Lu Tianyu spoke so resolutely that Madam Lu's face turned a deep shade of liver, and she was speechless for a long time.

Zhao Di had remained silent just now because she wanted to save face for Madam Lu and didn't want to have a direct conflict with her. After all, if they were to become mother-in-law and daughter-in-law in the future, she shouldn't be too harsh now.

But Madam Lu not only scolded her, but also dragged her family into it. What's even more infuriating is that she wanted to hit Qiqi. Qiqi has been the family's precious darling since she was a child. Madam Lu actually wanted to hit her. This is truly intolerable!

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Zhao Di's face turned frosty as she stood straight in front of Madam Lu, coldly saying, "Madam Lu, I respect you because of your age and as an elder, and I've let you get away with causing trouble in my shop several times. But this time, you want to harm my precious Qi Qi. If I turn a blind eye again, I'll be letting down Tang Qi Qi, who has called me her elder sister for eight years! Shunzi, someone, throw this shrew out!"

At his command, Shunzi and his men were ready to attack without any hesitation.

Madam Lu had picked a fight with Zhao Di several times, but each time she had only managed to get the better of her. Although she hadn't gained any advantage, Zhao Di hadn't embarrassed her either. This time, however, she was genuinely startled by Zhao Di's demeanor. This woman's aura was truly intimidating!

But then she thought about it again and realized that she was in the right. This girl was tempting her son to give up his good life as a young master and instead become a laborer. No matter how you look at it, she was not in the right!

She composed herself and shouted, "Get out of my way, all of you! Tang Zhaodi, you tricked my son into coming here to work as a laborer. Isn't it only natural for me to come looking for him? But you, by detaining my son as a laborer, are utterly lawless! If your men dare to lay a finger on me, I'll report you to the authorities and make sure you regret it!"

Zhao Di snorted coldly and looked at Lu Tianyu, asking, "Lu Tianyu, my little temple is too small to accommodate a big Buddha like you. You should go back with your mother. Just because you have such a good mother, don't come looking for me again if you're homeless. It'll cause chaos every day!"

Lu Tianyu said unhappily, "Mother, I'm willing to stay here. This is my own choice. Don't always cause trouble for others. Shunzi, didn't you hear what your sister said? Show the guest out!"

After saying that, he didn't even glance at Madam Lu, and instead carried a sack of potatoes on his shoulder and began peeling them with great concentration.

"Lu Tianyu, you good-for-nothing! You've disgraced the Lu family!" Seeing her son ignoring her and doing that lowly work, Madam Lu nearly went mad. She roared without regard for her image and started scratching Lu Tianyu. The maids around her couldn't stop her. Lu Tianyu just silently endured it and ignored his mother.

Shunzi and the others were stunned. This Madam Lu was crazy. It was hard for Lu Tianyu to have such a mother.

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Zhao Di hurriedly said, "Shunzi, what are you standing there for? Throw those people who are causing trouble in the store out!"

They all realized what was happening and quickly pulled Madam Lu away, dragging her out of the kitchen.

Tang Qiqi said slowly, "Wait a moment, I have a few words to say to Madam Lu."

"Madam Lu, if I were you, I wouldn't go out like that without regard for my image. After all, everyone loves to hear news of Madam Lu causing trouble at a restaurant without regard for her reputation, and it's guaranteed to become more and more outlandish as the story spreads."

"Master Lu's concubine and her son are just waiting for you to make a mistake. Even if you lose everything, you have to swallow your pride and save face, otherwise you'll end up with nothing!"

Although Madam Lu disliked Tang Qiqi, what she said made perfect sense. Lu Tianyu's running away from home had already put her at a disadvantage. Now that things had become so embarrassing, Madam Wu would definitely take advantage of the situation. When that happened, the master would be furious. Not to mention the family business, Lu Tianyu might even be beaten to death, and she herself would become a laughing stock!

She said to Shunzi in an annoyed tone, "Let go of me, I can walk by myself!"

Tang Qiqi smiled and said, "Mrs. Lu, even your own son can't stand you. You should really reflect on yourself. Don't always blame unrelated people. I'm just kindly reminding you, the reason your son doesn't come home is because you're too controlling!"

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"Hurry back! Your grand departure has your rivals already waiting outside to watch the drama unfold!" Tang Qiqi didn't give her a chance to speak!

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Mrs. Lu was rendered speechless by this little brat. Suppressing her displeasure, she tidied her appearance and said to Shunzi, "Let go, I can walk by myself!"

Then she left the restaurant with a dignified and serene smile.

Shunzi and the others were stunned again. Did Madam Lu have some kind of head-changing magic? She was completely different from the hysterical madwoman from before. They've been really into this gossip lately!

After Tang Qiqi finished confronting Madam Lu, she left without saying goodbye. Although she did a great job today, that person is, after all, Lu Tianyu's mother. Even though Lu Tianyu, caught in the middle, stated his position in front of both parties today, how could this matter be resolved so easily? His older sister and he must have a lot to say to each other.

Tang Qiqi actually thought Xu Lanzhi was right. Marrying Lu Tianyu, even if she had love, would be fraught with obstacles. It seemed that it was not as straightforward as marrying Zhao Gongzi.

But relationships aren't business transactions; you can't be so calculating about pros and cons. It's up to the eldest sister to decide.

After Madam Lu left, Lu Tianyu continued peeling potatoes in silence, his face expressionless and devoid of any emotion.

Everyone in the kitchen was terrified and dared not utter a sound.

Zhao Di dismissed everyone and sat down next to Lu Tianyu, quietly watching him peel potatoes. Time passed by, and dusk silently enveloped the earth. Lu Tianyu was still peeling potatoes naked!

Zhao Di finally broke the silence, taking Lu Tianyu's knife and placing it aside, saying, "Was it worth it?"

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Lu Tianyu grabbed Zhao Di's hand and said, "It's worth it! I was too hesitant before and didn't give you enough security. From now on, no matter what happens, I will protect you. So, don't hide your emotions anymore. I know you like me!"

Zhao Di felt hot tears sliding down her cheeks; at that moment, she was overwhelmed with emotions!

When did she fall in love with Lu Tianyu? It was when she was traumatized and plunged into endless darkness, and he stood in front of her with a bright smile and said, "Zhao Di, you are a pure and innocent girl, don't blame yourself!" At that time, he was simply radiant in Zhao Di's eyes.

When he hid away in Lanling by himself, numbing himself with cooking every day, he would appear and disappear mysteriously, placing novel little trinkets in front of his window every day.

Zhao Di herself wasn't quite sure. Lu Tianyu had seen her at her most wretched. Seeing Lu Tianyu reminded her of her humiliating past. She was insecure and sensitive, afraid that if she gave her heart away, she would fall into endless darkness again.

Madam Lu constantly reminded her that she was not good enough for Lu Tianyu, so she could only use indifference to hide her feelings. But forgetting someone is so hard!

She had been hiding in her shell, afraid to face reality, yet she constantly fantasized that Lu Tianyu would show some attitude and make her certain that he was someone she could entrust her life to. Today, it seemed that her wish had come true.

"Thank you, Tianyu. Go back to the Lu residence tomorrow!" Zhaodi said slowly, holding Lu Tianyu's hand.

Lu Tianyu felt a tightness in his chest. His eyes were red as he said, "I know I disappointed you before, but I don't want anything anymore. Can't you just take one step towards me?"

"No!" Zhao Di said firmly!

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Lu Tianyu felt excruciating pain in his internal organs. He said in a low voice, "Tang Zhaodi, how cruel you are!"

"I won't take a single step toward you, I'll run and pounce on you, and we'll face everything together from now on!" Zhao Di raised her head, the moonlight shining on her, her gaze unwavering.

"Can you finish what you're saying all at once? You scared me to death!" Lu Tianyu broke down instantly, hugging Zhao Di and trembling with excitement.

Zhao Di nestled in Lu Tianyu's arms and said, "As long as you stand with me, even if the Lu mansion is a den of dragons and tigers, I am not afraid."

Lu Tianyu really wanted to hug Zhao Di and spin her around, but after peeling potatoes for so long, his hands were sore and his legs were numb, and he was completely powerless.

"Lu Tianyu, are you sure you can handle this?" Zhao Di asked with a smile.

Lu Tianyu said in a serious tone, "Thinking that your mother doesn't really like me either, my legs suddenly feel weak!"

"Would you die if you didn't keep talking nonsense?" Zhao Di scolded, punching his shoulder.

“But with a beauty in my arms, I suddenly feel no fear!” Lu Tianyu said, and then his burning lips bit Zhao Di’s red lips.