got off the bus. Lu Zheng helped her get off the bus.

As the two walked out of the station, Xia Qianqian could still see the middle-aged woman secretly glancing at them.