In the military compound, the gray and white walls were covered with vines, and the branches and leaves flickered in the sunlight.

Xie Jianguo walked along the cobblestone road and headed straight for the Lu family.

He walked in a hurry, feeling angry, and his face looked ugly.

He now urgently wanted to meet Lu Qingdai and ask her why she had clearly agreed on this before.

Let her adoptive father get some benefits for herself in the army so that she can climb up the ladder sooner.

But there has been no movement so far.

The more he thought about it, the angrier he became. His steps became more and more hurried, and his leather shoes made a "clacking" sound on the stone road, as if every step was venting his dissatisfaction.

When he arrived at the Lu family’s door, he was about to raise his hand to knock.

But through the half-open window, he caught a glimpse of Lu Qingdai sitting on the sofa in the living room, holding a red invitation in her hand, her brows slightly furrowed, as if she was thinking about something.

Xie Jianguo's attention was immediately attracted by the invitation - the gold-plated word "Qin" on the red cover was particularly eye-catching.

He had an idea. He had recently heard that Commander Qin's family was going to hold a banquet, which seemed to be a birthday party.

Those invited must be some well-known figures.

Could this be an invitation from the Qin family?

He pushed the door open and smiled as if nothing had happened, his voice deliberately soft: "Qingdai, what are you looking at?"

Lu Qingdai raised her head and saw that it was Xie Jianguo, and a hint of impatience flashed across her face.

However, she still raised the invitation in her hand and said in a light tone, "The invitation to the Qin family's banquet has just been delivered."

Xie Jianguo was delighted in his heart, but his face remained expressionless.

He walked over to her and sat down, pretending to be casual and asked, "Oh? It's the banquet at General Qin's house. I heard that all the guests are important people. Are you going?"

Lu Qingdai curled her lips, her tone was a little disdainful, "I don't want to go. Fang Xiaoxue must be there too, and I don't get along with her, so if I go, I'll just get myself into trouble."

When Xie Jianguo heard this, he immediately became anxious.

If Lu Qingdai doesn't go, how can he, as her husband, have the nerve to go alone?

But General Qin’s banquet is a great opportunity to meet important people!

His mind was racing, remembering Chang Meili's prophetic dream, which said that he would have great opportunities after joining the army and would become a leader in the future.

This banquet might be his chance!

He suppressed his anxiety and sat down next to Lu Qingdai pretending to be relaxed.

"Qingdai, you are the eldest daughter of the Lu family. If you don't go to this kind of occasion, others might say that you are ignored by the Lu family. Besides, if I want to climb up in the military in the future, I also need these connections. You have to help me."

His tone was gentle and somewhat flattering.

Lu Qingdai frowned, obviously a little shaken.

Although she didn't like Fang Xiaoxue, what Xie Jianguo said made sense.

She looked down at the invitation in her hand, stroking it lightly with her fingertips, as if weighing the pros and cons.

Seeing this, Xie Jianguo's heart tightened, fearing that she would refuse, and he quickly added: "Qingdai, we are a family. Isn't my future your future? If you help me with this, our lives will definitely get better and better in the future."

Lu Qingdai raised her eyes and glanced at him, with a scrutinizing look in her eyes, as if she was judging how sincere his words were.

Xie Jianguo felt a little uncomfortable being looked at by her, but he still forced a smile, his eyes full of anticipation.

After a while, Lu Qingdai finally nodded, with a reluctant tone, "Okay, I'll go. But you have to promise me not to pay attention to Fang Xiaoxue."

Xie Jianguo felt relieved, but a look of embarrassment appeared on his face.

He frowned slightly, and said hesitantly, "Qingdai, this... after all, is Commander Qin's banquet. If I give his niece a cold shoulder in front of him, Commander Qin might not say anything, but will he trip me up behind my back? We can't lose the big picture for the sake of the small."

When Lu Qingdai heard this, her face suddenly darkened.

"What do you mean? Do you think I shouldn't ask this?"

There was a hint of coldness in her eyes, and her tone was filled with obvious displeasure.

Xie Jianguo quickly apologized with a smile, put his arm around her shoulders, and spoke softly, "How could that be? I'm just worried that we've offended Commander Qin, and that our future will be difficult. Don't worry, I only have you in my heart, and Fang Xiaoxue is nothing to me. I definitely won't even look at her."

After being coaxed by him for a few words, Lu Qingdai's expression gradually eased, but there was still some dissatisfaction in her eyes.

She snorted, "You're smart. But I have to warn you, if I find out that you and Fang Xiaoxue have anything going on, don't blame me for being rude."

Xie Jianguo heaved a sigh of relief and put a smile on his face, but he had already started thinking about how to build relationships at the banquet.

He knew that this banquet might be a key step in his climb up.

As for Lu Qingdai's little thoughts, he didn't take them to heart at all.

As long as he can seize the opportunity, there will be plenty of ways to break free from her bondage in the future.

He looked down at Lu Qingdai and saw that she was fiddling with the invitation with her head down. The corners of her mouth curled up slightly, revealing a smug smile.

This woman is so stupid and selfish, but it’s okay, at least I can still use her now.

Lu Qingdai seemed to notice his gaze and raised her head with a puzzled look in her eyes: "What are you laughing at?"

Xie Jianguo quickly stopped smiling and shook his head: "Nothing, I just think you are getting more and more beautiful."

Lu Qingdai rolled her eyes at him, but the corners of her mouth slightly raised, obviously she was very pleased with his compliment.

She placed the invitation on the coffee table and stood up. "Okay, since you're going, you should prepare well and don't embarrass me when the time comes."

Xie Jianguo nodded quickly, with a smile on his face: "Don't worry, I will never let you down."

After all, he could only get close to the Qin family if he performed well at the banquet.

He now understood.

Lu Qingfeng was reluctant to help him, perhaps because he thought Lu Qingdai was his adopted daughter and not worthy of help.

Plus they have a son of their own.

I heard that he was training with Xie Yu's men. He is obviously just a young boy, but he has occupied such good resources. Humph!

Since they look down on him, don't blame him for ignoring them after he becomes successful!

Soon, Mr. Qin’s birthday party arrived.

Mr. Qin originally didn't plan to make a big deal about it.

But Qin An took it over directly and helped him invite a lot of people to the Qin family.

Qin An rushed to complete the task and ran back to wish Mr. Qin a happy birthday.

Even if Mr. Qin didn't like the hustle and bustle, he could only let Qin An go.

When Chang Suisui was treating Mr. Qin in the hospital, he knew that the old man liked quietness. When he was not working, he liked to grow some flowers and plants.

So Chang Suisui went to Qin's house early on purpose. She knew that Fang Xiaoxue was hostile to her, so she didn't want to confront her at the birthday party, and she didn't want to embarrass Old Master Qin.