Chapter 273 Testing

"Yeah, I figured since I'm staying at your place, I should be more diligent, right?"

Looking at him like this, Lu Wanxing felt a mix of amusement and sadness for some reason.

It's probably because their hair is already completely white.

The fact that the man said those words with such a defeated expression made Lu Wanxing's heart soften.

Her gaze softened as she looked at him.

"You don't need to be diligent. Since I've let you stay, you don't need to be diligent or do anything else to stay."

After saying that, she glanced at him again before asking, "But why are you so determined to stay in my house?"

This was actually the part that Lu Wanxing didn't understand the most. She even had a vague guess in her mind during the conversation, but she wasn't sure if it was an absurd idea.

"Well, isn't this just a habit I got from eating at your house before? I'm not so used to eating at other people's houses."

"Yeah?"

Lu Wanxing looked at him with some suspicion.

"What else?" Lu Chengbo said, his eyes somewhat unfocused, his voice rising a few decibels as he spoke.

This was clearly not the truth, but seeing his guilty look, Lu Wanxing didn't say anything more.

I have a rough idea in mind.

Neither of them said anything, but they were both testing each other.

For example, right now, the two of them are sitting on the sofa waiting for food when they see a family mediation program on TV.

This kind of family ethics often sparks discussion.

So when Lu Chengbo saw this program, his hand holding the remote control stopped, and then he actually watched it with Lu Wanxing.

"Oh dear, these adoptive parents are really inhuman. To harm their adopted daughter, they actually hired actors to ruin her reputation. Parents like this are truly rare."

"Yes, that's quite rare."

Lu Wanxing echoed this.

In fact, it's possible that these kinds of shows are scripted.

After all, such a melodramatic thing usually only happens in TV dramas.

The adopted daughter was raised for over twenty years, but after the biological daughter returned home, the adopted daughter was no longer needed.

Later, when the family needed to raise an adopted daughter, and he found that he couldn't get her back, he ruined her reputation.

This forces people to go home and obediently let them control them.

"If this were my own daughter, I would cherish her like a precious gem."

As Lu Chengbo spoke, he kept a close eye on Lu Wanxing's expression.

"Yes, not all parents love their children. If it were my child, and I knew that they were being abused like this, I would definitely make that family pay the price."

"That's for sure. Anyone who bullies my daughter will definitely pay the price."

Suddenly, Lu Chengbo said excitedly.

Then, realizing he had gotten too emotional, he touched his nose, coughed lightly, and explained, "This is the most basic thing for parents, but I'm more curious about your feelings towards your parents."

“I love my mom very much! As for my dad, I didn’t know he existed when I was little, so I don’t know much about him. But he must be a very tall person. When I was little, I often wanted to be carried on my dad’s back or ride on his shoulders, but now I’m past the age where I need my dad.”

Lu Wanxing said this casually, and finally shrugged, indicating that she didn't need her father that much anymore.

However, Lu Chengbo's expression was not good.

He opened his mouth, wanting to explain something, but in the end he found his words inadequate.

After all, so many years have been lost, and it can't be made up for in just a few words.

"Then, what if he didn't do it on purpose? What if he just didn't know you existed?"

Lu Chengbo asked tentatively.

"Oh, I know that. My mom might be deliberately keeping it from me, but if he comes back, I will still acknowledge him as my father."

Lu Wanxing had just secretly glanced at Lu Chengbo, and after seeing the devastated look in his eyes, she still didn't say anything too harsh.

Sure enough, after he said those words, Lu Chengbo's expression relaxed considerably.

"Actually, I am just..."

Lu Chengbo thought that since he was already staying at their house and had already said all that, there was really no need for him to hide anything anymore.

He immediately wanted to explain his identity to Lu Wanxing.

Just then, Lu Wanxing's phone rang.

Lu Wanxing could only sigh helplessly. She had just realized that Lu Chengbo on the other end of the line wanted to say something, but he was interrupted by this phone call.

Lu Chengbo's words got stuck in his throat again, and in the end, he didn't have the courage to open his mouth.

Oh, look at the mess this has made.

Lu Wanxing could only get up to answer the phone.

I don't know what they said over there, but Lu Wanxing's expression was a bit off.

She remained silent until the person on the other end finished speaking, at which point she hummed in agreement.

"Okay, I got it. I'll contact you again tonight."

"Yes, just keep an eye on them."

They hung up after exchanging a few words; anyone could tell that what they were talking about was probably quite important...

"By the way, what were you trying to tell me?"

When Lu Wanxing returned, she casually asked a question.

As a result, Lu Chengbo shook his head helplessly.

"Never mind, it's nothing."

I was just holding my breath, but after not being able to say it the first time, I really didn't have the courage to say it again.

So Lu Chengbo could only smile wryly.

I wonder if even God didn't want me to acknowledge my daughter so soon.

Lu Wanxing stared at him for a long time, then smiled helplessly and said nothing.

"Miss, dinner is ready."

"good."

Lu Wanxing responded and then looked at Lu Chengbo.

"Let's go, let's go eat first."

Lu Chengbo used to come to her house for meals all the time, so Lu Wanxing couldn't help but feel uncomfortable with his presence.

After finishing her meal, she went upstairs for a nap.

Because I was going out in the evening, I slept until dusk before getting up.

Lu Chengbo was still reading the newspaper downstairs. Looking down from upstairs, he seemed to have gained a more refined and elegant air. Just sitting there, he looked like a noble young master from a clan.

Putting everything else aside, her temperament is truly refined and precious.

Seeing her come down, Lu Chengbo couldn't help but frown.

Do you sleep for this long?

"Yes, I slept in a little longer today. I have some things to do tonight, so I stayed up a bit."

Lu Chengbo then nodded.

"Do you need me to come with you tonight? It's too dangerous for a woman like you to go alone."

"sure!"

Lu Wanxing's mind raced, and she didn't know why she suddenly agreed.

When I said those words, I was slightly surprised myself for a moment.

He naturally saw Lu Chengbo's surprised expression on the other side; he probably didn't expect that he would agree.