Lu Yunzhang sat almost shoulder to shoulder with Qin Yushen, even closer to Lin Xiaoxiao than Qin Yushen was to Lin Xiaoxiao. Anyone who didn't know the situation would think the two had a very good relationship.

Seeing this, Lin Xiaoxiao glanced at Lin Wanwan, whose expression was indeed very unpleasant.

These two don't seem to have a good relationship at all.

Lu Yunzhang, like a pitiful victim, disliked Qin Yushen but still insisted on being near him.

The leaders also saw Lu Yunzhang's actions, but they didn't know what to say. The leader who asked Lu Yunzhang to call Lin Wanwan over was a little embarrassed.

Lu Yunzhang breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that Qin Yushen didn't chase him away. He was really afraid that if he got too close to Lin Wanwan, he would vomit in front of everyone.

After a brief moment of silence, the atmosphere heated up again.

Lin Wanwan felt that coming with Lu Yunzhang was a mistake.

If she had known beforehand that Lin Xiaoxiao would also be there, she wouldn't have come at all.

Watching Lin Xiaoxiao and Qin Yushen interact so naturally and intimately, and then seeing Lu Yunzhang treat her like a raging flood, as if getting close to her would burn him to death.

I feel very unbalanced.

No one spoke to her, and she felt isolated.

"Sister-in-law, this piece of meat is quite tender, you should try it." The cook didn't overlook her, slicing off a piece of meat from the best part and handing it to Lin Wanwan.

"I don't want it." The pungent smell of mutton hit her nose, and Lin Wanwan frowned subconsciously, turning her body away in disgust.

The meaning of resistance is very clear.

The cook's outstretched hand froze.

Upon seeing this, the leaders frowned slightly, but did not stop talking.

The most awkward moment would be if they all fell silent.

Lu Yunzhang glanced coldly at Lin Wanwan, then reached out to the cook and said with a smile, "The mutton tastes very good. Do you mind if I have another piece?"

"Eat more if you like it. When did you learn to be so polite?" Han Ming teased him.

After the cook gave the meat to Lu Yunzhang, he went back to the grill to turn the lamb over and occasionally slice meat for everyone.

After one round, when it was Lin Wanwan's turn, he would still ask her if she needed anything.

Lin Wanwan only regretted it after the words had slipped out.

However, once words are spoken, they cannot be taken back.

He could only give an awkward laugh and say to the cook, "I'm sorry, I can't stand the smell of mutton."

"I understand." The cook didn't take it to heart.

There were sweet potatoes and potatoes roasting in the fire, and the cook took two and placed them in front of her.

"Thank you," Lin Wanwan said to him.

The mutton was delicious, and Lin Xiaoxiao accidentally ate too much, leaving her feeling bloated.

Once I was full, I couldn't sit still anymore. Seeing everyone drinking and chatting, I moved my small stool further inside.

He said to the cook, "Why don't you take a break and I'll give it a try?"

The lamb sizzled on the grill, and the lamb fat dripped onto the charcoal, sparking as it did so.

Seeing her eagerness to try, the cook readily handed her the knife, saying, "The knife is very sharp, sister-in-law, please be careful."

Lin Xiaoxiao took the knife and nimbly twirled it with her fingers, making the knife dance on her fingertips. This skill amazed everyone.

"Not bad." Han Ming's eyes lit up.

"That's right." Chu Xiaonian raised his chin, looking proud. "Don't you know whose niece she is?"

Han Ming: "......"

"Come on, you're kidding me." He said irritably, "It's their own ability, what does it have to do with you?"

Chu Xiaonian didn't object and laughed, "It really has nothing to do with me, but Xiaoxiao is my niece."

He looked smug, and Han Ming couldn't help but roll his eyes.

"Niece?" Lin Wanwan almost thought she had misheard.

How could Lin Xiaoxiao possibly be Chu Xiaonian's niece?

Chu Xiaonian's niece is Chu Weinian's daughter.

In Beijing, everyone knows the name of Chu Weinian, the Minister of Commerce, and the most trusted person by the upper leadership.

Twenty years ago, the Chu family might not have been as powerful as the Lu family, but after the Lu family suffered a major blow, its strength has plummeted in the past twenty years. Of all the Lu family's sons, not one has shown any promise.

In Beijing today, the Chu family wields far more influence than the Lu family.

Upon hearing about Lin Xiaoxiao's relationship with the Chu family, Lin Wanwan's first reaction was disbelief.

But her mother said that Lin Xiaoxiao was picked up by her and still doesn't know who her biological parents are.

Could it be that Lin Xiaoxiao is really a child of the Chu family?

"Little sister, are you Chief Chu's niece?" Lin Wanwan hoped to hear a denial from Lin Xiaoxiao.

"No, that's not it." Lin Xiaoxiao didn't even turn her head, and cut a large but thin piece of meat for Chu Xiaonian. "Second Uncle, be careful, it's hot."

You still call me Second Uncle.

Lin Wanwan looked at her with disdain. Lin Xiaoxiao must be desperate to climb up to the Chu family.

However, Chu Xiaonian did not refute Lin Xiaoxiao's title; instead, he referred to Lin Xiaoxiao as his niece.

Perhaps he was too embarrassed to refuse, which is why he accepted the title.

Lin Wanwan's heart skipped a beat. She looked at Chu Xiaonian and apologized apologetically, "I'm sorry, Chief Chu. My sister didn't mean to call you Second Uncle. She's just a very outgoing person. Please don't take offense."

Compared to Lin Xiaoxiao, isn't she more polite and courteous?

Lin Wanwan was secretly pleased. She knew that Lin Xiaoxiao must have been envious of her marriage into the Lu family, which was why she shamelessly clung to the Chu family.

Hmph, she once said that she was the only lucky one in the world, that she could foresee the future. Can Lin Xiaoxiao do that?

Lin Xiaoxiao's previous smugness was only temporary; she is the ultimate winner.

What does Lin Xiaoxiao have to compare with her?

There wasn't a single fool present; everyone could understand the meaning behind Lin Wanwan's words.

"What nonsense are you spouting?" Lu Yunzhang couldn't help but scold her.

That woman is truly malicious; does she think she's the only smart person in the world?

They've even come up with these underhanded tricks in front of the leaders.

Lin Wanwan didn't understand why he was so agitated. "What did I say? I..."

Before she could finish speaking, Chu Xiaonian interrupted her, "You're overthinking it. Although Xiaoxiao isn't a blood relative of the Chu family, she is my grandfather's goddaughter and my elder brother's goddaughter."

After saying that, she added, "Our whole family treats her like our own daughter."

Lin Wanwan's expression froze on her face, experiencing the feeling of being slapped in the face once again.

"Oh, I see." She forced a smile. "Your sister is so lucky."

I'm so jealous!

What merit or ability does Lin Xiaoxiao, that despicable woman, possess?

Chu Xiaonian corrected her, "You're wrong. It's our good fortune that Xiaoxiao can become our godparent."

Even without any prior interaction, Lin Xiaoxiao risked her life to rescue Xiaobao from human traffickers, and afterwards, she didn't ask for anything in return.

Upon learning that Xiao Bao had a rare genetic disease, they even brought out a drug that even military doctors had not yet fully understood.

Even the most skilled doctors were at a loss when it came to Xiao Bao's illness, which shows how valuable that medicine was. She could have used this as an excuse to make any demands on the Chu family, but she didn't.

Such a debt of gratitude is something the Chu family can never repay in a lifetime.

Moreover, Lin Xiaoxiao herself is worthy.

She deserves everyone's kindness.