Chapter 23: Jinjiang Dufa’s life is in trouble…

Jiang Chen was brought back to the Lu family's old house by Lu Chiyuan.

This piece of land is a Chinese-style courtyard bought by Grandpa Lu Chiyuan when he was alive. The layout inside is very exquisite. There is a screen wall in front of the door. Going around the wall, there are rockery built around the pond, corridors connecting the passages on both sides, and goldfish shaking their tails to look for food under the water.

At night, the lights are bright, the green plants are swaying in the wind, and the ancient trees are standing tall like a canopy.

Lu Chiyuan didn't come back often when he was working. He had a house closer to the company. Uncle Lin usually looked after the courtyard and arranged for people to clean and maintain it.

Uncle Lin is an elder of the Lu family. Lu Chiyuan grew up under his care. With him around, Lu Chiyuan doesn't need to worry about the affairs of the old house.

In the original body's memory, when he was doing security, he followed Lu Chiyuan here and saw the whole picture of the house, which made Jiang Chen not confused.

Lu Chiyuan wanted to call his parents, so Jiang Chen's accommodation issue was handed over to Uncle Lin.

Uncle Lin's face was full of smiles when he saw him. After arranging the room, he wanted to take Jiang Chen around the house, introduce him to the Lu family, and take him to browse the Lu family's memory corridor.

Uncle Lin's enthusiasm made Jiang Chen feel a little indigestion. He quickly found an excuse to slip into the room, closed the door, and the room became his little world.

The bed in the bedroom was big and soft, like a big white cloud. Jiang Chen was tired after a long day and wanted to lie down on it and sleep soundly.

But when he thought about the fact that he hadn't showered yet and was sweaty, he resisted the urge to lie down. He locked the door first, changed his shoes, and went into the bathroom.

The warm water washed away all his fatigue. Jiang Chen felt like he was alive again. It didn’t matter if he went to bed a little later.

So the sleepiness faded away, and he was full of energy after taking a shower. He changed into pajamas, prepared to walk downstairs, and then get himself a bottle of water.

On the other side, Lu Chiyuan was video chatting with his parents. His computer was on the table with the camera facing the door, and he was sitting on the sofa with his back to the door.

He sounded out his parents' attitude, and talked about the Shen family and the fact that Shen Zhiyi gave up the college entrance examination and left with someone else with her ID card.

Although he acted like he knew nothing about the little yellow-haired boy at the police station, he did not hide the relevant information from his parents.

He stopped Shen Zhiyi's card. Shen Zhiyi didn't have much cash on hand, and she would soon be penniless.

Lu Chiyuan let it go because he knew Shen Zhiyi's life would not be in danger, but she would suffer to some extent.

He chose his words carefully, hoping that his parents would be able to harden their hearts and not be led by Shen Zhiyi.

"Yes, mom knows. I won't give her any money until she comes home. She's not a child anymore, it's time for her to get out into the world and exercise. As for the college entrance exam, it depends on whether she chooses to repeat the exam or go abroad. You can make the arrangements when the time comes."

Mom's reaction was not intense. Knowing that Shen Zhiyi's life was not in danger, she did not force Lu Chiyuan to bring her back immediately, but let Lu Chiyuan go at his own pace.

The Lu family is big and powerful, and they can definitely provide a guarantee for Shen Zhiyi.

"You have never worried your parents since you were little. You have your own way of doing things. We are far away from home, so there is no need to interfere with you. Just make your own decision."

Mom paused and continued, "You have to take care of Zhiyi and the company at the same time. Don't get too tired. You should relax when you have time."

Lu Chiyuan felt relieved by his mother's concern. It turned out that it was not difficult to tell his parents about this matter. He felt like a huge stone had been lifted from his heart.

He could feel that communicating with his parents was the right way to deal with the situation. He had kept it a secret before in order not to make them worry and sad. This way of dealing with the problem would only cause greater conflicts when it got out of control.

"I understand. It's getting late. I won't disturb you and dad from resting."

Lu Chiyuan glanced at the time at the bottom of the computer and knew that his mother needed a beauty sleep, so he did not disturb her too much.

Mom nodded and was about to end the call with Lu Chiyuan when she saw a figure walking past the door.

"Wait." Mom called Lu Chiyuan in time, "You brought Chenchen home? You brought him back, why didn't you tell me?"

Lu Chiyuan didn't notice Jiang Chen walking past, but his mother's words made him look back. The door was empty and there was no one there.

"What are you talking about?"

Lu Chiyuan felt confused, whether it was his mother's attitude or the way she addressed him.

He didn't remember introducing Jiang Chen to his family.

Mom moved the computer on her side and the screen shook. After a while, she appeared in front of the camera again, but this time she was wearing clothes.

She looked at Lu Chiyuan with a hint of resentment, and joked, "When your father and I were at home, you didn't want to bring Chenchen back. Now that we're not at home, you brought him back instead. What? Can't your father and I see people? Or do you think we're not presentable enough?"

Lu Chiyuan frowned. Not only did his mother know about Jiang Chen's existence, but did his father know about it too? But he had never mentioned it in front of them.

Moreover, before Jiang Chen came through, his relationship with Jiang Chen was not even good.

Lu Chiyuan was silent. He doubted for a moment that his mother was not chatting with him.

"You're in a relationship and you're hiding it. I caught you today, right? Hurry up and call Chenchen over so mom can take a good look at him."

Mom was still urging him on the other end of the computer. On her face was the gentle smile that Lu Chiyuan was familiar with, which was genuine and comfortable.

But inexplicably, Lu Chiyuan felt a chill down his spine.

Something is wrong, something seems to be wrong.

Why did his mother say that he and Jiang Chen were in love? Xu Chen had said the same thing before, and he thought Xu Chen was drunk, but what if Xu Chen was not drunk at that time, but was extremely sober?

Lu Chiyuan looked at his mother on the other side of the computer, picked up his phone and called Jiang Chen, saying, "My mother wants to see you, come over."

Jiang Chen stood in front of the refrigerator and opened a bottle of water, holding the phone between his shoulder and ear. When he heard Lu Chiyuan's words, he looked confused.

Why does Mother Lu want to see him?

Before he could ask more questions, Lu Chiyuan hung up the phone.

Jiang Chen held the phone and looked at the dark screen in bewilderment.

With the mentality of not keeping his elders waiting for too long, Jiang Chen went upstairs with his doubts and found the room where Lu Chiyuan was talking on the phone.

He had just walked over and hadn't even had time to talk to Lu Chiyuan when a gentle voice came from the computer: "Chenchen."

Jiang Chen looked over and saw a gentle and intellectual lady on the computer screen. She was well maintained and didn't look like she was almost fifty years old. There were only a few fine lines at the corners of her eyes and her skin was fair and shiny.

Jiang Chen had a strong sense of familiarity with her, a warm feeling that made his heart ache.

He didn't know why he had such emotions, but fortunately they didn't last long and he was able to ignore them quickly.

He knew that this was Lu Chiyuan's mother, but how should he address her?

Jiang Chen hesitated for a moment, and between Madam and Auntie, he chose the latter: "Hello, Auntie."

Mom smiled with her eyes curved. "Chi Yuan, that brat, brought you home without telling me and tried to do it secretly. Don't spoil him. When you are here, treat it as your own home. Tell Uncle Lin what you want to eat and what you want to play with, and he will prepare it for you."

The mother's voice was also very gentle. Jiang Chen was at a loss. He was not good at talking to elders and didn't know what to say. He just nodded a little awkwardly. He didn't even think of sitting down. It was only when Lu Chiyuan patted the sofa that he sat down.

Fortunately, my mother didn't notice anything wrong and thought he was shy. She said, "If Chi Yuan dares to bully you, tell your auntie and she will come back to help you deal with him."

Jiang Chen was a little nervous. Facing his mother's caring and smiling face, he felt a sour feeling in his heart again. He quietly defended Lu Chiyuan: "He didn't bully me."

"You are just too lenient with him. He is obviously older than you," the mother continued.

Jiang Chen was speechless, this sounded weird.

[When did I give in to Brother Lu? Did Brother Lu say something strange to Auntie that caused Auntie to misunderstand? ]

[I felt like I was cleaning up the mess and helping to cover up the lie.]

Jiang Chen couldn't figure it out, but fortunately, he was separated by a computer, and his nervousness gradually subsided. He had a sincere fake smile on his face, and he could get away with it by just smiling when he couldn't handle the answer.

Lu Chiyuan sat aside and couldn't get a word in, so his eyes shifted to Jiang Chen.

In order to fit the camera, Jiang Chen sat not so straight. He had just taken a shower, and his body was still scented with shower gel. His hair was not completely dry, and when he lowered his head slightly, a small section of his white neck was exposed.

The pajamas were very loose, and when Lu Chiyuan looked down, he could see his collarbone exposed by the open neckline.

He has a superior head-to-body ratio. He is wearing shorts and has a pair of long, white legs. Because of training, his legs have some muscular lines, which are smooth and beautiful.

Obviously he is a security guard, working in wind and rain, but he is not black at all, but dazzlingly white.

Like a piece of fine mutton-fat jade, it makes people wonder whether it feels as delicate and smooth as it looks.

On the other side of the computer, the mother noticed her son's gaze and smiled with her hands covering her lips.

"Okay, I won't bother you young people anymore. Chenchen, I've been too busy lately and haven't had time to catch up with your mother. Please say hello to your mother for me. I'll invite her to travel with me next time I return to China."

The fake smile on Jiang Chen's face froze for a moment, and he politely replied, "I'll help Auntie convey it. Goodbye, Auntie."

After the call on the other end of the computer hung up the video, Jiang Chen rubbed his stiff face, looking a little unnatural.

[Qiuqiu, what is the hidden plot? Aunt Lu and the original mother are good friends? ]

Snowball said vaguely: [Maybe the small world is improving itself. ]

Jiang Chen wondered, would the self-improvement of the small world only improve the relationship between mothers and ignore the sons? He searched through the memories of his original body and did not find any relevant experience.

If the two mothers were friends, the original body and Lu Chiyuan would not just be a superior-subordinate relationship. With Lu Chiyuan's personality, he would have led the original body to the pinnacle of life long ago.

Moreover, Aunt Lu was very enthusiastic towards him, and her enthusiasm made him feel complicated.

Happy, sour, and even a little aggrieved.

Jiang Chen couldn't explain where these emotions came from. Perhaps it was the original body's feelings that were conveyed to him?

He smiled bitterly, turned around and looked at Lu Chiyuan. Seeing that Lu Chiyuan looked normal, he didn't want to point out this doubt, so he just made a note of it and would find a chance to verify it later.

"Brother Lu, if there's nothing else, I'll leave first."

Lu Chiyuan adjusted his sitting position uncomfortably and hummed.

After Jiang Chen left, Lu Chiyuan received a message.

His mother, who was far away abroad, sent him a text message: [Stinky boy, don’t bully Chenchen.]

Lu Chiyuan looked at the text message and his whole body froze.

It’s not because the mother helped Jiang Chen, but because the name she sent was Chen, not Chen!

Mom knows the present Jiang Chen, but what about the Jiang Chen in the past?

Lu Chiyuan felt a chill down his spine and a tingling sensation in his brain. Countless fragmented memories surged in his mind like starlight, but he could not see clearly at all.

He rubbed his forehead, his eyebrows twitching wildly, and it felt like a nerve in his head was stretched tight, causing him so much pain that he couldn't think.

He looked at the computer screen that had fallen into darkness. His face was reflected in the computer, looking familiar yet unfamiliar.

There was something wrong with his life, and it wasn’t just Shen Zhiyi!