Chapter 25 Her face was sallow
As soon as the production team leader finished speaking, everyone's eyes turned to Lu Zheng.
In the villagers' minds, family matters have always been decided by the men, so how could they tolerate a woman saying such things to the team leader?
They all thought to themselves that Lu Zheng definitely needed to discipline Xia Qianqian properly, otherwise she would become unruly in the future.
Lu Zheng strode over to Xia Qianqian's side. Just when everyone thought he was going to scold her, he took out a handkerchief from his pocket and said gently, "Wipe your tears. Don't get yourself sick from getting upset."
"Huh?" Everyone exclaimed in unison.
Who would have thought that Lu Zheng, such a big guy, would dote on his wife so much?
Some of the men in the village started to have doubts, thinking that if he spoiled his wife so much, Xia Qianqian would definitely be spoiled rotten. But then they thought that if they had a wife as beautiful as an angel, they would probably spoil her even more than Lu Zheng.
Upon hearing Lu Zheng's words, the production team leader's face instantly darkened: "What do you mean by this?"
Seeing his attitude, Lu Zheng immediately shielded Xia Qianqian behind him, as if afraid that the production team leader's imposing manner would frighten her. This action made the production team leader's face even longer.
Unexpectedly, Lu Zheng didn't care about the captain's attitude at all, and calmly said, "Captain, I think Qianqian is right. We should be fair and just in our dealings with people. Qianqian is just a young girl. What if you scare her by talking to her so harshly? Then I'll have to take time off work to stay home and take care of her."
Xia Qianqian hid behind Lu Zheng, staring at his broad shoulders and back, her eyes full of undisguised laughter.
She never imagined that Lu Zheng, who usually looked honest and kind with thick eyebrows and big eyes, was actually a black sesame seed, and would threaten the captain in this way.
The production team leader was speechless for a long time after being choked by Lu Zheng's words. He knew very well that Lu Zheng was the strongest laborer in the village, capable of working as hard as three strong men. If he really quit, the dam construction project would be delayed indefinitely.
When the autumn harvest comes, the village's harvest will definitely be affected. If they can't deliver the grain, that will be a big problem.
"Qianqian, let's go back first. With me here, no one can bully you." Lu Zheng looked at Xia Qianqian's watery eyes and the adoration in her gaze, and his ears burned.
Lu's mother noticed that the production team leader's expression was not good, so she quickly stepped in to smooth things over.
She smiled and said to the captain, "You're so magnanimous, don't take it to heart by arguing with a child. In a few days, I'm planning to hold a wedding for Lu Zheng and Qianqian, and everyone should come and join in the fun. You must come too!"
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement: "We'll definitely come, we'll definitely come."
Seeing that Lu's mother was very respectful and even invited him to sit in the seat of honor, the production team leader's tense face finally relaxed.
At this moment, Lu Zheng led Xia Qianqian home. After taking two steps, Xia Qianqian stopped.
"What's wrong?" Lu Zheng asked with concern.
Xia Qianqian slightly raised one foot, stretched out her slender white fingers, pointed to her ankle, and said in a sweet voice full of grievance, "I came all this way to see you today, and my feet are covered in blisters."
She has never been one to willingly suffer a loss.
Today, she walked such a long way under the scorching sun for Lu Zheng; after returning, she fought with the production team leader and also helped her mother-in-law out of a predicament.
She was thinking to herself that she had to get something out of Lu Zheng as interest. Originally, she was planning to have Lu Zheng massage her shoulders when she got home.
Unexpectedly, after hearing her words, Lu Zheng's gaze immediately fell on the red mark on her ankle. Without saying a word, he squatted down and said, "Come on, I'll carry you home."
"You're going to carry me on your back?" Xia Qianqian looked at him in surprise.
In her mind, even holding hands between a man and a woman would lead to gossip and rumors. If the villagers saw Lu Zheng carrying her home on his back, wouldn't they talk behind her back?
Lu Zheng said in a deep voice, "No one usually walks this road. Even if someone does pass by, I want to see who dares to talk nonsense!"
Even though he was squatting, the powerful aura and intimidating presence he exuded were not diminished in the slightest. Xia Qianqian believed that no one would be so tactless as to risk offending him by spreading rumors everywhere.
Having such a strong "human mount" would be a waste not to use it. So, she walked behind Lu Zheng, leaned on his broad back, and gently wrapped her arms around his neck.
Lu Zheng felt the weight on his back, and with a steady push of his hands, he lifted Xia Qianqian up.
He stood up and strode effortlessly toward home.
Xia Qianqian lay on Lu Zheng's back, feeling the warmth and strength from his broad shoulders, and completely relaxed.
Once she adjusted to the altitude, she began to appreciate the scenery along the roadside. Seeing the wildflowers swaying in the wind, their vibrant colors intertwined, a smile curved her lips.
Just then, a wasp appeared out of nowhere and flew straight towards Xia Qianqian.
She screamed instinctively, and her legs reflexively clamped around Lu Zheng's waist.
As soon as he moved, Lu Zheng's body stiffened, and he hissed softly, his voice hoarse and filled with suppressed emotion: "Don't move."
Just as she was wondering, the live chat suddenly exploded!
[You brat, you're eating so well!]
[What a bright future! It makes me blush with envy, hehehe.]
[Upstairs, stop spouting your lewd nonsense. It seems the female lead doesn't even know she touched the male lead.]
After reading several comments, Xia Qianqian finally realized what she had just encountered.
She wasn't completely clueless; once she realized what was happening, her face turned pale.
"I...I didn't mean to, I didn't hurt you, did I?" Xia Qianqian explained. But as soon as the words left her mouth, she felt that she was trying to cover something up.
Lu Zheng paused for a moment before uttering, "It's nothing."
Even though that's what he said, Xia Qianqian could clearly feel that all the muscles in his body were tense.
This time, Xia Qianqian dared not speak again, obediently lying on his back, letting him carry her home.
This time, Lu Zheng's steps were noticeably larger than before, and he led Xia Qianqian into the house in just a few steps.
He put Xia Qianqian on the bed, and without saying a word, he quickly walked towards the yard.
Xia Qianqian was full of doubts, wondering what Lu Zheng was going to do, so she looked out the window.
Lu Zheng then took a cold shower.
Cool water poured down from his head, flowing down his strong muscles and splashing up sparkling droplets.
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